Here at Tom's Guide, we track the most popular TV shows across all the best streaming services, and one of the easiest ways to see what people are watching is by taking a look at each platform's top 10 charts. This can be a great way to get some quick recommendations... but there's a catch.
As we always say, you can't always guarantee that what's trending on any streamer — Netflix included — is definitely worth adding to your watchlist. And that's precisely why we give you a weekly breakdown of the three Netflix top 10 shows that are actually worthy of your precious viewing time.
Please note: these picks are based on the Netflix U.S. top 10 as of Tuesday, May 5. With that quick bit of housekeeping out of the way, you can find my three trending Netflix picks (and a full breakdown of the top 10) below.
Best shows in the Netflix top 10
'BEEF'
If you've not yet managed to make time for "BEEF" season 2, I'd definitely suggest getting caught up. The first season of this searing comedy-drama spiralled out from a road-rage incident involving Ali Wong and Steven Yeun; this time, "BEEF" season 2's epic rivalry involves two couples.
Here, we meet millennial country club manager, Josh (Oscar Isaac), and his partner, Lindsay (Carey Mulligan), and a newly-engaged younger pair of Gen Zers — Austin (Charles Melton) and Ashley (Cailee Spaeny) — who both work as low-level staff at the country club. When Austin and Ashley witness a fight between their boss and his wife, it triggers a fierce game between the two couples as they start to vie for the approval of the elitist club's Korean billionaire owner (Youn Yuh-jung), who is also trying to manage her own scandal.
Watch "BEEF" season 2 on Netflix now
'Man on Fire'
Looking to liven up your viewing this month? You might want to check out Netflix's intense new thriller "Man on Fire."
This high-octane new series tells the story of John Creasy (played by "Wonder Man" star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II). Creasy was once a skilled Special Forces Mercenary known for escaping even the most deadly situations... but now he's a man haunted by his past. He sets off on a path to try to overcome his demons, but he finds himself being pulled back into the fray and forced to fight harder than he ever has.
Watch "Man on Fire" on Netflix now
'Running Point' season 2
Kate Hudson's workplace comedy "Running Point" won over Netflix subscribers last year upon its debut, and the sophomore season continued that trend, as the show's consistently been one of the most popular shows on Netflix since its return last month.
If you're yet to check it out, the series revolves around Isla Gordon (Hudson), a former party girl who finds herself appointed President of the LA Waves basketball franchise when her brother's forced to step down. After proving herself worthy of her new position in season 1, Isla faces even bigger challenges. For starters, Cam (Justin Theroux) is back and quietly making moves to reclaim his seat from his sister.
Watch "Running Point" season 2 on Netflix now
Full Netflix top 10
- "Should I Marry a Murderer?"
- "Man on Fire"
- "La Brea"
- "Running Point"
- "Homicide Squad: New Orleans"
- "Hulk Hogan: Real American"
- "Unchosen"
- "Funny AF With Kevin Hart"
- "Beef"
- "Salish & Jordan Matter"
