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Having trouble finding what to watch on Netflix? Lucky for you we’ve spent way too much time bingeing TV shows and movies to find the very best on Netflix. Below we’ve gathered updated streaming guides highlighting the best movies, documentaries, and series on Netflix for your enjoyment.

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New on Netflix: 5 must-see shows and movies in July

Netflix has all kinds of great new releases for every taste in July.
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The best shows on Netflix to stream right now

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The best Netflix movies to stream right now

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Netflix is reportedly making a move that sports fans will love

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Star Wars drinking game rules you can use for all the movies

Stranger Things

The 12 best sci-fi shows to stream on Netflix right now

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The 14 best Netflix original movies for you to watch right now

The 14 best Netflix documentaries to stream right now

The 10 best action movies on Netflix

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Netflix’s password sharing crackdown has created a ‘cancel reaction’

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4 shows and movies coming to Netflix this month (that everyone will be talking about)

The Chef Show

The best food shows to binge on Netflix right now

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The 16 best sports documentaries of all time

From a team of misfit ballplayers to golf prodigies under 5-feet tall, these are some of the best sports documentaries of all time.
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10 shows like The Mandalorian to watch now

The Mandalorian is one of the biggest streaming hits today, but there are other sci-fi TV shows you'll enjoy if you are a fan of Pedro Pascal's space warrior.

The 10 best Jim Carrey movies, ranked

One of the most recognizable names in comedy, Jim Carrey has made a name for himself with some of the best movies of the past few decades.

The 10 best comedy movies on Netflix

To keep your spirits up and your funny bone fine-tuned, we've handpicked the 10 best comedy movies to stream on Netflix right now.
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The 10 best Tom Cruise movies, ranked

Tom Cruise has been in some of the most iconic movies ever. We're ranking the best of the best.
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The 19 best food documentaries of all time

These are the 19 best food documentaries of all time, from films about meticulous sushi chefs to the woes of the fast food industry.
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Ranked: The 10 best Tom Hanks movies ever

Tom Hanks has starred in a vast array of comedic, tragic, and heartwarming movies over the course of his career. These are 10 of our favorites.
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Sate your wanderlust with the best travel documentaries and shows on Netflix

You may not be able to travel for one reason or another, but thankfully, you can travel virtually by watching the best Netflix travel shows and documentaries.
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Every ‘Creed’ and ‘Rocky’ movie, ranked

The "Creed" and "Rocky" franchises have produced some truly great movies, and a couple that don't quite measure up. We've ranked them here.
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The best competitive cooking shows to watch in 2023

Looking for competitive cooking shows to binge? We've gathered a list of the 10 best cooking competitions you can stream in 2023.
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Ranked: The best Leonardo DiCaprio movies

Leonard DiCaprio has come a long way since being a teenage heartthrob. These are the 10 best movies he's done to prove his worth as an actor.
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The best anime series on Netflix to watch right now

Netflix has a surprisingly impressive collection of anime if you know where to look. Dive into some of the best anime series available this year.

Loving March Madness? 10 basketball documentaries you need to stream

Basketball documentaries help inform and inspire fans all over the world. These are our picks for the best of the bunch.

The 15 best sci-fi movies on Netflix in 2023

There are plenty of great sci-fi movies on Netflix to choose from. Here are our best picks for this year.
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The 18 best true-crime documentaries on Netflix right now

If you're like the rest of the country, you're probably obsessed with true crime right now. Here are the best documentaries on Netflix to get your fix.
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The 10 best Jake Gyllenhaal movies, ranked

Jake Gyllenhaal has been one of the best actors working in Hollywood for more than 20 years now. Here are some of our favorite films in his catalog.

These incredible cartoons on Netflix are the binge-worthy shows adults will love

Whether you're looking for a relaxing cartoon or some mind-bending adult animation, we've found the best Netflix animated series to stream right now.
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The 15 best fighting movies of all time

If you're looking for some of the best fighting movies of all time, we've gathered a mix of martial arts, boxing, karate, and everything in between.
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From Power Rangers (really) to Breaking Bad: Our favorite Bryan Cranston roles

To welcome Bryan Cranston back to our TV screens, we've decided to take a look at his varied career and rank his best performances.

