Finding a new show is difficult for a lot of different reasons, but starting a series and sticking to it with another person is a challenge many couples try their best to attempt. Date nights spent at home (however you defineNetflixand chill) and lazy Sundays with your significant other are great formovie marathons and binge-watchingshows, but when it comes to a whole series, there are a few things to consider: attention spans, interests, and time commitments.
Can you and your partner keep up with an hour-long episode, or is less than 30 minutes more your speed? Do the two of you need a decent blend of comedy and drama, or are you more interested in the sci-fi, fantasy, or horror genres? Lastly, consider how long the two of you are willing to stick to a series, because some shows havemore than a few seasons.
With all these things in mind, Netflix has fortunately created different categories to make choosing a bingeworthy series easier, such as “Trending,” “Bingeworthy TV Shows,” and “Watch in One Weekend,” just to name a few. If you and your partner find yourselves stuck in a rut, check out these 37 shows on Netflix that couples can successfully binge-watch together.
Updated by Rachel Johnson on June 29, 2025: This list has been updated with even more options for you to find the perfect date night binge.
37Squid Game (2 Seasons)
Squid Game
It is hard to believe that it took the creator ofSquid Game10 years to find a company to take an interest in his idea. When Netflix released the show in 2021, it did not take long to hit the top of the charts. Millions of people easily binged the single season in one night or over the weekend, and they’ve been craving more ever since.
Pulse-Pounding Thrills
The concept is entirely unique and begs the question of how desperate average people have to be to literally risk their lives over a large cash prize. The South Korean survival series features 456 players as they battle to win a ₩45.6 billion grand prize, brutally fighting to the death and engaging in psychological warfare in their pursuit of the cash.A second seasonmade its highly-anticipated premiere on July 26, 2025, garnering widespread praise from fans and critics alike, with a third and final entry scheduled to be released on July 02, 2025.
36Dexter (8 Seasons)
Michael C. Hall delivered a delightfully chilling performance as a blood splatter analyst and vigilante serial killer in the sensational crime dramaDexter, which takes audiences on a wild ride as they follow the Miami Metro Police Department forensic technician Dexter Morgan as he lives a double life and embraces his dark urges, targeting criminals who weren’t properly punished by the justice system and taking his own murderous revenge.
A Unique & Deeply Engrossing Crime Drama
Those who love a juicy psychological thriller need not look further thanDexter,which features the antihero protagonist taking on a new threat each season as he attempts to maintain his everyday man ruse while juggling his sociopathic tendencies. Couples will be able to binge all 8 seasons of the critically acclaimed hit, which won two Golden Globes and spawned a ten-episode miniseries revivalDexter: New Blood.Hall once again embraced his dark side when he returned as the narrator forDexter: Original Sinand will also reprise the legendary role in thesequelDexter: Resurrection.
35The Gentlemen (1 Season)
The Gentlemen
Netflix’s thrilling streaming knockout,The Gentlemen,was created by director Guy Ritchie and is a spin-off of his popular 2019 film of the same name, with the action comedy series starring Theo James as Edward “Eddie” Horniman, who must learn to navigate a complex and dangerous world full of nefarious criminals after he inherits his father’s lucrative weed empire. With the help of the brilliant and knowledgeable Susie Glass (Kaya Scodelario), Eddie must remain one step ahead of his competitors if he wants to safely extract his family from the business.
A Rip-Roaring Good Time
Audiences all across the world couldn’t get enough of James' commanding performance as the resilient Eddie Horniman, and they loved how the show expertly blended crime and comedy while brilliantly capturing the essence of the original movie.The Gentlemenis full of juicy twists and turns and features the additional talents of stars like Giancarlo Esposito, Daniel Ings, and Ray Winstone, skyrocketing to Netflix’s Top Ten list and swiftly becoming a must-see streaming hit.A second seasonof the show is currently in the works, much to the elation of passionate fans.
34The Night Agent (2 Seasons)
The Night Agent
Based on the gripping Matthew Quirk novel of the same name, the pulse-pounding action thrillerThe Night Agentfeatures Gabriel Basso as low level FBI agent Peter Sutherland, who finds his mundane routine working in the basement of the White House spectacularly turned upside down after he receives a mysterious phone call while serving as Night Action telephone operator, one that exposes a shocking conspiracy involving a mole deep within the United States government.
An FBI Agent’s Epic Quest for the Truth
Fans of fellow hit shows based on literary knockouts likeReacherandCrosswill enjoy joining Peter on his dangerous globe-trotting adventure to uncover the truth, while couples will find themselves deeply invested in the FBI agent’s engrossing and complex relationship with brilliant cybersecurity wiz Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan). Thesecond season ofThe Night Agentjust dropped on August 17, 2025, with 10 brand-new episodes, with many critics deeming it superior to its predecessor and awarding it an 83% Rotten Tomatoes score.
33Apple Cider Vinegar (1 Season)
Apple Cider Vinegar
Talented TV and filmsensation Kaitlyn Deverportrays real-life Australian wellness guru and convicted scammer Belle Gibson in the crime drama miniseriesApple Cider Vinegar, which chronicles the shocking true story of the social media personality who pretended to have terminal cancer and lied about healing her many ailments through alternative medicine, diet, and exercise. Gibson’s lucrative online empire came crumbling down when she was exposed as a fraud in 2015, prompting public outcry and the involvement of the federal court.
