Netflix Unveils ‘Queenstown,’ Its First New Zealand Series
Netflix has officially announced its first locally commissioned New Zealand series, a drama titled Queenstown set against a luxury ski resort backdrop.
Quick answers
What is the premise of Queenstown?
The series is a scripted drama set in a luxury ski scene location.
Who is starring in the series?
The cast includes Rufus Sewell and Alycia Debnam-Carey.
Is this Netflix's first New Zealand series?
Yes, it is the platform's first locally commissioned series from New Zealand.
The brief
Netflix is moving forward with the production of a new scripted drama series called Queenstown. The series is established as the streaming platform's first original commission based in New Zealand. Coverage from outlets including The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, and Rolling Stone Australia confirms that the cast will feature Rufus Sewell and Alycia Debnam-Carey.
Additional reporting from Radio Times describes the series as a bold, propulsive narrative centered on a luxury ski scene. Stuff and FilmInk have also confirmed the project's inception. Details regarding the release schedule or specific plot developments beyond the setting remain limited.
Coverage does not yet specify a premiere date or further production milestones.
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Who reported it (7)
- The Diplomat favourite joins Netflix's new "bold, propulsive" drama set in 'luxury ski scene' Radio Times · 55d ago
- Netflix picked Queenstown Stuff · 55d ago
- Netflix Announces First Locally Commissioned New Zealand Series Rolling Stone Australia · 55d ago
- NETFLIX ANNOUNCES NEW SCRIPTED SERIES QUEENSTOWN FilmInk · 55d ago
- Welcome to Queenstown Netflix · 55d ago
- Rufus Sewell, Alycia Debnam-Carey & More Join Netflix's 'Queenstown' Deadline · 55d ago
- Netflix Unveils ‘Queenstown,’ Its First New Zealand Series The Hollywood Reporter · 55d ago
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