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"The 8 Show" Tops Netflix's Global Non-English Content List

Published May 29, 2024 11:34 PM

Courtesy of NETFLIX


Netflix original series “The 8 Show” has topped Netflix's Global Top 10 list in the Non-English Content category during the second week of its release. The series was viewed 4.8 million times last week and has accumulated a total of 6.5 million views since its debut, according to Netflix.

“The 8 Show” has gained international popularity, appearing in the Top 10 Non-English series in 68 countries, including Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Egypt, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

The drama features a plot where eight strangers come together to live on separate floors, participating in a dangerous competitive game with the aim of winning life-changing sums of money. The characters experience intense conflict due to their differing opinions and desires.

▲ ″The 8 Show″ was viewed 4.8 million times last week, according to Netflix / Courtesy of NETFLIX
Based on the webtoons “Money Game” and “Pie Game” by cartoonist Bae Jin-soo, “The 8 Show” is directed by Han Jae-rim, with a cast including Ryu Jun-yeol, Chun Woo-hee, Park Jeong-min, and Lee Yul-eum.

Director Han Jae-rim expressed his satisfaction with the show's reception in a news release on Monday, noting his pleasure at reaching a global audience. Han's previous works include the films “The King” (2017) and “Emergency Declaration” (2022). “The 8 Show” is his first Netflix series and is currently available for streaming on the platform.

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Popular Drama Achieves 6.5 Million Views, Secures Top 10 Spot in 68 Countries

Courtesy of NETFLIX


Netflix original series “The 8 Show” has topped Netflix's Global Top 10 list in the Non-English Content category during the second week of its release. The series was viewed 4.8 million times last week and has accumulated a total of 6.5 million views since its debut, according to Netflix.

“The 8 Show” has gained international popularity, appearing in the Top 10 Non-English series in 68 countries, including Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Egypt, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

The drama features a plot where eight strangers come together to live on separate floors, participating in a dangerous competitive game with the aim of winning life-changing sums of money. The characters experience intense conflict due to their differing opinions and desires.

▲ ″The 8 Show″ was viewed 4.8 million times last week, according to Netflix / Courtesy of NETFLIX
Based on the webtoons “Money Game” and “Pie Game” by cartoonist Bae Jin-soo, “The 8 Show” is directed by Han Jae-rim, with a cast including Ryu Jun-yeol, Chun Woo-hee, Park Jeong-min, and Lee Yul-eum.

Director Han Jae-rim expressed his satisfaction with the show's reception in a news release on Monday, noting his pleasure at reaching a global audience. Han's previous works include the films “The King” (2017) and “Emergency Declaration” (2022). “The 8 Show” is his first Netflix series and is currently available for streaming on the platform.

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