Netflix's Lidia Poet: A Near-Perfect Finale

The Netflix crime thriller, The Law According to Lidia Poet, has concluded with its third and final series, leaving viewers deeply moved. The show, set in 19th-century Italy, follows the nation's first qualified female lawyer, Lidia Poet, who faces gender-based restrictions preventing her from practicing law. Despite these obstacles, Lidia investigates homicides while confronting pervasive misogyny.

Matilda De Angelis stars as Lidia, a character lauded for her intelligence, confidence, and charm. The series debuted in February 2023 with a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, followed by a 91% score for its second season in 2024. The concluding third series, released recently, has garnered significant praise from audiences who described the acting, production, and script as top-class. Many viewers expressed sadness over the show's end, with some confessing the final scenes brought them to tears and a desire to rewatch the series.

Another Netflix crime drama, Jo Nesbø's Detective Hole, has also garnered attention for its 90% Rotten Tomatoes score. This Norwegian mystery crime drama, based on Jo Nesbø's novel The Devil's Star, became available on the streaming service on March 26. It follows a detective investigating ritualistic murders in Oslo. The series has received positive reviews, with viewers describing it as 'Nordic noir done right' and a 'gorgeous viewing experience'.