As anyone with chronic pain or fatigue knows, having quality entertainment is essential. I find that when I cannot leave the house, I am comforted by being able to live vicariously through television and movies. In a later post, I will list some of the “classic” binge worthy shows that I have enjoyed, but I will occasionally do a post like this to capture current TV trends. I’ll do my best to summarize (without spoilers) and would love to hear about what you’re watching too!
*Disclaimer* My taste tends to skew more towards comedy. I don’t know if the whole “laughter is the best medicine” is true, but when I am already feeling crummy, I don’t want a show to make me cry.
You (Netflix)
Fans of Gossip Girl will relish in the opportunity to see Lonely Boy Dan Humphrey take his admiration for a lackluster blonde to the next level. If there is one thing this show does better than make you terrified of the possibility that the guy you spoke to for 3 seconds at Starbucks this morning may now be stalking you, its making you sympathize with the villain by seeing the world from his perspective. This show has been one of the most talked-about series recently and while it is a little slow to start, it picks up mid-season and finishes strong.
Russian Doll (Netflix)
This is quite possibly the best thing I have watched in years. Natasha Lyonne stars as Nadia, a woman who keeps dying and waking up back at her 36th birthday party. Watching the trailer, you think you know what you’re about to watch and for the first 3 episodes, you’re right. However, episode 4 completely changes the game and the back end of the 8-episode series will leave you laughing, crying, and perpetually in suspense for what comes next.
The Bodyguard (Netflix)
Not the type of show I would typically tune in for, but the promise of Richard Madden (aka Robb Stark, true King of the North) as a dedicated armed officer in the middle of a political conspiracy lured me in. Additionally, it addresses political tensions that are happening all over the world in a unique and interesting way. If you’re a fan of action, mysteries, or men with British accents – this one is for you.
Archer (Hulu)
An oldie, but a goodie. I hesitated to save this one for my “classics” list, but I just recently re-watched the whole series (up to the new season airing this year) and found it all still so funny that I needed to share. The series follows international spy Sterling Archer and the office ensemble that staffs his headquarters. It is definitely not your typical “spy show”, as the shenanigans that ensue will leave you doubled over. While animated, the characters are so human and flawed that you won’t notice.
Sex Education (Netflix)
Still working on this one, but so far enjoying it. Reminiscent of teen movies past, this show follows a high school student figuring out his own sexuality while surrounded by hormones. The interesting spin being that his mother is a sex therapist and he begins dispensing the wisdom she instilled in him to his classmates. At times cringey, this show brings back the memories you are trying to forget about high school and is overall pretty cute.
Yummy Mummies (Netflix)
For the reality fans out there, this is best described as an Australian “Real Housewives” with a strongly gestational flair. The show follows three pregnant best friends in Melbourne who run a hot mom Instagram account. They face competition from a new hot mom Instagram account started by a woman in Adelaide. Very scripted, very contrite, but the cute babies in the end make it worth it.
