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In the distant future, most of the population lives in poverty in an area known as the Inland. There is an elite group, though, that is chosen to live in a virtual paradise, the Offshore. Every year, each 20-year-old gets a chance to make it to the island paradise by taking a series of tests. Only three percent of the candidates succeed and qualify to leave the impoverished Inland area. One of the newest residents of the Offshore is Michele, a naive young woman with no family who has a strong sense of justice.
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Critics Consensus

Despite comparisons to other teen-centric dystopian thrillers, 3% separates itself from the pack by focusing on characters with complicated backstories and personalities.

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Ben Arnold Guardian 03/01/2019
What it lacks in production dollars it makes up for in the compulsive viewing stakes. Go to Full Review Adam White Daily Telegraph (UK) 03/01/2019
2/5
3% wants to be a story about privilege and the groups rendered voiceless in a capitalist, patriarchal society. But it's weighed down by its devotion to a genre that often places cold visuals and nonsensical world-building over anything else. Go to Full Review Liz Shannon Miller IndieWire 05/08/2018
B+
"3%" brings with it some unique elements and compelling characters, plus a strong take on the social implications of the premise. Go to Full Review Alamin Yohannes Tell-Tale TV 03/04/2019
While the high stakes of survival and shocking twists throughout the process make 3% compelling, the show's greatest asset is its young cast. Each candidate has their own personality and history that add complications to the process. Go to Full Review Thrillist Entertainment Staff Thrillist 03/02/2019
The Elysium-like premise is explored with real emotional depth, and director César Charlone, the cinematographer responsible for City of God's stunning visuals, shoots everything with a gritty glow. Go to Full Review Vikram Johri Scroll.in 03/02/2019
What works in the series's favour is the elaborate backgrounds bestowed on the characters. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lee C 06/02/2024 Season 1 is compelling and interesting, and I recommend it. But don't get your hopes up for the rest of the seasons. It gets tedious and ultimately can't deliver anything satisfying at the end. See more Everton M 04/28/2024 Boring boring boring See more 07/03/2022 A dystopian story where the majority of the population is ok with 3% of them being "deserving" of living in paradise. The Cause is the only group that dares to take on the vastly superior Offshore to eliminate the injustice. This season does a fantastic job at taking us through the strenous journey just to get into the Offshore. See more 11/13/2021 Amazing start it hooks you in straight away. See more 07/19/2021 Full of twists but not in a good way. The characters make conflicts just for the sake of drama. Not a smart show. See more 03/23/2021 Amazing! Perfect! The 3% Series on Netflix has one of the best scripts of all the other series I have watched, I highly recommend the series to watch. My grade is 10/10. See more Read all reviews
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João Miguel

Ezequiel

Bianca Comparato

Michelle

Pedro Aguilera

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 01: Cubes In the near future, a testing facility puts 20-year-olds through a selection process to decide who should be allowed into the alleged utopia of Offshore. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 02: Coins Fernando's exam surprises the medical technicians; the group feels pressure during a logic puzzle; a suspicious Aline tries to learn more about Ezequiel. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 03: Corridor Joana sees disturbing visions from her past while passing through a dark tunnel; a surprising visitor comes to see Ezequiel. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 04: Gateway The candidates become trapped in the dorms without access to fresh supplies; Marco must adapt to changes in the test. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 05: Water Aline attempts to blackmail Ezequiel, who must confront her hidden, painful memories. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 06: Glass Offers tempt the candidates in their new dorm rooms; difficult tests await the remaining candidates. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 07: Capsule Officials suspect a traitor and disrupt a celebratory evening by interrogating the candidates. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 25, 2016 Chapter 08: Button The day of the Purification Ritual arrives, bringing new revelations and determining fates. Details

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Season Info

Screenwriter
Pedro Aguilera
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Drama, Special Interest
Original Language
Brazilian Portuguese
Release Date
Nov 25, 2016
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