The Perfect 100% Critic Scored Amazon Prime Show Few People Know About

Core Insights - The article discusses the challenges faced by critically-acclaimed shows in gaining media attention and public buzz in the era of social media [1][8] - Amazon's "The Narrow Road to the Deep North," despite critical acclaim, has not achieved significant cultural impact or media coverage compared to other shows like "Reacher" [8][10] Show Overview - "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" is based on Richard Flanagan's 2014 Man Booker Prize-winning novel and follows the experiences of WWII surgeon Dorrigo Evans [2][3] - The show explores themes of trauma, memory, and mental stability, particularly focusing on Evans' PTSD from his time as a POW [3] Production Details - The production rights were initially acquired by Fremantle in 2018, but leadership changes and pandemic-related shutdowns delayed the project [6] - The show was eventually produced by Curio Pictures and distributed by Amazon Prime Video in select regions, with Sony Pictures Television handling international distribution [7] Critical Reception - The show holds a 100% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, praised for its direction and performances, particularly by Jacob Elordi [9] - However, audience ratings are significantly lower at 72%, indicating a disconnect between critical acclaim and viewer engagement [9][10] Media Coverage Comparison - In April, "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" received 618 articles of media coverage, which is notably less than "Reacher," which garnered 1,772 articles [11] - The disparity in media attention is attributed to "Reacher's" established franchise status and more accessible content, despite both shows having similar critical ratings [12]