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5 Netflix Series to Binge-Watch

May 8, 2020

Post Updated November 2020

Lockdown has been a time where its been even more acceptable to binge-watch shows more than usual. I’ve watched some great tv shows recently and I love sharing recommendations and getting people’s thoughts on shows so I thought it would be nice to share some top picks of things I’ve watched. Without further ado, here are my top recommendations for Netflix series you can binge-watch!

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Netflix Series 1: Happy Valley *TW*

Everyone seemed to watch Happy Valley when it came out originally on the BBC but somehow I missed it. Thankfully, it’s been added to Netflix and myself and my family well and truly binge-watched it – we couldn’t get enough of it! In short, the story follows policewoman Catherine, who is still coming to terms with the death of her daughter who was raped by Tommy Lee Royce. Catherine learns that he is due to be released from prison after serving time for drugs and becomes fixated on avenging him somehow. However, she is unaware of his dealings with the kidnapping of Ann Gallagher. It’s a series deals with some tough subjects throughout so that’s something to be aware of. However, if you decide to give it a watch I can guarantee that it will have you gripped from start to end.

Netflix Series 2: After Life

I’m a huge fan of Ricky Gervais and believe everything he has ever done is fantastic (plus he used to manage one of my favourite bands – Suede – back in the day so that also makes him a winner in my book). After Life, like many of Gervais’ comedies, is full of dark humour. It’s a humour that in one moment has you laughing and in the next, you’re close to tears. It follows the story of Tony, who has recently lost his beloved wife Lisa, he believes there is no reason to live anymore, and the dog is his only reason to stay alive. He then decides to live his life by saying and doing whatever he likes, not caring about anything or anyone. However, this ends up being a lot more tricky than he imagines as he comes to terms with living a life without the woman he loves. It is both a heart-warming and heart-breaking series that is definitely worth a watch if you fancy a laugh and a cry.

Netflix Series 3: Lovesick

If you fancy something more light-hearted and comedic then Lovesick is the one for you. Essentially, the plot follows Dylan after he has been diagnosed with chlamydia and he now needs to tell all of his ex-lovers. It traces all the interactions between Dylan and these women across the years with the help of his best friends Evie (who both have feelings for each other) and Luke. Dylan is a hopeless romantic, Evie completely loveable and Luke a wannabe lothario with a big heart deep down. It’s a light-hearted and warm series that is perfect to watch throughout lockdown.

Netflix Series 4: Money Heist

Money Heist is one of the best series I’ve ever watched and pretty much everyone I know is obsessed with it! It’s set in Spain and follows The Professor and his band of thieves as they attempt to pull off the biggest heist in history. Needless to say, there are a variety of ups and downs across the series that will have you completely and utterly hooked throughout. There are shock deaths, love affairs, rookie mistakes, new friendships and, crucially, a load of money to steal from Spain’s Royal Mint. It is a series that will have you completely gripped throughout with so many twists and turns that it’s always full of new surprises regardless of the episode or series you’re on.

Netflix Series 5: Seven Worlds, One Planet

If you’re more into documentary and real-life then David Attenburgh’s Seven Worlds is perfect. It highlights the extremities and differences between the continents and its inhabitant’s requirements to survive. It shares some incredible wildlife stories and the footage is a complete marvel to watch. You will find yourself wholly absorbed in the series and find yourself itching to delve into the next world and discover more of the wonders of the earth!

Those are some of my top picks for Netflix shows you can binge-watch this lockdown. I’ve managed to watch some fab shows recently and they’ve really helped to get me through lockdown! I’d love to know if you watch any of them and what you think – I’m always up for a chat on my social media (in the sidebar) if you’d like to discuss a show!

What you been watching recently? Are there any shows you’ve binged?

 

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Comments

  1. Amber Page, The Unpredicted Page says

    May 8, 2020 at 9:46 am

    I have heard about money Heist but I never got round to it! I will have to give it a go!

    Reply
  2. Nikki - Notes of Life says

    May 10, 2020 at 11:08 am

    I've been binge-watching Designated Survivor since lockdown. There's a few others I want to watch too, including Unorthodox.

    Reply
  3. Alice Myles says

    May 12, 2020 at 8:35 am

    Yesss I LOVE money heist! A friend of mine got me hooked on it when it first came out and I binged the last season the day it came out in one sitting

    Reply
  4. Natasha Evans says

    May 12, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    I'd highly recommend!

    Reply
  5. Natasha Evans says

    May 12, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    I'll have to add both of those to my list!

    Reply
  6. Natasha Evans says

    May 12, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    It's SO good!!

    Reply
  7. Aaliyah - Beauty Obsessed says

    July 3, 2020 at 7:13 am

    I’m always on the lookout for new shows to watch on Netflix as I love go sit and just binge! I’ll definitely be checking out some of these x

    Reply
  8. The Twenty Percent says

    July 3, 2020 at 7:14 am

    I love Seven Worlds One Planet! Anything with David Attenborough is always a go-to for me. I want to try Money Heist though too.

    Reply
  9. Paige says

    July 3, 2020 at 8:03 am

    I love After Life – I'm watching it with my boyfriend so haven't quite managed to find the time to finish it (I'm surprised I haven't watched it without him already to be honest – go me) but these are some great recommendations; will be added to My List! x

    Paige // Paige Eades

    Reply
  10. Golly Miss Holly says

    July 3, 2020 at 8:32 am

    Sometimes I wish I had Netflix so I could watch shows like these!! Money Heist sounds right up my street πŸ™‚ xx

    Holly | http://www.gollymissholly.uk

    Reply
  11. Kelly~Diane says

    July 3, 2020 at 10:49 am

    I've heard of a couple of these but haven't watched them yet. I'm going to make a start at watching some of these later, thank you for your recommendations.

    Reply
  12. Amie Cadwallader says

    July 3, 2020 at 1:22 pm

    Oooh I needed a few more recommendations!

    Love, Amie ❀️

    The Curvaceous Vegan

    Reply
  13. Serena Reidy says

    July 3, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    Seven Worlds, One Planet sounds like something I'd enjoy! If you haven't seen Spinning Out, One Day at a Time or Sweet Magnolias yet, you should check them out!

    Reply
  14. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:06 pm

    Thank you, hope you enjoy!

    Reply
  15. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:06 pm

    Money Heist is so so good!

    Reply
  16. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:06 pm

    Haha, that's definitely an achievement! Hope you enjoy!

    Reply
  17. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    I cannot recommend Money Heist enough!

    Reply
  18. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    Thank you, hope you enjoy!

    Reply
  19. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    Hope you enjoy them!

    Reply
  20. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    Thanks, hope you find something you like!

    Reply
  21. Natasha Evans says

    July 4, 2020 at 3:08 pm

    oooh, thank you! I'll add them to my list!

    Reply
  22. Flora says

    March 1, 2021 at 10:02 pm

    I loved watching Seven Worlds, One Planet πŸ’š in fact any Attenborough documentary series is a must see for me.

    Reply

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