As long as there have been nerds and a means of recording, people have been mass-consuming their favorite TV shows, whether on DVD or self-recorded VHS. But more recently, binge-watching has become not only something people do but a driving factor that shapes the way some entertainment is formed on a core level. Whether you've been binge-watching your whole life or recently slid into the habit, there are some shows that are just perfect to mainline as quickly as possible. If you're scrolling through streaming and wondering "What show should I watch?", the Collider staff has put together a handy list of our favorite shows to binge-watch below on Netflix, Hulu, Max, Disney+, and Prime Video.

Editor's note: This article was updated April 2024 to include Fallout.

'Fallout' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% IMDb: 8.7/10

Based on Tim Cain’s popular video game franchise of the same name, Prime Video’s Fallout is a post-apocalyptic drama series created by Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet. Set in a far-future nuclear wasteland over 200 years after the apocalypse, the show follows a young woman who leaves the fallout shelter she calls home to find her father, finding a world that’s a lot stranger than she imagined in the process. The series stars Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, and Walton Goggins. One of the most highly anticipated video game adaptations in recent times, Fallout premiered on Prime Video on April 10, 2024, to critical acclaim. The show is chock-full of brilliant performances, especially from Ella Purnell in the lead role. It’s also well-written, balancing faithfulness to the source material with a narrative that’s accessible to those who are new to the franchise. Add to that some epic visual effects and production design, and you get a show that further proves that the series form is the best way to adapt a video game franchise.

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'The Gentlemen' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 72% | IMDb: 7.8/10

Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen is a spinoff series inspired by his 2019 film of the same name. Theo James stars as a young aristocrat and soldier who unexpectedly inherits the family estate — only to find that his ancestral lands are part of a secret weed empire run by the enigmatic Susie Glass (Kaya Scodelario). The show’s stellar cast list also includes Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Giancarlo Esposito, and Ray Winstone. The show’s eight-episode first season dropped on Netflix on March 7, garnering generally favorable reviews from critics and an overwhelmingly positive reception from viewers. Theo James and Kaya Scodelario deliver perfectly crafted performances that elevate a slick series full of zany, thrilling Guy Ritchie-ness. Despite sharing its name and some elements of the plot with the 2019 film, The Gentlemen series is its own beast and is perhaps best enjoyed if taken as a separate story altogether. It’s a mad-cap collection of deadly, absurd adventures with a sense of humor and style that makes its roughly eight-hour runtime breeze by as you become more and more invested in this world and its characters.

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'Ripley' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.0/10

Steven Zaillian’s Ripley is a black-and-white period noir thriller that stars Andrew Scott as the titular grifter. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s Tom Ripley novels, the eight-episode miniseries also stars Dakota Fanning, Johnny Flynn, Eliot Sumner, and more. A Manhattan industrialist hires New York conman Tom Ripley (Scott) to go to Italy and convince his son (Flynn) to come home, but once there, Tom begins a journey of deceit, fraud, and violence as he tries to claw his way to wealth and comfort. While the source material has previously been adapted, Zaillian’s Ripley is unlike anything that’s come before. That’s largely thanks to the performances of the lead cast, who present complex, grounded characters who are neither fully good nor bad. The biggest draw of the series, however, is its mindblowing cinematography, which shows a masterful command of light and shadow that elevates the show from a thriller series to high art.

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'Shogun' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 9.2/10

Read Our ReviewCreated by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks, Shogun is based on James Clavell's 1975 historical fiction novel. Set in 1600s Japan with civil war on the horizon, the series follows the lives of a warlord, a brilliant noblewoman, and an English sailor. Inspired by true historical events and figures, the series stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, and Anna Sawai.

This gripping drama is already one of the most acclaimed shows of 2024 so far. Shogun has received rave reviews from critics around the world, and its viewership numbers are equally impressive. An incredible tale told through striking visuals, Shogun's inspired acting, writing, and cinematography elevate the series to the next level. The ten-episode series debuted its first two episodes on Hulu and FX on February 27th, 2024.

