Netflix has been increasing its collection of Portuguese-language content, with a wide range of original series, documentaries, and films. The platform is home to several popular Portuguese shows like “Lupin,” “3%,” and “The Mechanism,” as well as the recently released thriller “The Woods.” In response to a growing audience for Portuguese content, Netflix is investing in new and diverse programming from Portugal and Brazil.
One such upcoming series is the action-packed “Turn of the Tide,” a Portuguese Netflix Original thriller created by Augusto Fraga and produced by Ukbar Filmes, a Lisbon-based studio. Fraga co-wrote the series with Hugo Gonçalves and João Tordo and served as an executive producer alongside Pandora da Cunha Telles and Pablo Iraola.
The series features music composed by Pedro Marques and cinematography by André Szankowski. Here is everything we know about the upcoming series.
Turn of the Tide Season 1 Release Date: When Will it Air?
The much-anticipated Portuguese Netflix Original action thriller series, Turn of the Tide is set to premiere on May 26th, 2023, as confirmed by the official trailer release. The series was filmed between May and September 2022 at various locations, including Lisbon, Cascais, Azores, and Alentejo in Portugal.
The filming sites, which include hotels, airports, bars, and institutes, have been listed on IMDb Pro. Turn of the Tide will be exclusively available on Netflix, and fans can subscribe in advance to catch the series.
Turn of the Tide Season 1 Plot: What’s it About?
Turn of the Tide is a thrilling new Portuguese series on Netflix on May 26th, 2023. The story centers around five friends from Rabo de Peixe whose lives are dramatically altered when a massive amount of cocaine washes up on the Azorean coast.
As they navigate their newfound wealth and power, the group finds themselves entangled in a web of danger and corruption, facing off against rival drug cartels and the authorities who seek to bring them down.
With high-stakes action and complex character dynamics, Turn of the Tide promises to be an intense and suspenseful viewing experience for fans of crime dramas and thrillers. Don’t miss out on this exciting new addition to the Netflix library!
Turn of the Tide Season 1 Cast: Who Will Be In?
The upcoming Portuguese Netflix Original series, Turn of the Tide, has a talented cast of lead and supporting actors. José Condessa will play the character of Eduardo, while Helena Caldeira will portray Silvia. Rodrigo Tomás will take on the role of Rafael, and André Leitão will play Carlinhos.
The series will also feature notable actors such as Maria João Bastos as Inspectora, Pêpê Rapazote as Uncle Joe, Albano Jerónimo as Arruda, Salvador Martinha as Estagiário, and Adriano Carvalho as Jeremias.
Kelly Bailey will be seen as Bruna, João Pedro Vaz as Banha, Luísa Cruz as Dona Valentina, and Francesco Acquaroli as Monti. Dinarte de Freitas will play the character of Zé do Frango / Zé do Carro, David Medeiros will portray Lavrador, and Frederico Amaral will play Ferrugem.
Turn of the Tide Season 1 Trailer: When Can We Watch It?
The official trailer for Turn of the Tide has already been released, and fans can now watch it on Netflix or YouTube. The trailer offers a glimpse of the thrilling action that awaits viewers in the upcoming Portuguese Netflix Original series.
It showcases the beautiful scenery of the Azores and Lisbon and the talented cast in their respective roles. Fans are reminded to mark their calendars for the debut of the series on May 26th, 2023, exclusively on Netflix.