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Season 1 – Alice in Borderland

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Arisu—a listless, jobless and video-game-obsessed young man—suddenly finds himself in a strange, emptied-out version of Tokyo in which he and his friends must compete in dangerous games in order to survive. In this strange world, Arisu meets Usagi, a young woman who’s navigating the games alone. Together, they set out to unravel one mystery after another as they risk their lives and confront what it means to live.
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Alice in Borderland — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Alice in Borderland plays in the arena of sensational bloodletting, delivering genuine characters, hard-hitting action, and well-written genre fare.

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Melanie McFarland Salon.com 12/29/2020
Watching under-resourced and outgunned heroes overcome the odds is eternally satisfying -- and as Arisu insists, every game has a solution. Go to Full Review
Archi Sengupta LeisureByte.com 07/09/2024
5/5
Alice in Borderland is an extremely enjoyable and binge-worthy show that keeps you on the edge of the seat while also making you emotional! Go to Full Review
Andrew Heskins easternKicks.com 02/28/2023
4/5
Players in a deadly game for their lives, the Netflix series before Squid Game that deserved the accolades more. Go to Full Review
Charles Hartford But Why Tho? A Geek Community 01/22/2023
9/10
Alice in Borderland is an excellently delivered story. It is filled with memorable characters and gut-wrenching moments. Go to Full Review
Ty'Kira Smalls Common Sense Media 09/19/2022
3/5
Depressed gamer plays for survival in violent drama. Go to Full Review
Mikel Zorrilla Espinof 11/16/2021
There is a sense of urgency that limits its emotional reach ... And besides, it comes down to it too quickly. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
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Jose N Jan 7 La trama es intrigante y brutal, con juegos bien construidos que mantienen la tensión constante. El apartado visual es decente, los personajes son interesantes y evolucionan a lo largo de la historia. Es una serie que no teme ser oscura y logra enganchar de principio a fin, convirtiéndose en una de las propuestas más impactantes de Netflix. See more Axel G @Alexis917 Dec 31 ES UNA SERIE MARAVILLOSA CINEMA 😃 See more av 8 Dec 27 Three of Clubs—Dead or Alive? Maybe a reason why all the doors are closed, so you could open one that doesn't kill you. Five of Spades—Game of Tag. A little tedious, but new interesting characters are introduced and new elements unveiled. Seven of Hearts—Hide and Seek. "Hide so the the Wolf won't find you. Hide well, Lamb." A show that isn't shy of emotional turmoil. Though nothing makes sense, the plot thickens. Four of CLUBS, people!!!—Distance. It is clearly not spades. Clearly not testing your physical strength. Also, to be honest, some of the shots are really, really quaint and pretty. But the transitions are just bland and choppy. Four of Diamonds—Light Bulb. This is a stupid riddle I had come across when I was like 10, but cool, okay, sure. Ten of Hearts—Witch Hunt. Ten of Hearts—Witch Hunt. Ten of Hearts—Witch Hunt. It's a cliff-hanger sure, but it's been one since the start and this is getting repetitive now. See more Elisha I @asapidox Dec 18 First season is a wild, nerve-wracking ride that absolutely nails its core concept. The show shines brightest in its brilliantly designed, high-stakes games of logic and survival—episodes like the chilling "Hide and Seek" and the paranoid "Witch Hunt" are pure adrenaline and make for some of the best TV suspense out there. While the middle section gets a bit bogged down in the political drama of "The Beach," slowing the pace, the incredible performances, stunning visuals, and emotionally charged finale more than make up for it. It's a gripping and addictive binge that leaves you desperate for the next game. See more bettyfruitcake f @bettyfruitcake Dec 3 Wow, amazing! I love everything about season 1. See more Jin W Nov 17 THIS WAS ONE OF THE BEST SEASONS I'VE SEEN. THE WAY THEY SHOW ARISU MEMORIES HIS EMOTIONS, ETC. WAS PEAK (and remember every game got a solution). See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 1 Arisu and his friends hide from the police in a public restroom, but when they reemerge, the Tokyo streets are completely empty. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 2 Leaving behind an injured Chota, Arisu and Karube head to a sprawling apartment complex where a deadly game of tag awaits. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 3 With Chota and Shibuki's visas expiring, the four enter a Shinjuku botanical garden where they take part in a cruel game of betrayal. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 4 Overwhelmed with guilt, Arisu is ready to give up, but Usagi urges him to keep going; next up is a game of endurance in an underground highway. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 5 After Arisu and Usagi make their way to the Beach, the king of the utopian haven forces them to help gather the remaining playing cards. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 6 Chishiya recruits Arisu and Usagi to help him change the status quo; an unforeseen event rocks the brittle power dynamics of the Beach. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 7 Once a safe haven, the Beach becomes the arena for the next stage during which an epic witch hunt turns everyone against each other. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 10, 2020 Episode 8 Tensions inside the resort reach a boiling point; as the game clock winds down, the survivors face an uncertain future. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Kaata Sakamoto
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Sci-Fi, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Dec 10, 2020
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