They don't call Netflix the "King of Streaming" for nothing. The streaming pioneer turned industry leader offers the most robust lineup of new exclusives from around the world, cleans up in awards television and regularly dominates the most-watched weekly series.

Of all the streaming services, Netflix left the gate first with regard to original TV series made exclusively for a streaming platform. Shows such as House of Cards, Orange Is the New Black, and a revival of Arrested Development not only helped establish Netflix as a major competitor of traditional TV networks but introduced the concept of binge-watching entire seasons of new TV series.

Netflix made its huge push into sports. It was the exclusive home for the “disgusting-but-can’t-look-away” hot dog eating contest between Joey Chestnut and his rival, Takeru Kobayashi. The streamer also broadcast the Mike Tyson vs.

Netflix has released some incredible content in 2024—and I confess, I’ve devoted hours of my time to watching a whole lot of it. There were binge-worthy shows (like Nobody Wants This), fascinating tell-all documentaries (like Simone Biles Rising Part 2) and,