TV & Movies

From outback slashers to supernatural thrillers, these are the best Australian horror films that prove that Aussies know how to scare.

Turn out the lights and grab a pillow because you're about to soak up the best horror movies on Netflix. 

Whether you love the classics or a modernised take on the anime genre, there’s something for everyone. Here are the best anime shows streaming on Netflix.

From serial killers to unsolved mysteries that will have you pulling on your detective hat (and leaving the lights on at night), we’ve rounded up the very best true crime documentaries for your cold, dark heart.

If there’s one genre we can’t get enough of for a binge session, it’s crime. From gripping detective dramas to chilling serial killer series, these 32 Netflix crime shows will have you hooked.

Pass the popcorn—these are the best new movies to stream on Stan right now.

To help get your viewing session started, we’ve picked out the best shows and movies on Paramount+.

At Urban List, we believe that the best new movies should be seen on the big screen—IMAX for blockbusters, cineplex recliners for epic features, and indies with feature-length wine pours for an arthouse.

From crime thrillers to suspenseful Christmas terrorist plots, the best thrillers are now streaming on Netflix.

Here are the best movies and TV series to stream on HBO Max Australia. 

From heartwarming romances to gripping thrillers, these are the best Korean dramas on Netflix in 2025.

Kick back and dive into the best Disney+ has to offer in Australia and New Zealand for 2025.

The search for the perfect Stan binge never ends. To make it easier, we've rounded up the best shows to stream on Stan in 2025.

We don’t care what anyone says, it’s never too early to start celebrating all things Christmas—especially when it comes to festive flicks. Fortunately, the streaming gods are gifting us with yet another sleigh load of feel-good Christmas movies, from old school classics to rom-com newbies, all you need to do is organise bulk snacks for a mammoth viewing marathon. 

It's the most fab-yule-ous time of the year.

Trick or treat yourself to the best Halloween movies to stream this spooky season.

Whether it’s horror, crime or coming of age, A24 films just hit different—each flick spawning a ride-or-die following, endless memes and countless mood boards. Grab some popcorn because we've rounded up some of our favourite A24 films.

Whether you’re obsessed with IT, love a good old scare, or are the long-suffering partner or bestie of a full-blown horror fiend, this one-night-only immersive experience brought to you by Stephen King & HBO Max should definitely be on your radar.

If the lack of romance, scandal, and gloriously ridiculous pomp since Bridgerton’s last instalment in 2024 has left you feeling bereft, lost, and lacking a purpose in life, you’re definitely not alone. You might also be glad to know that filming just wrapped on Season 4, with a release date set for next year (yay).

Bridgerton Season 4 is coming, here's what to watch while you wait.

Join us as we sit down with Sianna Catullo, the Naarm-based founder of Blakground Productions, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led production company. Sianna and her team shoot incredible content by Community for Community—videos with heaps of heart, care and cracking cinematography. 

Keen-eyed Aussies will be able to spot several local landmarks like Purling Brook Falls, Tambourine Mountain, and the Gold Coast rainforest and hinterland in general. Terrifyingly massive man-eating snake-beast aside, this could be great hiking inspo for your next Queensland getaway.

If you just can’t get enough of the Star Wars universe, you’ve probably been champing at the bit to see the new The Mandalorian and Grogu movie. And, while you’ll have to wait until May 22, 2026, for the full movie, you can get your Star Wars fix with the brand-new The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer right now.

Grab your sparkliest cardigan, your orange-glitter nail polish, and maybe (absolutely) your dancing shoes. Taylor Swift isn’t just dropping a new album; she’s turning the release into a full-on cinema event. For two days only. The official release of Life of a Showgirl, a movie-theatre experience tied to her upcoming album of the same name, is coming to Australia from 3–5 October 2025.

If you’ve been absolutely devo about the end of the smash hit TV romance drama that’s all but broken the internet, you can stop sobbing and breathe a huge sigh of relief because a The Summer I Turned Pretty movie is officially happening.

The film industry has fallen head over heels for Dwayne Johnson’s performance in his latest movie, The Smashing Machine.

