How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast): English Dub Shenanigans - A Hilarious High Seas Adventure (of Dubbing Mishaps)
Ah, How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast). The German dark comedy that took Netflix by storm. But what about those of us who, let's say, struggled a teensy bit with the subtitles whizzing by faster than a rogue ecstasy pill at a rave? Fear not, subtitle-averse comrades, for there was an English dub! Except... well, it wasn't exactly "smooth sailing" across the audio seas.
From Accents to Accidents: A Dub From the Upside Down
The original dub, bless its heart, went for a British accent across the board. Now, there's nothing wrong with a bit of posh English lilt, but for a bunch of German teenagers, it landed about as realistically as a talking hamster. Imagine Moritz, our lovesick protagonist, trying to impress his ex with a Shakespearean sonnet about MDMA in a voice that sounds like he just graduated from Oxford. Hilarious, sure, but not exactly what the show was going for.
The Great Dub Flop: When Netflix Said "Auf Wiedersehen"
The internet, that ever-watchful beast, did not take kindly to this. Memes sprouted like rogue mushrooms after a rainstorm. Reviews likened the dub to a fever dream fueled by questionable voice acting choices. Netflix, perhaps realizing they'd accidentally created a bizarre comedy goldmine instead of a faithful translation, quietly removed the dub.
But wait! There's a happy ending (sort of). Netflix, with their tails metaphorically between their legs, commissioned a new dub. This glorious phoenix rose from the ashes, this time with American accents (much more believable for high school drug lords, honestly).
So, Should You Watch the Dub?
Absolutely! The new dub is a perfectly serviceable way to enjoy the show. But if you're feeling adventurous, try watching an episode with the original dub first. It's an experience, let's just say. You might even find yourself missing the "charmingly misplaced" British accents.
Remember, kids: Don't try selling drugs online (fast or slow). But definitely watch How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast), preferably with subtitles or the new dub. You'll thank me later (or maybe not, depending on your taste in dubs).
