TV Shows You Should Consider Watching!

3 seasons so far

Found on: Amazon Prime

Rate: PG-13

Very interesting (and kind of freaky) show set in an alternate universe in the 1960s where the allies didn’t win World War 2. It presents a chilling and somewhat realistic world that could’ve been our present if history didn’t go as it was written. In this new extremely conformative, dystopian-like society, Nazi Germany and the Empire of Japan each control half of the United States with a “neutral zone” in between. The main character, Juliana Crain, lives on the Japanese controlled west coast in San Francisco, keeping her head down and being as low key as everybody is meant to be in this post-war era. Things seem to continue this way until Juliana begins to discover these strange films, depicting an alternate history where the allies did, in fact, win WW2. Curious, Juliana starts on a journey to find the man behind these seemingly realistic films–the man in the high castle. From there on, she becomes tangled more and more into this complex web of dark secrets, mysteries, and betrayal.

This show really gets you hooked since the beginning. It always leaves you wanting to know more since this is practically a completely different reality. Fair warning, it does get a little confusing at times with the films, you’re not too sure what’s real or what’s not. Also, for some watchers, it is slightly controversial because of the idea it’s based on–the axis winning–so if that is in any way uncomfortable or displeasing to you, by all means, don’t watch it, but if the story sparks some interest, please try a couple of episodes and see how it goes.

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Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23

A small town girl named June moves to New York City with many dreams and aspirations for herself only to have them break and has to live with a con artist, Chloe, as a result. Despite the rather sad sounding plot, this short sitcom is actually pretty funny. Chloe and June have polar opposite personalities, which makes their dynamic hilarious. June is quiet, respectable and kind, while Chloe is wild, cunning and, well, a b—-. Every episode is basically them and James Van Der Beek (who plays himself) in different situations–like all sitcoms are.

I really enjoyed this show and was bummed it was cancelled after two seasons. I thought the story and humour were great as well as the characters. If you’re into more lighthearted/funny stuff, this show would be a better choice for you compared to other selections on this list.

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Babylon Berlin

Although it’s in German, this historical drama is very intense and attention-grabbing, based in Berlin during the interwar period. Germany, between WW1 and WW2, was a conflicted country. Other than the disastrous aftermath of the Great War for Germany (the immense casualties of soldiers, the debt, the humiliation, etc.), it was also a time of lots of political and social change/protest. The show focuses on Gereon Rath, a young police commissioner and war veteran (played by the one and only Volker Bruch–we love him) who is recently transferred to Berlin. Amidst the cases he is trying to solve, there is a darker conspiracy that lingers in Berlin that he’s swept into. Soviets, trains of gold, German generals, moles, gangs and murder are just the beginning. You don’t need any knowledge of history to watch this show, just a love for good cinematography!

I got this show recommended to me by a friend, although I’d seen it a couple times on Netflix before. I think this is the type of show you wouldn’t initially want to watch by yourself but rather have to be recommended to watch, which is exactly what I’m doing. Trust me when I say that it is worth a watch. Not a single second of it is boring, plus it always leaves you a little puzzled, wondering how everything connects together. And, really, the acting is very well done.

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Super Fun Night

Written and starred in by Rebel Wilson, this short sitcom is based around three best friends in New York, Kimmie, Helen-Alice, and Marika. They’re the type of people who you’d regularly find having a night in instead of going out, but when Kimmie gets a promotion at her job, she is swept into a new lifestyle that expands her comfort zone. Instead of piano bars, Kimmie and her friends are introduced to the iconic NY nightlife. And having influence from her love-hate relationship with her confident/cocky co-worker, Kendall, and her workplace crush, Richard, Kimmie has to find a way to incorporate her past life and new life together. And knowing Rebel Wilson, you already know this show is filled with humour and creativity.

It’s super hilarious and genuine, I think it’s a good laugh. In my opinion, this story was fantastic and definitely deserved many more seasons! Super Fun Night is truly a feel-good type show, exactly what you need during times of stress!

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

This is actually a pretty good show, although it does suit more of a Halloween atmosphere, you can watch it anytime! The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina follows the story of a half-witch half-mortal 16-year-old girl named Sabrina Spellman, who is faced with a big question: join the witch-world like her family or stay in the mortal world with her friends. She is met with numerous obstacles on her way ranging from bullies to principals to actual Satan. Always the justice-seeking, down-to-earth person she is, Sabrina is an easy character to like, making this show worth a watch.

This show will grab your attention and hold it for 10 episodes straight. It’s funny and romantic and scary and suspenseful! The development of each character will literally make you overly attached to all of them, but mark my words, Ambrose and Aunt Hilda are the best characters.

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