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IOL News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
High-stakes drama unfolds: why 'Bet' is your next must-watch series
Miku Martineau as Yumeko in Netflix's latest teen-drama, "Bet". Image: Instagram. Netflix's latest series, "Bet", has become a binge-worthy obsession of viewers, including me. This gripping adaptation of the Japanese manga, "Kakegurui - Compulsive Gambler", offers not just high-stakes gambling but a thrilling narrative steeped in dark revenge and moral dilemmas. "Bet" follows Yumeko (Miku Martineau), a transfer student at an elite boarding school. The students are children of leaders who run the world, underground and otherwise. They are taught how to be as ruthless as their parents are in hopes of one day ruling the world too. But here's the twist: At St. Dominic's Prep, underground gambling dictates their social order. The Top 10 best gamblers are part of the school's student council. Yumeko needs to be here. Yumeko, a skilled gambler herself, challenges the established hierarchy and the school's power structure - she intends to bring the school to its knees. But let's backtrack a bit. Yumeko's parents attended St. Dominic's Prep. They were murdered when she was just a little girl. She watched as they waved goodbye to her before jumping into their car, which was engulfed in flames. Now a young adult, the flames of revenge ignite within her core. She wants to know who ordered the hit on her parents and will go to any extent to avenge their deaths. In one episode, she constructs a bomb in her dorm room, places it under the seat of the man she thinks is responsible for her parents' deaths. Luckily for him, the bomb was defective. Later, she finds out he isn't the killer. Yumeko can't do this alone, so she's got a few sidekicks, Ryan, Mary and Michael, who later turns on her after finding out that his mafia father could be the killer. After several high-stakes bets, Yumeko finally makes the Top 10, and now the real game begins. Yumeko is faced with difficult truths about who killed her parents, as for how she handles it ... Well, I won't spoil it. What I will say is that "Bet" expertly intertwines elements of suspense, strategy, and personal drama, leaving viewers addicted and begging for another season.
TimesLIVE
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Less raunchy and more fun with Netflix's adaptation of 'Kakegurui'
When it comes to Netflix's new show Bet, it is important to understand that it's subjectively bad. It's just another teen drama that doesn't move the genre forward in any way and doesn't bring anything in terms of its main plot that hasn't been done in local and international counterparts like Young Royals and Blood & Water. However, the series shines as an adaptation of its anime original. Alongside the 'book is better than the movie' arguments that are debated often by fans of both genres, manga (Japanese comics) and anime have had the same relationship among their fans — especially when anime adaptations water down the original content due to censorship or for marketing reasons. This was the fate of one of the original gambling manga, Yu-Gi-Oh, which was adapted for screen with its in-story monster card game rather than the wars waged over deadly parlour and board games. This brings us to Netflix's latest anime adaptation, Bet, which follows Yumeko Jabami, a childish savant who becomes fixated with gambling in her attempt to avenge her dead parents. Eclipsed by the success of One Piece, the series has big shoes to fill in what was deemed as the best anime adaptation by fans of the genre. Except One Piece was not an adaptation but a retelling. Bet shuffled a new deck of cards, and it was good. Since the popularity of shows like 2007's Gossip Girl and Pretty Little Liars (also adaptations), the teen drama genre has held onto an obsession with affluent teens and their dark, mysterious lives. While the latter two thrived thanks to unmasking lifestyles of the young and affluent or creating programmes that are a canvas for young viewers to project their wildest fantasies, their successors like Riverdale, Elite and 13 Reasons Why have not achieved the same critical and commercial success. Bet suffers from the same problem, leaning into stereotypes rather than the creative liberties taken in the anime. And while it certainly won't garner critical acclaim, it does not fail to explore the people and stories of its counterparts in a genre that has long since lost the ability to tell a riveting story. In the anime original, Yumeko has no revenge story but is something of a demonic entity with sexually charged dispositions whenever she faces an opponent. In both adaptations, the story takes place at an expensive school for the children of the 1%, where the student body has full control to gamble and learn life skills that would turn them into the sharks that their parents have become. The anime version of Yumeko is not greatly affected by the clan system that comes to define many of the characters' positions at the school, but on the surface, her wins and losses become cautionary tales about the greed that defines the affluent children she faces. The series escapes this shallow exploration and goes for a deeper exploration of the adults. Extramural activities are not highly regarded and are treated as an anecdotal hobby to gloat about. In its place, how one gambles is rewarded with much fanfare by children and adults alike. Through scholar debts and a cut-throat top 10 system, the school mirrors the real world and pushes Yumeko and others to be ruthless in their pursuit of staying above the debt line with other house pets (students who have gambled too much and owe money to the top 10). Through Yumeko and the other characters, we learn more about their parents, their time at the school, how the system has continued and the pressures on the nepo babies who will do anything to protect their problematic mothers and fathers. A commendable change is seen in their approach to the main antagonist, Kira Timurov. Named Kirari Momobami in the anime, she is cool, calm and rarely distressed by any challenge she encounters. She uses those around her for amusement rather than a grander scheme. The more human Kira is subjected to high amounts of pressure, buckling under the pressure of her ice queen exterior and runs herself into a wall countless times in an attempt to thwart Yumeko, who is the exact opposite, driven by blood lust. The clear contrasts between the two drives the divisive anime, when looking past the fan service (anime term referring to hypersexualised details of how women are drawn, speak or behave) that plagues the production. Yumeko and Kirari's love for gambling creates this fantastical world and its bizarre storylines while Bet escapes this through both characters having to understand what drives many of their friends and foes to either cheat or truly break their backs trying to earn a win. Bringing nothing spectacular to watching experiences, Bet is another superficial exploration of teen drama tropes, but shines in escaping the conventions that have made it cringeworthy.
