4 Perfect Miniseries on Netflix to Finish in One Sitting

Spending time in front of the TV or laptop binge-watching has become one of the most popular ways to spend a weekend. "Netflix and chill" is literally the most celebrated form of entertainment, and couples sometimes even prefer it to a classic date. And that's not surprising.

The thing is, the TV show market is so crowded with different series that it has become really easy to find something to watch in the evening. Just select the genre in the filters and enjoy what the library has to offer.

Another important filter is, of course, the length of the series. Many people don't have a lot of time to watch a show for years, they need to know what's in store for them right now. If you’re like that, Netflix has some of the most entertaining miniseries ever created. We suggest you start with these 4.

1. Unbelievable (2019)

One of the most acclaimed miniseries on the platform and beyond is this 98%-rated thriller. The true crime series revolves around a young teenage girl who claims she was raped, but instead of being supported, she is accused of lying. Under pressure, she was forced to retract her report and stop talking about it.

However, the case piqued the interest of two tenacious investigators, Karen Duvall and Grace Rasmussen, who began the investigation only to find that there were several similar sexual assaults in different states. The show delves deep into the exploration of this rather difficult topic, making it clear how experiencing sexual assault can change a person's life to the absolute worst.

2. The Haunting of Hill House (2018)

Another highly praised series is this one, which is actually Mike Flanagan 's first project with Netflix. The terrifying miniseries is one of the best horror shows on the platform to date. The story in The Haunting of Hill House is told in two timelines and chronicles the life of the Crain family and their experiences in the haunted house. The show is only 10 episodes long, so it’s possible to binge one Saturday night.

“Had an opportunity and binged the show. I really love how it starts off going backwards and forwards over two incidents from the past and present and you see everyone's perspective on the same events until it reveals all. So you really get into the whole learning about what happened bit by bit type of storytelling with a lot of character drama. So if you like that type of series you'll enjoy this,” Redditor apple_kicks said.

3. Maid (2021)

This Netflix miniseries is also highly praised, with a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The series centers on Margaret Qualley's character Alex Russell, a single mother who turns to housekeeping to survive.

She has a child to support, so she decides to clean people's houses to make ends meet. The fight against poverty is tough, but she tries her best to build a better future for them both.

Told primarily from the point of view of the title character, Maid gives a deep exploration of the problem of poverty in the U.S.

4. Unorthodox (2020)

Upon its release, the show caused quite a stir in the media. The miniseries follows the life of a young ultra-orthodox Jewish woman who finally finds the strength to take charge and change her destiny. She decides to start a new life abroad. But there are many obstacles to overcome before she can finally feel free and happy.