Dedicated to those who have binge-watched and adored Netflix’s most talked-about show – you’re in luck. We have gathered a few other Netflix shows that inject the same dark comedy-meets-revenge genre. Get ready to check out these shows that are just like Beef.
Starring stand-up comedian Ali Wong and Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead), Netflix’s latest dark-comedy series follows a road rage incident between two strangers. If you think the feud ends in the parking lot, you’re wrong. The 10-episode series takes viewers on a whirlwind adventure as we see the two pitting against each other in life-threatening situations.
As the series receives praise for its incredible storytelling and cinematography, it makes sense why Beef is climbing the ladder as one of Netflix’s most-watched series right now. If you can’t get enough of characters and plots like Beef, here’s a list of other shows to tune in with your partner in crime.
Other shows like Netflix’s Beef to add to your watch list:
Cobra Kai
If you grew up loving The Karate Kid, then you will love this series. Taking place over 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament events, Cobra Kai will take viewers on a nostalgic trip. The sequel follows two martial arts fighters, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka), who navigate life through karate again. With Johnny re-opening Cobra Kai and igniting the flame between his old nemesis Daniel, will they ever find peace with each other?
Itaewon Class
Starring Park Seo-joon and Kim Da-mi, Itaewon Class follows an ex-con who strives to make his dream of opening a street bar come true. On top of that, he still seeks revenge on the family responsible for his father’s death.
Brand New Cherry Flavour
Set in the ‘90s, Brand New Cherry Flavour observes an aspiring film director Lisa Nova (played by Rosa Salazar), who attempts to make it big in Hollywood. Additionally, when her meeting with renowned film producer Lou Burke fell apart, he betrayed her by offering her film away to someone else. Unsatisfied and frustrated, Lisa goes on a revenge spree by hexing the producer with the help of a witch.
Killing Eve
For a touch of spy drama and dark comedy, check out Killing Eve. Starring Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer, the series engross viewers with a classic trope of an astounding cat-and-mouse game. When British Intelligence Investigator (Sandra Oh) is tasked to take on a case to capture psychopathic assassin Villanelle (Jodie Comer), these two women go head-to-head as they embark on an epic chase across the globe.
Kleo
A classic tale of betrayal and revenge, Kleo takes us on a mind-boggling adventure on the “what if’s”. The German action-thriller series follows Kleo (played by Jella Haase), a former east german spy who embarks on a revenge journey against those who have deceived her in the past.
The Glory
After years of surviving the most brutal abuse in high school, Dong Eun swore to seek revenge on her tormentors and bystanders. However, she later finds a job as a homeroom teacher and discovers that her tormentor is now married and has a child that attends the same elementary school. With her plan in tow, will she go above and beyond?
Amalina Anuar
Amalina Anuar is the Digital Director of Harper's Bazaar Malaysia. From covering the latest runway trends to the hottest happenings in Kuala Lumpur, she also delves deep into all things lifestyle and beauty.
