The Best Original Series on Netflix to Stream Now

Mar. 15, 2025

Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano on ‘No Good Deed’.Photo:SAEED ADYANI/Netflix

SAEED ADYANI/Netflix

Some Netflix series are short and sweet, with only one or two seasons. Others span several seasons and call for a lengthy viewing time. You can watch established actors or get acquainted with up-and-coming stars, too. Whether you’re looking for something to sink your teeth into or a funny show to keep you laughing, there’s a series for everyone.

Here’s a list of the best original series on Netflix to add to your watch list ASAP.

No Good Deed

Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano on ‘No Good Deed’.Courtesy of Netflix

Courtesy of Netflix

WatchNo Good Deedon Netflix

Black Doves

Keira Knightly on ‘Black Doves’.Netflix

Netflix

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A Man on the Inside

Ted Danson on ‘Man on the Inside’.Colleen E. Hayes/Netflix

Colleen E. Hayes/Netflix

From the creator ofThe Good PlacecomesA Man on the Inside, a new comedy series starringTed Dansonas Charles — a retired professor who’s trapped in the doldrums of grief and routine after losing his wife a year prior. Seeking a spark of purpose, he answers an ad for an investigative assistant and is tasked with going undercover in a retirement home to crack the case of a stolen family heirloom.

WatchA Man on the Insideon Netflix

Squid Game

Lee Jung-jae on ‘Squid Game’.No Ju-han/Netflix

No Ju-han/Netflix

WatchSquid Gameon Netflix

Virgin River

Alexandra Breckenridge and Martin Henderson on ‘Virgin River’.Netflix

WatchVirgin Riveron Netflix

The Night Agent

Gabriel Basso on ‘The Night Agent’.Christopher Saunders/Netflix

Christopher Saunders/Netflix

WatchThe Night Agenton Netflix

XO, Kitty

Anna Cathcart and Noah Centineo on ‘XO, Kitty’.Park Young-Sol/Netflix

Park Young-Sol/Netflix

Kitty (Anna Cathcart) watched her sister Lara Jean (Lana Candor) fall head over heels for Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo), and now it’s her turn to take a shot at love. Based onJenny Han’sTo All the Boys I Loved Beforefranchise, this spinoff series focuses on the optimistic teen as she moves across the world to attend the same boarding school her late mom went to and be with her long-distance boyfriend Dae (Minyeong Choi). However, upon arrival, she quickly learns her plan isn’t as perfect as she thought. Watch Kitty continue her journey in season 2, which premieres on Jan. 16.

WatchXO, Kittyon Netflix

Nobody Wants This

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody on ‘Nobody Wants This’.Stefania Rosini/Netflix

Stefania Rosini/Netflix

OnNetflix’s modern rom-com series, thirtysomething podcast host Joanne (Kristen Bell) isn’t exactly a role model for healthy relationships. But when she meets Noah Roklov (Adam Brody), a Jewish rabbi, love turns her perspective around — despite all the surface-level reasons they shouldn’t work on paper.

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Heartstopper

Kit Connor and Joe Locke on ‘Heartstopper’.Samuel Dore/Netflix

Samuel Dore/Netflix

As Alice Oseman’s signature pastel-colored leaves fall on the screen, so does the heart of the soft-spoken, music-loving Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) — Trunham Grammar School for Boys' only out gay student — who finds himself deeply drawn to Nick Nelson (Kit Connor).Heartstopperdelivers an adorably innocent and poignant queer love story, earning its place as a shining gem in Netflix’s sweeping roster of romance series.The show’s third seasonis ready to binge.

WatchHeartstopperon Netflix

Outer Banks

Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline on ‘Outer Banks’.Jackson Lee Davis/Netflix

Jackson Lee Davis/Netflix

StarringChase Stokes,Madelyn ClineandMadison Bailey, this teen mystery follows two divergent groups of teens — the privileged “Kooks” and the working-class “Pogues” — who live on the Outer Banks of North Carolina as they try to uncover the mystery of John B’s (Stokes) missing father.Both parts of season 4are available to stream now.