A Must-See for Crime Drama Lovers
For couples who love to sink their teeth into a juicy crime series,Apple Cider Vinegaris the perfect way to spend the evening, as Gibson’s salacious lies and mounting exaggerations and inconsistencies are ultimately exposed, making each episode more exhilarating than the last. Dever has already showcased her stellar acting chops in hit shows likeJustifiedandDopesick,and fans of both the actress and crime genre will sure to be riveted from beginning to end as they watch Gibson’s carefully-crafted image implode.
32American Primeval (1 Season)
American Primeval
Featuring a talented ensemble cast including Taylor Kitsch, Bett Gilpin, Shea Whigham, and Jai Courtney, the enthralling Western miniseriesAmerican Primevaltakes place in during the Utah War in 1857 and depicts the brutal battle between the LDS Church and opposing cultures in the Utah Territory, while also telling the interconnected story of a desperate mother who is forced to go on the run in the unforgiving rugged terrain with her son after becoming a wanted fugitive for the murder of her wealthy husband.
A Brutal & Gripping Look at the American West
Friday Night Lightsalum Kitsch stars as mountain man Isaac Reed, who was raised among the Shoshone and helps the mother and son on their treacherous journey, as the trio is pursued by ruthless bounty hunters and trappers who want to claim the hefty bounty on her head.American Primevalwas heavily inspired by theMountain Meadows Massacre, with director Peter Berg visiting the site of the series of attacks and collaborating with authors who wrote books about the massacre to make it as authentic and realistic as possible.
31Prison Cell 211 (1 Season)
Prison Cell 211
Couples who can’t get enough of a heart-racing thriller that will keep them glued to the edge of their seats should check out one of Netflix' newest releases,Prison Cell 211, which recounts the harrowing true events surrounding a deadly riot that took place in a state prison in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico on Jul 06, 2025 and follows a human rights attorney who terrifyingly finds himself caught up in a violent riot and is forced to pose as an inmate and blend in with the criminals in hopes of escaping the violent outbreak.
A Bloody & Bold Prison Drama Thriller
Adapted from both the Francisco Pérez Gandul book and the critically-acclaimed 2009 Spanish-French filmCell 211,the anxiety-inducing miniseries features the talents of Mexican actor Diego Calva Hernández, who made a name for himself in projects likeBird Box Barcelona, The Inmate, Babylon,andNarcos: Mexico.The six episodes center on the lawyer as he must keep his wits and watch his back while pretending to be an inmate, leading to explosive showdowns and pulse-pounding confrontations.
30The Umbrella Academy (4 Seasons)
The Umbrella Academy
Undeniably one of Netflix’s most exciting and massively entertaining original shows is the superhero dramedyThe Umbrella Academy, an adaptation of the Gerard Way comic book series that centers on the highly dysfunctional Hargreeves', a family of superhero siblings who were adopted by the eccentric billionaire industrialist Sir Reginald Hargreeves and trained to protect the world after becoming members of the titular academy. After years of separation, the heroes reunite to solve the perplexing death of the beloved patriarch.
An Imaginative Take on the Superhero Genre
With a stacked ensemble cast led by Elliot Page, Thomas Hopper, David Castañeda, and Emmy-Raver Lampman,The Umbrella Academywas streamedby a whopping 45 million viewers during just its first month of release and steadily attracted a devoted fan base throughout its four-season-run. The imaginative and spellbinding series is perfect for fans of Marvel and comic books, and couples will find themselves engrossed by the unique characters, fascinating storyline, and electrifying visual effects.
29Down to Earth with Zac Efron (2 Seasons)
Down to Earth with Zac Efron
Zac Efron has come a long way since being the beloved Troy Bolton inHigh School Musical, and one of his latest projects,Down to Earth with Zac Efron, involves him traveling around the world with a friend and getting to know more about different cultures. Efron and Darin Olien meet some amazing people on their travels who openly discuss different lifestyles, food and resources, and sustainable living.
An Intimate Docuseries
It’s truly inspiring to see how millions of people live very differently and are more in touch with their experiences than the hustle and bustle American life many of us are accustomed to. Efron received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Daytime Program Host for his work on the exciting series, and couples who enjoy traveling are able to live vicariously through the actor as he explores one place after the next.
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28The Witcher (3 Seasons)
The Witcher
If you and your partner are looking for something full of magic and drama, look no further thanThe Witcher. Henry Cavill, who is best known as DC’s Superman, has hung up the cape and now hunts down monsters in this medieval series. Destiny plays a big role throughout the storyline, but there is not a typical and-they-lived-happily-ever-after feeling to the plot.
A Spellbinding Fantasy Universe
As of right now, viewers are anxiously waiting for a fourth season, withLiam Hemsworth replacing Cavillin the titular role; a fifth and final season was also announced in April 2024. Viewers who bingedThe Witcherwill be happy to know that due to the massive success of the fantasy drama, both a prequel miniseries (The Witcher: Blood Origin) and an animated origin film (The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf) are available to watch as fans await the latest installment.
