Seasons: 2 seasons, 16 episodes. Starring: Adjoa Andoh, Lorraine Ashbourne, Jonathan Bailey, Ruby, Barker, Sabrina Bartlett, Harriet Cains, Bessie Carter, Nicola Coughlan, Phoebe Dynevor, Ruth Gemmell Florence Hunt, Martins Imhangbe, and Claudia Jessie. Based on a collection of novels, Bridgeton is set in the Regency Era and tells the story of the Bridgeton family in search of love and marriage, all spiced with a dash of gossip.
Why is this s keeper: Bridgeton is what television is all about. If you haven’t watched it by now, then now is the time to watch it. This is a period drama adorned by 21st-century political correctness. It showcases intimacy, without being too vulgar, the script is seasoned with humor and sophisticated wit and each episode leaves you wanting more and more and more.
Love Is Blind (BEST)
Seasons: 2 seasons, 25 episodes. Love Is Blind is a dating reality show inspired by married at First Sight and The Bachelor. It was first launched in February 2020 and concluded two years later. It was adapted into both a Japanese version and a Brazilian one, both having a format similar to the original.
Why is this a keeper: Unlike other love-finding reality shows, Love Is Blind is the one to watch. We are not sure why, but this show brought to the screens true emotional moments, all decorated in a coat of authenticity. Not only did the contestants fall in love with each other, but they got us to fall in love with them too.
Vikings: Valhalla (BEST)
Seasons: 1 season, 8 episodes. Starring: Sam Corlett, Frida Gustavsson, Leo Suter, Bradley Freegard, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Caroline Henderson, Laura Berlin, and David Oakes. 2022 brought to our screens the magnificent story of the Vikings, roaring their way through the vicious lands of Europe. It's a historical drama series, a sequel to the series Vikings and what happened 100 years after.
Why is this a keeper: Why not? If you're a lover of historical shows and are overwhelmed by the costumes and scenery of that age, this is one you must not miss. The soundtrack, the plot, the actors, and the landscapes all contribute to one of Netflix's best releases so far.
The Sandman (BEST)
Seasons: 1 season, 11 episodes. Starring: Tom Sturridge, Gwendoline Christie, Vivienne Acheampong, Boyd Holbrook, Charles Dance, Asim Chaudhry, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mason, Alexander Park, Donna Preston, Jenna Coleman, and Niamh Walsh. The Sandman is a fantasy drama, telling the tale of Sandman the dream controller who is taken into activity. He goes out on a journey through different lands and different timelines in order to repair the chaos that has accorded.
Why is this a keeper: The Sandman is a masterpiece. yes, we agree, the original comic story has something a TV show will never be able to bring, however, Netflix goes to the extreme with this show and presents a wonderful fantasy series to embrace.
The Minimalists: Less Is Now (BEST)
Seasons: 1 season, 1 episode. Starring: Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus. The Minimalists: Less Is Now is one of our few documentary entries to the list. It focuses on the lives of two friends and tries to shine a light on the benefits of being a minimalist. It was nominated for a Daytime Emmy award.
Why is this s keeper: Firstly because it's educational, and it is one of those shows that don't end, even when the screen is turned off. It leaves you something to think about and places you on the challenge board, to see how many things could you live without and what materialistic items are you willing to say your goodbyes to.