A Netflix series has been deemed so compelling that viewers are glued to their televisions for six hours straight, confessing the show is absolutely captivating. The crime drama, titled 'Legends', has recently arrived on the streaming platform and has been met with exceptional praise.
Viewers Hooked from Start to Finish
Some audience members have admitted to devouring the entire series in a single six-hour session, describing it as simply irresistible. Yazmien Yuen, a TikTok user, shared her experience, stating that the drama is so impressive she remained seated for six hours continuously watching every episode. She highlighted that the show is a British crime series that not enough people are talking about, and she aimed to bring it to wider attention.
In her clip, Yazmien explained: 'Netflix dropped a British crime series called Legends that not enough people are talking about. So, of course, I'm going to bring it to your attention. It dropped on May 7. Six episodes that you're going to watch like I did in one sitting and, imagine this, it is based on a true story that most people have never heard of. When I saw that at the end I was like 'you what?' I was gobsmacked.'
Accompanying the clip, she wrote: 'I started Legends on Netflix at 9pm and finished at 3am. This show is THAT serious - British true crime, undercover agents, Steve Coogan. Six episodes. One weekend. You're welcome.'
Social Media Buzz
The footage rapidly sparked conversation, racking up hundreds of views. Numerous viewers confessed the programme is utterly addictive. One viewer commented: 'Halfway through it and I deliberately stopped so that it will last a bit longer. It's so good!' Another enthused: 'I binged it, amazing show.' A third responded: 'Very good drama, a must-watch. Steve (Coogan) is great at playing serious parts.'
Meanwhile, a fourth wrote: 'I just finished it, it was so good! I literally never switch my TV on, but this had me hooked!' Someone else remarked: 'We have two episodes left and I'm bummed. I don't want to finish it.'
What's the Plot?
For those unfamiliar with 'Legends', it is a British crime drama television series written and conceived by Neil Forsyth. Production was handled by his company, Tannadice Pictures. Drawing from real events, it follows British undercover Customs investigators who penetrate the drug underworld during the early 1990s. The ensemble features Steve Coogan, Tom Burke, and Hayley Squires.
The narrative explores how Her Majesty's Customs and Excise was struggling against illegal drug trafficking at Britain's borders. Through a classified operation, a select group of Customs officers were assigned fresh identities and deployed undercover to penetrate Britain's most dangerous criminal networks.
Critical Reception
Following its Netflix debut in May, the series has garnered favourable critical reception. Audiences appear equally impressed with the offering. One viewer heaped praise on it, commenting: 'Absolutely superb it was.' Another remarked: 'This is a quality watch.'
