Netflix has delivered some unforgettable series this year; shows that had us laughing, crying, gasping, and eagerly clicking “Next Episode.”
Life gets busy, and there’s a chance you missed out on some of the most talked-about gems or didn’t get the chance to fully appreciate them the first time around.
That’s where this list comes in! Before the year officially wraps, why not revisit the series that everyone couldn’t stop talking about or discover new favourites that slipped under your radar?
This guide is here to ensure you don’t end 2024 without reliving the brilliance of these Netflix series, or watching them for the first time if you somehow missed out.
Now, let’s make sure your streaming journey ends the year on a high note!
READ ALSO: Don’t miss out on these children’s Christmas movies to light up the holiday season
Supacell
Set against the backdrop of modern-day London, Supacell introduces viewers to a remarkable phenomenon: a group of everyday individuals suddenly endowed with extraordinary superpowers.
As these diverse characters grapple with their newfound abilities, the series delves into the complexities of their personal lives and the weight of the responsibilities they now bear.
Unlike conventional superhero tales, Supacell offers a grounded and nuanced perspective, exploring the profound personal and societal effects of these powers.
Since its debut, Supacell has garnered widespread acclaim, earning praise for its fresh approach to the superhero genre and its ability to balance thrilling moments with emotional depth.
Oloture: The Journey
Directed by Kenneth Gyang, this gripping thriller follows the story of an undercover journalist who sets out on a journey to expose a sex trafficking ring but gets ensnared and has to navigate her way out.
The series stars Sharon Ooja, Beverly Osu, Omoni Oboli, Beverley Osu, Daniel Etim, Stan Nze, and Bukola Oladipupo.
You
How far would you go for love? For Joe Goldberg, a passionate and enigmatic young man, this question is more than hypothetical—it’s his obsession.
What begins as a seemingly harmless infatuation with intelligent, captivating women quickly spirals into a dangerous fixation.
Joe’s charm and boyish awkwardness mask the darkness lurking beneath, as he leverages social media, the internet, and his cunning to weave himself into the lives of the women he desires.
But love, in Joe’s world, is a battlefield, and no obstacle—be it a circumstance or a person—is too great to eliminate in his relentless pursuit of “happily ever after.”
The gripping series stars Penn Badgley as the chillingly complex Joe, alongside Elizabeth Lail, Luca Padovan, Zach Cherry, and Shay Mitchell.
Nobody Wants This
An agnostic sex podcaster and a newly single rabbi fall in love and discover if their relationship survives their wildly different lives and meddling families.
Nobody Wants This is an American romantic comedy television series created by Erin Foster, starring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, and Timothy Simons. This series will have you believing in love again—trust me!
Seven Doors
Seven Doors is a 2024 Nigerian epic limited series marking the directorial debut of Femi Adebayo.
Set in 18th and 19th century Ilara, Ondo State, it follows Adedunjoye, a simple man thrust into kingship despite his initial refusal.
Once crowned, his reign is met with fierce opposition and unrest in the kingdom. After a troubling prophecy, Adedunjoye is told to open seven symbolic doors, representing seven wives, to rectify ancestral wrongs.
Refusing the demand, the kingdom faces escalating turmoil, including the tragic loss of his daughter.
The series features a stellar cast, including Femi Adebayo, Chioma Akpotha, Adebayo Salami, Jide Kosoko, Gabriel Afolayan, Hafiz Oyetoro, and Ronke Odusanya.
The Madness
The Madness is an American action conspiracy thriller limited series created by Stephen Belber for Netflix.
The series follows a media pundit who must clear his name after accidentally stumbling upon a murder in the woods.
Muncie Daniels, a media pundit, must clear his name after he stumbles upon a murder in the Pocono Mountains.
To survive, he has to reconnect with his estranged family and lost ideals. The Madness stars Colman Domingo, Marsha Stephanie Blake, John Ortiz, Tamsin Topolski, Thaddeus J. Mixson, and Gabrielle Graham