The Most Popular Shows On Netflix Right Now Besides 'Sex Education'

A new Korean survival drama and adult animated series are also trending on the platform.
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“Sex Education” is the most popular show on Netflix, according to the streaming service’s public ranking system.

The third season of the British teen comedy-drama premiered Friday and continues following the students, staff and parents at Moordale Secondary School as they face new personal challenges and relationship issues.

In second place is “Squid Game,” a new South Korean survival drama about a group of people with financial struggles who compete in a mysterious game with deadly twists for a chance at a large cash prize. And in third is “Clickbait,” the Adrian Grenier miniseries about a man who finds himself at the center of a dark social media-related crime.

"Sex Education" on Netflix.
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"Sex Education" on Netflix.

A few animated shows are also in the ranking at the moment ― “Sharkdog” and “CoComelon” for kids and “Chicago Party Aunt” for grown-up audiences.

Netflix reality competition shows are having a moment as well, with the new seasons of “The Circle” and “Nailed It!” trending on the platform.

Read on for the full top 10 list. And if you want to stay informed about everything joining Netflix each week, subscribe to the Streamline newsletter.

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8. “Nailed It!” (Netflix)

7. “Sharkdog” (Netflix)

6. “The Circle” (Netflix)

4. “Lucifer” (Netflix)

3. “Clickbait” (Netflix)

2. “Squid Game” (Netflix)

1. “Sex Education” (Netflix)

