Check out the best streaming shows of 2025, announced by our team.
Are you stuck in an entertainment rut?
Having thousands of options at your fingertips sounds great, but many people (myself included) get overwhelmed by the choices and end up watching the same show they’ve already seen 100 times. I know. 😆
If you think so, we will be happy to assist you. There are so many options when it comes to what to watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Peacock, Paramoun+, and Apple TV, and thankfully the Hip2Save team always has great suggestions.
Here are some of the best streaming shows recommended by our team.
Recommended shows on Prime Video:
on call
Prime’s new series is already a hit with viewers. This fast-paced 30-minute show depicts veteran police officers training new recruits. She will soon realize that she has something to learn from him too.
ring of power
This fascinating show is set thousands of years before The Lord of the Rings. Join familiar favorites and dozens of new characters as you fight against the evil that threatens to take over Middle-earth. Season 2 is available for streaming. Our Hip team loves this series and thinks it’s one of the best streaming shows of the year.
“As a die-hard Tolkien fan, I can’t get enough of this! Season 1 was shocking, but Season 2 was everything I expected!” – Jenna, Hip Sidekick
Reacher
The series, based on the books by Lee Child, centers on retired military police officer Jack Reacher. Arrested for an innocent murder, Reacher finds himself embroiled in a conspiracy involving dirty cops, dirty businessmen, and unscrupulous politicians. IMDB rates this show 8 out of 10 stars. This is a very high rating for a TV show.
upload
Upload is a unique science fiction and comedy Prime Original. The director is Greg Daniels, who also directed “The Office” and “Parks & Rec.” This show is both hysterical and captivating. The story is set in a future where people can literally be “uploaded” when they die.
the boys
Adapting the genres of science fiction, comedy, and drama all at once, The Boys is a hilarious depiction of the world of superheroes as they realistically exist in modern society. Although it’s about superheroes, keep in mind that this is not a show to watch with kids, given the 18+ audience recommendation and adult themes.
Best shows on Netflix:
bridgerton
According to Netflix, Bridgerton season 3 is one of the most-watched Netflix shows of all time, with more than 846 million hours watched in its first 91 days. Set in London in the 1800s, the story follows each member of the high society Bridgerton family as they search for a mate. The show is a mix of love, drama, diversity, and class issues. Watch season 3 to see what happens between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton.
no one wants this
Viewers around the world have fallen in love with Adam Brody, who plays a single rabbi who falls in love with a gender-agnostic podcaster played by Kristen Bell. Can their love overcome their differences? Tune in now to find out why Lina thinks this is the perfect rom-com. 😍
outer banks
Follow John B. and his group of friends as they search for lost treasure. The only problem is, they’re not the only ones looking for it. This series is full of twists, turns, action, and romance. Although it’s aimed at teenagers, many adults are also into it, making it one of the best streaming shows of 2025. Season 4 is now available.
emily in paris
Join Emily, a feisty marketing guru, as she navigates her new life in Paris. From friendship to love to failure at work. There’s plenty of drama and laughter to keep you on your toes. If you’re looking for a show that’s easy to watch and makes you feel good, add this show to your Netflix queue.
worst roommate ever
Hip2Save’s Monica says this true crime show is “bananas.” 🍌 If you think you’ve had a bad roommate, think again. This show follows some of the wildest stories about roommates you’ll never want again.
Best shows on Disney+:
agatha forever
After a goth teen frees her from a warping spell, Agatha Harkness finds herself completely lacking in magic. She agrees to take him on the legendary Witch’s Path, a magical and dangerous ordeal where survivors are given whatever they need. To gather help, two unlikely individuals pair up and recruit a hodgepodge of witches. Will they succeed or fail?
wandavision
The show, which debuted last year, follows the lives of Marvel’s Avengers Wanda Maximoff and Vision over the course of several decades on the sitcom. Something is wrong with this show. As you continue, you’ll understand why. This series was rated 7.8 stars. While there won’t be a second season of WandaVision, there are two related series, including our top pick, Agatha All Long.