Cosmopolitan
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Netflix's ‘Bet' Season 2: News, Details
Fans have fallen in love with Netflix's Bet overnight. The new series, which is a live-action adaptation of the manga Kakegurui, arrived on the streaming site on Thursday 15th May and received a lot of love online. "Binge watched Bet on netflix and ... unfortunately I was gagged," one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). "Watching this show Bet on Netflix and it's good as s**t," another said. There were some mixed reviews, however, with loyal anime fans feeling as though the series had strayed from the original manga. That said, the show is currently appearing in Netflix's Top 10 Most Watched, and now fans are wondering whether it will be renewed for a second season, with one writing: "Bet was top tier need season 2 now!! #BETNetflix." So, will Bet on Netflix be renewed for a second season? Here's everything we know so far. It's probably too early to say considering the show only came out on Netflix last week. The streaming site will rely on various stats, such as how many people watched it in its first week when it comes to deciding whether to renew the series. Forever on Netflix was renewed after just six days on the streaming site, with 3.7m views globally. Bet currently sits in the streaming site's Top 10 Most Watched. If it continues to draw in viewers, it's likely we could be getting that announcement sooner than later. We'll update your right here once we know more. Season one ended with Yumeko finally taking out Michael's dad, Ray, after learning that he killed her parents. Despite Yumeko achieving her main mission, her worries didn't end there. She then learned that the entire school board had a part to play in her parents' death, indicating that there could be more trouble ahead for the protagonist in season two. One would expect the young gambler to go on the run after her crimes, but given the nature of the show, it's very likely we could see her back at the school, plotting to wipe out each board member one by one. And then there's that revelation about her mother. Before he died, Ray said that Yumeko's mother is alive and that he was the only person who knew where she was. Could this form the main plot for season 2? Let's not forget the Blockchain code and Kira and Yumeko's unlikely friendship. Kira is now helping Yumeko to take down the members of the Kakegurui, including her father. While Kira is the head of the school council, her sister Riri is now the school's representative to the board, which could cause some tension between the two as they battle it out for control of the school. If the show gets picked up for another season, we'd expect the following cast members to return: With a new season, it's very likely more cast could be added to the show as well, so we'll keep our eyes peeled.
