Here’s 7 Netflix Limited Series You Can Binge Watch In One Day
Long running series are far and few between and the adoption of miniseries has become a trend. Sometimes a movie is just not enough time to dissect an entire story, but on the other hand, not every story requires a multi-season run. Pop Culture Planet contributor Jordan Bohan breaks down all the limited series on Netflix that you can binge watch in one day.
Anatomy of a Scandal
Anatomy of a Scandal is a limited series that follows minister James Whitehouse. He is a happily married man with a loving family, but secrets come to light revealing a much more scandalous story. This psychological thriller is the perfect quick binge that will have you hooked from the very beginning.
Dash & Lily
The holiday series is based on Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan. A whirlwind romance begins as Lily (Midori Francis) and Dash (Austin Abrams) share dreams, dares, and desires in a notebook that they pass back and forth throughout New York City. This youthful love story is a comforting winter watch that will get you in the holiday spirit.
Inventing Anna
Anna Delvey’s life garnered lots of interest over the years, but drastically rose in fame due to Inventing Anna. The series follows a journalist investigating the Instagram legend who stole the hearts and money of New York elites. The story of fame, greed, and power reveals the real-life of Anna Sorokin.
Maniac
Annie Landsberg and Owen Milgrim are two strangers that meet during a mysterious pharmaceutical trial. The patients are told that a radical treatment of pills will repair anything about the mind. As the duo and ten other subjects endure a three day drug trial, things don’t go to plan. Starring Jonah Hill and Emma Stone, this series has elements of mystery, drama, and comedy.
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Stemming from the world of hit series Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte is a stand alone original story. Though this show has more impact in the context of the original series, its storyline is independent and can be enjoyed without prior knowledge. It dives into the background of Queen Charlotte and how she came to power through her marriage to King George. It’s a heartfelt story about unconditional love and the struggles of adjusting to newfound fame and popularity.
The Queen’s Gambit
Based on the 1983 American novel by Walter Tevis, The Queen’s Gambit follows chess prodigy Beth Harmon as she becomes an elite chess player while battling a drug and alcohol dependency. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, this suspenseful drama will hook you from the very beginning and may make you want to pick up chess as a hobby.
Unbelievable
When a teen girl reports being assaulted, two female detectives follow the evidence that could reveal the truth. This series is based on a real story and explores the belief system many hold around sexual assault and violence.
