Netflix Premieres Dutch Cannabis Crime Drama Amsterdam Empire October 30

Netflix is set to premiere "Amsterdam Empire," a new crime drama series exploring Amsterdam's cannabis scene, on October 30, 2025. The show stars Famke Janssen, in her first Dutch production and also serving as an executive producer, alongside Jacob Derwig. The plot revolves around Jack van Doorn, the wealthy founder of the Jackal coffee shop empire, whose world unravels after his affair with a journalist is exposed, leading to a dangerous conflict with his betrayed wife Betty, played by Janssen. Created by Nico Moolenaar, Bart Uytdenhouwen, and Piet Matthys, known for their work on "Undercover" and "Ferry," the series delves into the glamorous yet gritty underworld of Amsterdam's cannabis industry, highlighting the city's unique tolerance policy towards soft drugs. Directed by Jonas Govaerts and Max Porcelijn, the limited series will release all episodes simultaneously on Netflix worldwide. The show also features a strong supporting cast and promises a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced within the cannabis empire business.