This ranking is of the best series currently available on Netflix and other streaming services – even if they’ve been available for a few years. However, because our aim is to introduce you to new stuff you may have missed, we don’t include giants that everyone’s seen like Game of Thrones.
New Entries – November
Brittania – HBO
Please…how the hell did nobody tell me about this series? A great mix of history and narrative with some great performances.
Looking for Alaska – HBO
In my opinion, the casting of Pudge ias the worst casting in the history of TV. Still, however, this is touching and compelling in equal measure. A great watch.
New Entries – October
Succesion – HBO
At first this series is a little dissapointing because you’re expecting a blockbuster, Dynasty style mega-storyline. However, the wicked humour and compelling characters seep their way into your attention and you end up hungry for more.
Curfew – Sky One
The best way to describe Curfew is Fast and Furious meets The Walking Dead. There are a few weak plot points, but the endearing characters, great music and fast pace will draw you in.
Big Little Lies / Season 2 – HBO
After a lacklustre first episode, season 2 suddenly picks up and proves better than season 1. A drama about wife beating is heavy going, a drama about a custody battle is compelling. Ed is a God, by the way.
Our Official Top 10
1. Euphoria HBO
Euphoria is the darkest, most disturbing, most desolate teen drama you will ever see in your life.
However…it becomes beautiful via the masterful performance of Zendaya.
2. Casa de papel NETFLIX
Absolute solid action from beginning to start. Truly brilliant. Learn some spanish while you’re at it!
3. Van Helsing NETFLIX
Never thought I’d like this in a million years, but post apocalyptic Seattle is utterly compelling. Strong female roles all the way!
4. The Man in The High Castle PRIME
For alternative history buffs. If the nazis had gotten the H bomb first, everything could have been different. Thank F they didn’t!
5.The Good Fight CBS / PRIME
A top class legal drama. Great characters, interesting cases and amazing performances from Lockhart and Boseman.
6. Undercover NETFLIX
An undercover operation against one of the biggest ecstacy suppliers in europe. A different vibe… a Belgian vibe.
7. Another Life NETFLIX
Not brilliant… but a solid bit of sci-fi from Netflix. Great to see our friend from Battlestar Galactica in good form.
8. The last kingdom NETFLIX
Superb. More literary and quirky than Vikings.
9. Absentia AXN / PRIME (US)
Tense, moody, atmospheric. Great performance from Stana.
10. Hanna PRIME
Could have been better… but what there is is still pretty good.
RETRO CURIOSOITY BONUS: Dawson’s creek PRIME
Watched it for a joke… loved it.