Despite the fact that Netflix still offers plenty of questionable-quality content, the streaming giant confidently maintains its leadership in the world of online platforms, continuing to attract new viewers with its wide selection of series and films.
And while Netflix may not have as many highly rated shows as, say, Apple TV+, it's still possible to find something truly great among the variety — and in this roundup, we highlight a few such gems.
The Leopard
A new historical series starring Deva Cassel in the lead role, The Leopard is the second screen adaptation of the classic 1958 novel — and according to many critics, it can be considered the more accurate version of the book.
The Leopard tells the story of a wealthy Italian family amid sweeping social change — and the series captivates not only with its plot but also with the immersive journey into a long-lost era. Though The Leopard premiered just a few weeks ago, it’s already being called one of Netflix’s strongest European projects in recent memory.
Running Point
The project was co-created by The Office star Mindy Kaling, and since its premiere on February 27, the series has remained at the top of Netflix’s charts for quite some time.
Kate Hudson takes on the lead role as Isla Gordon, a former party girl who suddenly finds herself both the head of a family and the manager of a professional basketball team. As one might expect, the series focuses on Isla’s efforts to learn how to be a big boss in the world of sports.
The Running Point not only held a firm place in global top lists but has already been greenlit for a second season — and fans are eagerly waiting.
Zero Day
Despite mixed reviews from critics, this political thriller starring Robert De Niro still became a true hit — not just for its extended run at the top of Netflix’s rankings, but also because it marks De Niro’s first major role on television.
The story centers around George Mullen, a former U.S. president who sets out to investigate a massive cyberattack code-named “Zero Day.” However, the deeper he digs, the more he begins to realize that behind the attack lies a terrifying conspiracy — one that may be rooted in his own past.
Toxic Town
This miniseries starring The White Lotus actress Aimee Lou Wood earned a flawless 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes — and for good reason. It’s definitely a must-watch for anyone who once appreciated HBO’s Chernobyl.
The story follows two young mothers whose lives turn into a nightmare when pollution from a steel plant in Corby causes severe illnesses in their children. The women decide to fight for truth and justice.
Adolescence
Another British miniseries that has already broken records and entered Netflix’s top ten most-viewed English-language titles. Adolescence stuns with both its gripping storyline and outstanding technical execution — each episode is filmed in a single continuous shot.
At the heart of the story is an investigation into a brutal murder committed by a thirteen-year-old boy. The series doesn’t ask who committed the crime — that’s clear from the beginning — but instead digs deeper into the reasons behind it, gradually revealing a chilling truth.
And if you don’t feel like waiting for new seasons of hit shows, we recommend checking out equally successful miniseries — we’ve already written about some of them here.
