A mysterious block of ice drifts off the coast of Snook’s Arm, boats are attacked, and some residents begin exhibiting concerning behaviors. The series Below deliberately maintains the mystery of what lies beneath the water for several episodes. However, it eventually provides a detailed explanation of the nature of this creature and the reasons for its arrival on the shores of Newfoundland. Available on Netflix since October 8, Below follows Calvin Penney, a fisherman portrayed by Josh Hartnett, who is trying to save his business and remain in Snook’s Arm as the village faces difficult times. The arrival of a mysterious marine creature quickly complicates matters, prompting Calvin and biologist Fonda Howander to investigate what lies in the depths. The creature in Below is a massive cephalopod, similar to a giant squid, belonging to an unknown species. It typically resides in much colder and deeper waters than those surrounding Snook’s Arm. For much of the series, strange events in the village might suggest something supernatural, but Fonda's investigation reveals these events are linked to the animal and the substances it produces. The famous "iceberg" seen offshore is directly related to the creature. It is not simply a block of ice but contains a membrane produced by the cephalopod and conceals its eggs. The creature attacks the residents of Snook’s Arm primarily when humans approach its eggs or pose a threat to them. This discovery changes Calvin's perception of the animal, as he realizes it is trying to protect its young. This parallels Calvin's own efforts to preserve his family, his business, and his place in Snook’s Arm, as the village's gradual decline becomes increasingly difficult to avoid. The creature's arrival near Terre-Neuve is attributed to environmental changes. This species normally inhabits the cold Arctic waters, but warming temperatures have pushed it southward. However, the waters around Snook’s Arm are too warm for its eggs to develop properly. The creature is searching for a new location to reproduce, mirroring the challenges faced by the village's residents, who are also dealing with environmental changes and the possibility of having to leave their ancestral home. Once Calvin understands the true situation, he decides against killing the cephalopod. Instead, he chooses to relocate its nest to deeper and colder waters where its eggs have a better chance of survival. The final scenes show many blocks of ice appearing offshore, which take on new significance after Calvin's realization, highlighting the ongoing environmental changes that brought the creature to Snook’s Arm. Below uses its creature not merely as a source of fear but as a symbol of an animal displaced by habitat changes, mirroring Calvin's own struggle to find a place where his family can continue to live.