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'3 Body Problem' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 6.3/10

Read Our ReviewCreated by David Benioff, D. B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo, 3 Body Problem is an epic science fiction series based on Liu Cixin’s 2008 Chinese novel The Three-Body Problem. With a story that spans decades and light years, the series begins with a young woman in 1960s China making a fateful decision. In the present day, the consequences of that decision draw together a group of Oxford scientists and a tough-as-nails investigator who set out to solve a problem that could make or break humanity’s future. 3 Body Problem boasts a star-studded cast that includes the likes of Benedict Wong, Jess Hong, Jovan Adepo, Eiza González, John Bradley, Alex Sharp, Rosalind Chao, Jonathan Pryce, and Liam Cunningham.

3 Body Problem had its world premiere on March 8th, 2024, at the SXSW Festival, where it received acclaim from critics. This Netflix series is the second adaptation of the source material, the first being the 2023 Chinese series Three-Body. A cerebral science fiction story with a scale on par with the works of Isaac Asimov and Philip K. Dick, the series is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

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'Avatar: The Last Airbender' (2005 - 2008)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 9.3/10

Co-created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, Avatar: The Last Airbender is a universally beloved animated series centering on a young boy on a mystic quest to bring peace to his world. Taking place in a magical universe where some people are gifted with the ability to manipulate elements, Avatar: The Last Airbender is an unexpectedly sophisticated series that features the talents of unforgettable voice actors, including Zach Tyler Eisen, Dee Bradley Baker, and Grey Griffin, as well as icons Mark Hamill and Dante Basco.

Highlighted by smart writing, global appeal, and fantastic messages of redemption, evolution, and respect, Avatar: The Last Airbender has built a legacy that holds strong. Blending epic action with whimsical fantasy and peppered with humor and heart, Avatar: The Last Airbender inspired a rich universe that will continue to inspire spin-offs and remakes for generations to come. - Yael Tygiel

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'Love is Blind' (2020 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | IMDb: 6.2/10

A social experiment dating reality show, Love is Blind comes from creator Chris Coelen, with real-life couple Nick and Vanessa Lachey hosting. Each season introduces a slew of single men and women, placing them on opposite sides of a wall so they can get to know each other without seeing what they look like. Contestants spend several days talking blindly and building a bond before being given the opportunity to propose. Should the other person accept, the couple is allowed to see each other. The rest of the season follows the engaged couples as they attempt to plan (and hopefully follow through with) a wedding.

Born of a truly creative concept, Love is Blind continues to attract audiences with a gorgeous cast who often hold the mirror to societal expectations of beauty and attraction. The first episodes of each season are arguably the most interesting, as the unique premise shines especially bright there, but once the storylines hook you, there's no turning it off until the reunion concludes. - Yael Tygiel

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'One Day' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 8.2/10

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One Day, based on the David Nicholls novel of the same name, is a British television series that premiered in 2024 on Netflix. The show was ordered by the streamer in 2021 and tells the story of Emma and Dexter, who meet on the night of their graduation from university. The only problem is they have to part ways the next day, but they can’t stop thinking about one another. The year is 1988, but we get to watch Emma and Dexter over the next 20 years on the same day of every year: July 15.

The show stars Leo Woodall (The White Lotus) as Dexter and Ambika Mod as Emma. The series also co-stars Amber Grappy, Brendan Quinn, Johnny Weldon (House of the Dragon), and Tim McInnerny (Notting Hill). The series was praised by audiences for its romantic feel and ability to make us fall in love with Emma and Dexter. - Emily Cappello

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'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 6.9/10

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Created by and starring Donald Glover (Community), Mr. & Mrs. Smith tells the story of two spies thrown together to work for a mysterious organization. The catch: they must pretend to be husband and wife while they do so. The show was co-created by Francesca Sloane, who was a writer on Glover’s hit show, Atlanta. Co-starring Maya Erskine (PEN15), Mr. and Mrs. Smith features fun appearances by Paul Dana (There Will Be Blood), Alexander Skarsgård (Big Little Lies), Sharon Horgan (Catastrophe), and Ron Perlman (Hellboy).

