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81. Derry Girls
(9/10 stars)Genres: Comedy
Set in the early 1990s, this sitcom features the personal exploits of a 16 year old girl, her family and friends during the Troubles. more
Top 100 Short Runtime TV Series on Netflix 2026
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(9/10 stars)82. Kuromukuro
(9/10 stars)During the construction of the Kurobe Dam, an ancient artifact was discovered, and so the United Nations Kurobe Research Institute was established. Intellectuals from all over the world gathered to study the object, and the children of those researchers attend Mt. Tate International Senior High Scho... more
83. Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse
(8/10 stars)The latest animated series to tie in with the popular Barbie toyline, Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse is a 2012 web series produced by Mattel. The series follows a Slice of Life look into Barbie's, well, life in her Malibu dream house, with brief Reality Television-esque asides into Barbie and h... more
84. Shaman King
(8/10 stars)SHAMAN KING follows the adventures of a 13-year-old shaman and his teammate a samurai warrior spirit, who traverse the world fighting evil spirits and misguided shamans on their journey to be the next Shaman King. more
85. F is for Family
(8/10 stars)Follow the Murphy family back in the 1970s, a time when you could smack your kid, smoke inside and bring a gun to the airport. more
86. The Ranch
(8/10 stars)When Colt Bennett returns to his hometown of Garrison, Colorado to try out for a semipro Denver team, he learns that his family's ranch has fallen on hard times. Now he's helping to keep the Iron River Ranch afloat, while figuring out how he fits into the dysfunctional Bennett family consi... more
87. Mako: Island of Secrets
(8/10 stars)Mako Mermaids centers on three mermaids, Sirena, Nixie, and Lyla, who are assigned with the task of protecting their magical Mako Island from trespassers, only to be thwarted by the arrival of a 16 year old land-dweller Zac – who forms a special connection with the island and is granted a blue fish-... more
88. Seraph of the End
(8/10 stars)One day, a mysterious virus appeared on Earth which killed every infected human over the age of 13. At the same time, vampires emerged from the world's dark recesses and enslaved mankind. Enter Hyakuya Yuuichirou, a young boy, who along with the rest of the children from his orphanage, are trea... more
89. Ever After High
(8/10 stars)Welcome to Ever After High, the legendary boarding school where the teenage sons and daughters of famous fairytales learn to relive their parents' classic stories. But you can never judge a book by its cover. While the school Royals embrace their pre-written Happily Ever Afters, some of the oth... more
90. Sonic X
(8/10 stars)A slight malfunction causes Chaos Control, and sends Sonic the Hedgehog to Earth. While there, Sonic meets Chris Thorndyke, who aids at collecting the Chaos Emeralds, so Sonic and friends can go home. more
91. Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father
(8/10 stars)Comic Jack Whitehall invites his stodgy, unadventurous father to travel with him to odd locations and events in an attempt to strengthen their bond. more
92. Norsemen
(8/10 stars)Genres: Comedy
An epic sitcom set in the Viking Age. The residents of an 8th-century Viking village experience political rivalry, social change and innovations that upend their culture and way of life. more
93. Kimi ni Todoke
(8/10 stars)Sawako Kuronuma is the perfect heroine…for a horror movie. With striking similarities to a haunting movie character—jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor—she's mistakenly called Sadako by those around her. But behind her scary façade is a very misunderstood teenager. Too shy to fit... more
94. Great News
(8/10 stars)Genres: Comedy
Getting along with some colleagues can be rough, but working with your mom? That's a whole other story. When Katie, an up-and-coming news producer, finds out her overbearing mom has rejoined the workforce as an intern at Katie's TV station, it might just be the worst news ever. But, with h... more
95. Johnny Test
(8/10 stars)Crafty 11-year-old Johnny Test and his genetically modified talking dog go on high-octane adventures to save his family (and the world) from disaster. more
96. Disjointed
(8/10 stars)Genres: Comedy
Cannabis legend Ruth Whitefeather Feldman employs her newly graduated son and a team of young "budtenders" to help run her Los Angeles marijuana dispensary. more
97. Gantz
(7/10 stars)Kurono Kei, a high school freshman, put on airs and thought only about girls. One day, on his way home, he comes across a man who accidentally fell from the train platform. He didn't care for other people, and at first he enjoyed watching this man that was about to die. However, Katou Masaru, w... more
98. Sam & Cat
(7/10 stars)Prepare to meet the strangest match made in bestie heaven -- Sam & Cat! Sam's loud, independent, and tough as nails, while Cat is sweet as pie and super flighty. But that doesn't stop this unlikely pair from becoming best buds and roomies! Together, they're a power duo with a love... more
99. Danger Mouse
(7/10 stars)Under a postbox "somewhere in Mayfair" lives the world's greatest secret agent - so secret in fact, that even his codename has a codename. Follow the adventures of Danger Mouse and his trusty sidekick Penfold as they battle the Untold Horrid Evils of Baron Silas Greenback, Count Ducku... more
100. Laguna Beach
(7/10 stars)Genres: Drama
It's one of the wealthiest, most beautiful beachside communities in the world and MTV has unlimited access to the tight-knit power clique of eight rich, beautiful teenagers that live there. Their lives intertwine in ways you won't believe, until you drop in for a visit. Laguna Beach is par... more
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FAQ
What are short runtime TV series?
Short runtime TV series are shows with a shorter episode length or an overall more compact format. They are a strong fit if you want quality storytelling with less time commitment.
Do short runtime TV series always have only a few episodes?
No. A short runtime TV series does not automatically mean only a few episodes. The key factor is the shorter runtime and the more compact viewing experience.
Who are short runtime TV series ideal for?
They are ideal if you do not have much time but still want strong TV shows with a good story, a clear structure and a faster entry point.