Weekends are for winding down, and there’s no better way to do that than diving into a show you haven’t seen yet. If your watchlist is feeling a little stale, Netflix has just dropped a fresh lineup of series perfect for your downtime.
This week’s highlights include the return of a hit romantic period drama, a brand-new original comedy, and extra seasons of a police procedural sitcom. These are the kinds of shows you won’t be able to stop binge-watching. To save you from endless scrolling, I’ve picked three new-to-Netflix series that are absolutely worth streaming this weekend.
‘Bridgerton’ season 4
I think everyone who loves “Bridgerton” was practically screaming at their screen when Benedict (Luke Thompson) asked Sophie (Yerin Ha) to be his mistress after their fiery encounter on the staircase. I know I was. That’s why the wait for part 2 has felt especially painful, particularly after that steamy teaser dropped. On top of that, Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) and Kate (Simone Ashley) return from India with their baby, while Violet (Ruth Gemmell) continues exploring her desires at evening “tea.” If you haven’t delved into these episodes already, now’s your chance to experience all that fiery passion for yourself.
In the second half of “Bridgerton” season 4, the story continues the romantic journey of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek. After their dramatic encounter at a masquerade, Benedict has fallen for the mysterious Lady in Silver, unaware she’s actually Sophie, a maid working in the Bridgerton household. As the new episodes unfold, Benedict grapples with the consequences of a bold offer he made to Sophie that she rejected, and he seeks to prove his sincerity and understanding of her identity.
Stream "Bridgerton" season 4 part 2 on Netflix now
‘Crap Happens’
If you need something lighter to stream this weekend, the German-language comedy series “Crap Happens” is worth checking out. It has plenty of quirky humor with an offbeat, slightly surreal tone. The series stars German rapper Fatoni (Anton Schneider) and features a mix of characters from a small fictional town called Kacken an der Havel, including a talking baby duck named Tupac (yes, really). With its mash-up of familiar sitcom beats, unexpected character moments, and playful visual gags, it stands apart from more straightforward comedies on the platform.
“Crap Happens” follows Toni, a would-be rapper who spent nearly two decades in Berlin chasing musical success but still earns his keep baking pizzas. When his mother suddenly dies, he’s forced to return to his rural hometown of Kacken an der Havel, a place he long wanted to escape. Upon arriving, he’s presented with a chance at a career-changing opportunity just as he reconnects with a town full of oddball locals and his younger stepfather, Johnny Carrera. Things get even more complicated when a 13-year-old son he never knew he had, Charly, shows up in his life.
Stream "Crap Happens" on Netflix now
‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’
Speaking of sitcoms, “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” is finally streaming its latest two seasons on Netflix. Not only is it a popular and well‑liked show, but it has continued to draw interest from new viewers years after it ended, proving that this kind of series will always remain a go-to comfort watch. From the pilot onward, it’s clear the show has carved out its own comedic voice while still nodding to the style of classic sitcoms. The dialogue is quick and witty, the flashback cuts are perfectly timed, and it nails all the essentials of a strong single‑camera comedy.
“Brooklyn Nine‑Nine” is set in the fictional 99th Precinct of the New York City Police Department in Brooklyn. It centers on a team of detectives led by the newly appointed Captain Raymond Holt (Andre Braugher), whose serious, disciplined approach contrasts with the more carefree style of standout detective Jake Peralta (Andy Samberg). The show follows their day‑to‑day work at the precinct as they deal with various police cases and office happenings, and features a rotating cast including Stephanie Beatriz, Melissa Fumero, Chelsea Peretti, Terry Crews and more.
Stream "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" seasons 7-8 on Netflix now
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