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Ted's comfy pocket sweatshirt
Ted himself has worn a comfy-looking sweatshirt with a chest pocket in multiple colors in recent episodes, and according to Decider, it's this soft midweight sweatshirt from NYC-based fashion brand Todd Snyder, made in collaboration with Champion. Ted's worn it in gray, red and burnt orange, and it's currently available in 12 great colors in men's XS-XXL.
2
Rebecca's borrowed dress in Amsterdam
After an unfortunate tumble into a Dutch canal, Rebecca borrows what turns out to be the perfect dress for her — and for the rest of us to wear this summer, from the Aussie label Zimmerman.
3
A Lasso-themed card
Why send a boring drugstore card when you could send one with compliments from Ted, Roy or Keeley? There are 14 different Lasso-themed cards to choose from.
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Or a mug with Ted's opinion of tea
If your Lasso fan loves tea, they'll always need more mugs. And if they agree with Ted that tea tastes like pigeon sweat, they can always drink coffee out of it instead.
5
Dani Rojas' banana T-shirt
Who wouldn't want Dani's T-shirt from the beloved episode "Rainbow," featuring a banana doing crunches? It's adorable.
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...Or Thierry Zoreaux's salute to Canada
Trust the player from Canada to rock a supreme nod to the great white north's most popular french fries-based snack in the season two episode "Midnight Train To Royston."
7
A tracksuit with classic Roy Kent vibes
If the Lasso-lover in your life is like a Roy -- that is, a menacing yoga fanatic who pretty much only wears black -- grab this cool monochromatic tracksuit from Adidas.
8
An album for "Sexy Christmas"
Er... make that "Sexy December 28th." And make like Keely and celebrate a sophisticated holiday with Ella Fitzgerald's album "A Swinging Christmas." (It's Ella's version of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" that plays as Keely preps for her Vegas-style yule in season two's Christmas special.) It comes in formats from mp3 to vinyl.
9
Nigerian national team gear
The Nigerian Super Eagles' awesome run at the 1994 World Cup inspired a young Sam Obisanya, and it's his goal in life to make his home country's squad. With their always-stylish kits and gear, who can blame him?
10
Ted's favorite barbecue sauces
"You got some kinda food or something that just teleports you right back home, makes you feel all warm and fuzzy?" asks Ted. His answer is Arthur Bryant's barbecue sauce, which he declares is "some of the best barbecue sauce in Kansas City, which makes it some of the best barbecue sauce in the world." It even reappears at a pivotal moment in S3E6. This four-pack has a bottle of Bryant's and three other famous KC options.
11
Ted's salute to Kansas
They'll recognize this shirt -- a salute to the four legendary Kansas barbecue joints that make the sauces above -- because it is worn by Ted more than once in season one. It was designed by star Jason Sudeikis' childhood friend.
12
A gift box of chocolates from across the pond
Send your Lasso fan a box of classic British candy bars, including Dr. Sharon's sugary nemesis, the Cadbury Flake. It'll be perfect for their binge nights.
13
Some deep cut fan gear
Before being hired to coach soccer at Richmond, Ted led Wichita State to a division two national title in American football -- a thing that couldn't have happened in real life, since Wichita State ended its football program in 1986. But that also means this shirt won't conflict with anyone's existing college football loyalties, making it the perfect gift for a sports-loving "Lasso" fan.
14
"Diamond Dogs" on vinyl
When you can't round up your own Diamond Dogs in person, send them this David Bowie record to remind them they're part of your squad.
15
An AFC Richmond scarf
Are you even a fan of football if you don't have a scarf? (No.)
16
Dani's Converse high-tops
In the season two Christmas episode, Dani rocks a pair of Converse Pro Leather high tops in the locker room -- and who doesn't want to be like Dani?
17
A highly rated karaoke machine
They might not make it to a Liverpool karaoke bar, but you can take the Liverpool karaoke bar to them. Like Liverpool, this Bluetooth-enabled machine has much to offer, including two wireless mics and a remote control.
18
A 9-inch pan for making Ted's famous biscuits
If the superfan in your life wants to try making Ted Lasso's biscuits recipe, they'll need either a 9- or 8-inch square baking pan like thisCuisinart Chef's Classic nonstick pan from Amazon.
19
"A Wrinkle In Time"
"It's a lovely novel." — Trent Crimm, The Independent
20
Rebecca's tree coat rack
High five, tree! The most memorable item in Rebecca's office, this clever coat rack is both a piece of practical furniture and a whimsical example of Swedish design.
21
An AFC Richmond jersey
Do they wear their fandom on their sleeve? Then Nike's AFC Richmond jersey will be perfect. You can also grab T-shirts, sweatshirts and more from Nike's official AFC Richmond collection starting at just $35.
22
Keely's statement Gucci belt
When we first meet Keely, she breezes into the Richmond locker room wearing a white tee, suede moto jacket and jeans with a skinny Gucci belt.
23
A four-pack of classic English pub glasses
Enhance TV night with these 20-ounce English pub glasses, big enough to hold a pint and foam just like they do at the Crown & Anchor. Mae, Jeremy, Baz and Paul not included.
24
Dr. Sharon's folding bike
Do they wish their bike would fold into a small portable square once their commute is over? Dr. Sharon doesn't have to; her Brompton folding bicycle awes Ted and Keely and, like all the brand's bikes, is handmade in London.
25
A bottle of mezcal
It's the perfect smokey spirit for drinking with friends around a fire in which you have all thrown a bunch of meaningful personal belongings in an effort to get rid of a curse that's been lingering since World War I.
26
A 'futbol is life' tee
Catch the spirit of sweet Dani Rojas with this shirt that reflects his mantra.
27
A Chet Baker album
The life and music of late American jazz musician Chet Baker factor into the season 3 episode "Sunflowers," and grabbing a CD or digital download of the album "The Best Of Chet Baker Sings" will be a great intro for newbies — just like his music was for Will Kitman, the kit man.
28
A goldfish pillow that'll remind them to shake off past failures
If they prefer more subtle reminders of the show, this goldfish-print throw pillow will blend right in at home.
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A bedroom lamp like Keely's
If vivacious Keely Jones is their style inspiration, they surely loved her feathery bedside table lamps as seen in season two. This option from Amazon combines a classic base with a similar feathery look.
30
An ice cream machine
With all the talk about ice cream on the show, the craving is sure to strike. This Cuisinart 1.5-quart frozen yogurt and ice cream maker has thousands and thousands of 5-star reviews.
31
A robe fit for the presidential suite
When life calls for a girls' trip, only the plushest, softest hooded bathrobes will do.
32
A raincoat like Higgins'
Higgins is both extremely practical and extremely British, so we're pretty confident he knows good rain gear. In an early episode, he wears a North Face rain jacket in a similar color to this one that's made with breathable waterproof Futurelight fabric and packs into its own stow pocket.
33
A darts set, of course
Look, we know it's a bit obvious. But if "Ted Lasso" taught us anything, it's that you never know when you might end up in an extremely high-stakes darts game — and training makes perfect.
34
Ted's favorite eyewear
If Ray-Bans are good enough for Ted, Isaac and Higgins to wear, they're good enough for everyone. These classic metal aviator glasses come in 11 color combinations.

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