Beyond Nobody Wants This: Netflix’s Best Weekend Picks
If Nobody Wants This Season 2 is your current obsession, you’re not alone. The dark comedy’s razor-sharp wit and chaotic charm make it a standout—but Netflix’s lineup is deeper than you think. From pulse-pounding thrillers to swoon-worthy period dramas, here’s your ultimate guide to the platform’s hidden gems.
1. Baby Reindeer: The Psychological Thriller Everyone’s Whispering About
This British limited series—based on a true stalking nightmare—combines raw emotion with unbearable tension. Its 97% Rotten Tomatoes score proves it’s more than hype.
Why watch? Unflinching storytelling, a breakout performance by Richard Gadd, and twists that’ll haunt you.
2. Bridgerton Season 3 Part 1: Your Regency-Era Escape
Polin shippers, rejoice! Penelope and Colin’s slow-burn romance delivers the lavish balls, scandalous quips, and steamy scenes Bridgerton fans crave.
Pro tip: Pair with tea (or something stronger) for maximal escapism.
3. The Gentlemen: Guy Ritchie’s Crime World, Now a Series
Theo James stars in this spin-off of Ritchie’s 2019 film, blending aristocratic intrigue with underworld chaos. Expect razor-sharp banter and morally grey antiheroes.
Best for: Fans of Peaky Blinders or Succession with a taste for British swagger.
4. Hit Man: Glen Powell’s Charisma Powers This Dark Comedy
Top Gun: Maverick’s breakout star shines as a fake assassin in a twisty, surprisingly heartfelt romp.
Unexpected perk: Its 96% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes.
5. Under Paris: A Shark Movie That Doesn’t Bite (Plot-Wise)
Paris underwater + rogue great white = Jaws meets The Day After Tomorrow. Smarter than its premise suggests.
Skip if: You’re planning a Seine cruise soon.
6. Dark Matter: Multiverse Madness with Joel Edgerton
Blake Crouch’s sci-fi novel gets a gripping adaptation exploring identity and infinite realities.
Mind-bend level: Inception meets Stranger Things’ existential crises.
7. The Crown’s Final Episodes: Diana’s Tragedy, Royal Legacy
The show’s poignant farewell covers the late ’90s with Emmy-worthy performances.
Bring tissues: Even critics admit these episodes pack a punch.
8. Wild Wild Punjab: India’s Answer to The Hangover
A breakup sparks a madcap road trip in this Hindi comedy—think ZNMD with extra chaos.
Laugh quota: Guaranteed giggles per minute.
The Takeaway: Your Watchlist Just Got Longer
While Nobody Wants This Season 2 is a top-tier pick, these 8 titles prove Netflix’s depth. Mix and match based on your mood—thrills, chills, or pure fun await.
Which hidden gem will you stream first? Drop your pick in the comments!
