The story is set ten years after "The Great Crumble"—a societal collapse caused by a viral pandemic known as "The Sick." Simultaneously, "hybrid" children—babies born part human and part animal—began to appear. Unsure if hybrids caused the virus or were a result of it, many humans fear and hunt them.
The narrative follows (Christian Convery), a sheltered 10-year-old deer-hybrid boy living in the woods with his father. After his father's death, Gus leaves his home to find his mother in Colorado. He is joined by a lonely wanderer named Tommy Jepperd (Nonso Anozie), whom Gus calls "Big Man." Together, they navigate a dangerous world while evading the "Last Men," a militia dedicated to capturing hybrids. 4. Key Characters The story is set ten years after "The
A doctor desperately searching for a cure for "The Sick" to save his infected wife. After his father's death, Gus leaves his home
Sweet Tooth is a post-apocalyptic fantasy drama series developed by Jim Mickle, based on the comic book series of the same name by Jeff Lemire. Produced by Team Downey (Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr.), the first season premiered on Netflix on June 4, 2021. The show gained significant acclaim for its unique "fairytale-meets-dystopia" aesthetic and its timely exploration of a world gripped by a mysterious pandemic. 2. Technical Specifications & Production June 4, 2021 Platform: Netflix Key Characters A doctor desperately searching for a
A former therapist who creates a "Preserve" for hybrid children in a city zoo.
The series contrasts the cynicism of the adult world with Gus's unwavering innocence.
A naive, optimistic deer-hybrid searching for his identity.