Netflix UK has added the acclaimed crime drama 'Animal Kingdom' to its streaming library as of February 3. All six seasons of the series, which originally aired from 2016 to 2022, are now available for UK viewers.
The show follows Joshua 'J' Cody, a teenager who moves to Southern California after his mother's heroin overdose. He discovers his estranged grandmother, Janine 'Smurf' Cody, runs a family of armed robbers. Smurf's sons—Pope, Craig, and Deran—are all involved in the criminal enterprise, and J must prove his loyalty to survive.
'Animal Kingdom' is based on the 2010 Australian film of the same name, directed by David Michôd. The series holds an 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and has been praised by fans as one of the best crime dramas ever made.
Viewers have compared it favourably to shows like 'Ozark', 'Breaking Bad', and 'Better Call Saul', with one fan calling it "an absolute masterpiece." Another described it as "gritty, intense, and deeply layered," highlighting Ellen Barkin's performance as the manipulative matriarch.
The show's arrival on Netflix UK follows its successful run on the US platform, where it gained a dedicated following. All episodes are available to stream now.
