1. Squid Game
Squid Game, a South Korean survival drama series, became a global phenomenon upon its release in 2021. The show follows a group of 456 contestants who compete in a series of deadly children’s games for a chance to win a cash prize of 45.6 billion won (approximately $38.5 million). Squid Game became Netflix’s most-watched series ever, with over 111 million viewers in its first 28 days.
2. Stranger Things
Stranger Things is an American science fiction horror series that has been running since 2016. The show follows a group of friends who investigate the disappearance of their friend in a small Indiana town. Stranger Things has been praised for its suspenseful storytelling, well-developed characters, and nostalgic 1980s setting. The show’s fourth season premiered in May 2022 and was watched by over 135 million people in its first 28 days.
3. Bridgerton
Bridgerton is a British historical romance series that has been running since 2020. The show follows the Bridgerton family, a wealthy family in Regency England. Bridgerton has been praised for its stunning visuals, lavish costumes, and soapy storylines. The show’s second season premiered in March 2022 and was watched by over 193 million people in its first 28 days.
4. The Witcher
The Witcher is an American fantasy series that has been running since 2019. The show follows Geralt of Rivia, a Witcher (a mutant monster hunter), as he travels the Continent, a war-torn land filled with monsters and magic. The Witcher has been praised for its stunning visuals, action-packed fight scenes, and complex characters. The show’s second season premiered in December 2021 and was watched by over 142 million people in its first 28 days.
5. Ozark
Ozark is an American crime drama series that has been running since 2017. The show follows Marty Byrde, a financial advisor who moves his family from Chicago to the Ozarks after he gets involved in a money laundering scheme. Ozark has been praised for its suspenseful storytelling, well-developed characters, and stunning cinematography. The show’s fourth and final season premiered in January 2022 and was watched by over 110 million people in its first 28 days.
6. The Umbrella Academy
The Umbrella Academy is an American superhero series that has been running since 2019. The show follows the Hargreeves siblings, a group of adopted siblings who were all born on the same day with unique abilities. The Umbrella Academy has been praised for its quirky characters, offbeat humor, and action-packed fight scenes. The show’s third season premiered in June 2022 and was watched by over 124 million people in its first 28 days.
7. Inventing Anna
Inventing Anna is an American crime drama miniseries that was released in 2022. The show follows Anna Sorokin, a Russian-born con artist who scammed New York City’s elite out of millions of dollars. Inventing Anna has been praised for its fascinating subject matter, well-written characters, and stylish visuals. The show was watched by over 97 million people in its first 28 days.
8. Lupin
Lupin is a French crime drama series that has been running since 2021. The show follows Assane Diop, a thief who uses his intelligence and charisma to avenge his father’s death. Lupin has been praised for its stylish visuals, suspenseful storytelling, and charismatic lead performance. The show’s second season premiered in June 2021 and was watched by over 76 million people in its first 28 days.
9. The Crown
The Crown is a British historical drama series that has been running since 2016. The show follows the reign of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. The Crown has been praised for its stunning visuals, well-written scripts, and talented cast. The show’s fifth season premiered in November 2022 and was watched by over 107 million people in its first 28 days.
10. Cobra Kai
Cobra Kai is an American martial arts comedy-drama series that has been running since 2018. The show is a sequel to The Karate Kid films and follows the rivalry between Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso, two martial arts instructors who reopen their dojos. Cobra Kai has been praised for its well-written characters, fun fight scenes, and nostalgic 1980s setting. The show’s fifth season premiered in September 2022 and was watched by over 90 million people in its first 28 days.
11. Arcane
Arcane is an American animated action-adventure series that was released in 2021. The show is based on the League of Legends video game and follows two sisters who fight on opposite sides of a civil war in the fictional city of Piltover. Arcane has been praised for its stunning visuals, well-written characters, and complex storyline. The show was watched by over 80 million people in its first 28 days.
12. Shadow and Bone
Shadow and Bone is an American fantasy series that premiered in 2021. The show follows Alina Starkov, a young woman who discovers that she is the Sun Summoner, a powerful Grisha who can control light. Shadow and Bone has been praised for its stunning visuals, well-written characters, and complex storyline. The show’s second season premiered in