The 10 best movie drinking games to play on Netflix

Running out of movies to watch on Netflix? Try spicing up your selection with 10 great movie drinking games you can play on Netflix right now.
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The 8 best horror movies on Netflix right now

These are the Netflix horror movies that will make leaving your couch feel unnecessary.
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10 best Black History movies to watch in February and beyond

Black History Month is a great time to explore the canon of great Black history movies, many of which are on this list.
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People just might hate Netflix ads a little less than previously thought

People just might hate Netflix ads a little less than previously thought

Netflix's new ad-supported tier may be hurting its business a little less than some thought.
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How the Satanic Panic Influenced Stranger Things Season 4

How the Satanic Panic Influenced Stranger Things Season 4

Stranger Things season 4 conjures 1980s nostalgia via the “Satanic Panic” aimed at Dungeons and Dragons role players. Kate Bush also makes a grand appearance.
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8 Great LGBTQ+ Documentaries to Stream During Pride Month

8 Great LGBTQ+ Documentaries to Stream During Pride Month

The Manual brings you eight great LGBTQ+ documentaries to explore the movement’s history and the events that helped shape today’s queer climate.
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Bill Skarsgård Stars as Suave Bank Robber in Netflix’s ‘Clark’

Bill Skarsgård Stars as Suave Bank Robber in Netflix’s ‘Clark’

'Clark' is Netflix's unceasing action series starring Bill Skarsgård as the man behind Stockholm syndrome, who swayed Sweden to love him despite his crimes.
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The Late Norm Macdonald Left Behind a Surprise Stand-Up Show

The Late Norm Macdonald Left Behind a Surprise Stand-Up Show

Late comedian Norm Macdonald, who died this year at 61, shot a secret standup performance in his living room. It's slated to air on Netflix on May 30.
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The 10 Best Netflix Original Series To Stream Right Now

The 10 Best Netflix Original Series To Stream Right Now

Netflix has become synonymous with TV for some, and they've also developed plenty of original series that stand up to the best shows from any network.
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10 Black History Movies for Kids to Watch Right Now

10 Black History Movies for Kids to Watch Right Now

Finding the best Black history movies for kids is a great way to dive into the topic at a young age.
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Marvel shows are leaving Netflix and could be headed to Disney+

Marvel shows are leaving Netflix and could be headed to Disney+

Marvel shows like Jessica Jones and Daredevil are leaving Netflix soon and it's possible they may switch over to Disney+
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The 10 Best Social Justice Movies to Stream Right Now

The 10 Best Social Justice Movies to Stream Right Now

Looking to educate yourself? We've gathered some of the best movies and documentaries about social justice currently streaming online.
Even 'Dune's' Timothee Chalamet (right) makes an appearance in Netflix's star-laden flop, 'Don't Look Up.'

Netflix’s ‘Don’t Look Up’ Not Standing Tall in Reviews

Netflix’s ‘Don’t Look Up’ Not Standing Tall in Reviews

Critics and audiences panned ‘Don’t Look Up’ for lacking depth in the star-laden disaster satire. Solid performances can’t lift up a limpid plot and long joke.
Kristen Bell as Anna, who's having a bit of trouble cutting back the drinking after she may have witnessed a murder in the new Netflix series, 'The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window.'

Kristen Bell May Have Witnessed a Murder in New Netflix Dark Comedy Series

Kristen Bell May Have Witnessed a Murder in New Netflix Dark Comedy Series

The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window preview features a heartbroken Kristen Bell as Anna who witnesses a murder ... or did she?
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‘Cowboy Bebop’ Be Gone — Netflix Pulls the Plug After Less Than a Month

‘Cowboy Bebop’ Be Gone — Netflix Pulls the Plug After Less Than a Month

Netflix devastated cast members, crew, and fans by canceling the much-hyped “Cowboy Bebop” live-action series less than a month after the spinoff’s premiere.
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‘True Story’ Tells the Oldest Tale of All: You Can’t Escape Your Family

‘True Story’ Tells the Oldest Tale of All: You Can’t Escape Your Family

In the Netflix series 'True Story,' the Kid (Kevin Hart) is a mega-selling comedian whose dream life quickly spirals into a dark place after a disastrous night.
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Japanese Manga Adaptation ‘Alice in Borderland’ Returns to Netflix in 2022

Japanese Manga Adaptation ‘Alice in Borderland’ Returns to Netflix in 2022

The Japanese survival action thriller, 'Alice in Borderland,' dropped its season two teaser at the 2021 Netflix Festival Japan. Catch up with The Manual.
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10 Underrated Netflix Movies You Might Have Missed

10 Underrated Netflix Movies You Might Have Missed

Running out of critically acclaimed films to watch? Here's a list of some of the best underrated movies on Netflix to expand your horizons.
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What Stranger Things Season 4 Episode Titles Suggest

What Stranger Things Season 4 Episode Titles Suggest

Netflix released the titles for Stranger Things season 4’s episodes this week. This break down looks at what they might mean for the monster fighters.