Are you on the hunt for the perfect festive film? Netflix has a ton of options to browse so you can cuddle up on the couch and get into the holiday spirit. You’ll stumble across those classic Christmas flicks and even more modern-day ones, you may even find your new favourite!

Here are our fave movies on Netflix to watch to get into the holiday spirit.

The Holiday

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Two women from different countries end up swapping homes for the holidays to escape their own reality. However, their lives change unexpectedly when they meet and fall in love with two local guys.

The Christmas Chronicles 

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After accidentally crashing Santa’s sleigh, a brother and sister pull an all-nighter to save Christmas with a savvy, straight-talking St. Nick.

Four Christmases

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The holiday comedy is definitely one to add to your list. The main characters, Brad and Kate, plan to go on a vacation to Fiji to spend the holidays. Their vacation plans got ruined so now they’re forced to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.

Christmas With The Kranks

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The Kranks decide to take a break one holiday season and it creates uproar within their community. But, they soon find out that their daughter is coming home to visit, so they quickly organize a whole Christmas gathering.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

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The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas — but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart.

The Princess Switch 

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When a down-to-earth Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess discover they look like twins, they hatch a Christmastime plan to trade places.

Love Actually

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Love is all around—and so is heartbreak—as multiple couples navigate romance, family, weddings, and airports at Christmastime.

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Netflix Canada has now launched a brand new site that you’re definitely going to be excited about. Netflix in Your Neighbourhood will allow you to search filming locations for series and movies happening across the country. 

Once you head on over to the site, you can filter your search by province or title of the show.

It will even give you the directions right to the actual filming spot. 

And if that’s not cool enough, you’ll also be able to find out which episodes were filmed where, as well as activities to do at that specific location. We love a day trip! 

Netflix Canada’s head of PR, Lindsey Scully, said in a release, “Netflix in Your Neighbourhood provides a window into some of the Canadian cities and towns that have enriched our films and series and captivated audiences worldwide. We’ve filmed hundreds of productions across Canada and the site will feature some current highlights, as well as select new titles, once they are released.”

So far, Netflix has filmed across a handful of Canadian provinces which include Nova Scotia, Ontario, and British Columbia. 

Support Canadian films and series and explore a new city with Netflix!

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There are a ton of tv shows on Netflix to start binging, but how do you choose the best ones? We’ve rounded up our top Netflix shows that have won Emmy awards so that you can make the best choice. Grab some snacks and enjoy your new fave show.

Here are Emmy-winning shows to watch on Netflix right now.

Ozark

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About: A financial adviser drags his family from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks, where he must launder $500 million in five years to appease a drug boss.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series – 2019, Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series – 2020, Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series – 2019

The Queen’s Gambit

About: In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begins an unlikely journey to stardom while grappling with addiction.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Limited Or Anthology Series – 2021, Outstanding Casting For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie – 2021, Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie – 2021 (& 8 more)

Bridgerton

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About: The eight close-knit siblings of the Bridgerton family look for love and happiness in London high society. Inspired by Julia Quinn’s bestselling novels.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Period And/Or Character Hairstyling – 2021

Fargo

About: Inspired by the classic Coen Brothers film of the same title, this anthology series embroils several quirky Minnesotans in different “true” crimes.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Sound Editing For A Limited Series, Movie Or Special – 2016, Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Series Or Movie – 2016, Outstanding Casting For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Special – 2014 (& 3 more)

The Crown

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About: This drama follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and the events that shaped the second half of the 20th century.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series – 2021, Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama Series – 2021, Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series – 2021, Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series – 2021 (& 17 more)

Breaking Bad

About: Fugitive Jesse Pinkman attempts to outrun his past.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Drama Series – 2014, Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series – 2014, Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama Series – 2014 (& 13 more)

Modern Family

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About: This Emmy-winning sitcom follows Jay Pritchett and his eclectic family as they deal with the challenges of contemporary life in Los Angeles.
Award(s) Won: Outstanding Comedy Series – 2014, Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series – 2014, Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series – 2014 (& 19 more)

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed about the choices of movies to watch on Netflix, we have a starting point for you. There are a bunch of Oscar-winning movies that are available to watch on the streaming service, so you definitely have to watch those first. Grab some popcorn and enjoy the show!

