Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand

Louis Hofmann stars in Dark (Image: NETFLIX)

Netflix subscribers are absolutely hooked on a certain enigmatic series, with some viewers hailing it as an "absolute masterpiece".

At the start of this month, fans of the gripping serial couldn't help but spread the word about what they've dubbed the "best ever" show, taking to the Facebook group Netflix bangers to share their rave reviews.

In a fervent post, television buffs confessed their obsession over the series' enthralling riddles, hinting that only those with a "high IQ" might fully grasp its complexities.

The series stirring up all the buzz is named Dark, which marked its debut in 2017 as the premier German-language original series from the streaming giant, reports the Daily Record.

Its chilling synopsis states: "When two children go missing in a small German town, its sinful past is exposed along with the double lives and fractured relationships that exist among four families as they search for the kids.

Lisa Vicari stars in Dark (Image: NETFLIX)

"The mystery-drama series introduces an intricate puzzle filled with twists that includes a web of curious characters, all of whom have a connection to the town's troubled history - whether they know it or not. The story includes supernatural elements that tie back to the same town in 1986."

On Rotten Tomatoes, Dark stands tall with a stellar critic score of 95% and an audience approval of 94%, leading it to become one of the most celebrated shows available on Netflix.

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Heading the large cast ensemble are Louis Hofmann and Lisa Vicari, shining in the lead roles of Jonas Kahnwald and Martha Nielsen.

Dark has been dubbed 'a masterpiece' (Image: NETFLIX)

One fan took to the comments section, insisting that the complex plot of the TV series requires a lot of mental effort, jesting: "It needs a high IQ or else you'll get lost in the DARK." (sic)

"I asked for a show and they gave me a puzzle to solve ..and after first season I said naaaah...am not ready to rack my brain out," another confessed. (sic)

"DARK. An absolute Masterpiece. And yeah it's boring for people having low IQ," another concurred.

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Meanwhile, others lavished praise on the show, with one admirer hailing it as "one of the best Netflix series' ever made".

"What's the best Netflix original of all time and why is it DARK?" another quipped humorously.

All three seasons of Dark are available to stream now, exclusively on Netflix.

Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand

Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand

Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand

Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand

Netflix series branded 'absolute masterpiece' which you need 'high IQ' to understand