One Day, Netflix’s latest romantic sensation, is based on the bestselling novel by David Nicholls, which was also adapted into a movie starring Anne Hathaway in 2011. The show follows the journey of Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) and Dexter Mayhew (Leo Woodall), two college friends who meet on the night of their graduation and develop a complicated bond that lasts for almost two decades.
The show’s unique format is one of its strengths, as each episode focuses on the same date – July 15th – in different years, showing how Emma and Dexter’s lives and relationship change over time. The show captures the highs and lows of their friendship, their careers, their romances, and their personal struggles, as well as the moments of joy, humor, and heartbreak that they share.
One of the strengths of the series is the performance of the lead actors, who bring depth and nuance to their characters. Mod portrays Emma’s intelligence, wit, and vulnerability with charm and grace, while Woodall delivers a convincing transformation from a carefree, charismatic playboy to a mature, responsible, and emotionally wounded man.
The chemistry between them is palpable and realistic, making the audience root for them despite their flaws and mistakes.
“If you watch the series without reading the novel or watching the movie, you will definitely experience a rollercoaster of emotions.”
“Yeah, so I too have never read One Day or watched the film, so I went into the series not knowing what was coming,” Twitter users say. “God, I am BROKEN watching the series with crying emojis.”
The series ends with a tragic twist that breaks the hearts of viewers. Many users took to Twitter to express their emotions, saying, “This ending has actually broken my heart” and “Like my chest physically hurts. #OneDayNetflix.”
However, the show is not without its flaws. The plot is fairly predictable and follows the familiar tropes of the genre, such as the miscommunication, the missed opportunities, the unrequited love, and the tragic twist.
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Some viewers may find the show too slow, too melodramatic, or too frustrating, especially if they are looking for a more upbeat or satisfying romance. The show also does not explore some of the themes and issues that the novel touches upon, such as the social and political changes that occur in Britain from the late 1980s to the late 2000s.
One Day Review and Rating
The show is a beautiful, poignant, and sometimes painful ode to the people who shape our lives, the choices we make, and the chances we take. It is a show that will make you laugh, cry, and think about your own one day.
Rating: 4.5/5
