Escape Reality: Netflix Offers Worlds of Fantasy, History, and Romance

If you’re looking to escape the everyday, Netflix has the perfect ticket for you this week with a lineup of shows designed to transport you to different worlds, eras, and realities. From the opulent halls of 19th-century Ireland to the perilous streets of a dystopian Tokyo, this week’s premieres offer the ultimate in escapist entertainment.
Your first escape takes you back in time with House of Guinness. This eight-part period drama from the creators of Peaky Blinders immerses you in the high-stakes world of the Guinness brewing family in the 1860s. Leave your modern worries behind and get lost in a lavish and dramatic story of family secrets, corporate espionage, and immense wealth.
For a more adrenaline-fueled escape, dive headfirst into the third season of Alice in Borderland. This Japanese sci-fi thriller transports you to a parallel reality where survival depends on your ability to win a series of deadly games. It’s a heart-pounding journey into a world governed by its own mysterious and brutal rules. Another dark escape awaits in Season 2 of Interview With The Vampire (arriving September 30), which welcomes you into the seductive and dangerous immortal underworld.
If your ideal escape involves suspense and mystery, the six-part Spanish series Angela is your destination. This psychological thriller pulls you into the life of a woman plotting her escape from an abusive marriage, offering a tense and gripping narrative that will make you forget everything else.
Finally, for those seeking an escape into the world of romance, the ninth season of Love is Blind (premiering October 1) offers a front-row seat to a unique and emotional quest for love. Watch as 32 singles from Detroit leave their reality behind to see if they can find a soulmate, sight unseen. No matter where you want to go, Netflix has a destination for you this week.