“I just finally started watching WandaVision on Disney+, and oh my goodness, it’s amazing. I mainly watched the Marvel timeline before watching Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. I binge-watched it to catch up, and I’m kicking myself for not watching it sooner because it’s shot in such a clever way.” – Emily
Recommended shows on Hulu:
abbott elementary school
Many Hip members love this hilarious comedy series, which is available to stream on Hulu. The series revolves around a group of Philadelphia teachers who do their best to make a difference despite an indifferent principal and an underfunded school system.
rookie
After a life-changing incident, John Nolan decides to pursue his dream of becoming a police officer. As a middle-aged man, he is the oldest recruit in the unit. Will he be able to prove his worth to the troops, or will his colleagues continue to think he’s just having a midlife crisis?
high potential
Actress Kaitlin Olson stars in the drama series as a single mother of three who takes a cleaning job at a police station. With an unusually high IQ of 160, she quickly found herself helping solve crimes and was hired as a consultant for the Los Angeles Police Department.
Best shows on AppleTV:
silo
In this post-apocalyptic television adaptation of Hugh Howie’s best-selling book, thousands of people live isolated in underground bunkers. Engineer Juliet begins to uncover disturbing secrets about the silo as its residents begin to die mysteriously. Season 2 just started in November 2024.
retirement allowance
If you’re looking for a thrilling and mind-boggling series, Severance will capture your heart and soul. The show follows a team of colleagues who agree to a surgery that allows them to forget their personal lives while they work, and vice versa. Needless to say, their job isn’t all it seems…
bad sisters
Grace is married to John Paul. He is an abusive man who takes pleasure in terrorizing Grace and her four sisters. When he died, the sisters were relieved. That was until two insurance agents showed up and started pursuing things. Was John Paul’s death an accident, or do the sisters know more than they are letting on?
the morning show
Serving as one of the debut shows to launch on AppleTV, The Morning Show is a drama series showcasing scandals that take place behind closed doors on morning television. Season 4 began filming in July 2024, so there’s plenty of time to figure out the story.
contraction
Grieving the loss of his wife, therapist Jimmy Laird decides to try a new strategy with his patients: brutal honesty. His new, frank advice quickly leads to life-changing scenarios for both Jimmy and his client, but will these changes be for the better or for the worse? Please check.
Best shows on Max (HBO Max):
the last of us
Approximately 8.2 million viewers watched the season 1 finale, making the show a huge hit for HBO Max. Fungal infections have been decimating the world’s population for two decades. 14-year-old Ellie has immunity and may be the key to saving humanity. Will smuggler Joel be able to get Ellie to a critical rendezvous point, or will those with sinister motives derail their mission?
chimpanzee crazy
I recommend this for Tiger King fans! Monica from Hip2Save says this is just as crazy, but with chimpanzees instead of tigers. The show stars Tonia Haddix, an exotic animal broker. Her love for chimpanzees gets her involved with authorities and animal rights groups. A cat-and-mouse game unfolds with authorities and animal rights groups.
dragon house
If you love Game of Thrones (GOT), you should check out the prequel, House of the Dragon. Taking place 200 years before the events of GOT, the show tells the story of the Targaryen clan. GOT has all the suspense, action, scandal, and dragons and was a favorite show to stream among the hip team.
inheritance
He will be succeeded by the Roy family, which owns multinational media companies. When the fate of the patriarch becomes uncertain, the children begin to vie for control of the company. The show has won a whopping 19 Emmy Awards and is one of the best streaming shows according to our team.
The best shows about Peacock:
based on a true story
A real estate agent obsessed with crime and her ex-tennis star husband discover there’s more to the plumber than meets the eye. Season 2 of this dark comedy is available to stream now.
southern charm
Satisfy your reality TV cravings with Southern Charm! It airs live on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock. Enjoy this silly TV and see what kind of shenanigans Charleston’s elite got themselves into this time!
If you’re already hooked on Southern charm, try Summer House. The next season begins in February.
Best shows on Paramount+:
Landman
Landman is one of the best shows Hip2Save’s Lina has seen in a while. The show takes place in Texas and follows a hodgepodge of roughnecks and billionaires trying to profit from the oil world. Billy Bob Thornton and Ali Larter star, providing comic relief.
lioness
The drama follows Zoe Saldana as Joe, a CIA operative who works for the Lioness Program and fights the war on terrorism. Will she be able to balance her personal and professional life while preventing another 9/11?
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