The holidays are a perfect time to get cozy on the couch and binge your favorite TV shows. And although it’s common to opt for that familiar comfort show you can’t get enough of (we see you, Friends fans!), Netflix has launched a variety of new TV shows and follow-up seasons that are too good to miss. If you struggle to find time to watch new episodes during the hectic holiday season, your winter break could offer some much-needed leisure time to catch up on what’s new—especially if you’re hesitant to commit to movies.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best Netflix series that you can binge—and finish—during the holidays. Whether you’re watching from start to finish or diving into a new season, these shows are sure to keep you entranced.
1. Man on the Inside
Based on the novel The Mole Agent by Maite Alberdi, Man on the Inside follows a retired professor—aka Ted Danson—whose simple life gets exponentially more interesting when a private investigator hires him to solve a theft case inside a retirement home. The show is packed with lighthearted comedy, mystery, and so much sincerity, managing to reach Netflix’s top 10 list during its first week.
2. Yellowjackets
With a new season release in February 2025, Yellowjackets is another show you can’t miss—especially if you’re looking for something with more thrill. The show follows a high school girl’s soccer team whose plane crashes in the wilderness; with little to no resources and a high school-level set of survival skills, the girls are forced to make do on their own. The show plays with the passage of time, the longterm effects of trauma, and the sacrifices you make when faced with an impossible problem. Plus, Netflix just released the show’s second season in time to catch up during the holidays!
3. Territory
Territory follows the world’s largest cattle farm as several people fight to inherit it. In order to determine the land’s owner, each character must go through a number of obstacles—and ambitious rivals—to reach the final decision. Each episode of this Australian, neo-Western show is packed with suspense.
4. Adoration
Another excellent choice for those who live for the thrill: Adoration. This Italian show follows a 16-year-old girl who vanishes without a trace. As the months pass by, more secrets of the young girl’s life are revealed, forcing her community to put the puzzle pieces together in order to find out where she went. This suspenseful show will keep you on the edge of your seat, so if you’re reminiscing about spooky season, give Adoration a chance.
5. The Empress
If you’re a Bridgerton fanatic, allow us to introduce you to the next chart-topping show following a glamorous monarch. Based on the true story of the Empress Elisabeth of Austria, The Empress follows Elisabeth as she falls in love with the Emperor Franz and becomes his bride. After joining the intriguing yet rule-abiding Habsburg monarchy, Elisabeth soon realizes the overwhelming politics and social dynamics of her seemingly lavish life. You’ll quickly find yourself watching episode after episode, eventually hoping the show gets renewed for its third season in 2025.
6. Kaos
Fresh off his role as the Wizard of Oz in Wicked, Jeff Goldblum stars in this dark comedy that re-imagines Greek mythology in a modern way. Kaos follows Prometheus as he attempts to overthrow the all-mighty Zeus—with a little help from mortal humans. Using the skills of Eurydice, Caeneus, and Ariadne, each episode of this high-energy show explores themes of power, gender, and life in the underworld, all with a star-studded cast.