Here are Oscar-winning movies that you can watch on Netflix right now.

The Social Network

About: Director David Fincher’s biographical drama chronicles the meteoric rise of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg from Harvard sophomore to Internet superstar.
Award(s) Won: Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score

Mank

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About: 1930s Hollywood is reevaluated through the eyes of scathing wit and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish “Citizen Kane.”
Award(s) Won: Best Cinematography, Best Production Design

The Departed

About: Two rookie Boston cops are sent deep undercover — one inside the gang of a charismatic Irish mob boss and the other double-crossing his own department.
Award(s) Won: Best Picture, Best Director (Martin Scorsese), Best Film Editing

Marriage Story

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About: A stage director and his actor wife struggle through a grueling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal and creative extremes.
Award(s) Won: Best Supporting Actress (Laura Dern)

Roma

About: Oscar winner Alfonso Cuarón delivers a vivid, emotional portrait of a domestic worker’s journey set against domestic and political turmoil in 1970s Mexico.
Award(s) Won: Best Director (Alfonso Cuarón), Best Foreign Language Film, Best Cinematography

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

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About:  It’s 1969. A TV actor and his stunt-double friend weigh their next move in an LA rocked by change as the scene’s hottest couple arrives next door.
Award(s) Won: Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role (Brad Pitt), Best Achievement in Production Design

Joker

About: In 1981 Gotham City, a struggling, mentally ill comic battles to be seen. His life takes a dark, gut-wrenching turn after he lashes back at attackers.
Award(s) Won: Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role, Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures

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Looking for quality Netflix shows and movies to occupy your time throughout the holidays? There’s such a variety of options on Netflix that you’re sure to find something that you can’t stop watching. From classic Christmas movies, to feel-good films, to popular tv shows, check out the choices and start adding them to your list.

Here are the best Netflix shows & movies to watch during the holidays.


The Holiday

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Two women from different countries end up swapping homes for the holidays to escape their own reality. However, their lives change unexpectedly when they meet and fall in love with two local guys.

The Crown

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This binge-worthy show, The Crown, follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.

Modern Family

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This hilarious, family friendly show will leave you in tears—happy tears, of course. Modern Family is about three families and their day to day lives.

Four Christmases

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The holiday comedy, is definitely one to add to your list. Main characters, Brad and Kate, plan to go on a vacation to Fiji to spend the holidays. Their vacation plans got ruined so now they’re forced to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.

The Social Dilemma

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This interesting Netflix documentary explores the data that tech experts have found on the dangerous human impact of social networking. It’s a very interesting perspective, a must watch!

Peaky Blinders

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A dangerous man, leads a gang in Birmingham called the Peaky Blinders. Soon, an inspector, decides to nab him and put an end to the criminal activities.

Dynasty

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Looking for some juicy drama? Then you need to check out Dynasty. A modernized reboot of the 1980s primetime soap follows two of America’s wealthiest families as they feud for control over their fortune and their children.

Christmas With The Kranks

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The Kranks decide to take a break one holiday season and it creates uproar within their community. But, they soon find out that their daughter is coming home to visit, so they quickly organize a whole Christmas gathering.

Crazy Stupid Love

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This feel-good rom com features the handsome Ryan Gosling and hilarious Steve Carell. It’s about a middle-aged man who is in the middle of a divorce and begins to let loose on the town with his new outgoing pal.

Queen’s Gambit

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Set during the Cold War era, a woman who had a troubled childhood and continues to struggle with addiction, is a chess prodigy on a quest to become the greatest chess player in the world. You’ll seriously want to binge-watch this show all in one sitting.

