After audiences bade farewell to the immensely popular “Sex Education”, Netflix’s “Everything Now” attempted to capture the same magic. Premiering on October 5th, 2023, this British teen drama, hailing from the renowned Left Bank Pictures, features Sophie Wilde, who skyrocketed to stardom after her role in A24’s horror, “Talk To Me”. Wilde portrays Mia Polanco, a teenager freshly out of the hospital post her anorexia treatment. With the clock ticking on her teen years, Mia and her friends embark on an audacious adventure, creating a bucket list named “The F**k It Bucket”.
A Dive Into Season One’s Climactic Moments
Mia’s journey in the first season had its fair share of highs and lows. The culmination saw Mia grappling with the haunting news of an old friend, Jenna, succumbing to anorexia. Heartbreakingly parallel to Mia’s own journey. This devastating blow was further intensified by Mia’s blossoming feelings for Carli, which led to unexpected tensions within their group. But amidst the tears and turmoil, hope emerges. The season’s close finds Mia creating a new list, signaling her resilience and hinting at adventures waiting in the wings, should a season two be greenlit.
What the Future Holds for “Everything Now”
The big question on everyone’s minds is: Will “Everything Now” see a season 2? The answer, sadly, isn’t crystal clear. While the show isn’t tagged as a miniseries or a limited series, the narrative arc does leave room for further storytelling. Moreover, despite the lack of an official renewal statement, Netflix has been actively promoting additional content for the show, like an Australian slang game featured on their social channels.
However, the statistical side paints a less rosy picture. The show’s metrics, especially in comparison to its forerunners, haven’t been particularly encouraging. For instance, in the week it could have made it to Netflix’s top 10, it didn’t, requiring a steep 1.6 million views to claim that spot. On a brighter note, FlixPatrol’s data does show promise in certain territories, notably South Africa and parts of Eastern Europe.
Performance Metrics: A Deep Dive
Data accumulated by FlixPatrol reveals the series touched a high point in the top 10s with 262 points on its fifth day. To give context, 2023 saw another series, “Glamorous”, reaching 479 points at its zenith, whereas “Freeridge” maxed out at a mere 75 points before being axed. However, there’s still hope. External platforms like TelevisionStats.com, which leverages multiple sources including Google searches and IMDb, shed light on the show’s moderate traction, peaking on October 8th as the 105th most sought-after show.
Who cares about Otis and Maeve this relationship was the only reason why I finished season 4 of Sex Education: pic.twitter.com/xYTxyvAI69
— the 'E' is silent (@IamNotJoe12) October 10, 2023
Not to be overlooked, the younger demographic, the primary target for “Everything Now”, has shown their enthusiasm on platforms like TikTok. Over 300 videos were crafted, accumulating a respectable 16M global views within the debut week.
To Renew or Not To Renew?
In the high-stakes world of streaming, the fate of “Everything Now” hangs in balance. Though it might not have mirrored the colossal success of “Sex Education”, it’s evident the show resonates with a dedicated fanbase, especially in specific global regions. As viewers, all we can do is hope Netflix acknowledges this budding potential and grants the series another shot. Until then, fans can only revisit Mia’s roller-coaster journey in season one and anticipate future announcements.
