'Underrated' TV show 'as good as The Handmaid's Tale' now on Netflix

The final series of everyone's beloved dystopian drama has officially wrapped up, and devotees of The Handmaid's Tale are desperately searching for their next binge-worthy obsession - but they might not have to venture far.

Suspense enthusiasts are equally captivated by this overlooked dystopian gem, called 3%, featuring a youthful cast and set in a distinctive offshore community.

The 2020 Netflix programme has accumulated numerous stellar reviews since launching, with audiences declaring it "Tremendously Underrated".

One IMDb review says: "I was really surprised by the fact that this show is really unknown. It is a great TV series that definitely deserves more recognition."

Another viewer said: "Cinematically and visually stunning, a political, Hunger Games-esque storyline with believable acting, and I thought very interesting, lifelike characters. The script is intelligent, the characters are strong, and the interaction is elegant in its simplicity and natural air.", reports the Express.

The storyline for this Brazilian thriller reveals that just 3% of society enjoys opulent living on an island, whilst the remaining population endures mainland existence in destitution.

Upon reaching 20 ordinary citizens receive a singular opportunity to join the elite 3% through a gruelling trial called 'the process'. Crafted to be brutal and possessing the capacity to eliminate its participants, the contest concludes with the majority of its contenders returning to impoverished circumstances - occasionally too weakened to survive the ordeal.

Whilst the programme originates from Portugal, numerous English-speaking audiences have become captivated by the series, eagerly awaiting each instalment through subtitles or dubbed editions.

One fan even branded the programme a "rare gem".

They wrote: "3% is one of those rare shows that only gets better and better as it goes. Season 3, so far, is shaping up to be the most enthralling season yet, which, let me tell you, is absolutely saying something!".

"The world continues to be fleshed out, and the already quite complex characters are only getting more interesting. Do yourself a favour; watch at least to episode three before you pass judgement. You won't regret it!".

Another individual said: "This is truly an outstanding dystopian/post-apocalyptic series. The acting, the shots, the pace, the character development, the storyline... Everything is on point! Seasons 1, 2 and 4 were, for me, all riveting."

Featuring a Brazilian ensemble, the performers in this production are comparatively unfamiliar yet deliver "outstanding" displays, according to spectators.

Joao Miguel portrays Ezequiel in the programme, the leader of the Process, alongside Bianca Comparato, who appears as Michele Santana, and Michel Gomes as Fernando Carvalho. One viewer of the hit show 3% enthused: "I watched this out of boredom, but boy, was I glad that I did. It totally caught me off guard by how wonderful this show was. It is intelligent, futuristic, and well acted; all in all, absolutely amazing."

If you're keen to see what all the fuss is about or simply need something to fill the void after The Handmaid's Tale, 3% is ready for streaming on Netflix now.