Viewers call out one feature of Netflix’s new horror series

EntertainmentLifestyle
28 Mar 2026 • 5:37 AM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

image is not available

  • Netflix's new horror series, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, is drawing criticism from viewers and critics for its excessively dark and gloomy visuals.
  • Many viewers reported on social media that they struggled to see the action on screen, with some stating they “couldn't see a thing” on their home setups.
  • Critics, including The Independent's Louis Chilton, noted that the show's “drab and colourless look” undermines its horror and dramatic elements.
  • This issue is part of a recurring problem for Netflix, as similar complaints about poor lighting have been made regarding other original productions, such as the 2025 Frankenstein adaptation.
  • The consistent lack of adequate lighting in Netflix's original content has become a well-known and frequently criticized aspect of the streamer's productions.

IN FULL

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved