I thought for todays post, that I would focus on some recommendations of some binge-worthy TV shows as a means of getting through this latest lockdown!
During the first lockdown and in the time since then, with all of the tiers and further lockdowns and unable to leave the house, I have watched a lot of TV to keep me occupied!
COMEDY
Staged – BBC and Netflix - Starring David Tennant and Michael Sheen. This show is primarily done through web cams, and shows Michael and David rehearsing a play over video calls during the first lockdown. it was one of my highlights to watch, and has recently started a 2nd series, which I've already watched, and thought it was just as good as the first!
Derry Girls - Netflix/Channel 4 - Set in Derry, Northern Ireland in the 1990s, Derry Girls shows 5 teenagers navigating their teen years with their families during the Derry Troubles. It currently only has 2 seasons, season 3 was postponed due to Covid, but is hilariously funny, and well worth a watch.
DRAMA
Gilmore Girls – Netflix – Starring Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel. This show looks at the relationship between a mother and her daughter, who are more like friends and their lives in their small town with a mix of characters thrown in for good measure! This has been one of my favourite shows to watch for many years, and one that I can re-watch time and time again. The show ran for 7 seasons with 4 special edition episodes in 2016.
Chasing Life - STARZ Play on Amazon - Starring Italia Ricci. Be prepared to have tissues at the ready for this emotional drama. It follows the story of April Carver who is diagnosed with cancer and the way she handles her diagnosis, treatment and relationships. The show only ran for 2 series.
ADAPTATIONS
The Last Kingdom - Netflix - Based on the books by Bernard Cornwell, starring Alexander Dreymon as the title character this show is absolutely the definition of a binge watch show! As soon as you have finished one episode you need to watch the next one! This show centres on Uhtred of Bebbanburg who was taken from his Saxon home and raised by Vikings and later fights for King Alfred. There are currently 4 seasons on Netflix, it has been renewed for a 5th, but delayed due to the pandemic.
North and South - Netflix - Based on the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, starring Richard Armitage and Daniela Denby-Ashe. North and South is the story of a young woman who moves from the south of England to the industrial North of England. This is a mini series, as it consists of only 4 episodes, and in my opinion, is of the best adaptations!
The Witcher - Netflix - Based on the novels by Andrezej Sapkowski and starring Henry Cavill. The Witcher follows 3 different characters at different points in time, going through different adventures before culminating with all 3 characters storylines merging in to one time. Due to thw nature of the way the story is set out, it is very easy to watch one episode after another! Currently there is only 1 season, as the second season has been delayed due to Covid.
As we're still enjoying the delights of Lockdown, please feel free to give me some of your recommendations, I'm always after something new to watch!
I hope you're all keeping safe!
Vanessa
