Best Non-English Netflix Original Series

Best Non-English Netflix Original Series

What are the best non-English Netflix Originals to watch in 2021? We have listed the best titles coming from different places in the world.

The streaming giant has been expanding its reach both in terms of genre and diversity. The leading streamer has poured millions of dollars into its original content development. After making agreements with different production companies around the world, Netflix has started offering lots of non-English content on its library. From Norway to Germany, Turkey to France; there are brilliant titles that give us goosebumps with every episode. Let’s dive in and see which titles in foreign languages offer a solid watch.

Money Heist (La Casa de Papel)

Money Heist or originally known as La Casa de Papel is a world-famous TV series that tied millions of viewers to the screen. It follows a band of strange robbers who come together to pull off the most dangerous burglary in history. The four seasons of the action and crime TV series can be watched on Netflix as the first part of the fifth season is on its way.

Lupin

The action-crime TV series feels like a modern adaptation of Arséne Lupin and it invites viewers on a brilliant journey of a thief. Though our protagonist has nothing similar to a normal burglar. Before everything, he is a gentleman. And his actions are based on his desire to avenge his father who was hurt by a wealthy family. Starring Omar Sy, Lupin is a solid original title that received critical acclaim soon after it made its premiere on the platform.

Ragnarok

Ragnarok is a smash-hit TV series coming from Norway. It offers a modern depiction of Scandinavian mythology. The plot of the show revolves around Magne, who is actually the reincarnation of the God of Thunder. As he realizes his true identity, he also tries to stop the environmental disasters threatening his village, Edda. As the first Norwegian Netflix Original, Ragnarok received positive reviews from the audience and was renewed for a new season. If you are even a little bit interested in Scandinavian mythology, Ragnarok definitely deserves a chance.

Dark

Dark is clearly one of the best non-English Netflix Originals as it has become a global phenomenon on the popular streaming platform. It takes a brilliant approach to the various concepts of the sci-fi genre. The series does it so well that it took the world by storm and gained a massive fanbase worldwide.

The show stars some of the most talented actors and actresses as well. Moreover, the series received critical acclaim thanks to its mind-puzzling narrative and solid production. Currently, three seasons of Dark are available to stream on Netflix in lots of different regions.

Elite

Elite is another Spanish Netflix Original that made its debut back in 2018 with its first season. It is clearly one of the best teen drama TV series as it became the favorite show of millions of viewers. It invites viewers to a prestigious private school in Spain called Las Encinas.

With every episode, Elite maximizes the level of drama, intrigue, relationship dilemmas, and much more. It recently shook the streaming service with its fourth season. Now, the fans are eagerly waiting for the fifth season to binge-watch it as soon as it lands.

Control Z

Control Z is a Mexican TV series starring Ana Valeria Becerril, Michael Ronda, Yankel Stevan, and many others. It offers a solid plot that revolves around Sofia, an introverted student trying to understand what is going on in her school after a hacker reveals the secrets of the students. The series currently has two seasons available to watch on the service. We do not know whether it will get another season in the future as the streaming giant has not announced a renewal yet.

Love 101

Love 101 is also a great addition to our non-English Netflix Originals list, similar to The Gift and Ethos. It takes viewers to Istanbul in the 90s and follows a group of high school students who try to navigate their lives full of love, adventure, and intrigue. They group up to make a couple out of their teachers. Yet in the process, they also discover who they are and what they mean to each other. The second season of the Turkish Netflix Original title will land next month.

These are some of the best shows to watch on the service if you are looking for different stories in different languages.

 

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