Beasts is an American TV series based on the Australian film Animal Kingdom. The plot revolves around the Cody family, a crime family based in Southern California. They make a living from a variety of illegal activities, including theft, drug dealing and other forms of crime.
The head of the family is Janine "Smurf" Cody, a smart and cunning woman who is skilled at planning crimes and maneuvering her four grown sons. The sons are: Pope, a violent but mentally unstable man; Craig, a fun-loving naked prairie man; Deran, a man who owns his own beach bar;
The story revolves around power struggles within the family, unstable relationships and their game with the police. At the same time, the personal problems and emotional struggles of the family members are also revealed in the play, which makes the image of this crime family more plump.
Received by audiences and critics alike, the drama Beasts is well-received by audiences and critics alike for its tight plot and deep characterization, which showcases the darkness and complexity of a crime family. Over multiple seasons, viewers witness characters grow, conflict, and transform, making the series stand out in the crime drama genre.