The Top 10 Netflix Series Right Now (Including a Must-Watch #1 Show)

If you’re like me and 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 for me to find new suggestions (like Unlocked: A Jail Experiment).

From Baby Reindeer to The Circle, keep reading for the top ten Netflix series and my personal editor's pick of the week. 

• Who’s in it: Tijuana Ricks
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: Unsolved Mysteries
• Genre: Investigative docuseries

The series explores bizarre encounters, haunting disappearances and other perplexing events that've baffled investigators. Each episode explores a different case, so you can watch them in any order. 

The investigative docuseries is a must-watch for fans of mind-blowing shows like Unsolved Mysteries, American Nightmare, Prehistoric Planet and American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders.

• Who’s in it: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: Killing Eve
• Genre: Drama

The story follows an emotionally troubled woman who becomes obsessed with a man—so much so that she begins stalking him. As the man navigates the consequences, he must come to terms with his dark past. 

The drama series just hit Netflix on April 11, and it's already claimed the number one spot on the streaming service's list of most-watched shows. Need we say more?

• Who’s in it: Eric Higgins
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: 60 Days In
• Genre: Lifestyle reality TV

Unlocked: A Jail Experiment is a social experiment like you’ve never seen before. The documentary takes place at an Arkansas detention facility, where a sheriff implements a new policy that allows the inmates to govern themselves. 

The brand-new series is a must-watch for fans of jail documentaries like 60 Days In. It consists of eight must-see episodes that will have you glued to your television screen. 

• Who’s in it: Michelle Buteau
• How many seasons: 6
• For fans of: Love Is Blind
• Genre: Competition reality series

The competition series documents contestants as they get to know each other online. The goal is to avoid getting eliminated from the social networking app. This can be done only if their peers believe their online profile accurately represents them as a person. As in, they’re not a catfish.

There are five full seasons of The Circle available to stream on Netflix. The sixth installment just premiered on April 17, with new episodes dropping every Wednesday.

• Who’s in it: Wanda Sykes, Mike Epps, Kim Fields
• How many seasons: 5
• For fans of: Family Reunion
• Genre: Comedy

The sitcom focuses on a working-class Black family in Indiana, who are simply trying to make ends meet. Together, they tackle everyday struggles, like baby mamas, job interviews and helicopter parents.

Cast members include Wanda Sykes, Mike Epps, Kim Fields, Diamond Lyons, Khali Spraggins, Journey Christine and Jermelle Simon.

• Who’s in it: Cate Blanchett
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: Our Planet
• Genre: Nature documentary

If you're hoping to explore the four corners of the world without ever leaving your couch, you've come to the right place. Our Living World consists of four episodes that highlight the earth's relationships between nature, animals and the ecosystem.

The nature series is narrated by Cate Blanchett. It's a must-watch for fans of documentaries like Our Planet, Life on Our Planet and Earthstorm.

• Who’s in it: O.J. Simpson
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: What Jennifer Did
• Genre: Investigative documentary

If you’re hoping to relive O.J. Simpson’s best and worst moments, be sure to tune into this 2016 documentary. The show consists of five episodes that detail his life, career and infamous murder trial.

O.J.: Made in America has been rising in popularity ever since Simpson passed away at age 76. In 2017, the docuseries won the Oscar Award for Best Documentary Feature.

• Who’s in it: Jodi Comer, Sandra Oh
• How many seasons: 4
• For fans of: The Diplomat
• Genre: Drama

Villanelle is a young female assassin with a reputation for savagery, and Eve is an MI5 officer with a keen interest in a string of murders she has a hunch were perpetrated by a woman. When Eve begins hunting Villanelle, a dangerous game of cat and mouse ensues. 

The drama will keep you on the edge of your seat through all four seasons. The on-screen chemistry between Jodi Comer and Sandra Oh is just icing on the cake. 

• Who’s in it: Toby Stephens, Hannah New, Luke Arnold
• How many seasons: 4
• For fans of: The Last Frontier
• Genre: Drama

The series is a prequel to Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novel Treasure Island. The story focuses on Captain Flint and “Long” John Silver as they fight for the survival of New Providence Island. 

The show is a must-watch for fans of the Golden Age of Piracy. The drama balances romance with action, featuring a combination of steamy love scenes and gory violence.

• Who’s in it: Luisa Guerreiro, Nathaniel Tapley
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: Angry Birds
• Genre: Family comedy

In Bad Dinosaurs, T-Rex is the king of all the dinosaurs. The show follows his mischievous antics as he and his family navigate the prehistoric world, which is filled with silly creatures. 

The family-friendly series is described as a “high-octane thrill ride,” so prepare for loads of fun and laughter. 

• Who’s in it: Jovan Adepo, John Bradley, Rosalind Chao
• How many seasons: 1
• For fans of: The Signal
• Genre: Science fiction

The Netflix series follows a group of brilliant individuals who are determined to stop an alien invasion. Before they do, they must trace the origins to a decision made during the 1960s in China. 

The sci-fi show is based on the Chinese novel The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin. It’s created by David Benioff (Game of Thrones), D. B. Weiss (Confederate) and Alexander Woo (True Blood).

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