This fall, Netflix is saying goodbye to several series, including the slasher anthology “Scream” and the ‘90s sitcom “Sister, Sister.” Luckily, there are still dozens of fan favorites and critically acclaimed shows to binge. (Here’s a list of the most watched Netflix original movies and shows of all time.)
To determine the best series to stream on Netflix this September, 24/7 Tempo reviewed data on audience reception from IMDb, a wholly owned subsidiary of Amazon. Television shows streaming on Netflix were ranked based on average IMDb user rating as of Sept. 1, 2023. Only shows with at least 10,000 user reviews were considered. In the case of tied scores, shows with more reviews were rated higher. Data on streaming availability for September 2023 is from Reelgood.
If historical drama with plenty of fight scenes is what you’re after, try “The Last Kingdom,” a five-season epic tale of conquest between the Saxons and the Vikings as Alfred the Great attempts to unify the disparate kingdoms that would become England. Another action-packed show full of villains is “Narcos,” a look at the career of Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar.
Several animated series are on the list, including “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” a fantasy tale that follows a group of youths with extraordinary powers as they attempt to prevent an evil lord from destroying the delicate balance between four contrasting nations, as well as “Cowboy Bebop,” a Japanese anime space western about a crew of interplanetary bounty hunters.
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Documentary series include the British nature series “Our Planet,” as well as the true-crime show “Making a Murderer,” and the stunt-filled automotive offering “Top Gear.” Comedies include the classic sitcom about life in New York, “Seinfeld,” and the offbeat Canadian cult favorite “Trailer Park Boys.” (These are the best international shows to ever stream on Netflix.)
50. Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995-1996)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 78,439
> Episode count: 26
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49. Sacred Games (2018-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 90,873
> Episode count: 16
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48. The Last Kingdom (2015-2022)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 157,663
> Episode count: 46
47. Cobra Kai (2018-2023)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 197,030
> Episode count: 51
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46. Community (2009-2015)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 281,916
> Episode count: 110
45. Twenty Five Twenty One (2022)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 11,115
> Episode count: 16
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44. Flower of Evil (2020)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 11,541
> Episode count: 36
43. The Great British Baking Show (2010-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 11,710
> Episode count: 169
42. Call the Midwife (2012-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 29,191
> Episode count: 114
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41. It’s Okay to Not Be Okay (2020)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 29,785
> Episode count: 16
40. Trailer Park Boys (2001-2018)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 47,877
> Episode count: 106
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39. Justice League (2001-2004)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 49,562
> Episode count: 52
38. Heartstopper (2022-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 69,282
> Episode count: 24
37. Making a Murderer (2015-2018)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 100,053
> Episode count: 20
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36. The Crown (2016-2023)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 233,595
> Episode count: 60
35. Shameless (2011-2021)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 263,026
> Episode count: 134
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34. Mindhunter (2017-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 313,706
> Episode count: 19
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33. Justice League Unlimited (2004-2006)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 18,752
> Episode count: 39
32. Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 21,817
> Episode count: 16
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31. Wentworth (2013-2021)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 23,556
> Episode count: 100
30. Haikyu!! (2014-2020)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 31,122
> Episode count: 89
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29. Crash Landing on You (2019-2020)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 36,118
> Episode count: 19
28. Monster (2004-2005)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 38,326
> Episode count: 75
27. Anne with an E (2017-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 61,434
> Episode count: 27
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26. Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 70,103
> Episode count: 76
25. Top Gear (2002-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 123,562
> Episode count: 327
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24. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 130,628
> Episode count: 55
23. One Punch Man (2015-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 175,536
> Episode count: 25
22. Arrested Development (2003-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 316,509
> Episode count: 84
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21. Dark (2017-2020)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 418,860
> Episode count: 26
20. House of Cards (2013-2018)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 519,588
> Episode count: 73
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19. Black Mirror (2011-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 608,362
> Episode count: 27
18. Stranger Things (2016-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 1,270,653
> Episode count: 42
17. Alchemy of Souls (2022-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 13,106
> Episode count: 30
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16. Vinland Saga (2019-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 57,985
> Episode count: 48
15. Chappelle’s Show (2003-2006)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 69,269
> Episode count: 33
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14. Narcos (2015-2017)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 450,534
> Episode count: 30
13. Peaky Blinders (2013-2022)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 602,334
> Episode count: 36
12. Cowboy Bebop (1998-1999)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 130,155
> Episode count: 26
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11. One Piece (1999-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 175,838
> Episode count: 1,081
10. Seinfeld (1989-1998)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 337,072
> Episode count: 173
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9. Death Note (2006-2007)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 353,859
> Episode count: 37
8. Friends (1994-2004)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 1,042,532
> Episode count: 235
7. Kota Factory (2019-2021)
> IMDb user rating: 9.0/10
> IMDb user votes: 77,442
> Episode count: 10
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6. Hunter x Hunter (2011-2014)
> IMDb user rating: 9.0/10
> IMDb user votes: 118,159
> Episode count: 148
5. Arcane (2021-present)
> IMDb user rating: 9.0/10
> IMDb user votes: 240,532
> Episode count: 10
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4. Better Call Saul (2015-2022)
> IMDb user rating: 9.0/10
> IMDb user votes: 600,271
> Episode count: 63
3. Our Planet (2019-2023)
> IMDb user rating: 9.3/10
> IMDb user votes: 47,973
> Episode count: 13
2. Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)
> IMDb user rating: 9.3/10
> IMDb user votes: 341,078
> Episode count: 62
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1. Breaking Bad (2008-2013)
> IMDb user rating: 9.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 2,027,938
> Episode count: 62
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