If you missed the actual awards—no dramas. Here’s a round-up of the major winners, along with where you can stream them right now in Australia.

Because there's no such thing as binge-watching too many shows! Here are the best Prime Video shows and movies to stream this winter.

If you’re looking for something warm and fuzzy with plenty of heartwarming drama along the way, Top End Bub has eight episodes of home-grown goodness just waiting for you to binge. 

From the epic 'whodunit' twists and slapstick ridiculousness to heartwarming friendships and an absolutely stonking list of guest stars, there’s so much to look forward to in Season 5 of Only Murders In The Building.

For those of you who can’t get enough of Bluey, Bingo, Mum, Dad, and all their friends, the Bluey movie will be released in Australian cinemas in 2027. Here's everything we know so far.

From The Dark Knight to Brokeback Mountain and Ned Kelly, here are the best Heath Ledger movies to watch right now.

Are you in the mood to rewatch Interstellar for the twentieth time?

From portaloo to Porpoise Spit, the Aussie film classic brings to mind a bingo card of pure Straya nostalgia.

From Kath & Kim to Fisk and The Castle, these are the best Aussie comedies filled to the brim with laughs, charm and iconic one-liners.

Craving a culinary binge? These are the best Australian cooking shows to serve your tastebuds oh so right.

The best Aussie TV shows to stream on Netflix, Stan, Binge and ABC. 

With a distinct aesthetic and style, along with a recurring cast of actors, Anderson has firmly established himself as one of the best working directors of the past few decades.

There’s still a tremendous way to go for Australian cinema but check out these Indigenous directors who are absolute trailblazers when it comes to advocating for emerging Indigenous talent and sharing diverse stories and experiences. 

In addition to supporting grassroots projects and First Nations businesses, watching shows and movies is a powerful way to celebrate Indigenous culture. Luckily, Netflix offers a range of binge-worthy First Nations films and series that highlight Indigenous voices and stories.

When your faith in humanity is yet to be restored, it means it’s time to hit the best feel-good movies on Netflix.

We’re all about celebrating and amplifying women’s voices here at Urban List—and that’s certainly the case when it comes to entertainment. Fortunately, there is a slew of incredible, female-lead shows that hero women in all aspects of life—from bossing it in the boardroom and the powerful tales of friendship to crime-fighting queens. 

There's an old saying that "the book is better than the movie". While that might be true some of the time, it isn't true all of the time. 

We all need a good cry sometimes, which is what the best films on Netflix are for. Here are our top picks.

A curated list of the best romantic comedy movies on Netflix so you can have the perfect rom com date night.

Find your next favourite watch on free-to-air and save your cash for snacks. We've found the best free-to-air shows so you can start binge-watching now. 

We believe the best kids TV shows on Netflix can keep your mini ones entertained for as long as you need and don’t have to fry your adult brain cells.

Sometimes you just need to switch off from the outside world and have a good laugh—the kind that makes your stomach feel like you've done 100 crunches at the gym.

Strap yourself in for explosions, gun fights and cool one-liners a-plenty.

Whether you want to admit it or not, we’re all a little bit obsessed with reality TV. Whether it’s a goosebump-inducing true crime doco or a drama-filled episode of The Real Housewives—we’re here for it. While we know there’s a lot of streaming services out there right now, we reckon hayu is absolutely worthy of being added to your streaming rotation. With the latest episodes dropping the same day as the US, you can say goodbye to spoilers forever. It won’t break the bank either— a monthly subscription costing just $6.99 a month. Start a free, seven-day trial here.

Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema is making its highly anticipated return to Tanjong Beach from 8 to 25 May 2025.

Get your political fix.

Beauty is in the eye of the moviegoer, but these stunning films have to be on your must-watch list.

Singapore takes centre stage in a special episode of Netflix's latest season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive.

So, whether you want to reminisce about Game of Thrones and The O.C. or find out hot gossip from The Sopranos and The Office–we’ve rounded up the best rewatch podcasts available for listening now.

Nothing makes you want to hop on a plane more than watching beautiful famous people in beautiful exotic locations. 

We’re not going to lie, Netflix is taking no rest days this year when it comes to bringing you fresh true crime content. 

