Whether you love drama, crime or comedy, Netflix Singapore is buzzing with some of your favourite genres to keep you busy for the last month of the year! Grab your takeout, popcorn and treats and start streaming some of the most iconic shows available. Here are 29 best shows to watch on Netflix Singapore this month.
1. Physical: 100
Physical: 100 is back for season two with one hundred more contestants who compete in a series of grueling challenges. Filmed in South Korea, one hundred people in top physical shape go against one another to win a top cash reward and the glory of being the last one standing.
2. 3 Body Problem
3 Body Problem was adapted into an American science fiction series based on the Remembrance of Earth’s Pat trilogy by Chinese novelist Liu Cixin. The show was developed by the creators of Game of Thrones so you know it will be action-packed. The story about an alien invasion has Netflix viewers hooked already!
3. Testament: The Story of Moses
This new Netflix show is a three-part docuseries with acting intervals that explores the life of Moses. The infamous prophet’s story is told from his birth in Egypt to his death with the help of historians, theologians, and actors. Definitely, one of the most unmissable shows on Netflix for history buffs.
4. The Gentleman
This new drama series starring Theo James and Kaya Scodelario is another hit on Netflix. The story by Guy Ritchie is set to be a popular watch on Netflix. It follows aristocratic Eddie who inherits his family estate after a death in the family. However, he soon discovers that the home is the location of a huge weed empire and those responsible are not going anywhere.
5. Queen of Tears
This Korean drama series is another hit globally with some of Netflix’s highest ratings. It stars Kim Soo-hyun, Kim Ji-won and Park Sung-hoon in a tale of a couple who fight their way back to true love amid their divorce.
6. Homicide: New York
This new show is dubbed the real life Law And Order. Homicide: New York revisits some of the most challenging crime cases in New York with the help of prosecutors, NYPD, and investigators. These grisly murders are deeply retold through interviews and archive footage. Definitely, one of the best new shows to watch on Netflix.
7. Dead Boy Detectives
This highly anticipated series is coming to Netflix on April 25. It follows two teenagers, who decide to not enter the afterlife, and become crime investigators for supernatural clients with the help of a clairvoyant. However, an evil witch has other plans for them.
8. Avatar The Last Airbender
This brand new Netflix series follows a young boy, who is known as the Avatar, and he must master the four elemental powers to save the world which is at war and fighting a ruthless enemy. Definitely, one of the best Netflix shows to watch in Singapore.
9. Doctor Slump
This new South Korean show is one of the best new comedy series to watch on Netflix Singapore. Two brilliant doctors, who were once rivals in school, world’s collide at a low moment in their life and it sparks a new romance. Absolutely, a brilliant Netflix show to watch in Singapore.
10. Griselda
Sofía Vergara transforms into Griselda Blanco, the real life Colombian businesswomen, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history. Known as The Godmother, this show retells the events of the Miami drug empire.
11. One Day
This new limited series based on the British romantic drama novel of the same name by David Nicholls is being absorbed worldwide. Emma and Dexter go their separate ways after spending graduation night together but their lives remain intertwined.
12. Fool Me Once
This new British show – based on the Harlan Coben novel of the same name – follows Maya Stern (Michelle Keegan) in the wake of her husband’s brutal murder. As she tries to come to terms with his death, she sees him appear on her secret nanny-cam with her young daughter. She then tries to unravel the disturbing mystery surrounding his death and others.
13. Single’s Inferno
Audiences around the world are binge-watching Season 3 of this hot Netflix dating show. It follows nine young and flirty Korean singles, stranded on a deserted island, and searching for love. Their only escape from the island is as a couple.
14. The Crown
Get ready for a riveting finale because Season 6: Part 2 of The Crown is on Netflix. Since 2016, The Crown has portrayed the life of Queen Elizabeth II and her descendants. Season one begins with her life before her 1947 wedding to Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and depicts events up to the Diana years in Season 5 and 6, and other historical moments after. Indeed, you’ll learn the brutality of politics in six seasons. Certainly, one of the greatest Netflix shows to watch in Singapore today.
15. My Demon
This iconic South Korean hit follows a supernatural demon who has lost all his powers. However, he becomes entangled with an icy heiress, who may be able to help him get his powers back.
16. The Railway Men
This new Netflix show tells the true story of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy in 1984 that shook India in the early 1980s. It highlights how brave railway workers risked their lives to save thousands of people, and sheds light on the avoidable nature of the disaster.
