Netflix miniseries East of Eden reaches 20 million views

The Netflix miniseries ‘East of Eden’, an adaptation of John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel, has emerged as a major streaming success. Starring Florence Pugh, the seven-episode production has nearly doubled its viewership in less than two weeks since its October 1st release, accumulating close to 20 million views.

Created by Zoe Kazan, the series has received critical acclaim, holding an 87% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes with a ‘Certified Fresh’ designation. Critics have praised the technical and artistic quality of the production, specifically highlighting the performances, the period setting, and the narrative architecture.

The series' rapid growth in viewership—climbing from 6.5 million views in its first four days to 12.8 million in the following week—has placed it second in the global ranking for English-language series. The production features a cast including Mike Faist and Christopher Abbott, exploring complex family conflicts and moral dilemmas.