Netflix's 'anti-White Lotus' comedy races past You season 5 in charts with millions of views

Netflix continues to dominate the scene as another underdog shoots straight to the top of the streaming leaderboards.

Rocketing to number one with an impressive viewership nearing 12 million, a star-packed dramedy has eclipsed the climactic season of the beloved series You from its lofty perch.

Boasting comedy giants Steve Carrell and Tina Fey in the cast, this refreshed take on the classic hit film The Four Seasons is charming audiences left, right and centre.

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Missed out on it so far?

Here's your nudge to check out this surprisingly touching eight-part series that spins a tale of three couples whose bonds – and their tradition of seasonal getaways – are thrown into jeopardy by divorce proceedings, reports .

The ensemble is studded with talent including dual Oscar nominee Colman Domingo, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Marco Calvani, and Erika Henningsen.

TV pundit David Opie lavished it with praise calling it "the anti-White Lotus, and I mean that as a compliment."

"Tina Fey's first series since 30 Rock is an old-fashioned comfort show grounded by av strong cast who navigatea messy yearof ups and downs."

He finally added: "Colman Domingo is predictably brilliant."

A fan took to X (previously ), gushing: "Loved the four seasons on Netflix. Great comfort show if you need something to binge watch. Great cast. Great storyline. No notes at all."

Yet amidst the warmth, some audience members have signposted the unexpected emotional wallop that The Four Seasons packs towards the miniseries' conclusion.

"The four seasons isn't a comedy," one viewer insisted. "It's a multi-layered sandwich of adult emotions.

"Questionable decisions, silly arguments, buried grief, and a friendship that feels like home. Warm, messy, tender. A rich, filling, and deeply satisfying [series]."

An enthusiastic fan took to saying: "I laughed multiple times every episode. All the characters were well written and dynamic. A real gem of a show."

To this rave review, another chimed in: "Warm and funny with perfect runtime, an absolute delight. I could watch so many more shows like this."

A third commenter confessed: "I'm obsessed with Colman Domingo. I haven't seen him in comedy before. This show might become one of my comfort shows."

And yet another admirer gushed: "Yes I thought it was great. A nice mixture of drama and comedy.

"It has some deep themes about middle age and relationships. The cast was truly stellar."

So if you are among the few who have not yet been charmed by The Four Seasons, be sure to pencil in this heartwarming and sharp-witted comedy for your viewing pleasure this weekend – already a hit sensation for almost 12 million viewers.

The Four Seasons is available to stream on Netflix.