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As summer starts to wind down, most of us Canadians retreat back in-doors and forget about our love of nice weather and long days. Instead, we replace our longing for nicer days with ample couch and tv time, and it doesn’t get much better than binging your favourite shows on Netflix.

September is shaping up to be a good month if you are a Netflix Canada subscriber. With new seasons of your favourite shows and major blockbuster releases, you’ll have a lot to enjoy as summer fades into fall.

Check out what’s Coming to Netflix in September:

New On Netflix Canada September 1, 2018

  • Bad Neighbors 2
  • Death at a Funeral
  • Family Guy: Season 16
  • The Flash: Season 1-4
  • Hancock
  • The Hollars
  • Kramer vs. Kramer
  • La Catedral del Mar – Netflix Original
  • Labyrinth
  • Legend
  • Monkey Twins – Netflix Original
  • Mr. Sunshine – Netflix Original
  • Sisters – Netflix Original

New On Netflix Canada September 2, 2018

  • Quantico: Season 3

New On Netflix Canada September 4, 2018

  • Marvel Studios’ Black Panther

New On Netflix Canada September 5, 2018

  • A Million Ways to Die in the West
  • The Adjustment Bureau
  • Bridesmaids
  • Drag Me to Hell
  • Fear
  • Land of the Lost
  • National Lampoon’s Animal House
  • Neighbors
  • Paul

New On Netflix Canada September 6, 2018

  • Once Upon a Time: Season 7

New On Netflix Canada September 7, 2018

  • Atypical: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • Cable Girls: Season 3 – Netflix Original
  • City of Joy – Netflix Original
  • First and Last – Netflix Original
  • Marvel’s Iron Fist: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • The Most Assassinated Woman in the World – Netflix Film
  • Next Gen – Netflix Original
  • Sierra Burgess Is A Loser – Netflix Film
  • Stretch Armstrong & the Flex Fighters: Season 2 – Netflix Original

New On Netflix Canada September 9, 2018

  • Wynonna Earp: Season 2

New On Netflix Canada September 11, 2018

  • Daniel Sloss: Live Shows – Netflix Original
  • The Resistance Banker – Netflix Film

New On Netflix Canada September 12, 2018

  • Jane
  • On My Skin – Netflix Film

New On Netflix Canada September 14, 2018

  • American Vandal: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • The Angel – Netflix Film
  • Archer Season 9
  • Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures: Season 1
  • Bleach – Netflix Film
  • BoJack Horseman: Season 5 – Netflix Original
  • Car Masters: Rust to Riches – Netflix Original
  • The Dragon Prince – Netflix Original
  • Ingobernable: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • The Land of Steady Habits – Netflix Film
  • LAST HOPE – Netflix Original
  • Norm Macdonald has a Show – Netflix Original
  • Super Monsters Monster Party: Songs – Netflix Original

New On Netflix Canada September 17, 2018

  • The Witch

New On Netflix Canada September 18, 2018

  • D.L. Hughley: Contrarian – Netflix Original

New On Netflix Canada September 20, 2018

  • The Good Place: Season 2

New On Netflix Canada September 21, 2018

  • Battlefish – Netflix Original
  • DRAGON PILOT: Hisone & Masotan – Netflix Original
  • The Good Cop – Netflix Original
  • Gotham: Season 4
  • Hilda – Netflix Original
  • Maniac: Limited Series – Netflix Original
  • Nappily Ever After – Netflix Film
  • Quincy – Netflix Original

New On Netflix Canada September 23, 2018

  • The Walking Dead: Season 8

New On Netflix Canada September 25, 2018

  • Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time
  • Marvel Studios’ Iron Man 2

New On Netflix Canada September 26, 2018

  • Lethal Weapon: Season 2
  • Norsemen: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • This Is Us: Season 2

