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The Top 10 Netflix Shows Right Now (Including a Surprising Series at #1)

*Adds to streaming queue*

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OK, so you’ve already binge-watched hits like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias and Dead to Me, and you're 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 The Night Agent).

From Raw to American Primeval, keep reading for the top ten Netflix series, and my personal editor's pick of the week. 

Editor’s Pick of the Week: Missing You

  • Who’s in it: Rosalind Eleazar, Jessica Plummer, Richard Armitage
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Stay Close
  • Genre: Drama

Based on Harlan Coben’s namesake book, the thriller revolves around an NYPD detective, who is forced to reopen a case involving her dad’s murder. It all starts when she joins a dating app and matches with her ex-fiancé, who disappeared years before.

1. Raw

  • Who’s in it: CM Punk, Seth Rollin, Roman Reigns
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: WWE Raw
  • Genre: Sports

Calling all wrestling fans! WWE Raw has made its way to Netflix, bringing unforgettable drama and live action to the ring every single week. And in a surprising twist, it’s the top-rated series.

2. The Night Agent

  • Who’s in it: Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, Amanda Warren
  • How many seasons: 2
  • For fans of: The Politician
  • Genre: Political thriller

The thriller has been climbing the Netflix charts ever since it released season two. The story follows a low-level FBI agent who answers a life-changing phone call while monitoring an emergency line. Season one documents his mission to uncover a dangerous conspiracy at the White House, and the second season explores his new role as an official Night Agent. 

In her honest review of the show’s second season, PureWow editor Nakeisha Campbell wrote, “As much as I enjoyed getting sucked back into the world of espionage, I’ll admit, there were a few moments of annoyance and frustration. And it's all due to Peter Sutherland.”

3. American Primeval

  • Who’s in it: Taylor Kitsch, Betty Gilpin, Dane DeHaan
  • How many seasons: 
  • For fans of: Yellowstone
  • Genre: Western drama

The drama series offers a dramatized look at the Old West, focusing on the historic confrontation between settlers, Native Americans and the Mormon militia—and the brutal aftermath that followed.

4. Younger

  • Who’s in it: Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff, Miriam Shor
  • How many seasons: 7
  • For fans of: Workin’ Moms
  • Genre: Comedy

Liza is a single mom who’s trying to re-enter the workforce at age 40. When she realizes that her age could impact her opportunities, she pretends to be 26 and gets hired as an assistant, where she works alongside other 20-something colleagues who could blow her cover at any moment. 

5. W.A.G.s to Riches

  • Who’s in it: Sharelle Rosado, Maranda Johnson, Ashley Wheeler
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Real Housewives
  • Genre: Reality

If you loved the reality show WAGS, then you need to watch this brand-new series, which follows the wives and girlfriends (AKA “WAGs”) of famous athletes, actors and musicians. 

6. Squid Game

  • Who’s in it: Lee Jung-jae, Gong Yoo, Jung Ho-yeon
  • How many seasons: 2
  • For fans of: Squid Game: The Challenge
  • Genre: Drama

The popular series has been rising on the charts ever since season two debuted in December. The new installment follows Player 456 as he re-enters the game in the hope of ending the madness once and for all. 

7. XO, Kitty

  • Who’s in it: Anna Cathcart, Choi Min-young, Anthony Keyvan
  • How many seasons: 2
  • For fans of: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
  • Genre: Romantic drama

The romantic dramedy series focuses on, you guessed it, Kitty Song Covey, AKA the younger sister of Lara Jean from the To All the Boys film series. This time, the young matchmaker learns a few things about her own love life. (FYI, season two just hit Netflix on January 16.)

8. Sakamoto Days

  • Who’s in it: Tomokazu Sugita, Nobunaga Shimazaki, Nao Tôyama
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: Castlevania: Nocturne
  • Genre: Action anime

The Japanese manga series follows a retired hitman named Taro Sakamoto. He left his dark career behind him to start a family—well, until his past comes back to haunt him. 

9. The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call

  • Who’s in it: Ju Ji-hoon, Choo Young-woo, Ha Young
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: New Amsterdam
  • Genre: Comedy

Don’t be fooled by the title—The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call is a scripted comedy series, not a medical documentary. The series follows a talented trauma surgeon who spent years traveling the world and aiding crisis military zones. Now, he’s returning to his roots at a university hospital.

10. The Recruit

  • Who’s in it: Noah Centineo, Fivel Stewart, Vondie Curtis-Hall
  • How many seasons: 1
  • For fans of: The Night Agent
  • Genre: Political thriller

Noah Centineo stars as a CIA recruit named Owen, who catches wind of a possible data leak. He must work alongside his peers to keep the information hidden, even though he has no idea what he’s doing. (FYI, season two of The Recruit is set to premiere on January 30.)

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