WatchOuter Bankson Netflix

The Perfect Couple

Ishaan Khattar and Meghann Fahy in ‘The Perfect Couple’.Seacia Pavao/Netflix

Seacia Pavao/Netflix

In this six-part limited series,Nicole Kidmanstars as the matriarch of Nantucket’s high-society Winbury family. Just before her son Benji (Billy Howle) walks down the aisle, a dead body shows up on the beach — and, this time, their wealth and status aren’t enough to sweep this scandal under the rug. Based on Elin Hilderbrand’s novel,The Perfect Couplefeatures performances from Kidman, Howle,Liev Schreiber,Dakota Fanning,Eve HewsonandMeghann Fahy, among others.

WatchThe Perfect Coupleon Netflix

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menéndez Story

From left: Nicholas Chavez, Chloë Sevingy, Javier Bardem and Cooper Koch in ‘Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menéndez Story’.Courtesy Of Netflix

Courtesy Of Netflix

In the second installment ofRyan Murphy’sMonsteranthology series, viewers are introduced to the notorious and complex case of theMenéndez brothers, Lyle (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) and Erik (Cooper Koch) — who were convicted and sentenced to life in prison forthe 1989 murder of their parents, José (Javier Bardem) and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez (Chloë Sevigny). But while the prosecution aimed to portray the siblings as money-hungry killers, the brothers' defense revealed a darker, more disturbing family history.

WatchMonsters: The Lyle and Erik Menéndez Storyon Netflix

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder

Emma Myers on ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’.Courtesy of Netflix

WatchA Good Girl’s Guide to Murderon Netflix

The Umbrella Academy

Emmy Raver-Lampman, Elliot Page and Tom Hopper on ‘The Umbrella Academy’.Christos Kalohoridis/Netflix

Christos Kalohoridis/Netflix

WatchThe Umbrella Academyon Netflix

Emily in Paris

Lily Collins and Lucas Bravo on ‘Emily in Paris’.Stephanie Branchu/Netflix

Stephanie Branchu/Netflix

Marketing executive Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) is sent to work at her company’s Paris branch in this2020 hit. The fashion-infused show follows Emily as she navigates friendships, new romantic interests and plenty of career hijinks. The first four seasons are available to stream, witha fifth one officially coming.

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Cobra Kai

From left: Gianni DeCenzo, Jacob Bertrand, Tanner Buchanan and Xolo Maridueña on ‘Cobra Kai’.Curtis Bonds Baker/Netflix

Curtis Bonds Baker/Netflix

Strike first, strike hard, no mercy! Taking place three decades afterthe originalKarate Kidfilms,Cobra Kaifinds the former rivals Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) as senseis of their own dojos, where a new wave of students join their old-age beef.The first two parts of the sixth/final seasonhit Netflix already, with the grand finale coming in 2025.

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Bridgerton

Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton on ‘Bridgerton’.Liam Daniel/Netflix

Liam Daniel/Netflix

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Ripley

Andrew Scott on ‘Ripley’.Netflix

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3 Body Problem

From left: Liam Cunningham, Jess Hong and Sea Shimooka on ‘3 Body Problem’.Ed Miller/Netflix

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The Gentlemen

Theo James and Stephane Fichet on ‘The Gentlemen’.Christopher Rafael/Netflix

Christopher Rafael/Netflix

WatchThe Gentlemenon Netflix

Young Royals

Edvin Ryding as Wilhelm on ‘Young Royals’.Courtesy of Netflix

When an online scandal forces Prince Wilhelm of Sweden (Edvin Ryding) to attend the prestigious Hillerska boarding school, the last thing the young royal wants is to attract more attention to himself. However, when he falls for scholarship student Simon (Omar Rudberg) amidst prying eyes, he faces a pivotal crossroads: uphold the monarchy’s traditions or embrace his most authentic self. Catch up on all three seasons now.

WatchYoung Royalson Netflix

Avatar the Last Airbender

Kiawentiio, Gordon Cormier and Ian Ousley on ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’.Robert Falconer/Netflix

Robert Falconer/Netflix

In a bid to redeem the beloved comic book series from the critically-panned live-action film adaptation, Netflix is venturing intoa fresh reimagining ofAvatar: The Last Airbender. Join Aang (Gordon Cormier) and his companions Katara (Kiawentiio) and Sokka (Ian Ousley) as they exercise their respective elemental powers and make ready to confront the cold-blooded leader of the Fire Nation, Fire Lord Ozai (Daniel Dae Kim).

