Let’s set the scene: It’s Friday night and you’ve kicked off your shoes for the perfect Netflix night with your bestie. You both plop onto the couch, ready to watch something. But then…the endless scroll begins.
Sound familiar?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you. Whether you’re craving belly laughs, gripping drama, or a little supernatural spice, here’s a handpicked list of Netflix shows and movies that are 100% binge-worthy and totally bestie-approved.
For Rom-Com Lovers: “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” (Trilogy)
Let’s be real: Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky gave us butterflies we did not expect. These films are sweet, nostalgic, and full of the kind of “aww” moments that are so much better when watched with someone who will pause to scream at the screen with you.
Snack pairing: Chocolate-dipped strawberries and orange juice. Obviously.
For When You’re Feeling a Twisty: “Behind Her Eyes”
One word: wild. This psychological thriller starts slow, then completely flips the script by the end. If you’re into shows that make you text each other “WAIT WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!” Yea this is it.
Warning: Don’t Google it. Just press play.
For Comfort Vibes: “Derry Girls”
Short episodes. Thick Irish accents. Zero chill. “Derry Girls” is pure chaos in the best way possible, following a group of teens growing up in 90s Northern Ireland. You’ll be quoting it after one episode (“I’m not being an individual on my own!”).
Bonus: You can easily binge it in a night. You will want to.
For the Fantasy Fanatics: “Shadow and Bone”
It’s like Harry Potter meets Game of Thrones, with a dash of swoony romance and dark magic. Even if fantasy isn’t your usual go-to, this one’s visually stunning and surprisingly addictive.
Bestie tip: Watch it together and pick your “emotional support Grisha.” It’s a thing.
For Cry-Laughing: “Dead to Me”
Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini are the messy, ride-or-die best friends we all secretly aspire to be. With dark humour, mystery, and emotional gut-punches, this show is a rollercoaster and your bestie will be glad to be strapped in with you. Netflix has quite some good comedy shows.
Optional but recommended: Tissues.
For Dancing in Your PJ’s: “Someone Great”
This underrated rom-com is about heartbreak, friendship and healing. All set for a killer playlist. Gina Rodriguez is charming, funny, and totally relatable as a woman trying to move on and move forward.
Must-do: Post-movie group karaoke to Lizzo’s “Truth Hurts.” Trust us.
For the Crime Junkies: “The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window”
Is it a satire? Is it a thriller? It’s both and it’s hilarious. Kristen Bell absolutely nails the over-the-top drama in this cheeky mystery that pokes fun at the genre while still keeping you guessing.
Suggested activity: Try to solve the mystery before your bestie does. Loser refills the snacks.
A Netflix Night You and Your Bestie Will Remember
The perfect night-in doesn’t require a packed schedule or a huge crowd. Sometimes, all you need is a shared blanket, a solid streaming plan, and your favorite person on the couch beside you.
Netflix is bursting with hidden gems, tearjerkers, and laugh-out-loud gems just waiting to be discovered—so the next time you and your bestie are stuck in scroll-purgatory, let this guide be your golden ticket to a night full of “one more episode” moments.
Now go grab that blanket. Your next obsession is waiting.
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