The Eternaut | Netflix – April 30, 2025
A chilling snowfall blankets Buenos Aires on a quiet summer night, wiping out everything in its path. What seems like a freak weather event quickly reveals itself to be the opening move in a covert alien invasion. This is the premise of The Eternaut, a gripping six-episode Argentine sci-fi thriller streaming on Netflix starting April 30, 2025.
A Timeless Tale Reimagined for a Global Audience
Based on the iconic 1957 graphic novel El Eternauta by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López, this adaptation is more than a survival story—it’s a bold reflection on resistance, unity, and the fragility of humanity in the face of the unknown.
Plot Summary
In the wake of a mysterious and deadly snowfall, Juan Salvo (played by legendary Argentine actor Ricardo Darín) finds himself thrust into a leadership role among a group of desperate survivors. As the group—comprising Salvo’s wife Elena (Carla Peterson) and their resourceful friend Professor Favalli (César Troncoso)—seeks safety, they realize the snow was just the beginning.
As they move through an eerily silenced city, they confront escalating threats, including unseen alien forces manipulating Earth’s atmosphere. The deeper they go, the more they uncover about a meticulously planned extraterrestrial invasion—one that aims not just to destroy, but to dominate.
Cast & Characters
- Ricardo Darín as Juan Salvo – The reluctant but courageous leader.
- Carla Peterson as Elena – Juan’s strong and compassionate partner.
- César Troncoso as Professor Favalli – The group’s scientific guide and voice of reason.
Series Highlights
- Genre: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Drama
- Language: Spanish (with subtitles in multiple languages)
- Episodes: 6
- Streaming Platform: Netflix
- Release Date: April 30, 2025
Why Watch The Eternaut?
- Adapted from one of Latin America’s most influential graphic novels.
- Features high production value and powerful performances.
- Offers a suspenseful blend of survival thriller and political allegory.
- A rare look into Latin American sci-fi storytelling with global appeal.
