27 New and Returning Netflix Series That Will Have You Feeling Extra Grateful This November

The third season of this coming-of-age series will follow Sam Gardner — a teen on the autism spectrum — as he enters his first year of college and contends with a host of new challenges, and his sister Casey, who is developing complicated feelings for her friend Izzie.

When it's available: Nov. 1

This thrilling series — which is Netflix's fifth original show from Spain — is based on the real-life events of a prostitute named Helena, who unexpectedly finds herself in the heart of 1960s heroin trafficking in Barcelona due to her relationship with the head of a gangster band.

When it's available: Nov. 1

The Fab Five is back to make us sob and to help new participants improve their knowledge of fashion, food and wine, interior design, grooming, and culture, this time taking their talents to Tokyo, Japan, where they will meet new heroes and learn all about Japanese cuisine, trends, and history.

When it's available: Nov. 1

This German coming-of-age drama, which is loosely based on the novel The Wave by Morton Rhue, centres around a group of teens who fall under the influence of a mystery new classmate and dream up an idealistic revolt against nationalism — though eventually, those ideas evolve into dangerous action.

When it's available: Nov. 1

This Japanese series takes place after the 2008 bankruptcy of the Lehman Brothers, following a desperate young man who unintentionally gets involved in a phone-scam operation, not realising what he's gotten himself into until it's too late.

When it's available: Nov. 6

The Korean whodunnit series Busted! returns for a second instalment, revolving around a team of seven celebrity sleuths (including Korean entertainers and some of the biggest names in K-drama) who must work together to solve a mystery, this time attempting to crack the case of a mysterious figure known as the Flower Killer.

When it's available: Nov. 8

In the second holiday special of this adorable (and exceptionally polite) baking competition series, former contestants will return to face off and make some festive treats.

When it's available: Nov. 8

This gritty Colombian drama returns for a second season, following a deadly guerrillero in post-Peace Treaty Colombia as he flees to the countryside and tries to start a new life in Bogotá. Season two will see JJ still working as a hitman while trying to assimilate into civilian life and Daniela running for president while encountering some ethical challenges.

When it's available: Nov. 8

Following modern, cohabiting couple Kavya and Dhruv as they navigate work, life, and love in Mumbai, India, this sweet show returns for a third season.

When it's available: Nov. 9

This Korean political drama revolves around Jang Tae-jun, a chief of staff in the National Assembly succeeds in making his boss leader of the party but has much greater ambitions of his own, and though this series only premiered in June, it's already back for another season.

When it's available: Nov. 11

The Stranded is Netflix's first original series from Thailand, telling the story of 18-year-old Kraam, who survives a devastating tsunami along with 36 of his fellow high schoolers, but they are left stranded on a remote island in the Andaman Sea. When it becomes clear that no one is coming for them, they must figure out how to rescue themselves. Anyone else feeling major Lost vibes?

When it's available: Nov. 14

In this Turkish drama, a young mother ends up in prison after an altercation with her husband, and — desperate to see her daughter again — Deniz must find a way to survive the cliques of Karakuyu Prison. Though this series just debuted a month ago, we're already getting more of Deniz's story, as well as that of her fellow prisoners.

When it's available: Nov. 15

What happens when a group of weird (and wildly rich) teens decide to start selling ecstasy? This Mexican comedy-drama has the answer, and as you can imagine, it involves some run-ins with the law — and some angry narcos.

When it's available: Nov. 15

If you've ever wondered what it's like to put together a band, then you'll want to watch this reality series, which follows Charli XCX's journey in hand-selecting four talented performers and forming the all-female alt-pop band Nasty Cherry.

When it's available: Nov. 15

This quirky show is back for a third instalment, with four episodes featuring the origin stories of Power Rangers, wrestling figurines, My Little Pony, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

When it's available: Nov. 15

Anyone who lives for royal family drama is going to want to tune into this epic royal drama series, as it follows the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and all the landmark events that took place during the second half of the 20th century. Season three (the first with Olivia Colman playing Queen Elizabeth rather than Claire Foy) will take on the 1960s, with its economic troubles, strong nationalism, and growing distaste for the royals by the public.

When it's available: Nov. 17

In this dark French series, a trio of teenagers — Sofiane, Victor, and Luisa — find themselves bound together by a supernatural force, and together they attempt to figure out who killed Sofiane's brother.

When it's available: Nov. 21

Netflix's fourth Spanish original series takes place in the late 1940s, telling the story of a luxury transatlantic liner and the mysterious crimes committed onboard. Season two will follow the ship to Rio de Janeiro, where we'll meet new passengers and encounter new mysteries and secrets.

When it's available: Nov. 22

This Netflix cooking competition — where amateur bakers attempt to re-create elaborate cakes for cash prizes and often find themselves subject to hilarious baking fails — is back for a second holiday-themed season to make us feel better about all of our holiday baking disappointments.

When it's available: Nov. 22

If you love Narcos, then you'll love this series, which offers an intimate look at all sides of the ruthless drug trade business in places all around the world.

When it's available: Nov. 22

In this Brazilian comedy, a guardian angel in training decides to go rogue, never expecting what might happen to the world when he abandons the rules of the Angelus System.

When it's available: Nov. 22

Though not quite as wild as Crazy Rich Asians, this series will offer a look into the lives of young (and far more relatable) Singaporeans as they navigate life, love, and careers in Singapore.

When it's available: Nov. 22

Dennis Quaid stars in this dark comedy series as Don Quinn, a disgruntled dad whose holidays become far more stressful when his daughter (played by Bridgit Mendler) brings her boyfriend home with her for Christmas.

When it's available: Nov. 28

This French drama series revolves around Elvira, a loving but overworked mother who — when she suspects her husband is having an affair — fakes an illness to get her family's attention, never imagining what the consequences of her lie will be.

When it's available: Nov. 28

A spin-off from The Toys That Made Us, this series will feature actors, directors, and industry insiders as they discuss some of the biggest blockbusters of all time, with season one focusing on Die Hard, Home Alone, Dirty Dancing, and Ghostbusters.

When it's available: Nov. 29

This reality baking competition returns for a second instalment, following professional bakers as they compete against the clock (and each other) to see who can create the tastiest sweets.

When it's available: Nov. 29