Not Only 'Stranger Things': 5 High-Rated Netflix Series You Can Stream Right Now, Ranked by RT

In 2013, Netflix made a bold move by releasing its first original project, House of Cards, and has continued to surprise us with TV series spanning a wide range of genres ever since.

Over the course of more than a decade, the platform has evolved into a hit factory, offering something for every viewer, from fans of dark dramas to lovers of lighthearted comedies.

5. 'Beef', 2023-...

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%

A confrontation breaks out in a parking lot between businesswoman Amy and handyman Danny. The unpleasant incident compels the strangers to unleash their pent-up anger, causing a routine squabble to unexpectedly escalate into a full-blown feud.

Amy and Danny are anti-heroes who may initially provoke irritation and dislike. Over the course of ten episodes, the creators explore topics such as class inequality, the immigrant experience, loneliness, and the midlife crisis.

Originally intended to be a limited series, Beef's overwhelming success prompted producers to renew the show for a second season.

4. 'BoJack Horseman', 2014-2020

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%

BoJack is an anthropomorphic horse who rose to fame years ago by starring in a comedy series. His glory days are long gone, now, the former sitcom star spends his time in a large house in the Hollywood Hills, finding solace in alcohol.

Hoping to win back his fans' love, BoJack decides to write an autobiography. To this end, he hires writer Diane to interview him about his career and relationships with his loved ones.

In the process, a warm, trusting bond develops between them, and the audience learns more and more about BoJack's troubled life.

3. 'Russian Doll', 2019-2022

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 97%

Software engineer Nadia is celebrating her 36th birthday. That same evening, she is hit by a car and dies, only to find herself back at her birthday party immediately afterward.

This scenario repeats several times: death triggers a new cycle, and Nadia tries to escape the time loop. Later, she meets a young man who is having the same experience. Together, they try to figure out what is happening.

The creators of Russian Doll took the Groundhog Day concept, infused it with dark humor, and produced one of Netflix's most therapeutic projects. The show's strength lies in its lead actress, Natasha Lyonne, who is both magnetic and witty.

2. 'Mindhunter', 2017-2019

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 97%

In the 1970s, FBI agent Holden Ford became interested in the psychology of serial killers to better understand their behavior. Together with his colleague, Bill Tench, Ford traveled to prisons across the country to interview some of the most violent criminals.

Despite their colleagues' skepticism, the negotiators began developing psychological profiles of these killers and applying their insights to solve crimes.

Mindhunter is not a typical series about catching killers, it's a masterful psychological thriller in which tension is primarily built through dialogue. Moreover, the interviews featured in the show are based on real conversations with serial killers.

1. 'Baby Reindeer', 2024

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 99%

Donny Dunn moved from Scotland to London to pursue a career in comedy. He hasn't found success yet, so he works as a bartender at a local pub. One day, a woman named Martha sits at the bar.

Noticing her sad expression, Donny decided to treat her to a cup of tea. From that moment on, Martha began visiting the bar daily and bombarding him with messages.

In 2024, the show won four Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. It's an adaptation of Richard Gadd's autobiographical one-man show, in which he is both the creator and star.