The year 2022 marks Netflix's 25th anniversary. In the last decade, Netflix has paved the way for making it easier for people to stream their favorite TV shows and movies.

Today, almost half of Netflix's library consists of original programming. Netflix has invested around $17 billion to focus on producing original series and films.

Netflix original films aren't even tinned films starring actors or actresses we've never heard of.

So far, Netflix has produced many critically acclaimed Oscar-winning films such as Roma, Marriage Story, and The Power of the Dog.

New interesting original films also keep popping up and are quite worth-to-watch, such as Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Gray Man, and Don't Look Up.

Are you confused about which Netflix movie to watch first? Here we summarize the best Netflix original films of 2022 that you can use as references.

Persuasion

Dakota Johnson is the main character in the film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel of the same name, Persuasion. A story about true love and second chances that unfolds in a classic yet unique and modern story.

Do Revenge

Not satisfied with Riverdale? Or want to know what it would be like if Strangers on a Train was set in a high school in 2022? Do Revenge is the movie. There are Camila Mendes the 'Veronica Lodge' (Riverdale) and Maya Hawke the 'Robin Buckley' (Stranger Things) who are the protagonists.

Day Shift

Day Shift is a star-studded action-comedy that's guaranteed to keep you from moving. Jamie Foxx stars as a pool cleaner by day and a vampire hunter by night who struggles to make ends meet.

He works with Dave Franco who acts as his partner in hunting vampires. Still not enough? There's also a Snoop Dogg performance, you know. Curious about his acting skills?

The Weekend Away

Two young women named Beth and Kate travel to Croatia for a vacation. Until suddenly, everything turned out of control. After a night of drunkenness, Beth is suddenly thrust into a world of mystery when Kate disappears out of nowhere. Various tense scenes will keep you awake throughout the film.

Spiderhead

Based on the short story by George Saunders, this film, starring Chris Hemsworth, Miles Teller, and Jurnee Smollett, tells the story of people imprisoned in a penitentiary.

They volunteer themselves as guinea pigs for an experimental mind-altering drug in exchange for a reduced sentence. This dystopian sci-fi film will take you to a world you've never seen before.

The Gray Man

The most hit Netflix movie this year is none other than The Gray Man. Led by Ryan Gosling and directed by Anthony and Joe Russo who are famous for their Marvel films, Gosling plays Sierra Six, a secret agent who resembles a superhero.

Various eye-pleasing acts are also presented with the addition of Chris Evans, Regé-Jean Page, and Ana de Armas as stars. Due to the huge success it achieved, The Gray Man has even been tapped for sequels and spin-offs.

Metal Lords

Two people 'outcast' at a high school played by Jaeden Martell and Adrian Greensmith decide to form a metal band and compete in the battle of the band at their school.

But it turns out, forming a band to be successful is not easy, even with members who incidentally are friends. This film will take us back to the nostalgia-filled high school days.

Senior Year

Rebel Wilson's latest comedy film is highly recommended for those of you who want to relax while watching something interesting. Wilson plays a grown woman who has to return to high school due to an unfortunate accident. As a result, a row of strange and funny pranks ensued.

The Sea Beast

This film from Chris Williams, directed by Moana presents a classic tale of fantasy and adventure. In a world where sea monsters lurk everywhere, a brave sailor and monster hunter named Jacob Holland sets out on the action.

One day while hunting for monsters, Holland meets a young girl who is a stowaway. The two of them finally embark on an epic adventure together.

Love and Leashes

This Korean romantic comedy gives a new twist on romance at work. Seohyun, a member of the very popular K-pop girl band Girls' Generation, plays an office worker named Jung Ji-Woo.

He likes his co-worker, Jung Ji-Hoo, played by Lee Jun-Young. When he finds out that his crush has a BDSM fetish, he ventures into this unusual new relationship.