Top 10 OTT Web Series by 2024

Breaking Bad is easily among the top three OTT series ever produced. If you are a fan of fast-paced thrillers, with an elaborate plot full of jaw-dropping cliffhangers, then Breaking Bad should be on your watchlist. With brilliant performances by Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, the story revolves around a chemistry teacher going rogue into the methamphetamine business with the help of a former student. The plot is full of chaos and emotional breakdowns, an all-time classic.

The Sopranos is a classic drama series, revolving around the life of an Italian mafia family based in New Jersey. Tony Soprano is the main protagonist of the series and the head of the family. A realistic depiction of his journey and struggle in managing his criminal and personal life, along with superb character development is the USP of this series. The series is critically acclaimed for its top-notch cinematography and writing.

Good jailbreak thrillers are hard to come by. If you want an edge-of-the-seat thriller, with unpredictable plot twists and characters, there is no better OTT series than Prison Break. A structural engineer who helped design a prison plants himself inside to help rescue his falsely accused brother. They meet various people along the way, making the rescue more difficult. A minor spoiler- The journey doesn’t end with just one prison! Prison Break is a complete package of entertainment.

Based on Julia Quinn’s best-selling novel series, Bridgerton is a light-hearted romance/drama story set in the royal Regency London High Society. Comprised of eight siblings, from the powerful Bridgerton family, each has to navigate their way through love, heartbreaks, and dramatic power struggles, in search of their romantic partner. The pleasing visuals of the series, along with lavish settings, serve as a perfect backdrop to an epic saga of love.

House of Cards is a top-rated political drama, depicting the lives of US Senators and the President of the United States. The entire series is based on the power struggle between various politicians, and greed for money and fame. Various themes such as love, betrayal, national pride, and corruption are explored in the series, with realistic visuals and epic soundtracks. Coupled with brilliant acting by veterans like Kevin Spacey and Micheal Kelly, you are transported to the US Senate every time you tune in.

The Boys is an epic sci-fi series but with a twist. Superheroes are often portrayed as people using their powers for good. However, the superheroes in The Boys go rogue. They work for a company that portrays them as saviors and crowd-favorites.  A group of vigilantes set out to end their dominance and fight head-to-head. Epic visuals blended with dark humor, biting satire, and intense action make this web series stand out from other superhero series.

If horror, mysterious, and supernatural events get your heart running, The Haunting of Hill House can be your next great binge-watch. It’s in equal parts scary and engaging. A group of siblings who grew up together in one of the most haunted houses in the country are forced to reunite back after years when the flashbacks and tragedies start haunting them again, with ghosts still lurking around in the mansion. Grab your popcorn and turn off the lights as you enter the Hill House, ready to face the past.

No other OTT documentary comes close to the masterpiece of Chernobyl. It is a historical documentary recounting the worst man-made accident in the history of mankind- the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear plant blast. The five-episode series of gripping narration and engaging storytelling is informative and eye-opening. A well-researched plot ending on a high makes it a crowd and critique favorite.

An epic historical fiction web series, where nine noble families fight for dominance over the mythical continent of Westeros. Known for its grand settings and animations, GOT is a complex plot with several characters intertwined, struggling and battling for power. The web series is one of the highest-rated shows in history, with great soundtracks and screenplay. The fight for the seven kingdoms gives rise to several battles, both on-field and political, compelling you to binge-watch the entire series.

Money Heist is one of the most engaging and thrilling heist series, where a group of smart and ambitious robbers manage to steal over 2 billion euros from the Royal Mint of Spain. The group’s leader, a.k.a. The Professor, brings together a team of experts from around the world to carry out a perfect heist. The storyline, music, witty dialogues, and character depth for each team member make it a special OTT series, perfect for a binge-watch.