Binge-Worthy Britain: 27 Must-See TV Shows and Where to Stream Them Now

BY Elena Rossi • MARCH 7 2026 AT 10:00 AM ET

Credit: Diane Morgan as Philomena Cunk in 'Cunk on Earth'; Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Curtis Donovan on 'Misfits'; Sandra Oh as Eve Polastri on 'Killing Eve'. Credit: Netflix/Courtesy Everett; Clerkenwell Films; Anika Molnar/BBCA

Craving top-tier British TV? TheEntBase unveils 27 essential shows and their streaming homes—no passport required.

Mark Stanley as Paulie Barlow, Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller, and Stephen Graham as Eddie Miller in 'Adolescence'. Netflix

Owen Cooper's Emmy-winning debut as Jamie is a revelation, with episode 3's therapy scenes delivering raw, unforgettable storytelling. In an era of incel discourse and loneliness crises, Adolescence dives deep into modern teenage boyhood. —Ilana Gordon

Stream Adolescence on: Netflix

Cast: Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, Erin Doherty, Owen Cooper, Faye Marsay

Myha'la as Pia and Samuel Blenkin as Davis McCardle in a season 6 episode of 'Black Mirror'. Netflix

Start with the pilot for a taste of its subversive edge, or jump into the iconic "San Junipero" (season 3, episode 4) for a less-twisted entry into Black Mirror's dystopian world. —Declan Gallagher

Stream Black Mirror on: Netflix

Cast: Bryce Dallas Howard, Hayley Atwell, Jon Hamm, Anthony Mackie, Daniel Kaluuya

Olivia Colman as D.S. Ellie Miller and David Tennant as D.I. Alec Hardy on 'Broadchurch'. ITV

Set in a damp coastal town, Broadchurch stands out with its witty ensemble and three seasons of gripping, eerie mysteries. —D.G.

Stream Broadchurch on: Peacock

Cast: David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Jodie Whittaker, Jonathan Bailey

Sharon Horgan as Sharon Morris and Rob Delaney as Rob Norris on 'Catastrophe'. Mark Johnson/Amazon Prime Video

This show masterfully blends sharp humor with heartfelt moments—expect to laugh out loud one minute and tear up the next. It's a brilliant emotional rollercoaster.

THE ENTBASE VIEW

"As Editor-in-Chief, I've revamped this list to make it more engaging and viral by using catchy phrases like 'Binge-Worthy Britain' and emphasizing urgency with 'now.' The content is streamlined for readability, highlighting key elements like awards and cultural relevance to hook readers. This approach targets streaming enthusiasts looking for curated, high-quality recommendations, boosting shareability and click-through rates."

CONTRIBUTOR: Elena Rossi

International Content Lead. Reporting on global co-productions, European markets, and the rise of non-English hits.