Watching a gripping series or an engrossing film is a great way to help pass the day and cold winter (or summer!) nights.
A good series means something to look forward to watching the next day – as long as there’s no binge-watching! Plus great topics of conversations with friends and family if they’re watching the same thing.
Netflix is the world’s most popular video streaming service. There is a huge variety to choose from to fit all interests – from dramatic crime dramas to informative documentaries. Netflix can be viewed on a smartphone, tablet, smart TV or laptop all for one low fixed monthly fee.
Basic plans start with the Standard Plan with Ads which costs $6.99 per month, but means your viewing will be interrupted with Ads. The Standard Plan without Ads costs $15.99. If someone you know already has a Standard (or Premium) Plan, they can add you to their plan for an extra $7.99 .
The Ad-free plans allow for an existing account holder (i.e. your family) to share with 1 (or 2 with a Premium Plan) people who don’t live in their house. There are no extra costs or contracts, and a subscription can be cancelled any time. Whats more, unlike some other streaming sites (e.g. Amazon Prime) everything on Netflix is included in your monthly fee, so you won’t be in danger of watching something that costs extra.
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Age Space have put together our top 10 series recommendations to help wile away a few hours over the next few weeks. They are all available on Netflix US.
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Best Drama and Historical Drama Series on Netflix
Looking for something to really get your teeth into? These much-loved dramas are sure not to disappoint.
1. The Crown
Based on an award-winning play (The Audience), the drama plays out the life of Queen Elizabeth II from the 1940s to modern times. The show explores personal intrigues, romances, national disasters, political rivalries and more. All of which played a big role in shaping the later decades of the 20th century. Olivia Colman puts in a fantastic performance as Queen Elizabeth, and The Crown has scooped a plethora of awards for standout performances as well as for its costume design.
- From: 2016 - 2023
- IMDB Rating: 8.6 / 10
- 6 seasons, 10 episodes per season
- 40-60 min episodes
2. Designated Survivor
An explosion at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. has left all but Tom Kirkman the ‘Designated Survivor’ behind, leading to his immediate and surprise ascension to President. That is the premise Designated Survivor presents us and the show follows the new president’s attempts to find out who is behind the attack and to get a handle on the position it’s left him in.
- From: 2016 - 2019
- IMDB Rating: 7.4 / 10
- 3 seasons, 10-22 episodes per season
- 40-60 min episodes
3. Stranger Things
A missing boy, secret experiments, monsters? In this sci-fi drama set in the 1980s we are invited deeper and deeper into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of Will Byers in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana. The show has received very positive reviews but a warning that it can, at times, get a bit scary! The 5th (and final) season is set for release in 2025.
- From: 2016 - 2025
- IMDB Rating: 8.7 / 10
- 5 seasons, 8-9 episodes per season
- 40-130 min episodes
If your elderly parents haven't found the joys of Netflix yet, and you have a Standard (or Premium) account you can add them to the account for an extra $7.99.
Best Comedy Series on Netflix
Want to add a bit of joy to your day? These classic comedies are sure to get you laughing.
4. Grace & Frankie
An award-winning American TV series. The plot is based around Grace and Frankie who believe their lives in retirement are all set – before their husbands declare their love for each other. Hilarity ensues as the 2 women learn to live together and cope with this unexpected change to their lives. A truly heartwarming show, and just what we all need at this difficult time.
- From: 2015 - 2022
- IMDB Rating: 8.2 / 10
- 7 seasons, 13-16 episodes per season
- 25-35 min episodes
5. Seinfeld
In Seinfeld we follow Jerry Seinfeld and his friends on their adventures, and misadventures, in NYC. While being “a show about nothing” Seinfeld has become a critic and fan favourite, always placing high in all time lists, with its great writing, easy acting and comedic and inventive insights on the everyday.
- From: 1989 - 1998
- IMDB Rating: 8.9 / 10
- 9 seasons, 10-24 episodes per season
- 22 min episodes
6. Shameless
In the South Side of Chicago Frank Gallagher and his dysfunctional family get up to all kinds of crazy schemes and adventures. The show uses comedy to navigate themes of alcoholism and neglect, while also managing to be personal and warming. It has won 4 primetime Emmys in its time and could be worth a try!
- From: 2011 - 2021
- IMDB Rating: 8.5 / 10
- 11 seasons, 12 episodes per season
- 44-60 min episodes
Best Nature and Documentary Series on Netflix
7. Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
The Blue Zones are the areas of our planet where people tend to live unusually long lives. In this mini-series we visit Blue Zones in Japan, California, Italy, Costa Rica, and Greece to learn what is behind these long-life-livers!
- From: 2023
- IMDB Rating: 7.9 / 10
- 1 season, 4 episode
- 30 min episodes
8. Our Great National Parks
A fantastic nature documentary in its own right, Our Great National Parks explores some of the world’s most treasured natural environments, from the Great Barrier Reef to Chile’s Patagonia. Adding to it’s calming, warm photography is that it is narrated throughout by former US president Barack Obama.
- From: 2022
- IMDB Rating: 8.1 / 10
- 1 season, 5 episodes per season
- 50 min episodes
9. World War II: From the Frontlines
Through vivid colorised footage (over 70 films worth) the story of World War II is retold in this 6 part documentary. John Boyega, recently of Star Wars fame, narrates and is accompanied with a series of glorious orchestral pieces. An epic, and at points emotional, watch.
- From: 2019 - 2023
- IMDB Rating: 9.3 / 10
- 2 seasons, 4-8 episodes per season
- 50 min episodes
10. Full Swing (and others)
This golf docu-series follows the players as they progress through the golfing season with a behind-the-scenes look into their lives as professionals, the pressure they experience, their lives away from golf and, in the first season, the conflict between the PGA and LIV Golf tours.
Golf not your thing? No matter as Netflix has other hugely successful similar docuseries on Tennis (Break Point), Formula 1 (Drive to Survive) and Cycling in the Tour de France (Unchained).
- From: 2023 - ongoing
- IMDB Rating: 8 / 10
- 2 seasons, 8 episodes per season
- 40-50 min episodes
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Netflix Frequently Asked Questions
Does Netflix offer a senior discount?
Netflix does not offer a senior discount. A way that older people can pay less, or nothing, to watch Netflix is to share an account with family or friends. A single account can have up to 5 user profiles, and be watched on up to 4 different devices at once.
Is there a free trial for Netflix?.
There is not a free trial for Netflix available at the moment.
Is it easy to cancel Netflix?
Yes, it is easy to cancel a Netflix subscription. Netflix accounts can be cancelled with a couple of clicks, and are then cancelled starting immediately.
Can I watch Netflix for free?
There is no free trial for Netflix. There is also no free version of the Netflix streaming service. There are only paid-for subscription options.
How can I get Netflix on my TV?
Many smart TVs have Netflix built in to them. Almost all TVs made in the last few years will have Netflix available as long as they are connected to the internet.
