What is 1899 on Netflix about?

1899 is a title you do not want to miss this weekend! Here’s why.

From the title’s stacked cast full of celebrities from all over the world to its hair-raising story that is nothing short of a never-ending nightmare, we believe this Netflix original series is nothing like you’ve ever seen. Moreover, whether viewers are tuning in for the horror or tuning in for the mystery, the 2022 release is perfect for all types of audiences. There’s something for everyone!

We could go on about why you should be watching 1899 this week. But the best way to convince you is to tell you about the original series.

Here’s everything there is to know about Netflix’s 1899.

1899 plot summary

1899 tells the story of the horrors passengers experience during their journey to New York on board a steamship. What will these passengers do to combat the mysterious events they experience on the ship?

See the full synopsis via Netflix Media Center here:

"A migrant steamship heads west to leave the old continent. The passengers, a mixed bag of European origins, united by their hopes and dreams for the new century and their future abroad. But their journey takes an unexpected turn when they discover another migrant ship adrift on open sea. What they will find on board, will turn their passage to the promised land into a horrifying nightmare."

Also, check out the suspense-filled official trailer for the series below.

The title will have eight episodes in its first installment, making it the perfect watch for the weekend. (Or the month!)

Also, it’s important to note that the series has a TV-MA age rating, so audiences under 17 years might need to sit this weekly binge-watch out.

Be that as it may, if you’re 17 or older, love horror, and are all for streaming a brand-new series, be sure to catch 1899 streaming only on Netflix.