Mr. & Mrs. Smith is based on the 2005 film of the same name starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. When the original film premiered, it was a huge hit and was the biggest box-office success for both Jolie and Pitt. So far, Glover and Sloane’s take on the show is experiencing similar success, with audiences enjoying their take on the story. - Emily Cappello

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'The Traitors' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 7.6/10

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Based on the Dutch series De Verraders, The Traitors is like a childhood game of “Mafia” to the max, as a small group of players within the bunch are secretly marked as “Traitors” and eliminate contestants one by one without revealing their deceit. Those who aren’t Traitors are “Faithfuls,” whose job it is to figure out who the Traitors are in order to win the grand prize.

The Traitors is one of the most stunning reality shows you will ever watch. From the setting to the fashion to the interior design of the set, it is, from start to finish, a feast for the eyes. Host Alan Cumming (Schmigadoon!) is perfect for the role of host who says everything with a foreboding tone of voice while looking absolutely fabulous, and he makes the show all the more watchable, even if you’re not familiar with the contestants, all of whom come from previous reality shows like The Bachelor and Survivor. - Emily Cappello

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'The Great British Bake Off' (2010 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 8.6/10

The Great British Bake Off is a phenomenon. Starting in 2010, the show’s growth can be proven through its channel hopping. Originally premiering on BBC Two, the GBBO moved to BBC due to its popularity, then signed a three-year deal after its seventh season to move to Channel 4 in the UK. Each season of the show features a group of amateur bakers who compete against one another in different rounds, hoping to wow the two judges of the show. One by one, contestants are eliminated until there is one winner left. Like the show’s habit of changing channels, there has also been a continual rotation of judges. The current judges are Paul Hollywood, an English celebrity chef, and Prue Leith, a South African restauranteur and author.

The BAFTA Award-winning show is called The Great British Baking Show in the United States, as “Bake-Off” is owned by Pillsbury. The GBBO has also had its share of spin-offs, including Junior Bake Off for kids, the after-show recap series An Extra Slice, and Bake Off: The Professionals, which includes teams of pastry chefs. Fans across the world eat up this heartwarming series, and it's not hard to see why. - Emily Cappello

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'Life Below Zero' (2013 - Present)

IMDb: 7.9/10

If you need to feel better about the winter weather in your state, National Geographic Channel’s Life Below Zero will certainly do the trick. Now in season 21, the show follows the lives of those living off the land in remote areas of Alaska. Produced by BBC, the show has had over 200 episodes. The show focuses on Sue Aikens, the only resident of the Kavik river camp; Glenn Villeneuve, who lives alone in Chandalar; Chip and Agnes Hailstone, along with their seven children as they live only nineteen miles from the Arctic Circle; Jessie Holmes, who is a hunter, fisherman, and dogsled racer who lives with no one but his forty sled dogs; Andy Bassich living with his twenty-five sled dogs; Erik and Martha Mae Salitain who live in Wiseman, Alaska; and Ricko DeWilde, who lives in a remote cabin in Husila, Alaska. Now, do you feel better about paying to turn the heat on when it’s cold out?

The show premiered in 2013 and has won several Creative Arts Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Cinematography in a Reality Program and Outstanding Picture Editing for an Unscripted Reality Program. Produced by Joseph Litzinger (Ice Road Truckers: Off the Ice), Kevin Tao Mohs (Gordan Ramsay: Uncharted), and Travis Shakespeare (Ice Road Truckers), it continues to be a staple on the Tuesday night lineup of National Geographic. - Emily Cappello

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'Real Housewives of Atlanta' (2008 - Present)

IMDb: 4.6/10

Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) premiered in 2008 as the third installment of the Real Housewives franchise. Created by Housewives creative Scott Dunlop, the show just aired its 15th season on Bravo, starring Shereé Whitfield, Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Drew Sidora, Marlo Hampton, and Sanya Richards-Ross. RHOA became Bravo’s highest-rated program after its 2014 season and continues to be a guilty pleasure to fans around the country.

