Why you should watch: Baby Reindeer took the world by storm when it was released earlier this year. The acting from both leads is fantastic, in particular Gunning, and the story is both gripping, terrifying, and utterly heartbreaking. It’s a series that you can’t help but binge. It’s also recently won plenty of awards, nabbing six Emmy’s last month. As The Guardian said, Baby Reindeer is “tense, creepily filmed television that will stay with you for a long time to come.

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Why you should watch: This series has proven to be a hit since being released back in June. Yes, the superhero powers are fun to watch, but the character drama is what keeps bringing us back for more. Having super-speed and telekinesis and the power to travel in time are cool, but how the characters come to terms with their newfound abilities, and how they affect their relationships, is what is special about this series. The Guardian was full of praise for Supacell earlier this year, branding it “ingenious”, and writing that it is “strikingly performed, bracingly plotted and its characters are up there with prestige TV’s finest”. Definitely not one to be slept on.

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Why you should watch: Imagine Percy Jackson, but for adults. That’s what Kaos is, and it’s brilliant for it. It’s funny, it’s exciting, and there are moe than enough twists to keep you entertained for ages. The performances are great, with Goldblum in particular bringing his trademark weirdness to the role with much success. As The Guardian wrote, “Hilarious, profound and moving: this fantasy series is an utter triumph”. If that isn’t enough to sell you, look at the fantastic cast - Thewlis, Farzad, Piper, Game of Thrones’ Stephen Dillane, Eddie Izzard - the list goes on. Unfortunately, it’s been cancelled after one season, but don’t let that put you off!

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Why you should watch: It’s a sweet coming-of-age story that will absolutely steal your heart. It's sensitive and funny and will keep you coming back for more. Locke and Connor are fantastic together, and the rest of the cast are just as endearing. The show has had some great reviews since being released. Time magazine were very complimentary of the first series, writing that “Heartstopper is an absolute treat” and is “full of delightful touches”. If you want something that’ll warm your heart this Autumn, look no further than Heartstopper.

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Why you should watch: It’s a lot of fun and will keep you hooked until the very end. There’s plenty of melodrama and twists, and the perhaps more lax rules give this show a bit of freedom that just makes it even more enjoyable. The performances are great, and there’s a mystery that’ll keep you guessing until the end. If you’re a fan of it, then good news! The first part of the fourth series will be dropping on October 10th, with the rest of the series dropping in November.

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Why you should watch: One of the biggest praises that has come out of The Diplomat is the performances- Keri Russell’s in particular. Some reviewers have gone so far as to say that she’s on par with Kevin Spacey’s portrayal of the President in The West Wing - high praise indeed. The Guardian have described it as a “hugely enjoyable ride”, and we can’t help but agree. A second series of the show will be dropping at the end of the month, so you won’t have long to get your fix.

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Why you should watch: Back in 2021, Squid Game took the world by storm, and bought attention to even more fantastic Korean dramas available. The deadly twists, the magnetic performances, and the killer children’s games made the hit series one that you just had to binge. It was nominated fornumerous awards at the time, winning Emmys and Golden Globes. The second season will be dropping in December, so what better time to catch up than now?!

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Why you should watch: Even if you’re not a fan of the Royal Family, this is truly gripping drama that really doesn’t hold back in showing off their more negative sides. It also shows the good, of course, and is a fascinating (if not dramatised) look at their private lives. The cast is just something else, with some huge names bringing their A-game on the regular. Foy, Colman, and Staunton are fantastic in the lead role, and supporting stars such as Corrin, Smith, and O’Connor will blow you away. Truly one of the jewels in Netflix’s crown (is that a pun?), The Crown has won more awards than you can count, including Emmy’s, Golden Globes, and BAFTA’s. A series well worth investing time in.

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Why you should watch: This proved to be something of a surprise hit for Netflix when it was released 4 years ago. I mean, who would genuinely believe that a drama about chess could be interesting? And yet - it is! By the end of the seven episode run, you are absolutely rooting for Beth to become the chess champion she deserves to be. It also really makes you want to play chess too. With a 94% popcorn-meter rating on Rotten Tomatoes, as well as more awards than you can shake a stick at, this is a mini-series worth checking out.

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Why you should watch: Because it’s perhaps the best TV show to be put to television…ever. It’s compelling, it’s tense, it’s funny, it’s sad, it’s got twists and turns, its characters are incredibly well-rounded, and you just wont be able to stop watching. It’s perhaps the most thrilling five seasons of television around - and the performances are beyond incredible. Cranston and Paul dazzle throughout in what has often been described as being the best TV series of all time. if you haven’t watched it yet, what have you been doing?! Stick it on now!

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Why you should watch: If you thought Breaking Bad was good, then you’ll be thrilled to learn that Better Call Saul is possibly even better! Bob Odenkirk will keep you glued to your screen for hours - he’s just that good as Saul. The storylines are just as compelling, the character’s are just as well-rounded, and the scrapes that Saul gets himself in are just as thrilling and tense. It’s very rare that a spin-off is better than its parent show, but somehow they’ve managed it here. It is an absolute shocker that despite being nominated for 53 Emmy’s, Better Call Saul never won a single one. Justice for Saul!

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Why you should watch: Bridgerton is perfect if you love a bit of romantic drama, because there’s plenty of it. Described as “more-ish” by The Guardian, fans of the show will be glad to know that there’s more to come. The fourth season (technically the fifth) is currently in development and will focus on the third book in the series (confusing, I know). There’s also a prequel series about a young Queen Charlotte featuring India Amarteifo. It’s one of those shows that will grab you and not let you go until you’ve finished it all.

