Top Netflix Series January 2025
Welcome to our curated guide on the top Netflix series for January 2025.
We've handpicked a selection of 52 must-watch shows, featuring a mix of popular licensed content alongside some of Netflix’s most celebrated original series.
Each month, Netflix refreshes its impressive catalog, so be sure to explore our guide on all the new releases this January.
Additionally, don’t miss our rundown of titles departing from Netflix this month; you wouldn’t want to start a series only to find it's leaving soon for another service.
With a plethora of films and series debuting regularly, scrolling endlessly can be overwhelming.
To streamline your viewing experience, take a look at our highlights of five new Netflix movies that have received outstanding ratings of over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.
If you’re in the mood for something different, our diverse selection is sure to offer a variety of options to satisfy your viewing cravings.
Enjoy your streaming journey!
Age Classification: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 3
Episode Duration: Approximately 49 Minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Sam Corlett
- Frida Gustavsson
- Leo Suter
- Bradley Freegard
- Laura Berlin
- David Oakes
Created By: Jeb Stuart
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%
Catch "Vikings: Valhalla" streaming on Netflix today!
Don't miss the trailer for "Vikings: Valhalla" available on YouTube!
Age Classification: TV-PG
Total Seasons: 9
Episode Length: Approximately 45 minutes
Key Cast Members: Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Danielle Panabaker, Carlos Valdes
Produced By: Greg Berlanti, Geoff Johns, Andrew Kreisberg
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 89%
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Catch "The Flash" streaming now on Netflix!
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Don't miss the trailer for "The Flash" available on YouTube!
Age Rating: TV-MA
Seasons: 1
Episode Duration: Approximately 52 minutes
Main Cast Includes:
- Tosin Cole
- Nadine Mills
- Josh Tedeku
- Adelayo Adedayo
- Calvin Demba
- Eric Kofi-Abrefa
Created By: Rapman
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 100%
• Stream Supacell on Netflix today
• Check out the Supacell trailer available on YouTube
Age Classification: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 2
Episode Duration: Approximately 39 minutes
Key Cast Members: Jaime King, Zoe Marlett, Justin Chu Cary, Christine Lee
Creators: Karl Schaefer, John Hyams
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 87%
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- You can start streaming Black Summer on Netflix today.
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- Check out the Black Summer trailer available on YouTube.
Age Rating: TV-14
Seasons: 1
Episode Runtime: Approximately 41 minutes
Key Cast:
- Hailee Steinfeld
- Ella Purnell
- Mia Sinclair Jenness
- Kevin Alejandro
- Katie Leung
Creators:
- Christian Linke
- Alex Yee
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 100%
- Experience 'Arcane' on Netflix today!
- Check out the trailer for 'Arcane' on YouTube!
Age Rating: Suitable for ages 7 and up
Total Seasons: 3 (or 7 if you count The Legend of Korra )
Episode Length: Approximately 24 minutes each
Key Voice Actors: Dee Bradley Baker, Zach Tyler Eisen, Mae Whitman, Jack De Sena, Dante Basco
Creators: Michael Dante DiMartino and Brian Konietzko
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 100%
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Catch Avatar: The Last Airbender streaming on Netflix today!
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Age Classification: TV-MA
Total Seasons: 1
Episode Length: Approximately 47 minutes
Featured Cast:
- Maya Erskine
- Masi Oka
- Darren Barnet
- Brenda Song
- George Takei
- Randall Park
Produced by: Amber Noizumi and Michael Green
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 96%
Catch "Blue Eye Samurai" streaming on Netflix now!
Don’t forget to check out the trailer on YouTube!
Age Rating: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 6
Episode Length: Approximately 26 Minutes
Key Cast Members: Will Arnett, Amy Sedaris, Alison Brie, Aaron Paul, Paul F. Tompkins
Creator: Raphael Bob-Waksberg
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%
Catch "BoJack Horseman" on Netflix today!
Check out the trailer for "BoJack Horseman" on YouTube!
Age Rating: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 1
Episode Duration: Approximately 25 minutes
Key Cast Members: Sunita Mani, Wunmi Mosaku, Alia Shawkat, Bob Stephenson, Ted Travelstead
Creators: Joseph Bennett, Charles Huettner
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 100%
Catch "Scavengers Reign" on Netflix today!
Don't forget to check out the trailer for "Scavengers Reign" on YouTube!