New On Netflix Canada September 27, 2018

  • Grey’s Anatomy: Season 14

New On Netflix Canada September 28, 2018

  • Chef’s Table: Volume 5 – Netflix Original
  • Forest of Piano – Netflix Original
  • Hold the Dark – Netflix Film
  • Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father: Season 2 – Netflix Original
  • Lessons From A School Shooting: Notes from Dunblane – Netflix Original
  • Lost Song – Netflix Original
  • Made in Mexico – Netflix Original
  • Skylanders Academy: Season 3 – Netflix Original
  • The 3rd Eye – Netflix Film
  • Two Catalonias – Netflix Film

New On Netflix Canada September 29, 2018

  • The Exorcist: Season 2

New On Netflix Canada September 30, 2018

  • Annihilation
  • Sherlock Gnomes

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Is there anyone who doesn’t love Netflix? The on-demand TV and movie service has brought us Netflix-original gems like Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Orange Is The New Black, it gave us the phrase “Netflix and chill” and it’s provided us endless options of things to binge watch.

At least 75 million people worldwide are Netflix subscribers, but are they really getting the most out of the service? There’s a wide variety of tips and tricks out there to make your Netflix experience even better. Here are some hacks only the Netflix-binging pros know and that will improve your binge experience dramatically. May you never leave your house again.

Request a show or movie

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Put in a Netflix request for shows and movie you want to see added to the streaming service. You can enter up to three titles at a time and, if Netflix ends up adding any of your requests, it will notify you via email.

Hide activity from your history

Whether it’s because you promised your partner that you wouldn’t watch the new season of Love without them (and did it anyways) or you just don’t want a rogue viewing to disturb your recommendations algorithm, there’s a way to hide activity from your watch history. Go to Netflix.com/WiViewingActivity to see a chronological list of every TV show episode or movie you’ve ever watched on your account. Click the “X” to the right of each title you’d like to remove from your history. It’s like it never ever happened!

Browse with search codes

You can find dozens of categories that won’t appear on your home screen by using specific search codes in the URL field. Just type in www.netflix.com/browse/genre/ and add the search code at the end of the link. The URL for Disney movies, for example, would be www.netflix.com/browse/genre/67673. You can get the full list of categories at whatsonnetflix.com.

Stop the buffering

Just because your WiFi connection is weak, doesn’t mean your buffering game should be. On Chrome, press Ctrl, Shift and Alt/Opt+S at the same time to open the secret “Stream Manager” menu. This gives you a selection of buffering fixes to choose from. You can also access this menu by pressing Shift and Opt (or Shift and Alt on a Windows PC) and left clicking.

Control your data usage

An hour of streaming Netflix in HD can use up to 3 GB of your data plan. At that rate, you can expect to have a pricey internet bill. Control your data usage by going to Your Account, My Profile, Playback Settings. There, you can choose from the Auto, Low (about 0.3 GB per hour), Medium (about 0.7 GB per hour) or High (3 GB per hour) data usage categories. This is especially useful if you’re streaming on your phone.

Customize subtitle font

If those yellow and white fonts cause you to go cross-eyed, there’s a hack for that. To adjust the font go to Your Account, My Profile, Subtitle Appearance. There you can customize subtitle appearances by changing the font type, color, size, shadow and background

Use multiple profiles for viewing moods

Having a profile for everyone sharing one Netflix subscription is great for keeping everyone’ s movie tastes separate. Each profile will have movie and TV suggestions based on its Recently Watched list along with any ratings given to programs. But you can also use multiple profiles for your viewing moods. Set up a “Back From the Bar” profile to indulge in silly comedies, or a “Girls Night” profile as an easy way to access the rom-coms you love but don’t necessarily want to influence your Netflix stats.

Refuse Netflix’s episode-binge enabling

Although spending an entire Sunday rewatching Friends is great, sometimes we don’t want to get sucked into a binge. You can disable this feature (called Post-Play) by heading to Your Account, Playback Settings and unchecking Play Next Episode Automatically.

Fast forward and rewind without a mouse or trackpad

If you’re watching Netflix on your desktop, you don’t have to move your hands off the keyboard to fast forward or rewind. Hit the Shift Key and the Right Arrow if you want to fast forward, or Shift and the Left Arrow to rewind.

