Here are some of the best shows currently on Netflix, based on recent rankings and critical acclaim:
- Black Doves : A smart, fast-paced espionage thriller starring Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw, praised for its fresh take on spy genre tropes
- The Madness : A twisty political thriller featuring Colman Domingo as a CNN anchor framed for murder, noted for its ideological depth and suspense
- Squid Game : The global Korean hit about deadly survival games, combining brutal action with strong character development; Season 2 is out
- Russian Doll : A darkly comedic time-loop series starring Natasha Lyonne, known for its witty and melancholic tone
- The Good Place : A philosophical comedy about the afterlife with Kristen Bell and Ted Danson, celebrated for its originality and humor
- Ozark : A crime drama about money laundering and cartel entanglements, often compared to Breaking Bad, starring Jason Bateman
- The Witcher : Fantasy series starring Henry Cavill as monster hunter Geralt, blending fairytale and gothic horror elements
- The Queen's Gambit : A chess-centered drama about a prodigy battling addiction, acclaimed for its stylish storytelling and performances
- Sense8 : A sci-fi drama about eight mentally linked people around the world, noted for diversity and emotional storytelling
- Dark : A German sci-fi thriller involving time travel and complex mysteries, praised for its sophistication and mind-bending plot
Other notable mentions include Narcos , Lupin , How to Get Away With Murder , and Better Call Saul , all highly binge-worthy
. For a broader list, Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb also rank many of these and other top Netflix series as the best to watch right now
. These shows represent a mix of genres and styles, ensuring there's something compelling for every viewer on Netflix in 2025.
