Looking for something great to watch on Netflix? Ebaster recommends these 5 top-rated TV shows, all of which have received excellent reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and are perfect for your watchlist.
Here are the top 5 Netflix shows you won’t want to miss this week, from December 15th to 19th, 2025. We’ve included critically acclaimed series, shows everyone is talking about, and a few lesser-known favorites. Our top pick is a truly exceptional show, widely considered to be perfect.
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My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman
Logline: “Comedian David Letterman interviews people he finds fascinating.”
This week, Netflix is releasing a new episode of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman, featuring a conversation with Adam Sandler. Sandler is receiving praise for his performance in the film Jay Kelly, and he joins the iconic talk show host for a 48-minute interview.
David Letterman fans will love this! Netflix is releasing more interviews from his My Next Guest series, including conversations with stars like Caitlin Clark and John Mulaney. This new batch of episodes is expected to be very popular on Netflix this week.
Castle Rock
This psychological horror series, set within the world of Stephen King’s stories, blends grand, mythical elements with deeply personal character studies. It’s an expansive tale of good versus evil unfolding within a small area of Maine’s forests.
I was so excited to see that Castle Rock finally landed on Netflix on December 16th! As a huge Stephen King fan, I’ve heard nothing but good things about this Hulu series – a lot of people consider it one of the best adaptations of his work we’ve gotten in recent years. It’s based on the classic Stephen King story of the same name, and I can’t wait to check it out.
With a high 88% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Castle Rock is a truly captivating series perfect for binge-watching. It’s a relatively short show with only two seasons and 20 episodes total, each around an hour long. If you’re looking for a spooky and thrilling show to watch this holiday season, Castle Rock on Netflix is a great choice.
The West Wing
Logline: “Inside the lives of staffers in the West Wing of the White House.”
This week, Netflix added the critically acclaimed series The West Wing, which many consider to be the best political show ever made. Created by Aaron Sorkin, the talented writer behind The Social Network and A Few Good Men, it’s a great choice for viewers who enjoyed Netflix’s recent political drama, The Diplomat.
If you’re looking for a compelling series to watch, consider The West Wing. With seven seasons and over 155 episodes, this Emmy-winning show is often ranked among the greatest TV dramas of all time, making it perfect for a binge-watching session throughout the coming weeks and into the new year.
Emily In Paris
A young woman from the American Midwest takes a job with a Paris marketing company, offering her uniquely American viewpoint.
As a total TV fan, I’m really excited about the new season of Emily in Paris hitting Netflix this week! Season five drops on December 18th, and honestly, with 50 episodes already, it’s become a go-to show when you’re in the mood for something with a little bit of everything – romance, laughs, and some good drama.
The Netflix series Emily in Paris, starring Lily Collins, received mixed reviews, with a score of 63% on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite this, the show is very popular with viewers around the world and is expected to be one of Netflix’s biggest hits this week and throughout 2025.
Breaking Bad
Okay, so picture this: I just saw a film with a really compelling premise. It centers around a high school chemistry teacher who gets devastating news – he’s got lung cancer, and it’s not something doctors can fix. Facing the possibility of leaving his family with nothing, he makes a shocking decision. He teams up with a former student, and together they start cooking meth to earn money. It’s a dark story, but incredibly gripping – a desperate man doing desperate things for the people he loves. Honestly, it’s a wild ride.
Many consider Breaking Bad to be the best TV show ever made, and it’s widely praised as a brilliant series. Created by Vince Gilligan – who currently has a hit new show called Pluribus on Apple TV+ – this award-winning drama and thriller is now streaming exclusively on Netflix.
IMDb ranks Breaking Bad as the greatest show ever, and it’s won 16 Emmy Awards, including for best drama series. It also has a 97% audience approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. If you’re looking for a fantastic show to watch on Netflix – whether it’s your first time or a re-watch – Breaking Bad is always a great choice.
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