But why?

It's time to don your green and gold for one of the biggest games in Australia’s sporting history.

"Well, well, well how the turntables."

If there is one movie the world is collectively keen to see in 2023, it’s absolutely Greta Gerwig’s Barbie film.

The mega franchise could see an actual television series coming to light with HBO Max.

We’re not ovary-acting, these are the absolute best.

Mega.

How would you act out the concept behind Squid Game in under five seconds?

Say no to faking an o'. 

Bring on the mayhem.

Only go 15-minutes to spare? We’ve got you.

Grab your large popcorn and drink combo.

There’s been a glitch in the Netflix.

We’re not in Hawkins anymore.

LGBTQI+ stories on screen have become more prevalent in recent years (and rightly so), giving a historically silenced community a proud voice. From confronting and necessary stories of hardship depicting the queer community’s history and current realities to ones of hope and joy which celebrate and normalise LGBTQI+ sexuality and relationships. Lucky for us, streaming platforms are now dedicating more of their libraries to sharing tales of romantic love, friendship, family, self-love, and community.

The quest for love continues.

Don't shoot the messenger.

Fortunately you can still feel the warm embrace of shows from the 90s and noughties thanks to Netflix’s epic old school offering. From American teen soaps to homegrown Aussie dramas, here are the best nostalgia-inducing shows on Netflix. 

While it’s true we miss hitting up the latest restaurants and spending the weekends at the beach, one of the silver linings of spending so much time indoors is the chance to smash all of those series and movies you’ve been meaning to binge but didn’t quite have the time.

To the surprise of perhaps no one but to the joy of many, Netflix’s biggest show of all time (yes, it even beat out Bridgerton), Squid Game, has been renewed for a second season.

They say that deux is always better than un, and that's certainly the case when it comes to Netflix series Emily In Paris. 

There’s a good chance that you, your housemate, your nana, and even your dog have all watched the popular Korean drama, Squid Game. The show follows hundreds of desperate contestants playing a series of deadly children’s games, risking their lives for a cash grand prize. 

Well if you’ve been wanting to fill the GoT-shaped hole in your heart (and Shadow and Bone just ain’t cutting it), then you’ll be stoked to know that the highly-anticipated prequel, House of the Dragon, is finally happening.

Goldberg is back baby!

Housing a number of huge documentaries on some of the biggest athletes, teams, races and scandals, you’ll find pretty much all you need to fill that sporting void in your life right now.

While we spent last year devouring Netflix’s Selling Sunset (a series that chronicled the lives of genetically blessed real estate agents), this year we’ve got our own Aussie version to smash and trust us, it’s just as deliciously scandalous as you’d hope. So say hello to Luxe Listings.

Whether you’re a 90's baby who watched the high school drama play out live on TV or a newbie who has fallen in love with the Upper East Side via Netflix, Gossip Girl fans assemble because the highly anticipated reboot is nearly here. 

If 2021 is the year of book to TV adaptations then Liane Moriarty’s Nine Perfect Strangers is getting our vote as the MVP. Featuring a seriously stacked A-list cast, a twisted storyline that will have your mind racing and a chilling trailer—this series is quite possibly one of the most addictive shows you’ll ever see. 

It seems like an age ago that we fell hard and fast for Geralt of Rivia, AKA The Witcher, AKA a jacked Henry Cavill in armour and a white wig. Since The Witcher's debut back in 2019, and the series’ epic cliffhanger, fans (read: us) have been left hanging for any news on the sequel… until now that is.

From real stories of coaches who changed games forever to the fictional rags to riches trajectory, these movies never get old.

Every once and while a crime flick comes along that shocks us to our core, leaving a cold feeling in the bottom of our belly long after the credits roll. Which is exactly what happened when we binged Believe Me: The Abduction of Lisa McVey. 

While you might think you’ve moved on from Exotic and his wild ways, the King is back… with a Hollywood TV series full of A-listers and yes, you’re going to want to tune in.  

 To commemorate (and commiserate) what an epic ride The Bold Type has been, we caught up with Aisha Dee, who plays Scarlet's social media guru turned podcast host Kat, from her home in LA.