# Josh Hartnett on Below Success

> Josh Hartnett discusses his Netflix series Below's record-breaking success and the car accident that nearly halted production.
- Title: Josh Hartnett on Below Success · The Hollywood Reporter
- Summary: Josh Hartnett discusses his Netflix series Below's record-breaking success and the car accident that nearly halted production. Josh Hartnett's Netflix series…
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- Source: The Hollywood Reporter — https://hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/josh-hartnett-below-interview-widows-bay-car-crash-season-2-1236730830
- Author: Tony Maglio
- Published: 2026-10-20T19:31:32+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: josh hartnett, below, netflix, season 2, car accident, widdow bay
## Below's Viewership
Below reeled in 21.2 million views in its first full week, the streamer's most ever for a Canadian original title.
## Hartnett's Role
Hartnett plays local fisherman Calvin Penney in the Newfoundland-set series, which stars with Charlie Heaton and one giant squid.
## Car Accident Impact
A car accident nearly derailed season two production, prompting Hartnett to discuss his successful breakaway from teen idol days.
## Key takeaway

Josh Hartnett's Netflix series Below achieved 21.2 million views in its first full week, surpassing expectations after a car accident nearly derailed season two.