Netflix’s original slate for 2025 has been somewhat inconsistent, and there haven’t been many movies or shows that have stayed with me after finishing. However, I’ve found this year’s international slate to be much stronger, with the Taiwanese dark thriller “The Resurrected” being a compelling binge-watch, and now the Japanese action series “Last Samurai Standing.”
After watching the new series, I’m confident in calling it one of the best streaming originals of 2025, partly because it’s very reminiscent of “Squid Game” and “Shogun,” but also because it’s a genuinely thrilling story that packs in brutal action and emotion. It’s one of the easiest binge-watches ever. The show is currently ranked No. 7 in Netflix's top 10 (as of Nov. 21), so it has definitely found an audience.
