12 Netflix Shows Everyone Agrees Are Total Trash—Ranked Worst to Worst

12 Netflix Shows Everyone Agrees Are Total Trash—Ranked Worst to Worst

Netflix has given us some incredible shows over the years, but not every series hits the mark.

Some shows miss so badly that viewers and critics alike agree they’re just plain terrible.

From cringe-worthy comedies to confusing dramas, these 12 Netflix originals earned their spot on the worst-of-the-worst list for all the wrong reasons.

1. Insatiable (2018–2019)

Beauty pageants and revenge might sound like an interesting combo, but Insatiable proved otherwise.

This dark comedy tried tackling body image issues but ended up offending pretty much everyone who watched it.

The show follows a formerly overweight teen who loses weight and seeks revenge on her bullies.

Critics slammed it for tone-deaf jokes about weight, eating disorders, and body shaming that felt outdated and harmful.

The humor rarely landed, and the uneven writing made it hard to tell if the show was trying to be serious or satirical.

Even with some talented actors, Insatiable became one of Netflix’s most controversial and widely panned originals, getting canceled after just two seasons.

2. Richie Rich (2015)

Remember the classic comic book character Richie Rich? Well, Netflix tried bringing him back, and nobody was happy about it.

This kids’ remake felt like a cash-grab that completely missed what made the original character charming.

The show is packed with stale jokes that feel like they came straight from a joke book published decades ago.

Young actors deliver lines with all the emotion of cardboard cutouts, making every scene painful to watch.

The plot feels like one long commercial for wealth and consumerism without any real heart or message.

After one season, Netflix quietly canceled it, and fans of the original character pretended this version never existed.

3. Real Rob (2015–2017)

Rob Schneider created a show about his own life, and it turned out exactly as awkward as that sounds.

Real Rob is basically a vanity project where Schneider plays himself dealing with everyday celebrity problems that most viewers can’t relate to.

Critics and audiences agreed the show was painfully unfunny, with jokes that felt stuck in the early 2000s.

The narcissistic tone made it hard to root for any character, especially when the main one is just playing himself.

The humor relies on outdated stereotypes and self-congratulatory moments that come across as more cringe than comedy.

After two seasons of poor reviews, Netflix pulled the plug on this self-indulgent experiment.

4. Haters Back Off! (2016–2017)

YouTube star Miranda Sings had millions of fans online, but her Netflix show proved that internet fame doesn’t always translate to television success.

Haters Back Off! expanded her character’s backstory, but the cringe humor that worked in five-minute videos became exhausting over full episodes.

The exaggerated comedy and awkward moments felt forced when stretched into a series format.

Thin storytelling and repetitive jokes made it hard for anyone outside her existing fanbase to enjoy.

Even loyal Miranda Sings fans found the show disappointing, with many saying her character worked better in small doses.

Netflix canceled it after two seasons, sending Miranda back to YouTube where she belonged.

5. Iron Fist (2017–2018)

Marvel’s Netflix shows gave us Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and Luke Cage—all critically praised.

Then came Iron Fist, which felt like the odd one out in the worst way possible.

For a show about a martial arts master, the fight scenes were surprisingly dull and poorly choreographed.

The pacing dragged, character development felt shallow, and the lead character came across as whiny rather than heroic.

Critics called it the weakest link in Marvel’s Netflix universe, lacking the depth and excitement of its sister shows.

Even die-hard Marvel fans struggled to defend it, making Iron Fist the most skippable entry in the franchise before Netflix canceled it after just two seasons.

6. Girlboss (2017)

Based on Sophia Amoruso’s memoir about building her fashion empire, Girlboss should have been inspiring.

Instead, it became a cautionary tale about how not to adapt a book into a series.

The main character is so unlikeable and selfish that viewers couldn’t root for her success.

The writing felt aimless, jumping between storylines without clear direction or purpose.

The show’s tone confused audiences—was it celebrating entrepreneurship or criticizing it?

