Latest popular Netflix series - three must-see recommendations for immediate viewing
Top Picks from Netflix's US Top 10 as of August 12, 2025
If you're looking for something new to watch on Netflix, here are the top three recommended shows from the US Top 10 list as of August 12, 2025:
- "Wednesday" Season 2 – A highly popular mystery thriller series that has returned to Netflix, making it the biggest series on the platform. In this second season, Wednesday Addams navigates family, friendships, old and new adversaries, and a mystery in her second year at Nevermore Academy. Part 1 of the season is available to stream now, with the remaining episodes due to stream in a few weeks.
- "Love Life" – An anthology romantic comedy originally from HBO Max, acclaimed for its charming storytelling. Each season follows a different character's romantic experiences. The current season is on Netflix's top 10 list.
- A recently released mystery thriller (title not specified in the search results but highlighted as a top recommended show) – Details about this show are scarce, but it is a gripping and suspenseful addition to Netflix's top 10 list.
Beyond these top three picks, the Netflix top 10 list also includes "The Hunting Wives", a soap drama based on May Cobb's bestselling novel, and "WWE Raw" at the top of the list on August 19. However, these shows were not highlighted in the recommendation article dated August 12.
If you're not finding anything you like on the Netflix top 10, there's a guide available for the best Netflix shows for more top suggestions. You can also follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds.
In "The Hunting Wives", the titular group of housewives have dangerous secrets, and a character named Sophie befriends wealthy socialite Margo Banks and her exclusive clique, known as the "Hunting Wives". Sophie's involvement with the group lands her in hot water and makes her a prime suspect in the death of a teenage girl.
Remember, while the Netflix top 10 list can help in choosing what to watch, not all trending content may be worth watching. It's always a good idea to do some research and read reviews before diving into a new show or movie. Happy streaming!
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