Netflix fans have been raving about a series deemed totally gripping. Viewers are staying awake all night to binge it all because they simply can't stop watching itKatie-Ann Gupwell12:12, 01 Jul 2026Updated 12:12, 01 Jul 2026There's nothing quite like discovering a fresh and compelling series to get stuck into, and a particular show has left viewers binging through the night. The Netflix series has had audiences completely hooked, with many confessing they were utterly powerless to switch it off.‌The programme was previously thrust into the spotlight on Reddit when a user was on the hunt for viewing recommendations, and the post sparked a great deal of conversation. One TV show appeared to have people instantly captivated, with scores of viewers singing its praises and urging others to give it a chance, insisting it won't leave them disappointed.‌It's not the only series to have had people gripped recently, either. Previously, another Netflix title kept viewers awake until 3am due to its quality.‌The social media user wrote: "TV shows that made you stay up all night on a weekday because you just couldn't stop?" The post generated a considerable buzz, with many eager to share their opinions.While several titles were put forward, one kept cropping up. One viewer simply responded: "Maid. It's a Netflix limited series with only 10 episodes, but boy did it consume my life for those 10 episodes."‌Elsewhere across social media, the show has attracted widespread acclaim, with viewers clearly besotted with it. Another said: "Just finished watching Maid on Netflix, and just...WOW. It might be my favourite Netflix show of all time."A different person replied: "We actually just finally watched that last weekend. A+ acting all around for sure."Someone else added: "They did a great job with that one. So good."‌Another viewer noted: "The first episode made me feel so anxious. I was in tears by the end. I've kept watching and have enjoyed it more with each episode."It's abundantly clear that the show has won over a huge number of devoted fans. If you've yet to tune in, this could well be one to add to your watch-list.What's the plot?For those unfamiliar with it, Maid is an American drama limited series, produced for Netflix by Molly Smith Metzler. It draws from Stephanie Land's memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive.‌The story follows a young mother who flees an abusive relationship and struggles to provide for her daughter by taking up work cleaning houses. Despite landing on the platform back in 2021, it remains enormously popular to this day.On top of that, it garnered considerable critical praise. Maid also went on to become Netflix's fourth most-watched programme of the year at the time.It picked up three Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including an acting nod for Margaret Qualley, alongside three Golden Globe nominations. Qualley was further recognised with a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her performance.Article continues belowThe series remains available to stream, so it's certainly worth considering for your watch-list. The overwhelming consensus amongst viewers is that it's absolutely worth your time.