Nothing else on TV feels—or looks—quite like Netflix's North Of North
Netflix's warm, Arctic-set comedy North Of North is sweeter and more sure of itself in season two.
Canada's cold regions provide fertile ground for TV shows featuring brooding characters solving dark mysteries, but Netflix's North Of North is a refreshing exception. This CBC original comedy, set in the icy environment of Nunavut, brings warmth to the region through its charming protagonist, Siaja Kudlak (Anna Lambe), and the quirky inhabitants of the fictional small town of Ice Cove.
Siaja, a 27-year-old with a go-getter attitude, left a shabby marriage and moved in with her caring mother, Neevee (Maika Harper), along with her six-year-old daughter. Unemployed as a mother, Siaja takes up various jobs to support herself while reuniting with her father, Alistair (Jay Ryan), and forming a new romantic connection with Kuuk (Braeden Clarke).
Despite her best intentions, Siaja often finds herself in trouble, but her sincerity and knack for making a mess are endearing. Throughout the series, she tackles various challenges, such as disappointing cruise ship tourists, poisoning elders, and organizing a winter ball despite technical difficulties. Siaja's journey reveals her growing outspokenness, independence, and confidence, all while staying true to her Inuit community's customs and traditions.
North Of North stands out for its layered storytelling, blending Inuit history and culture with the everyday lives of its quirky characters. The series co-creators, Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, both Inuk women, create a protagonist that is rarely seen on screen—a self-assured woman navigating life, love, and personal growth within her community.
With stunning cinematography by Jackson Parrell, bold costumes by Alexandra Reda, and memorable musical scores, North Of North delivers a heartwarming Arctic-set comedy that leaves viewers with a warm afterglow. The series premieres on Netflix on November 5.
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