Find out what the critics think

If you never know what to watch, it might be time to get some advice from the critics. The Chrome extension Enhancer adds valuable information to Netflix listings like IMDb credits and Rotten Tomatoes ratings to help you decide what to watch.

Which Netflix hack is your favourite? Share with us in the comment section.

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Yesterday, Netflix has launched a search to find a handful of talented Canadian photographers. These candidates need to be willing to take on the challenging role of being the eyes and ears for NetflixCA IG followers. This will involve taking them behind the scenes to capture all the magic happening in Canada.

Get behind the scenes of your favourite Netflix Canada shows by becoming our Grammaster. We’re hiring 3 people to take photos for Netflix Canada and you can be one of them! It’s easy: first, follow us on Instagram (@NetflixCA) and then hashtag your three BEST pictures with #GrammastersNorth by May 11. Good luck and quiet on set! For terms and conditions please visit grammastersnorth.ca.

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Core Responsibilities:

  • Must be willing to travel the country, for a short term, even by dog sled if required
  • Be the eyes and ears for NetflixCA followers, capturing the behind-the-scenes action of a Netflix Original, shot here in Canada
  • Showcase all of the Canucks that take part in creating entertainment magic, it really does take a village
  • Capture the stunning set that is your home and native land

Skills and Requirements:

  • Would be willing to go to the End of the F***ing World “For the ‘Gram”
  • Willing to take a few days off from their everyday life to celebrate Canada with Netflix
  • Personally identifies as the artsy “Jughead” type
  • Strong eye for shooting the perfect photograph – can make any opp a photo opp
  • Obsessed with Netflix Originals and has a strong love for a throwback series
  • Has an insatiable hunger for Netflix content
  • Has an appreciation for a successful side hustle  (Not the Ozark-style side hustle)
  • Can make even make craft services table look like a three-Michelin star Chef’s Table
  • Ability to play it cool when in the same room as a celebrity
  • Passion for traveling the true north, strong and free
  • Will battle demogorgons for an Eleven out of ten shot
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • Canadian resident 18+ with a public Instagram account, outside of Quebec

Personality Attributes:

  • Be as passionate about the role as you are about hockey or a good double-double
  • You are a proactive self-starter with the ability to kick your own ass into to action – without Jessica Jones having to do it for you
  • Not afraid to get your hands dirty – whether you are holding the handle on the TTC or tree planting in the Okanogan
  • Frequently answers the Netflix’s ‘Are you still watching’ question with ‘yes’.
  • Instinctively knows to use the Instagram KK2 and KK4 colour filter pack on the Riverdale set and the Vintage pack on Stranger Things

Canadians can apply beginning today until May 11, 2018. To apply, Canadians can:

1. Follow @NetflixCA

2. Tag #GrammastersNorth and @NetflixCA in their Insta-submissions

3. Apply by May 11, 2018 for your chance to be a part of a Netflix production! 

Each selected candidate will fill a contracted set photographer role that requires a high level of creativity, an inquisitive, innovative personality and a strong eye for photography. The photographs and videos captured on-set by the Grammasters North will be curated and featured on the Netflix Canada Instagram.

For more information visit grammastersnorth.ca

Netflix is celebrating the month of May by bringing in an array of new shows and movies, so there will be something for everyone’s interests. Old favourites will be updated, and new originals will also be premiering. Here is a list of some some of the most notable titles to binge-watch this month:

Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

This popular Emmy-nominated comedy will be releasing a new season on May 19. After Kimmy Schmidt was rescued from a doomsday cult after being held captive in a bunker for 15 years, she tries to rebuild her life from the ground up in New York City. In the new season, Kimmy will be facing one of life’s trying challenges: college. With a dynamic cast and outrageous plot, this show is perfect when you need a laugh.


 

Sense8

Season 2 of this exciting sci-fi drama will finally be airing on May 5 after a two-year wait. A group of eight individuals from around the world experience the same vision, they discover that they are linked mentally and emotionally, which enables them to communicate and share knowledge and skills with each other. In addition to the engaging plot, the show explores complex themes of gender, sexuality, power and identity.  


