Eric Bana Leads Netflix Thriller Untamed: Release Date, Cast, Plot & More

July 16, 2025: Netflix is dropping a gripping new mystery thriller, Untamed, on July 17 — and it’s already generating buzz as a must-watch limited series. Starring Eric Bana, the six-episode show centers on a National Parks special agent who uncovers chilling secrets buried deep within the wilderness.

What is Untamed about?
Eric Bana stars as Kyle Turner, a special agent for the National Park Service Investigative Services Branch. His job is to uphold human law in nature’s most remote landscapes. When a brutal death occurs in Yosemite National Park, Turner’s investigation sets him on a collision course with both buried secrets in the park and in his own haunted past.

How many episodes are in Season 1?
Untamed consists of six tightly plotted episodes — perfect for a quick binge.

Is Season 2 of Untamed happening?
No official word yet from Netflix on a second season. However, fan interest and strong cast performances could influence a renewal decision.

Meet the Cast of Untamed

  • Eric Bana (Kyle Turner): Known for Munich, Troy, and Black Hawk Down, Bana plays the lead as a park agent grappling with more than just a murder investigation.
  • Lily Santiago (Naya Vasquez): A former LA cop and the newest Yosemite ranger, Naya is adjusting to a very different world while raising her young son.
  • Rosemarie DeWitt (Jill Bodwin): Turner’s ex-wife and a former teacher who remains emotionally connected to him.
  • Sam Neill (Paul Souter): The veteran chief ranger of Yosemite and Turner’s longtime friend. Neill brings gravitas from past roles in Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders.
  • Wilson Bethel (Shane Maguire): A reclusive former Army Ranger now serving as Wildlife Management Officer. Known for Hart of Dixie and All Rise.
  • William Smillie (Bruce Milch): A grizzled Yosemite ranger with a bad attitude and a grudge against Turner.
  • Nicola Correia-Damude (Esther Avalos): Seen in Resident Alien, she brings a strong supporting presence to the ranger team.
  • Zak Santiago (Chuck Edmond): Known from Signed, Sealed, Delivered and Virgin River, Santiago plays a character embedded in the park’s daily operations.

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When and where can I watch Untamed?
Untamed premieres Thursday, July 17, and will stream exclusively on Netflix.

Is there a trailer or sneak peek?
Yes, both a trailer and exclusive sneak peek are available to give viewers a taste of the suspense and intensity to come.

Whether you’re in it for the rugged wilderness, a psychological mystery, or Eric Bana’s commanding performance, Untamed promises to be one of Netflix’s top new thrillers this year.

Srishty Mishra

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