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present tv/movie addiction? (Original Post) RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 OP
"The Librarians" madamesilverspurs Dec 2017 #1
that looks really interesting! RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #3
I love The Librarians! nt yellowdogintexas Dec 2017 #11
Where is it? cannot find it on Netflix... nt Irish_Dem Dec 2017 #21
It's on hulu tymorial Dec 2017 #31
Many thanks... will look for it there! nt Irish_Dem Jan 2018 #48
It just started Season 4 on TNT TexasBushwhacker Dec 2017 #35
One of the Mister's and my favorite TV shows. Tikki Jan 2018 #55
I've been watching 'Coronation Street' since the 1970's. Now THAT'S an addiction Siwsan Dec 2017 #2
wow, a long-running series! RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #4
It is basically a British 'soap opera' One character has been on the show since day 1 Siwsan Dec 2017 #8
I'm watching "Curb Your Enthusiasm" on Amazon Prime Generic Brad Dec 2017 #5
I watched Sneaky Pete... RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #7
I've been addicted to The West Wing for eighteen years now. Aristus Dec 2017 #6
I see that WW is on Netflix... RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #9
Binge the hell out of it! Aristus Dec 2017 #10
ha! all good notes! RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #13
Make a note of this: (You'll know it when you see it). Aristus Dec 2017 #14
Oh Man... RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #17
It's at the beginning of the second episode, so you won't have to wait long. Aristus Dec 2017 #18
I lost a big chunk of my life binging on this fabulous show. Irish_Dem Dec 2017 #20
I agree. Aristus Dec 2017 #22
Yes it was, the characters and stories have stayed with me. nt Irish_Dem Dec 2017 #46
NCIS, Future Man; Misfits yellowdogintexas Dec 2017 #12
Perfect. RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #15
Versailles... rogerballard Dec 2017 #16
I binged this as well! RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #19
One of my favourites too TubbersUK Jan 2018 #62
People of Earth... rogerballard Dec 2017 #23
People of Earth RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #26
People of Earth... quickesst Jan 2018 #59
I LOVED that show... rogerballard Jan 2018 #75
Agree.... quickesst Jan 2018 #79
Totally non-stop... rogerballard Jan 2018 #81
Giovanni Ribisi quickesst Jan 2018 #82
The Shield Zorro Dec 2017 #24
Looks like I could get into The Shield RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #29
Person of Interest, just over 100 episodes. Fringe, 100 episodes irisblue Dec 2017 #25
thanks, both of those sound great... RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #30
Orphan Black rogerballard Dec 2017 #27
Firefly the series & Serenity, the movie irisblue Dec 2017 #28
I've totally missed FireFly RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #37
Preacher. It's got some weirdness to it that I enjoy. GeorgeGist Dec 2017 #32
I've seen this advertised RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #36
That's the series that has that guy with the asshole mouth like tRump's nt doc03 Dec 2017 #39
I liked The Travelers. Dr Hobbitstein Dec 2017 #33
Travelers. Episode 7, season 2. RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #34
If you like romantic comedies, The Mindy Project is fun TexasBushwhacker Dec 2017 #38
will definitely check that out as well... RazBerryBeret Dec 2017 #40
Endeavour shenmue Dec 2017 #41
"Rake" Skittles Dec 2017 #42
"Mom" - TVland, Allison JANNEY and Anna FARIS --------------fanTAStic UTUSN Dec 2017 #43
Thanks! thbobby Dec 2017 #44
Duh thbobby Dec 2017 #45
I can't quit Vikings. It's gory and bloody and viscious, and I can't turn away. lindysalsagal Jan 2018 #47
Mindhunter Xipe Totec Jan 2018 #49
Yes!!!!! dixiegrrrrl Jan 2018 #67
Berlin Station Yavin4 Jan 2018 #50
Korean Dramas are my not so secret addiction The empressof all Jan 2018 #51
I'm finally caught up on Stranger Things! Initech Jan 2018 #52
I bing watch Grace and Frankie the minute the new season comes out. MLAA Jan 2018 #53
Vikings AND Curse of Oak Island democratisphere Jan 2018 #54
I have the full DVD set of Crime Story - Michael Mann, Dennis Farina. 1980's- Sensational! NBachers Jan 2018 #56
I'm watching "Master of None" and diggin' the HELL out of it! I've been hearing Upthevibe Jan 2018 #57
I'm binging on season 5 of Elementary this week. fierywoman Jan 2018 #58
just one of several... quickesst Jan 2018 #60
Several hurple Jan 2018 #61
Just about always AMAZON.......... MyOwnPeace Jan 2018 #63
When you are finished with the Good Wife, the sequel is the Good Fight. dixiegrrrrl Jan 2018 #69
KEWL! MyOwnPeace Jan 2018 #70
The Magicins - 2 seasons on Netflix robbedvoter Jan 2018 #64
Love The Magicians! AwakeAtLast Jan 2018 #66
Veep pnwest Jan 2018 #65
Outlander AwakeAtLast Jan 2018 #68
Incredible cast and production values, and historical details. Beartracks Jan 2018 #78
Black Mirror on Netflix n/t PasadenaTrudy Jan 2018 #71
The Tudors I enjoyed alot in 2013. irisblue Jan 2018 #72
Currently into Season 3 of Dexter at the moment. Tommy_Carcetti Jan 2018 #73
Peaky Blinders is absolutely sensational. OilemFirchen Jan 2018 #74
Vikings Wwcd Jan 2018 #76
Finally got around to starting "Network News." Beartracks Jan 2018 #77
Just started season 4 of Black Mirror. RandySF Jan 2018 #80

