Sci-fi has long been a staple of Netflix ’s catalog, with original series like Stranger Things and Dark serving as flagship genre-defining hits. The platform has also bolstered its library with licensed titles such as Resident Alien and The Lazarus Project , proving its ability to offer both globally beloved series and lesser-known cult favorites. Few streaming services can rival Netflix’s sci-fi credentials.
The only downside to having such heavy-hitting, culture-shaping shows on the platform is that plenty of others inevitably slip through the cracks. While subscribers flock to the biggest names in the genre, there are dozens of excellent sci-fi shows on Netflix that remain underappreciated. Some are international productions with niche followings, while others never got t