Josh Hartnett stars as a Newfoundland fisherman battling a mysterious sea creature in the forthcoming Netflix thriller series “Below,” which released its first teaser trailer today, September 5, 2024. The series, which is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 10, 2026, will be available globally on Netflix on October 8, 2026.
Key Facts
Josh Hartnett stars in the upcoming six-episode thriller series “Below,” which will premiere at the TIFF 2026 festival on September 10, 2026, before its release on Netflix on October 8, 2026. The series was announced in February 2025, with Hartnett joining the cast shortly thereafter. This marks Hartnett’s return to television following previous roles in series such as “Penny Dreadful,” “Die Hart,” and “Paradise Lost.” The show was filmed in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.
What Happened
Netflix unveiled the initial teaser for the new thriller series “Below,” which depicts a coastal community under threat from an unknown marine entity. The trailer for the six-episode drama surfaced on September 5, 2024, offering a first glimpse of the escalating tension. The series centers on Calvin Penney, portrayed by Josh Hartnett, a resilient fisherman in a small Newfoundland town.
Penney is grappling with the unresolved disappearance of his father decades prior. His resolve is tested when a fearsome sea creature begins terrorizing his hometown, forcing him to collaborate with a visiting marine researcher, played by Mackenzie Davis. Together, they must protect their community and uncover the island’s hidden truths.
What They Said
The official description for the series states: “Calvin Penney (Hartnett) is a big‑hearted but stubborn fisherman living in a small Newfoundland town, who’s still haunted by his father’s mysterious death from decades ago. When an unidentified sea creature begins terrorizing his hometown, Calvin must fight to hold his close-knit community together. Determined to keep his son Wade (Heaton) and the rest of his family safe, he teams up with a visiting marine researcher (Davis) to confront the creature and reveal the island’s buried secrets before it’s too late.”
Background
Josh Hartnett is an American actor known for his roles in films such as “Pearl Harbor,” “Black Hawk Down,” and “The Black Dahlia.” He gained a significant following for his lead role in the television series “Penny Dreadful,” which ran from 2014 to 2016.
In “Below,” Hartnett portrays Calvin Penney, a fisherman in a remote Newfoundland town whose life is disrupted by the appearance of a dangerous sea creature. Hartnett also serves as an executive producer for the series, which also features Charlie Heaton, Mackenzie Davis, and Ruby Stokes among its cast. The series was created by Jesse McKeown.
What’s Next
The six-episode series “Below” will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 10, 2026. Following its festival debut, the series is scheduled to be released globally on Netflix on October 8, 2026. Fans can expect to see Josh Hartnett in the lead role of Calvin Penney, a fisherman confronting a terrifying sea monster in his coastal hometown.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will “Below” be released on Netflix?
The series “Below” will premiere globally on Netflix on October 8, 2026. It will first be shown at the TIFF 2026 festival on September 10, 2026.
Who stars in “Below”?
Josh Hartnett stars as Calvin Penney. The cast also includes Charlie Heaton, Mackenzie Davis, Ruby Stokes, Kaleb Horn, Rohan Campbell, and Willow Kean.
What is the plot of “Below”?
The series follows fisherman Calvin Penney in a small Newfoundland town who must protect his community from a mysterious sea creature, while uncovering buried secrets about his father’s death.
Where was “Below” filmed?
The series “Below” was filmed on location in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.
Who is the creator of “Below”?
The series “Below” was created by Jesse McKeown, who also serves as its showrunner and executive producer.
