We’re all stuck at home because of the stupid Coronavirus. It stinks. A lot of people are using this time to do new things like read new books, go out for short walks, and various other activities. The point is we’re all trying to keep our sanity in some way shape or form. One of those ways is binging Netflix.
Whether you’re in the middle of your favorite show or you’re waiting for the new Pokémon movie or another serial killer documentary, Netflix is churning out some of the most binge-worthy shows. Netflix has every genre under the sun. So, since everyone is trying new things, why not check out some new shows for yourself? Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, here are 15 of the most binge-worthy tv shows on Netflix right now.
15 A Show About Superheroes With A Questionable Past? Yes, Please!
Imagine going about your day and then all of a sudden BAM! You’re in excruciating pain, delivering a baby. Keep in mind…you were never pregnant until that very moment. That’s what happens in The Umbrella Academy. But wait, there’s more! Some random man buys your new baby along with six others that were born and turns them into a team of superheroes complete with super powers. The Umbrella Academy isn’t your regular box office superhero team in so many ways, but mostly because the cast of siblings is incredibly diverse, which is honestly refreshing.
14 YOU Will Make You Delete Your Dating Profile ASAP
That couple walking hand-in-hand. They look happy. But looks can be deceiving. How did he attract such a lovely woman? Maybe he’s got a great personality. Maybe they met through a mutual friend. Maybe it was by chance. Or...that chance meeting was calculated and the result of a few dead bodies.
13 Three Words. Death Metal Anime.
Office life. The cubicle struggle. Mundane and monotonous. It must suck to do the same thing over and over again. Type this and fax that. You’ve got to have an outlet to vent out your frustrations from the daily 9-5. In the anime series, Aggretsuko, introvert, red panda Retsuko concludes the work day with a round of death metal karaoke.
12 Greenleaf Makes You Question A Pastor’s Intentions
Megachurches are so popular nowadays. The families of the leaders of the megachurches are all so loved. But, have you ever wondered how a modest preacher and his wife grew a congregation from 20 people to 20,000? The Greenleaf family lived in harmony until estranged daughter, Grace, returns after 20 years and unearths some secrets that were meant to stay buried.
11 Seis Manos Is A New Kind Of Anime
What if I told you there is an anime series set in 1970’s Mexico, centered around three orphans studying martial arts with an old Chinese kung-fu master? Ok, but seriously though, Seis Manos is an awesome show. You’ve got your action, drama, and a little bit of witchcraft sprinkled in there. The three orphans are level-headed Isabella, drunk jokester Jesús, and mute Silencio. Life is pretty peaceful for them in the town of San Simon until El Balde starts to wreak havoc.
10 Wentworth Makes Orange Is The New Black Look Like Juvie
The doors shut behind you. You walk through gen pop with the other inmates taunting you. “Fresh meat,” they scream. Weeks go by and you’re sick of the leader of the women. There’s no way to knock her off her throne unless you fight her, and win. You may not walk away with your life, but you’re in here until your last breath. So, you think you’ve got what it takes to be Top Dog?
9 Castlevania Gives Dracula A New Story
Dracula was minding his business when human Lisa appeared on his doorstep. They married and had a child. Life was grand until a crazed preacher burned Lisa at the stake. Dracula decided all of Wallachia, no, mankind had to pay. It’s now up to Trevor Belmont, Sypha, and Dracula’s own son, Alucard, to stop him.
8 Marie Kondo Will Make You Want To Clean Your House And Everyone Else’s
In Tidying Up with Marie Kondo, Marie Kondo is an organizing consultant that helps families in desperate need of cleaning up their homes. However, Kondo isn’t like your average consultant. She uses her special method of organization called the KonMari method that’s a surefire way of changing the way people keep their homes tidy.
7 Kim’s Convenience Will Have You In Stitches
The Korean-Canadian Kim family own a convenience store called Kim’s Convenience in Toronto. The series revolves around them and their strange customers. Ill-tempered Mr. Kim, meddling mother Mrs. Kim, photography student Janet, and estranged son Jung find some strange way of getting into a situation every episode. Jung’s best friend Kimchee and Janet’s roommate Gerald are an added bonus to the comedy series. Season four of the show just dropped, go check it out!
6 Idris Elba Is The Worst Manny In Turn Up Charlie
Charlie was a big deal…like 5 years ago. He’s a has-been DJ with a famous actor friend David. David just so happens to be married to one of the hottest DJs in the world, Sara. Charlie thinks Sara wants to collaborate which would catapult him back into the spotlight. Joke’s on him because the position is actually to nanny her bad*** daughter, Gabrielle.
5 Super Drags Is The Perfect Queer Cartoon
It’s not a bird. It’s not a plane. It’s the Super Drags, honey! In a world where the LGBT community needs protecting, three men are department store employees who double as drag superheroes. When the evil Lady Elza drains the highlight from the community and kidnaps superstar Goldiva, it’s up to Scarlet Carmesim, Lemon Chiffon, and Safira Cyan to save the day! Sadly, it's only got one short season, but it's still a great watch!
4 Need A New K-Drama To Watch? Check Out Itaewon Class
You know that weird kid in class that’s absolutely fine with being the weird kid? Yeah, that’s Park Sae-ro-yi. Life was perfect for him until his father’s boss’ son ruined his life. How you ask? Well, let’s just say he ends up in prison because rich people suck. Upon his release, he opens up a restaurant with a ragtag team of friends and of course, hilarity ensues.
3 Kaz Kaan Is Neo Yokio’s Hottest Demon-Hunting Bachelor
In the 19th century, magicians saved the city from demons. Ever since then, magicians and their descendants are treated like royalty and are aptly known as “Magistocrats.” Kaz Kaan is a demon-hunting Magistocrat who is more melancholy than the latest Lana Del Rey album. Aside from keeping the streets of Neo Yokio safe, he’s in constant competition with Arcangelo for the number one spot on the city’s “Bachelor’s List.”
2 Cannon Busters Takes You On An Immortal Bounty-Hunting Adventure
The series is centered around fembot Sam, her robot companion Casey, and Philly the Kid. Yup, you read that right, not Billy, Philly. However, he is an outlaw. Oh, did I forget to mention he’s an immortal outlaw with a bounty on his head and that whenever he dies, his death count is tattooed on his body? So, Sam and Casey enlist foul-mouthed Philly’s help getting them to Gara’s Keep. Why? Well, I guess you’ll have to watch the show to find out!
1 Rilakkuma And Kaoru Is Full Of Stop-Motion Goodness
What if two cute little bears showed up at your front door, would you let them move in? That’s what Kaoru did. If you’re a fan of stop-motion, then you’ll definitely love this series. Aside from the daily shenanigans her pets get into, Rilakkuma and Kaoru whimsically tells the story of Kaoru, a thirty-year-old woman trying to navigate life.