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Netflix viewers are 'non-stop binging' this 'hidden gem' series that has a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score

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Published 15:26 17 Jan 2025 GMT

Netflix viewers are 'non-stop binging' this 'hidden gem' series that has a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score

Fans say the comedy-drama has 'a plot unlike any other'

Ellie Kemp

Ellie Kemp

Netflix subscribers have said they're 'non-stop binging' a gripping TV series with a plot 'like no other'.

The streaming giant has plenty on offer to distract us from the winter blues, including this 'outstanding 10/10' mini-series that fans have watched in one day.

But this TV show, starring American Pie's Natasha Lyonne, is one that may have slipped under your radar.

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The 'hidden gem' is made up of two seasons, with its first being released on Netflix in 2019.

The Orange Is the New Black star actually co-created the Emmy-nominated series, alongside Amy Poehler and Leslye Headland.

Natasha Lyonne co-created and starred in the gripping series (Netflix)
Natasha Lyonne co-created and starred in the gripping series (Netflix)

Fans have been taken by its twist on the 'Groundhog Day-style' concept, praising both the cast's performance and the show's storytelling.

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If you're rolling your eyes at that particular style of format, do yourself a favor and give this series a chance!

And don't just take it from me; Rotten Tomatoes critics awarded it a near-perfect score of 97 percent, if you needed any more convincing!

The series we're talking about is called Russian Doll, and you can see its head-spinning trailer for yourself below:

The mind-bending comedy-drama follows Nadia, a young woman who is on a journey to be the guest of honor at a party in New York City.

Netflix's synopsis explains: "But she gets caught in a mysterious loop as she repeatedly attends the same event and dies at the end of the night each time - only to awaken the next day unharmed as if nothing had happened."

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The 'clever' series - which also stars Charlie Barnett, Greta Lee, Annie Murphy and Chloë Sevigny - was renewed for a second season which dropped back in 2022.

However, people are still only just discovering the 'binge-worthy' series.

Over on Rotten Tomatoes, one fan gave their verdict: "Almost perfect... Story is gripping... My first non-stop-binge TV series."

Russian Doll was scored 97 percent by Rotten Tomatoes critics (Netflix)
Russian Doll was scored 97 percent by Rotten Tomatoes critics (Netflix)

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A second wrote: "A hidden gem, absolutely brilliant show with great characters."

While a third shared: "A very creative show, with a plot unlike any other I've ever seen. Definitely a must see."

A fourth said: "One of the greatest shows, period, I've seen in a long time. The metaphysical aspects are intense, and yet not overwrought.

"In the end, this is the perfect blend of darkly humorous and actually life-affirming."

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Speaking to Tudum, Lyonne described Russian Doll: “Season one is about life and death; it’s about mortality and self destruction...

“Season 2 attempts a nuanced and yet oddly more grounded distinction - it’s about the nature of time and how that impacts us in life... it’s actually about trying to reconcile with our limited time in the here and now.”

Both seasons of Russian Doll are available to stream now on Netflix.

Featured Image Credit: Netflix

Topics: Netflix, Film and TV, Celebrity, Rotten Tomatoes, Hollywood

Ellie Kemp
Ellie Kemp

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