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TinMan · 06-14-2022, 07:37 PM

I am hooked on “Derry Girls” (Netflix). It set at a Northern Irish all-girls catholic school in the closing years of “The Troubles”. Believe it or not, it’s a comedy, and a damn smart one at that.

The entire ensemble cast is terrific, but my favorite is the headmistress Sister George Michael (even her name is hilarious). She is the biggest skeptic on the show. She became a nun it seems not because of a calling, but “free accommodations”.

What are the rest of you binge-watching?

mark77070 · 06-15-2022, 06:00 AM

Haven't found anything since "Ozark."
Paid amazon for the first season of Jeff Daniels in "The Network," which is compelling, but got tired of the high strung little blonde with the deplorable personality running up and down the aisles. I kept hoping she'd get knocked on her fat little ass by a fast freight train. It was more fun watching Poldark on his horse galloping along the white cliffs of Dover or wherever at least 5 times per episode.

RicardusRex68 · 06-15-2022, 08:50 AM

Have watched the first 7 episodes of Stranger Things Season 4 on Netflix; waiting for the last 2 episodes on July 1. Started Becoming Elizabeth on Starz this past Sunday.

TinMan · 06-15-2022, 09:29 AM

This season’s Stranger Things has really been good.

City_Punk77 · 06-15-2022, 10:22 AM

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This season’s Stranger Things has really been good.

Vecna looks like a veiny dick. The plot for s4 is good tho, can't wait for part 2.

Snowfall on Hulu is pretty good to, I just started S4.

Peaky blinders was an amazing show, I finished watching all 6 seasons in about 3 weeks.

ken11 · 06-15-2022, 02:07 PM

I figure most of the more popular shows will pop up in the thread.... but I highly recommend Mr. Inbetween on Hulu.

Kind of like HBO's Barry in theme (hitman, dark comedy), but Australian.

Go4it · 06-16-2022, 12:09 AM

For the older crowd The Komenski Method is outstanding. Netflix with Alan Arkin and Michael Douglas. 3 season

TinMan · 06-16-2022, 05:42 AM

Actually, it’s “The Kominsky Method” for those who may search for it, and it was outstanding. Truly laugh out loud on subject matters that oftentimes don’t lend themselves to much frivolity (aging and dying). Paul Reiser and Kathleen Turner in supporting roles were fabulous and real treats to see show up onscreen.

Luv4Fun · 06-16-2022, 11:14 AM

While it's not a brilliant show, I have really enjoyed watching The Boys. It's superheros behaving badly - lots of fun plus twisted.

goondawg · 06-16-2022, 12:31 PM

Obi Wan Kanobi on Disney+

Ralph Fults · 06-16-2022, 12:50 PM

Under the Banner of Heaven on Hulu is pretty good. Its about murder and crazy Mormons.

RicardusRex68 · 06-17-2022, 07:51 AM

Also add to my list The Offer (the making of The Godfather) on Paramount+.

TinMan · 06-17-2022, 07:54 AM

Paramount+ is really stepping up its original programming offerings. I’m trying to avoid picking up another paid subscription (I cut the cord a year ago to save money, and if I keep adding channels the effort will be futile), but P+ might be next on my list if I do decide to add another one.

mark77070 · 06-17-2022, 08:19 AM

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Under the Banner of Heaven on Hulu is pretty good. Its about murder and crazy Mormons.

I read the book years ago, and, yes, it's compelling. But sad. I got hooked on Krakauer from his book about the Everest disaster back in '96 or so.

City_Punk77 · 06-22-2022, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by RicardusRex68

Also add to my list The Offer (the making of The Godfather) on Paramount+.

I stopped watching after 10 mins.