10 Dark Horse Series That Became International Sensations

1. "Breaking Bad "

In a dusty New Mexico town, a timid high-school chemistry teacher named Walter White learned he had terminal cancer. Did he opt for a peaceful life? No. He decided to cook methamphetamine, roping in his former student Jesse Pinkman.

Their journey – a rollercoaster of drug cartels, DEA chases, and betrayals. By the end, Heisenberg (Walter's alter-ego) had transformed from meek to kingpin. Yet, for all his power, his world crumbled, proving that not all change is evolution.

2. "Stranger Things "

Hawkins, Indiana, 1983. A place where kids biked freely... until young Will Byers vanished. But was it a regular disappearance? Eleven, a girl with psychokinetic abilities and a love for Eggos, emerged from a secretive lab, revealing the sinister "Upside Down" dimension.

As monsters and government agents wreaked havoc, a ragtag group of kids, teens, and adults joined forces. They battled Demogorgons, saved Will, and tried to keep Hawkins right-side up. Yet, shadows continued to lurk, proving that small towns can harbor big secrets.

3. "Money Heist "

Once upon a crimson-clad time in Spain, a genius known as The Professor devised a plan. To rob the Royal Mint? Indeed, but it was more than money – it was a statement.

He assembled a crew, each named after cities, and held hostages, sparking a tense police standoff. Loyalties were tested, romances blossomed, and masks symbolized rebellion.

As days turned into weeks, their heist turned into a revolutionary movement. But can one really outsmart the system, or do they become the very thing they rebel against?

4. "The Witcher "

Ah, the Continent. A land where magic is as common as deceit, and Geralt of Rivia roams as its monster-hunting Witcher. But are monsters merely creatures, or could humans fit the bill?

With silver sword and golden voice (courtesy of Jaskier), Geralt faced threats, both royal and monstrous. Yennefer, a sorceress with ambitions as vast as her powers, and Ciri, a girl entwined with Geralt's destiny, entered the fray.

Prophecies, battles, and potions galore, the trio realized that sometimes, the biggest beasts are those within. Yet, can destiny truly be defied, or does it always get its due?

5. "The Crown "

Elizabeth. A young woman, thrust into monarchy, amidst an ever-changing Britain. Ascending the throne after her father's death, she grappled with political intrigue, personal sacrifices, and a spotlight that never dims.

From Winston Churchill to Margaret Thatcher, from old norms to modern transformations, Elizabeth's reign was anything but smooth. Her family's trials, tribulations, and tabloid-ready scandals shaped the nation's perceptions.

Through four actors and decades of history, this series chronicled a royal reign that reflected its times. Because, in the end, isn't every crown a little tarnished?

6. "Fleabag"

She looked at the camera, breaking the fourth wall, pulling us into her messy London life. Love, loss, and a mischievous guinea pig café? Fleabag navigated her complicated family, romances, and a Hot Priest with an unrivaled blend of humor and heartbreak.

Was she running from her past? Definitely. But amidst the chaotic hilarity, our unnamed heroine discovered that facing oneself might just be the biggest challenge. So, who needs a tidy ending when life's this beautifully flawed?

7. "Dark" – A German Town's Tangled Timeline

Winden: a quiet town with a nuclear power plant, and oh, a wormhole. Kids started disappearing, but were they really gone or just... elsewhere? Multiple timelines interwove, creating a Gordian Knot of relationships, betrayals, and paradoxes. The Nielsen, Doppler, and Kahnwald families found themselves at the heart of a cosmic conspiracy.

Is escaping one's fate possible? As secrets unraveled, they realized that every action echoes across time. After all, when past, present, and future collide, can you ever truly escape yourself?

8. "Narcos"

Pablo Escobar. A name synonymous with Medellín, mountains of cocaine, and unparalleled power. From smuggling electronics to dominating the drug trade, his empire was built on ambition, violence, and pure charisma.

DEA agents Murphy and Peña tried to dismantle his reign, battling both cartels and corruption. But can one truly topple a titan? Narcos delved deep into Colombia's dark heart, showing that monsters can sometimes be made, not born. Yet, for all the riches, the price of power is often blood.

9. "Peaky Blinders "

Birmingham, post-World War I. The streets were rough, but the Shelby family was rougher. Led by Tommy, a war-hero turned gangster, they sought to expand their criminal empire. From razor-bladed caps to dubious deals, the Peaky Blinders encountered foes, both local and exotic.

But was it just about power? As they navigated politics, love, and PTSD, the lines between right and wrong blurred. For in a world of gray, sometimes one must wear the black hat.

10. "The Mandalorian "

In a galaxy far, far away, a lone Mandalorian bounty hunter roamed, armor gleaming and creed intact. Tasked to capture a mysterious, Force-sensitive child, he instead became its protector. Evading remnants of the fallen Empire and facing new foes, their bond deepened.

With iconic helmet and tiny green companion in tow, Mando's quest was clear: reunite the child with its kind. Beskar, blasters, and Baby Yoda moments filled their journey. Yet, amidst starships and showdowns, a tale of fatherhood and identity emerged. For, even in space, home is where the heart is.