Tom's Guide
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix's new revenge thriller show has already crashed into the top 10 — but it has viewers divided
Netflix's new revenge thriller has managed to break into the platform's top 10, though it probably hasn't received the reaction the streaming service might have hoped for. The series in question is 'Bet,' a new live-action adaptation of Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura's popular manga 'Kakegurui,' which has already been adapted as an anime and a Japanese live-action series in the past. Created by 'Warrior Nun's' Simon Barry, the show is, in Barry's words, "something 'birthed' from the source material that inspired a new take — one that pays homage to it and doesn't try to replace it', and a project attempting to tap into the original's 'tone, audaciousness, and fun.' When Netflix dropped the "Bet" trailer last month, it'd be fair to say it was met with a healthy amount of skepticism, though there are clearly some curious viewers checking it out. Despite splitting opinions in early reviews, "Bet" has managed to claim the number 10 spot in Netflix's top 10 shows chart. If you're planning on checking it out, you can find more info about the new Netflix series and a quick round-up of what the streaming public has to say about 'Bet' below. The series follows Yumeko (Miku Martineau), a mysterious transfer student with an unbeatable poker face. She's starting out at St. Dominic's Prep, an elite private academy where the children of some of the most powerful people learn how to rule the world. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The school's status quo is dictated by underground gambling, and the top players get to sit on the Student Council. Yumeko's gambling skills put her in the crosshairs of that same Council, but her secret quest for revenge threatens to turn the school on its head entirely. In addition to Martineau, 'Bet' also stars Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O'Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, Ryan Sutherland, Dorian Giordano, Laura Afelskie, and Emma Elle Paterson. Opinions on "Bet" vary wildly, at present. Typically, we look to review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes for a steer on popular opinion on new releases, but right now, 'Bet' only has three accredited critics' reviews listed — but only one of those reviews is a positive take. Variety critic Aramide Tinubu said the series was 'repetitive and grows increasingly wearisome, offering new to the 'Kakegurui' fandom," offering this conclusion: 'Since the series is not quite faithful to the original manga, and the previous adaptations garnered such rave reviews, 'Bet' feels bland in comparison and completely unnecessary." At Decider, writer Joel Keller said the show is 'so busy being stylish that it forgets about the fact that there is a story that needs to be told," adding: 'there's nothing wrong with being a stylish show, but 'Bet's' concentration on style overwhelms any kind of substance, making the show a chore to watch'. However, Ready Steady Cut's Jonathan Wilson has offered a more positive spin on the series in his 3.5/5 review. 'Plenty about Bet doesn't work,' Wilson wrote, 'but it's so full of big swings and fun ideas that it's an easy, characterful binge-watch all the same.' While it doesn't have a critics rating, 'Bet' has at least earned a rating on Rotten Tomatoes' Popcornmeter. The score currently sits at 62%, drawn from fewer than 50 viewer scores. Viewer ratings on the platform oscillate wildly; I've seen more than one ½ star score and a reaction wherein a viewer called 'Bet' was 'an insult to the original anime.' On the flipside, you can find a fair few positive takes, too; there are several five-star reviews logged already, with one viewer calling it both 'a must-watch' and arguing that fans of the anime would 'definitely love this adaptation.' As with any new release, then, the best way to decide whether the new thriller deserves a spot on your watchlist is to stream 'Bet' on Netflix for yourself. You never know; this could be your favorite new watch. But if you're really not sold on 'Bet,' and now you're in between Netflix shows, we can still help you find your next watch. Check out our round-up of the best shows on Netflix for tons more streaming recommendations.
Cosmopolitan
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Bet season 2: Will Netflix's Kakegurui adaptation return? Everything we know
Fans have fallen in love with Netflix's Bet overnight. The new series, which is a live-action adaptation of the manga Kakegurui, arrived on the streaming site on Thursday 15th May and received a lot of love online. "Binge watched Bet on netflix and ... unfortunately I was gagged," one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). "Watching this show Bet on Netflix and it's good as s**t," another said. There were some mixed reviews, however, with loyal anime fans feeling as though the series had strayed from the original manga. That said, the show is currently appearing in Netflix's Top 10 Most Watched, and now fans are wondering whether it will be renewed for a second season, with one writing: "Bet was top tier need season 2 now!! #BETNetflix." So, will Bet on Netflix be renewed for a second season? Here's everything we know so far. It's probably too early to say considering the show only came out on Netflix last week. The streaming site will rely on various stats, such as how many people watched it in its first week when it comes to deciding whether to renew the series. Forever on Netflix was renewed after just six days on the streaming site, with 3.7m views globally. Bet currently sits in the streaming site's Top 10 Most Watched. If it continues to draw in viewers, it's likely we could be getting that announcement sooner than later. We'll update your right here once we know more. Season one ended with Yumeko finally taking out Michael's dad, Ray, after learning that he killed her parents. Despite, Yumeko achieving her main mission, her worries didn't end there. She then learned that the entire school board had a part to play in her parents' death, indicating that there could be more trouble ahead for the protagonist in season two. So, where does that leave Yumeko? One would expect the young gambler to go on the run after her crimes, but given the nature of the show, it's very likely we could see her back at the school, plotting to wipe out each board member one by one. And then there's that revelation about her mother. Before he died, Ray said that Yumeko's mother is alive and that he was the only person who knew where she was. Could this form the main plot for season 2? Let's not forget the Blockchain code and Kira and Yumeko's unlikely friendship. Kira is now helping Yumeko to take down the members of the Kakegurui, including her father. While Kira is the head of the school council, her sister Riri is now the school's representative to the board, which could cause some tension between the two as they battle it out for control of the school. Keep an eye on this page where we'll be sharing all the plot details for season two (if confirmed). We'd expect the following cast members to return in the second season of Bet: With a new season, it's very likely more cast could be added to the show as well, so we'll keep our eyes peeled. Bet season one is available to stream on Netflix.
