Web series have been the need of our time since streaming went viral. An individual is bombarded with too many minute-to-minute choices. And this is the list of the most popular web series in the world, considering critical appreciations, audience responses, and cultural influences.
1. Breaking Bad
- Platform: Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 9.5
- Episodes: 62
- Years Active: 2008-2013
“Breaking Bad” is the story of a high school chemistry teacher who became himself a methamphetamine manufacturer. Written by Vince Gilligan, the series is acclaimed for the writing as well as character development, with acting by Bryan Cranston as Walter White at its pinnacle. The series was an award winner in more than 16 Primetime Emmy awards.
2. Game of Thrones
- Platform: HBO
- IMDB Rating: 9.2
- Episodes: 73
- Years Active: 2011-2019
The fantasy storyline “Game of Thrones” depicts the wars of the noble families and their constant fight for conquest of the Iron Throne, as inspired by the novels of George R.R. Martin, “A Song of Ice and Fire.” This is a highly popular saga with the penchant for deep, complex characters, multi-layered plots, and fabulous production, though very heavily critiqued for its last season.
3. The Crown
- Platform: Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 8.6
- Episodes: 60
- Years Active: 2016-2023
The Crown” is the history of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, a dramatic dramatization of the key political and personal events of the second half of the 20th century. The series was developed by Peter Morgan and is characteristically accurate to history, rich in production, and mainly excellent performances, including those of Claire Foy and Olivia Colman3.
4. Stranger Things
- Platform: Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 8.7
- Episodes: 34 (ongoing)
- Years Active: 2016-present
Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, “Stranger Things” weaves the supernatural together with payback for the pop culture of those times. Its authors are the Duffer Brothers, and it introduces a bunch of kids from Hawkins, Indiana, to mysterious government experiments and otherworldly creatures.
5. The Mandalorian
- Platform: Disney+Hotstar
- IMDB Rating: 8.8
- Episodes: 24 (ongoing)
- Years Active: 2019-present
A “Star Wars” series, “The Mandalorian,” chronicles the journey of one bounty hunter to the outer rim of the galaxy. The show has been praised throughout for its storytelling, visual effects, and the deliverance of the iconic character Grogu, commonly referred to as “Baby Yoda.”
6. Chernobyl
- Platform: HBO
- IMDB Rating: 9.4
- Episodes: 5
- Years Active: 2019
“Chernobyl” is a historical drama based on the events of the nuclear disaster that had actually happened in the Soviet Union in 1986. A work of Craig Mazin, “Chernobyl” is all about details and an engaging storyline, with powerful performances. Harris and Stellan Skarsgård totally executed the job well.
7. The Boys
- Platform: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 8.7
- Episodes: 24 (ongoing)
- Years Active: 2019-present
A dark satire superhero series, “The Boys,” puts forth a group of vigilantes who are trying to blow the whistle about corruption in the world of superheroes. Created by Eric Kripke, this is one show that boasts bold storytelling and complex characters along with interesting social commentary.
8. Money Heist (La Casa de Papel)
- Platform: Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 8.2
- Episodes: 41
- Years Active: 2017-2021
This Spanish heist crime drama, which originated from Alex Pina, gives the narration of a gang of robbers in the planning and perpetrating the most intricate bank heists. “Money Heist” completely swept millions in the global arena with its engrossing plot, dramatic characters, and action sequences.
9. Dark
- Platform: Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 8.8
- Episodes: 26
- Years Active: 2017-2020
“Dark” is a German science fiction thriller that narrates the story of time travel and how it affects people. This show was developed by Baran Bo Odar and Jantje Friese. This show has got much appreciation for very sophisticated plots, atmospheric settings, and deep philosophical insights.
10. Fleabag
- Platform: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 8.7
- Episodes: 12
- Years Active: 2016-2019
“Fleabag” is another piece by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, where the main protagonist and actress gives an unfiltered comedy-drama look into her life in London. The work has been quite marked with some serious critical acclaim regarding sharp writing, innovative storytelling, and some extraordinary performance from Waller-Bridge.
Conclusion
These are some of the best top 10 web series. They have just swept the people all over the world and also challenged the frontiers of storytelling, production quality, and cultural impact. Whether it is drama, fantasy, science fiction, or comedy, these are offered with something for everyone. So, happy watching!
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