17. Squid Game: The Challenge
Inspired by the hit Korean series, Squid Game, this thrilling game show sees 456 contestants, from around the world, competing for one of the largest prizes in game show history – $4.56 million. Only one person can walk away with the cash prize!
18. All The Light We Cannot See
This iconic series is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name. Just like the book, the World War II show depicts a blend French girl (Aria Mia Loberti) and her Daniel (Mark Ruffalo) as they flee Nazi-occupied Paris while guarding a sacred diamond. The story follows the young French girls unlikely connection with a German solider.
19. Selling Sunset
Season 7 is now available on Netflix of this glamorous series following Oppenheim Group’s beautiful female realtors in Los Angeles. The reality TV show features even more drama, competition, jaw-dropping new luxury houses and glitz and glamoury new agents, who are bound to cause some trouble.
20. Sex Education
Sex comedy drama series following teenage boy, Otis (Asa Butterfield) with an embarrassing sex therapist mother (Gillian Anderson) returned to our screens for Season 4 recently. In season one, we saw Otis, with help from a classmate, secretly and mistakenly sets up a sex therapy clinic at school in exchange for money which leads the storyline to follow. Indeed, the roll-off-the-couch-laughing type of humour you need this month.
21. Black Mirror
After four long years, Season 6 of this satirical anthology show hit screens in June. The Emmy-winning series will have five episodes for this season. The plot has yet to be revealed but from the trailer you can expect unpredictable moments and a talented cast, from Aaron Paul to Annie Murphy, Anjana Vasan, and many more.
22. The Witcher
If you liked Game Of Thrones, you’ll love this show which just released its Season 3 Volume I and Volume II over the summer. It follows the story of Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill), who is a monster hunter with special powers. In a world full of wicked people, Princess Cirilla (Freya Allan) and Geralt must hide away from evil kings, elves, wicked humans and demons.
23. FUBAR
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Monica Barbaro star as a dysfunctional father-daughter duo, who learn the secret that they both work for the CIA. Upon discovering this, Luke played by Schwarzenegger is forced back into the field for one last mission when he is about to retire. However, the mission is also led by his daughter who he continuously clashes with. Certainly, a show that will make you feel all the emotions.
24. XO, Kitty
This comedy-drama prequel series to All The Boys I Loved Before is Top 10 in nearly 100 countries worldwide. It follows the youngest Covey sister Kitty (Anna Cathcart), who goes to the same boarding school in South Korea that her late mother attended, in hope to find true love with her long-distance boyfriend. However, things don’t go according to plan at her new school.
25. Manifest
If you haven’t jumped on the Manifest hype, now is your time to binge four seasons. It first aired in 2018, telling the tale of 191 passengers of the Montego Air Flight 828, who are presumed death when their plane goes missing for five years. Significantly, in Season 4, June 2, 2024 is the Death Date for the Air Flight 828 passengers and Michaela and Ben try to race against the clock to defeat their destiny in the fourth and final season.
26. Ginny & Georgia
An awkward 15-year-old Ginny Miller (Antonia Gentry) and her 30-year-old free-spirited mother, Georgia Miller (Brianne Howey) yearn to settle down in New England, after years on the run. Season two has just been released and Georgie’s past threatens any sort of possibility of a normal life as she prepares for her wedding. Certainly, this is one of the best shows on Netflix Singapore.
27. Wednesday
Smart and sarcastic Wednesday Addams heads to Nevermore Academy after being expelled from school for a revenge prank. At her new school, she attempts to master her psychic abilities while trying to solve a murder mystery from decades ago that intertwines with her present day. This show is on track to becoming the most watched in the history of Netflix globally – and season two has just been confirmed.
28. Emily In Paris
Season three of this highly anticipated show landed on Netflix Singapore in December. In season one, we see Chicago marketing executive, Emily Cooper (Lily Collins), working for her company’s team in Paris. From fashion to travel, feminism and romance…it has all the ingredients to make us totally jealous as we pine for an international escape, and season three is no better. Sadly, we have to wait until 2024 for Season 4 due to the Writer’s Strike in America.
29. Friends
As one of our favourite Netflix comedies, it’s the mood booster you need this week. Still, 20 years later, this series is one of the greatest comedies that never fails to make us laugh at the same jokes. Let Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Ross and Chandler provide you with some LOLs for a change.