5 Netflix Miniseries That Are Perfect Weekend Binges

I just finished watching these shows, and wow, they really run the gamut! You’ve got everything from genuinely creepy horror and darkly funny comedies to stuff that really makes you think about what it means to be human. Honestly, some of these episodes are going to stick with me for a while – they’re powerfully unsettling at times – but it’s a good kind of unsettling. I think viewers will find the whole experience incredibly rewarding, even if it leaves them a little shaken.

It’s a New Era For Seinen Anime in 2026

Anime series with darker, more mature content – like Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, and Hell’s Paradise – have become incredibly popular recently. This shows that anime fans are looking for shows that tackle more complex and often violent or emotionally challenging topics. These series, often categorized as ‘seinen,’ differ from traditional, more lighthearted ‘shonen’ anime with their focus on mature themes and complex characters.

‘Jury Duty’ returns with ‘Company Retreat’ and a new lovable, out-of-the-loop hero

The creators of ‘Jury Duty’ are back with a new show called ‘Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,’ debuting Friday on Prime Video. The show follows Anthony Norman, a man who thinks he’s started a temporary job at a small hot sauce company called Rockin’ Grandma’s. Unbeknownst to him, the company is heading to its annual retreat, where the founder, Doug Womack, plans to retire and pass the business on to his son, Dougie Jr. Dougie Jr. recently returned from Jamaica after his attempt at a music career – a ska-influenced EDM band – didn’t take off.

Touch Me Review: Addison Heimann’s Latest Is A Deliriously Horny & Mesmerizing Sci-Fi Thrill Ride

The upcoming release is truly something special. This unique sci-fi horror-comedy first premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, alongside popular films like Together and Train Dreams, and quickly became a festival favorite. Its bold and visually stunning story tackles difficult themes of addiction and trauma with a surprisingly sexy and psychedelic approach. After a year of anticipation, it’s definitely a film you won’t want to miss.