If you're one of the (many) millions of Netflix subscribers around the world, you'll know that the streaming service's content library is practically stuffed with movies and shows.
With so many options to work with, it can be incredibly difficult to choose your next watch. The Netflix Top 10 might be an easy place to start, but you can't always guarantee what's popular or trending is always going to be worth streaming. That's where we come on.
Here at Tom's Guide, we keep a close eye on the Netflix Top 10 and highlight three shows worth streaming. Right now, those recommendations include a new standup special from one of the world's hottest comedians, a popular spy thriller featuring Keira Knightley, and a comforting, small-town romantic drama.
This article is based on what was in the Netflix Top 10 shows list as of Thursday, December 26 at 9:30 a.m. ET.
Netflix top 10 shows right now
Your Friend, Nate Bargatze
In his third Netflix special, Nate Bargatze "tackles pizza-ordering strategies for guys' night, wanting a second dog and relying on his responsible wife." The stand-up comedian's popularity rose to new heights following his hosting of Saturday Night Live, and he's back on Netflix with his refreshingly clean-cut material. The special, which runs for 1 hour and 3 minutes, has already risen to No. 1 on the Netflix top 10 shows list.
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'Black Doves'
If you love watching spies getting into scrapes, you'll know that we're living through a sort of golden era of spy thriller shows. "Black Doves" is Netflix's latest contribution to the genre, and it's landed to rave reviews. The show sees Black Dove operative Helen (Keira Knightley) discovering that her secret love has been murdered, an action that reunites her with an old assassin friend (Ben Whishaw) as she embarks on a quest to find out the truth... and seek vengeance.
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'Virgin River'
"Virgin River" looks like it'll be Netflix's No. 1 show this year; the sixth season arrived on December 19, and the show's kept hold of the No. 1 spot in Netflix's Top 10 ever since.
The series follows Melinda "Mel" Monroe (Alexandra Breckenridge), a nurse practitioner who leaves the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles behind for a fresh start in the remote Californian town of Virgin River. Cue six seasons' worth of romance and soapy, small-town drama that's had tons of viewers hooked for years now.
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- "Virgin River"
- "La Palma"
- "No Good Deed"
- "Aaron Rodgers: Enigma"
- "Black Doves"
- "The Equalizer"
- "The Madness"
- "Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was..."
- "Ronny Chieng: Love to Hate it"
- "The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On"
