2024 has been a mixed year for Netflix, with moderate successes and few notable failures. Here are the 10 best Netflix movies of 2024, ranked from great to exceptional.

10. The Kitchen A thoughtful sci-fi drama co-directed by Daniel Kaluuya, set in a future London where social housing has nearly vanished. The story follows a father (Kane Robinson) whose plans to leave "The Kitchen" - the city's last social housing community - become complicated after meeting his estranged son.

11. The Shadow Strays This 143-minute action epic directed by Timo Tjahjanto follows an assassin (Aurora Ribero) on a mission to rescue a kidnapped boy. Notable for its brutally choreographed action sequences that blend influences from Kill Bill and John Wick while maintaining its unique style.

12. The Piano Lesson Malcolm Washington's impressive directorial debut adapts August Wilson's 1987 play with striking cinematography and powerful performances, particularly from Danielle Deadwyler. The film masterfully translates stage drama to screen while preserving the story's emotional core.

13. It's What's Inside Greg Jardin's innovative horror film follows college friends whose reunion spirals into chaos when they experiment with a body-swapping machine. The film combines clever plotting with a distinctive DIY visual style that enhances its dark, twisted narrative.

14. Carry-On Director Jaume Collet-Serra returns to form with this taut thriller starring Taron Egerton as a TSA agent forced into a Christmas Eve terrorist plot. The film successfully channels classic '90s action movies while maintaining modern production values.

15. The Remarkable Life of Ibelin This touching Norwegian documentary chronicles Mats Steen, who found community and purpose in World of Warcraft despite living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The film offers a hopeful perspective on digital connections in an increasingly online world.

16. His Three Daughters A nuanced family drama starring Elizabeth Olsen, Carrie Coon, and Natasha Lyonne as sisters dealing with their father's impending death. The film excels through its authentic portrayal of grief and family dynamics.

17. Woman of the Hour Anna Kendrick's directorial debut skillfully handles true-crime material, focusing on a 1970s serial killer who appeared on a dating show. The film maintains precision and depth while avoiding exploitation tropes.

18. Rebel Ridge Jeremy Saulnier's gripping thriller stars Aaron Pierre as a former marine fighting corrupt local police. The film builds exceptional tension through measured pacing and powerful performances.

19. Hit Man Richard Linklater's romantic crime comedy, based on true events, features Glen Powell as a professor moonlighting as a fake hitman. The film shines through Powell and Adria Arjona's chemistry, combining clever humor with genuine emotion to create Netflix's best offering of 2024.

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