Netflix has an impressive lineup of brand-new original series premiering in the new year. Here are ten standouts to add to your must-watch list.

The anticipation of returning shows isn't just about unresolved plots. Instead, it's about reconnecting with worlds that became part of viewers' routines and conversations. From sprawling fantasy epics and prestige dramas to genre-bending sci-fi and addictive comedies,

There were notable animated series that ended in 2025, and seven stood out in particular. These endings included series that had been running for a very long time, and some that unfortunately did not get the chance at success as some of the others on this list.