As Netflix’s ever-expanding library continues to grow, picking the right series can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for quality entertainment that stands out, here are three shows you shouldn’t miss.
Stranger Things
The upside-down universe of Hawkins, Indiana, remains a viewer favorite with its blend of supernatural thrills and nostalgic ’80s charm. Millie Bobby Brown is particularly captivating as Eleven.
Brought to life by Millie Bobby Brown, Eleven is an enigmatic young girl with telepathic abilities. Her performance adds emotional depth and a sense of urgency to the series. In an interview with ELLE, she shared,‘My mom was like, “No! That’s not happening.” And I was like, “Mom. You need to chill out; it’s gonna grow back,’
which highlights her dedication to embodying the character.
Sex Education
This British dramedy explores teenage sexuality with humor and heart. Asa Butterfield plays Otis Milburn, a teenager who teams up with a classmate to offer sex therapy sessions to their peers. The show brilliantly tackles contemporary issues while providing plenty of laughs.
A standout scene has Maeve telling Otis,‘You’re like some sort of strange sex savant’
, a reflection of both Otis’s growth and Butterfield’s acting prowess.
Never Have I Ever
This coming-of-age series created by Mindy Kaling offers a refreshing take on teenage struggles. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan stars as Devi Vishwakumar, whose life is narrated by John McEnroe. This unique choice reflects Devi’s fiery personality and internal conflicts.
Kaling explains that the show aims to highlight the real struggles of being a teen, especially when feeling different.‘For all of us in the writers’ room, particularly those of us who were the children of immigrants… it was about sharing those stories of feeling ‘other”
, she told The New York Times.
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