Netflix’s list of thrillers has grown significantly in the last couple of years, and it does not look like the streaming giant has any plans to slow down. But recently, it dazzled its Spanish audience with an adaptation of a 2009 film, The Widows of Thursday. While the new limited series, Thursday’s Widows immediately caught people’s attention. Some could not help but notice that the storyline coincided with that of the original film.

Apart from the 14-year gap between the film and the series, they share more than just a storyline. From the deaths of rich men to their wives’ Thursday club, no matter which one you watch, you will surely be glued to the edge of your seats. Though both have major similarities throughout their time on air, the subtle differences and changes that Netflix brought to the table may have strayed a bit from the film.

How similar are Thursday’s Widows and The Widows of Thursday?

On Thursday, September 14th, Netflix released its adaptation of the eponymous novel, Thursday Night Widows, by the author, Claudia Piñeiro. While it may not have been the first adaptation, it gained major attention. But once viewers saw the six-episode limited series, it was hard to miss their similarities. From having the show, Thursday’s Widows, follow the same characters as in The Widows of Thursday to the mystery surrounding the death of three rich men, it was no surprise that the similarities can jump off a page. But as always, there was also quite a big difference between a two-hour film and the 6-episode long mini-series.

Both adaptations of Claudia Piñeiro’s work share the same characters and plotline of a wife coming home to find her husband and his friends dead. The 2009 film focused more on using its source material as a bible. However, Netflix took a more dramatized approach nearly 14 years later with their dramatization of the story, an approach similarly taken in the case of Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story as well which even displeased many viewers. 

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Apart from bringing more of the character’s backstory to light, the streaming giant also added some rather famous names to its cast and crew. And they also ended up teasing viewers with a trailer that just got them more hooked.

Netflix’s version may have more mystery and suspense

After hooking fans with a teaser a few weeks ago, Thursday’s Widows, whose original name is Las viudas de los Jueves, was added to the platform shortly after the surrounding hype had intensified. While it was already common knowledge that the plot line was similar to The Widows of Thursday, the trailer ended up revealing more about the characters involved and hinted at a mystery to keep people strapped in.

From a casual night of fun and enjoyment, viewers end up seeing three murders, three widows, a hunt for the truth, and many secrets that come unraveled. And with every episode, there has been significantly more to be found out. So if you have not seen it yet, this might be the time to check it out and share what you think.

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Have you seen either Thursday’s Widows yet? Do you think it is the exact replica of The Widows of Thursday? Or is it different from the film? Let us know what you think in the comments below.