The Longest Night
By Monique Jones,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Gripping but violent thriller is destined for binge viewing.
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What's the Story?
THE LONGEST NIGHT is a gripping story that takes place during Christmastime, but is far from a gentle Christmas story. Warden Hugo Roca (Alberto Ammann) is called in from his Christmas break to oversee the transfer of Simón Lago (Luis Callejo), a serial killer also known as "The Alligator." But when a group shows up planning to take Simón hostage for their own ends, the warden and everyone either working or incarcerated in the facility become trapped with danger lurking outside and in.
Is It Any Good?
This is a show viewers will get quickly get absorbed in. The action is well-paced and, as expected, there are scenes that jolt the viewer while making them even more curious about what the central mystery is to Simón (Callejo) and the group who will kill to have him.
Just as compelling is the personal drama involving Hugo (Ammann) and his family. While his children are trapped with him at the facility, his oldest daughter is held captive by the same people who want Simón. With everything on the line, viewers will quickly want to get from one episode to the next to see if everyone will make it out alive.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about family dynamics. Why is Hugo's daughter upset with him? What in their family has led to the rift?
How does Hugo showcase leadership and teamwork?
How does Hugo show compassion to the inmates?
How do Hugo and other characters show perseverance and self-control despite the high stakes? Are there ways they don't exemplify this behavior?
How is diversity treated within the series?
TV Details
- Premiere date: July 8, 2022
- Cast: Alberto Ammann , Luis Callejo , Bárbara Goenaga
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Action
- Character Strengths: Compassion , Courage , Perseverance , Self-control , Teamwork
- TV rating: TV-MA
- Last updated: February 17, 2023
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