Netflix original shows

‘Arcane’ Needs To Be the Next Show on Your Watchlist

With a rare 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, this Netflix fantasy series is undeniably fantastic, but what exactly makes it so great?…

January 15, 2022

A still from Netflix original "Big Mouth," featuring two characters singing together.

‘Big Mouth’ Season 5 Bites Off More Than It Can Chew

Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The raunchy and controversial animated Netflix series prioritizes worldbuilding in preparation for a new spinoff rather than its own characters' development.…

November 30, 2021

‘You’ Season 3 Takes the Show in Engrossing New Directions

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

The latest addition to the hit Netflix series explores what happens after Joe Goldberg gets his happily ever after, an ending that isn't as fulfilling as he had hoped.…

November 1, 2021

An illustration of TV characters gossiping in an article comparing Bridgerton and Gossip Girl. (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

‘Bridgerton’ Is the Perfect 2021 Version of ‘Gossip Girl’

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

After comparing these two popular drama series, it becomes clear that the different racial dynamics say a lot about society’s cultural influence on the entertainment industry.…

March 8, 2021

An illustration of the cover of Headspace Guide to Meditation for an article about the show's episodes.

‘Headspace Guide to Meditation’ Is the Perfect Show for Meditation Newbies

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

This Netflix original is an ideal starting point for people interested in incorporating reflection and processing one’s emotions into their daily lives.…

February 7, 2021

4 Ways That Season 2 of ‘Trinkets’ Improves on Season 1

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Thanks to character-driven storylines that are even more compelling than the first season, the show avoids falling into a second-season-slump.…

October 1, 2020

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of The Politician

Season 2 of ‘The Politician’ Both Triumphed and Failed Gen Z

Emma T., UC Berkeley

The Netflix original tried to depict its audience with love and accuracy, but may have further contributed to its frustration with mainstream politics.…

August 3, 2020

Contestants climbing on the furniture because the floor is lava.

The Netflix Show ‘Floor Is Lava’ Will Reignite Your Childhood Imagination

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

In Netflix's new game show, you can win $10,000 by completing the obstacle course. Just don't fall into the lava!…

July 8, 2020

‘Too Hot to Handle’ Is Netflix’s Latest Reality TV Experiment

Nanda Illahi, Okayama University

After the success of 'The Circle' and 'Love is Blind,' Netflix has released another dating show with a twist.…

May 2, 2020

Should You Feel Sorry For Joe Goldberg of ‘You’?

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Why is the murdering main character of the Netflix show garnering so much sympathy?…

March 4, 2020

It’s Time to Say Goodbye to Some Old Mainstays on Netflix

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

'Friends,' 'The Office' and more are leaving the OG streaming service for new territory.…

December 24, 2019

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