Spanish filmmakers, including Guillermo del Toro, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, and Alfonso Cuarón, have created some of the best Spanish-language movies and TV shows of this century, winning Oscars and introducing the next generation of directors. The best Spanish movies and TV shows on streaming services offer a diverse range of genres and themes, including unconventional art experiences, scathing critiques of the film industry, telenovela remakes, and biopics that delve into controversial stories. Spanish-language programming has also been adapted and remade internationally, with shows like Metástasis (Colombian remake of Breaking Bad) and Grand Hotel (spinoff of Downton Abbey) finding success in different markets. This highlights the global appeal of Spanish movies and TV shows.

The best Spanish movies and TV shows on streaming services include some great offerings that, in some cases, surpass what is available from other countries, including the United States. The Spanish-speaking world has made several classics, both old and modern,...