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JaneJudge Sat 30-May-26 13:10:12

I need something to watch. I've just finished The Boroughs which I really liked

MT62 Wed 03-Jun-26 12:55:40

Yellow stone & film sequels

MissAdventure Wed 03-Jun-26 10:39:11

Ì had to check that it was really Sheridan Smith playing Ann's part.
I'm no fan of actors or celebs, but she totally immersed me into the storyline.

rayanrich Wed 03-Jun-26 10:35:35

Sheridan Smith was absolutely incredible as Ann Ming, and knowing Ann collaborated closely on the script made the whole thing hit so much harder. It’s mind-blowing to think one mother's determination actually forced a rewrite of an 800-year-old double jeopardy law.

rayanrich Wed 03-Jun-26 10:33:18

I completely agree about Mindhunter and Dark—both are absolutely brilliant and keep you glued to your seat!

There really is nothing worse than getting completely immersed in a gripping mystery or a tense thriller only to have the mood broken by sudden commercial breaks. If anyone else is watching on a basic plan and finding the constant disruptions frustrating, I found a really helpful guide on www.standsapp.org/blog/how-to-block-ads-on-netflix/ that shows you how to easily block those ad scripts on your browser. It makes binging these recommendations so much more enjoyable smile

Adding Legends and The Watcher to my watchlist next!

Maremia Wed 03-Jun-26 09:02:57

And Stranger Things, to keep up with the GD.

Maremia Wed 03-Jun-26 09:01:18

Another vote for Remarkably Bright Creatures.

nanna8 Wed 03-Jun-26 00:51:03

Thanks for this thread JJ- I spend ages flicking through and never know what to watch. Been watching more Amazon Prime lately but will have another Netflix go.

Moonwatcher1904 Wed 03-Jun-26 00:32:00

Moonwatcher1904

I watched Everwood and really enjoyed it. I never read Anne of Green Gables when I was you so I didn't think I would enjoy Anne with an E but I gave it a go and now I'm in the middle of the second season.
My DH is actually following it which is unusual as I didn't think he'd be interested.

I meant to say when I was young.

Moonwatcher1904 Wed 03-Jun-26 00:13:13

I watched Everwood and really enjoyed it. I never read Anne of Green Gables when I was you so I didn't think I would enjoy Anne with an E but I gave it a go and now I'm in the middle of the second season.
My DH is actually following it which is unusual as I didn't think he'd be interested.

Wyllow3 Tue 02-Jun-26 23:43:53

(I was referring to Apex in first line)

"Remarkably Bright Creatures" is on the list as "quirky but rewarding"

(anyone got a Magnum ice to help me have a late viewing session...)

Wyllow3 Tue 02-Jun-26 23:40:57

Oo, that was recommended to me as "had to binge watch", but when I peeped it looked very dark.

So what is Department Q about? sounds it could be my kind of thing?

PS for free on Amazon Prime -
"The modern Miss Fisher Mysteries"

"Ab Fab light viewing" series, anyone else tried that one?

REKA Tue 02-Jun-26 23:12:00

Remarkable Bright Creatures is brilliant. Couple of friends had recommended it to me. I read the blurb and it really didn't appeal but we were having a quiet Sunday afternoon so we have it a go.

Fabulous film, it really is.

Oreo Tue 02-Jun-26 23:10:45

Just watched Apex tonight, it’s very good, nail biting in fact.

Oreo Tue 02-Jun-26 23:10:04

A very good British film is I Came By. The lead role is played by the Earl of Grantham😁not a sunny kind of role!😲

Oreo Tue 02-Jun-26 23:08:32

Then you would enjoy Dark Magenta8 👍🏻

Magenta8 Tue 02-Jun-26 20:38:37

Oreo

Legends, The Boroughs, Stranger Things, Dark, Katla, and many more, in fact too many to mention.

Stranger Things is addictive. I loved it.

CanadianGran Tue 02-Jun-26 20:36:37

I've enjoyed Apex , Nyad, and the lighthearted series Fisk.

merlotgran Tue 02-Jun-26 20:31:06

Oops. Sorry. Wrong thread. 😂😂

merlotgran Tue 02-Jun-26 20:30:06

Funny you should say that. I was just thinking today that I’d love a little coffee machine for pods. I’m getting bored with instant decaff. 😂

merlotgran Tue 02-Jun-26 20:22:45

Just started The Boroughs and I’m loving it. I thought it would be a kind of American Thursday Murder Club which I wasn’t keen on but it’s so much better.

MT62 Tue 02-Jun-26 20:11:25

bookwormbabe

Am enjoying Mindhunter, set in the 1970s in USA. FBI agents exploring the psychology behind acts of murder. I also enjoyed Department Q, a Scottish series - though it may not appeal to all because there was a lot of swearing.

Yes that mind hunter is brilliant.
So was ‘Monster’ the Ed Gein story but not for the faint hearted.

MissAdventure Tue 02-Jun-26 19:12:41

Ooh that sounds like my cup of tea!

MT62 Tue 02-Jun-26 19:11:38

‘The watcher’ based on a true story

JaneJudge Tue 02-Jun-26 18:10:51

Thank you there are loads we haven’t watched

We are watching four seasons atm I re watched season 1 with my husband as he hadn’t watched it and were now on season 2. Ann is my favourite, she’s such an underestimated character who is giving and open

MT62 Tue 02-Jun-26 17:03:29

Legends fab once passed first episode.
Griselda was fab & based on true story.