Netflix Comedy-Drama Tops Global Charts, Documentary Sparks Viewer Anger

Netflix's new comedy-drama series The Four Seasons, inspired by the 1981 Alan Alda film and created by Tina Fey and her collaborators from 30 Rock, has quickly become a global hit, amassing nearly 12 million views within four days and surpassing the viewership of You season five. The show explores the evolving dynamics among three suburban couples who vacation together quarterly, with a mix of sharp comedy and emotional depth praised for its realistic character development and heartfelt storytelling. Simultaneously, Netflix's true-crime documentary A Deadly American Marriage has also gained prominence, becoming the most watched film in the UK shortly after its release. The documentary examines the violent death of Jason Corbett, the legal aftermath involving his wife and her father, and the impact of domestic violence on Corbett's young children, sparking strong emotional reactions from viewers. While The Four Seasons is celebrated for its warmth and humor, A Deadly American Marriage has left some viewers feeling 'infuriated' and grappling with the harsh realities of adult violence and its consequences on families. Both titles highlight Netflix's range in popular content from emotionally nuanced fiction to gripping real-life crime stories.