As I've said quite often, we're in the golden age of Television. And this year did nothing to question that claim. With new shows and extended seasons all the same, this was the year of online streaming. Even if that means a different service for every channel with a dime to offer. But until there's a clear winner, competition is good. Although that's not the point of this post. It is to give a concise list of the shows I enjoyed this year and you might want to watch too.
This list is in no perceivable order, even though I enjoyed some shows more than others. The ones that I'd recommend to absolutely EVERYONE have a star next to them. Happy reading!
ATLANTA
If there's any show that defines poignant dark humor, it's this one. Surreal in places, absurdly hilarious in others. Darius will become your new favorite character, and Earn the most relatable. I suggest firing this show up and going along the journey with Donald Glover's brainchild.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0_U8ca4040
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/
THE CROWN
Netflix's highest budget(£100 million)rendition of Queen Elizabeth the second's rise to Queenhood is a fascinating and gripping show that has great dialogues rivaled only by the fictionalised events of truth. I expect the show to amass a greater following once season 2 airs. This is the kind of feminism I can wholeheartedly get behind. It's one of the better Netflix Originals and I'd recommend it to everyone who loves good dramas.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWtnJjn6ng0
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4786824/fullcredits/
HUMANS (season 2)
A show about artificial intelligence and sentience, it's not the only one on the list. But its hard hitting questions will provide for the lack of high production value action. I urge you to watch this one just to see how humans would logically react to synth consciousness.
One side note, its intro track is one of the best I've seen in years and you should totally check it out.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV8qFeZxZPE
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4122068/
BETTER CALL SAUL (season 2)
For a spin-off that was both highly anticipated as well as doubtful in its capability to carry on the legacy of a masterpiece, Better Call Saul delivers right on the punch. It's a mellow comedy drama that might not be ha ha funny for the most part, but continues to be hilarious nonetheless. Certainly not for everyone, but if you like the first episode, then it only gets better.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN4oydykJFc
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032476/
WESTWORLD ⋆
With a talented cast as well as skilled showrunners, this new show from HBO is rumored to be their attempt at filling the potential void once Game of Thrones end next year. And you know what, it totally succeeds. The acting, from the supremely talented Anthony Hopkins to relatively unknown Louis Herthum is perfect. HBO couldn't have chosen a more precise cast.
A show about a futuristic theme park where rich megalomaniacs go to satisfy their power fantasy, there are engrossing critiques of what it means to be human. And why humanity isn't the benchmark we should judge all lifeforms by.
If Sci-fi, suspense, or world building highly immersive shows are your cup of tea, then this will fit right in. And even if they aren't, I think this is a show everyone will enjoy in one way or the other.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuS5huqOND4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/
BLACK MIRROR ⋆ (season 3)
In another satisfying season of the black humor satire show that's both hard to describe as well as recommend casually, this is one of the shows that will make you question your core beliefs. Named after the reflection after the episode is finished and you're left staring at the black screen in front of you wondering where to go from there, this is one of the brilliant masterpieces.
Dense to get into, beginners might find the episode "15 Million Merits" easier to digest before going on the depressive journey that is Black Mirror.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jROLrhQkK78
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/
BOJACK HORSEMAN (season 3)
Aah Bojack Horseman. Great for a night of introspection and depression. This show is as dark as it is funny. Looking at a few stills, you might be mistaken to believe that it's another run-of-the-mill Family Guy-esque lol so random humor cartoon. And oh boy, you'd be so so wrong.
This show symbolizes what I think is a show that leaves you thinking about the world and yourself days after you've finished watching it. And with such a thoughtful artstyle, every time you rewatch it, a new detail pops out making the experience just that much better.
This certainly isn't the show for people who want a casual something to watch while they eat their dinner. Existential dread and nihilism are thrown around like sprinkels on an icecream. If that sounds like something you'd like, then it's already something you'll love
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1eJMig5Ik4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3398228/
PREACHER
A comic that had been notoriously hard to interpret well into the television form comes this adaptation. And after the first 5 episodes of nothing making sense you might believe it too, but stick with the absolute chaos that is Preacher and you'll be rewarded with one of the best comic adaptations ever. With its shocking ending that is guaranteed to leave you wide-faced, it marks the perfect opening season for a show as complex as Preacher,
Preacher might just have the most fun and interesting cast in any of the TV shows of 2016.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gueM4VilVE
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5016504/
PEAKY BLINDERS (season 3)
The new season of a show about the rise of the Shelby Brothers. Although it falters in places, it's still a very strong show that will enamor you with its charm and Tommy Shelby's wits. The first season is nothing short of brilliant, and the intensity is only heightened by the arrival of Tom Hardy.
