Netflix viewers have been praising the crime drama series Ozark online, saying it is so gripping they cannot stop watching it until 5am. The show, which ran for four seasons between 2017 and 2022, has become a popular recommendation for those seeking a tense and addictive storyline.
The recommendation gained traction after a Reddit user asked for a series that is so addictive they would end up saying, "Just one more episode" until 3am. They added: "I just want something with a gripping story that hooks me from the first episode and keeps getting better." Among the many recommendations that followed, Ozark was one of the most commonly suggested.
What is Ozark about?
Ozark stars Jason Bateman as Marty Byrde, a high-powered financial advisor from Chicago who secretly launders money for a Mexican drug cartel. When the money laundering scheme goes terribly wrong, Marty, his wife Wendy (played by Laura Linney), and their two teenage children are forced to relocate to the rugged Lake of the Ozarks region in Missouri.
Once there, the family clashes with local criminals, including the Langmores and the Snell heroin-farming clan. Over the course of the four seasons, Marty and Wendy go deeper into the criminal underworld, transforming from panicked outsiders into ruthless power players while dodging a relentless FBI agent.
What do people say about Ozark?
Since the series was recommended on Reddit, one viewer claimed it has been the "best binge show." They added: "Ozark was the last show I watched where I started episode 1 at 10pm and didn't stop watching til 5am. It's soooooo good."
The series has also received strong critical praise, high audience ratings, and major industry awards throughout its run on Netflix. It has won 25 titles across key TV ceremonies, including four wins at the Primetime Emmy Awards. Julia Garner also took home a win at the Golden Globe Awards.
Many compare the show to Breaking Bad or Narcos, lauding its high-stakes drug cartel plots, relentless momentum, and moody atmosphere. However, it has been heavily criticised for its bleak tone, slow pace, and polarising series finale. All four seasons of Ozark are available to watch on Netflix now.
