Dark drama TV series to watch on Netflix if you liked BBC’s Pretty Little Liars

The first month of the new year has almost come to an end.

And as we remain in the third national lockdown – there’s not much else to do other than stay in and stick the telly on.

One show that’s been keeping the nation entertained is Pretty Little Liars – a series that began in 2010 but is currently available on BBC iPlayer.

The series follows the story of four friends who work together against an enemy with a hidden identity.

They threaten to reveal their deepest, darkest secrets.

While battling against the secret foe, they also begin to look into the disappearance of one of their best friends.

There are seven series of the show that are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

But if you’ve already binge-watched your way through those – there’s plenty of other options waiting for you on Netflix.

We’ve compiled a list of similar dark teen dramas and murder mystery series that are all available on the streaming platform.

13 Reasons Why (2017)

Back in 2017, 13 Reasons Why was released on Netflix and quickly gained a cult following.

The mystery teen drama series is based on the lives of a group of high school students.

Covering topics including suicide and rape, the story follows teenager Clay Jensen as his goes on an emotional quest to uncover the reason why his classmate and crush, Hannah, ended her life.

There are four seasons of 13 Reasons Why to watch on Netflix.

There is also a documentary called Beyond The Reasons that shows the cast, writers, producers and mental health experts touching on the topics raised in the series.

Dare Me (2019)

In this dark Netflix Original series, relationships are strained and loyalties are tested when a new cheerleading coach takes over the high school team.

Dare Me is based on Megan Abbott’s 2012 book of the same name.

The series stars Willa Fitzgerald, Herizen Guardiola and Mario Kelly.

There are 10 episodes currently available to stream on Netflix.

How to Get Away with Murder (2014)

Starring Viola Davis, How to Get Away with Murder is based on the story of a group of law students and their brilliant criminal defence professor as they become entangled in a twisted murder that reshapes their lives.

Alongside Davis, the series also stars Billy Brown and Jack Falahee.

There are six seasons to catch up with on Netflix. Each season contains 15 episodes.

Riverdale (2017)

Riverdale follows the story of a group of high school students who set out to unravel the secrets of the town following the death of their classmate Jason.

Created by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, the series stars K.J. Apa, Lili Reinhart and Camila Mendes.

There are five seasons available to stream on Netflix.

The A List (2018)

In chilling drama series The A List, a group of teens go to a remote island for summer camp.

But a plot entangled in mystery, romance and rivalry unravels.

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The series stars Lisa Ambalavanar, Ellie Duckles and Savannah Baker.

There are 13 episodes to watch in the first series on Netflix.

The Mess You Leave Behind (2020)

Starting a fresh chapter of her life, a teacher begins her new job at a local high school.

But, following on from a suspicious death which occurred at the school just weeks before her arrival, the grounds are haunted and she begins to fear for her life.

There is one series of this suspenseful Spanish TV show with eight 40 to 50 minute episodes.