It’s Not Just ‘Squid Game’: Netflix Int’l Highlights With Omar Sy, Matthias Schweighöfer

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For enthusiasts of international television, the most exciting news from Netflix’s recent global program presentation was the announcement of a third and final season for the South Korean sensation Squid Game. However, the competition wasn’t just about survival games; Netflix also revealed several intriguing new productions, starring some of the world’s top actors like Omar Sy from France, Matthias Schweighöfer from Germany, and Alfonso Herrera from Mexico. These stars presented their own original content, specifically tailored for Netflix’s streaming platform.

Sy, who rose to global fame following the success of Netflix’s Lupin, will debut his new film, titled French Lover, on the streaming platform this year. This romantic drama finds Sy smitten with Marion (played by Sara Giraudeau from The Bureau), the neighboring girl next door. Schweighöfer, whose 2021 action comedy Army of Thieves was a surprise hit for Netflix, is back this year with Brick, directed by Philip Koch from Tribes of Europe. This high-concept sci-fi thriller reunites Schweighöfer with his co-star Ruby O. Fee as a duo who discover their apartment building enclosed by an enigmatic brick wall, necessitating collaboration with neighbors to escape. Mexican actress Herrera, known for her roles in Ozark and Rebel Moon, has revealed details about Las Muertas, a limited series helmed by director Luis Estrada that is based on Jorge Ibargüengoitia’s novel. The story centers around a pair of pimp sisters who abduct women for their brothels, ultimately disposing of them when they are no longer profitable.

Here’s a brief overview of some notable scripted and unscripted international content releases to expect on Netflix this year.

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Europe

In France, Netflix will debut Alain Chabat’s animated series “Astérix & Obélix: The Big Fight,” based on the cherished comics, alongside Omar Sy’s movie “French Lover.” Additionally, they will premiere “Néro,” a gripping period drama starring Pio Marmaï, who was in “The Three Musketeers.

In Germany:
– Enthusiastic soccer fans can catch “Poldi”, a fresh documentary about Cologne and German national team legend Lukas Podolski.
– On the other hand, devotees of the popular German high school dramedy “How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast)” will be thrilled as the series, which concluded its season 3 in 2021, is back for its fourth season on April 8.

On March 5, the highly anticipated Italian series adaptation of Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa’s novel, “Il Gattopardo,” which was the basis for Luchino Visconti’s 1963 Oscar-nominated film, will debut on Netflix. Benedetta Porcaroli and Deva Cassel lead the cast. Additionally, Paolo Sorrentino’s production, titled Parthenope, will be available for streaming on Netflix starting February 6. In terms of non-scripted content, local adaptations of “Love is Blind” and “Too Hot to Handle” are scheduled to premiere.

In the footsteps of successful releases like Berlin and Society of the Snow, Netflix Spain is broadening its offerings with the thriller She Walks in Darkness and the sports documentary Alcaraz: My Way, which focuses on tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz.

Poland: The disaster drama titled “Heweliusz,” based on Poland’s most tragic maritime incident, is leading a bold local selection. This lineup also includes the second season of the satirical comedy “1670” and the talent show focusing on hip-hop artists, named “Rhythm + Flow Poland.

Nordics: The sequel to Roar Uthaug’s 2022 monster movie, Troll 2, is the standout title in the Scandinavian lineup this season. Some other highly anticipated films are The Glass Dome, The Reserve, and A Copenhagen Love Story.

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The Americas

Argentina: On March 26, the series “Ensnared,” an adaptation of Harlan Coben’s “Caught,” will premiere, and on April 30, the much-anticipated sci-fi adaptation “El Eternauta” will debut worldwide.

2025 lineup for Brazil includes the final season of Sintonia, reality show Love is Blind Brazil, canine-focused film Caramelo, and documentary about pop sensation Anitta, titled Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta.

This coming spring sees the debut of the indigenous-led comedy “North of North,” along with the limited series “Wayward,” written and starring stand-up comedian Mae Martin. Additionally, Netflix is working on a documentary about the Montreal Expos, the baseball team that departed from the city in 2004, which continues to be deeply missed.

Mexico is set to bring back the series “The Accident” for a second season, along with other new projects like “Me Late Que Sí” and “Las Muertas“. Additionally, a documentary on the vibrant singer-songwriter Juan Gabriel is currently being produced.

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2025-01-30 18:25