Best British Programmes on Netflix 2026
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Our pick of the best British Programmes on Netflix right now, ranked by audience rating out of the 100 titles in category code 52117. Tap any title for full details and where to watch.
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1. Sherlock (2010)
Rated 9.1/10 on IMDb, from 2010. In this updated take on Arthur Conan Doyle's beloved mystery tales, the eccentric sleuth prowls the streets of modern-day London in search of clues.
2. Hey Duggee (2015)
Rated 8.9/10 on IMDb, from 2015. At the Squirrel Club, Duggee the lovable brown dog has fun activities for children, who earn badges for doing cool things and learning new skills!
3. Black Mirror (2011)
Rated 8.8/10 on IMDb, from 2011. This sci-fi anthology series in the vein of 'The Twilight Zone' reflects on the darker side of technology and human nature.
4. Peaky Blinders (2013)
Rated 8.8/10 on IMDb, from 2013. A notorious gang in 1919 Birmingham, England, is led by the fierce Tommy Shelby, a crime boss set on moving up in the world no matter the cost.
5. Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)
Rated 8.8/10 on IMDb, from 1969. The Monty Python players make their mark with a winning mix of wit, ingenuity and brilliant timing -- and a penchant for mockery and cross-dressing.
6. Top Gear (2003)
Rated 8.7/10 on IMDb, from 2003. Jeremy Clarkson and his crew of car lovers test the limits of luxury vehicles in this hit show that also features celebrities racing on a test track.
7. Downton Abbey (2010)
Rated 8.7/10 on IMDb, from 2010. Exposing the snobbery and machinations of a disappearing class system, this series chronicles the elite Crawley family and their assorted servants.
8. World War II in Colour (2009)
Rated 8.7/10 on IMDb, from 2009. Footage of the most dramatic moments from World War II is restored in color and high definition for this historical documentary series.
9. The Crown (2016)
Rated 8.7/10 on IMDb, from 2016. This drama follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II's reign and the events that shaped the second half of the 20th century.
10. Greatest Events of WWII in Colour (2019)
Rated 8.7/10 on IMDb, from 2019. From the attack on Pearl Harbor to D-Day, the most pivotal events of World War II come to life in this vivid docuseries featuring colorized footage.