Netflix is currently hosting their Tudum Global Event in São Paulo, Brazil, where they will reveal their upcoming slate for the foreseeable future. The event will feature exclusive news, brand new footage, trailers and first looks at the most popular series, films and games Netflix is currently working on.
The expo will feature appearances from Netflix stars likeChris Hemsworth, Henry Cavill, Jenna Ortega, Penn Badgley, Gal Gadot, Sofia BoutellaandArnold Schwarzenegger,as well as the creators of some of Netflix’s biggest hits - and some yet to come - in the form ofSam Hargrave, Kevin Hart, Zack Snyderand much, much more.
Collider’sErick Massotois at the event, and has been sending us a little hint of what fans can expect when they attend the expo over the weekend in Brazil, as we highlight some of the higher profile offerings the streamer will be serving up for your enjoyment.
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Queen Charlotte
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Storyhas been a runaway smash for Netflix. The story of a real, binding and historical arrangement has been turned into a compelling and beautiful love story that many consider has actually outdoneBridgerton, its sister show, in capturing the imagination. TheShonda Rhimes-backed series has had sets reconstructed at the event, allowing you to take your place inside the world ofQueen Charlotte.
Squid Game: The Challenge
Squid Game,the survival drama series which caught the world’s imagination in 2021, will also feature at the expo -as well as its new game show counterpart,Squid Game: The Challenge, which takes the series and brings it into reality, allowing fans of the series totake part in the twisted and demented challengesfeatured in the series. Thankfully, this version should be a little bit safer. A replica of Young-hee, also known as The Doll, which controls the game, will be keeping an eye on guests.
The Sandman, the fantasy drama adapted fromthe comic books byNeil Gaimanfrom 1989 to 1996, was finally - successfully - adapted for television when it premiered on Netflix in August 2022. The series, which starsTom Sturridgeas the titular character, has been a hit with critics so far, andwas rewarded with a second season renewal in November 2022.It will also feature heavily on the event floor.
Cobra Kai, the spin-off series based onThe Karate Kid, the young adult series from the 1980s, has become one of Netflix’s most enduring and popular series.The dramedy, which is a sequel to those original films, followsWilliam Zabka’s character Johnny Lawrence, one of the protagonists from the series, andRalph Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso, as the pair come together once more. Guests will be able to explore the Cobra Kai dojo, and perhaps even learn a lesson or two from Mr. Miyagi along the way.
Stranger Things
Netflix’s biggest show, the return to Hawkins for its final season will have to wait quite a bit longer, but guests at Tudum will have the opportunity to take a trip out onto the dance floor, at the roller rink where Eleven finally snapped and unleashed her inner rage. High school bullies deserve what they get. You can even go for a ride in Argyle’s pizza van and enjoy the herbal benefits of such a trip.
Wednesdaywas a killer hit for Netflix.Renewed for a second season, the series which starsJenna Ortegain the title rolecan legitimately be described as a worldwide hit which turned its lead into a megastar, as her characterWednesday Addams moved to the Nevermore Academyto further her education - and you may visit the academy too. Just watch out for Thing.
The TUDUM event will stream live on Netflix at 4:30pm ET on Saturday June 17.
