The Believers

"The Believers" (Sathu) is a Thai series that presents quality beyond expectations, telling a story that challenges thought and reveals issues often avoided in discussions within Thai society, such as religion, through the use of charming characters and impressive performances.

In this series, we do not encounter characters that are purely black or white. Characters like Phra Don illustrate complexity and the struggles occurring within them, while Win is portrayed as a character with both charm and emotional volatility, making the audience feel both admiration and frustration. This evokes a similar feeling to the character of the Professor in "Money Heist," who is filled with intelligence and charisma.

The storytelling of the series does more than entertain; it invites viewers to question beliefs and the issues present in society through the development of multidimensional characters and intense performances. Each episode allows us to explore feelings and thoughts from perspectives we have not encountered before.

The casting feels like a divine gift, bringing together talented actors that let us experience the true diversity of the characters. "The Believers" is not merely an entertaining series but also a meaningful medium that encourages us to pay attention to important issues in society in a straightforward manner.

I love this show so much it was my comfort show for like 2 days and after that i missed watching the show so i rewatched it in a day a day after i finished it.

The actors are AMAZING, I NEED SEASON 2 IMMEDIATELY NOW PLEASE.

I also love the plot it wasnt rush or too slow or anything it was perfect. I didnt recall anything in the show that bothered me, it was perfectly filmed and the script is amazing. I would definitely watch it for the 3rd time again!!!

The actors are also hot(dear and game) so thats another reason to watch it. The acting was perfecttttt and i just love this show you guys should give it a try to watch it!!

I haven't seen a Thai series that tells a story with such boldness and fun in a long time. Usually, if a series aims to expose "social issues," it "tends not to be enjoyable" because it's too heavy to watch comfortably. And if the series is fun, the plot often lacks depth. But this series manages to do both. The storyline has a heist-film vibe and features characters that are both charming and highly human. It's rare to see a Thai series with a well-defined trio of characters like this.

The series makes us root for the main characters, even though we know they are "not good people." It offers multiple perspectives, showing us why these people who exploit religion do what they do. The series is well-rounded, with humor, drama, love, family, and a touch of investigation that comes in towards the end, making me eager to see more of this aspect in Season 2.

What I love the most is the unpredictability of the characters. We have no idea how things will end for them, especially Win, who has both very dark and very light sides that are hard to separate. He's an incredibly well-written and interesting character.

This is a must-watch Thai original series that I highly recommend. It brings together an astonishing cast that is truly impressive. You don't need to be invested in Buddhism to enjoy it, as its concept can make you think of other similar "markets" that are equally unsettling, whether they be other religions or certain non-profit organizations.

However, if you are invested... you know... you will be even more deeply engaged with what the series 'Sathu' is trying to convey.

This series is very original. I binged watch it within a night. It proposes a very interesting dilemma - as much as I know of the protagonists' wrongdoings. I was rooting for them the whole series throughout their ups and downs. I thought there was no more story to tell after a few episodes but it kept getting more and more interesting and thrilling. Now I can't wait to watch season 2.

I believe it is a very sensitive topic to portray about blasphemy and religion. However, the portrayal in this series was sensitive enough.

Thai series on Netflix are definitely gems, including 'Ready, Set, Love'. As a Vietnamese, I absolutely adore Thai cinema and television. Hope the series goes on! I truly need more quality Asian originals on Netflix.

There were 3 reasons I really enjoyed this: 1. The show knew the story it wanted to tell and didn't drag or go all over the place, it immediately grabbed my attention and had me invested in what was going to happen next. I planned to watch an episode a day and that definitely ended up being the entire show in two days. I also can't recall feeling like the plot was being rushed or dragged at any point.

2. The show was well shot and didn't have so many awkward angles like a lot of Thai shows I've seen.

And 3. The characters were pretty well acted and believable, I didn't find any of them to be irritating or just over the top caricatures, they all seemed like real people with real problems and understandable reactions to their situations.

This was a fun watch and I can definitely see myself rewatching it.