tymorial

(3,433 posts)
31. It's on hulu
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:33 PM
Dec 2017

I watched the first season. I liked everyone but Rebecca Romaine. Her character was so wooden. She is a fine actress though, I liked her on Ugly Betty. Maybe I should go back and see if it improved.

Siwsan

(26,260 posts)
2. I've been watching 'Coronation Street' since the 1970's. Now THAT'S an addiction
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:26 PM
Dec 2017

I used to catch it on a shaky signal, via the CBC out of Windsor, Ontario. Now, my cable service carries the channel. If they ever drop it, I'll be watching somehow, somewhere on the internet.

The show has been running since 1960, so I'm considered to be sort of a late comer.

Siwsan

(26,260 posts)
8. It is basically a British 'soap opera' One character has been on the show since day 1
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:48 PM
Dec 2017

William Roache. He's in the record books, for that one. Several others have been on the show since the 70's. Actually, there are a number of very long term cast members. Some characters have disappeared for DECADES and then been brought back, played by the original actors.

The show started out as a wonderful reflection of a post WWII Northern town, outside of Manchester. Unfortunately, they are now writing it more like an American soap so the fun, relaxed and poignant story lines we've always loved are becoming scarce. Newer viewers just don't understand why we are displeased with the writing, but then they never experienced the show at it's best.

Generic Brad

(14,274 posts)
5. I'm watching "Curb Your Enthusiasm" on Amazon Prime
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:45 PM
Dec 2017

I just got done with "Sneaky Pete" (which I highly recommend).

I agree with you on "Travelers". I am moving onto that after I get through my Larry David fix.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
7. I watched Sneaky Pete...
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:48 PM
Dec 2017

loved that too! hadn't expected much, because I'd heard nothing about it, but it hooked me.

Curb Your Enthusiasm will have to be on the list, I have heard quite a bit about that one!

Aristus

(66,328 posts)
6. I've been addicted to The West Wing for eighteen years now.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:47 PM
Dec 2017

No sign that my addiction will abate any time soon...

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
9. I see that WW is on Netflix...
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:50 PM
Dec 2017

I should check that out; I watched an early season, stopped and lost track (I will blame parenting..haha. )

Aristus

(66,328 posts)
10. Binge the hell out of it!
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 09:55 PM
Dec 2017

It got me through the 'W' years with my sanity intact.

Note: you can quit after the end of Season Four, if you like. Aaron Sorkin (writer and creator) and Tommy Schlamme (director) quit after that, and the series went way downhill.

One more thing: watch with caution. The White House presented in the show may make you depressed that it's not that way in real life...

Aristus

(66,328 posts)
14. Make a note of this: (You'll know it when you see it).
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:06 PM
Dec 2017

I created a new West Wing convert!

