As fans continue to devour the gripping second season of The Last of Us on HBO, Netflix has entered the post-apocalyptic arena with a bold new contender: The Eternaut. Launched on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, this Argentinian sci-fi drama has quickly climbed the ranks, currently holding the #3 spot among Netflix’s most-watched series.
📺 The Eternaut: Netflix’s Answer to HBO’s Dominance
Based on the iconic 1950s Argentinian comic El Eternauta by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López, The Eternaut brings a fresh, Latin American perspective to the genre. The story unfolds in Buenos Aires, where an alien invasion unleashes deadly snow, wiping out large portions of the population. A small group of survivors, led by ordinary citizens, must navigate the chaos and organize for survival.
The series, developed by Bruno Stagnaro, has been praised for its compelling characters, moody atmosphere, and philosophical depth, though critics note a deliberate pacing that may not appeal to action-hungry viewers.
⚔️ A New Era of Post-Apocalyptic Entertainment
The Eternaut joins a growing wave of post-apocalyptic content dominating 2025. With HBO’s The Last of Us continuing to shine and Amazon Prime’s Fallout series receiving rave reviews, it’s clear the genre is thriving. Netflix’s entry is a strategic move to claim a slice of this increasingly competitive market.
While The Eternaut may not yet rival The Last of Us or Fallout in global brand recognition, it’s quickly becoming a cult favorite, especially among viewers looking for a unique, non-Western sci-fi experience. Its strong debut also coincided with the release of Asterix & Obelix: The Battle of the Chefs, a comedic mini-series that currently holds Netflix’s top spot.
đź”® Looking Ahead
With the upcoming releases of 28 Years Later by Danny Boyle and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach by Hideo Kojima this June, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for post-apocalyptic storytelling. Netflix’s The Eternaut may have just set the tone for what’s to come.
