Quick answer: The biggest Netflix series right now are Below, the Josh Hartnett thriller that has held the No. 1 spot since its October 8 debut, and East of Eden, Florence Pugh’s take on the Steinbeck classic. New seasons of The Diplomat and Lupin are also worth your time, and if you want something you can finish, Stranger Things and Squid Game are both complete. Based on Netflix’s Top 10, checked October 2026.
Topping the Charts This Month
Below
A six-episode mystery thriller starring Josh Hartnett, and the No. 1 English-language series on Netflix since it premiered on October 8 — with 17 million views in its first week. Short enough to finish in a weekend.
East of Eden
Florence Pugh leads this adaptation of John Steinbeck’s novel. It climbed to No. 2 in its second week as word of mouth spread.
The Diplomat (Season 4)
Keri Russell’s sharp political drama is back and charting again. Start from Season 1 if you are new — the story is serialized.
Lupin (Season 4)
Omar Sy’s gentleman thief returns with eight new episodes on October 23.
Complete Series You Can Finish
- Stranger Things — all five seasons, finale included.
- Squid Game — all three seasons; the story is finished.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most-watched show on Netflix right now?
Below has been No. 1 on Netflix’s English-language series chart since its October 8, 2026 release.
What is new on Netflix this week?
Lupin Season 4 arrives on October 23, and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 premiered on October 20.
What Netflix shows are finished?
Stranger Things and Squid Game have both ended, so you can watch them start to finish.