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The best Netflix shows you can watch in Singapore right now

By Koh Wanzi - 24 Jan 2020

Sci-fi & Fantasy

The Dragon Prince

This is one of the best fantasy shows on TV right now, and I’m not even exaggerating. The Dragon Prince is a tale of epic proportions, featuring elves, dragons, and other magical creatures, all tied together with a rich history and ever expanding lore. Co-creator Aaron Ehasz was head writer of Avatar: The Last Airbender, and the two shows share a lot of tonal similarities. That’s not to say that The Dragon Prince is not original. The world-building and associated mythos is absolutely stellar, and I’m not sure I can ever get enough of the magical land of Xadia. It pivots on heartwarming stories of love, friendship, and hope, flush with a rosy innocence that is immensely uplifting.

 

The Witcher

In a post-Game of Thrones era, The Witcher wants to be the show to swoop in and fill that vacuum. It checks most of the right boxes, being a fantasy epic that spans multiple timelines and stories until they converge, GoT-style. Whether or not you think Henry Cavill is too buff to play Geralt, the stunning fight sequences are thrilling to watch and impeccably choreographed. The cast turns in a great performance too, with Anya Chalotra’s Yennefer being a standout in particular. The show is based on the fantasy books written by Andrzej Sapkowski, and not the hit video game series, but The Witcher will make you want to dive back into both for a deeper exploration of the world. 

 

Dracula

Come here for gore, good fun and a villain with impeccable 19th-century manners. This is Dracula fashioned for the modern age, with just the right amount of visual and narrative callbacks to the book and films that have come before it. Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, the same people who gave us Benedict Cumberbatch's beloved Sherlock, Dracula is a creative reimagining of a century-old novel that feels both modern and refreshing while still staying true to its roots. It’s irreverent and hilarious at times, reveling in traditional horror movie fare while offsetting it with humourous exchanges between the characters and an indulgent sprinkling of camp.

 

Altered Carbon

Season 2 of Altered Carbon releases on 27 February, so now’s the perfect time to catch up on the first season. Set over 300 years into the future, this high-concept series is a neon-drenched cyberpunk dystopia distilled down to its most defining elements. Humans can now quite literally shrug off the mortal coil and take on another body, or “sleeve”, once the current one dies or becomes damaged, which means that no one really dies. It’s a compelling take on a genre which also includes books like Neuromancer and Snow Crash, featuring slick action sequences and a gritty world that is every bit worthy of its big budget. 

 

Love, Death & Robots

Helmed by David Fincher and Deadpool director Tim Miller, Love, Death & Robots is a fun, gory experience that packs a surprise at every turn. The 18-episode series is also another example of Netflix's willingness to experiment with different forms of storytelling. Instead of lengthy expositions, each episode is a bite-sized peek into a fascinating universe that somehow manages to pack an impressive amount of world-building into mere minutes. The episodes range from six to 17 minutes in length, and are alternately absurd, whimsical, and violent in a visceral way that few other shows are. 

Myth, legend, and folklore are deftly infused with futuristic elements that make for a supremely compelling ride. If you're a fan of science fiction, Love, Death & Robots is a must-watch that will send you careening from one outlandish world to the next, even mixing realistic CGI with various animation and art styles. Standout episodes include Sonnie's Edge, Three Robots, and Suits.

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