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House of Cards, Netflix, Orange is the New Black, Sons of Anarchy, The Bridge, The Killing, TV series
Ah Netflix. The parent’s best friend. Gone are the days of clubbing and impromptu drinks at the pub. Instead, a perfect evening now consists of a glass of wine, a hot bubble bath and an episode (or two) of one of my favourite shows on Netflix.
But where to start when it comes to choosing the next series to get addicted to? You’ve watched Breaking Bad and Orange Is The New Black (and if you haven’t, then you should) and now you’re craving something new to sink your TV teeth into.
Fear not my friend, because luckily for you I’m currently a one woman breastfeeding machine who’s spent much of the past five weeks glued to the sofa, baby in one hand, Apple TV remote in the other. Here are my top five addictive shows on Netflix. I’m going to assume you’ve already seen Breaking Bad and OITNB and are up to date with Homeland already…
1. The Killing
This is my new favourite show on Netflix. I think I actually enjoyed it more than OITNB – and that’s saying something. It follows a couple of troubled Seattle detectives who have the best on-screen chemistry since Mulder and Scully. It’s moody, surprisingly funny in places and ridiculously addictive with many a plot twist that will leave you reaching to press “play” on the next episode.
2. The Bridge
There’s a definite theme here, with another brilliant crime series making my top five. The Bridge is a Scandinavian show based in Sweden and Denmark. Again, the two main detectives have great characters and back-stories of their own. Add the brilliant casting and writing to the pacey plots and you won’t even notice it’s in subtitles.
3. Sons of Anarchy
OK, I have to admit something here. I got so addicted to SOA at one point that I questioned if I had a problem. At the height of my SOA addiction I binge-watched five episodes back to back with only one loo break. I know, sad. I loved the characters (the protagonist and here / anti-hero, Jax, is something you have to see to believe), the chemistry between the characters, the rather ridiculous story lines and the action. It was also one of those rare shows that my husband and I could agree to watch happily together.
4. The Shield
The Shield is an earlier offering from the man behind SOA, Kurt Geiger, and you can see the similarities between the two shows. There’s a fair bit of violence in both, but the characterisation and the plot twists provided enough entertainment to grip me, which is a big ask considering I’m a total wimp when it comes to violence on TV and in films.
5. House of Cards
This show stars one of my favourite actors of all time – the legend that is Kevin Spacey. I’ve only just started watching this show but already the back-stabbing antics of the politicians in The White House have me hooked. As always, Spacey doesn’t disappoint.
What shows do you love on Netflix? Any more recommendations to add to my list? I’m going to need something new to watch once I’ve finished House of Cards…
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Disclosure: I’m on the Netflix Stream Team, but all views (and TV addictions) remain my own.
Try Suits and Cover Affairs too! Equally addictive x
Definitely both going on my list – thank you!
SOA!!!!! I am currently IN the throes of full on addiction. Just started season 3. Love Jax. How can it be that you root for these people who are criminals?! LOVE IT. Thank you for introducing it to my life xxx
YES!! Jax Teller is THE best TV anti-hero like, ever. SO pleased you’re loving it, I thought you might! Season 4 was my favourite so you’ve got the best bits still to come. I’m jealous!
Ahem. Sorry, I may have got a bit carried away there….
Ooh loving this list. I loved watching Gossip Girl too, about 4 years too late but so gloriously addictive
I haven’t seen Gossip Girl – need to add that to my list!
Orange is the new black and the good wife should also be on the list. Gosh netflix some how makes the days go quickly.
I assume that everyone has seen Orange Is The New Black, which is why it isn’t on the list. It’s SUCH a good show isn’t it? I’d also put Breaking Bad and Homeland on there, but again, I assume everyone’s seen those by now!
Ohh love this thank you. Since being pregnant and having Effie I’ve become obsessed with some terrible shows, this list inspires to me to be more ambitious in my breast feeding screen time
Terrible shows are also good – I spent a whole hour watching 60 Minute Makeover the other day!
I highly recommend “Justified”
Timothy Oliphant , looking like a young Clint Eastwood,lays a very cool deputy Marshall in Kentucky. Fantastic range of characters including Boyd Crowder played by the wonderfully odd Walter Coggins. Great drama with a humorous twist.
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Ooh will look that one up – thank you!
I have to say I loved the original version of The Killing although I’ve not seen the American version.
My older daughter and I are strangely addicted to Make it or Break It!
I’ve not seen the original version but I’m definitely going to watch it in a week or so once I’ve forgotten a bit about the American version. I find I get so attached to the characters I need a break in between finishing a series and starting a new show!
I have Jax addiction, it’s so bad. He actually makes me go all funny inside!! Best show ever xx
You’re not alone Jess!