While Netflix US originals tend to dominate online conversations, the streaming service has continued its worldwide expansion. So now’s a good time to travel around and discover new shows.
From addictive teen dramas to reboots of fan-favorite shows, here are 20 original series from around the world that you can watch right now on Netflix.
Elite (Spain)
The series begins when three working-class teens are sent to the most exclusive school in Spain following an earthquake that destroyed their humble academy. It isn’t long before the clash between rich and poor leads to murder. If you love Riverdale and Gossip Girl, you’ll be obsessed with Elite. While some of the faces have changed over its four seasons, it’s still filled with twists and turns.
Young Royals (Sweden)
Derry Girls (Northern Ireland)
Fauda (Israel)
Baby (Italy)
Everything Will Be Fine (Mexico)
Tidelands (Australia)
AlRawabi School for Girls (Jordan)
3% (Brazil)
Hospital Playlist (Korea)
Osmosis (France)
Blood & Water (South Africa)
How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast) (Germany)
Valeria (Spain)
Sacred Games (India)
Lupin (France)
Inspired by the adventures of Arsène Lupin, the series follows gentleman thief Assane Diop as he sets out to avenge his father for an injustice inflicted by a wealthy family. This surprise hit for Netflix, starring Omar Sy, was released in two parts during 2021, and all 10 episodes are available to stream now.
Ingobernable (Mexico)
My First First Love (Korea)
Top Boy (England)
You can thank Drake for this reboot of the much-loved British crime drama about the rise of two London drug dealers, played by Ashley Walters and Kane Robinson (who reprise their roles in the new episodes). You can watch the first two seasons, Top Boy: Summerhouse, as well as the reboot on Netflix.
What is your favorite international Netflix series? Comment below with your picks! And be sure to add Wiretap to Netflix so you can share comments while you watch with friends and fans, anywhere around the world.
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