Part Western Epic That's Already One of the Biggest Shows on Streaming
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Key Points:
- Netflix's new 7-part western thriller adaptation of John Steinbeck's East of Eden has become one of the biggest streaming shows worldwide, quickly topping global streaming charts after its October 1 release.
- The series, which centers on Cathy Ames (Florence Pugh) and expands the storylines of the Trask brothers and Lee, has garnered rave reviews, holding an 87% Rotten Tomatoes rating and an 83% user score.
- In its first week, East of Eden achieved 6.5 million views and over 45 million hours watched, making it the most popular English-language series on Netflix currently.
- This success follows Netflix's earlier win with its dark adaptation of Little House on the Prairie, which has been renewed for a second season, and the upcoming development of Larry McMurtry's Lonesome Dove adaptation.