"Victory is mine, people! Victory is mine!
Great day in the morning, people, victory is mine!
I drink from the keg of glory!
Bring me the finest muffins and bagels in all the land!"

Aristus

(66,328 posts)
18. It's at the beginning of the second episode, so you won't have to wait long.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:09 PM
Dec 2017

Don't jump ahead! Just, trust me...

Irish_Dem

(47,014 posts)
20. I lost a big chunk of my life binging on this fabulous show.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:16 PM
Dec 2017

Worth every hour.
Great acting, writing, directing.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
15. Perfect.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:06 PM
Dec 2017

those all look like great suggestions, I had to check out Shut Eye... looks pretty interesting... and Future Man; it kinda looks like Hulu is the place to be.
thanks!

rogerballard

(2,877 posts)
16. Versailles...
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:07 PM
Dec 2017

I came across this show one night at motel in Saugatuck, Michigan. Binge watched a bunch of episodes, I don't have a TV at home, if this comes out for sale on DVD I buying the whole series to view at a later time. What a great show.


RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
19. I binged this as well!
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:12 PM
Dec 2017

Super interesting and a bit weird! Those Royal families!!
I was into the royal-historical for a while... Reign, the Tudors, Versailles, the Crown, Medici.... all great. and fascinating. I found myself googling quite a bit--Did that really happen?? most of the time they were factual.

rogerballard

(2,877 posts)
23. People of Earth...
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:19 PM
Dec 2017

Another binge watch while laying in a hospital bed ! This show is hilarious. I don't know if it is still on. This is another show I would buy.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
26. People of Earth
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:24 PM
Dec 2017

saw that it was renewed on TBS this past September, so there will be another season... and it's on Amazon, but not free.
and I had to avoid a whole lot of Spoilers to find that... haha.

quickesst

(6,280 posts)
59. People of Earth...
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 03:47 AM
Jan 2018

.... Is hilarious. I also like the new series The Guest Book, which employs a similar type of humor. Best comedy series ever in that vein? Hands down My Name Is Earl.

rogerballard

(2,877 posts)
75. I LOVED that show...
Tue Jan 2, 2018, 01:35 AM
Jan 2018

I don't think I missed one episode of My Name is Earl. And of course watched it all the time in syndication.

Zorro

(15,740 posts)
24. The Shield
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:20 PM
Dec 2017

Grabs you in the very first episode and doesn't let go through seven entire seasons. IMHO better than either The Wire or The Sopranos.

Justified is pretty unique and entertaining, too. Both are on Amazon Prime.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
29. Looks like I could get into The Shield
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:28 PM
Dec 2017

thanks for that suggestion, and then Justified--I've seen the ads for that but have yet to watch.

irisblue

(32,971 posts)
25. Person of Interest, just over 100 episodes. Fringe, 100 episodes
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:21 PM
Dec 2017

POI Starts as a Sci-fi police procedural, then about artificial intelligence after 9/11 then about government & watching.
Fringe is Sci-fi and police procedural mix. The episode, The White Tulip S2, ep18 is the finest meditation on love, loss and forgiveness I've ever seen on TV

 

Dr Hobbitstein

(6,568 posts)
33. I liked The Travelers.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:37 PM
Dec 2017

3 episodes in to season 2 at the moment.

Black Mirror is great. Stranger Things, as well.

On Hulu, I loved Dirk Gently.

There’s a great movie called Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel on Amazon that is worth watching.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
34. Travelers. Episode 7, season 2.
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:42 PM
Dec 2017

Enjoy it. a lot. creeps me out a little sometime.
little kids as the traveler messengers is creepy everytime. haha.


A friend suggested Black Mirror to me, I will check that out too.

TexasBushwhacker

(20,185 posts)
38. If you like romantic comedies, The Mindy Project is fun
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 10:51 PM
Dec 2017

You can watch all 6 seasons on Hulu. The first 3 seasons are especially good.