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Why you should watch: If you’re after something a bit more out there, then it’s not going to get more ‘out there’ than The Sandman. Fans of the comics will know just how bizarre things can get in this series. It’s whacky and weird and wonderful, and will probably be the most unique thing you watch on Netflix. Sturridge is ominous and spooky as Morpheus, whilst Kirby Howell-Baptise’s guest performance as Death will stay with you for a long time.

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Why you should watch: Who doesn’t love a show that follows a morally grey (or just pure pitch black) character? Well, they don’t get much greyer than Badgley’s Joe, whose stalker-ish tendencies will both thrill you and make you feel deeply uncomfortable. It’s clever, it’s surprisingly addictive, and as The Guardian wrote in 2019, it makes sure you know that you’re not meant to like the main character. “It is smart enough to let us know that to sympathise with Joe is to be complicit in his crimes. Every time you feel you’re being drawn in, the show pulls the rug from under you and reminds you that he is not the romantic hero you are looking for”.

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Why you should watch: If you’re going to want something that’ll leave you a blubbering mess, then you’re in the right place. Dexter and Emma’s story will grab your heart in a vice like grip and leave you devastated by the end of it. Mod and Woodall have fantastic chemistry together and you’ll really be rooting for them both throughout (mainly Mod though). It’s unique in the fact that you only get a brief snapshot of their lives, and really highlights just how much can change in a year. The Rotten Tomatoes website sums it up best - “One Day is by turns giddy and somber but always swooningly romantic”. Get the tissues out if you’re going to be watching this one.

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Why you should watch: This coming-of-age supernatural story grabbed the world by storm when it first came out. If you were a fan of the likes of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Riverdale, or Fate: The Winx Saga, then this’ll be right up your street. It’s got that perfect amount of mystery, supernatural-ness, and loveable characters (yes, even emotionless Wednesday) that’ll hook you and keep you watching until the very end. And if you enjoy it, then you’ll be happy to know there’s another series currently being filmed.

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Why you should watch: It’ll have you laughing one minute and feeling strangely emotional the next. It also has one of the best will-they-wont-they situationships on television in recent years, which will absolutely keep you hooked. The performances are charming, the actors are all brilliant (and have gone on to forge some incredible careers), and the storylines are surprisingly honest and intimate. There are four seasons to enjoy (although the quality dips a little in season four), and plenty of crude, sexual laugh-out-loud moments that’ll stay with you for a long time afterwards.

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Why you should watch: Perhaps the biggest thing Netflix has ever released (in terms of impact), Stranger Things is a show you just have to watch, even just so you can say that you have. Every series sees the children face a new threat from the Upside Down, yet there’s an overarching story about Eleven’s (Bobby-Brown) mysterious origins. There’s now an all-star cast (a lot of the younger actors were unknown when the series first aired), with some great acting, in particular from Ryder and Harbour. The fifth and final series is currently in development and is expected to land on Netflix in 2025.

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Why you should watch: 3 Body Problem is of the best sci-fi dramas released by Netflix in a while. The series has been praised for the fact that Benioff and Weiss have managed to turn an “un-filmable” novel into a series. Described as being “deeply complex sci-fi” that’ll keep you intrigued throughout, this is a must watch, even if you haven’t read the original novel by Liu Cixin.

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Why you should watch: If you want a thriller/drama that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat, then seriously, look no further than Bodyguard. The tension steadily ramps up across the six episodes, culminating in perhaps the tensest, most nervous hour of television in recent memory. Madden and Hawes are great together, and the plot is filled with twists and turns that’ll leave you stunned as the end credits roll. As Variety said at the time, “it’s a six-episode ride that demands, and rewards, a quick binge”. We couldn’t agree more.

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Why you should watch: Peaky Blinders has become something of a cultural phenomenon in the UK since its release. Everyone seems to love the Shelby family, the way they talk, the way they act, and their antics - and for good reason - it’s very, very entertaining. The acting is great, the storylines are very compelling, and the fact that no-one is safe makes almost every episode an edge of your seat affair. The series may have ended, but have no fear - there’s a movie currently in development which will be on Netflix, with actors like Rebecca Ferguson and Barry Keoghan set to star.

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Why you should watch: Sometimes a tv show comes around and blows everyone away - this is one of them. It might be a bit of a slow burner, but if you stick with it, it’ll be well worth your time. Not only are the performances great, but the story and mystery will keep you enthralled throughout. Well worth checking out.

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Why you should watch: One of Netflix’s early successes, Orange is the New Black was one of the jewels in its crown for a long time. Described as being a “sharp mix of black humour and dramatic heft” (Rotten Tomatoes) it still holds a 92% Popcornmeter rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which is pretty impressive for such a long-running show. It’s also been nominated for several Emmy’s over the years, winning one in 2015. With seven seasons and 91 episodes, this is a series that you will be able to immerse yourself in for quite some time. You’ll fall in love with the characters and the world (even if it’s a prison), and you’ll be gutted to leave it when it ends.

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Why you should watch: This is one of the top tier crime drama’s currently available on Netflix. The series came to an end last year in what The Guardian describes as being “a potent ending that rivals the very best television”. So no Game of Thrones situation here, which is always a good thing. The performances are great, the storylines are dark and gritty, and you’ll undoubtedly end up on the edge of your seat throughout a lot of them. One of the best British dramas of the last few years for sure.

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Why you should watch: Skins will break you, in a good way (if that’s possible). It’s as utterly devastating as it is hilarious and cringeworthy. The stories are surprisingly very mature and dark at times, and deal with all sorts including death, abuse, mental health issues, and PTSD, amongst much more. The performances are brilliant - it’s no surprise that the vast majority of the series’ three main sets of cast went on to have some brilliant careers. The series is constantly being refreshed too, with a whole new cast of characters being introduced every two seasons. If you’re after something gritty, yet funny and heartfelt, then you can’t do much better than Skins.

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