Netflix Renews Hit Series Untamed Weeks After Debut

Netflix has renewed the hit mystery-thriller series Untamed for a second season less than two weeks after its debut, reflecting strong viewer and critical response. The show stars Eric Bana as Kyle Turner, a National Parks Service special agent who investigates human crimes in wilderness settings, originally set in Yosemite National Park. Season 2 will follow Turner as he takes on a new case in a different national park, continuing the show's theme of the park being a character that influences Turner's emotional journey. Untamed has been praised for its unique storytelling and strong performances, including that of Sam Neill, with the show debuting as the top English-language TV show globally on Netflix. Additionally, Netflix viewers have expressed strong enthusiasm for other series like The Brothers Sun, a comedy-drama starring Michelle Yeoh, which has garnered praise for its intense family drama and martial arts sequences, prompting calls for a second season. The success of these shows highlights Netflix's strategy to invest in promising series that maintain audience engagement beyond blockbuster hits.