Netflix has consistently invested in international content that resonates globally, and “The Eternaut” is no exception. Since its release on April 30, the Argentinian sci-fi series has maintained a spot in the global Top 10, according to data from FlixPatrol.
The production’s success can be attributed to two key factors. First, Ricardo Darín stars as the lead—a revered actor not only in Argentina but throughout Latin America. Second, Netflix audiences have shown a strong appetite for sci-fi, especially when it comes from unique perspectives outside of Hollywood.
“The Eternaut” has garnered widespread acclaim across many countries, with notable figures like acclaimed Japanese video game designer Hideo Kojima praising it. Here’s everything you need to know about this standout title.
‘The Eternaut’: The Argentinian Sci-Fi Series Netflix Can’t Stop Streaming
The show is set in Buenos Aires, where a mysterious snowfall suddenly descends one night, killing most of the population almost instantly. Juan Salvo and his friends are among the few survivors, but life quickly becomes a struggle in the aftermath. Soon, they discover that the deadly snow was only the beginning—an early strike in a much larger extraterrestrial invasion.
“The Eternaut” is based on the iconic Argentine science fiction comic created by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and illustrated by Francisco Solano López. Originally serialized in Hora Cero Semanal between 1957 and 1959, the story holds a special place in Argentine culture. It’s often taught in schools as required reading, making it a story most Argentinians know from a young age.
The Netflix adaptation spans six episodes, and the creators have advised against binge-watching it. Instead, they recommend savoring the story slowly. Naturally, given the show’s success and Netflix’s usual approach to hit content, a second season has already been confirmed.
While the comic is set in 1963, series creator Bruno Stagnaro chose to update the setting to the present day. This modern take allows the story to reflect current social and political tensions, a bold creative decision that has been widely praised by both viewers and critics.
As for the second part’s release, there is no official date yet. However, based on Netflix’s usual production timelines, fans can likely expect new episodes to arrive in the second half of 2026 or the first half of 2027.
