Some stories are meant to haunt the imagination, and Monster: The Ed Gein Story has certainly done so, though perhaps not entirely in the way its creators intended. While a handful of reviewers have praised the production for its ambition and intense performances, the negative critiques are louder and more piercing. Observers have called out its historical inaccuracies, excessive gore, and attempts to humanize a notoriously depraved figure, leaving audiences torn between fascination and disbelief. Yet this controversy has only fueled its visibility, setting the stage for its Netflix climb.

Despite its contentious reception, Monster: The Ed Gein Story has surged into Netflix’s top 10 trending shows alongside other fan favorites.

Bagging the first place, Wayward explores the story of two teens and a small-town cop dig into Tall Pines' murky past, proving that even the most charming facades hide secrets darker than a noir protagonist's soul.

Monster: The Ed Gein Story is a 2025 Netflix drama series that delves into the life of Ed Gein, the infamous murderer and grave robber who inspired many of Hollywood's most iconic on-screen killers, and an interesting watch for those who watched Charlie Hunnam's Netflix documentary.

House of Guinness is a 2025 British-Irish historical drama series that explores the aftermath of brewery mogul Sir Benjamin Guinness's death in 1868 Dublin and the impact of his will on his four adult children.

Love Is Blind Season 9, filmed in Denver, Colorado, follows 32 participants as they attempt to form meaningful connections and get engaged without initially seeing each other, making it a 20/20 watch for viewers. 

Black Rabbit is a 2025 Netflix limited series that follows a rising-star restaurateur forced into New York's criminal underworld when his chaotic brother returns to town with loan sharks on his trail.

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Wednesday Season 2, starring Jenna Ortega, continues the adventures of Wednesday Addams at Nevermore Academy, introducing new mysteries and challenges. All eight episodes are now streaming on Netflix.

Dark Winds is a Southwestern noir series that follows Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and his Navajo Tribal Police deputies as they investigate a series of crimes. The series has been renewed for a fourth season.

RAW is a 2025 WWE in-ring series delivering live action, drama, and unmatched athleticism every week. The series has 44 episodes scheduled for the year as wrestlers grapple for glory, proving that in the ring, every slam has a story.

In Doc, a healer faces more than just ailments, proving that even doctors have their own prescriptions for drama. Based loosely on a real Italian doctor’s story, the show blends hospital drama with personal redemption.

Ms. Rachel is a 2025 Netflix series that centers on an educator's journey through the challenges of teaching and personal growth. Here, lessons extend beyond the classroom, proving that every teacher has a tale to tell.

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