Recommendations: TV shows

Pinch, punch, first of the month! It properly feels like autumn now - I don't know about where you guys are, but here, it's raining, the jumpers have been brought out, and Christmas songs are in my head constantly.

The weather is awful at the moment so I couldn't take any photos because of the poor lighting. Please enjoy this photo of flowers my dad took during the summer.

I'm a big fan of watching TV shows, as a lot of you may know. I'm also an incredible binge watcher - I watched seasons 1-6 of Game of Thrones in just under two weeks so that I was ready for season 7; I watched all of Parks and Recreation in about a week and a half; I watched the first season of Brooklyn 99 in a day. I don't know what it is about binge-watching stuff, but I can't seem to stop.

As a result of this, I am everyone's go-to for recommendations, whether it's TV shows, films, books, or music. I'll probably do several more of these recommendations posts, either compiling a list of recommendations or writing a post about a singular thing I'm recommending.

I haven't included the plots as for most of them, the plots I could find simplify them too much, so google the show names to find a rough idea and then just watch them please.

I've categorised the shows below so you can skip reading the Comedy section if you know that's not your kind of thing etc. etc. I've also put little * by my all time favourite shows.

Let's start!

COMEDY:

The US Office*

This was the first American sitcom I watched and so it will always hold a very special place in my heart. I watched the first episode of the UK Office and abandoned ship because nothing can ever come close to the affection I have for this show. My brothers introduced it to me when I was about 13 and I've never laughed and cried and become so invested in a show so quickly. I think it probably started my obsession with binging shows, as I watched all 9 seasons of it in a very short amount of time. I even have a Dunder Mifflin sweatshirt (which I'm wearing in the photo I used for my post 17 things I learnt at 17) While I may prefer Parks and Rec or B99 to it now, I have an eternal love for the Office. Please please please watch it - the first season is the weakest, and it only gets better.

Parks and Recreation*

Parks and Rec started off as 'The US Office but in a different office' but my goodness, did it come into its own. Around the end of season 2/beginning of season 3, it embraced it's nature as an uplifting, adorable show and becomes one of the funniest and happiest shows to watch. I love it. I love it so much. I cried so hard throughout this show. I can't even explain the joy it brings me.

Brooklyn 99*

Y'all, this show. First of all, I adore Andy Samberg. What a guy. Secondly, this show is so diverse and *gasp* doesn't write any of its minority characters as stereotypes. Its diverse cast allows it to write incredible episodes which focus on real world issues, like season 4's 16th episode 'Moo Moo', which deals with racial prejudice in the police force. It's also hilarious. There is no episode of B99 that I don't enjoy. They are all adorable, hilarious with clever storylines and amazing acting. I love this show so much. Also, season 5 has only just started, so it's easily bingeable.

DRAMA:

Jane the Virgin*

It's such a weird premise, but the tongue-in-cheek telenovella style is done so well and Gina Rodriguez is so amazing in this show. It's hilarious and has the cutest romances and has made me sob many, many times. I'm so excited for it to return in a few weeks. It's essentially a very well made soap opera, but I couldn't care less. I love it.

Master of None*

Aziz Ansari was in Parks and Rec, which is why I started this show, but now I love it for so many more reasons than just him. Season 1 is very good, but season 2 is incredible. The visuals are amazing, and every episode is so funny but so clever and heart-warming, with powerful storylines and messages. It's just one of the most uplifting shows.

CRIME/THRILLER:

Broadchurch

I love a murder-mystery, but Broadchurch is so much more than just a murder-mystery. It's so intense, and every actor and actress in it is incredible. David Tennant and Olivia Coleman are true national treasures. Season 1 remains the best, but every season is wonderful.

Luther

Genuinely one of the creepiest crime shows I've ever watched. The last few seasons aren't as good, but season 1 and 2 are terrifying. If you watch it, you will understand when I say that I will literally never open the door late at night ever. again. Scarred for life. But it's amazing.

How to Get Away with Murder

Viola Davis. Do I need to say more? Season 1 is still the best, but my goodness, this showwwww!!!

ACTION:

Game of Thrones*

AAAHHHHHH PLEASE JUST WATCH IT.

Jessica Jones*

I loved Daredevil, but Jessica Jones was just on an entirely different level for me. Krysten Ritter is amazing, as is David Tennant, and I am so excited for season 2. I really need to watch The Defenders so I can see more of JJ being amazing.

SCI-FI:

Black Mirror*

This show is INSANE. It's not for everyone - it's dark and twisted and uncomfortable at times. But it is incredibly clever and brilliantly written, and I just think everyone should see at least one episode.

Stranger Things*

I cannot express my love for this show. I am so excited for season 2 in a few weeks. It is brilliant. The writing, the storyline, the child actors they've found. Everything about it is exceptional. Also, I love the 80s.

Orphan Black

I already talked about this show in my monthly favourites but I had to include it in this list as well because I'm still mourning its loss.

I'm sorry this post is so rushed and my thoughts on each show aren't as detailed as I'd like. I'm very tired, and I've been super duper busy recently, so I didn't have much time to write everything down. Hopefully you've kind of got the gist of my thoughts.

Let me know if I've mentioned any of your favourite shows, or if there's a series you think I'd enjoy. Until next week!