Netflix’s Upcoming Series Could Be One of the Scariest Releases of 2026
Summer is still in full swing – schools are out, and many are utilizing their vacation days to soak in the pleasant weather. Blockbuster films like The Odyssey and the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day are taking over the theaters.
Meanwhile, Netflix is gearing up to promote its highly anticipated movies and TV shows set to debut this fall.
The streaming platform recently unveiled a teaser for one of its lesser-known projects, Below, which aims to be one of the standout hits of the season, comparable to this summer’s Widow’s Bay on Apple TV.
With a spooky and enigmatic tone, it delivers just enough footage to leave viewers eager for more.
Watch With Us is now craving more content, and we believe Below has the potential to become one of the scariest shows of 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about Below.
Where Can You Watch the Teaser for ‘Below’?
Right here! Simply click on the embedded trailer above.
When Does ‘Below’ Start Streaming?
Below is set to begin streaming on Netflix on October 8.
How Many Episodes Does ‘Below’ Have?
There are six episodes in total. All episodes will be released simultaneously, allowing for a binge-watch experience. We suggest watching one episode and then taking a short break due to its intense nature!
What Is ‘Below’ About?
Netflix is keeping tight-lipped about the specifics of Below and what exactly is stalking Hartnett and the town in the trailer. Here’s the official synopsis:
“Calvin (Josh Hartnett) is a fisherman from a small village that is under siege by a ferocious creature. As the locals fall victim to chaos instigated by mysterious occurrences, and Calvin’s son Wade (Charlie Heaton) begins showing alarming new symptoms, our hero teams up with Fonda (Mackenzie Davis), a marine biologist, to unlock the secrets lurking beneath the water.”
Where Was ‘Below’ Filmed?
Below was filmed on location in Newfoundland, Canada. In an interview with Netflix’s online magazine Tudum, creator Jesse McKeown shared his passion for the region.
“It’s such a unique landscape, rugged, dangerous, isolated, and eerily beautiful in many respects. There’s also a warm community with amusing people and various eccentricities.”
Who Stars in ‘Below’?
Here’s a partial cast list for Below:
Josh Hartnett as Calvin Penney
Mackenzie Davis as Fonda Howander
Charlie Heaton as Wade Penney
Natasha Henstridge as Jan
Joshua Close as Officer Jaxon Noseworthy
Rohan Campbell as Jay Penney
Willow Kean as Ruth Penney
Ruby Stokes as Mary Penney
Kaleb Horn as Noah
Mary Walsh
Notably, many of the cast members are seasoned in the horror genre. Hartnett’s journey began with hits like Halloween: H20, where he starred alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, and The Faculty, depicting a teenage drug dealer battling aliens. Recently, he was also featured in M. Night Shyamalan’s thrilling serial-killer film, Trap.
Rohan Campbell, another cast member with ties to the Halloween franchise, took the lead in Halloween Ends, a film that has sparked mixed reviews yet gained a dedicated fanbase.
Charlie Heaton remains widely known for his role in Stranger Things, while Nastasha Henstridge gained popularity in the ’90s for her role as the shape-shifting alien Sil in both Species (1995) and Species II (1998).
Why Is ‘Below’ a Must-Watch Netflix Show?
The success of Widow’s Bay this past summer indicated a sustained interest in compelling, quirky horror stories. Below aims to contribute to this genre by drawing inspiration from Jaws and Invasion of the Body Snatchers, while also establishing its own distinct narrative.
Newfoundland provides a stunning yet ominous backdrop, and the teaser effectively evokes a sense of dread that many horror series – including Stranger Things – might lack. Additionally, Below marks an extension of the Josh Hartnett renaissance that started with Trap and continued through the wild airplane thriller Fight or Flight. The actor from Black Hawk Down is due for a major streaming success, and Below could be just that.
