If you have ever heard the phrase “sex sells,” then you probably know how true that statement is and it’s no different for the streaming king Netflix. They know that while they can make great shows with complex and entertaining stories at the end of the day they will also have to make some interesting erotic films and TV shows to attract more viewers and to incentivize the current audience members to stay subscribed to the streaming service. This was proved by Netflix buying the 365 Days film series which stayed on Netflix’s Top 10 list for multiple weeks. That’s why we are here to tell you the sexiest movies and TV shows you can watch on Netflix right now.
Burning Betrayal (Movie)
Burning Betrayal is Netflix’s latest attempt at another erotic thriller and while it doesn’t do what Fatal Attraction did for the genre it does give us plenty of erotic content that you might find enjoyable. With an immensely attractive Giovanna Lancellotti, the Portuguese film is directed by Diego Freitas and it revolves around a recently heartbroken woman whose fiancé cheated on her. This revelation sends her down a dangerous path where she finds an attractive man.
The Naked Director (Series)
The Naked Director is one of the most acclaimed Japanese Netflix original series. Based on a non-fiction novel titled Zenra Kantoku Muranishi Toru Den by Nobuhiro Motohashi, the comedy-drama series is set in 1980s Japan and it revolves around a real-life figure named Toru Muranishi, as he takes on the giants of Japanese porn industry and even the government to revolutionize the industry. In the series, Muranishi’s life is filled with the highest of highs and lowest of lows, but for the fans of erotic content, The Naked Director offers much more than your average sex scenes, as it tries to mix them in with important character moments and builds off of them to tell a satisfying story.
Fake Profile (Series)
Created by Pablo Illanes, the Colombian drama series is a must-watch for erotic drama fans as it has the perfect circumstances for all of its steamy scenes. The Netflix original series revolves around Camilla, who opens up a sexy dating profile for herself to find the man of her dreams, and luckily she finds the man she had always hoped for only to find out that everything he told her about himself was a lie, even his name. Now, out for revenge, Camilla tries to make him pay for everything he did to her but she ends up being dragged into a life-threatening trap.
Easy (Series)
Created and directed by Joe Swanberg, Easy is an anthology series that explores different characters in each episode as they try to lead their lives in modern Chicago through the labyrinth of love, sex, and technology. Easy has many notable stars including Orlando Bloom, Marlin Ackerman, Jake Johnson, Dave Franco, Aya Cash, Emily Ratajkowski, and Jane Adams. Easy differentiates itself from your average drama with some sexual content because of its complex character-building and relatable conflicts that we all face daily.
What/If (Series)
If you have seen Indecent Proposal then this Netflix original series’ concept will be very familiar to you as it deals with the same issue just with a bit of gender reversal. Created by Mike Melley, the neo-noir thriller series revolves around a newly-wed San Fransisco couple who are looking for investors in their company. When a notorious investor offers to invest but in return she will have a night alone with her husband. This series explores the themes of betrayal, morality, and the consequences of one’s decisions. Starring Jane Levy and Blake Jenner in the lead roles with Renée Zellweger, Daniella Pineda, Dave Annable, and Keith Powers starring in supporting roles.
Fatal Seduction (Series)
Created by Steven Pillemer, the steamy South African Netflix original series titled Fatal Seduction quickly became a sensation on the streaming service because of all the intrigue surrounding the series. Based on a Mexican drama titled Dark Desire, the mystery crime-drama series revolves around a married woman who engages in a passionate extramarital affair on a weekend trip away from home, which meets a very tragic end causing her to question the ones around her. Fatal Seduction stars Kgomotso Christopher in the lead role with Prince Grootboom, Lunathi Mampofu, and Frances Sholto-Douglas starring in supporting roles.
