Netflix's first trailer for its new series Supacell paints south London as an epicenter of supernatural activity, with a comic book style loaded with superhero action. The new show is coming to the platform in June and already looks like a strong contender for our list of the best Netflix series.
Supacell comes from the mind of Rapman, a British record producer and film director, and will be his first full-length series following his feature film. blue story from 2019, both of which are explicit in their faithful tributes to life in south London. But with SupacellPeople with supernatural powers roam freely through the streets.
What to expect from Supacell
The trailer (watch above) does a smart job of allowing us a glimpse into the events of the series without giving away too much information, and has us on the edge of our seats for its June release. In it, we are introduced to main characters Michael (Tosin Cole) and Dionne (Adelayo Adedayo), who have an Instagram-perfect relationship with a nice house, a fancy car, and a happy commitment to show for it. However, as with any drama series, there is more than meets the eye.
In a way that seems to allude to the classic British show. Misfits, Michael unexpectedly develops superpowers and is given the ability to travel to the future, where he discovers that Dionne's death is rapidly approaching. To save her, he must gather others who have also mysteriously developed the same powers, but the question remains; What connects these people?
It's safe to say that Supacell It will be a superhero show, but its gritty depiction of south London culture could be the reason it becomes a huge hit. Before SupacellRapman had dabbled in short films before his first feature film. blue story (2019), which focuses on postcode-based gang rivalry in South London. It turned out to be a hit with viewers, earning a 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes, which could serve as a clue that Supacell's The ode to the director's hometown will be its success factor.
Due to the recent successes of South London films such as rye laneIt's clear that audiences enjoy relatable viewing, so I wouldn't be surprised if Supacell gains status as a classic of modern British television. And since the series stars a cast of lesser-known actors, it eliminates high expectations and will encourage viewers to take it at face value.
