The adaptation of a renowned literary masterpiece has taken the world by storm. Following its recent premiere, the Netflix series based on One Hundred Years of Solitude has quickly entered the upper echelons of global viewership. Garnering significant attention, the first season has ascended to the third position in the global top 10 rankings for non-English series, amassing 31.1 million hours of viewing time along with 3.6 million individual views.
The initial segment of the series, which includes eight episodes out of a total of sixteen, has rapidly become the most popular show in Colombia. It has also made an impressive impact by landing in the top 10 across 38 nations, such as Argentina, Brazil, Spain, Mexico, and Egypt.
Produced by Dynamo, this series vividly brings the enchanting realm of Macondo to the screen. Directed by Álex García López hailing from Argentina and Laura Mora from Colombia, the show boasts exceptional production standards and showcases local talent. As a result, One Hundred Years of Solitude has contributed over 52 million dollars to the Colombian economy.
This reimagining of Gabriel García Márquez's celebrated novel delves into universal themes that include love, solitude, and familial relationships, striking a chord with viewers from various cultural backgrounds. Have you were given the opportunity to explore the original work, or are you considering watching the series?