Age rating: 12+
Number of seasons: 1
Episode duration: Approximately 29 minutes
Key cast members: Ted Danson, Lilah Richcreek, Stephanie Beatriz, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Stephen McKinley Henderson
Created by: Michael Schur
Rotten Tomatoes score: 95%
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Available now: A Man on the Inside on Netflix
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Check out the trailer for A Man on the Inside on YouTube
The highly acclaimed series is currently available for streaming.
This show features a mature content rating of TV-MA and consists of one season.
Each episode runs for approximately 35 minutes.
Starring a talented cast including Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, David Choe, Young Mazino, Joseph Lee, and Patti Yasutake, it promises engaging storytelling.
The creator behind this hit is Lee Sung Jin, and it boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 98%.
Don't miss the chance to watch this captivating series on Netflix today.
You can also check out the trailer on YouTube for a sneak peek!
Age Rating: TV-14
Seasons: 8
Average Episode Length: Approximately 22 minutes
Key Cast:
- Andy Samberg
- Stephanie Beatriz
- Terry Crews
- Melissa Fumero
- Joe Lo Truglio
- Chelsea Peretti
- Andre Braugher
- Dirk Blocker
- Joel McKinnon Miller
Creators: Dan Goor and Michael Schur
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%
Catch Brooklyn Nine-Nine streaming on Netflix today!
Don't forget to check out the trailer for Brooklyn Nine-Nine on YouTube!
This intriguing series is rated TV-MA and consists of two seasons, with each episode running for approximately 28 minutes.
The talented cast features Natasha Lyonne, Greta Lee, Yul Vazquez, Elizabeth Ashley, Charlie Barnett, and Chloë Sevigny.
Behind the scenes, this show was brought to life by creators Natasha Lyonne, Leslye Headland, and Amy Poehler.
With a remarkable Rotten Tomatoes score of 97%, it's a must-watch.
Don't miss the chance to experience 'Russian Doll' on Netflix today.
You can also catch the trailer on YouTube for a sneak peek!
Age Classification: TV-12
Number of Seasons: 9
Episode Duration: Approximately 24 minutes
Key Cast Members: Jerry Seinfeld, Jason Alexander, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Richards
Creators: Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 89%
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• Stream Seinfeld on Netflix today
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• Check out the Seinfeld trailer on YouTube
Age Rating: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 4
Episode Duration: Approximately 54 minutes
Key Cast Members: Asa Butterfield, Emma Mackey, Ncuti Gatwa, Gillian Anderson, Connor Swindells, Aimee Lou Wood
Created By: Laurie Nunn
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 94%
Catch "Sex Education" streaming on Netflix today!
Don't forget to check out the trailer on YouTube!
Age Rating: TV-14
Total Seasons: 6
Episode Duration: Approximately 50 Minutes
Starring: Bob Odenkirk, Jonathan Banks, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian, Michael Mando
Creator: George Vincent Gilligan Jr.
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 98%
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• Stream "Better Call Saul" on Netflix today
• Check out the trailer for "Better Call Saul" on YouTube
Experience the gripping drama of a high school chemistry teacher turned meth manufacturer.
With five intense seasons, each episode runs for approximately 47 minutes, keeping you on the edge of your seat.
The series boasts a stellar cast, including Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, and RJ Mitte.
Conceived by the talented George Vincent Gilligan Jr., this show has earned an impressive 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Don't miss out—stream Breaking Bad on Netflix today.
Curious to see more? Check out the trailer available on YouTube.
One of the top picks available on Netflix right now is a gripping drama that has captured the attention of viewers.
This series features an age rating of TV-MA and spans four exciting seasons.
Each episode runs for approximately 60 minutes, making it perfect for binge-watching.
The main cast includes talented actors such as Jason Bateman, Laura Linney, Julia Garner, Sofia Hublitz, and Skylar Gaertner.
Created by Bill Dubuque, this show has garnered an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 82%.
Don’t miss out; you can start watching this acclaimed series on Netflix today.
For a sneak peek, check out the trailer available on YouTube.
