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Netflix's November Lineup Features Returns of "The Crown," "Virgin River," and More

27/10/2023 - 09:36 AM

When it comes to sheer quantity and variety, you can't beat Netflix in the ongoing streaming wars [1]. The OG platform is still churning out plenty of new content every month, from brand-new originals to exciting additions to its extensive catalogue of licensed content. With so many shows to navigate, it can be easy to fall into a routine of watching your same few favourites over and over again [2]. And while no one would blame you for rewatching "Bridgerton [3]" or "Stranger Things [4]" for the umpteenth time, there's plenty to love every month on Netflix — and we're here to help you narrow down your choices.

Are you looking for an emotional drama or a clutch-your-sides-laughing comedy? You'll find 'em here. Interested in trying some international shows [5] or learning something new from a nonfiction series [6]? Yep, we've got that covered, too. You'll even find some of your old favourites — maybe shows you haven't thought about in years — popping up this year on Netflix. When we say there's something for everyone when it comes to the new Netflix series, we really mean it. So keep your calendar nearby and get a sneak preview of all the amazing shows making their Netflix debuts in November. With this guide in hand, you won't miss a thing!

"Victorious" Season 3

The third season of Nickelodeon's teen sitcom follows Tori and her crew of friends as they continue striving for stardom at the Hollywood Arts Academy. Even though they're at an elite performing arts academy, they're still going through all the same drama, hijinks, and big feelings as any teenager. There's a road trip episode, plenty of relationship ups and downs, some pranks gone wrong, big dreams to pursue, and even a parody of "The Breakfast Club." And, of course, there's plenty of music all the time, with the real-life musicians in the cast taking centre stage to show off their serious talents.

When it's available: Now

"All the Light We Cannot See"

Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Anthony Doerr, this highly anticipated drama follows the waning days of World War II, as experienced by two very different characters. Marie-Laure is a teenage girl who has been blind since age 6 who is living in Paris going through the terrors of the occupation and taking part in the French Resistance. Her path intersects with that of Werner, a German soldier barely older than she is, who finds himself pressed into the service of the Nazis due to his uncanny skill with radios. As the last gasp of war burns out, their unexpected connection could change history.

When it's available: 2 Nov. [7]

"Cigarette Girl"

In the 1960s, the Indonesian clove cigarette industry is thriving — but it's also a world heavily dominated by men, with little room for women outside of very narrow roles. Within this world of tightly defined gender roles and long-running traditions, one young woman chooses to take her fate and her ambitions into her own hands. Decades later, a family on the verge of losing its patriarch digs into the history of its past and the family's herbal cigarette fortune, uncovering one gifted artisan's journey of love and self-discovery as she defies tradition, finds romance, and charts a new path for herself.

When it's available: 2 Nov. [8]

"Daily Dose of Sunshine"

This heartfelt K-drama centres on Jung Da-Eun, a kindhearted young nurse assigned to the psychiatry department after being transferred out of the internal medicine department. Every day, she finds herself dealing with new challenges among her colleagues and her patients, sometimes with seriously unexpected results. No matter what problems come her way, though, she's determined to go above and beyond to be a ray of light for those under her care, hoping that her joy — the "daily dose of sunshine" of the title — can have a positive effect on those around her, even if it's just making a small difference.

When it's available: 3 Nov. [9]

"Ferry: The Series"

Desperate for funds, Ferry Bouman stumbles upon a golden opportunity when a high-profile bust leaves a vacant position among Brabant's top dealers. The new show bridges the gap between the existing Netflix show "Undercover" and the prequel movie "Ferry."

When it's available: 3 Nov. [10]

"The Tailor" Season 3

The Turkish drama kicked off with an intriguing premise: a famous tailor is asked to make the wedding dress for his lifelong best friend's fiancée, but the entwined trio all bring their own secrets that could upend their lives and the lives of everyone around them. As the new season begins, Peyami's feelings for Esvet intensify, pushing both of them — and their relationship — to a breaking point. After all the drama, Peyami finally has to make the difficult choice everyone has been avoiding for so long: the choice between their love and his lifelong friendship with Dimitri.

When it's available: 3 Nov. [11]

"Selling Sunset" Season 7

You know them, you love them — or you love to hate them (or perhaps a little bit of both). Set in the world of LA's high-end real estate market, the seventh season of the reality phenomenon follows the city's most successful female realtors, all of whom work under the same roof at The Oppenheim Group, the #1 agency in the Hollywood Hills and the Sunset Strip. Tuning into this show, you know what you're going to get: a bunch of high-pressure professionals who work hard and play harder, as they compete to land the biggest deals in the cutthroat LA market.

When it's available: 3 Nov. [12]

"At the Moment"

This anthology series from Taiwan, set during the pandemic, follows 10 unique love stories filled with passion and heartache.

