Looking for the complete list of Netflix Original movies released in 2018 ranked by their IMDb ratings? Well, that’s an oddly specific request that we’re thrilled to deliver on.
What a year it’s been for Netflix. With all the latest titles added to the streaming service in the past year, there are now over 900 Netflix originals to be enjoyed. Over 200 of which are films that are ready to stream right now! The films below have been selected by their ranking through IMDb.
Please note: Documentaries and Reality specials have not featured in the top 10 list.
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Top 10 Original Movies Added to Netflix in 2018
10. Forgotten
Debuted: February 21st Genre: Thriller, Mystery Director: Hang-jun Zhang Cast: Ha-Neul Kang, Mu-Yeol Kim, Seong-Kun Mun, Young-hee Na IMDb Score: 7.3/10
There are already some great Korean films on Netflix such as Train to Busan, The Wailing, and Illang Wolf Brigade. Forgotten is also another such film that many audiences have enjoyed from Korea. The Korean thriller was director Jang Hang Jun’s first film in 7 years, he predominately known for his work on the film Break Out and TV Series Sign.
After moving into their new home Jin-Seok witnesses the kidnapping of his older brother Yoo-Seok. With no word for 19 days, Yoo-Seok finally returns home but cannot recall anything from his time with the kidnappers. It’s not long before Jin-Seok notices the differences in his brother’s personality and behaviour. Jin Seok begins to suspect the person who the man who has returned to the family is not his brother Yoo-Seok. On top of this Jin-Seok continues to hear sounds coming from a locked room that previously stored the belongings of the homes previous owner.
9. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
Debuted: August 17th Genre: Drama, Romance Director: Susan Johnson Cast: Lana Condor, Noah Centino, Janel Parrish, Anna Cathcart, Andrew Bachelor IMDb Score: 7.3/10
Many studios had been interested in adapting the film but author Jenny Han rejected many due to the studios wishing to change the heritage of the title character from Asian to Caucasian. Finally, finding a studio that would happily produce the film Jenny Han wanted for her character, production began. Netflix purchased the rights to the film back in March to which upon release has become one of the most popular romantic films in their library.
Teenager Lara Jean leads a normal, boring high school life until some very close and personal items of hers are made public. These items were love letters written to herself and for her eyes only. The contents of the letters are Lara pouring her heart and soul into saying the things she could never in real life, or more specifically to all the boys she’s ever loved. Lara’s best friend leaked the letters in the hope of getting Lara a boyfriend, soon her love life goes from 0 to a 100.
8. The Christmas Chronicles
Debuted: November 22nd Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family Director: Clay Kaytis Cast: Kurt Russell, Oliver Hudson, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Judah Lewis, Darby Camp IMDb Score: 7.3/10
It isn’t very often that we get a Christmas film that can become a future classic. Contrary to what the opinions of critics have been, The Christmas Chronicles has been praised immensely by audiences worldwide. Not to mention Kurt Russel’s casting as Santa Clause has been nothing short of perfect. The film has been watched by subscribers over 20,000,000 times already!
Brother Teddy and Sister Kate Pierce scheme to capture Santa Clause on Christmas Eve. After the plan goes disastrously wrong, the sibling pair must help Santa Clause and his elves save Christmas.
7. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
Debuted: October 8th Genre: Romance, History, Drama Director: Mike Newell Cast: Lily James, Jessica Brown Findlay, Tom Courtenay, Michael Huisman, Katherine Parkinson IMDb Score: 7.4/10
The historical romantic-drama shines a light on an area of Britain that not many outside of it know much information about, not to mention when it went under Nazi occupation. Some of the cast were well known for their roles in Downtown Abbey and to some critics saw this as a reunion of sorts.
Author Juliet Ashton travels to the island of Guernsey to write about the experience of Nazi Occupation the inhabitants had. More specifically she arrives to write about the ‘The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society’. It’s not long before she catches the eye of society member Dawsey. But being already engaged herself, is her life in London with her fiancee what she truly wants?
