7 Shows We Love

Now more than ever we are fortunate to have a number of blockbuster worthy television series to enjoy at the end of a long day or to simply ease our minds during these troubling times. With so many networks to choose from — Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, Disney + there is literally something for everyone. I find that so many options can make it really hard to settle on one show. Like most couples, Kiel and I have shows we watch together and shows we would each binge watch alone. I will never tire of Gilmore GirlsNew Girl, and Friends. If I were home alone these would be what I would have playing on the TV while I cook, clean, etc. Kiel on the other hand loves the OfficeBetter Call Saul, and Breaking Bad. On recent nights we are lucky if we watch an episode of a show before bed, but typically when the weekend comes around and Harry is sound asleep  we love to unwind to a good show together.
Sharing a roundup of our most recent favorites. They are listed in no particular order. When we run out of ideas of what to watch there is Game of Thrones. I’m not ashamed to admit we have watched the show three times leading up to the series finale.
1. The Morning Show (Apple TV): One of my favorite new shows I have watched in recent months, I am eagerly awaiting the second season. The season finale will have you on the edge of your seat. It stars two of my favorite actresses Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon.
2. Narcos (Netflix):  Based on true events with scenes fictionalized for television, this crime drama starts off in seasons 1 and 2 with the rise and fall of Pablo Escobar in Colombia and in later seasons (Narcos Mexico) shares the story of Miguel Felix Gallardo and the early beginnings of the war on drugs with Mexico. We started watching it after seeing American Made with Tom Cruise and became completely hooked. I found myself looking up every character (Most are real — some were invented for the purposes of the show) and real life events after an episode.
3. Curb Your Enthusiasm (HBO): This is our go to if we want a good chuckle. Larry David is absolutely ridiculous and it’s always a treat to see what situation he will find himself in next. You can really tell that everyone in the cast has so much fun with the show. Curb Your Enthusiasm has taken the antics to a whole new level this season.
4. Westworld  (HBO):  What does it mean to be human? This thrilling Sci Fi show set in the future explores artificial consciousness through a group of robots set to look, speak, think (to a predetermined capacity) like humans at an amusement park that caters to the whims of wealthy patrons looking for a unique experience. Created by Michael Crichton,  this show replaces dinosaurs with cowboys. There are so many twists, turns, and plots that I recommend watching closely. Excited to tune into the new season which just came out last week.
5. Downton Abbey:  I added this to my list because I finally finished the series in order to be able to watch the movie.  For the longest time I kept putting off watching the final season just because I didn’t want it to end. Always a great show to revisit. If anyone has any shows similar to this that they love please let me know.
6. Dark (Netflix): Kiel and I needed a show to watch after finishing the second season of Stranger Things a couple of years ago and a few of people had recommend Dark to us. While Stranger Things is nostalgic and fun, Dark is slightly darker with a much more complicated plot. It’s a German series that starts off with a boy who has gone missing in a small town with a history of missing children. There is a lot of time travel between the present, past, and future that showcases how four families in the show are connected throughout time and tragedy as a mystery that spans decades unravels. Like Westworld, every detail is important. There are so many layers to this show. Season 2 came out this Fall and we are really looking forward to Season 3.
7. The Mandalorian (Disney +): Two words — Baby Yoda. Set in the world of Star Wars in a galaxy far far away, this Star Wars series follows the adventures of a Mandalorian, a lone gunmen whose face we never see. He’s on a mission to protect a creature that looks just like baby Yoda simply referred to as the child. Similar to X Files some episodes seem to be one off adventures while others delve into a developing plot.
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  1. Bethany on March 24, 2020 at 7:03 pm

    As a fellow Downton fan who never wanted the show to finish, I recommend Poldark or Outlander. Downton is still, however, my favorite period piece.



  2. Noor on March 24, 2020 at 7:14 pm

    Yes to Westworld! 😀 Thanks for the tips!

    xo Noor
    http://www.nonstopnoor.com



  3. Margo on March 24, 2020 at 9:23 pm

    I just watched Season 2 of Downton Abby. I still enjoy that series. Thank you for the post.



  4. Cassandra on March 24, 2020 at 11:32 pm

    Downton is my favorite! Try Outlander. It’s SO good!



  5. Susan R. on March 25, 2020 at 1:55 am

    What is the delicious looking cocktail you have there?



  6. Tammy on March 25, 2020 at 2:49 am

    Downton Abby was so great! If you liked that show another show you might like is Peaky Blinders (on Netflix). It’s a bit darker than Downton but really good!



    • Sarah Vickers on March 26, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      I have heard great things about Peaky Blinders. Thank you!



  7. Stacey C. on March 26, 2020 at 2:28 am

    Outlander on STARZ and Heat of the Sun (1930s Kenya, British East Africa) on PBS Masterpiece are excellent.



    • Sarah Vickers on March 26, 2020 at 4:44 pm

      I appreciate the recs. I started the first season of Outlander and I liked it. I might have to pick it back up!



  8. Kelly on March 27, 2020 at 2:08 pm

    Such great recommendations, thank you!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes



  9. Michele on March 29, 2020 at 10:50 pm

    Thank you for this post. It is very timely while we have to spend time at home. Fashion and style have been my escape, and TV advice is great too!



  10. Becca B on April 17, 2020 at 4:08 am

    If you loved Downton, there is the BBC version of Emma and it’s so, so good. I named my corgi Mr. Knightly after the main character (and + if you love Jane Austen!).

    Also, The Paradise used to be on Netflix and is the same-ish time period. Loved it!



    • Sarah Vickers on April 20, 2020 at 4:20 pm

      Thanks so much for these suggestions!



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