It’s time to take stock of the Bingeable TV Shows that have been aired in 2021. There has been plenty to eat for TV veterans! There’s a huge selection of Disney+, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, HBO, and other networks. What time do they expect us all to go to bed? We’ve narrowed down the list to the most valuable properties for those who consume more on the small screen than others.
Squid Game
Netflix was able to break the K-drama. The biggest fall show is about a young man who participates in a battle royale for $45.6 billion. Of all times. The bizarre premise, the gore, and the human nature at its core. All of these factors play a role in Squid Game being an unforgettable watch.
Midnight Mass
The third installment of Mike Flanagan’s pseudo-anthology series does not disappoint. The series combines religious horror and a small town in its final days. It is a mix of both supernatural horror and a modern-day ghost town.
The Chair
For those working in higher education, be aware of the following warning: Jay Duplass speaks out about overzealous students and poorly-researched debate skills.
The chair is a hilarious, short-form comedy on Netflix. Sandra Oh stars as the first female chair in an English department at a low-tier Ivy. Dark and bitter, the series mocks college administrators who are disconnected from the world of students. It doesn’t leave its coeds without some snarky commentary about a generation more influenced than actually taking action by social media posts.
Ted Lasso
Online Discourse(TM), about whether we can collectively handle the heavy doses of optimism Ted Lasso offers, has been ongoing. But those who are too busy fighting haven’t been paying attention to what is important. Season One was all about showing us the benefits of eternal optimism. Season Two is about showing us just how deep this kind of attitude can be. Ted Lasso has a brilliant and human style that is unlike any other series. It’s even better.
Schmigadoon!
Yes, the name is crazy. It’s a little strange and can be intimidating for those who don’t consider themselves musical people. It’s worth it. The musical series Lorne Michaels, starring Keegan Michael Key & Cecily Strong, parodies the slapstick musicals of the 20th century and focuses on the obvious premise: a love story. Although it sounds cliché, love will always sell when you tell a love story that is well done. Schmigadoon has six episodes that feature a stellar cast of Broadway stars.
The White Lotus
Hoo boy, satire stings. The HBO summer miniseries by Mike White stars everyone, from Connie Britton and Steve Zahn to Natasha Rothwell to Jennifer Coolidge. It is so well-crafted that it is so satisfying. This is what satire is all about, right? A little bit of cringe. A little irreverence. A little bit of murder. Oh, and murder! The series is set over a week at a Hawaiian resort and skewers privilege, wake-ness, and class. It ends with a wobbly, unjust finale which, ironically, makes a greater point than if justice had been done.
Hacks
Hacks have been the breakout hit of the summer. If Jean Smart’s humor in Mare was too much for you, then Hacks is a perfect choice. It was created by Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello. Smart appears to be a comedian in her last act. Hannah Einbender portrays a comedian who appears to have lost her first act. The two women who are a bit grumpy discover that they have the best chance of success if they lean on each other. Megan Stalter, social media star? She is allowed to be charmingly, deliriously absurd.
The Handmaid’s Tale
You are not reading a 2018 list! This is 2021, and The Handmaid’s Tale has been remastered. It took a while to get used to the format. You may have given up on watching the series because the torture in Gilead seemed unending. But, this is the official announcement. The Handmaid’s Tale has been remade by Hulu. The series was the first to ask “How can they get over this?” The show now turns to the even more important question “Will they ever be able to reconcile with what happened?”
The Hog is High
This four-part Netflix docuseries is some of the most delicious food or general TV content in years. Stephen Satterfield is a food writer and host. He traces the history of American gastronomy, from West Africa to the United States. He allows people who are better than him to tell their stories, which is what makes the series so special. It opens up a whole new world history through the lens of food.
Underground Railroad
Barry Jenkins drama series on the Underground Railroad? We don’t mind if you do. The Amazon series premiered in May and quickly won the respect of both critics and viewers. Media plays Cora, a Georgian escapee who hops on a train to seek a better life… as long as she escapes the clutches of a notorious slave-catcher.
WandaVision
To be blunt, WandaVision is the most popular and compelling show. People woke up at odd hours to watch the show on Friday mornings, in order not to spoil anything. The first Marvel televised appearance was a Marvel-themed one. But it turned out to be a beautiful meditation about grief and sadness. This is a great nod to TV history.
Mare of Easttown
Mare in Easttown debuted mid-April. It finally gives us the authentic Pennsylvania accent we need. The series has been praised by dozens of critics and Kate Winslet is the star. The series is about a small town that has to deal with a horrific murder. Winslet is dealing with the murder, but Winslet is also trying to maintain her life.
It’s a Sin
Although it’s not an easy watch, HBO’s Is a Sin is a fictional account of a disease that rocked the world. The series, which is set in London, focuses on the early years and aftermath of the AIDS crisis. It’s a well-done show that demonstrates both artistic integrity as well as emotional weight.
Framing Britney Sparrow
This documentary is one of the most disturbing music documentaries we have seen. However, unlike many others whose narratives are revealed long before the artist has passed Framing Britney Spores gives us a glimpse into a conflict that is still raging. The documentary centers on Spears’ father, who is at the center of a controversial conservatorship. It aims to reveal the truth, even though none of the main actors are involved.
As if it were a city
Who would have thought Martin Scorsese, who laughed for 30 minutes at a stretch, was exactly what we needed to kick off the new year. Pretend it’s a City Fran Lebowitz is joined by Scorsese in a series of conversations that somehow feels both timeless and timely. Fran angrily deadpans. Marty laughs. Rinse. Rinse. It’s a delight.
Cobra Kai
We learned something over the last year. It’s that Netflix could sneak in and tell the world, “Hey, one more show for you!” The first TV series to be released this year is Cobra Kai. Netflix has been a huge success with the nostalgia festival, so don’t wait too long to see Season Four.
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