Keeping up with the myriad of visual narratives can be time-consuming, which is where miniseries step in with their short, yet immersive experiences. Netflix has curated a remarkable collection of miniseries that cover a wide range of genres and subjects. Here’s a look at the 15 best miniseries on the streaming service right now.

1. The Queen’s Gambit – This coming-of-age period drama set during the Cold War era narrates the life of an orphaned chess prodigy, Beth Harmon.

2. When They See Us – Ava DuVernay’s powerful depiction of the wrongful conviction of the Central Park Five in 1989 is heart-wrenching and necessary viewing.

3. Unorthodox – Inspired by Deborah Feldman’s autobiography, this series chronicles a young woman’s escape from her arranged marriage and religious community in New York City.

4. Godless – A Western drama that revolves around a town inhabited almost entirely by women and the chaos that ensues when a gang of outlaws invades.

5. Maniac – This psychological dark comedy follows two strangers connected through a mysterious pharmaceutical trial that promises to fix everything wrong with their minds.

6. Alias Grace – Based on Margaret Atwood’s novel, this historical fiction pieces together the life and accused crimes of Irish-Canadian maid Grace Marks.

7. The Spy – This espionage thriller is inspired by real-life Mossad agent Eli Cohen who went undercover in Syria during the 1960s.

8. Russian Doll – A unique take on the “groundhog day” concept where a woman finds herself reliving her 36th birthday party over and over again.

9. Behind Her Eyes – A psychological thriller involving an affair, dark secrets, and supernatural elements that twist towards an unexpected end.

10. Maid – Exploring themes of poverty and domestic abuse, this series follows a young woman’s arduous journey to provide for her daughter as she flees an abusive relationship.

11. The Serpent – A chilling crime drama about serial conman Charles Sobhraj who preyed on travelers exploring the “Hippie Trail” of South Asia in the 1970s.

12. The Haunting of Hill House – Although part of an anthology, this season stands alone as a haunting story of family trauma interspersed with supernatural horror.

13. Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker – This inspirational story shows how Madam C.J. Walker built a haircare empire that made her America’s first female self-made millionaire.

14. Unbelievable – A gut-wrenching series following two detectives uncovering the truth behind multiple rape cases while addressing issues with how victims are treated by investigators.

15. Collateral – This detective drama unfolds over four days as it explores the intersections between crime, politics, and war following the murder of a pizza delivery man in London.

Netflix regularly updates its library, so while these series are highly recommended for their quality storytelling and impressive performances, be sure to check if they’re currently available on Netflix in your region for your up-to-date binge-watching sessions.