The best Netflix shows to watch

In the mood for a new drama, doc or comedy? Look no further than our favorite streaming picks

Suddenly found yourself with a lot of extra time shut indoors? Wile away the hours by binging some of the best Netflix shows you can watch right now...

THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY

Netflix's most overlooked show. Centred around a bunch of superhero siblings, this is a sharply written, super funny series. If you don't adore Number Five, you're dead inside.

Region: Worldwide
Season(s): 1-2

BETTER CALL SAUL

Remember the screwy lawyer from Breaking Bad? This show's all about him. Taking place both before and after Walter White's doomed tale, this is whip-smart, expertly directed drama.

Region: Worldwide
Season(s): 1-5

THE LAST DANCE

Even if you don't know your Scottie Pippin from your Space Jam, this mesmerizing series will still hook you in. One of the best sports docs ever, it chronicles Michael Jordon's last season at the Chicago Bulls.

Region: Worldwide
Season(s): 1

STRANGER THINGS

A magical patchwork quilt of loving '80s references sewn together to make a riveting sci-fi show. Imagine The Goonies but with dimension-hopping aliens, and you're pretty much there.

Region: Worldwide
Season(s): 1-3

PEAKY BLINDERS

Often dubbed the British Boardwalk Empire, Peaky has already surpassed the HBO drama. Set in 1919 on the mean streets of Birmingham, this is an electric, brilliantly acted crime series.

Region: UK, US
Season(s): 1-5

SEX EDUACTION

Fresh and easy to binge thanks to its fun, young cast, you may go into this raunchy comedy expecting crass humor. And sure, while those gags exist, the overall show is rather tender.

Region: Worldwide
Season(s): 1-2

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