Netflix original shows have been hitting stronger marks this year than the streamer’s movies. While some series still fall into predictable territory or feel like safe bets, 2025 has delivered a handful of standout originals that have earned genuine critical praise. And yes, while Rotten Tomatoes scores aren’t the final word on quality, they’re a useful starting point if you’re hunting for something genuinely well-made. After all, what you love is always up to you.
This year, Netflix has released several shows that earned impressively high scores on Rotten Tomatoes, ranging from tense thrillers to Emmy award-winning crime dramas. Among them, “Adolescence” absolutely shines brightest for me but it just misses the top spot in terms of pure ranking, sitting a mere three points shy of a perfect score.
