'The Decameron': Netflix brings new historical drama bigger than 'Bridgerton'. Here are details

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Netflix has a new rival that might be even more compelling than its well-liked series Bridgerton. The streaming giant's newest product, 'The Decameron', will launch on July 25. According to Yahoo Entertainment, this new series aims to recreate the same charm that initially made Bridgerton a smash, but with its own twist and historical context.

'The Decameron': Setting and plot

'The Decameron' takes viewers back to 1348, a time very different from Bridgerton Regency period. A group of aristocrats fleeing the Black Death to a country estate are the focus of the drama, which is set against the backdrop of Florence, Italy during the bubonic plague. The romantic atmosphere created by the enclosed setting suggests that the series will focus on the complexity of relationships that are strained by their circumstances.

Modern take on historical drama

'The Decameron' is a work of historical fiction, yet it makes some artistic license in its portrayal. The teaser makes it clear that a more modern delivery is chosen over traditional accents. This contemporary twist is consistent with Netflix's strategy of adapting historical dramas to a current audience while maintaining creative license, as demonstrated in Bridgerton.

'The Decameron': Characters and cast

The series has a stellar ensemble that includes well-known characters from hit television programs. Among the well-known figures gracing 'The Decameron' are Saoirse-Monica Jackson from Derry Girls, Tanya Reynolds from Sex Education, and Zosia Mamet from Girls. These