55 of the Best TV Shows on Netflix That Will Keep You Entertained

We've all done the infinite scroll on the Netflix app , spending an hour looking for something before giving up. Sometimes there are just too many shows to choose from, and the last thing anyone wants is to get a few hours into a show that's not worth finishing. To save you and your precious time, we've compiled a list of our favorite shows on Netflix, from some of the streamer's most iconic flagship series like Stranger Things and The Crown to reliable classics like Gilmore Girls and Scandal and underrated or critically acclaimed originals you can't find anywhere else. We'll let you know about series that have just arrived or are about to leave, too, so you can prioritize your watch-list. This week, why not tune into one of the streamer's Golden Globe-nominated series? Limited series Adolescence, already an Emmy-winner, just received five nominations for the Globes, which will take place on Jan. 11, 2026. The Keri Russell series The Diplomat also received a nomination for Best Drama Series, while Nobody Wants This was nominated in the Best Comedy Series category. These are just a few of the great shows on our watch list -- and don't forget that three new episodes of Stranger Things arrive this week, too! Don't miss any of our unbiased tech content and lab-based reviews. Add CNET as a preferred Google source. If you're looking for your next favorite series, here's our roundup of some of the best shows you can stream on Netflix. And if you'd rather go with a movie instead, here are our picks for the best movies on Netflix . Read more : Best Streaming Services of 2025 Stranger Things (2016-) Stranger Things is an enthralling medley of horror, drama and nostalgia. Set in the 1980s in fictional small-town Indiana, residents begin experiencing a series of odd events, including the disappearance of a young boy, and begin to search for answers. Four highly-anticipated new episodes arrived on the platform last week, and there will be three more episodes premiering on Christmas Day and the final episode on New Year's Eve. The holidays are about to get turned upside down. Adolescence (2025) Adolescence, the story of a young boy accused of killing a classmate, has gripped viewers since its release this year. The series earned 13 Emmy nominations and won eight, including outstanding limited or anthology series and acting awards for Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty. It also just picked up five Golden Globe nods. The series became a phenomenon for its unique filming style: Each of its four episodes is shot in a single continuous take, giving the show a live-theater feel. The Diplomat (2023-) Political drama The Diplomat, starring Keri Russell as American diplomat Kate Wyler in London, first premiered in 2023 and has proven to be an addictive hit. The show blends international intrigue and political thrills with soapy marital drama, and now's the perfect time to catch up on its first two seasons: Season 3,...

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