2026 has already been a big year for new series on Netflix; the streamer has debuted shows from a variety of genres, including period dramas, horror, and one of the raunchiest dramas in its library. Out of the glut of new offerings, we’ve compiled our top 10. We’re not including returning series in this list. Let’s dive in!

From emotionally devastating dramas to gripping psychological thrillers and heartfelt coming-of-age stories, Netflix has a strong catalog of shows that have scored high on review aggregator sites. Here are five Netflix Original shows that scored more than 90% on Rotten Tomatoes that you need to stream.

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This May on Netflix, crime is at an all-time high — and that’s just the way the streamer likes it. The platform has more great mysteries to watch than competitors like HBO Max and Hulu, and they just added two more that will make you want to cancel your other streaming subscriptions.

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