RHOA’s showrunner is Luke Nesalge, whose credits include other reality TV shows like Hype House, Basketball Wives, and Dancing with the Stars. Some notable RHOA alums include Kenya Moore, known for winning Miss USA in 1993, and NeNe Leakes, known for playing Roz Washington in the Fox show Glee. Acting credits among RHOA alums include Big Momma’s House, Scary Movie V, The New Normal, I Know Who Killed Me, and Drumline. - Emily Cappello

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'Real Housewives of New York City' (2008 - Present)

IMDb: 4.8/10

Real Housewives of New York City (RHONY) was originally titled Manhattan Moms but was then decided to be the second addition to the Housewives franchise, which had begun with The Real Housewives of Orange County. While the cast has shifted throughout its 14 seasons, the original cast included Bethenny Frankel, Luann de Lesseps (aka Countess Luann), Alex McCord, Ramona Singer, Jill Zarin, and Sonja Morgan. While the entire franchise has somewhat of its own cult following, RHONY’s longevity has produced three spinoff shows: Luann & Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake, Bethenny Ever After, and Bethenny & Fredrik — not to mention an Ultimate Girls Trip. Created by Scott Dunlop, RHONY airs on Bravo for its hoards of fans.

The 13th season of RHONY was poorly reviewed and was the first time in the franchise’s history that there would be no reunion show. In a shocking twist, it became the last season for its entire cast, with season 14 being completely revamped with new women front and center like former J. Crew president Jenna Lyons and model Uban Hassan. And the show was all the better for it, breathing life back into the series and solidifying its relevancy and entertainment for years to come. This is the perfect reality binge, so don't be surprised if you sit down to watch a single episode and suddenly realize you "just one more"d yourself into watching half a season in one sitting. - Emily Cappello

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'Law and Order: SVU' (1999 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 78% | IMDb: 8.1/10

Premiering in 1999, Law & Order: SVU was the first spinoff to come from the original Law & Order. In 2019, it became the longest-running primetime live-action series on U.S. television. Created by Dick Wolf, who also created the original Law & Order, the show follows the Special Victims Unit, which is a squad of detectives in the NYPD who investigate sexually-related crimes. Lead actress Mariska Hargitay is the only cast member who has been around since the pilot episode of the series and stars alongside Kelli Giddish as Amanda Rollins, Ice-T as Odafin Tutuola, and Peter Scanavino as Dominick Carisi, just to name a few.

SVU can boast that it is number four in total episode count of a primetime scripted series, with The Simpsons at number one, Gunsmoke coming in second, and Lassie in third. Creator Wolf was inspired to create the show after the infamous trial of Robert Chambers, who claimed he accidentally strangled a woman during a consensual act; however, he was later convicted of murder. Wolf was intrigued by what would make a person behave this way, and thus, SVU was born. Now renewed for its 25th season, the show has no plans to slow down. - Emily Cappello

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'The Office' (2005 - 2013)

Rotten Tomatoes: 81% | IMDb: 9.0/10

The Office: Comfort food for the eyes, The Office is a show I may or may not have been watching before writing this. The mockumentary sitcom, which ran from 2005 to 2013, was not only a hit when it was airing regularly on NBC but showed the power that streaming can bring to an older show, giving it a renaissance in its own right. Based on the UK show of the same name, The Office was created for the American audience by original UK creators Steven Merchant and Ricky Gervais, as well as newcomer Greg Daniels, whose previous credits involve being Conan O’Brien’s writing partner on Saturday Night Live. If you like catchphrases like “well, well, well, how the turn tables;” “I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious;” and “the worst thing about prison was the dementors,” then The Office is for you.

