3 Reasons You Need to Watch 'Glow' on Netflix Even Today

Published 08/10/2025, 10:51 PM EDT

In the glittering empire of streaming, Netflix often plays the role of an unstoppable genius, reshaping entertainment with the precision of a master strategist. Yet even the most brilliant monarch occasionally misplaces the crown. This is the same platform that handed audiences the whimsical warmth of Anne with an E and the fantastical intrigue of Shadow and Bone, only to abruptly close the curtain on both. One of the most sparkling casualties of this royal misstep was Glow, and that is where our tale turns.

A fresh season may never grace the ring, but these three reasons will ensure your Glow watch gives you a brand-new glow.

The faces and forces that light up the ring in Glow

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Alison Brie’s Ruth Wilder dazzles with a mix of fragility and fire, while Betty Gilpin’s Debbie Eagan commands as Liberty Belle. Marc Maron’s sardonic Sam Sylvia finds surprising warmth. Britney Young, Sydelle Noel, Kia Stevens, and Jackie Tohn enrich every scene.

From Carmen Wade’s gentle courage to Cherry Bang’s determined drive, the supporting players shine. Kia Stevens lends raw authenticity as Tammé Dawson, and Jackie Tohn’s Melrose blends humour with hidden heart. The ensemble transforms Glow into a vibrant, unforgettable spectacle.

A script that pins you in the best way possible

Reports highlight that Glow presents a uniquely balanced narrative, merging the absurd theatrics of 1980s women’s wrestling with layered human stories. Created by Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch, the plot delivers a mix of humour, pathos, and cultural commentary without diminishing the audience’s entertainment.

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The storyline follows Ruth Wilder and her fellow performers as they navigate ambition, identity, and friendship within the constraints of a male-dominated industry. Critics emphasise how the show frames empowerment through the grit and glamour of wrestling, resulting in a work that resonates long after the final bell.

Laughs that land with a left hook of truth

Glow uses humour as both a spotlight and a mirror, letting audiences laugh while catching sight of deeper truths. The jokes are born from real, imperfect characters, allowing sharp wit to blend with moments that explore ambition, friendship, and the constraints of a male-dominated 1980s.

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The show’s social commentary slips in gracefully through its wrestling drama, addressing sexism, racial stereotypes, and inequality without ever feeling forced. For anyone missing that perfect mix of sparkle and bite, the possible arrival of Freakier Friday on Netflix could offer a spirited way to soften the loss

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Is your popcorn as ready as you are for Glow? Let us know in the comments down below!

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Iffat Siddiqui

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Iffat is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. A word wizard, she had the sorting hat smoke at the seams owing to her excellence in everything Hollywood and cinema until it finally declared that she belonged to the Royals, specifically Meghan Markle. Boasting over 300 articles (and counting), each one tastefully infused with the right mix of facts, wit, opinion, and essentially everything to make a perfect pop culture piece, she is the epitome of a trustworthy entertainment journalist.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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