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Netflix top 10 shows — here’s the 3 you need to binge-watch this week

Tom's Guide · Jul 21, 2026 09:17 · 4 min read

Looking for something new to watch? We've picked the best shows currently dominating Netflix’s top 10 list, including a new comedy starring Will Ferrell.

Deciding what to stream can feel like an uphill battle, especially towards the end of the month when you’ve already worked your way through the biggest new releases and are left wondering what’s left to watch. Rather than wasting half your evening aimlessly scrolling through endless menus, keeping an eye on the trending lists on major platforms like Netflix offers a hassle-free way to the most popular movies and shows.

This week, the top 10 list includes the No. 1 sports comedy starring Will Ferrell, a picturesque family drama based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s bestselling novels, and a dark true crime doc that will rattle your nerves. So, I’ve narrowed down the standout trio that’s genuinely worth your time right now. If you want to scan the rest of the chart, the full top 10 breakdown is waiting for you below.

Note: This list is based on the Netflix U.S. top 10 shows as of Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Best shows in the Netflix top 10

‘The Hawk’

Netflix’s latest No. 1 show is “The Hawk,” marking Will Ferrell’s return to the world of sports comedies. Co-created by Ferrell, the 10-episode Netflix series takes a satirical look at the world of professional golf. It feels like a throwback to mid-2000s sports comedies, with the messy family dynamics of “Eastbound & Down” mixed in. Judging by the trailer, the series seems to swap traditional sports manners for bold outfits, unhinged arguments in public, and plenty of country club chaos.

Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins (Will Ferrell) was once the world's top golfer, but years after reaching the peak of his career, he finds himself struggling to compete against a new generation of talent. Refusing to retire, Lonnie sets out to win the one major championship missing from his résumé and complete a career Grand Slam. His comeback is anything but smooth, as he clashes with PGA officials and faces an increasingly strained relationship with his ex-wife Stacy (Molly Shannon) and his son Lance (Jimmy Tatro), an emerging golf star.

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‘Little House on the Prairie’

Netflix's adaptation of “Little House on the Prairie” reimagines Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic books for a new generation. While previous screen adaptations focused heavily on one family’s isolated frontier life, the 2026 series expands its story by exploring multiple family perspectives and storylines, offering a broader look at 19th-century westward expansion. The warm-hearted family drama keeps the comforting nostalgia of the books and original TV series while bringing the world to life with upgraded production values.

“Little House on the Prairie” follows the Ingalls family as they leave Wisconsin and begin building a new life on the Kansas frontier during the 1800s. The series is centered around young Laura (Alice Halsey), her parents Charles (Luke Bracey) and Caroline (Crosby Fitzgerald), and her sister Mary (Skywalker Hughes) as they settle into unfamiliar surroundings while facing the challenges that come with their new home. Soon, they must navigate their changing lives in the American West.

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‘Worst Neighbor Ever’

True crime fans will want to add “Worst Neighbor Ever” to their watchlist. This is the latest installment in Blumhouse Television’s true-crime anthology franchise, following the success of “Worst Roommate Ever” and “Worst Ex Ever.” Released as a four-episode docuseries event, the show shifts its focus from a toxic household to suburban horror stories unfolding right next door. It takes the relatable anxiety of having a difficult neighbor and explores how property disputes, deception, or obsession can spiral into violence.

This new doc explores real-life cases involving people whose relationships with those living nearby took unexpected turns. Featuring interviews with those involved, law enforcement accounts, body camera footage and reenactments, the series examines four separate stories, including disputes that spiraled into deadly encounters, a suspicious explosion, a prolonged conflict and a complex fraud case. Each episode focuses on the events leading up to the incidents and the people caught in the middle.

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