Nobody could tell, and that uncertainty made every episode frustrating.

Critics panned it for wasting a potentially interesting story, and Netflix canceled it after just one season, making Girlboss a total flop.

7. The I-Land (2019)

Imagine if someone tried remaking Lost but with a fraction of the budget, talent, and creativity.

That’s basically The I-Land, a sci-fi mystery that became more of a comedy due to how bad it was.

Strangers wake up on a mysterious island with no memories, but the acting is so wooden you’ll wonder if the cast also forgot how to emote.

The plot twists are nonsensical and predictable at the same time, which is actually an impressive achievement.

Viewers mocked the bargain-bin special effects and dialogue that sounded like it was written by someone who’d never had a real conversation.

Critics called it one of the worst shows of the year, earning comparisons to a bad parody rather than serious television.

8. Fuller House (2016–2020)

Nostalgia can be powerful, but Fuller House proved it can also be embarrassing.

This Full House reboot brought back beloved characters but forgot to bring fresh jokes or interesting storylines.

Every episode feels like a time capsule from the 1990s, complete with cheesy humor and predictable plots that haven’t aged well.

The laugh track works overtime trying to convince you that tired jokes are actually funny.

While some fans enjoyed the comfort of familiar faces, critics called it a lazy cash-grab that relied entirely on nostalgia.

The show lasted five seasons despite poor reviews, proving that sometimes name recognition matters more than quality, though it consistently appeared on worst-show lists.

9. Gypsy (2017)

When you cast someone as talented as Naomi Watts, you expect something special.

Gypsy wasted her considerable skills on a psychological thriller that forgot to include any actual thrills.

The show follows a therapist who gets dangerously involved in her patients’ lives, but the pacing moves slower than a snail.

The storytelling is so bland that you’ll struggle to remember what happened in previous episodes.

Critics complained that the show never built tension or created compelling drama despite its promising premise.

Watts deserved better material, and viewers deserved a show that actually delivered on its psychological thriller promise.

Netflix canceled it after one forgettable season that most people forgot immediately.

10. Marseille (2016–2018)

Netflix marketed Marseille as France’s answer to House of Cards, promising political intrigue and sophisticated drama.

What viewers got instead was a glossy mess of political clichés wrapped in pretty cinematography.

The dialogue feels stiff and unnatural, like politicians reading from a boring textbook.

Melodramatic plotting replaces genuine tension, making every twist feel forced rather than shocking.

French critics were particularly harsh, calling it an embarrassment that relied on stereotypes about French politics rather than real insight.

The show looked expensive but felt cheap where it mattered—in the writing and character development.

After two seasons of disappointing reviews, Netflix quietly ended this failed political experiment.

11. Hemlock Grove (2013–2015)

Werewolves, vampires, and small-town mysteries should make for entertaining television.

Hemlock Grove somehow took these ingredients and cooked up a confusing mess that nobody could follow.

The supernatural drama jumps between storylines without clear connections, leaving viewers scratching their heads.

Bad CGI effects make important scenes look unintentionally funny, especially the infamous transformation sequences.

Tonal whiplash is the show’s biggest problem—it can’t decide if it wants to be serious horror or campy fun.

Critics frequently named it one of Netflix’s worst original shows, though it somehow lasted three seasons.

Most viewers who finished it did so out of morbid curiosity rather than genuine enjoyment.

12. The Ranch (2016–2020)

With a cast including Ashton Kutcher and Sam Elliott, The Ranch had potential.

Unfortunately, it squandered that talent on stale jokes and writing that felt decades out of date.

The laugh track is so aggressive it becomes annoying, desperately trying to tell you when something is supposed to be funny.

Crude humor replaces clever writing, making most jokes fall completely flat.

Despite having experienced actors, the uneven performances suggest even they knew the material wasn’t great.

Critics panned it for relying on tired sitcom formulas without bringing anything new or interesting to the table.

The show lasted four years, but quality-wise, it ranks among Netflix’s most forgettable and criticized comedies.