Netflix's library of programming is so extensive that it's easy for true gems to slip through the cracks While hits like “The Perfect Couple” and “Emily in Paris” dominate the popular streaming service's trending list, there are plenty of equally binge-worthy series that have yet to make it into the spotlight

But just because these shows aren't plastered all over your recommendations page doesn't mean they aren't worth your time In fact, these shows have excellent storytelling, complex characters, and unexpected twists and turns that rival some of Netflix's biggest hits From dark thrillers set in the Arctic to historical action adventures that look like “Game of Thrones” with pirates, this list has it all

If you're looking for something new to stream, here are seven great shows that you haven't seen on Netflix (maybe) but should definitely watch

My favorite dark thriller landed on Netflix over a month ago, but never got the attention it deserved I think The Terror is one of the scariest shows of the past decade, blending psycho-horror and supernatural terror and keeping you on the edge of your seat from start to finish This is more than your average horror show

“The Terror” is a chilling period thriller based on a true story, set in the mid-19th century, about the fate of two British naval expedition ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, as they enter the Arctic Circle in search of the Northwest Passage Trapped in ice and with dwindling supplies, the crews face not only the relentless wind and rain, but also mysterious and evil forces that stalk them As their isolation deepens, paranoia, fear, and madness take over, and survival seems impossible

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“Kevin Can Fuck Himself” is another AMC show that Netflix added to its catalog last month, but it did not make the top 10 Despite this, the show was actually praised as “one of the best new shows of 2021” for its fresh take on the sitcom genre

This dark comedy-drama cleverly subverts the traditional sitcom format The main character is Alison McRoberts (Annie Murphy), a woman trapped in a marriage with her obnoxious and self-centered husband Kevin (Erik Petersen) While Kevin's scenes are played out like a typical multi-cam sitcom with laugh tracks and bright lighting, Alison's point of view is filmed as a gritty single-cam drama, depicting her growing frustration at her need to escape her stifling life

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Despite arriving on Netflix over five months ago, “Black Sails” didn't gain much traction when it was added, and since then it seems to have slipped under the radar with hardly anyone talking about it Still, this swashbuckling drama is a hidden treasure for fans of pirates and adventure

The show is a prequel to Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Treasure Island Set in the Golden Age of Piracy, it follows the infamous Captain Flint (Toby Stephens) and his crew as they fight for survival, power, and wealth on the lawless island of New Providence Featuring real historical characters such as Charles Vane and Anne Bonny, as well as fictional pirates, the film is an intense depiction of treachery, loyalty, and political intrigue on the high seas

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Another show released this year that I have not heard much about (which is surprising given that it is a psycho-thriller, my favorite genre) The show in question is “Ripley,” which received mixed reviews upon its release and probably contributed to its quiet disappearance into an overlooked corner of Netflix's vast library However, I would like to shed some light on this film once again

“Ripley” follows the life of con man and manipulator Tom Ripley (Andrew Scott) The film follows Ripley, who begins with a small scam in 1960s New York City, and gradually becomes entangled in a series of dangerous lies and deceptions as he navigates the world of wealth, crime, and murder Ripley's charm and ability to assume a new persona allow him to climb the social ladder while hiding his darkest secrets

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Netflix recently added a new drama that scored 94% on Rotten Tomatoes but has failed to crack the top 10 since arriving on streamers on September 15 This is unfortunate, given that the show has been praised for its “engaging characters” and “good old fashioned sibling drama” It seems to be one of those shows that will gradually gain recognition (once a Season 3 is in the works)

“Heels” dives deep into the world of independent professional wrestling, where two brothers, Jack (Stephen Amell) and Ace Spade (Alexander Ludwig), face off inside and outside the ring Set in a small Georgia town, the film depicts their personal rivalry as they fight for control of their late father's wrestling promotion The older brother, Jack, plays the “heel,” or villain, in the ring, while Ace plays the “face,” or hero, and their struggle with family loyalty and ambition blurs the line between real life and the wrestling world

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One show I didn't even realize was on the streamer is Monsieur Spade A colleague brought this underrated gem to my attention, and I was surprised that it didn't garner any attention when it became available for streaming Like the other works on this list, it didn't even make the top ten

“Monsieur Spade” is a crime drama centered on iconic detective Sam Spade (Clive Owen), originally made famous in “The Maltese Falcon” Set in post-World War II France, the film follows the aging, semi-retired Spade as he once again becomes entangled in danger He lives a quiet life in the French countryside, but a new mystery brings him back to his past as a private detective as he becomes embroiled in a complex web of espionage, crime, and international intrigue

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One show that briefly ranked in the bottom of Netflix's top 10 was “Terminator Zero,” which quickly dropped out and has not regained much momentum since However, for fans of the “Terminator” series, it delves deeper into “Terminator” lore and is definitely worth watching if you like impressive action

The main events take place in 1997 Tokyo, where scientist Malcolm Lee (Andre Holland) is developing an AI to counter Skynet Just before Judgment Day (the moment when Skynet gains self-awareness and begins its war against humanity), Malcolm and his family become the target of a cybernetic assassin (Timothy Olyphant) who has traveled back in time to eliminate him Fortunately, Malcolm is saved by Eiko (Sonoya Mizuno), a resistance fighter from the future, whose mission is to protect Malcolm and his children from the merciless assassin

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