{
  "id": 14296150,
  "title": "Newfoundland thriller ‘Below’ reels in record audience for a Canadian Netflix title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/newfoundland-thriller-below-reels-in-record-audience-for-a-canadian",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-13T21:10:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/2026/10/13/newfoundland-thriller-below-reels-in-record-audience-for-a-canadian-netflix-title"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A thrilling new Netflix series titled \"Below\" has captured the attention of viewers across Canada and the world. Premiering on Thursday, the show starring Josh Hartnett as a fisherman defending his Newfoundland town from a monstrous sea creature, has garnered an astonishing 17 million views. This marks the highest debut viewing number for a Netflix Canadian title, according to the streaming giant. \"Below\" created by Toronto-born director Jesse McKeown, currently holds the top spot in 53 countries and ranks within the top 10 in 90 countries. Shot in just 75 days across various locations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, the series employed over 700 primary cast and crew members, partnering with more than 650 Canadian vendors. McKeown's personal connection to Newfoundland, stemming from his wife's roots and a long-standing desire to create something for the region, fueled his inspiration for the project.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}