Tired of TV? Stream These Four Shows Right Now

From aristocratic murder mysteries to epic pole-to-pole adventures, and from shocking true crime exposés to South Arican prison break scandal – these are the shows on streaming platforms everyone’s talking about right now. 

The streaming wars have never been hotter, and 2026 is proving to be a blockbuster year for binge-worthy content. While everyone’s fighting for your attention across Netflix, Disney+, and Showmax, four standout series have captured global audiences with their compelling storytelling, shocking revelations, and pure entertainment value. Whether you’re craving a cozy British whodunit, an adrenaline-pumping adventure, or jaw-dropping true crime content, these shows are setting the standard for what streaming excellence looks like in 2026.

Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials

Was #1 on Netflix

What’s It About

This show was ranked #1 on Netflix for quite a while. Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent finds herself in the middle of a classic murder mystery when a killing occurs during a party at her aristocratic country estate. True to Agatha Christie’s legendary style, this adaptation of “The Seven Dials Mystery” delivers twists, red herrings, and that satisfying “aha!” moment when all the pieces finally click into place.

What Makes It Special

This isn’t just another period drama – it’s a masterclass in how to modernise classic literature without losing its soul. Chris Chibnall (the genius behind Doctor Who and Broadchurch) has crafted a series that makes Christie’s 1929 novel feel fresh and accessible to new audiences while respecting the intricate plotting that made the original so beloved. The star power doesn’t hurt either, with Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman bringing gravitas to support newcomer Mia McKenna-Bruce’s compelling lead performance.

Format

3-part mystery miniseries, TV-14 rated

Creator

Chris Chibnall (Doctor Who, Broadchurch)

Pole to Pole with Will Smith

What’s It About

Will Smith embarks on the ultimate bucket list adventure: a 100-day, 26 000-mile journey from the South Pole to the North Pole, crossing all seven continents. From skiing across Antarctic ice to diving under Arctic waters, from scaling mountains to encountering giant anacondas, this is adventure documentary filmmaking at its most ambitious.

What Makes It Special

This show is breaking viewership records on Disney+. This isn’t just another celebrity travel show – it’s a five-year passion project that pushes both Smith and viewers to their limits. The series combines breathtaking cinematography with genuine scientific exploration, as Smith teams up with researchers and local experts to tackle some of life’s biggest questions about our planet. What sets it apart is Smith’s vulnerability; he’s openly stated this journey “profoundly changed his perspective on both the planet and himself,” making it as much a personal transformation story as an adventure epic.

Format

7-part adventure docuseries

Creator

National Geographic/Disney+ Original

Tracking Thabo Bester

What’s It About

This four-part series unravels one of South Africa’s most audacious criminal cases: the elaborate prison escape of Thabo Bester and the alleged involvement of his partner, Nandipha Magudumana. The documentary exposes their multi-million-rand scams, the use of stolen bodies to fake Bester’s death, and the investigative journalism that brought the truth to light.

What Makes It Special

What makes this series extraordinary is its real-time investigative approach. The documentary features the actual journalists – Marecia Damons and Daniel Steyn – who broke the story after receiving an anonymous tip that the body in Bester’s cell wasn’t his. It’s investigative journalism and documentary filmmaking merged into one compelling narrative. The series was so explosive that both Bester and Magudumana tried to legally prevent its release, adding real-world drama to an already incredible story.

Format

4-part true crime docu-series

Creator

Nikki Comninos (Director/Writer), IdeaCandy Productions

Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story

What’s It About

This disturbing documentary exposes the shocking criminal case surrounding Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke, the mother behind the popular parenting blog and YouTube channel “8 Passengers.” The film peels back the perfect family influencer facade to reveal a darker reality that ultimately led to serious criminal charges and child welfare concerns.

What Makes It Special

Released at the perfect cultural moment when influencer accountability is at an all-time high, this documentary strikes a nerve with audiences questioning the ethics of family content creation. What makes it particularly compelling – and difficult to watch – is how it exposes the gap between online personas and real-life consequences. The documentary doesn’t just tell a crime story; it forces viewers to confront uncomfortable questions about social media culture, child exploitation, and the price of internet fame.

Format

Feature-length documentary

Creator

Netflix Documentary Films

ALL THAT says:

Each of these shows represents the best of what streaming platforms can offer in 2026: Netflix’s literary adaptation excellence, Disney+’s adventure documentary innovation, Showmax’s local true crime mastery, and the platform’s ability to tackle difficult contemporary issues. Whether you’re in the mood for escapist entertainment or hard-hitting reality, these four series prove that great storytelling knows no geographical or genre boundaries.

The only question left is: which one will you binge first?