When it's available: 10 Nov. [13]

"Criminal Code"

To crack the code of an investigation into a larger-than-life robbery, federal agents need to get creative in this Brazilian crime drama.

When it's available: 14 Nov. [14]

"Suburræterna"

This Italian series continues the world of "Suburra," where a fight over land quickly spirals out of control into an all-encompassing fight involving organised crime, corrupt politicians, and, yes, even the Vatican. In this new show, chaos rules over Rome, and political institutions collapse, putting established alliances at risk as tensions rise with emerging criminal clans. Cinaglia takes up Samurai's legacy and oversees the city's criminal activities, while Spadino decides to return home to Rome in hopes of taking control of the city. As conspiracies abound and danger rises, no one is safe in this unpredictable and chaotic world.

When it's available: 14 Nov. [15]

"The Crown" Season 6 Part 1

Unlike previous seasons, the final season of the royal drama will be split into two parts. The first part features four episodes set in the late 1990s, a time when the monarchy itself is reaching a breaking point. As Queen Elizabeth II reflects on her legacy and lineage, Diana steps into the spotlight after her divorce from Charles, focusing on charity work while also careening towards the choices that will lead her to a fateful night in Paris. The entire royal family finds itself facing a terrible reckoning, and it all leads up to a single tragedy that will shake the world.

When it's available: 16 Nov. [16]

"Holy Family" Season 2

When a family hiding a shocking secret tries to start over in Madrid, new relationships complicate their plans, and the past begins to catch up with them. Would-be friendships between mothers in the neighbourhood are undercut by the current of distrust, as well as new secrets coming to light. In the second season, Gloria will stop at nothing to carve out a future for her family despite still being haunted by the ghosts of her past. Meanwhile, new schemes and mysteries bubble up in the neighbourhood, where everyone is keeping secrets, and no one knows who can be trusted.

When it's available: 17 Nov. [17]

"Squid Game: The Challenge"

Yep, it's really happening: Netflix is bringing you a reality competition show inspired by the international phenomenon "Squid Game [18]" (though with much less horror!). 456 real players from all walks of life will compete against each other in pursuit of a life-changing reward of $4.56 million. As they compete through a series of games inspired by the original show — plus surprising new additions — their strategies, alliances, and character will be put to the test while competitors are eliminated around them. Only the cleverest and most strategic among them will make it to the end and fight for the ultimate prize.

When it's available: 20 Nov. [19] (new episodes released weekly)

"A Nearly Normal Family"

In this Swedish thriller, the world of a seemingly perfect family shatters when a shocking murder proves that they're willing to make desperate moves to protect each other.

When it's available: 24 Nov. [20]

"Love Like a K-Drama"

Four actresses from Japan go to South Korea to audition and act alongside Korean actors for roles in a series of love stories. Will true romance follow?

When it's available: 28 Nov. [21]

"Virgin River" Season 5 Part 2

Big changes are in store for all our favourite characters as the second half of the cosy drama's fifth season arrives this winter. Mel adjusts to a different pace of life while Jack works to grow his business. There's plenty of interpersonal drama to go around as the residents make decisions about their lives, their loves, and their futures. It's not all charming holiday celebrations and smooth sailing, though, and there are always new challenges coming to the surface. This season, the town faces new threats as secrets begin to surface in Virgin River and could threaten what they've built.

When it's available: 30 Nov. [22]

"Obliterated"

A special forces team thwarts a deadly plot in Las Vegas and parties accordingly, feeling they deserve to let loose after they've done something as awesome as saving the world. Unfortunately for them, their victory is short-lived, and it turns out the bomb they deactivated wasn't the real threat, but a decoy. Now, as the real threat emerges, they'll have to set out on a new mission to find the real bomb and defuse it in time to save Vegas. Plus, their skills might be slightly dulled, given the fact that they're all still more than a little intoxicated from their celebrations!

When it's available: 30 Nov. [23]

"The Railway Men"

After a deadly gas leak from a factory in Bhopal, brave railway workers risk their lives to save others in the face of an unspeakable disaster. This intense Indian drama is based on the true story of the 1984 Bhopal disaster, where a chemical accident at a pesticide plant exposed half a million people to toxic chemicals. Due to poor maintenance and sloppy procedures, the plant's ability to store dangerous chemicals failed, and thousands of people were injured or killed in the resulting leak that spread across nearby towns. The series follows some of the workers who tried to mitigate the damage, potentially at the cost of their own lives.

When it's available:18 Nov.


"Replacing Chef Chico"

When a head chef falls into a coma, it's up to his devoted sous-chef to keep their Filipino fine dining restaurant from closing down.

When it's available:24 Nov.


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