Netflix‘s hit spy thriller sequence isn’t so scorching in terms of its viewers rating.
Netflix’s roster of TV exhibits has acquired many thrilling new additions since 2026 began. That features the return of beloved exhibits like Bridgerton and The Lincoln Lawyer, each of which have develop into main international hits for the streamer with their new seasons, and new exhibits. On the subject of the latter, Netflix’s hit 2026 sequence embody exhibits like Run Away, His & Hers, and extra.
One of many new Netflix TV exhibits that has discovered an viewers worldwide is Unfamiliar. The 6-part spy thriller sequence was launched on Netflix on February 5. Since then, Unfamiliar has climbed the streaming service’s charts to develop into the most-watched TV present on Netflix worldwide on the time of writing. Nevertheless, that overwhelming success doesn’t translate to all areas.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Unfamiliar presently holds a 67% viewers rating. Whereas the Netflix spy thriller sequence’ Popcornmeter rating is constructive, it’s not as excessive as what its streaming success factors to in terms of viewers tuning into the German present. For the time being, Unfamiliar‘s Rotten Tomatoes critics’ rating has but to be revealed.
Unfamiliar presently has 4 evaluations from critics logged on the platform. Whereas that’s not sufficient to generate a Rotten Tomatoes critics’ rating, they function an indicator of what that eventual consensus could be. The Netflix spy thriller sequence acquired three constructive evaluations from critics, with Heaven of Horror‘s Karina Adelgaard claiming Unfamiliar is a present for individuals who take pleasure in “well-written and portrayed characters which can be deeply flawed.”
The one detrimental evaluate for Unfamiliar season 1 on Rotten Tomatoes to this point is the rotten evaluate from However Why Tho? A Geek Neighborhood. Charles Hartford provides the gritty Netflix sequence a 5.5 out of 10, saying, “Unfamiliar is a story that by no means absolutely comes collectively, although it does strive awfully arduous.” Regardless of mixed-to-positive evaluations, Unfamiliar stays a worldwide hit for Netflix.
The German spy thriller sequence can be performing effectively in the USA, the place it’s presently the 4th most-watched TV present on Netflix. Unfamiliar follows a few ex-spies, Simon and Meret, who now lead a quieter life as they run the protected home referred to as The Nest. When an individual linked to their previous enters their lives, the whole lot they thought they knew is examined.
The ending of Netflix’s Unfamiliar leaves the door open for season 2. On the time of writing, a follow-up season has but to be addressed by creator Paul Coates or Netflix. Nevertheless, given the spy sequence’ worldwide streaming hit standing, its future is wanting vibrant. As extra evaluations are added per week after Unfamiliar‘s launch, the critics’ rating for the Netflix sequence could possibly be revealed quickly.
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February 5, 2026
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Netflix
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Paul Coates