will the Netflix series have a sequel?

Since its arrival on December 12 on Netflix, The Palm created a surprise. In less than 48 hours, this Norwegian mini-series won over the public, reaching first place among the most watched programs on the platform.

This resounding success is based on a rather original plot and carefully measured tension, plunging spectators into the terror of a natural disaster. As the shockwave spreads, a question emerges: will Netflix extend the adventure with a second season?

Disaster and survival

The Palm adopts the mini-series format, an ideal choice for dense and intense stories. In four episodes, it tells the story of a Norwegian family on vacation on the Canary Island, at a time when a volcano shows worrying signs of eruption. This heavenly setting quickly becomes a theater of chaos, confronting the characters with an apocalyptic threat.

As a young scientist discovers the gravity of the situation, the impending eruption could cause a mountain to collapse into the ocean, triggering a tsunami of unprecedented magnitude. Between survival and despair, The Palm maintains suspense, transporting viewers into a struggle against the forces of nature.

A complete work

Conceived as an independent work, The Palm wraps up its plot at the end of the fourth episode, without leaving any gray areas. This tight format, designed to tell a complete story, seems to exclude the possibility of a sequel, despite the immense success of the series. Netflix has not yet made any announcement in this direction, reinforcing the idea that this mini-series is intended to stand on its own. However, its success, like that of La Breasuggests a strong return to disaster stories, a genre that seemed to have gone out of fashion in recent years.

Return of disaster stories

The fascination with survival and natural disaster series has always been there, driven by our need to explore our most visceral fears. In the 2000s, shows like Lost or Flashforward had established themselves, mixing mystery, human drama and survival.

More recently, series like La Brea or The Rain tried to revive this genre by adding a touch of science fiction. In this context, Chernobyl stood out for its seriousness and chilling realism, setting itself apart from more sensationalist productions which favor suspense and raw emotion.

In the case of The Palmthe heavenly setting and the imminent threat of a deadly tsunami evoke this duality: natural beauty and apocalyptic disaster. The success of this type of story, both captivating and anxiety-provoking, shows that spectators remain fascinated by the exploration of their greatest fears. If this return of the genre is confirmed, it could well open the way to other series where urgency and extreme choices once again become the heart of the story.