The presents are opened, the food has become leftovers, the radio stations have returned to their normal broadcasting, and the house (well, my house, at least) is trashed. Christmas has come and gone, but I hope you still have an extra day or two of rest and time with the people you love most.
My family actually has four family gatherings and parties left over the next week and a half. And we’ve got a little bit of shopping, crafting, cooking and movie-watching on the agenda for the days in between. I even have a couple work days scheduled in there. But I’m still hoping to fit in some real important television viewing.
But what to watch? WHAT TO WATCH? That IS the question.
Mark and I have spent a good part of 2014 watching Friday Night Lights. It’s taken us a very long time, but as we move through season five, our time with Coach and Coach’s wife is coming to a close. We need to find a new show, but I’m just not sure what’s next.
We already watch Castle, NCIS and Forever together. We used to watch Psych, Burn Notice and White Collar, but as of last week all three of those shows are over. So, clearly we like procedurals with a hook and quirky characters. Although, we’re open to other types of shows. FNL doesn’t fit into that description at all!
As I face this decision, crowd-sourcing is the obvious solution. I began my research on Facebook (where else?), where you all suggested Blacklist, West Wing, Suits and Robin Hood (BBC). Speaking of BBC, I’ve also had many people gasp in shock that I haven’t watched Sherlock – and I think that’s something Mark would like.
West Wing has been on my want-to-watch list for a long time, but it’s a LONG series. Friday Night Lights was five seasons of 13 episodes each, and it’s taken us several months to get through it. So the thought of more, longer seasons is a bit overwhelming. But so many people I trust have promised it’s worth it…
Blacklist is another one of those shows certain TV-loving friends have been surprised to hear that I’m not watching. It looked okay when it started, but I couldn’t find room in my schedule. Perhaps now is the time?
I already watch Suits (and wish Mark would’ve started it with me, because I know he’d like it, but he didn’t, so he’s out of luck), and I need to learn more about this Robin Hood.
But maybe there are other shows out there that we’d love? Perhaps a comedy? Or an old show I’ve completely forgotten about? Help me out, friends!
My hubby likes blacklist! I watch it every now and then. He says it is very nice. Do you watch Downton abbey, I’ve heard very good things about it.
I used to love Boston Legal (was kind of addicted to Danny Krane LOL)
I did watch Downton Abbey for a while but stopped a couple years ago. I’d love to get caught up, but my husband definitely won’t watch with me. :)
Ok, neither of these fit the categories you listed, but if you’ve never watched Friends, go buy Season 1 DVDs (or look it up on netflix if you have that) and start from the beginning. It’s 10 seasons long, hilarious & so much fun!
Second, same story….Big Bang Theory. Start from the beginning.
These are both just fun comedies. Both are rated PG-13 or R, so no little ones around when you watch them!
I love Friends and BBT! I actually haven’t watched much of the recent seasons of BBT, though – I should get caught up!
West Wing is next on my list. I still haven’t finished Friday Night Lights though! I’ve taken a year-long hiatus since watching season 2, apparently.
I read a lot of commentary that said season two was simply THE WORST. All I know is that it was ridiculous for a while but I didn’t stop and then I couldn’t stop and DANGIT, I LOVE THOSE PEOPLE. {Don’t tell me they’re not real. I just can’t take it!}
My husband and I are really enjoying watching Manhattan together. It’s about the Los Alamos project building the atomic bomb. Great characters and smart dialogue. The first season is on Hulu Plus. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3231564/
Also, Mad Men. I I know there is a lot of episodes. But it is so dang clever.
YES, I have always wanted to watch Mad Men and just haven’t! But yeah…so many seasons…
We’re watching West Wing and Cheers right now. We’ve made our way through Frasier, Friends, X-Files, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, and Ally McBeal.
Oooh, one day I’d love to rewatch Ally McBeal. I loved that show!
Hi Mary,
My daughter is 14, and we love ‘Monk’…we were devastated when Netflix discontinued offering it. ‘Leverage’ is great, as is ‘Once Upon a Time.’ We also enjoy ‘Psych.’ The BBC version of ‘Robin Hood’ is terrific, and ‘Merlin’ was also enjoyable. I have watched ‘Revenge’ on my own, since much of the storylines seemed a bit mature for Hannah. ‘Touch’ was a bit convoluted, and sometimes the plots felt forced, however it certainly made you think. I believe it only lasted 2 seasons.
Angela <
My mom just reminded me about Leverage. I always think that looks good. (And yes, we loved Monk and Psych, too!)