Netflix will premiere a new creature thriller titled "Below" this October, starring Josh Hartnett as a fisherman defending his community [1].

The series marks a significant addition to the streaming platform's limited-series catalog, blending small-town mystery with high-stakes creature horror. By centering the narrative on family-driven drama and environmental terror, the show targets a broad demographic of genre fans.

Hartnett plays Calvin Penney, a fisherman based in Newfoundland, Canada [2]. The plot centers on Penney's efforts to protect his family, and the local town, from an unidentified sea creature that has begun terrorizing the coast [3].

Joining Hartnett in the lead cast are Charlie Heaton and Mackenzie Davis [4]. The project is a six-part series [5]. Jesse McKeown, known for his work on "The Umbrella Academy," created the show [6].

"Josh Hartnett leads 'Below,' a six-part creature thriller about a fisherman defending his family and community from a terror at sea," Brian Lowry said [7].

The production utilizes the rugged landscape of Newfoundland to establish its atmosphere. The series aims to combine elements of monster stories and domestic tension to drive the narrative forward.

"If you're a fan of small-town mysteries, monster stories, and family-driven drama, Netflix’s upcoming limited series Below looks like it could be a great mix of all three," GeekTyrant said [8].

Netflix is positioning the series as a centerpiece for its autumn programming. The company is sending Hartnett to battle the sea creature in a format that emphasizes episodic tension over a traditional feature film structure [9].

“Josh Hartnett leads 'Below,' a six-part creature thriller about a fisherman defending his family and community from a terror at sea.”

The development of 'Below' reflects a continuing trend of streaming platforms investing in high-production limited series that blend genre elements with character studies. By casting an established lead like Hartnett and employing a creator from a successful franchise like 'The Umbrella Academy,' Netflix is attempting to capture the 'prestige horror' market—content that offers both spectacle and narrative depth.