It looks like Netflix has another big hit on its hands after its latest series Beef scored a perfect 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
Beef is a ten-episode comedy series that debuted on the streaming platform last Thursday.
The show tells the story of two strangers who get involved in a traffic accident and its aftermath.
Steven Yeun plays Danny Cho, a failed contractor with a chip on his shoulder who goes up against Amy Lau (Ali Wong), a person who lives a very different picture-perfect life as a self-made entrepreneur.
According to an official Netflix synopsis, “The rising stakes of their feud unravel their lives and relationships in this darkly comic and deeply moving series.”
Unbelievable: Netflix looks to have another big hit on its hands after its latest series Beef scored a perfect 100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes
New Show: Beef is a ten-episode comedy series that debuted on the streaming platform last Thursday
Story: It stars Steven Yeun as Danny Cho, a failed contractor with a chip on his shoulder who goes up against Amy Lau (Ali Wong), a person who lives a very different picture-perfect life as a self-made entrepreneur
The show received critical acclaim from critics and fans alike, with acting and writing praised.
Benji Wilson of The Telegraph called it “the best new series of the year so far”, adding: “Wong and Yeun are both superlative from scene one and the script is great too: hilariously funny, savvy and smart.”
Ann Marie Hourihane of The Independent called the acting “incredible” and said, “I’d watch Beef even if I wasn’t getting paid for it.” It’s so good.’
While The Guardian’s Ellen E. Jones said the series was “a treat worth enjoying”.
And viewers at home are also loving the new show, with many taking to Twitter to praise it.
One gushed: “Soooo happy people see and love #beef. It’s truly one of a kind, never seen before and breathtaking.
“The best example of storytelling as therapy. Obsessed, to say the least.”
Another added: “I just finished beef.” new favorite series of the year I’m so serious. Best Limited Series Emmy Incoming. Ali Wong and Steven Yeun also receive their respective awards.”
A third agreed, writing: “BEEF is excellent. Emmys to Steven, Emmys to Ali, Emmys to everyone involved, I’m so serious.”
A fourth echo: “I just finished beef. Steven Yuen and Ali Wong I handle the Emmy nominations. Believe me.’
While a fifth said: “Just finished #BEEFNetflix #beef and wow. One of the best shows I’ve seen in ages.
“Beautiful performances everywhere. Yeun and Wong are fantastic. Funny, exciting and scary. What an achievement. Netflix has a WINNER.”
Popular: And viewers at home are also loving the new show, with many taking to Twitter to praise it
Impressed: Even comedian and actress Mindy Kaling joined in, tweeting: “This show meat is so good I love it.”
And a sixth tweeted: “Beef is quintessentially 21st century and relatable to all as it is taken to the extreme.
Steven Yuen and Ali Wong are perfect rivals fighting over a minor traffic accident.
The show is diabolical with a big heart and masterfully captures the terrifying world we live in. This is an excellent TV and gets our highest recommendation.”
Even comedian and actress Mindy Kaling joined in, tweeting, “This show beef is so good I love it.”
Source: Daily Mail
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