Netflix's original series 'The Rat' has climbed to the top of the global non-English category in its second week of release.
As of September 9, the Netflix 'Top 10' website reported that the mystery thriller 'The Rat' recorded 4.4 million viewership hours (calculated by dividing total viewing time by the show's runtime), securing the number one spot in the global top 10 non-English shows. The series has made it to the top 10 lists in 45 countries, including South Korea, Malaysia, Oman, the Philippines, Argentina, Mexico, Hungary, Egypt, and Nigeria, demonstrating its global appeal.
'The Rat' is inspired by the folktale 'The Rat That Ate the Nail.' The story follows novelist Moon Jae, who has his name, face, and life stolen by a mysterious entity known as The Rat, along with loan shark No Ja (played by Seol Kyung-gu) who seeks to recover lost money, and detective Soon Yong (played by Lee Gyu-hyung) as they pursue the identity of The Rat (played by Ryu Jun-yeol).
To celebrate its global success, Netflix has released 15 previously unseen stills. These images capture the intense narrative as the characters pursue the truth behind The Rat. They include scenes that mark the beginning of the incident that leads to everything being lost, featuring The Rat and Soo Hyun (played by Mu Jin-seong), as well as No Ja and Soon Yong, who embark on their pursuit with their own motives, showcasing the tension of the plot.
Additionally, the stills highlight the unsettling atmosphere surrounding Yoo Min (played by Park Yoon-ho) and Min Young (played by Song Soo-yi), as well as the tense confrontation between Seung Kyu (played by Kim Sung-oh) and editor Han Ji-hye (played by Lee El), who worked with Moon Jae, enhancing the immersion in the story.
Domestic and international media have praised the series. Local outlets have noted the strong ensemble performances by the cast, while international publications like India Today and ScreenRant have lauded the deliberate sense of unease created by the filming techniques and the suspenseful narrative. Global viewers have responded positively to the fresh setting, engaging plot, and unique music.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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