Netflix Officially Replaces ‘Adolescence’ With a 7-Part Masterpiece Miniseries

Netflix is developing *East of Eden*, a seven-part adaptation of John Steinbeck’s novel, which the article presents as a potential successor to breakout miniseries such as *Adolescence*. Created by Zoe Kazan, the series aims to tell the whole family saga and reconsider the perspective on Cathy Ames, a character often portrayed as purely evil.

The story follows the Trask family across generations, from the late 19th century to the First World War. Several actors play brothers Adam and Charles at different ages, while Florence Pugh portrays Cathy; the article highlights the brothers’ relationship and the series’ attention to Cathy’s background. The supplied text ends partway through its discussion of her story.