If you're anything like me, you probably binged Riverdale for the mystery, the romance, and the wild twists that kept us guessing (and sometimes confused). But now that it's over—you're hunting for something similar. Don't worry, I've got you. Here's a list of 12 shows that bring the drama, suspense, and messy teen relationships you crave.
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina – "Dark Magic in Greendale"
A half-witch, half-mortal teenager struggles to balance her dual nature while fighting evil forces that threaten her, her family, and the daylight world humans inhabit. Dark, witchy, and hauntingly stylish. If you loved Riverdale's eerie vibes and twisted family drama, you'll feel right at home in Greendale. Plus, it's from the same creators, so expect a lot of overlapping energy.
Watch on Netflix or Amazon Prime
Gossip Girl – "Upper East Side Scandal"
An anonymous blogger reveals the scandalous lives of Manhattan's elite upper-class teenagers, exposing their secrets, hookups, and betrayals for all to see. Whether you go with the original or the reboot, Gossip Girl delivers scandal, secrets, and betrayal in a high-glam New York setting. Think Riverdale but with designer clothes and Upper East Side drama.
One of Us Is Lying – "Detention Turned Deadly"
Five high school students walk into detention, but only four walk out alive. Everyone is a suspect, and everyone has something to hide in this murder mystery. A high school detention turns deadly when one student dies—and everyone else has a motive. This one's a blend of Pretty Little Liars and Riverdale with a whodunnit twist that'll keep you guessing.
Watch on Netflix
Elite – "Spanish Prep School Drama"
When three working-class teens enroll in an exclusive private school in Spain, the clash between them and the wealthy students leads to murder. Murder, sex, betrayal, and rich kids behaving badly in a Spanish private school. It's sleek, scandalous, and addicting—think Riverdale meets Euphoria with subtitles.
Watch on Netflix
Outer Banks – "Treasure Hunt Thrills"
On an island where wealth divides society, a group of working-class teens called "Pogues" hunt for a legendary treasure linked to the disappearance of their leader's father. A treasure hunt, a missing father, and class wars between "Pogues" and "Kooks." It's got mystery, danger, and a lot of shirtless summer drama—perfect if you're craving adventure with your angst.
Watch on Netflix
The Society – "Teen Town Takeover"
A group of teenagers mysteriously find themselves in a version of their wealthy New England town with no trace of their parents or any other adults, forcing them to create their own society with dire consequences. Imagine your town suddenly cut off from the rest of the world—with no adults. That's the setup for The Society, and what follows is pure chaos, power struggles, and moral dilemmas.
Watch on Netflix
Nancy Drew – "Supernatural Sleuthing"
A brilliant teenage detective and her friends solve murders in their small town while confronting increasingly supernatural and paranormal mysteries. She's not the squeaky-clean detective from the books anymore. This Nancy sees ghosts, uncovers secrets, and gets tangled in a supernatural murder mystery—very Riverdale core.
Watch on Max
Shadowhunters – "Demon Hunters Among Us"
When ordinary teenager Clary Fray discovers she comes from a line of human-angel hybrids who hunt demons, she is thrust into a dangerous shadow world filled with supernatural beings. Demon hunters, ancient bloodlines, and forbidden romance. If you loved the fantasy bits in Riverdale (think Gryphons & Gargoyles era), you'll get into this world of magic and mayhem.
The Vampire Diaries – "Supernatural Teen Drama"
A teenage girl finds herself caught between two vampire brothers—one good, one evil—while supernatural events plague her small town of Mystic Falls. Vampires, witches, and love triangles—this one basically wrote the blueprint for modern supernatural teen drama. You'll fall hard for the characters and all the twists that come with them.
Watch on Netflix
Pretty Little Liars – "Secrets and Lies"
Four friends receive threatening messages from someone named "A" who knows all their secrets a year after their friend Alison's disappearance. The OG teen mystery. Secrets, anonymous threats, and stylish liars with dark pasts. It's messy, addictive, and every episode leaves you with more questions than answers—sound familiar?
Watch on Hulu or Amazon Prime
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin – "Horror-Tinged Mystery"
Twenty years after a series of tragic events, a group of teenage girls finds themselves targeted by a new "A" who makes them pay for the secret sins of their mothers. A fresh, darker take on the PLL universe from the same creators as Riverdale. New girls, new secrets, and a deadly "A" who's even scarier than the original. It leans into horror more, but the drama still slaps.
Watch on Hulu or Amazon Prime