While major high-profile projects like Keira Knightley's spy thriller Black Doves capture immediate mainstream headlines after a two-year hiatus, a quieter critical darling is making waves on the streaming giant. Another series has officially returned for its sophomore run, securing a rare second consecutive 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Meet North of North

The acclaimed comedy series North of North has made its grand return to Netflix following an eighteen-month wait, arriving roughly two months after its initial broadcast on APTN+ and CBC. While the review pool for the latest batch of episodes remains sparse, the series maintains an immaculate critical track record across both of its runs.

“A young Inuk woman wants to build a new future for herself after a spontaneous — and extremely public — exit from her marriage. But it won’t be easy in a small Arctic town where everybody knows your business.”

The Renewal Puzzle

Despite critical adoration, the future of the series remains uncertain. Unlike its first season, the sophomore outing has failed to crack the coveted US top 10 streaming charts, mirroring a common viewership slump for returning television. However, cancellation is far from guaranteed.

Because the show is a collaborative venture co-produced by CBC and APTN rather than relying solely on an independent Netflix greenlight, any decision regarding a third installment requires a joint agreement among all three entities.

Budget and Critical Acclaim

Fortunately, economic factors lean in the show's favor. As a production with a significantly lower budget than standard streaming blockbusters, financial pressures are minimized. The desire to preserve a prestigious critical darling may ultimately outweigh lower initial chart placements.

What Critics Are Saying

  • AV Club: “North Of North is an ideal comfort watch, layered with quirky small-town residents whose stories and shenanigans are skillfully woven together with their Inuit history and culture.”
  • The Film Nerdette: “It’s also enlightening and important to see the Inuit culture and storytelling highlighted on screen. The filmmakers and characters generously continue to share it with the audience in yet another great season.”

Viewers searching for an intelligent, culturally rich viewing experience will find this series well worth their time as audiences await news of a potential third season.