The Believers (TV series)

The Believers
GenreCrime drama
Created byAummaraporn Phandintong
Written by
  • Aummaraporn Phandintong
  • Watcharapol Paksri
  • Asamaporn Samakphan
  • Perapat Rukngam
  • Jiraporn Sae-lee
Story byWattanapong Wongwan
Directed byWattanapong Wongwan
Starring
Country of originThailand
Original languageThai
No. of series1
No. of episodes9
Production
Producers
  • Chanajai Tonsaithong
  • Somprasong Srikrajang
Cinematography
  • Kittiwat Semarat (Director of Photography)
  • Krisanapol Somnuke (Director of Photography)
Editors
  • Paradorn Vesurai
  • Teerapong Limthongchai
Running time37–59 minutes
Production companies
  • Joy Luck Club Film House
  • Deluxe Production
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseMarch 27, 2024 (2024-03-27) –
present (present)

The Believers (Thai: สาธุ) is a Thai crime drama television series. The series became available worldwide on Netflix on 27 March 2024.[1][2][3][4] In May 2024, the series was renewed for a second season.[5]

Premise

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Following the failure of their start-up business, three entrepreneurs exploit the generously funded but loosely regulated system of donations to Buddhist temples.[4]

Cast

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Guest Starring

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Production

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The Believers is created by Aummaraporn Phandintong and had the original title Sathu.[3] It is produced by Joy Luck Club Film House and Deluxe Production.[6]

The series is directed by Wattanapong Wongwan. The cast includes Teeradon Supapunpinyo, Achiraya Nitibhon, Paopetch Charoensook and Pachara Chirathivat.[2][7]

Episodes

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No.TitleOriginal release date
1"To live is to want"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
2"Good deeds"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
3"We found you lost"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
4"The joy of giving"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
5"Fallen"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
6"Beelievers"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
7"Empty promises"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
8"Miracles only happen to those who believe in them"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)
9"The eternal wheel"March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)

Original soundtrack

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  • "สาธุ (SAA-TUU)" by MILLI ft. TangBadVoice[8]

References

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  1. ^ "Believers, Beverly Hills and 'Bad Dinosaurs': new on Netflix". Malaysia Today. 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  2. ^ a b "The Believers: See what we know so far about Thai crime thriller series' release date, plot, cast and more". The Economic Times. 27 February 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  3. ^ a b ""The Believers", a Thai dramatic thriller, arrives on Netflix on March 27, 2024, blending drama and suspense around a daring scam". Sortiraparis. 18 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  4. ^ a b Harrison, Phil (22 March 2024). "Renegade Nell to A Gentleman in Moscow: the seven best shows to stream this week". The Guardian. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  5. ^ "Keep the Faith: 'The Believers' Returns for Season 2". Netflix. 9 May 2024.
  6. ^ Frater, Patrick (1 February 2024). "Netflix Bulks Up Southeast Asia Originals, Chinese-Language Production Slate". Variety. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  7. ^ Shivakumar, Visvetch (8 March 2024). "The Believers' aka 'Sathu' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and how to stream Netflix's Thai drama series". meaww.com. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  8. ^ "เฉลยแล้ว! เพลง 'สาธุ (SAA-TUU)' ของ MILLI Feat. TangBadVoice ร้องว่า 'แซลมอน-มันเทศ' จริงเหรอ?". atime.live (in Thai). 4 April 2024. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
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