Netflix's success in the miniseries format has been particularly notable in recent years, yet the platform hosts many significant productions that have been critically acclaimed, such as Adolescence and Baby Reindeer. These series bridge the gap between cinema's high-budget productions and television's intrinsic storytelling, achieving great success both critically and commercially. However, beyond these widely recognized hits, the Netflix platform houses many excellent miniseries that have not received the same level of attention.

The biggest challenge of a single-season story is the lack of luxury to rekindle public interest with new seasons. Therefore, even the best miniseries are inevitably forgotten by the public. However, being forgotten does not diminish the excellence of these works, and they remain masterpieces in their own right. Even if they haven't gained popularity, they are worthy of rediscovery and appreciation. Here’s a compilation of these nearly perfect miniseries available on Netflix that are hardly remembered by anyone.

Directed by Mary Harrow and written by Sarah Polley, the Canadian production "Alias Grace" is adapted from Margaret Atwood's novel written in 1996. The series draws inspiration from real events that occurred in the 19th century, following the story of young maid Grace Marks, who is convicted for her involvement in a high-profile murder, as she recounts her tale to a psychiatrist assigned to assess her mental state. Sarah Gadon stars in the lead role, while Edward Holcroft, Rebecca Liddiard, Zachary Levi, Kerr Logan, David Cronenberg, Paul Gross, and Anna Paquin play supporting roles.

Today, while most viewers primarily recognize Margaret Atwood from "The Handmaid's Tale," this historical journey is just as powerful and chilling as the story of the approaching future. "Alias Grace" has been highly praised by critics for its gripping narratives, complex characters, and sharp social commentary. The series has received numerous accolades, including two Canadian Screen Awards and an Emmy nomination. "Unbelievable," on the other hand, is a crime drama adapted from T. Christian Miller and Ken Armstrong's Pulitzer Prize-winning news corner article and their book titled "A False Report," created by Susannah Grant, Ayelet Waldman, and Michael Chabon. Kaitlyn Dever portrays Marie Adler, an 18-year-old young woman. Marie's rape allegation is dismissed as false by the police, and the series follows her horrific experiences with law enforcement and the judicial system, as well as an investigation years later by two determined detectives (Toni Collette and Merritt Wever) searching for a serial rapist who could be responsible for Marie's assault.

"Unbelievable" is not an easy watch, but it is a series that more people should see. The show presents a powerful and painful narrative that illustrates how abuse victims are unjustly pursued by the systems designed to protect them, treating real events with nuance and sensitivity, honoring the struggles of the victims while sharply critiquing the dysfunctions of the justice system. Featuring one of Kaitlyn Dever's most impressive performances, "Unbelievable" is a crime drama that has been overlooked but remains relevant even today.

Created by Patrick Somerville and directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, "Maniac" loosely adapts the 2015 Norwegian series.