The Essential Netflix List for January...

January is a miserable time. You've got no money, the weather's shit and no one wants to go out. If you can't be bothered to face the outside world, get a Netflix account and delve into the best it has to offer.

Top 10 Series

Breaking Bad

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard of Breaking Bad. If you like crystal meth or getting seriously addicted to TV Shows, this one's for you. All seasons are now on Netflix, so take a few days off and enjoy.

House of Cards

Half the time, you won't be entirely sure what they're talking about. Unless you're a political wizard, stick to the basic plot. Trust me, you'll be hooked.

Californication

If you watched Weeds or Entourage, this could be for you. Dreamy David Duchovny plays a struggling writer in LA who loves nothing more than sleeping with hot women. The first five seasons are incredible, and even though happy endings are few and far between, you'll fall for all of the characters.

American Horror Story

This isn't for everyone and certainly not for the faint-hearted, as you'll see some pretty fucked-up stuff. But if you get into the show, you'll never regret your decision. With a new story but the same actors every series, its one hell of a ride.

Orange is the New Black

Mix prison with funny women and hey presto - everyone's a lesbian! Netflix have done a fantastic job making prison look like the best place on earth. So sit back and try to find a way into your nearest women's jail.

Adventure Time

Whether intoxicated or otherwise, cartoons are always a good idea. Adventure time is a wonderfully happy and psychedelic cartoon that has taken Cartoon Network by storm. It tells the story of a boy and his shape-shifting dog, in the Land of Ooo. Having proved so popular with adults (and stoners), why not give it a go?!

Anything by Louis Theroux

Louis is the go-to man if you love documentaries involving drugs, gangs & violence... or the outright bizarre. His timid manner makes his interactions more entertaining. So if you fancy dipping into a chat with the drug lords and murderers of America, Netflix has most of Louis' life's work available.

TED Talks

For the inquisitive among us and a great thing to put on in the background. It may sound like too much if you just want to stew your brain in front of a computer screen, but you'll be amazed at the amount you can learn. They've got something for everyone. We recommend starting with the most popular to get a feel for them.

Scandal

Political drama is all the rage these days, following the release of House of Cards. And who doesn't enjoy a bit of Scandal? Great television that unfolds right before your eyes in the White House. If only it were really like this...

The Good Wife

Feminists around the world rejoice as the main female lead is a complete and utter badass, taking no shit from the men in her way. If Suits is your scene, but you'd like to see a change of lead and add a little politics, this is the show for you.