Netflix has already brought us a ton of new movies and shows throughout 2025, and there are still some major releases waiting in the wings ("Stranger Things" season 5, anyone?) Having a steady stream of new releases is a big plus, obviously, but it can also mean keeping up with what's on Netflix — and all the best streaming services, for that matter — a tall order.
And I say that as someone whose job is literally to keep up with what's happening in the world of entertainment. With that in mind, I've been keeping a close eye on the shows that have risen to the top throughout 2025 and put together a shortlist of shows I think viewers ought not to miss. If you read my last round-up of must-see Netflix No. 1 shows, feel free to skip ahead to my picks. Otherwise, I'll just quickly explain how I made my decisions.