Its gorgeous cinematography is another reason why the masterfully crafted events of Thomans Shelby's mind shine even brighter
If you love British dramas packed with suspense and mind traps then you'll be very satisfied. Satisfied indeed.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwXfVGjSz-4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2442560/
This list is in no perceivable order, even though I enjoyed some shows more than others. The ones that I'd recommend to absolutely EVERYONE have a star next to them. Happy reading!
If there's any show that defines poignant dark humor, it's this one. Surreal in places, absurdly hilarious in others. Darius will become your new favorite character, and Earn the most relatable. I suggest firing this show up and going along the journey with Donald Glover's brainchild.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0_U8ca4040
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/
Netflix's highest budget(£100 million)rendition of Queen Elizabeth the second's rise to Queenhood is a fascinating and gripping show that has great dialogues rivaled only by the fictionalised events of truth. I expect the show to amass a greater following once season 2 airs. This is the kind of feminism I can wholeheartedly get behind. It's one of the better Netflix Originals and I'd recommend it to everyone who loves good dramas.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWtnJjn6ng0
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4786824/fullcredits/
A show about artificial intelligence and sentience, it's not the only one on the list. But its hard hitting questions will provide for the lack of high production value action. I urge you to watch this one just to see how humans would logically react to synth consciousness.
One side note, its intro track is one of the best I've seen in years and you should totally check it out.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV8qFeZxZPE
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4122068/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN4oydykJFc
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032476/
WESTWORLD ⋆
With a talented cast as well as skilled showrunners, this new show from HBO is rumored to be their attempt at filling the potential void once Game of Thrones end next year. And you know what, it totally succeeds. The acting, from the supremely talented Anthony Hopkins to relatively unknown Louis Herthum is perfect. HBO couldn't have chosen a more precise cast.
A show about a futuristic theme park where rich megalomaniacs go to satisfy their power fantasy, there are engrossing critiques of what it means to be human. And why humanity isn't the benchmark we should judge all lifeforms by.
If Sci-fi, suspense, or world building highly immersive shows are your cup of tea, then this will fit right in. And even if they aren't, I think this is a show everyone will enjoy in one way or the other.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuS5huqOND4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/
In another satisfying season of the black humor satire show that's both hard to describe as well as recommend casually, this is one of the shows that will make you question your core beliefs. Named after the reflection after the episode is finished and you're left staring at the black screen in front of you wondering where to go from there, this is one of the brilliant masterpieces.
Dense to get into, beginners might find the episode "15 Million Merits" easier to digest before going on the depressive journey that is Black Mirror.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jROLrhQkK78
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/
Aah Bojack Horseman. Great for a night of introspection and depression. This show is as dark as it is funny. Looking at a few stills, you might be mistaken to believe that it's another run-of-the-mill Family Guy-esque lol so random humor cartoon. And oh boy, you'd be so so wrong.
This show symbolizes what I think is a show that leaves you thinking about the world and yourself days after you've finished watching it. And with such a thoughtful artstyle, every time you rewatch it, a new detail pops out making the experience just that much better.
This certainly isn't the show for people who want a casual something to watch while they eat their dinner. Existential dread and nihilism are thrown around like sprinkels on an icecream. If that sounds like something you'd like, then it's already something you'll love
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1eJMig5Ik4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3398228/
A comic that had been notoriously hard to interpret well into the television form comes this adaptation. And after the first 5 episodes of nothing making sense you might believe it too, but stick with the absolute chaos that is Preacher and you'll be rewarded with one of the best comic adaptations ever. With its shocking ending that is guaranteed to leave you wide-faced, it marks the perfect opening season for a show as complex as Preacher,
Preacher might just have the most fun and interesting cast in any of the TV shows of 2016.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gueM4VilVE
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5016504/
The new season of a show about the rise of the Shelby Brothers. Although it falters in places, it's still a very strong show that will enamor you with its charm and Tommy Shelby's wits. The first season is nothing short of brilliant, and the intensity is only heightened by the arrival of Tom Hardy.
Its gorgeous cinematography is another reason why the masterfully crafted events of Thomans Shelby's mind shine even brighter
If you love British dramas packed with suspense and mind traps then you'll be very satisfied. Satisfied indeed.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwXfVGjSz-4
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2442560/
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