The Blacklist

If you want a crime drama that treats its mystery as more than a puzzle, The Blacklist is available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix right now. 10 seasons is a serious commitment, but one that pays off episode after episode. With 3,632 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. James Spader sets the tone, and the ensemble matches it scene for scene. Start it on Netflix whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, The Blacklist is worth clearing space for. The Blacklist treats its mystery as a means, not an end in itself. Raymond "Red" Reddington, one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives, surrenders in person at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He claims that he and the FBI have the same interests: bringing down dangerous criminals and terrorists. In the last two decades, he's made a list of criminals and terrorists that matter the most but the FBI cannot find because it does not know they exist. James Spader and Diego Klattenhoff lead a cast that never lets the mystery feel thin. The series ran for 10 seasons (2013–2023), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. What makes The Blacklist hold up is that the resolution matters less than how the characters get there. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

For anyone who wants their crime drama to earn its twists, The Blacklist delivers. If you have already watched Criminal Minds, The Blacklist is a natural next step. 10 seasons is a lot, but the quality holds all the way through. Watch James Spader work — it is a masterclass in the genre. Few crime dramas earn their twists this consistently.

The Blacklist wrapped up in 2023, created by Jon Bokenkamp — and 10 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.