Netflix may be the best-known streaming service, but Now is still a great option as it offers the premium shows of Sky without tying you into an annual contract. From intense dramas to comforting comedies, there’s likely to be something on this service for you.
For those of you who haven’t subscribed already, you can access all the television shows on Now by purchasing the Entertainment Membership, which is usually priced at £9.99 a month. See some of the best films available through Now’s Cinema Membership in our top picks for movies on Now.
If you’re searching for your next Now fix, then look no further. We’ve listed some of our top programmes available right now for your viewing pleasure. For further picks of some of our favourite shows, check out our best of Netflix round-up for this month. You won’t be disappointed.
As always, all information is correct at the current time of writing, but the availability of some shows may change at Now’s discretion.
The Last of Us
HBO
The Last of Us is one of the most popular shows on Now at the moment. Adapted from the Naughty Dog game, it follows Joel and Ellie – two survivors of a devastating pandemic who are forced to travel across the USA together in the hope of changing the world.
With a stellar cast including Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsay and Nick Offerman, plus a tragic yet action-filled plot, this zombie apocalypse series will keep you coming back for more.
The White Lotus
Warner Bros. Discovery
Black comedy-drama The White Lotus follows the guests and employees of a luxury resort. The visitors come to relax and let their hair down. However, they’ve brought their own dysfunctions with them, along with their swimwear and sunglasses.
Every day, their paradise unravels a little more as darker truths begin to emerge. With an all-star cast including Jennifer Coolidge, Aubrey Plaza and Sydney Sweeney, this is unmissable TV.
Inside No 9
This anthology comedy brings new stories and characters every episode – with each dark comedy narrative taking place behind a door labelled ‘Number 9’.
You don’t have to watch these in order as there’s no overarching storyline; so we recommend starting with ‘A Quiet Night in’ which features no dialogue whilst still managing to tell a hilarious story, and ‘Zanzibar’, which takes inspiration from Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors with its ensemble cast in the setting of a luxury hotel.
True Detective
HBO
True Detective is an anthology series, so you’ll get new locations, characters and gripping stories each season as you progress throughout the show. In the latest season, we head to the chilling landscape of Alaska, where two cops have to solve the mystery of eight missing men.
The show features actors such as Woody Harrelson, Colin Farrell, Mahershala Ali and Jodie Foster.
Euphoria
HBO
Zendaya stars in Euphoria, a grim take on the high school experience, and the Generation Z answer to Skins. Filled with drugs, violence and sex, the show is narrated by Rue, an addict who is struggling to find her place in the world.
Having clocked up numerous awards, this is one of the most popular things on Now – but it is certainly not an easy watch.
The Penguin
Colin Farrell stars as the infamous Oswald “Oz” Cobb, who debuted in Matt Reeve’s The Batman. The spin-off series follows Oz as he climbs the ladder of the criminal underworld of Gotham. Taking advantage of the chaos caused by Riddler’s attack, he fights against Sofia Falcone, the daughter of a deceased mob boss. Unexpectedly, a certain boy named Vic becomes the Penguin’s closest ally.
HBO’s series abandons the superhero genre, instead focusing on the dark underbelly of the criminal world and the morally grey characters within it.
The Third Day
Starring Jude Law and Naomie Harris, The Third Day is another mind-bending thriller, seemingly influenced by the likes of The Wicker Man and Midsommar.
It tells the story of two different people who find themselves journeying to a mysterious British island at different points in time. Both of the travellers begin to discover the strange rituals and secrets involving the inhabitants of the island.
Gavin & Stacey
HBO
Oh, what’s occurring?! This legendary British sitcom (also returning for a Christmas special this year) is a must-see, following the coming together of one family from Essex and another from Wales when a young couple fall in love. This was also the breakout show for James Corden, who plays the loveable lad Smithy.
Some of the most memorable episodes include ‘Boys’ Night Out’, ‘The Big Day’ and ‘House Hunting’ – which includes a segment that any person searching for a place to live in London can relate to.
Succession
HBO
Succession takes family drama to a whole new level, as each member of the Roy family takes a swipe at power and wealth, no matter how much it may damage the relationships between them.
Logan Roy is a media tycoon in charge of one of the most powerful entertainment companies in the world. When he suffers from a stroke, his children struggle to choose who will run the company in his absence.
Friends: The Reunion
Watch Friends: The Reunion on Now
It may not be a full TV series, but the Friends reunion special is a must-watch for any die-hard fans of the sitcom. Filled with a mix of iconic clips, set visits from the cast, table reads and guest cameos, it’s the perfect look back at all ten seasons of Friends.
There’s also some exclusive titbits of information from all six main cast members, and information on how the show came to be from the series creators.
Yellowjackets
If you enjoyed Lord of the Flies, you will love Yellowjackets. When a girls’ high school soccer team is involved in a plane crash, they find themselves stranded in the wilderness. However, the horrors that unfold in the forest slowly transform them into something much darker.
The show switches back-and-forth between the nineties and the present day, in which the survivors try to cope with the horrors of their past.
Game of Thrones
Despite its shortcomings (namely the final two seasons), Game of Thrones is still one of the biggest series to have ever aired, and if you missed out on the hype train, it’s absolutely worth checking out.
Based on the series of novels, A Song of Ice and Fire by George RR Martin, Game of Thrones is set in the fantasy world of Westeros, and tells the story of several houses as they battle for control over the continent. There’s twists that will leave you stunned, battles that will keep you tense and of course MASSIVE dragons to marvel at.
The prequel series – House of the Dragon – is also certainly worth a watch.
The Office (US)
The Office (US) kicked off the mockumentary trend in America, and with nine seasons and over 200 episodes, this is a long-term character comedy that’s certain to bring a smile to your face (although it is not without many painfully cringe-inducing moments).
Steve Carell stars as Michael Scott, a manager at the paper company Dunder Mifflin in Scranton, Pennsylvania. All he wants is to be respected and adored by his colleagues, but with antics happening nearly every day, the office doesn’t get that much work done.
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
Watch Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts on Now
Now has done a few reunion specials, and the Harry Potter one is a standout. With plenty of cast members – including the Golden Trio (Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson), there’s plenty of reminiscing on all eight films, and the rollercoaster ride of the Wizarding World fandom.
There’s also plenty of behind-the-scenes action on some of the most iconic moments, and insider information from the directors, writers and more. If you’re a big fan, bring tissues – it gets emotional.
The Flash
Now currently boasts a few shows from the ‘Arrowverse’ of superhero adaptations, but The Flash is one of our favourites. This gloriously camp comic book adaptation revels in the absurdity of its roots – super-strong telepathic gorilla supervillain, anyone? – and never takes itself too seriously.
Yes, it’s soapy and it’s schlocky and it’s very, very silly, but it’s tremendously fun and really feels like it’s own thing. The Flash does its best to adapt every comic book arc anyone’s ever called ‘unfilmable’, and we love it all the more for it.
Author: Hannah Cowton-Barnes, Entertainment Editor, Tech Advisor
As Tech Advisor's Entertainment Editor, Hannah is the resident expert in all things streaming, film and TV. Before joining Tech Advisor in 2019, she studied Theatre and Performance at the University of Leeds and created a website dedicated to geek culture and lifestyle. She's also reviewed a whole range of gadgets including flagship smartphones, wearables and styling tools. Outside of Foundry, she's written freelance pieces for Polygon, Metro and Den of Geek, and is proud to be a Women Techmakers Ambassador for Google.