Starring the incomparable Steve Carrell as Michael Scott, the show is packed with now household names, thanks to its success. This impressive list includes John Krasinski (writer of the hit horror film The Quiet Place), Mindy Kaling (showrunner to hits like The Mindy Project), Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey (hosts of The Office rewatch podcast "Office Ladies"), Ed Helms (The Hangover), Ellie Kemper (The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Bridesmaids), and Rashida Jones (Parks and Recreation), just to name a few. With a weekly estimate of 5.7 million viewers, the show then became Netflix’s most popular show, with 57 billion minutes streamed in 2020, according to Variety. Now streaming on Peacock, the show is a staple in American television history and culture, and you will definitely see at least one person this week walking around in some Dunder Mifflin or other Office-themed garb. - Emily Cappello

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'Friends' (1994 - 2004)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 78% | IMDb: 8.9/10

Friends, a 10-season sitcom, was brought to life by the creative minds of David Crane and Marta Kauffman. The show centers on a group of six friends in their 20s and early 30s, all residing in the vibrant heart of Manhattan, New York City. Viewers embark on a shared journey with the characters through a vast array of life experiences, including love, marriage, divorce, parenthood, heartbreaks, conflicts, career changes, and various dramatic events.

Friends has earned a reputation for being a timeless and heartwarming show that continues to resonate with multiple generations of viewers. This enduring appeal is not only because of its humor, which is marked by numerous iconic quotes as well as consistent relatability and the valuable life lessons it imparts through the characters’ impulsive decisions. Furthermore, the distinct personalities of the characters, like Chandler's (Matthew Perry) sarcasm, Phoebe's (Lisa Kudrow) eccentricity, and Monica's (Courteney Cox) perfectionism, are what make the show truly iconic. Also, Friends often evokes nostalgia and a journey back in time for people who came of age in the 1990s and early 2000s. Its iconic fashion choices and music continue to influence viewers even in the present day. - Jessie Nguyen

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'Succession' (2018 - 2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDB: 8.9/10

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Spanning five years and four very successful seasons, Succession follows the now-famous Roy family, heads of the biggest media conglomerate in the world. Devoid of all redeeming qualities, the family will use anything within their reach to not just keep their names at the top but extend their lead. By fighting, cheating, and out-witting their opposition, can the Roy family ever be stopped in their malevolent pursuit to conquer?

Through tight scripts and superb ensemble acting, the heights of global business are scrutinized for all their worst values through a family thriving thanks to their lack of morals. With the likes of Brian Cox and Jeremy Strong excelling, the true charm of Succession arguably comes from just how morally bankrupt and unlikeable almost everyone is in the same sort of sadistic way horror movies keep you glued despite the terror. - Jake Hodges

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'Beckham' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDB: 8.2/10

One of Netflix’s most successful sports documentaries to date, Beckham documents the titular global icon’s rise to fame, from his childhood in East End London poverty to his success as a footballer all the way through his turbulent but ultimately loving marriage to one member of, at one point in time, the world’s most talked-about girl group.

Using archive footage and straight-talking interviews with some of Beckham’s family, friends, and former teammates, Beckham leaves no stone unturned in the pursuit of both uncovering the secret to his success and revealing some of the sad truths behind his most infamous controversies. Despite being a household name, many will finish Beckham and suddenly feel like they had never really known of the man behind the fame until now. - Jake Hodges

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'The Fall of the House of Usher' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDB: 8.0/10

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Inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe and named after one of his famous short stories, The Fall of the House of Usher follows the uncovering of a dark secret as the CEO of a pharmaceutical company faces his deepest regrets head-on after the deaths of children are linked directly back to him. In typical gothic horror fashion, the children are dying mysteriously, with sinister discoveries revealed at every turn.

Aesthetically striking, which comes as no surprise to fans of creator Mike Flanagan, the show manages to balance genuine terror with stylish storytelling, successfully pulling off a constant unwavering sense of unease. A fresh spin on the gothic genre, The Fall of the House of Usher still has time to respect its roots and pay homage to one of horror's most influential writers. - Jake Hodges

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