15 Netflix shows that have made the biggest impact

Which Netflix shows are your favorite? In honor of FanSided’s 15th anniversary, we’re celebrating some of the most impressive Netflix shows that have aired since the streaming service began. From blockbuster hits like Squid Game and Stranger Things to critical darlings like The Crown, we’re looking back at some of the most impactful Netflix shows of all time.

It’s crazy to think about how long Netflix has been around. Beginning as a DVD rental service, Netflix soon eclipsed even Blockbuster and ushered in the current era of digital streaming at home. Netflix shows have become must-watch viewing, with people eagerly waiting every week to see what the service will drop next.

Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the Netflix shows that have made the biggest impact over the past 15 years.

15 Netflix shows that have made the biggest impact

Lilyhammer

Despite its impressive status as Netflix’s first exclusive, Lilyhammer tends to be a lesser-known Netflix Original series. This crime dramedy series felt a little like a spiritual successor to The Sopranos, following the gangster Frank “The Fixer” Tagliano as he attempted to start a new life in Norway.

Lilyhammer aired for three seasons from 2012 to 2014 before it was canceled. Even though the show is billed as a Netflix Original, Netflix shared it with the Norwegian broadcasting channel NRK1. Netflix pulled out after three seasons, which led to its cancellation.