The new Netflix limited series Sirens finally premiered today, and it is expected to be one of the most talked-about new shows due to the caliber of talent involved.
Sirens focuses on Devon, who thinks her sister Simone has a creepy relationship with her new boss, the enigmatic socialite Michaela Kell. Michaela’s cult-ish life of luxury is like a drug to Simone, and Devon has decided it’s time for an intervention, but she has no idea what a formidable opponent Michaela will be.
Told throughout one explosive weekend at The Kells’ lavish island estate, the series is an incisive, sexy, and darkly funny exploration of women, power, and class.
Here are the five reasons why Netflix's Sirens is worth watching.
Cast Led by Julianne Moore
Sirens is led by an ensemble of talented actors, including Oscar winner Julianne Moore, Emmy nominee Meghann Fahy, and House of the Dragon star Milly Alcock.
The caliber of talent in the cast alone should encourage Netflix subscribers to check out the series. Moore also rarely stars in a TV series, which might make this more special and a sign of her confidence in the material.
A Fun and Breezy Watch
The series consists of five episodes with a runtime of less than an hour each, which makes it a fun and breezy watch for those who might be checking it out to pass the time.
Viewers can watch the entire series in just one night, and it won't take too long for them to figure out the resolution to the mystery if they decide to binge it in one sitting.
Mixture of Drama and Dark Comedy
While certain parts of the story are serious, Sirens is still a mixture of drama and dark comedy in its tone. Some reviews even called it campy and soapy, which might resonate with a certain demographic of audiences.
This kind of entertainment value might be attractive to many viewers, which is why it will likely become a hit on Netflix and top the charts in the next few days. After all, most people watch Netflix content for escapism.
Perfect for Memory Day Weekend Binge
Sirens is a perfect series to binge-watch this coming Memorial Day weekend because the story itself also takes place throughout the course of one weekend.
If you just want to watch something this weekend, Sirens is the perfect choice, and it can add to the experience of seeing the story unfold as you are also in a similar timeline where it supposedly takes place.
Commentary on Rich People and Wealth
For the past few years, we've seen a resurgence of films and TV shows that are a commentary on rich people and wealth, such as the likes of The White Lotus, Parasite, and the Knives Out films.
You can expect the same with Sirens, as it also pokes fun at rich people and their greed, but in a fun and campy way that viewers will still be entertained, and the subject matter won't feel heavy-handed.
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