The five best series to binge on Netflix this weekend
The weekend is here, and so is the familiar scrolling spiral. You open Netflix. You browse. You second-guess your taste. You almost rewatch a comfort show. And then you start again. The algorithm is loud, but it is not always helpful. That is where this list comes in: a small, curated escape plan for your next two days.
Instead of going with the usual heavy-hitters, this time the focus is on shows that slipped under the radar. The ones you may have bookmarked, ignored, or never even heard of. These series are not designed to dominate your feed, but they will absolutely dominate your weekend if you give them the chance.
Each of these picks is bingeable in a different way. One feeds the soul, one twists your nerves, one makes you fall in love with chaos, one robs you blind, and one haunts you long after the screen fades to black. Together, they cover food, murder, Paris, magic, and faith all in the span of five stories.
So if you are in the mood for something refreshing, strange, or beautifully told, here are five of the best series to binge on Netflix this weekend.
The five best series to watch on Netflix this weekend
5. Somebody Feed Phil (John Bedolis, 2018- )
There are travel shows, and then there is Somebody Feed Phil. What sets this apart is not just the food or the cities. It is Phil Rosenthal himself, wide-eyed, joyful, and always curious. He is not a polished presenter. He is an enthusiast. And that is exactly what makes the series so watchable.
Whether he is tasting street food in Bangkok or sharing meals with local families in Istanbul, every episode feels personal. There is no forced drama or exoticism. Just laughter, good meals, and a gentle reminder that people are more alike than they are different. It is wholesome, disarming, and the closest thing to a warm hug on Netflix.
4. The Serpent (Tom Shankland and Hans Herbots, 2021)
Based on the real-life crimes of serial killer Charles Sobhraj, The Serpent is a slow-burn thriller that manages to be both hypnotic and horrifying. Set mostly in 1970s Southeast Asia, the show is a masterclass in period detail, atmosphere, and tension that lingers long after the episode ends.
What makes it so addictive is the way it unfolds. It jumps timelines, plays with memory, and keeps the viewer just disoriented enough to feel like part of the hunt. The performances are sharp, and the pacing is deliberate. It is not loud. It is chilling. And it is one of the most underrated true crime dramas Netflix has ever released.
3. Call My Agent! (Fanny Herrero, 2015-2020)
On paper, a French show about talent agents in Paris sounds niche. But Call My Agent! is nothing short of addictive. It blends workplace chaos, emotional breakdowns, and celebrity cameos into something clever and heartfelt. Every character is messy and lovable in their own way.
It is also a rare show that gets better with every season. The writing is sharp, the humour is both dry and warm, and the glimpses into the entertainment world are quietly brilliant. You may start for the stars, but you will stay for the people trying to manage them.
2. Lupin (Multiple Directors, 2021- )
A heist show that is clever without being smug, stylish without being shallow, Lupin is a crowd-pleaser that actually deserves the crowd. Omar Sy is magnetic as Assane Diop, a modern-day gentleman thief inspired by the fictional Arsène Lupin. He is smooth, but never predictable.
The series moves quickly, but it always makes time for character development. It is about theft, yes, but it is also about justice, legacy, and how far someone will go for family. The twists are smart, the pace is tight, and the energy is just fun. This is Netflix at its most effortlessly entertaining.
1. Midnight Mass (Mike Flanagan, 2021)
Midnight Mass is not horror in the traditional sense. It is slow, meditative, and philosophical, but also terrifying when it wants to be. Created by Mike Flanagan, this series explores faith, addiction, death, and belief through a small coastal town where strange things begin to happen.
It is a show that rewards patience. The monologues are long, and the tension is quiet, but the emotional payoff is devastating. By the end, it is less about what happened and more about what it meant. The show is not just a horror series. It is a sermon, a requiem, and a gut punch all in seven episodes.