Although the series is meant to entertain, there is a political edge to the series' "anti-system."

The action genre used to be considered shallow and superficial, but here skepticism towards governments, central banks, and the system are combined with an entertaining narrative.

Money Heist is part of a wave of Spanish dramas that have commanded large international audiences in recent years.

Money Heist is the single most-watched series in countries including France, Italy, Argentina, and Brazil; 34 million households watched the third series in its first week...