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One Day

Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall on ‘One Day’.Netflix

Originally adapted into the 2011 film starringAnne Hathawayand Jim Sturgess, David Nicholls’s worldwide best-selling novel isnow getting a new life with a 14-episode British series. After Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) and Dexter Mayhew (Leo Woodall) part ways after their first encounter on the night of their 1988 graduation, the pair find themselves drawn back to each other on the same date every year, unveiling small glimpses of a decades-lasting (and ever-evolving) relationship.

WatchOne Dayon Netflix

The Vince Staples Show

Kareem Grimes and Vince Staples on ‘The Vince Staples Show’.Courtesy of Netflix

WatchThe Vince Staples Showon Netflix

Griselda

Sofía Vergara on ‘Griselda’.Courtesy of Netflix

This six-part miniseries follows the rise and fall ofGriselda Blanco, a Colombian drug queenpin whosoared to immense wealth amid the Miami drug tradeduring the ’70s and ’80s.Sofía Vergaranot only produces but also delivers an Emmy-nominated performance as the titular role, echoing the same ruthless ferocity that earned Griselda the moniker “Black Widow.”

WatchGriseldaon Netflix

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off

‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’.Netflix

WatchScott Pilgrim Takes Offon Netflix

The Crown

Rufus Kampa, Dominic West and Fflyn Edwards in season 6 of ‘The Crown’.Keith Bernstein/Netflix

Keith Bernstein/Netflix

With an impressive cast of some of Britain’s best actors, includingClaire Foy,Olivia ColmanandMatt Smith,The Crownhas been capturing our attention since it premiered in 2016; and we were saddened to bid it farewell withits sixth and final season(which was nominated for 18 Emmys) at the end of 2023. The show chronicles the life of the lateQueen Elizabeth IIfrom her ascension to modern times, looking at the most dramatic moments of the royal family’s public (and private) lives.

WatchThe Crownon Netflix

One Piece

The cast of ‘One Piece’.Casey Crafford/Netflix

Casey Crafford/Netflix

WatchOne Pieceon Netflix

Sweet Magnolias

JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott and Heather Headley on ‘Sweet Magnolias’.Courtesy of Netflix

This sweet seriesfollows a group of three lifelong friends (JoAnna Garcia Swisher,Brooke ElliottandHeather Headley) living in small-town Serenity, S.C. The trio’s relationships ebb and flow as they juggle friendship, family and careers. Costars includeJamie Lynn Spears,Justin BrueningandChris Klein.

WatchSweet Magnoliason Netflix

Never Have I Ever

Darren Barnet and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan on ‘Never Have I Ever’.Lara Solanki/Netflix

Lara Solanki/Netflix

The teenage rom-com hitNever Have I Evercomes fromMindy Kalingand starsMaitreyi Ramakrishnan,Darren BarnetandPoorna Jagannathan. Devi (Ramakrishnan) is a first-generation Indian American teenager who wants to become more popular at school, so she defies the ways her friends and family have held her back.All four seasons are available to stream now.

WatchNever Have I Everon Netflix

The Witcher

Henry Cavill on ‘The Witcher’.Netflix

Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill) is a magical monster hunter, known as a “witcher,” struggling to find his place in the world in this fantasy drama series. Along the way, he solves mysteries and follows adventures leading to his destiny. In 2022, it was announced thatLiam Hemsworthwill take over as Geralt in season 4after Cavill’s departure. Season 3, featuringCavill’s final episodesas the title role,is streaming in full.

WatchThe Witcheron Netflix

Beef

Steven Yeun and Ali Wong on ‘Beef’.Courtesy of Netflix

In this Emmy Award-winning dramedy anthology series,Ali WongandSteven Yeunstar as two spiteful strangers who meet during a fit of road rage. Unable to let go of their vehicle face-off, the rivals go to drastic lengths to inflict harm on the other and fulfill their hunger for revenge.

