2020 Japanese science fiction thriller drama
"Alice in Borderland" is a Japanese science fiction thriller TV series based on a manga of the same name by Haro Aso. The series was first released on Netflix in 2020. It is set in Tokyo and follows the story of a young man named Ryohei Arisu and his friends as they find themselves trapped in a strange, abandoned version of Tokyo where they must participate in deadly games to survive.
As they navigate this surreal and perilous world, they encounter various challenges, puzzles, and adversaries, all while searching for a way to return to the real world. The series delves into themes of survival, morality, and the consequences of one's choices in high-stakes situations. "Alice in Borderland" is known for its intense action, suspenseful storytelling, and character development as the protagonists confront their fears and confront their pasts while striving to stay alive in this twisted and mysterious alternate reality.