10 Netflix Shows So Addictive, You'll Forget to Check Your Phone

Here's a list of lesser-known but insanely addictive shows you've probably missed on Netflix.

1. Dark (2017-2020)

In the small German town of Winden, two kids go missing. Four families get entangled in a time-travel saga spanning several generations. Jonas, the tormented teenager, discovers a wormhole in the local nuclear power plant's cave system and ends up in different timelines. The show grapples with paradoxes and alternate realities, as Jonas and company try to stop a coming apocalypse. How? By messing with time, of course.

2. The End of the F***ing World (2017-2019)

Alyssa, an outspoken and emotionally detached 17-year-old, teams up with James, a self-diagnosed psychopath, for a road trip. James initially plans to kill Alyssa, but – plot twist! – he falls for her. They're running from their dysfunctional families but end up in a whole heap of lawbreaking, including accidentally killing a rapist.

3. Narcos: Mexico (2018-2021)

If you were hooked on Narcos, don't sleep on its Mexican counterpart. This series dives deep into the rise of the Mexican drug trade in the '80s, following DEA agent Kiki Camarena and drug kingpin Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo. Kiki gets deep undercover, trying to dismantle the cartel from the inside, while Gallardo is busy uniting traffickers to build an empire.

4. The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)

This one's a spin-off from The Haunting of Hill House, but it's a whole different ghost story. Dani, an American nanny, takes care of two orphans in a creepy English mansion. Of course, the house is haunted – by multiple spirits, including the previous governess and a faceless plague doctor. Dani tries to protect the children while uncovering the house's dark history. She's got a tragic backstory of her own, though, involving her deceased fiancé.

5. The Sinner (2017-2021)

A woman, Cora, randomly stabs a guy to death while at the beach with her family. Even she doesn't know why she did it. Detective Harry Ambrose takes it upon himself to figure out the mystery behind the murder. Turns out, Cora has suppressed memories that are slowly revealed, changing the context of the crime entirely. This isn't your typical crime show, as it delves into the psychological whydunnit rather than the whodunnit.

6. Ozark (2017-2021)

Marty Byrde, a financial planner, uproots his family to the Ozarks to launder money for a Mexican drug cartel. Simple, right? Wrong. The FBI is sniffing around, local criminals want in on the action, and Marty's wife Wendy has political ambitions that muddle the waters even more. This show is a cascading series of "Oh no, what now?" moments, making it impossible to look away.

7. Russian Doll (2019-present)

Ever been stuck in a time loop? Nadia sure has. She keeps dying on her 36th birthday party and restarting the day. But hey, it ain't all fun and games. The more she dies, the more things around her start to disappear or change. She meets Alan, a guy who's stuck in his own loop, and together they try to break the cycle.

8. Kingdom (2019-2020)

Zombies in feudal Korea? Looks just as wild as it sounds. Crown Prince Chang is on a mission to investigate a plague affecting his father, the King. Little does he know, the plague isn't your regular sickness – it's full-blown zombieism. The show throws you into political intrigue, class struggles, and yes, hordes of the undead. The kicker? Zombies are dormant during the day but come alive at night. Good luck sleeping after this one.

9. Giri/Haji (2019)

A Tokyo detective, Kenzo Mori, travels to London to find his brother Yuto, who's accused of killing a Yakuza member. While there, Kenzo gets tangled up with various criminal elements and law enforcement. The show is an exquisite blend of family drama, crime thriller, and even includes moments of surreal animation.

10. BoJack Horseman (2014-2020)

You might've heard of this one, but it's so underappreciated. BoJack Horseman, a washed-up TV star who's also a horse, navigates a life of regret, addiction, and failed relationships in Hollywood, or as they call it, "Hollywoo". The show dives into social issues, depression, and the nuances of human (and animal) relationships. Don't be fooled by the animation; it's darker and deeper than you think.