Shows similar to Outer Banks

With a group of young friends facing extraordinary circumstances, Stranger Things shares the core of camaraderie and adventure with Outer Banks. Its supernatural elements and nostalgic 80s setting provide a similar blend of intrigue and excitement.

Riverdale offers a mixture of teenage drama and dark, mysterious undercurrents in a seemingly quiet town. Fans of Outer Banks who are drawn to its slow unraveling of secrets and young ensemble cast might also be captivated by Riverdale's twists and turns.

One Tree Hill centers around two half-brothers and a close-knit group of friends navigating life's hurdles together. It combines the element of personal and family drama against a backdrop of small-town dynamics that viewers of Outer Banks may find familiar.

Bloodline presents a family drama steeped in secrets and lies in the Florida Keys. Like Outer Banks, it offers a sun-soaked setting with a dark underbelly, making it compelling for fans of the high-stakes family dynamics and the lure of a tropical backdrop.

Featuring a coming-of-age story set in a coastal town, Dawson's Creek might resonate with Outer Banks fans who appreciate teen drama centered around friendship, love, and self-discovery, along with the charm of a water-adjacent setting.

The Society features a group of teenagers who must forge their own society after the mysterious disappearance of everyone else in their town. The themes of survival, mystery, and group dynamics echo the experiences of the characters in Outer Banks.

The Wilds follows a group of girls stranded on a deserted island, where survival and mystery intertwine—a great choice for viewers who enjoy Outer Banks' elements of adventure, the complexity of human relationships, and the struggle for survival.