With spring break fast-approaching, you most likely have plans to go somewhere warm or travel home. Either way, there is an entire week all to yourself that will be perfect for catching up on some personal "me time" and what better way to do so than to relax and watch a bunch of shows! Here is a list of some highly recommended shows available on Netflix if you are looking for something new to get into or if you've already watched way too many television series in general and need a change.
1. "Weeds"
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There are many, many elements that make it worthwhile to immerse yourself into this show's eight seasons. First of all, Mary Louise Parker is phenomenal. Second of all, if you are already a fan of Jenji Kohan ("Orange Is The New Black"), then it is highly likely you will enjoy Weeds. Parker stars as the sometimes good but mostly bad matriarch Nancy Botwin who starts out selling marijuana to keep a roof over her family's head after her husband dies, and as you can imagine, things spiral out of control from there. If you wish for something "Breaking Bad"-esque, but want a little more humor, this show is highly recommended. Supporting cast includes SNL alum and Adam Sandler pal, Keavin Nealon, along with the quirky Justin Kirk as Nancy's pot-smoking brother in-law. Also the show's eight season stint welcomed many well-known guest stars such as "Modern Family's" Julie Bowen, Mary Kate Olson, and "Scandal's" Guillermo Diaz.
2. "Sons of Anarchy"
Another notable long-running television series is "Sons of Anarchy." The FX drama which ended its six-year run last year stars Charlie Hunnam as Jax Teller, the leader of a biker gang called the Sons of Anarchy that does everything in its power to remain together. It also stars Katie Sagal as Gemma Teller, Jax's mother and Ron Pearlman as the club's President. If you enjoy fast-paced crime shows with a bit of an edge, "Sons" is a very adequate choice. You wouldn't expect this to be a show that harbors complexity and strong character development, but perhaps the unexpected nature behind the series is one of its strongest attributes. One disclaimer, the show is very dark, so if you aren't particularly fond of violence and turmoil, chances are you'll want to skip it.
3. "New Girl"
To lighten things up is Fox's "New Girl" with Zoey Deschanel as Jessica Day. The show is currently in its fifth season, but the first four seasons are available on Netflix. It heavily resembles a modern day "Friends"/"How I Met Your Mother" and follows a group of roommates in California and how they go about their day-to-day strange situations. Deschanel's character is the main protagonist who maintains a balance between overly quirky but all around endearing. Arguably the strongest component of the show is Max Greenfield's character Schmidt, a narcissistic but hilarious businessman who is one of Jess' dysfunctional roommates. Jake Johnson, Lamar Morris, Daman Wayans Jr. and Hannah Simone also round out the comedic cast.
4. "Undeclared"
Here is another quality show on Netflix in which Charlie Hunnam played a role. Although its run was only one season long, it proves itself as one of Judd Apatow's most signature creations. Seth Rogen and Jason Segal were a part of the show before continuing on to another Apatow production, "Freaks and Geeks." A young Jay Baruchel is the main character who is beginning his freshman year at college and trying to find where he fits in socially. If you are a fan of Judd Apatow or any of these actors in general, taking the time to watch the one season is advised. It showcases the early comedic talent of many of some prominent comedy influences today, and it also includes a guest appearance from Will Ferrell, so how bad can it be?
