5 Best Shows To Watch On Netflix This Week (June 22–26)

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Published Jun 22, 2026, 2:43 PM EDT

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This week on Netflix, June 22–26, 2026, several new shows are available to start watching right now, and these are the five very best to dive into. Last weekend on Netflix, new releases such as I Will Find You and Oasis quickly dominated streaming charts and continue to hold strong into the last full week of June 2026. Other top-viewed shows this month include Michael Jackson: The Verdict and The Witness.

Netflix's new streaming releases this week include the third season of a popular hip-hop-centric reality competition series, an immersive new documentary about United States history, the third season of a beloved Turkish drama series, a 5-season sci-fi thriller executive produced by Michael Bay, and the highly anticipated second season of a live-action remake of a celebrated animated series. There's something new for everyone to start watching this week on Netflix, and these five shows are what ScreenRant's TV experts will be watching.

Rhythm + Flow: Italy

The third season of Rhythm + Flow: Italy just arrived on Netflix this Monday, June 22. Since its creation in 2019, Rhythm + Flow has emerged as one of the best music-themed reality competition franchises on any network or streaming platform., expanding to different areas around the world such as the U.S. and France. Global hip-hop icons Guè, Fabri Fibra, Geolier, and Rose Villain are searching for the next rising star in the rap game in Italy over four brand new episodes, available now.

The American Experiment

The American Experiment will land on Netflix this Wednesday, June 24, 2026, just days away from the 250th anniversary of the United States. The 5-part docuseries examines the origins of American democracy with a specific focus on a central question: can people truly govern themselves? The series takes a philosophical and ideological approach to reflect on concepts such as the American Dream, liberty and freedom, and various conflicts throughout the nation's history. Executive produced by Brian Knappenberger, Gary Goetzman, and Tom Hanks, The American Experiment looks to be a comprehensive and thought-provoking binge this week on Netflix.

Another Self

Another Self season 3 will premiere on Netflix this Wednesday, June 24, with eight new episodes. Set in an idyllic coastal town, three lifelong friends arrive in a new place searching to reconnect with their spirituality, which eventually opens up past traumas and wounds. Sentimental and often soapy, Another Self portrays these heavy themes with an esoteric, even introspective, flair, interpreting the challenges and beauties of life through a slightly romanticized lens. With an 81% Rotten Tomatoes audience score, this is certainly a fan-favorite series worth watching on Netflix.

The Last Ship

All five seasons of The Last Ship were just officially added to Netflix on Monday, June 22. Executive produced by Michael Bay, the post-apocalyptic thriller combines elements of action and sci-fi to create a deeply immersive viewing experience. The series begins after a global pandemic kills off most of the world's population, and the crew of a large naval ship fight for survival and desperately search for an antidote. Starring Eric Dane, Adam Baldwin, Charles Parnell, and more, this series is considered highly entertaining for its fast pace, sharp writing, and strong performances across the board. If you're looking for a show to really sink into this week, The Last Ship is a great option.

Avatar: The Last Airbender

The most exciting new release on Netflix this week is Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2, which will arrive on Thursday, June 25. Already renewed for a third season ahead of its season 2 premiere, Avatar: The Last Airbender serves as a live-action remake of the original animated series that aired on Nickelodeon from 2005 to 2008, which many consider to be a masterpiece. Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender received mostly positive feedback, earning a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 70%, but will hope to garner more acclaim and popularity once season 2 arrives this week, only on Netflix.