Fortunately, Netflix provides a handy archive of secret codes to help you find exactly what you want.
To access these codes, simply open your web browser and type ‘netflix.com/browse/genre/’ followed by the ID code of your choice.
These categories can be surprisingly specific, including options like Deep Sea Horror Movies (45028), Spicy Romance (81572628), and Steamy Romantic Movies (35800), depending on what suits your taste.
Netflix has compiled a starter pack to assist in discovering these ‘secret codes’, featuring a comprehensive list of options.
Asian Action Movies (77232)
Action Comedies (43040)
Comic Book and Superhero Movies (10118)
Military Action & Adventure (2125)
British TV Shows (52117)
Classic TV Shows (46553)
Crime TV Shows (26146)
Cult TV Shows (74652)
If you’re interested in films that wrap up in 90 minutes, the code you need is 81466194.
For those interested in shows like Sex Education, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Grace and Frankie, enter 81231348 at the end of the URL.
Dark Comedies (869)
Foreign Comedies (4426)
Late Night Comedies (1402)
Mockumentaries (26)
B-Horror Movies (8195)
Creature Features (6895)
Cult Horror Movies (10944)
Horror Comedy (89585)
For K-drama enthusiasts, there’s a specific code too: simply append 2953105 to your search. If you’re in the mood for a drama to kick off the week, go ahead and add 5763 to the URL.
For those wanting to dive deeper into genres, Netflix viewers can explore Classical Dramas (29809), tearjerkers (6384), and political dramas with the code 6616.
Tudum provides a clear breakdown of this helpful TV hack. The website remarks: “Your Netflix queue is always stacked with movies and shows to hit play on, but what you might not know is that there’s a hidden way to make that viewing experience even better.”