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The Top 10 Netflix Series Right Now (Including a New #1 Show)

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If you’ve already binge-watched hits like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Emily in Paris and Dead to Me, you’re probably looking for more of the best shows on Netflix. Luckily, the streaming service has a ton of movies and shows to choose from in its top-rated section, which ranks popular titles based on what’s trending. The best part? The list is updated daily, making it an ideal place to find new suggestions (like The Gentlemen).

From The Program: Cons, Cults and Kidnapping to Avatar: The Last Airbender, keep reading for the top ten Netflix series and our own editor's pick of the week. 

Editor’s Pick of the Week: Furies

  • Who’s in it: Lina El Arabi, Marina Foïs, Mathieu Kassovitz
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Code 8
  • Genre: Action

Furies is a French drama that tells the story of a young woman seeking to avenge her father’s wrongful death. She soon finds herself tangled in the web of the Fury, which is a peacekeeper of the Paris criminal underworld.

The cast features a talented ensemble of French actors, including Lina El Arabi, Steve Tientcheu, Mathieu Kassovitz and Marina Foïs. Netflix has not confirmed if Furies will return for season two. With its strong debut on the platform, the series could likely get a second installment. 

1. The Gentlemen

  • Who’s in it: Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: The Tourist
  • Genre: British comedy

Meet Eddie, an aristocrat who inherits his family’s estate. Upon visiting the residence, he discovers that it’s operating as a giant weed farm. And the staff has no intention of handing over the business. 

The Gentlemen is a spin-off of the 2019 movie by Guy Ritchie (Wrath of Man), who also created the series. Cast members include Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Giancarlo Esposito and Ray Winstone. 

2. The Program: Cons, Cults and Kidnapping

  • Who’s in it: Katherine Kubler
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: American Nightmare
  • Genre: True crime

This limited docuseries chronicles the life of a woman who was sent to boarding school at a young age. Through in-depth interviews and conversations, she recounts the abuse and corruption experienced at the elite institution. 

In an interview with Time magazine, Kubler shared what she wanted to accomplish with the series. “I made this series because there really was nothing out there to help explain what had happened to me to my friends and family to warn them about these places,” she told the outlet. “So now, that resource exists.”

3. The Signal

  • Who’s in it: Peri Baumeister, Florian David Fitz, Yuna Bennett
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Away
  • Genre: Sci-fi drama

The limited series is reminiscent of Interstellar and Away, following an astronaut who goes missing during a mission. The story is told from the perspective of her husband, who investigates her disappearance while raising their daughter. 

The German show is directed by Sebastian Hilger (We Are the Tide) and Philipp Leinemann (Blame Game). Cast members include Peri Baumeister, Florian David Fitz, Yuna Bennett, Hadi Khanjanpour and Sheeba Chaddha. 

4. Avatar: The Last Airbender

  • Who’s in it: Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: The Legend of Korra
  • Genre: Fantasy

Gordon Cormier stars as a free-spirited young airbender who embarks on a quest to end a dangerous war. He must learn how to manipulate the four elemental powers, so he can defeat a ruthless enemy. 

The live-action version is based on the animated series, which ran from 2005 to 2008. In addition to Cormier, the show also stars Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee.

5. Steve Treviño: Simple Man

  • Who’s in it: Steve Treviño
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs
  • Genre: Stand-up comedy

If you’re looking for a good laugh, be sure to tune into Steve Treviño’s all-new special, Simple Man. The comedian presents himself as “America’s favorite husband,” covering everything from his marriage to his relationship with his parents. 

Once you’ve watched Simple Man, you can tune into one of his other specials, including Grandpa Joe’s Son (2012), Relatable (2014), 'Til Death (2019), My Life in Quarantine (2020) and I Speak Wife (2022).

6. Love Is Blind

  • Who’s in it: Nick Lachey, Vanessa Lachey
  • How many seasons: 6
  • For fans of: Married at First Sight
  • Genre: Dating

The reality show documents contestants as they date each other without ever seeing their faces. That’s because they’re sitting in separate rooms called solo pods, which take blind dating to an entirely new level. 

Love Is Blind season six just premiered on February 14 (Valentine's Day), and it's already claimed the number six spot on Netflix's list of most-watched shows. The first 13 episodes are now available to stream, with new installments debuting every Wednesday. 

7. Hot Wheels: Let's Race

  • Who’s in it: Griffen Campbell, Grey DeLisle, Jakari Fraser
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Turbo
  • Genre: Animated series

Six aspiring racers enroll in the Hot Wheels Ultimate Garage Racing Camp to learn the skills needed to become the ultimate competitors on the race track. Do they have what it takes to become the next Hot Wheels racer?

The series is inspired by the Hot Wheels toys invented by Elliot Handler. The scale model cars were first introduced by the manufacturing company Mattel in 1968.

8. Blown Away

  • Who’s in it: Nick Uha, Hunter March
  • How many seasons: 4
  • For fans of: Nailed It!
  • Genre: Reality competition

The competition series is gaining popularity on Netflix after releasing its fourth season. The show follows a group of skilled glass artists who compete for a cash prize and an artist residency at the Corning Museum of Glass. 

Blown Away offers a lot of valuable insight into the glassblowing industry. Plus, watching these artists work is the most relaxing thing ever.

9. Full Swing

  • Who’s in it: Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka
  • How many seasons: 2
  • For fans of: Break Point
  • Genre: Sports documentary

If you enjoyed Break Point and Formula 1: Drive to Survive, then you need to watch Netflix’s golf iteration. The show offers a rare glimpse into the lives of professional golfers as they compete during the PGA Tour.

The series just debuted its second season, which explains the rise in popularity. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at the sport’s most prominent athletes, including Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, Scottie Scheffler, Ian Poulter, Joel Dahmen, Matt Fitzpatrick and Dustin Johnson.

10. Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War

  • Who’s in it: N/A
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror
  • Genre: Historical documentary

History buffs can’t get enough of this brand-new docuseries, which examines the Cold War and the events that followed. The show uses firsthand accounts and historical data to illustrate a step-by-step journey into what really happened. 

The documentary just premiered on March 12, and it's already claimed the number ten spot on Netflix's list of most-watched shows. It consists of nine 60+ minute episodes, so clear your calendars. 

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