East of Eden (2026)
English · Drama · 16
★ 8.0 Early — still settling 37 ratings
Released 1 Oct 2026
Page updated 6 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
Critics are positive; audience ratings are still coming in.
Audience★ 8.0 from 37 ratings — counts from 50
Too few ratingsCriticsFrom published reviews
Positive
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East of Eden is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix.
What the audience says
The few people who have rated East of Eden rate this English series highly. It holds an 8.0/10 on TMDB from 37 ratings — a small sample, so treat it with caution. In New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix.
Reviewers found plenty to like here. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — English drama. Only 37 people have rated it, so treat that 8.0 as an early signal rather than a verdict.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
In the early 1900s, a fiercely independent woman drives a rift between two brothers, igniting a saga that unfolds across two generations.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Zoe Kazan
Cast

Cathy Ames

Christopher Abbott
Adam Trask

Mike Faist
Charles Trask

Hoon Lee
Lee

Ciarán Hinds
Samuel Hamilton

Joseph Zada
Caleb "Cal" Trask
Where to watch in New Zealand
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 6 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is East of Eden worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Critics are positive; audience ratings are still coming in. It rates 8.0/10 on audience ratings. Reviewers found plenty to like here. This is a first season — English drama. Only 37 people have rated it, so treat that 8.0 as an early signal rather than a verdict.
Where can I watch East of Eden?
You can stream East of Eden in New Zealand on Netflix.
Is East of Eden family friendly?
East of Eden is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is East of Eden in?
East of Eden is an English series (Drama).
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