Netflix has a reputation for canceling shows, but sometimes it gives beloved series a proper send-off with a movie. That's the case for Sintonia, the Brazilian crime drama that wrapped its five-season run in 2025. Now, the streamer is revisiting the story with a new film centered on one of its most complex characters.
Nando Between Two Worlds picks up five years after the events of the series. Nando, played by Christian Malheiros, has become a major player in the criminal underworld and now lives in Serbia. But his estranged daughter, Brunhina, rebels and runs away, forcing Nando to return to Brazil and confront the life he left behind.
The film explores Nando's struggle as he's drawn back into the criminal organization he once championed. With his priorities shifted, he must choose between his family and the life of crime that defined his youth. It's a classic dilemma, but with the gritty realism that made Sintonia a fan favorite.
Sintonia premiered in 2019 and followed three friends from São Paulo's periphery—Nando, Rita, and Doni—as they navigated the intersecting worlds of crime, music, and religion. The show became Netflix's longest-running Brazilian series, earning a 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics who reviewed it were also positive, though it never received widespread critical attention.
The film's release is a rare second chance for a series that already concluded. Netflix has done this before with shows like Sense8 and The Last Kingdom, but Sintonia's return feels particularly special given its cultural impact. For fans of underrated Netflix action gems, this is a must-watch.
As Nando navigates his return, the film also touches on themes of fatherhood, redemption, and the inescapable pull of one's past. It's a story that resonates beyond the crime genre, offering a character-driven narrative that will appeal to both longtime viewers and newcomers.
If you're looking for more international crime dramas, Sintonia is a great starting point. And with the film arriving on August 13, there's no better time to catch up on the series. For those who enjoy crime stories with a twist, this is one to mark on your calendar.
Will Nando break the cycle or get pulled back in? Find out when Nando Between Two Worlds premieres on Netflix on Wednesday, August 13. Stay tuned for more updates.
