“Baby Reindeer” is the new original production from Netflix that has arrived in the catalog to captivate users, now being the most-watched on the platform worldwide, according to the specialized site Flix Patrol.
The story is so intense that the production company decided to turn it into a miniseries, and its release came with a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. The psychological drama is based 100% on a true story of harassment.
The production revolves around the experiences of its creator, Richard Gadd, who had a stalker that subjected him to a whirlwind of unwanted messages and unwanted appearances at his home.
Baby Reindeer is the most-watched series on Netflix
“Baby Reindeer” is the new psychological drama series that, despite having comedic elements, is a story of harassment, showcasing the vulnerabilities and resistances of its protagonist, Richard Gadd.
The TV show arrived on Netflix‘s catalog on April 11th of this year and five days later has become one of the most-watched on the platform, currently occupying the No. 1 spot in the Top 10 worldwide.
Donny Dunn in Baby Reindeer. (Source: IMDb)
The most-watched production on the service is based on the eponymous stage play and the real-life experiences of its creator, who is portrayed by Donny Dunn (from “Sex Education”) across eight episodes.
The official synopsis of the biopic-style title describes the twisted relationship between the writer-performer and his stalker and the impact it has on him, forcing him to confront a deep and dark buried trauma.
Jessica Gunning portrays Martha and shares the co-lead of the miniseries. The cast was filled with talented individuals, including notable performances by Nava Mau, Danny Kirrane, Chloe Driver and Hugh Coles.
What is the real story behind Baby Reindeer?
The real story behind the harassment suffered by Richard Gadd, which inspired the production “Baby Reindeer”, is shocking and disturbing. He is a Scottish comedian and writer who was harassed over a prolonged period by an unknown woman.
As he recounted, he began receiving persistent and increasingly unsettling emails from someone posing as an admirer. These soon escalated into threats and serious accusations against him, including false claims about inappropriate behavior.
The harassment quickly escalated when the stalker began showing up uninvited at places where he was performing and even intruded into his home. This had a profound impact on his personal and professional life, causing constant anxiety and fear.
Eventually, he managed to identify and confront his stalker, leading to intervention by the authorities and a restraining order against the woman. The experience left him with lasting emotional scars and inspired him to explore his trauma through the creation of the theatrical work.
The real-life story involves 41,071 emails, 350 hours of voicemails, 744 tweets, 46 text messages, four fake Facebook accounts, 106 pages of letters and a cup of tea from the harasser to Gadd.
Netflix‘s adaptation serves as a reminder of the devastating effects of harassment and the importance of addressing such situations seriously and appropriately to protect victims and prevent future incidents.