RazBerryBeret

(3,075 posts)
40. will definitely check that out as well...
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 11:15 PM
Dec 2017

i have a friend who is always referencing that show... I should watch it.

thbobby

(1,474 posts)
44. Thanks!
Sun Dec 31, 2017, 11:57 PM
Dec 2017

I have hulu, netflix, and amazon prime. Found some great ideas here. Anyone know where I can watch orphan black? I have not looked at amazon prime yet.

lindysalsagal

(20,680 posts)
47. I can't quit Vikings. It's gory and bloody and viscious, and I can't turn away.
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 12:00 AM
Jan 2018

Not sure how they're going to settle things between the brothers, but, I'm in for the long haul.

dixiegrrrrl

(60,010 posts)
67. Yes!!!!!
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 12:53 PM
Jan 2018

I have not been creeper out by a character since Silence of the Lambs, but the guy who played the very tall killer was superb and seriously creepy.
Excellent casting,

and Godless. just finished binging on it and happy I stuck with it.

Yavin4

(35,438 posts)
50. Berlin Station
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:24 AM
Jan 2018

It's really good. A more realistic version of Homeland. David Bowie's "I'm afraid of Americans" is the title song.


The empressof all

(29,098 posts)
51. Korean Dramas are my not so secret addiction
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:42 AM
Jan 2018

I stream Viki or Drama Fever. I've already watched Goblin 5 times....and if you like Rom Com the choices are endless. After Goblln start with one of the classics like Coffee Prince. I understand Netfilx carries a few of them as well. So entertaining and I find them totally escapist and relaxing..

Initech

(100,068 posts)
52. I'm finally caught up on Stranger Things!
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:48 AM
Jan 2018

And I really want to start Black Mirror next. But I'm also watching the Netflix Marvel series. Loving The Punished so far!

MLAA

(17,288 posts)
53. I bing watch Grace and Frankie the minute the new season comes out.
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:54 AM
Jan 2018

Season 4 due January 19th I believe.

Upthevibe

(8,042 posts)
57. I'm watching "Master of None" and diggin' the HELL out of it! I've been hearing
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 02:45 AM
Jan 2018

really good things and now I know why....

quickesst

(6,280 posts)
60. just one of several...
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 03:51 AM
Jan 2018

... but I am enjoying Designated Survivor. Also saved up 8 episodes of Blindspot because it's New Year's and rerun time at the moment.

hurple

(1,306 posts)
61. Several
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 04:32 AM
Jan 2018

The Librarians is tons of fun as previously mentioned, and so is People Of Earth.

Currently, this household is catching up with Star Trek Discovery, Happy!, and Ash vs Evil Dead

Groovy!

MyOwnPeace

(16,926 posts)
63. Just about always AMAZON..........
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 07:15 AM
Jan 2018

Really hooked, dragging them out so as to have more to see!

1. Justified
2. Deadwood
3. Suits
4. The Wire
5. The Good Wife (just started this one - caught me by surprise - really enjoying it!)

Sneaky Pete was really great - wish they'd come up with another round of it.

Also enjoyed Goliath - Billy Bob was spectacular in it!

dixiegrrrrl

(60,010 posts)
69. When you are finished with the Good Wife, the sequel is the Good Fight.
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:06 PM
Jan 2018

The Good Wife had incredible writing, and the sequel is written by the same people.

The guy who wrote the Wire, David Simon, also wrote this season's hit, The Deuce. It will suck you in. I found it marvelous.

Here is a list of his other shows, every one is fantastic.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0800108/?ref_=nv_sr_1

AwakeAtLast

(14,124 posts)
68. Outlander
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 01:02 PM
Jan 2018

Epic Sci-Fi time-traveling Scottish romance. Cannot be described easily, but the first episode will have you hooked.

Book adaptation from Diana Gabaldon's series, Ron Moore is a producer, and shot in Scotland.

Beartracks

(12,809 posts)
78. Incredible cast and production values, and historical details.
Tue Jan 2, 2018, 02:14 AM
Jan 2018

Outlander is a really good show.

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OilemFirchen

(7,143 posts)
74. Peaky Blinders is absolutely sensational.
Mon Jan 1, 2018, 03:19 PM
Jan 2018

Ranks right up with Rectify and, of course, Breaking Bad as among the best dramatic series ever.

Also, give Good Behavior a try. Features Michelle Dockery (late of Downton Abbey) in a seriously dark comedy.

Beartracks

(12,809 posts)
77. Finally got around to starting "Network News."
Tue Jan 2, 2018, 02:08 AM
Jan 2018

Very good. Binged most if season 1 this past weekend.

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