6. Pulang
Debuted: August 10th Genre: Drama Director: Kabir Bhatia Cast: Remy Ishak, Puteri Aishah, Alvin Wong, Azrel Ismail, Erwin Dawson IMDb Score: 7.4/10
The story of Pulang was inspired by an event that happened in the 1940s. The film has been highly praised for its use of cinematography and the actor’s performances have also been held in high regard.
In the latter end of the of the 1940s a young sailor wishes to change his the fortune of his family by sailing around the globe. Before setting sail he promised his wife he would return home with riches. Agreeing to this his wife awaits his return for 61 years.
5. On My Skin
Debuted: September 12th Genre: Drama Director: Alessio Cremonini Cast: Alessandro Borghi, Massimiliano, Milvia Marigliano. Jasmine Trinca, Elisa Casavecchia IMDb Score: 7.4/10
On My Skin is based on the events surrounding the death of Stefano Cucchi. His death led to one of the most controversial Italian court cases in recent history.
Stefano Cucchi was a building surveyor that was caught in possession of high-class drugs. During his time in custody in the Regina Coeli prison, Stefano dies under mysterious circumstances. This leads to his family to start a legal battle to find out the truth of Stefano’s death.
4. The Ballad of Buster Scruggs
Debuted: November 16th Genre: Comedy, Drama Director: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen Cast: Tim Blake Nelson, Willie Watson, Liam Neeson, Brendan Gleeson, James Franco IMDb Score: 7.4/10
The famous director sibling partnership of the Coen brothers first Netflix Original was incredibly well received by audiences. Both brothers have had a long illustrious 3-decade career since the release of Blood Sample in 1984. Proving to audiences worldwide they still have what it takes, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs is one of their best to date.
Set across six chapters, each story tells the tale of life on the western frontier. A sharpshooter, a bank robber, travelling performers, a prospector, a traveller and a motley crew all experience life in the west with its own tragedies, ironies and success.
3. On Body and Soul
Debuted: February 2nd Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance Director: Ildiko Enyedi Cast: Géza Morcsányi, Alexandra Borbély, Zoltán Schneider, Ervin Nagy IMDb Score: 7.6/10
On Body and Soul did fantastic as it was nominated for an Oscar at the 2018 academy awards for Best Foreign Language Film. Not bad for a director who hadn’t created a film in over 18 years. A visual beauty in its making, its sincerity towards loneliness and love can be credited for how well the film was received.
Two shy and socially awkward co-workers Maria and Endre form a special bond through a mysterious mystic connection that manifests in a dream.
2. Happy as Lazzaro
Debuted: November 30th Genre: Drama Director: Alice Rohrwacher Cast: Adriano Tardiolo, Agnese Graziani, Luca Chikovani, Alba Rohrwacher, Sergi Lopez IMDb Score: 7.6/10
Happy as Lazzaro is the 2nd Italian Original to feature in the top 10, and at a solid second best is arguably one of best films Netflix has released this year. Before arriving on Netflix the film debuted at the Cannes film festival and was released to select theatres to Italian audiences.
On an Italian tobacco farm ruled by the “Queen of Cigarettes,” a young simple farmhand named Lazzaro dutifully follows her every whim, in spite of the poor treatment his fellow farmers receive. When Lazzaro befriends the marquis Tancredi, he is roped into staging a kidnapping of Tancredi.
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1. Maktub
Debuted: June 15th Genre: Comedy, Drama Director: Oded Raz Cast: Guy Amir, Hanan Savyon, Chen Amsalem, Edna Bliliious, Itzik Cohen IMDb Score: 7.7/10
Going by the current IMDb ratings Maktub would be the highest rated Israeli film of all time alongside fellow film Avanti Popolo. While the film may not be as known to the wider Netflix audience, for those that have had the pleasure to view it have thoroughly enjoyed it. The film is also been called ‘The biggest Israeli blockbuster since 1986’, so when you find the time why not give the highest rated Original a watch!
After the criminal pair of Chuma and Steve survive a terrorist attack, they both have an epiphany and change their former criminal ways. Becoming flesh and blood angels, the pair travels around the streets of Jerusalem fulfilling wishes of the civilians and placing the requests between the sacred stones of the Wailing Wall.
So there you have it folks all the highest rated Originals of 2018 according to IMDb! What Originals have you watched this year? Let us know in the comments below!
