Muted
Overview
Sergio hasn't spoken since the day he murdered his parents. Six years later, a teen girl may be the key to revealing the whole story.
What critics are saying
Critical reception for Muted was largely negative to mixed, with many reviewers panning the Netflix Spanish thriller for its logical inconsistencies, weak pacing, and frustrating narrative choices. A recurring point of criticism was the show's abandonment of its own core hook; multiple critics pointed out that despite the title and premise centered on a silent protagonist, the character talks almost immediately, causing the mystery to collapse like a house of cards.
Negative reviews were particularly harsh regarding the writing. Outlets like The Guardian and Ready Steady Cut described the series as a barely watchable mess full of gaping plot holes, filler, and unanswered questions that make the viewing experience frustrating rather than tense. Other critics noted that while the show attempted an ambitious exploration of human complexity, it ultimately failed to deliver on its potential.
However, a few reviewers offered more favorable assessments. Outlets such as Midgard Times and It's A Stampede! praised the series for its dark tone, suspenseful atmosphere, and ability to keep audience members on the edge of their seats, deeming it a solid entry for viewers who enjoy edgy crime thrillers.
“Gaping plotholes, storylines that just don’t make sense, and a concept that is inexplicably junked at the first opportunity – this Spanish thriller is barely watchable”
“Muted is just a mess on all fronts, and does extremely little to justify even the six episodes of the first season”
“Muted is an excellent show, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat”
“The series is an exciting experiment exploring human complexities, but it fails to achieve its full potential”
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Cast
Crew
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Keywords
Details
- First Aired
- May 19, 2023
- Status
- Ended
- Origin
- ES
- TMDB Votes
- 116