Netflix sci-fi hit with near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating you need to watch

Netflix is famed for its top-notch sci-fi and fantasy offerings, from the likes of Stranger Things and 3 Body Problem to reimagined classics like Lost in Space and Bodies. However, one gem that might have slipped under your radar first hit screens back in 2017.

The show, designed as a trilogy, has three seasons that tie up neatly. With a whopping 95 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a Popcornmeter score of 94 percent, this sci-fi thriller consistently ranks among the best shows ever made.

Each of its three seasons was listed among the top series to watch in their respective release years. This gripping drama was Netflix's first German-language original series, following hot on the heels of Stranger Things' success.

Dark, the brainchild of creative power couple Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese, weaves a tale of time travel and a missing child. Set in the fictional German town of Winden, it follows Jonas Kahnwald (played by Louis Hofmann) and his friends as they search for schoolboy Mikkel Nielsen (Daan Lennard Liebrenz), who disappears in the town's ancient caves.

Spanning various time periods from the present to the 1980s, 1950s, 1920s and even the 2050s, Dark's aesthetic draws inspiration from the works of Stephen King, much like Stranger Things, reports Surrey Live.

The master of horror himself, author of The Shining and Misery, has taken to social media to express his admiration for the hit show Dark. The series is a slow-burner, gradually revealing its layers through a blend of suspense and horror.

Despite being somewhat under the radar among sci-fi fans, Dark continues to draw in new viewers with its compelling narrative. With a large ensemble cast spanning various time periods, audiences have been captivated as they follow the intricate storyline.

Reddit remains abuzz with discussions about Dark, highlighting its importance within the TV sci-fi landscape. The themes of time loops and the battle between free will and destiny are constantly at play, keeping fans guessing until the very end.

Season one boasts a 90 percent rating, while season two has a perfect score of 100 percent, and the final third season holds a strong 97 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. For those who appreciate intelligent, complex, and mind-bending narratives, Dark is a must-watch.