Must-watch shows and movies now available on Netflix SA.
For those looking for new shows to binge-watch over the comings days, Netflix South Africa has some great new offerings.
Of course, the streaming service has thousands of series and movies to pig out on whenever you please.
Nevertheless, here are a few recommended newly available series and movies to add to your lists of must-watch content.
SERIES
The Crown
This Netflix original series follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. In season two Queen Elizabeth struggles to navigate a world that’s changing around her while preserving both the monarchy and her marriage. The Crown was named Best Drama at the Golden Globes.
Stranger Things
The second season of this surprise sci-fi hit show is now available on Netflix SA. At the start of season two, it has been nearly a year since Will’s strange disappearance. But life’s hardly back to normal in Hawkins.
Rapture
This hip-hop documentary explores the impact the genre has had on global culture. Various hip-hop artists give details about their life stories and what they believe their global impact to be.
Marvel’s Jessica Jones
Marvel is undoubtedly one of the most successful franchises of the moment. This comic book series follows PI Jessica Jones as grapples with ghosts from her past. Season two revolves around Jessica as she hunts down the source of her powers and faces off with a mysterious, super strong killer.
A Series Of Unfortunate Events
Another Netflix original series. The series which is based on the children’s novels of the same name, sees Neil Patrick Harris as the wicked Count Olaf. The second season of the series is now available, with new episodes.
Designated Survivor
This political-crime drama stars Kiefer Sutherland as the character of a US cabinet secretary, Tom Kirkman. The pilot episode of season two sees Kirkman involved in an international crisis due to a hijacked plane.
The Indian Detective
This crime dramedy follows a suspended Canadian cop who visits his father in Mumbai. He then assists in investigating a huge criminal operation with links to home.
MOVIES
Naked
This rambunctious comedy stars Marlon Wayans. Wayans plays Rob, a groom who desperately wants to marry the love of his life, but continuously finds himself stuck in an elevator, naked.
Happy Anniversary
This Netflix film explores the uglier side of love and relationships. A couple celebrates their third anniversary together by contemplating whether they should break up. As they both realise that they are unhappy, they look back on their three-year relationship and all its pitfalls.