11 Shows Similar to Baby Reindeer and How to Watch Them

Spoiler warning: This article discusses certain explicit plot details of "The Little Northern Reindeer," so be cautious if you haven't watched the show yet.

Scottish comedian Richard Gadd drew inspiration from the most painful and unstable moments of his life to create an acclaimed one-man show titled "The Junior Northern Deer." This play was later adapted into an original Netflix series in 2024, with Gadd writing the script and starring in the lead role. The show reached the top position on the platform, received a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and sparked both enthusiasm and disappointment among viewers worldwide, including Stephen King.

If you've already watched all seven episodes of the series and want to explore other projects that tackle similar complex themes, keep the following tips in mind.

“You” (2018-2024)

The plot of "You" centers around a young man (played by Penn Badgley) who is willing to do anything to achieve the love he believes he deserves.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":The main plot of "The Younger Reindeer" involves Donny Dan (Ged) battling an obsessed stalker named Martha (Jessica Gunning). A similarly intriguing series about stalking is "You," which is presented from the perspective of the stalker themselves.

Watch "You" on Netflix.

“Roi” (2023)

This story follows a young woman (played by Emmy nominee Dominique Fishback) whose obsession with a popular pop musician begins to have a destructive impact on her life.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":A dangerous situation that Donnie finds himself in unfolds against the backdrop of his desire to become a comedian, and "Roy" — an Amazon Prime miniseries — also tells a story of obsession, but its main character embarks on a peculiar hunt for a celebrity of Beyoncé's caliber.

Watch "Roi" on Amazon Prime.

“Conflict” (2023)

The events unfold around two characters: a contractor (played by Emmy-winner Steven Yeun) and the husband of a successful artist (played by Emmy-winner Ali Wong), whose lives are drastically changed after a chance incident on the road.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":Donnie's situation with Martha begins with a chance encounter, which somewhat echoes the comedic-dramatic conflict that arises between the characters Yoon and Wong in another well-known Netflix miniseries — "Conflict," which is undoubtedly one of the best shows from A24.

Watch "Conflict" on Netflix.

“Decline” (2013-2016)

A London detective (played by Emmy-winner Gillian Anderson) travels to Belfast to investigate a series of brutal murders, which turn out to have been committed by a charismatic husband and father (played by Jamie Dornan).

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":Donnie's relationship with Martha is conflictual and hostile, but gradually it takes on a more complex dynamic, reminiscent of the cat-and-mouse game between the characters Anderson and Dornan in the famous British crime series "The Fall."

• Watch "Decline" on Amazon Prime.
• Watch "Decline" on Tubi.
• Watch "Decline" on Pluto TV.

“Based on true events” (2023-present)

A real estate agent (played by Kaley Cuoco) and her husband, a former tennis player (played by Chris Messina), begin to suspect their new acquaintance of being a murderer and decide to launch a true crime podcast.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":An interesting aspect of Donnie and Martha's relationship is how he sometimes deceives himself by allowing her to stay in his life despite her danger; this refers to the plot of "Based on a True Story" — a dark comedy exclusively available to Peacock subscribers.

Watch "Based on True Events" on Peacock.

“I Can Destroy You” (2020)

A young woman (played by Michaela Coel) is trying to come to terms with the realization that she has become a victim of sexual violence on a night she can barely remember.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":One of the most discussed and shocking episodes of "The Little Northern Reindeer" concerns Donnie's experience with sexual violence, which bears similarities to the plot of the Emmy-winning HBO series "I May Destroy You" — another dramedy inspired by the creator's own experiences.

Watch "I Can Destroy You" on Max.

“Wandering Ghost” (2016-2019)

A smart woman (played by Emmy-winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge) faces the challenges of growing up and personal life in modern England.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":Like "The Little Northern Reindeer," "The Wandering Ghost" is a drama with elements of comedy, based on a similar stand-up show, exploring the personal traumas of the main character (played by the creator herself), who also narrates the story, breaking the fourth wall at various moments.

Watch "The Wandering Ghost" on Amazon Prime.

"Dirty John" (2018-2020)

The first season tells the story of two young women who suspect their mother's new boyfriend, while the second focuses on the crime of Betty Broderick.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":In "Dirty John," you can see many shocking true stories about unstable relationships; it's an original anthology series from USA, originally inspired by the podcast of the same name.

• Watch "Dirty John" on Netflix.
• Buy "Dirty John" on Amazon.

“Can I trust you with a secret?” (2024)

The plot revolves around a mysterious and dangerous cyberstalker, told from the perspective of the victims and those who tried to catch the criminal.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":One of the most high-profile stalking cases in England is described in "Can I Trust You with a Secret?" — a two-part documentary series about crimes that was also exclusively released on Netflix in 2024.

Watch "Can I Trust You with a Secret?" on Netflix.

“Wedding Season” (2022)

Former lovers (played by Gavin Drea and Rosa Salazar) reunite after a shocking tragedy.

Why you should watch this series if you enjoyed "The Young Northern Reindeer":If "The Junior Northern Reindeer" has sparked your interest in other works by Richard Gadd, you can find him in another British comedy series with dark undertones called "Wedding Season," which is available on Hulu subscription.

Watch "Wedding Season" on Hulu.

Pour yourself a cup of tea and enjoy these shows similar to "Young Northern Deer." Inspiration awaits!