The Oa

A mystery series with fantasy elements, The OA presents one of Netflix Original's  most inventive premises. Prairie Johnson returns to her family seven years after her disappearance, no longer blind, with scars on her back, and named 'OA'. It's clear that something strange and terrible happened during that time, but rather than tell the FBI, Prairie assembles a group of high school students to reveal her story to. Each night, she continues her tale, exhibiting the classic signs of an unreliable narrator. During the day, they work to verify her outrageous claims. The OA's compelling dynamic pulls viewers in with great acting, suspense, and constant twists. You'll find yourself questioning if the show is fantasy, or just the story of a crazy young woman, and whether that even matters. Dramatic visuals and chilling moments are brought to life as Prairie narrates, demanding an emotional response as the beautiful score accompanies her.

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