 

Moonlight

The fact that this movie won multiple acclaimed film awards is an indicator that it’s worth watching. It’s a heart-wrenching coming-of-age drama depicting three stages in the life of a young, African-American as he faces challenges with his sexuality and identity while growing up in a tough neighbourhood in Miami. If you’re looking for a thought-provoking and compelling film, this is the one for you. You may want to get your tissues ready though. It airs on Netflix on May 21.


 

Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Catch up with your favourite precinct as Detective Jake Peralta and his ragtag team continue their comedic cop exploits in the new season. In addition to the original ensemble, season 4 will feature a roster of guest stars, as the plot picks up where things left off the last season. Catch the latest season on Netflix starting May 24.


 

The Mars Generation

If you have an affinity for astronomy and a heart for space travel, this Netflix original documentary is the one for you. The film captures the hopes and dreams of students who are passionate about human space exploration, and features interviews with renowned professionals like Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye. It explores the science, politics and philosophy involved in future plans to travel to Mars. You might even find this documentary to be out of this world. It comes out on May 5.


 

Bill Nye Saves the World

For an even larger dose of Bill Nye, catch his Netflix Original series, Bill Nye Saves the World. The show gives a scientific look at different myths and issues, and even brings in a stacked guest cast for panel discussions and experiments including Steve Aoki, Karlie Kloss, Zach Braff, and more. The show already has 1 full season released on Netflix.


 

War Machine

This Netflix Original film coming out on May 26 features heartthrob Brad Pitt as a proud American general tasked with taking charge of NATO forces in Afghanistan to win the war, and his tumultuous rise and fall. Though it’s loosely based on real events and people, the film takes a satirical approach.

 

 

MasterChef Canada

Watch Canada’s best and brightest home cooks from coast to coast face off in an intense competition to win the coveted MasterChef trophy and $100 000. Contestants have to race against time as they take on each challenge and use their skill and creativity to whip up dishes to win over the three judges, who are household names in the culinary world. Each episode is engaging and entertaining, with the downside being that you get hungry by the end of it. Season 4 will be coming May 26.

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Riverdale

Drama in the small town of Riverdale continues to escalate in this high school murder mystery series. The show is loosely based off the Archie comics, and in addition to the main gang, original characters with dynamic personalities are added to the mix. As the plot twists and turns, tune in to weekly episodes as the gang continues to find shocking revelations about the death of Jason Blossom.


 

Under Arrest

The life of a cop portrayed on screen versus real life is no doubt very different. If you want to get a better understanding of the duties of real police officers (and move on from the donut-eating cop stereotype), check out the new season of this documentary series. This 90s-era filmed show sees Canadian police officers on the job as they solve crimes, bust lawbreakers and bring about justice. And we’ve gotta admit, there are some pretty outrageous arrests. With five seasons already out on Netflix, you can spread your binge-watching over a few weeks.

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Master of None

Aziz Ansari, charismatic public figure and author, also directs and stars in this popular comedic drama series airing on May 12. He plays Dev Shah, a single 30-year-old actor living in New York, tries to jump-start his love life with the help of his quirky group of friends. In the new season, he finds himself falling for an unavailable woman, and some interesting drama can be expected. This show is not only relatable and funny, but also explores deeper themes of immigration, male privilege and ageing.  


 

Casting JonBenet

If, like most of North America, you’re fascinated with the mysterious murder case of JonBenet Ramsey, then you’re going to want to watch this Netflix Original documentary, which gives a fresh take on the case. Instead of centering on JonBenet’s family, police or crime experts, the film offers perspectives from the actors auditioning play the family members, giving insight on the phenomenon surrounding the case. Spoiler: if you’re hoping for answers or conclusions, you won’t find them here. Watch it on Netflix now.

Did we miss any binge-worthy Netflix shows or movies? Share them with us in the comment section.

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