10 of the best and 10 of the worst Netflix shows that came out this year, so far

Meghan CookNov 18, 2024, 20:15 IST

A lot of Netflix's original series this year were based on true stories or adaptations. Ed Miller/Netflix; Netflix<ul class="summary-list"><li><a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-pulls-hollywood-power-move-releasing-data-shows-movies-2023-12">Netflix released</a> a slew of comedy, drama, and reality series throughout 2024.</li><li>"Baby Reindeer" and "Nobody Wants This" are among the year's top-rated shows.</li></ul>Netflix has released nearly 50 new original series this year.The <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-streaming-service">streaming platform</a> — which has over 280 million subscribers — offers a wide range of TV genres, from reality dating shows and sitcoms to docuseries and dark dramas.Here are the 10 best and 10 worst shows Netflix premiered in 2024, according to critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes.

"Our Living World" earned a perfect score from critics.

"Our Living World" is a nature series. Netflix

Critics said "Baby Reindeer" stuck with them long past its finale.

Jessica Gunning played Martha.Ed Miller/Netflix

The stars of "Nobody Wants This" charmed critics from the start.

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody starred on "Nobody Wants This."Adam Rose/Netflix

Surreal and innovative, "The Vince Staples Show" earned rave reviews.

Vince Staples created and starred on the series.Netflix

Critics said "Dead Boy Detectives" put a fresh spin on a familiar genre.

"Dead Boy Detectives" is based on a DC Comics series. Ed Araquel/Netflix

"One Day" was praised as delightful and deeply emotional.

"One Day" is based on the book of the same name.Teddy Cavendish/Netflix

Critics found "The Signal" engaging from start to finish.

Yuna Bennett and Florian David Fitz on "The Signal."Anika Molnar / Netflix

Sofía Vergara wowed critics in "Griselda."

Sofía Vergara on "Griselda."Netflix

The latest "Ripley" adaptation received high praise.

Andrew Scott starred as Tom Ripley.Netflix

Critics said "The Brothers Sun" was a full-throttle thrill ride.

Sam Song Li and Michelle Yeoh starred on "The Brothers Sun."Netflix

On the other hand, reviews of "Breathless" were more split.

"Breathless" is a Spanish medical drama.CARLA OSET/NETFLIX

"The Perfect Couple" was written off as little more than a guilty pleasure.

"The Perfect Couple" centers on a wealthy family from Nantucket. Hilary Bronwyn Gayle/Netflix

Some said "Avatar: The Last Airbender" lacked the heart of the original series.

Gordon Cormier starred on the live-action series.Netflix

Reviewers were largely left unimpressed by "The Trust: A Game of Greed."

"The Trust" is a reality series. Netflix

Critics said "A Man in Full" lacked the heft of the original novel.

Jeff Daniels starred on "A Man in Full."MARK HILL/NETFLIX

South Korean drama "The Frog" was called derivative and messy.

Go Min-si on "The Frog."limhyoseon/Netflix

"Tires" fell flat for a majority of reviewers.

"Tires" centers on an auto repair shop. Netflix

"Testament: The Story of Moses" came across as relatively bland.

"Testament: The Story of Moses" is a three-part miniseries.Netflix

"The Accident" was panned for its ridiculous premise.

"The Accident" deals with themes like loss and grief, but the premise undermines them a bit.Carla Danieli / Netflix

The animated "Good Times" series wasn't well received.

Netflix released an animated reimagining of CBS' "Good Times."Netflix

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