Forget Your Ex, Here are 10 Netflix Shows Worth Committing To

1. The Haunting of Bly Manor – A Mansion's Murky Memories

Amid the verdant English countryside stood the enigmatic Bly Manor, whispering of untold stories. Dani, an American nanny, arrived, unsuspecting of the shadows lurking within. Ghosts? Yes, but they were tied to tales of love, loss, and longing. As she navigated the manor's maze, past residents like Viola and Perdita revealed their tragic tales. Through old portraits and moonlit lakes, the series peeled back the mansion's layers. But remember: ghosts aren't always what you think, and neither are manors.

2. Kingdom – Korea's Royal Zombie Rumble

Set in medieval Korea, a mysterious plague hit, turning folks into ravenous zombies. The Crown Prince, wrongly accused of treason, raced against time, seeking both the outbreak's origin and a cure. Alongside allies, he uncovered treacherous plots, familial betrayals, and deadly secrets.

By day, they strategized; by night, they fended off relentless undead hordes. Temples, palaces, and frozen ponds became battlegrounds. As the series melded historical intrigue with horror, one had to wonder: which was scarier – royal politics or zombies?

3. Altered Carbon – Tomorrow's Twisted Tech Tales

In a future where consciousness can be transferred between bodies (called "sleeves"), death was no longer permanent... unless your "stack" got smashed. Enter Takeshi Kovacs, awoken centuries after his last demise, in a new sleeve. Why? A wealthy man, Laurens Bancroft, wanted him to solve a so-called suicide.

As Kovacs delved into neon-lit streets and soaring skyscrapers, cyberpunk mysteries unraveled. Clones, AI hotels, and seedy underground clubs painted a vision of tomorrow. Yet, when you can change bodies, can you ever really know someone?

4. Nailed It! – Delightful Dessert Disasters

Competitive cooking? Sure. But how about folks with little to no baking skills trying to recreate culinary masterpieces? Hosted by the ever-vibrant Nicole Byer and suave chocolatier Jacques Torres, "Nailed It!" threw amateur bakers into the comedic cauldron. Giant cookies, tiered cakes, and perplexing confections awaited their attempts. As timers ticked down, and mishaps piled up, laughter was the main course. Sometimes, it's not about the end product, but the deliciously disastrous journey.

5. Dark – Time's Tricky Tangles in Winden

A German town named Winden, with its nuclear plant and labyrinthine caves, harbored secrets that spanned generations. When children began disappearing, four interlinked families – the Dopplers, Nielsens, Kahnewalds, and Tiedemanns – were plunged into a spiraling mystery.

Time travel? Oh, but it's so much more intricate, as past, present, and future coiled tighter. As characters navigated the '33-year cycle', relationships, betrayals, and paradoxes compounded. Dark's narrative web ensnared both characters and viewers. Who knew yesterday's actions could be tomorrow's undoing?

6. The Witcher – Of Magic, Monsters, and Melodies

Ah, the Continent. A place teeming with beasts, brawls, and Bard songs. Geralt of Rivia, our silver-haired Witcher, roamed, slaying monsters and collecting coin. But prophecies and politics intervened when he encountered Yennefer, a fiery sorceress, and Ciri, a young princess with a mysterious destiny. From Blaviken to Cintra, their paths crisscrossed amid battles, betrayals, and... well, occasional bathtubs. Toss a coin to your Witcher, but remember: destiny has its own plans.

7. Sex Education – Moordale High's Hormonal Hustle

Welcome to Moordale High, where hormones run wild and sex-ed gets personal. Enter Otis, the socially awkward son of a sex therapist, who inadvertently starts an underground sex advice clinic. Assisted by Maeve, the whip-smart outcast, they tackle teen dilemmas, from love to lust. As students lined up, secrets spilled, friendships formed, and hearts... well, they did their thing. Amidst the chaos, the series explored sexuality, relationships, and growing pains. Because hey, isn't high school one big learning curve?

8. The Umbrella Academy – Dysfunctional Siblings Saving Days

On the same day, 43 kids were mysteriously born to women who weren't pregnant. Billionaire Sir Reginald Hargreeves adopted seven, training them as a superhero team. Flash forward, they reunited for Hargreeves' funeral, only to discover an impending apocalypse. Time-travel, masked assassins, and inner demons ensued.

As Number Five tried to decipher the end's origin, Klaus communicated with the dead, and Vanya grappled with suppressed powers. Through dance montages and city-wide chaos, family was both the problem and solution. Because even with superpowers, sibling rivalry is real.

9. Ozark – The Byrde's Dirty Money Dilemma

Marty Byrde, a financial planner, got deeply entangled in drug cartel dealings. Solution? Relocate the family to the Ozarks and launder millions to appease his dangerous employers. Navigating local criminals and suspicious FBI agents, the Byrdes' attempts to establish a foothold got murkier. Lakefront casinos, local politics, and rival crime families thickened the plot. As choices led to bloodier outcomes, one had to wonder: Can one ever cleanse dirty money? In the Ozarks, lines blur.

10. BoJack Horseman – Hollywood's Horseman Heartaches

BoJack, a washed-up 90s sitcom star (and yes, he's a horse), navigated a Hollywoo filled with anthropomorphic antics. As he aimed for a comeback, past regrets and present mistakes converged. Friendships with Todd, a human slacker, and Princess Carolyn, a feline agent, added layers to his journey.

Diane, the ghostwriter of his autobiography, and Mr. Peanutbutter, his canine rival, further complicated his life. Amid satirical takes on celebrity culture, the series dived deep into addiction, identity, and mental health. Because even in a world of animated animals, reality bites.