Inspired by the book Spotify Untold by Sven Carlsson and Jonas Leijonhufvud, The Playlist on Netflix is a docu-drama about the origins of Spotify. The series is a fictional retelling of events that led Swedish tech entrepreneur Daniel Ek and his business partner Martin Lorentzon to plan and execute a legal music streaming service, a platform that would change the music industry forever.
Where to Watch The Playlist
Good news! You and your family can enjoy not only The Playlist but everything Netflix has to offer. With Netflix, there are no extra costs and no contracts. Watch from your smartphone, tablet, smart TV, laptop, or streaming device. Plans range from $6.99 to $19.99 a month, making it easy to pick an option that gives you access to hit TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more.
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How Many Episodes Are in The Playlist?
There are six episodes in The Playlist. The runtime of episodes averages between 46-56 minutes. You can check the complete list of The Playlist episodes and their release date below.
- “The Vision”: October 13, 2022
- “The Industry”: October 13, 2022
- “The Law”: October 13, 2022
- “The Coder”: October 13, 2022
- “The Partner”: October 13, 2022
- “The Artist”: October 13, 2022
What Are the Critics Saying About The Playlist?
The Playlist has an official critics rating of 100% and an average audience score of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Debi Enker from The Age (Australia) writes, “While modernist in its methods, the series smoothly and intelligently weaves its stories into an enlightening whole, forming a vivid impression of life at the heady frontlines of the bloodless digital revolution.”
The Guardian’s Stuart Heritage says, “All in all, The Playlist is a worthy exercise about how much the tech industry loves to corrupt good intentions. I can’t wait for the series Netflix makes about itself.”
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Is The Playlist Suitable for Kids?
The Playlist is rated TV-MA, which means it is meant for viewing by mature audiences only. The content material is not suitable for children under 17.
How Can I Watch The Playlist in Its Original Language?
The Playlist is originally in Swedish. To watch The Playlist in its original language, set language settings to Swedish with English subtitles from the menu options of your streaming device.
