Netflix viewers are rushing to watch The End of the F***ing World, a dark comedy-drama hailed as "one of the best Netflix TV series," before it leaves the streaming platform on November 5.
The show, based on comic books by Charles Forsman, follows teenagers James and Alyssa on a road trip to find Alyssa's father, who left home when she was a child. Netflix's description reads: "A budding teen psychopath and a rebel hungry for adventure embark on a star-crossed road trip in this darkly comic series based on a graphic novel."
Viewers Praise the Series
Fans have taken to social media to share their enthusiasm. One viewer said: "A different kind of show where two unfit kids go on an adult adventure. One of the few shows that was odd enough to keep my attention and making me watch episode after episode until I had realised I just spent the whole weekend finishing this series. For people looking for something more gritty and new, I'd recommend this as a watch."
Another added: "This is one of the best Netflix series out there. This is the story about a psychopath, James, who fakes his love for Alyssa so he can kill her; however, after staying with her, he starts to connect with her. The TV series has a good plot with good acting skills; also, the music is super good as well. Highly recommended it watching also it can get addictive."
Cast and Performances
A third viewer commented: "I've just watched the whole series in one go and I wish there were more episodes. The writing is fabulous - witty but naive, cruel but touching. As for the cast, there was not a single weak link, though the highest praise must go to Jessica Barden (Alyssa) and Alex Lawther (James) for perfectly balanced performances constantly moving between vulnerability and adult cynicism. If these two are not nominated for awards, there is no justice. As a show, it certainly pushed a boundary or two, but hopefully the title will deter those who will not appreciate this. Funny, shocking, poignant, gross and brutally honest - every aspect done with skill, style and credibility. Perfect TV."
A fourth shared: "Dark and beautiful. Spectacular. I started watching on a whim when I saw the Netflix banner and got so caught up that it's suddenly 5:00 AM and I just finished the finale [...] This is dark, this is real, this is relevant, and this is beautiful."
Where to Watch Before It Leaves
IMDb describes the plot: "James is 17 and is pretty sure he is a psychopath. Alyssa, also 17, is the cool and moody new girl at school. The pair make a connection and she persuades him to embark on a road trip in search of her real father."
The series, which originally aired on Channel 4 and has been available on All 4, remains on Netflix until November. Subscriptions start from £7.99 a month.
