As the January chill sets in across the UK, the desire to curl up on the sofa with a compelling new series has never been stronger. Yet, with Netflix's vast and ever-expanding library, finding that perfect show can feel like an impossible task.
An End to Endless Scrolling
Thankfully, help is at hand. Film and television enthusiast Luke Eccleston, known online as '@eccyreviews', has stepped in to solve the viewer's dilemma. In a recent TikTok video, he unveiled his personally curated list of the top 10 television series currently available on the platform, promising a selection with "something for everyone".
"So if you're sick of endlessly scrolling through Netflix, looking for something to watch, here are the best shows on Netflix," Eccleston declared, describing his picks as "the best of the best".
The Definitive Top 10 List
Leading his recommendations is the German-language psychological thriller 'Dark'. Eccleston hailed it as "one of the most gripping shows out there," warning viewers it demands full attention. This sci-fi mystery, set in a small German town, explores the disappearance of two children and the tangled histories of four families, offering supernatural elements that will appeal to fans of Stranger Things.
In second place is the harrowing limited series 'When They See Us'. Based on the real-life 1989 Central Park jogger case, it dramatises the story of the five wrongly accused Black and Latino teenagers. Eccleston praised it as "the best limited series ever made" and "the best thing Netflix have ever done."
The list then highlights the recent hit 'Adolescence', a 2025 crime drama focusing on a teenager suspected of stabbing a classmate. The show has been widely acclaimed, with its star Owen Cooper making history as the youngest-ever winner of a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his role.
Next is the adaptation of Sally Rooney's novel, 'Normal People'. Following the complex relationship between Marianne and Connell from school into adulthood, Eccleston called it "one of the best romantic and incredible shows you will ever experience," placing it in his personal top five of all time.
For those seeking something brand new, Eccleston recommends 'His & Hers', which landed on Netflix on 8 January 2026. Adapted from Alice Feeney's bestselling novel, this thriller follows an estranged journalist and detective couple reunited by a murder in their hometown, promising a "gripping thriller" with a "shocking ending".
From Cult Classics to Underrated Gems
The sixth spot goes to the acclaimed crime drama 'Mindhunter', which Eccleston labelled "one of the greatest shows of all time." It follows FBI agents in the 1970s and 80s as they interview serial killers to understand their psychology.
He also suggests going into the British psychological thriller 'Behind Her Eyes' blind, advising viewers not to research the plot of this miniseries about a single mother who becomes involved with her psychiatrist boss.
For action fans, 'American Primeval' is highlighted as a current favourite—a brutal Western series depicting the fight for control of the American frontier.
Eccleston also champions the underrated British crime series 'Dept. Q' (Department Q), based on Jussi Adler-Olsen's books. It follows a Copenhagen cold case team and has left him eagerly awaiting a second season.
Finally, the list concludes with the critically adored 'Better Call Saul', the prequel and sequel to Breaking Bad. Charting Jimmy McGill's transformation into the sleazy lawyer Saul Goodman, it's described as simply "unbelievable" and essential viewing.
With this diverse list spanning genres and release dates, Luke Eccleston's guide offers a robust solution to the January streaming slump, providing a clear path to quality viewing without the endless scroll.
