Netflix has a wealth of TV shows at your fingertips—the tough part is deciding what to watch. If you’ve carved out some viewing time this weekend, I’ve got three recommendations for shows that are bound to entertain.
Whether you need a laugh, want some zombie thrills, or fancy some superhero adventures, I’ve got you covered.
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a sitcom by Dan Goor and Michael Schur, the creators of the brilliant Parks and Recreation. The show features an ensemble cast led by Andy Samberg as Jake Peralta, a competent but childlike detective in the fictional 99th Precinct of the New York City Police Department. In the first episode, the squad is introduced to their new commanding officer, Captain Raymond Holt (Andre Braugher), a well-respected and serious man who rarely cracks a smile.
The show follows a case-of-the-week format, with investigations that provide engaging backdrops, but it’s the characters that make it shine. Whether it’s the mysterious Rosa Diaz (Stephanie Beatriz), the teacher’s pet Amy Santiago (Melissa Fumero), or the bumbling Hitchcock and Scully (Dirk Blocker and Joel McKinnon Miller), every character gets a moment to shine. Each is hilarious in their own way—and Brooklyn Nine-Nine is very funny, with a constant barrage of jokes that land more often than those in similar shows.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is not only one of the funniest shows on Netflix, but it’s also a great comfort watch because it’s not rude or belittling. That doesn’t mean the show is without bite; it doesn’t shy away from confronting issues like homophobia or racism. This is still primarily a comedy at heart, but it’s that balance of tones, the character dynamics, and the amazing theme song that will keep you coming back again and again.
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Fear the Walking Dead
Considering I’ve read the comics, played the games, and watched the shows, it’s fair to say I’m obsessed with the Walking Dead universe. I don’t particularly care for violence or zombies; instead, I’m drawn in by the human aspect—the interesting characters and the moral dilemmas that constantly confront them. Fear the Walking Dead is a spin-off from the main show, and you can enjoy it regardless of whether you have prior experience with the series.
Fear the Walking Dead opens at the beginning of the zombie apocalypse in Los Angeles, though it doesn’t take long before things spiral out of control. The story revolves around the Clark family, with guidance counselor Madison (Kim Dickens) as the lead alongside her partner Travis (Cliff Curtis), troubled son Nick (Frank Dillane), and naive daughter Alicia (Alycia Debnam-Carey). It’s captivating to see how these characters develop individually and with each other as they become survivors and adapt to the new world.
The show pivots at the halfway point (season four), essentially becoming something else entirely as Lennie James takes the lead. He’s a fantastic actor who does the best with the material he’s given. However, it’s fair to say from this point that the show’s quality fluctuates from one season to the next, offering some of the best and worst moments of the entire franchise. Despite that, I think it’s worth watching all of Fear, in part because it’s only later that great characters like cowboy John Dorie (Garret Dillahunt) and the dastardly Virginia (Colby Minifie) join the fray. Plus, binge-watching helps smooth out the flaws.
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Supergirl
James Gunn’s freshly rebooted DC Universe got off to a strong start in theaters with this year’s Superman, and Milly Alcock is up next as the lead of 2026’s Supergirl. But you don’t need to wait that long to see the adventures of Superman’s cousin, Kara Zor-El. Melissa Benoist did a fantastic job inhabiting the role on the small screen for six years in the Arrowverse’s Supergirl. If you’re craving a charming, heartfelt, and action-packed superhero show, this is the binge for you.
We meet Kara living a normal life, working as a personal assistant at a media company and keeping her powers hidden, but it’s not long before her superhuman alter ego comes to the forefront. Kara is smart and powerful, but also grounded, and Benoist portrays this strength and vulnerability with ease. The show follows Kara as she protects her city and comes to terms with her new role, all the while navigating relationships with people like her colleague James Olsen (Mehcad Brooks) and sister Alex Danvers (Chyler Leigh).
If you enjoy Supergirl, you can continue the binge on Netflix with other Arrowverse shows like Arrow and The Flash. They’re enjoyable in their own right, though Supergirl is my favorite. They have also concluded, which means you can watch them from beginning to end and get the complete story.
These shows aren’t Netflix originals, so they could leave the service at any time. With no time to waste, you should stop reading and start watching. Happy viewing!
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Yes, $8/month
- Simultaneous streams
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Two or four
Stream all of these brilliant shows, along with plenty more licensed and original programming, with a monthly Netflix subscription.