The Day

Genre: Crime, Thriller, Drama

Description: A brilliant Belgian crime thriller that unfolds over a single day, following a hostage crisis at a small bank from two alternating perspectives. The innovative series structure pairs episodes - odd episodes show events from the police negotiators' viewpoint, while even episodes reveal the same timeframe from the criminals' and victims' perspectives. What begins as a straightforward bank robbery quickly evolves into a complex psychological thriller filled with unexpected twists and revelations. As the day progresses, the true motivations of both the hostage-takers and their captives are gradually revealed, creating a tense cat-and-mouse game that keeps viewers guessing until the final moments. The series explores themes of desperation, moral ambiguity, and the thin line between victim and perpetrator in extreme circumstances.

8.3

Release Date: 2018-03-26