Last November, Netflix released the first season of 1899, a mind-breaking sci-fi mystery coming from Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar, the creators of the fan-favorite German series Dark. While the first season of 1899 had its hiccups regarding character development, the show was nevertheless one of the best releases of 2022, pleasing both critics and fans. The show’s first season also shatters expectations with a cliffhanger that reveals the potential of Friese and bo Odar’s plans for a three-season story. And judging by the fact that 1899 remained at the second position of Netflix’s most-viewed English series for three weeks straight after its release, losing only to Wednesday, we all felt confident Friese and bo Odar would be able to finish their intriguing tale of technology and human morality.
