Sex Education (2019)
▸ Must watch
Sex Education is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix.
The verdict
Sex Education landed among the stronger English series of its release window. It carries an 8.2/10 on TMDB across 8,009 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. In New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix.
Is it worth starting?
This is 4 seasons deep — English comedy with a drama streak. That score holds across 8,009 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.2/10 across 8,009 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Inexperienced Otis channels his sex therapist mom when he teams up with rebellious Maeve to set up an underground sex therapy clinic at school.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Laurie Nunn
Cast
Asa Butterfield
Otis Milburn
Gillian Anderson
Jean Milburn
Ncuti Gatwa
Eric Effiong
Emma Mackey
Maeve Wiley
Kedar Williams-Stirling
Jackson Marchetti
Thaddea Graham
Sarah 'O' Owens
Where to watch in New Zealand
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Sex Education worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.2/10 on audience ratings. This is 4 seasons deep — English comedy with a drama streak. That score holds across 8,009 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Where can I watch Sex Education?
You can stream Sex Education in New Zealand on Netflix.
Is Sex Education family friendly?
Sex Education is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Sex Education in?
Sex Education is an English series (Comedy / Drama).