Netflix to release mystery thriller ‘Below’ starring Josh Hartnett

Netflix is set to release the six-episode mystery thriller series ‘Below’ on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The series stars Josh Hartnett as Calvin Penney, a fisherman in a small Newfoundland coastal town facing a mysterious and dangerous sea creature.

In the series, Calvin joins forces with marine biologist Fonda Howander, played by Mackenzie Davis, to protect his family and community from the deep-sea threat. The plot involves personal stakes, including the mysterious death of Calvin’s father and disturbing symptoms experienced by his son, Wade, played by Charlie Heaton.

Created by Jesse McKeown, the production utilized authentic Newfoundland scenery. Hartnett reportedly prepared for the role by studying local regional accents to enhance the realism of the setting.