Netflix is known for its fantastic original programming, and Reddit fans are sharing their picks for the best and most memorable original TV shows.
Netflix has become known as a great place to find amazing original programming, from sweet romantic comedies to scary horror movies to compelling TV shows. Since the streaming service has so many genres of TV series, from reality to thrillers to comedies, it's no wonder that fans are always finding new recommendations that they can binge-watch.
Whether fans are looking for a terrifying series, a drama about an interesting topic, or an animated show that stands from the rest, Reddit users have recommended many great original TV shows made by Netflix.
10 The Queen's Gambit (2020)
Reddit user AlwaysNYC said that "Queen's Gambit" is one of their favorite original Netflix shows.
The Queens Gambit tells a story about chess in a brilliant and interesting way, and fans love Anna Taylor-Joy's performance as main character Beth, a chess prodigy who has a tough time. Seven episodes were released on Netflix in October 2020 and the show became a fast sensation.
9 Dark (2017-2020)
If TV fans are looking for a horror show, Reddit user skinnypup said that they love Dark and "nothing comes close."
Over three seasons, Dark tells the scary tale of people living in Winden, Germany who think that there is a supernatural presence in their town. The characters learn that people in this town can time travel, but that it's not as exciting or fun as it might seem and could actually be a terrible problem.
8 The Umbrella Academy (2019-)
Reddit user austenjg said that "The Umbrella Academy" is one of their top five favorite original series on Netflix.
Based on Gerard Way's comic book series, The Umbrella Academy tells the story of young superheroes who are related to each other as they were all born at the same time. The circumstances of their birth are just as mysterious and compelling as the rest of the show, and there have been two seasons so far.
7 Ozark (2017-2022)
Reddit user MountVermonWest said that Ozark is "amazingly well done," a sentiment that many fans would agree with as this is one of the most popular series in recent years.
Fans love the plot twists in season 4 of Ozark, and while it's sad to say goodbye to this celebrated show, the characters, plotlines, and setting have all contributed to an entertaining and intelligent show that stands out among many Netflix originals. Viewers also praise Julia Garner's performance.
6 One Day At A Time (2017-2020)
Reddit user All_was_well_ mentioned that One Day At A Time is a special show and is "a fantastic but very underwatched show, tackles a lot of issues" and maintains its funny tone.
It's rare that a TV comedy can talk about important subjects in a meaningful way that has a lot of heart and compassion, and fans love One Day At A Time for that reason. Watching Penelope live with her kids and mother is a moving experience with plenty of jokes and smart quotes, and the show deals with mental health, love, friendship, family, and career in a careful, respectful way.
5 GLOW (2017-2019)
GLOW is a Netflix show that fans wish wasn't cancelled, and there are sadly only three seasons. The show has so much to love, as not only do viewers get to watch the Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling navigate this new world, but former best friends Debbie and Ruth have some interesting conflict as well.
Reddit user The_Iceman2288 said that GLOW "manages the balance between comedy and drama perfectly and the cast is pitch perfect."
4 The Haunting Of Hill House (2018)
The Haunting Of Hill House is a fan favorite Netflix original, with Reddit user TheTruckWashChannel calling it an "incredible horror/drama series that balances superb scares with deep emotional connection." The fan praised Mike Flanagan's mastery of the horror genre.
Watching the Crain family grow up in an old, beautiful, and very haunted house and then deal with the ramifications in adulthood is tragic, moving, and hard to stop watching.
3 Sex Education (2019-)
Sex Education has become one of the most popular TV shows in the past few years, and it's often considered one of the most well-crafted original series on Netflix. The show tells the story of Otis, a teenager who has a lot of questions about puberty and sex and growing up, and whose mother is a sex therapist.
Reddit user lasthorian25 loves the show, writing that it has "Great acting and genuinely good lessons."
2 Stranger Things (2016-Present)
From the memorable Stranger Things characters to the cool combination of science fiction with coming of age and friendship storylines, this Netflix original series has totally exploded since it first premiered on the streaming service in 2016.
Reddit user mokti loves Stranger Things because of the "Story, nostalgia, interweaving plots, tremendously great tension with plenty of comedy." Fans can't wait to watch season 4, which will be split up into two parts, and to see what Eleven and her friends are up to now.
1 BoJack Horseman (2014-2020)
BoJock Horseman is a celebrated animated series thanks to its intelligent scripts, sad yet realistic tone, and famous, talented cast members.
One Redditor considers this show to be one of the best originals on Netflix, writing, "No animated show could ever make me laugh or feel the same way." BoJack was a popular actor in the '90s and starred on a sitcom, and now the character is having a tough time as he wants to be famous again and is hoping that working on a memoir with a ghostwriter will help him out.
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