Top 5 Must-Watch Netflix Shows This Week: November 3–9, 2025

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Want to find great shows to watch on Netflix this week? Ebaster has a list of the top 5 new releases and classic favorites you can stream anytime.

During the first week of November 2025, our TV critics chose Netflix’s most captivating shows, featuring one critically praised series with an exceptional 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Ebaster also shares weekly recommendations for what to binge-watch on streaming services like Prime Video, HBO Max, Paramount+, and Apple TV. Ready to relax? Here are our picks for the 5 best shows to stream on Netflix this week, from November 3rd to 9th, 2025.

Squid Game: The Challenge

The second season of Squid Game: The Challenge begins streaming on Netflix with the first four episodes available on Tuesday, November 4th. Four more episodes will be released on November 11th, and the final episode will air on November 18th.

Taking cues from the popular show Squid Game, this new reality competition puts contestants through intense challenges for a chance to win a $4.56 million prize. The good news? Losing a challenge won’t be fatal, unlike in the series.

Nearly 450 people from all over the globe are competing to win the reality show inspired by Squid Game. If you enjoyed the first season, you’ll definitely want to watch this new Netflix series this week!

The Vince Staples Show

The second season of the popular comedy series, The Vince Staples Show, premieres on Thursday, November 6th. The first season, featuring Long Beach rapper Vince Staples, was highly rated, earning a 94% approval score on Rotten Tomatoes from both viewers and critics.

The first season of the show, with only five episodes, came out in February 2024 and is perfect for a quick watch before the next season arrives. It centers around Vince as he experiences a series of funny and unbelievable events in his seaside hometown.

Entertainment Weekly described the series as a darkly funny, honest, and loosely autobiographical story about a man from Long Beach, California, simply trying to get through his day. It’s a must-see for comedy lovers and is available to binge-watch on Netflix.

Death By Lightning

This week, Netflix is releasing a highly anticipated 4-part historical drama called Death By Lightning. The series stars Nick Offerman (known from The Last of Us), Michael Shannon (The Bikeriders), Betty Gilpin (American Primeval), and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession).

This miniseries tells the dramatic true story of the 1881 assassination of President James Garfield (played by Shannon) by his killer, Charles Guiteau (played by Macfadyen).

This week, don’t miss Death By Lightning on Netflix! This original series boasts a fantastic cast and tells a fascinating true story from the past. If you enjoy historical dramas or true crime, you’ll definitely want to start watching when it’s released on Thursday, November 6th.

Minx

All 18 episodes of the popular comedy Minx, originally airing on Starz, will be available to stream on Netflix starting Tuesday, November 4. The show, set in 1970s Los Angeles, is a quick and easy watch with each episode lasting around 30 minutes – perfect for a weeknight binge.

The series Minx centers around Joyce (Ophelia Lovibond), a passionate feminist who starts the first erotic magazine designed for women. It received high praise, earning a 93% ‘Certified Fresh’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes (with season one scoring even higher at 98%), though some viewers had varied opinions.

Let me tell you, if you’re a bit sensitive, you’ll notice Minx has a fairly strong rating for sexual content on IMDb. But trust me, it’s not gratuitous. Everything you see actually serves the story and adds to the show’s smart, funny vibe. If you enjoyed shows like Masters of Sex or GLOW, you’re going to absolutely adore this progressive comedy. It’s right up that alley!

Broadchurch

I was so excited to hear that all three seasons of Broadchurch are now on Netflix, starting November 1! If you haven’t seen this amazing crime drama with Olivia Colman and David Tennant, you really should check it out – it’s fantastic and now’s the perfect time to start watching.

As a huge fan of crime dramas, I absolutely loved Broadchurch. It centers around detectives Alec Hardy and Ellie Miller as they try to solve the heartbreaking murder of a young boy in what seems like a perfect little town. The whole series, which originally aired in 2013, has 24 episodes spread over three seasons – honestly, it’s ideal for a week-long viewing marathon!

The third season of Broadchurch received an impressive 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated season of the series. If you’re looking for a gripping and suspenseful mystery to watch, Broadchurch is a top pick for binge-watching on Netflix.

Looking For More Binge Options This Week?

Want to know what was trending on Netflix last weekend? Check out Ebaster’s guide for a roundup of the most popular shows – it’s a great way to catch up if you missed anything!

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