Fascinating but brutal: what the new Netflix series "American Primeval" is about

Another unexpected hit on the Netflix platform. In recent days, the series "American Primeval" has been gaining more and more popularity among viewers – the show remains at the top of views even though it is called one of the most violent in the streaming catalog.

OBOZ.UA tells what the hit series is about. And why it is worth watching this weekend.

"American Primeval" is a historical western by genre. It describes in detail and without embellishment the period when European colonizers conquered the US Wild West. More specifically, the Utah War of 1857-1858. Back then, during a 10-month conflict in what is now the state of Utah, Mormons, the U.S. Army, and indigenous peoples clashed.

The screenwriter and producer Mark L. Smith created "American Primeval," and the director Peter Berg was responsible for the production. In their work, they decided not to cut corners, but to show the violence that accompanied these events in as much detail as possible. Throughout six episodes, the audience witnesses very realistic shootings, axe fights, and bloodshed.

In the story, a woman named Sara finds herself in a difficult life situation with her son. This forces her to join a group of Mormons traveling through the undeveloped territories of America. The path of the travelers leads them into terrible danger, where they will have to fight for survival with the local peoples. They are determined not to let strangers into their lands. The winner of the conflict will not only gain territory but will also be able to make their culture dominant. Such high stakes give rise to unprecedented violence.

Currently, the show's rating on the IMDb aggregator is 8.3 points. The series premiered on January 9. All episodes are already available on Netflix with Ukrainian dubbing.

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