Streaming Series Overview
Age Classification: TV-MA
Total Seasons: 6
Episode Duration: Approximately 58 minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Cillian Murphy
- Helen McCrory
- Paul Anderson
- Anabelle Wallis
- Joe Cole
- Sophie Rundle
- Alfie Evans-Meese
Creator: Steven Knight
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 93%
Catch Peaky Blinders on Netflix Today
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Age Rating: TV-PG
Number of Seasons: 6
Episode Length: Approximately 34 minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Ralph Macchio
- William Zabka
- Courtney Henggeler
- Xolo Maridueña
- Tanner Buchanan
- Mary Mouser
Creators:
- Josh Heald
- Jon Hurwitz
- Hayden Schlossberg
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 92%
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Catch Cobra Kai streaming on Netflix today!
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Age Rating: TV-14
Number of Seasons: 9
Episode Duration: Approximately 44 minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Gabriel Macht
- Patrick J. Adams
- Rick Hoffman
- Sarah Rafferty
- Meghan Markle
Creator: Aaron Korsh
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 91%
• Stream Suits on Netflix today
• Check out the Suits trailer on YouTube
With a TV-MA age rating, this captivating series spans six seasons, offering episodes that last approximately 55 minutes each.
The talented cast features Claire Foy, Matt Smith, Vanessa Kirby, Olivia Colman, Imelda Staunton, Dominic West, Emma Corrin, Elizabeth Debicki, Lesley Manville, and Helena Bonham Carter.
Created by the brilliant mind of Peter Morgan, the show currently holds an impressive 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Don't miss the chance to experience this acclaimed series—stream it now on Netflix.
For a sneak peek, check out the trailer available on YouTube.
Age Rating: TV-MA
Total Seasons: 2
Episode Duration: Approximately 49 minutes
Starring: Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Neve Campbell, Becki Newton, Jazz Raycole, Angus Sampson, Christopher Gorham
Created by: David E. Kelley
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 85%
- Enjoy "The Lincoln Lawyer" available on Netflix now.
- Check out the trailer for "The Lincoln Lawyer" on YouTube.
Age Rating: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 1
Episode Length: Approximately 56 minutes
Starring:
- Anya Taylor-Joy
- Bill Camp
- Harry Melling
- Thomas Brodie-Sangster
- Marielle Heller
- Moses Ingram
Creators: Scott Frank and Allan Scott
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 96%
• Stream "The Queen's Gambit" on Netflix today
• Check out the trailer for "The Queen's Gambit" on YouTube
Experience the epic saga of The Last Kingdom, now available for streaming on Netflix.
This acclaimed series boasts five thrilling seasons, each episode lasting approximately 55 minutes.
Key performances come from a talented cast, including Alexander Dreymon, Tobias Santelmann, and Emily Cox.
The show, created by Stephen Butchard, has garnered a remarkable 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, reflecting its quality and popularity.
Don't miss out on this captivating journey—tune in to The Last Kingdom today!
For a sneak peek, check out the trailer on YouTube.
Age Rating: M
Seasons: 5
Episode Length: Approximately 48 Minutes
Cast Highlights: Ashley Walters, Kano, Jasmine Jobson, Little Simz
Created By: Ronan Bennett
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 97%
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Stream Top Boy on Netflix today
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Check out the trailer for Top Boy Season 1
Experience the excitement of "One Piece," a Netflix original series that captivates audiences with its thrilling narrative and vibrant characters.
This action-packed adventure series is suitable for viewers aged 14 and over.
With just one season currently available, each episode runs for approximately 56 minutes, making it a perfect binge-watch option.
The show features a talented ensemble cast, including Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Romero Gibson, Taz Skylar, Vincent Regan, Jeff Ward, and Morgan Davies, all of whom bring the beloved characters to life.
Created by Eiichiro Oda, the series has received an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 85%, reflecting its popularity and critical acclaim.
Don't miss the chance to watch "One Piece" now streaming on Netflix!
For a sneak peek, check out the trailer available on YouTube.
The Sandman is an intriguing show worth your time this January 2025.
Here are the key details:
- Age Rating : TV-MA
- Seasons Available : Currently 1
- Episode Length : Approximately 49 minutes each
- Main Cast Includes : Tom Sturridge, Boyd Holbrook, Vivienne Acheampong, and Patton Oswalt
- Creator : Neil Gaiman
- Rotten Tomatoes Score : 88%
Don't miss out on this captivating series!
You can find The Sandman streaming on Netflix right now.
Also, check out the trailer on YouTube for a sneak peek!
