Hey all, happy holidays! If you’re anything like me, you’re spending this time between Christmas and New Years indulging in some much needed rest and relaxation. For me, rest and relaxation means a little Netflix time. Keep reading to see what shows I’ve been loving!
You: Season 1 of this show was something I binged in a weekend earlier in the year and Season 2 just came out on the 26th. It’s a millennial thriller with a bit of a romantic comedy feel except in the absolute creepiest way. The acting is so good that it definitely leaves you feeling like the show is real life. And it features Penn Badgley from Gossip Girl!
The Crown: I’m obsessed! This is the show for anyone who is interested in Queen Elizabeth and the rest of the royal family. It’s pretty historically accurate and is super easy to follow. In the season that just came out, they switched actors because the show covers different decades of history and I think they did it flawlessly.
Dirty John: This one is for my true crime lovers! Dirty John is based on a true story and was originally a podcast (definitely worth a listen!) and then they turned it into a Netflix show with Connie Britton as the lead. Such a scary story, especially because it was real life!
Schitt’s Creek: Probably my favorite show on Netflix right now. If you’re going to pick one show from this list, make it this one! Short episodes, super engaging storyline, and soooo funny. It’s about a wealthy family who lost all their money and now live in a very small, tight-knit town. It took me a bit to catch on to this one but it only gets better and better!
Gilmore Girls: No explanation needed for this one. This is the perfect feel-good show for every season, every mood, and everyone. Gilmore Girls is set in the cutest New England town and features the best mother-daughter dramatic duo around. So real and raw!
Broadchurch: This one was heartbreakingly fantastic. I would recommend this for anyone who liked Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys books as a kid. It’s not true crime (thank goodness!) but it has that feel. The twists and turns the show takes has you questioning who to trust and what to think all the time. 10 out of 10!
Instant Hotel: I wish they would have endless seasons of this show! Anyone who is an HGTV fan will love this one. Instant Hotel is based in Australia (hello accents!) and features couples who put their homes up for rent – kind of like Airbnb. The couples stay at each rental and rate them, eventually ending up with a winner. My love of interior design and reality TV is showing with this one!
Dead to Me: This one caught me by surprise. I was looking for something to watch and stumbled upon this and was hooked! I don’t want to give too much away but essentially it’s about two women – a young widow and a free-spirit – whose stories intertwine in a way that one of them tries to keep secret. The main characters (Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini!) are so likable and I can’t wait for the next season! Crossing my fingers it’s coming in early 2020.
Imposters: This one is about a con artist who uses love to rob people of everything – sounds dark, right? I would actually categorize it as a comedy because a few of her former targets team up to find her and they actually end up becoming a really great crew. They’ve had two seasons and I’m begging for more!
That’s the end of my shortlist! I definitely have a few more that I recommend but these are my favorites of the moment. What have you been watching recently? Let me know in the comments. Have a great New Year!
