Are you one of those people who like binge-watching a series while eating? There’s always that frustrating feeling of not finding a good watch on your available streaming services. But that may be because you’re only looking at the trending list of series and movies. Trust us when we say that there are a lot of hidden gems hiding in plain sight. From mind-bending thrillers to feel-good films, here are the 12 hidden gems on streaming services you need to watch out for (literally).
12. Terriers (2010)
If you want to feel the bittersweet feelings that fans feel over a canceled show, then here’s Terriers, which is worthy enough to binge-watch. It’s about an ex-cop and his recovering best friend who run an unlicensed private investigation business in San Diego. It’s a cross between humor and mystery that will keep you glued to your seat.
11. The Breaker Uppers (2018)
Believe it or not, there’s a business that helps people break up with their partners. If you want to know how, then find out in this film from New Zealand, which follows best friends who run an agency for that. They also get paid to stage affairs and even deaths just to end relationships. It’s made for the brokenhearted who need some laughs from an anti-romcom film with ice cream.
10. The Mustang (2019)
Here’s the question: Can a wild horse save a man’s soul? You’ll see it in this film, based on a real-life rehabilitation program for convicts that train mustangs. When one inmate was consumed with rage, he was given a chance to tame a spirited horse, which forced him to confront his inner self. It’s a moving story about redemption without your usual story clichés.
9. Maxton Hall — The World Between Us (2024)
If you haven’t gotten over your teen drama years, then this one’s another series to add to your list. A scholarship student from an elite private school learns about a scandalous secret. She’s thrown in an orbit of the arrogant and super-rich heir bearing the classic enemies-to-lovers. Get ready for sizzling chemistry and emotional depth that feels refreshing.
8. We Are Lady Parts (2021)
Intriguing as its title is, it’s about an all-female Muslim punk rock band called Lady Parts who are looking for a lead guitarist. They recruited a geeky microbiology student who opts for the lab over a loud guitar. It’s a British comedy that’s a mix of rebellious and fun in friendships, faith, and finding one’s own voice in society.
7. The Letdown (2017)
If you’re looking for a show about parenthood, then this Australian comedy will bring you brutal honesty and humor. It’s about a new mother who’s struggling with an identity crisis and the chaos of raising a baby. She soon finds solace in her quirky new parents’ group, and the rest is history. It’s perfect for all first-time parents out there who want a good laugh from a relatable comedy.
6. Sugar (2024)
Colin Farrell stars as a film-obsessed private detective searching for the missing granddaughter of a legendary Hollywood producer. Starting the story with a classic and stylish LA, but with a jaw-dropping twist halfway through the season. It’s the perfect watch if you want a genre-bending series that will keep you guessing.
5. Derry Girls (2018)
It was set during the political turmoil of 1990s Northern Ireland. The comedic story follows a group of funny and self-absorbed teenage girls and one boy who’s navigating Catholic school, family, and drama. It tells you again about the chaos of being a teenager that you want to go back to.
4. His House (2020)
If you’re looking for a horror suspense film, then here’s a find for you. It tells about a refugee couple that came from war-torn South Sudan. They escape with the hope of a better life in an English town, but their dilapidated new home holds a terrifying secret. It blends supernatural vibes with real trauma and the displacement of survivor’s guilt.
3. Giri / Haji (2019)
What happens when a Tokyo detective travels to London to look for his presumed-dead brother? But he’s actually tangled with the Yakuza. This Japanese series is one of the most stylish crime thrillers ever made, which also mixes drama, humor, and visuals. There’s also an interpretative dance sequence in the middle, which is a must-see.
2. The Day of the Jackal (2024)
Forget what you know about the classic thriller. This reimagining stars Eddie Redmayne as an effective as*asin placed on a high-stakes mission with an MI6 agent hot on his trail. It’s a cat-and-mouse game mixed with cinematic action and emotional depth. It’s perfect for those who like to hold their breath.
1. Babylon Berlin (2017)
Babylon Berlin was set in the politically explosive world of 1929 Berlin. This German masterpiece follows a troubled police inspector as he investigates a web of crime, corruption, and extremism. With a budget that rivals Hollywood blockbusters, the show’s production values are such that they will make you question who you’re siding with.