The 10 most popular TV shows on Netflix right now | Digital Trends (2024)

Genre

Drama

Stars

India Ria Amarteifio, Corey Mylchreest, Arsema Thomas

Created by

Shonda Rhimes

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In 2020, Bridgerton became a worldwide sensation with its first season and the sixth most-watched English-language show of all time on Netflix. Its second season took the series to new heights, surpassing season 1 in viewership — it currently sits fourth on the list of most popular Netflix shows of all time list. Because of the success of the flagship series, Shonda Rimes is expanding the Bridgerton universe with the first prequel spinoff series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

The six-episode series is told over two timelines: In 1761, a young Queen Charlotte (India Amarteifio) meets and marries King George (Corey Mylchreest), rising to power as the king begins to struggle with mental illness. And in 1817 (the present Bridgerton timeline), Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) learns about the tragic death of her granddaughter Princess Charlotte of Wales, which forces the Queen to pressure her children to marry and have another heir. The series drew 148 million hours of viewing worldwide in its first four days, the fourth-biggest opening of 2023 on Netflix.

Genre

Drama, Crime

Stars

Bryan Cranston, Hope Davis, Isiah Whitlock Jr.

Created by

Peter Moffat

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After visiting his mother’s grave, Adam Desiato (Hunter Doohan) gets into a hit-and-run accident, resulting in the death of another teenager. Shocked by what happened, Adam drives home and tries to destroy any evidence of the crime. Adam is the son of Michael Desiato (Bryan Cranston), a New Orleans judge with an admirable reputation. Adam confesses to Michael, who encourages his son to turn himself in.

However, things change when Adam reveals the teenager he killed is the son of Jimmy Baxter (Michael Stuhlbarg), a drug kingpin. Jimmy will kill Adam if he finds out, so Michael decides to use his power to cover up the crime. Michael’s ensuing decisions force him to go against the laws he swore to uphold.

Genre

American historical fiction-romance

Stars

Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Jonathan Bailey

Created by

Chris Van Dusen

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After a fiery first season that ended in a marriage between Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), the Duke of Hastings, Bridgerton returns for its second season with another hot and steamy romance. Based on Julia Quinn’s second Bridgerton novel, The Viscount Who Loved Me, Bridgerton season 2 spotlights Anthony Bridgerton(Jonathan Bailey).

As the head of the family, Anthony feels pressure to look after his mother and siblings, meaning he has little time for romance. However, Anthony knows that, as a Viscount, he must find a wife. Enter Edwina Sharma (Charithra Chandran), the diamond of the social season. Anthony sees Edwina as a good match because of her grace, nobility, and intelligence. Yet, to win Edwina, Anthony has to impress her sister, Kate (Simone Ashley), who may have feelings for the Viscount.

Genre

American historical fiction-romance

Stars

Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Jonathan Bailey

Created by

Chris Van Dusen

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Put on your best suit or gown, grab the latest edition of the scandal sheet from Lady Whistledown, and head to Regency Era in Netflix’s Bridgerton. Based on the book series by Julia Quinn,Bridgertonfollows the Bridgerton family, a noble and well-respected family in London. There are eight siblings, including Anthony (Wicked‘s Jonathan Bailey), Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor), Colin (Luke Newton), and Eloise (Claudia Jessie).

The first season picks up at the start of the social season in 1813. Daphne is one of the debutantes being introduced into society. Once Daphne is named the social season’s diamond, she draws numerous suitors, none of which she likes or appreciates. Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), the Duke of Hastings and old friend of Anthony, pretends to court Daphne to fend off his potential suitors and increase Daphne’s chances of finding the right man. Bridgerton brings the heat in the romantic department, but it’s also a charming costume drama that’s easy to digest.

Genre

Documentary

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For those unfamiliar with Ashley Madison, it’s an online dating service where married people can look for affairs. Launched in 2002, the Canadian website uses the tagline, “Life is short. Have an affair.” In 2015, a hacker group known as The Impact Team threatened to leak private information about Ashley Madison’s users if the site continued to run.

In August 2015, The Impact Team held up their word and released lots of data regarding the site’s users. The data breach is one of the topics covered in the new series Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal. The show explores how Ashley Madison rose to power, the ensuing hack that killed its momentum, and the eventual rebirth of the site.

Genre

Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids, Family

Stars

Paul-Mikél Williams, Sean Giambrone, Darren Barnet

Created by

Scott Kreamer, Zack Stentz

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After the events in Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, “The Nublar Six” reunite for a new mission on the mainland in the animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory. After the dinosaurs were released from captivity in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the prehistoric creatures now roam the Earth freely and live alongside humans.

The Nublar Six are being hunted, so they reunite to figure out who might be after them. During their investigation, the group uncovers a conspiracy that threatens all living things — humans and dinosaurs — and learns about “what happened to one of their own.”

Genre

Drama, Mystery

Stars

Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann, McKinley Belcher III

Created by

Abi Morgan

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Osca nominee Benedict Cumberbatch is a father searching for his missing son in the new limited series, Eric. Vincent is a puppeteer and creator of the children’s television show Good Day Sunshine. One day, Vincent’s nine-year-old son, Edgar (Ivan Morris Howe), goes missing while heading to school. This sinks Vincent into depression as he cuts himself off from his friends and family.

The only thing giving Vincent hope is Edgar’s old drawings of a blue monster named Eric. Vincent believes if he gets Eric on television, it will reunite him with Edgar. Yet, Vincent’s mental health begins to deteriorate as he begins to see Eric in his real life. It’s only a matter of time before things turn for the worse.