6 Binge-Worthy Shows To Watch This Summer | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

6 Binge-Worthy Shows To Watch This Summer

Great picks if you're looking for something to watch on Netflix or Xfinity

52
6 Binge-Worthy Shows To Watch This Summer
hollywoodsblackrenaissance.com

Looking for something to watch on Netflix or Xfinity? Did one of your favorite shows get canceled?

Here's a list of top six worthy shows I recommend:

1. 'How to Get Away With Murder' (ABC)

Launched in 2014 and heading into its fourth season, HTGAWM follows defense of law professor and criminal defense attorney Annalise Keating (played by Oscar-winner Viola Davis) and a group of students along with her associates in a series of cases and mysteries that tests everyone's limits. Although the show uses a lot of shock and disbelief factors, it combines brilliant grit and wit along with sarcasm, charisma, complex morals and character development. Definitely worth a watch! You will find yourself wanting more!


2. 'Vikings' (History Channel)

Written as a historical fiction, Vikings looks at the Viking leader and hero of Old Norse sagas, Ragnar Lothbrok, a farmer turned Scandinavian king of Kattegat. Burning with the desire to travel west, Ragnar embarks on a series of raids to discover new civilizations and conquer new land. Ragnar's ambition however eventually turns his world upside down. Viewers looking for a decent, cheaper Viking film will not be disappointed. The series has clever and charming writing, top-notch acting with fascinating characters and grueling power struggles (although historians will argue that it takes a lot of creative liberties).

3. 'Grimm' (NBC)

Although the series officially ended with six seasons (a long-running show), it's still worth a go compared to the other flat-out NBC failures such as Emerald City and Powerless with low viewer ratings and terrible script-writing (PS: all you need is a preview to know how terrible they are). Grimm takes place in Portland, Oregon with homicide detective Nick Burkhardt (Buddymoon and upcoming Mission Control star, David Giuntoli) who descends from a long line of hunters known as Grimms working on cases that involve half human, half creature suspects. Based off of Grimm's fairy tales, Grimm cleverly combines fairy tales with crime fiction drama, mixing it with present-day plots. The show had a lot of potential, clever tongue and cheek writing (if that's your cup of tea), a wonderful cast, amazing special effects, plot twists and a supportive fan network.


4 'Attack on Titan'

Based on the Japanese manga series, where the fate of humanity is threatened by gigantic humanoids that eat humans, Attack on Titan is the one series with advanced, top-notch writing that leaves the viewer asking for more by answering some plot questions and then posing a few more.

5. 'The White Queen' (STARZ).

An original miniseries that began in 2013, The White Queen follows the historical fiction of three ladies fighting in an endless power struggle for the throne of England, set in the War of the Roses. Like Game of Thrones, in that, it involves a ruthless battle for power except through the mindset of women.

6. 'Outlander'

Based on the series by Diana Gabaldon, Outlander is a historical fiction following World War II army nurse Claire Randall as she travels back in time to 17th Century Scotland where she encounters the Scottish highlander James Fraser and the dark, sadistic British Officer, Capt. Jonathan ("Black-Jack") Randall (an ancestor of her husband). Claire finds herself caught between two men and two inharmonious lives. The series takes place in the beautiful landscape of Scotland with wit, humor, grit, ingenuity, sex and violence. Critics are calling it an excellent adaptation of the books. It's not late to catch up. The series launches its third season, premiering in September!



Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
friends
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

If I have learned one thing in my lifetime, it is that friends are a privilege. No one is required to give you their company and yet there is some sort of shared connection that keeps you together. And from that friendship, you may even find yourself lucky enough to have a few more friends, thus forming a group. Here are just a few signs that prove your current friend group is the ultimate friend group.

Keep Reading...Show less
ross and monica
FanPop

When it comes to television, there’s very few sets of on-screen siblings that a lot of us can relate to. Only those who have grown up with siblings knows what it feels like to fight, prank, and love a sibling. Ross and Monica Geller were definitely overbearing and overshared some things through the series of "Friends," but they captured perfectly what real siblings feel in real life. Some of their antics were funny, some were a little weird but all of them are completely relatable to brothers and sisters everywhere.

Keep Reading...Show less
Sorority Girls
Owl Eyes Magazine

College is a great place to meet people, especially through Greek life. If you look closely at sororities, you'll quickly see there are many different types of girls you will meet.

1. The Legacy.

Her sister was a member, her mom was a member, all of her aunts were members, and her grandma was a member. She has been waiting her whole life to wear these letters and cried hysterically on bid day. Although she can act entitled at times, you can bet she is one of the most enthusiastic sisters.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

10 Reasons Why Life Is Better In The Summertime

Winter blues got you down? Summer is just around the corner!

453
coconut tree near shore within mountain range
Photo by Elizeu Dias on Unsplash

Every kid in college and/or high school dreams of summer the moment they walk through the door on the first day back in September. It becomes harder and harder to focus in classes and while doing assignments as the days get closer. The winter has been lagging, the days are short and dark, and no one is quite themselves due to lack of energy and sunlight. Let's face it: life is ten times better in the summertime.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Things That Describe You and Your College Friends

The craziest, funniest, and most unforgettable college memories are impossible to create without an amazing group of friends.

232
College Friends
Marina Lombardi

1. You'll never run out of clothes when you have at least four closets to choose from.

2. You embrace and encourage each other’s horrible, yet remarkable dance moves.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments