2016 was an interesting year for Netflix, to say the least. Of the many new original series that debuted, a surprising number of them were iffy, but still, Netflix has a track record that most cable and streaming networks envy.
In fact, Netflix added a lot of amazing new series in 2016, including:
And the service isn't slowing down any time soon, preferring to shrink its catalog to churn out more high-quality original content. So if you're looking forward to more acclaimed series like Bloodline , Master of none , Orange is the new black , and Stranger Things , then 2017 will be a fun year for you on Netflix.
Release date: January 6, 2017
One day at a time is a reimagining of the 1975 sitcom of the same name with a twist. It centers on the life of a Cuban-American family consisting of an estranged mother who is a military veteran, a strong-headed feminist daughter, and a socially inept teenage son. Also starring as the grandmother of the family is Rita Moreno, who is one of 12 artists to have won all four major entertainment awards (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony).
Release date: January 13, 2017
Based on the children's novels of the same name by Lemony Snicket, this eight-episode mystery drama series follows Count Olaf (Neil Patrick Harris) as he attempts to steal the inheritance of the Baudelaire orphans and orchestrate their deaths. The first season has already been critically acclaimed for its darkly pleasing tone and mature handling of themes like loss, grief, and hope.
Release date: January 20, 2017
Historical dramas are becoming very popular these days, especially on Netflix with examples in Marco Polo , The Last Kingdom , and The Crown . The next to join that list will be Frontier , which took place during the North American fur trade in the 18th century and has already been described by critics as action-packed, uncomplicated and delicate.
Please note that this series premiered on Discovery Channel Canada in November 2016, but was co-produced by Netflix, which has international distribution rights in all countries except Canada. Therefore, we consider it a Netflix original production.
Release date: February 3, 2017
Santa Clarita Diet is a comedy-horror series centered on the life of a wife who dies, comes back as a zombie and wants to devour everyone except her husband. The husband and wife couple are played by Timothy Olyphant and Drew Barrymore, and the series will feature returning characters played by Nathan Fillion and Mary Elizabeth Ellis.
Release date: March 17, 2017
Iron Fist is the fourth title in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series of shows being produced by Netflix and follows in the footsteps of Daredevil , Jessica Jones , and Luke Cage . The premise involves Danny Rand, a martial arts expert who can call on the power of the Iron Fist to defeat his enemies. If you're a fan of the other MCU shows, then you can't afford to miss this one.
Release date: April 2017
Based on the autobiography of Sophia Amoruso., Girlboss is the dramatic account of a woman who started her own business selling vintage clothing on eBay and turned it into a multi-million dollar brand at the age of 28. The show, which is a comedy in case that wasn't clear, is written and executed by one of the 30 Rock writers. , so expect it to be fun and exciting.
Release date: Sometime in 2017
If you like crime TV, you'll want to add Mindhunter to your watch list, because it's going to be unlike any other crime show you've ever seen. Set in 1979, it will follow two FBI agents who specialize in behavioral science as they interview incarcerated serial killers to solve ongoing cases. On paper it sounds similar to Hannibal And best of all, it will be executive produced by David Fincher.
Release date: Sometime in 2017
Netflix is already home to a host of educational science TV shows. 12 science TV shows to watch on Netflix. 12 science TV shows to watch on Netflix. Two new science TV shows are coming to Netflix in the near future, but here are 12+ awesome science TV shows. shows to keep you in the meantime. Read More (Which of all Myths fans should watch), but the catalog will receive one more high-profile addition in 2017:the famous Bill Nye. This will be a talk show where Nye examines the intersection of modern science, politics, pop culture, and society, and will involve many of his own myths..
Release date: Sometime in 2017
The Defenders will be a crossover miniseries starring the main characters from the four Marvel Cinematic Universe titles produced by Netflix. The miniseries will be developed by the same showrunning duo that made Daredevil , and appears to be a climactic culmination of the individual series. If executed correctly, this could be one of the most impressive feats ever performed in television history.
Release date: Sometime in 2017
With The Punisher being an unexpected favorite among fans of Daredevil It's no wonder Marvel and Netflix decided to give him his own series. Written and executive produced by Steve Lightfoot, who also wrote and executive produced. Hannibal , The Punisher It looks like it's going to be a wild ride for Marvel fans. Although it takes place in the same Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Punisher will not appear in The Defenders .
Release date: Sometime 2017
13 reasons why It will be a drama series based on the Thirteen Reasons Why Novel for young adults with Selena Gómez as executive producer and protagonist alongside Dylan Minnette. The story centers on a high school student who takes her own life, leaving a shoebox full of cassette tapes addressed to 12 classmates and explaining how each of them had a role in her suicide. Q>
Release date: Sometime in 2017
gypsy will follow Jean Holloway, played by Naomi Watts, who plays a therapist who develops intimate and dangerous relationships with the people in her patients' lives. The first two episodes will be directed by Sam-Taylor Johnson, the director of Fifty Shades of Grey. . Not much else is known about the story at the time of this writing.
Release date: Sometime in 2017
Anne It will be a retelling of the classic children's novel. Anne of Green Gables With much more drama and heart. The series will be adapted by Moira Walley-Beckett, who wrote and produced Breaking Bad. and created Flesh and bone . With an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series under her belt, you can be sure that Ana It will be a compelling experience.
Release date: Sometime 2017
Did you enjoy Wet Hot American Summer:First Day of Camp ? Then you'll be happy to hear that Netflix is continuing the series with a sequel titled Ten Years Later. , which will be set in the year 1991 and will take place both at the camp and in New York City. Most of the cast will reprise their roles, and there will also be several new characters.
Release date: End of 2017
Ozarks He's still a long way off, so not much is known about him at the time of this writing. Here's what we do know, though:Jason Bateman (from Arrested Development Fama) will play a city man who moves to the Ozarks (a mountainous region in the central United States) and must pay off a debt he owes to a Mexican drug lord. Sounds pretty interesting, particularly given the Breaking Bad vibrations in your premise.
I am personally moved by A series of unfortunate events , Border , Santa Clarita Diet , and Ozarks . What can I say? I love drama of the deeper, darker variety, albeit always with a bit of lightness. But to be honest, every show on this list has potential, especially 13 Reasons Why. . I wouldn't be surprised if that result turned out to be surprisingly good.
It's this kind of ambition that doesn't bother me when Netflix raises its price. Why You Should Be Willing To Pay More For Netflix Why You Should Be Willing To Pay More For Netflix Every time Netflix raises its prices, millions of users gasp at the chance of paying a couple of bucks more. But this is dumb, because Netflix is an absolute steal. Read more . As long as Netflix keeps their catalog ad-free and as long as they continue to experiment with original content, I will continue to be a happy and loyal subscriber. And I hope you do too..
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