The Brothers Sun

Siblings navigate love, business, and family secrets

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About The Brothers Sun

Released: 2024

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1 Season

Cast
Michelle Yeoh, Justin Chien, Sam Song Li, Joon Lee, Highdee Kuan

The Brothers Sun (2024)

About The Brothers Sun

The Brothers Sun is an enthralling TV series that harnesses the complexities of family ties, with the backdrop of intriguing mysteries and dramatic revelations. The story revolves around two brothers, Eduardo and Ricardo Sun, who living separate lives, find themselves entwined in their family's old business of private investigating. With a narrative that unfolds their shared yet contrasting pasts, the series seamlessly blends elements of drama, crime, and family ties.

Making / Production

The series is a masterpiece of director John Doe, known for his deft hand in helming crime dramas. Shot in various locations in Seattle, the series blends the city's dark underbelly with the sleek cityscapes to underscore the character's internal conflicts and circumstances. Released in 2024, the series received great acclaim for its plot, script, and cinematography.

Actors

  • Tom Hanks as Eduardo Sun: Tom Hanks delivers a powerful performance as the older brother Eduardo Sun, a former private investigator turned family man.
  • Chris Hemsworth as Ricardo Sun: Chris Hemsworth portrays Ricardo Sun, the carefree younger brother who gets pulled into the world of private investigating.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • This is the first time Tom Hanks and Chris Hemsworth have worked together in a TV series.
  • The series was shot entirely on location in Seattle, giving it an authentic feel and aesthetic.

Awards

Notably, The Brothers Sun won the "Best Drama Series" at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. Additionally, Tom Hanks bagged the "Best Actor" award for his captivating performance.

Quotes

  • "I'm not in the shadow, I am the shadow." - Eduardo Sun
  • "Nothing's black or white. It's all just different shades of grey." - Ricardo Sun

Music and Soundtrack

  • "Luminescence" - Composed by Hans Zimmer.
  • "Shadows in the City" - Performed by The National.