It wasn’t the perfect start to 2022 for Netflix, with reports the streamers had lost subscribers for the first time since 2012.
Despite that knock though, the streaming platform came back roaring by releasing a number of critically acclaimed films, series and shocking documentaries.
If anything, 2022 proved to be the year when Netflix got its mojo back.
Best documentaries on Netflix UK: The 10 most highly rated documentaries released on Netflix in 2022
Some exhilarating new dramas, spooky horrors and laugh out loud comedies have launched on the streamer this year as Hollywood A-listers, such as Adam Sandler, continued to star in the latest Netflix exclusive features.
So, if you’re tired of scrolling and need to know which new release on Netflix you should watch, take a look at this handy list to help you decide.
5. You Are Not My Mother - 88%
This chilling horror is set in North Dublin as a women's mother goes missing. When she is found her daughter is determined to uncover the truth of her disappearance and unearth the dark secrets of her family. Photo: Netflix
6. Incanation - 63%
Incanation is sees a woman who is cursed when she breaking a religious taboo. Photo: Netflix
7. Seabeast - 94%
Another animated film takes second place on our list. Seabeast is much more child friendly that the aforementioned The House and follows a young girl who stows away on the ship of a legendary sea monster hunter. Photo: Netflix
8. Athena - 82%
The tragic death of their youngest brother sees three siblings go in search of answers to his unexplained passing. Photo: Netflix