Want to tune into the best shows on Netflix? The platform hosts a vast collection of award-winning titles that you can pick from, from Oscar-winning movies to Emmy-winning shows.I love to explore new and old titles on Netflix, but I always go back to the ones that swept award shows during their run.Here are some award-winning shows to add to your watch list this weekend.
When They See Us Powerful series about the Central Park Five Based on the real events of the 1989 Central Park Five case, is a four-part miniseries that sketches the events of a wrongful conviction involving five juvenile males of color.After a white female jogger is attacked and sexually assaulted in Central Park, the suspects are tried in court and, despite being innocent, are sentenced to maximum terms.In the real-life case, the group was exonerated years later, when the real attacker was confirmed, after which they were able to sue the city for a wrongful conviction and win a settlement.
received critical acclaim and overwhelming positive reviews from critics, winning 11 awards, including a Primetime Emmy for Jharrel Jerome (Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie).When They See Us Crime Release Date 2019 - 2019-00-00 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming Network Netflix Cast Jharrel Jerome, Ava DuVernay Directors Ava DuVernay Writers Ava DuVernay Seasons 1 Story By ava duvernay Streaming Service(s) Netflix Powered by Expand Collapse Ozark Jason Bateman and Julia Garner headline crime drama Starring and directed by Jason Bateman, is a critically acclaimed crime drama that tells the story of Marty and Wendy Byrde (Laura Linney), who move to the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri when a money-laundering scheme for a Mexican cartel goes wrong, putting them in a sticky debt situation.Here, living with his two children and Wendy, Marty has to continue the operation to appease the cartel's boss, while the family becomes entangled with local criminals and the mafia.
The series received a staggering 45 Primetime Emmy nominations throughout its run, with Bateman winning Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series and Garner winning Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series thrice.The show was also nominated for 10 Golden Globe Awards, winning one.The show has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics, who have praised the story's tone, the performances of the main cast, and the production.
Ozark TV-MA Crime Drama Thriller Release Date 2017 - 2022 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming Network Netflix Cast Jason Bateman, Laura Linney, Sofia Hublitz, Skylar Gaertner, Julia Garner, Charlie Tahan, Lisa Emery, Jordana Spiro, Adam Cronan, Andrew Masset, Brian Lafontaine, Christopher James Baker, Damian Young, Dayna Beilenson, Fernando Campos, Jessejames Locorriere, Jim Gleason, Josh Randall, Lee Spencer, Mike Stanley, Peggy Sheffield, Sean Sullivan, Tammy Arnold, Trevor Long, Adam Rothenberg, Antwan Mills, Brandon Sauve, Dennis Flanagan, Joseph Melendez, Juan C.Bofill, Lindsay Ayliffe Showrunner Chris Mundy Directors Alik Sakharov, Andrew Bernstein, Amanda Marsalis, Benjamin Semanoff, Daniel Sackheim, Ellen Kuras, Phil Abraham, Robin Wright, Cherien Dabis, Laura Linney Writers Ning Zhou, Alyson Feltes, David Manson, Whit Anderson Main Genre Crime Producers Matthew Spiegel, Peter Thorell, Martín Zimmerman Seasons 4 Story By Bill Dubuque Streaming Service(s) Netflix Executive Producer(s) Chris Mundy, Jason Bateman, Bill Dubuque, John Shiban, Patrick Markey Powered by Expand Collapse Blue Eye Samurai A riveting animated series This is one of my favorite animated shows that Netflix has to offer.Set in Japan's traditional Edo era, is a classic revenge story with standout animation and storytelling.
The plot, deeply submerged in action and mystery, focuses on Mizu, a skilled swordswoman, as she tries to track down and exact revenge on four men.Born as a half-Japanese, half-European woman in a Japan where borders are closed, and anyone who is not Japanese is shunned as an outcast, Mizu sets off to kill four men (one of whom is her father) while concealing her identity and gender.The series won four Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards for its animation.
A second season is expected to be released sometime this year.Blue Eye Samurai TV-MA Animation Action Adventure Release Date November 3, 2023 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming Cast Maya Erskine, George Takei, Masi Oka, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Brenda Song, Darren Barnet, Randall Park, Kenneth Branagh Showrunner Michael Green, Amber Noizumi Directors Jane Wu Writers Michael Green, Amber Noizumi Seasons 1 Streaming Service(s) Netflix Powered by Expand Collapse Godless Welcome to a town with no men If you're a big fan of Western dramas, then is a must-watch for a short weekend watch.Set in 1884, the story follows Roy Goode, an outlaw chased by his mentor after betraying his brotherhood.
He ends up in a small mining town in New Mexico—a place almost fully inhabited and governed by women.The townspeople of the mining town, La Belle, band together to defend Roy against his revenge-thirsty mentor and his gang.The show has been praised for its unique take on Western dramas, set apart by its female ensemble in a traditionally male-focused genre.
won three Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Supporting Actress and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.Godless TV-MA Western Drama Release Date 2017 - 2017-00-00 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming Network Netflix Cast Sam Waterston, Jack O'Connell, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Bobb, Scoot McNairy, Merritt Wever, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Tantoo Cardinal, Kim Coates, Jeff Daniels, Samantha Soule, Kayli Carter, Audrey Moore, Jessica Sula, Samuel Marty, Tess Frazer, Christiane Seidel, Adam David Thompson, Keith Jardine, Rio Alexander, Justin Welborn, Luke Robertson, Joe Pingue, Russell Dennis Lewis, Matthew Dennis Lewis Directors Scott Frank Creator(s) Scott Frank Producers Casey Silver, Steven Soderbergh, Michael J.Malone IMDb ID tt5516154 Seasons 1 TMDB User Rating 7 .7 Powered by Expand Collapse Adolescence A family faced with an unspeakable tragedy One of the best watches on this list that you may have seen everywhere, is a British psychological crime thriller with a heavy plot.
Set in an English town, the show follows Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), a young boy, as he is taken into custody on suspicion of the murder of his classmate, Katie Leonard.also shows how Jamie's father, Eddie (Stephen Graham), and his family deal with the news while facing backlash from their community.Subscribe to our Newsletter for Netflix Award Picks Discover more award-winning Netflix recommendations by subscribing to the newsletter—curated picks, why each title earned acclaim, standout performances to watch, and related streaming suggestions to expand your next watchlist.
Get Updates By subscribing, you agree to receive newsletter and marketing emails, and accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.You can unsubscribe anytime.What stands out about the show's cinematography is that all four episodes were filmed in one continuous shot (including some impressive tracking shots), which garnered the show a lot of praise.
received thirteen nominations at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards and won nine, including acting wins for Graham and Cooper.Adolescence Like TV-MA Crime Drama Release Date March 13, 2025 Network Netflix Directors Philip Barantini Writers Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne Cast See All Stephen Graham Eddie Miller Owen Cooper Jamie Miller Bidi Iredale Eileen Amélie Pease Lisa Miller Main Genre Drama Creator(s) Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne Producers Jo Johnson Seasons 1 Executive Producer(s) Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Mark Herbert, Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne, Jeremy Kleiner, Nina Wolarsky, Philip Barantini, Emily Feller Powered by Expand Collapse To keep up with the latest releases on Netflix, you can keep an eye on the New and Popular section of your app, enable desktop/mobile notifications, and use Netflix Tudum to find titles that align with your preferences.Netflix Subscription with ads Yes, $8/month Simultaneous streams Two or four Stream licensed and original programming with a monthly Netflix subscription.
Live TV No Price Starting at $8/month Visit Netflix Expand Collapse
Read More
