Best TV shows — science-fiction on Netflix : our Top 20
At Stream Tracker, we’ve put together a concise selection of the best science-fiction series currently available on Netflix. We focus on shows that stand out for storytelling, world‑building and originality, ranging from long‑running favorites to recent breakthroughs. For each title we give a brief synopsis, what makes it worth watching, and current availability on Netflix to help you decide what to stream next.
Updated on 02/06/2026
2017 · Bruce Miller · 6 seasons
In a bleak, authoritarian future ruled by a zealous theocracy, a woman is compelled to live as a concubine to a powerful official. Stripped of autonomy and watched at every turn, she navigates daily humiliation and moral compromise while quietly plotting ways to reclaim her life and expose the regime’s brutality.
With Elisabeth Moss, Yvonne Strahovski, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Max Minghella, O.T. Fagbenle and Samira Wiley
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1987 · Gene Roddenberry · 7 seasons
Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his steadfast crew command the advanced USS Enterprise NCC-1701-D as they traverse the stars, encountering strange civilizations, unexplored worlds and the mysteries of the cosmos.
With Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, Michael Dorn, Marina Sirtis, LeVar Burton and Gates McFadden
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We hope this guide helps you find the science-fiction series on Netflix that match your taste. If you enjoyed these picks, we invite you to explore our other genre-based selections for more tailored recommendations across the platform. We update our lists regularly to reflect changes in availability, so check back for new additions. — The Stream Tracker team