Age Classification: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 3 (plus The Witcher: Blood Origin )
Average Episode Length: Approximately 57 minutes
Key Cast Members: Henry Cavill, Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan, Eamon Farren
Developed By: Lauren Schmidt Hissrich
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 80%
• Stream The Witcher on Netflix today
• Check out The Witcher trailer on YouTube
The captivating series Archive 81 is now streaming on Netflix.
This show carries a TV-MA rating, making it suitable for mature audiences.
It consists of a single season, with each episode running approximately 60 minutes.
The talented main cast features Mamoudou Athie, Dina Shihabi, Evan Jonigkeit, and Julia Chan.
Rebecca Sonnenshine is the creative mind behind this intriguing series.
With a Rotten Tomatoes score of 87%, it has garnered positive reviews.
Don't miss out—tune in to Archive 81 on Netflix today!
You can also check out the trailer for Archive 81 on YouTube.
This gripping series, rated TV-MA, offers a compelling mix of horror and drama.
It consists of a single season, with each episode running approximately 62 minutes.
The talented cast features notable actors including Carla Gugino, Bruce Greenwood, Mary McDonnell, Kate Siegel, Henry Thomas, Mark Hamill, and Rahul Kohli.
Under the creative direction of Mike Flanagan, the show has garnered an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 90%.
You can currently stream "The Fall of the House of Usher" on Netflix.
Don't forget to check out the trailer available on YouTube for a sneak peek!
Genre : Horror/Drama
Rating : TV-MA
Total Seasons : 1
Episode Length : Approximately 64 minutes each
Key Cast Members : - Zach Gilford- Kate Siegel- Hamish Linklater- Samantha Sloyan- Rahul Kohli- Kristin Lehman- Henry Thomas
Produced By : Mike Flanagan
Rotten Tomatoes Score : 87%
Available : Stream "Midnight Mass" on Netflix today
Official Trailer : Check out the trailer for "Midnight Mass" on YouTube
Age Classification: TV-MA
Number of Seasons: 1
Episode Duration: Approximately 58 minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Carla Gugino
- Victoria Pedretti
- Kate Siegel
- Michiel Huisman
- Oliver Jackson-Cohen
- Elizabeth Reaser
- Timothy Hutton
Creator: Mike Flanagan
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 93%
• Stream The Haunting of Hill House on Netflix today
• Check out the The Haunting of Hill House trailer on YouTube
Age Rating: TV-MA
Seasons Available: 4
Average Episode Length: Approximately 61 minutes
Key Cast Members:
- Millie Bobby Brown
- Finn Wolfhard
- Noah Schnapp
- Caleb McLaughlin
- Sadie Sink
- Gaten Matarazzo
- David Harbour
- Winona Ryder
Created By: The Duffer Brothers
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 91%
Catch "Stranger Things" streaming on Netflix today!
Don't miss the trailer for "Stranger Things" available on YouTube!
Netflix Series Highlights
Age Rating: TV-14
Total Seasons: 8 (Including 3 spin-offs from Germany, Brazil, and Japan)
Episode Length: Approximately 48 minutes each
Key Cast Members:
- Antoni Porowski
- Bobby Berk
- Jonathan Van Ness
- Karamo Brown
- Tan France
Creator: David Collins
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%
Enjoy "Queer Eye" on Netflix today!
Check out the trailer for "Queer Eye" on YouTube!
Age Rating: TV-14
Number of Seasons: 2
Episode Duration: Approximately 48 Minutes
Key Cast Members: Tan France, Alexa Chung, Gigi Hadid
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 85%
• Stream "Next in Fashion" on Netflix today
• Check out the trailer for "Next in Fashion" on YouTube
Age Rating: TV-MA
Total Seasons: 2
Episode Duration: Approximately 52 minutes each
Key Cast Members: Latto, Ludacris, DJ Khaled
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%
- Stream Rhythm + Flow on Netflix today
- Check out the Rhythm + Flow trailer on YouTube
Age Rating: TV-MA
Total Seasons: 3 (including the spin-off Queen Charlotte )
Average Episode Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Key Cast Members: Adjoa Andoh, Jonathan Bailey, Nicola Coughlan, Ruth Gemmell, Phoebe Dynevor, Simone Ashley, Luke Newton, Claudia Jessie, Golda Rosheuvel, Luke Thompson
Creator: Chris Van Dusen
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 84%
• Stream _Bridgerton on Netflix today_
• Check out the _Bridgerton trailer on YouTube_
