3 Netflix Shows You Need to Binge This Week

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The first full week of 2026 is here, and it's easy to get excited ahead of the impressive line-up of new and returning shows set to hit the biggest streamers this year. From the tale of journalist Anna Andrews (Tessa Thompson) and Detective Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal) in the debuting His & Hers to new seasons of hit series like The Boys, The Pitt, and the beloved Netflix period drama Bridgerton, there really is something for everyone this coming year. However, it's important not to get ahead of oneself, as there are many great shows currently available to fill your time before the highlighted dates on your calendar. With that in mind, here's a look at three other shows you should give a try on Netflix this week.

For more recommendations, check out our list of the best shows and movies on Netflix.

Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.

3 'Stranger Things' (2016–2025)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 8.6/10

Following the December 31 final episode, which delivered plenty of jaw-dropping moments and left audiences stunned, the sci-fi spectacle Stranger Things has continued dominating the global streaming charts. This week, that is set to continue, as those yet to catch up on the fifth and final season finally indulge in the last chapter in the tale of the brave, young, monster-fighting locals of a 1980s Indiana neighborhood.

Sure, the final season has proven divisive, but that shouldn't take away from Stranger Things' place among the very best shows of all time. A spectacle that proves television can rival film, this sci-fi series has something for everyone, and it set in motion several of the brightest Hollywood careers of today. Simply put, everyone with a Netflix subscription should watch Stranger Things at least once; you might just have to set aside plenty of time to do it.

2 'The Red Road' (2014–2015)

Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 7.3/10

If you've completed Stranger Things Season 5 and are still seeking some viewing with an edge, why not check out this underrated mystery thriller currently shooting up the streaming charts? The Red Road follows town Sheriff Harold Jensen (Martin Henderson) as he battles tension in his family and community by throwing himself into work.

Also starring the high-profile pair of Jason Momoa and Julianne Nicholson, The Red Road boasts immersive central performances and a narrative that is both entertaining and realistic. Likened by some to Dark Winds, this underrated series offers a thrilling and dramatic time as it twists and turns its way to a gripping finale.

1 'North of North' (2025–Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.5/10

A 2025 hit series that might have flown under your radar, the Canadian comedy North of North should be near the top of your watchlist heading into 2026. The series follows Siaja (Anna Lambe), an Inuk woman in a fictional Canadian Arctic town who feels trapped in her relationship. Looking to build a new future, Siaja finds herself struggling under the weight of small community gossip and expectations.

With a perfect 100% critics' score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, North of North is well worth your time. A heartwarming, inspiring series that's both hilarious and poignant, the show is one of the best of its kind from the past 12 months and is deserving of much more attention. What's more, there are just nine episodes available to watch, making the series a perfect binge this week.