Since the release and major sensation ofÂ House of Cards,Â Netflix has incrementallyÂ
produced their own original television shows rather than only showing the shows of other
studios.
By doing this, they've reshaped the television landscape, becoming the first company to win
Emmy's for their online-only shows.
Plus, by releasing entire seasons at once, they've practically invented the termÂ binge-watch.Â
But which Netflix television shows are the best?
Well, we've got you covered.
I'm Mike with List25 and Here are 25 Best Netflix Original Series You Don't Want To
Miss.
25.
Dark A mystery about the disappearance of two young
kids and all the weird and bizarre things that happen, this TV show certainly lives
up to its name and then some.
With beautiful cinematography and mind-bending storytelling, this German-based show will
have you riveted.
24.
13 Reasons Why This young adult TV show follows Clay Jensen,
a heartbroken teenager who tries to uncover why his crush, Hannah, took her own life.
It became a controversial target with its handling of the topic of suicide, but the
show has still remained popular with a third season coming down the pike.
23.
Bloodline A family drama centeredÂ around a powerful
family and four siblings dealing with the fallout of a horrible act, this tense thriller
will have you scratching your head all the way through to the end.
While the first season is admittedly the best with diminishing returns for season two and
three, it's arguably still worth watching if you haven't given it a chance.
22.
Lost in Space Based on the classic television show of the
same name, this science fiction family drama is about the Robinson family trying to find
a new planet to inhabit, but when disaster strikes, they'll have to adapt to their surroundings.
While it can be a tad corny at times, it certainly has its moments and showcases some fantastic
special effects.
21.
Ozark Starring Jason Bateman and Laura Linney, this
crime-thriller is about an accountant who gets in deep with the cartel and comes up
with a money laundering plan in the Ozarks to stave off getting killed.
Despite feeling a little too close to Breaking Bad, theÂ writing and performances are top-notch
and will likely keep you enthralled through the whole first season.
20.
The Punisher As far as superhero characters go,Â The Punisher
hasn't had the greatest portrayal in the movies.
Thankfully, Marvel gets it right in this Netflix TV show.
Make no mistake, this drama isn't for the faint and heart and is dark, grisly, intense,
living up to the comics and then some.
19.
The OA Weird and mind-bending doesn't begin to describe
this Netflix series, and that's what makes it so intriguing.
After a young blind woman goes missing for seven years, she's returned, except now she
calls herself "The OA" and her sight is restored.
While some think her return is a miracle, others think she could be dangerous.
18.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return Based on the cult-classic 90's television
show about a man and two robots who are forced to watch bad movies, this new show continues
that tradition, bringing back the original creator to help produce.
Quirky, quippy, and as smart as ever, if you need a good, light-hearted belly-laugh, then
be sure to put this on your list.
17.
Luke Cage A superhero from Harlem, Luke Cage is totally
indestructible and has superhuman strength after a science experiment goes awry.
While in hiding, he has to battle the corruption of the streets and the local politics while
also trying to figure out his own identity as a crime fighter.
This particular series has solid writing with plenty of culturalÂ subtext to sink your
teeth into.
16.
Big Mouth This cartoon is all about teenagers dealing
with coming-of-age issues.
It's raunchy, it's crude, and it doesn't shy away from uncomfortable topics, but what this
show lacks in subtly, it makes up for in apt commentary on adolescence and puberty in the
modern age.
Oh, and those of you who like potty humor will love it.
15.
Jessica Jones Working in New York City as a private investigator,
this sardonic superhero with super strength struggles endlessly with her own existence
and purpose in the world.
On top of all that, she has a murderous lunatic stalking her every move.
Fans of light-hearted superhero fun will not find it here, but those who want something
a little more grounded should definitely check it out.
14.
G.L.O.W.
About a group of female wrestlers in 80's Los Angeles, this comedy specifically follows
a young, struggling actress trying to make a name for herself by becoming a wrestler.
With great period pieces, silly humor, and wonderful writing, there's no reason not to
put this on your list.
13.