Dark Desire (Series)
If you have already watched Fatal Seduction and then are coming on to Dark Desire, we have news for you. The South African Netflix series is a direct remake of Dark Desire and they have the same plot. In this series, our protagonist is named Alma Solares, who goes on a weekend trip where she ends up giving in to temptation and sleeps with another man. The affair ends in tragedy leading to suspecting the ones close to her. Dark Desire stars Maite Perroni in the lead role with Alejandro Speitzer, Catherine Siachoque, Regina Pavón, and Jorge Poza starring in supporting roles.
Obsession (Series)
Created by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm and Benji Walters, the Netflix original erotic thriller series titled Obsession is based on a 1991 novel titled Damage by Josephine Hart. The four-part miniseries series revolves around a renowned surgeon living in London with his picture-perfect family. His life goes into a complete tailspin after he starts an affair with his son’s fiancée that turns into a dangerous erotic obsession. Starring Richard Armitage and Charlie Murphy in the lead roles, Obsession also stars Indira Varma, Rish Shah, and Sonera Angel in supporting roles.
365 Days Film Series (Movie)
Based on a novel trilogy by Blanka Lipińska, the Netflix film series consists of three films directed by Barbara Białowąs and Tomasz Mandes. The extremely sexual film revolves around a Warsaw woman named Laura, who goes on a holiday trip to Sicily, where she meets a mafia boss named Massimo who kidnaps her and tells her that if she doesn’t fall in love with him in the next 365 days he will let her go. The trilogy follows the development of Laura and Massimo’s relationship and it stars Anna-Maria Sieklucka and Michele Morrone in the lead roles with Natalia Janoszek, Simone Susinna, and Natasza Urbańska starring in supporting roles.
You (Series)
Created by Greg Berlanti and Sera Gamble, the erotic thriller series titled You has to be one of the most enthralling series you will find on Netflix. Based on a book series by Caroline Kepnes, the Netflix series revolves around a bookstore clerk named Joe who seems like an ordinary guy falling in love with a beautiful but as we follow him further and further he turns out to be a dangerous stalker who tells himself that he is a true romantic willing to do anything for love. You stars Penn Badgley in the lead role with Elizabeth Lail, Victoria Pedretti, Shay Mitchell, and Jenna Ortega starring in supporting roles.
Behind Her Eyes (Series)
Behind Her Eyes is a British erotic thriller series created by Steve Lightfoot. Based on a 2017 novel of the same name by Sarah Pinborough, the Netflix series revolves around a single mother whose world starts to unravel after she starts a secret affair with his married psychiatrist boss. As if this wasn’t enough she later befriends his wife and this starts a twisted love triangle. Behind Her Eyes stars Eve Hewson, Simona Brown, and Tom Bateman in the lead roles with Robert Aramayo, Georgie Glen, Tyler Howitt, and Nichola Burley starring in supporting roles.
Bridgerton (Series)
One of the most popular series Netflix has to offer also fits in the list we are making today as it has some of the steamiest scenes you will find on the streaming service. Yes, we are talking about the series Bridgerton which tries to tell epic love stories during the Regency Era in England. Based on a book series of the same name by Julia Quinn and adapted for television by Chris Van Dusen, the Netflix series revolves around the Bridgerton siblings as they try to find love and happiness in their lives. Bridgerton stars Regé-Jean Page, Phoebe Dynevor, Simone Ashley, Nicola Coughlan, and Jonathan Bailey.
Sex/Life (Series)
Created by Stacy Rukeyser, Sex/Life is one of the sexiest shows on Netflix right now. Inspired by 44 Chapters About 4 Men by BB Easton, the Netflix series revolves around a suburban housewife Billie Connelly, who feels exhausted from taking care of her two young kids but the support from her loving husband is always appreciated by her. While Billie seems happy in her picture-perfect life she still hasn’t gotten over her previous life which was filled with her numerous sexual exploits and her ex-lover Brad who broke her heart. Sex/Life stars Sarah Shahi in the lead role of Billie Connelly, with Margaret Odette, Mike Vogel, and Adam Demos starring in supporting roles.