Netflix’s New Show May Fix a Bad Movie

A new series on Netflix, based on Jo Nesbø’s detective books, looks set to correct the mistakes of a 2017 film that missed the mark. The show follows a pattern seen with Prime Video’s hit “Reacher, ” which successfully adapted Lee Child’s novels after earlier movies disappointed fans with casting and plot changes. The first “Reacher” film starred Tom Cruise, a choice that drew criticism because the character is much taller in the books. Despite this mismatch, the movie earned $220 million on a $60 million budget, but its sequel fell short in quality and reception. Prime Video’s series solved these issues by picking the right actor for each role and adapting one book per season, a formula that kept audiences engaged.Similarly, the Netflix adaptation of Nesbø’s series begins with the author himself writing the script. This involvement promises a faithful rendition of the source material, something the earlier “Snowman” film failed to deliver. That movie, featuring big names like Michael Fassbender and Rebecca Ferguson, did poorly at the box office and received only a 7% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The new show’s first trailer showcases strong performances from Tobias Santelmann and Joel Kinnaman, along with high‑quality action scenes. By focusing on a single book each season and staying true to the original tone, it may surpass the earlier film’s shortcomings. While time will reveal its ultimate success, early signs point to a promising start that could rival or even outshine the “Reacher” series.