House of Cards As one of the first Netflix original series,
this show was a stalwart program, drawing millions of people in to binge-watch an entire
season in one day.
While today it isn't exactly a perfect show and is somewhat tainted by Kevin Spacey's
recently revealed behavior, it'll likely go down as the show that ushered in the many
Netflix originals we have today.
12.
Orange is the New Black Law-abiding Piper Chapman is sentenced to
a year and a half in jail after trying to smuggle drug money to her ex-girlfriend, and
her life is ultimately transformed because of it.
With almost seven seasons under its belt, this is one of Netflix's veteran shows that
somehow keeps producing quality storytelling.
11.
Daredevil While the originalÂ DaredevilÂ movie didn't
turn out so great, this Marvel superhero made a major comeback with this television series,
impressing fans and newcomers alike.
About a blind lawyer who has his other senses superhumanly enhanced and becomes a night-stalking
vigilante, he has to learn how to juggle both without getting caught by his friends, or
worse, his enemies.
10.
Godless Fans of the wild west will want to pay attention.
About outlaw Frank Griffin searching for his ex-protegeÂ Roy Goode, he suddenly stumbles
upon La Belle, New Mexico, a mining town inhabited entirely by women.
9.
Altered Carbon A mature and dark science fiction action-thriller
about a future where consciousness is digitized and stored for people to inhabit new bodies
after they die, a prisoner is brought back to solve a mystery and hopefully win his freedom
in the process.
8.
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt A silly comedy created by Tina Fey and Robert
Carlock, this TV show is about a young girl rescued from a bomb shelter that housed a
doomsday cult.
Now, she has to acclimate to modern life while being a nanny.
Fans of crazy antics, quirky characters, and Tina Fey's writing will want to see this.
7.
BoJack Horseman About a horse that's a has-been star from
a show calledÂ Horsin' Around, this sardonic television show follows him as he lives in
Hollywood and complains about everything especially his inability to get any other form of work.
With brilliant, comedic writing, you'll fall in love with this show in no time.
Also, as a side note, it has one of the best opening titleÂ sequences of any show.
6.
Love Created by Judd Apatow, this comedy showcases
two characters dealing with the highs and lows of a relationship and all the embarrassing
and hilarious things that become of them.
It's inciteful, sometimes touching, but most of all, pretty funny.
5.
Narcos This show focuses heavily on notorious Colombian
drug lords, such as Pablo Escobar, the spread of cocaine across the world, and the legal
authorities trying to stop them in a bloody battle.
It centers specifically on a DEA agent sent to Colombia to capture or potentially kill
Escobar.
Gritty, intense, and brutal, this show doesn't mess around, but for those who love crime
dramas, it'll certainly be worth your time.
4.
Master of None Created by Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang, this
comedy is about a 30-year-old actor trying to make it in New York while also following
his personal life and love relationships.
It's much more grounded than a show likeÂ Kimmy Schmidt,Â tries to highlight a cultural,
relationship, and family issues, and doesn't try so hard to get you to laugh, letting it
play out naturally.
3.
The Crown Focusing on the modern English monarchy, specifically
the young life of Queen Elizabeth II, this drama deftly handles the intermingling of
politics and the personal relationships of the Queen, making it an intriguing watch.
Those who loveÂ Downton Abbey, or any historical fiction for that matter, will likely find
something to love here.
2.
Mindhunter A relatively new television series for Netflix,
this disturbing detective drama follows two FBI agents as they investigate the psychology
of murder and interview psychopaths in prison.
It certainly doesn't shy away from the nitty-gritty, and its dark subject matter will likely make
you squirm, but the direction, writing, and characters are all very well-done.
On top of that, six of the episodes are directed by David Fincher.
1.
Stranger Things Arguably one of the hottest shows on Netflix,
this science fiction homage to the 80's is fun, exciting, and mysterious.
It fully understands the time period but also throws in its own flair and creativity in
the process.
Fans of Steven Spielberg and Stephen King will almost certainly love this show.
So, what's your favorite Netflix Original?
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