WatchBeefon Netflix

Wednesday

Jenna Ortega on ‘Wednesday’.Courtesy of Netflix

WatchWednesdayon Netflix

Ozark

Laura Linney and Jason Bateman on ‘Ozark’.Courtesy Of Netflix

The final season of this crime drama was released in 2022. Financial planner Marty (Jason Bateman) relocates his family to the Ozarks of central Missouri to escape the consequences of a money laundering scheme gone wrong.Ozarkalso starsLaura Linney,Julia Garnerand Sofia Hublitz.

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Stranger Things

WatchStranger Thingson Netflix

The Queen’s Gambit

Lous Serkis and Anya Taylor-Joy on ‘The Queen’s Gambit’.PHIL BRAY/NETFLIX

WhenThe Queen’s Gambitwas released in 2020, it left fans anxiously waiting for afollow-upseason. Set during the Cold War, this adaptation follows orphaned chess prodigy Beth Harmon (Anya Taylor-Joy), who faces addiction while competing against world-renowned players.

WatchThe Queen’s Gambiton Netflix

House of Cards

Robin Wright (center) on ‘House of Cards’.Netflix

This early Netflix original starsRobin Wright,Kate Mara,Rachel Brosnahanand more. The political saga chronicles high-ranking politicians making their way through the U.S. government — with plenty of drama along the way.

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You

Penn Badgley (right) on ‘You’.Netflix

Thispsychological thrillerstarringPenn Badgleywas an instant hit for Netflix in 2018. Badgley plays Joe Goldberg, a bookstore manager who turns his intense crushes into sinister relationships through social media stalking and dark obsession. Theupcoming fifth seasonwill be the series’ last.

WatchYouon Netflix

Big Mouth

‘Big Mouth’.Courtesy of Netflix

WatchBig Mouthon Netflix

BoJack Horseman

‘BoJack Horseman’.Netflix

Another cartoon made with adults in mind, this absurdist comedy about mental health, addiction and trauma has been a hit since its premiere in 2014. BoJack Horseman (Will Arnett) is a humanoid horse and once-beloved sitcom star. With support from human pal Diane (Alison Brie), roommate Todd (Aaron Paul), agent Princess Carolyn (Amy Sedaris) and former rival Mr. Peanutbutter (Paul F. Tompkins), BoJack attempts to revive his career and fix his reputation.

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Russian Doll

Natasha Lyonne on ‘Russian Doll’.Courtesy of Netflix

This comedy-drama series stars co-creatorNatasha Lyonneas Nadia, a young woman in New York City who gets caught in a mysterious time loop on her 36th birthday.Season 2follows Nadia as she uncovers family secrets and unravels her relationship with her mother (Chloë Sevigny).Russian Dollalso starsCharlie Barnett,Greta Leeand Elizabeth Ashley.

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Dear White People

The cast of ‘Dear White People’.Netflix

Based on the 2014 film of the same name, this series follows a group of Black students at the predominantly white Ivy League school Winchester University. The students deal with social injustice, politics and racism, using humor and irony to interrogate these real-life issues.Logan Browning, Brandon P. Bell, DeRon Horton andAshley Blaine Feathersonstar.

WatchDear White Peopleon Netflix

Narcos

‘Narcos’.Netflix

This American-Colombian crime drama is about the rise of cocaine trade in 1980s Colombia. With a focus on drug lordPablo Escobar(Wagner Moura) and his circles,Narcosdramatizes real-life conflicts and government attempts to control cocaine. Costars includePedro Pascal,Boyd Holbrookand Paulina Gaitán.

WatchNarcoson Netflix

Orange Is the New Black

Taylor Schilling (center) on ‘Orange Is the New Black’.Netflix

Based onPiper Kerman’s memoir of the same name, this series begins with Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling), a privileged New Yorker who gets sentenced to prison when her past catches up to her. Over seven seasons, Piper adjusts to prison life, and the show later pivots to the lives of other women at Litchfield Penitentiary. Costars includeLaura Prepon,Uzo Aduba,Danielle Brooks,Laverne Cox, Natasha Lyonne andSamira Wiley, among many others.

WatchOrange Is the New Blackon Netflix

source: people.com