Eric Bana’s 'Untamed': The Netflix Thriller You Need, Not the Chinese Epic
A gripping mystery set in Yosemite’s wilds, full of suspense.
Untamed (2025) is Netflix’s newest limited series, starring Eric Bana as a haunted federal agent and Sam Neill as his no-nonsense boss. Though set in Yosemite, the six-part thriller was filmed in British Columbia’s rugged wilderness — a visual stand-in that’s nearly convincing.
Created by The Revenant’s Mark L. Smith and Elle Smith, the show follows ISB agent Kyle Turner investigating a hiker’s death that unravels into a bigger, darker conspiracy. It’s not based on a true story, but the themes of cover-ups, trauma, and backcountry justice hit close to home.
The cast also includes Rosemarie DeWitt, Wilson Bethel, and Lily Santiago. Early reviews are mixed: The Guardian called it "blunt-force," while TIME praised the cinematography. And no — it’s not related to the Chinese fantasy The Untamed.
Streaming now on Netflix. Ready to head off the beaten path?
