Streaming or currently airing TV shows (AKA Netflix thread) (70 Viewers)

[Idiot Boxer]

Does someone want to convince me The Bear is properly classified as a comedy.

Great show, but just because there are some funny lines does not a comedy make.

I don't consider it a comedy. There are some funny lines and moments in it, but it is more a drama vs comedy. Maybe it could be a dramedy, but I still think it's much more on the drama side. I do remember laughing when Carmy said to Richie, "Don't talk **** to me through the baby."

Yet it dominates the Emmy's every year in the Comedy category.

 

[Zow]

Does someone want to convince me The Bear is properly classified as a comedy.

Great show, but just because there are some funny lines does not a comedy make.

I don't consider it a comedy. There are some funny lines and moments in it, but it is more a drama vs comedy. Maybe it could be a dramedy, but I still think it's much more on the drama side. I do remember laughing when Carmy said to Richie, "Don't talk **** to me through the baby."

Yet it dominates the Emmy's every year in the Comedy category.

We've discussed that here. It's not a comedy.

 

[Runkle]

When that dude's mom died was probably the hardest I've laughed in a while. Hilarious show.

 

[Zow]

When that dude's mom died was probably the hardest I've laughed in a while. Hilarious show.

Five fishes episode was hi-larious.

 

[Pip's Invitation]

Does someone want to convince me The Bear is properly classified as a comedy.

Great show, but just because there are some funny lines does not a comedy make.

Basically, for the Emmys, if episodes are 1 hour, it’s a drama, if they are a half hour, it’s a comedy.

 

[The General]

“The Studio” which I think I’m the only person in here who liked it was nominated for the most Emmy’s in a single year (well tied with “The Bears” 2024 season).

This show doesn’t get enough love! Is really well put together show. Shot well, lots of nice touches, high quality Comedy.

 

[Runkle]

“The Studio” which I think I’m the only person in here who liked it was nominated for the most Emmy’s in a single year (well tied with “The Bears” 2024 season).

This show doesn’t get enough love! Is really well put together show. Shot well, lots of nice touches, high quality Comedy.

It is so close to real it's painful sometimes

 

[CletiusMaximus]

Does someone want to convince me The Bear is properly classified as a comedy.

Great show, but just because there are some funny lines does not a comedy make.

It’s properly classified as a comedy because of Succession, Better Call Saul and Severance.

 

[BlackCrowes]

“The Studio” which I think I’m the only person in here who liked it was nominated for the most Emmy’s in a single year (well tied with “The Bears” 2024 season).

This show doesn’t get enough love! Is really well put together show. Shot well, lots of nice touches, high quality Comedy.

It has some really good episodes (Ron Howard) and some real duds.

 

[Terminalxylem]

I tried watching season one of The Rehearsal and remember not liking it at all.
Guess I'll have to give it another shot.

Are you a fan of Fielder's previous work?

Honestly....didn't know he had previous work.

He's very hate-able. If you didn't like season 1, dip out and watch something else.

Love Nathan for You. Didn’t like the Reheasal S1, after the first couple episodes. Season 2 is much better imo.

 

[Dan Lambskin]

When that dude's mom died was probably the hardest I've laughed in a while. Hilarious show.

Five fishes episode was hi-larious.

7 fishes

 

[fatness]

When that dude's mom died was probably the hardest I've laughed in a while. Hilarious show.

Five fishes episode was hi-larious.

7 fishes

I'll bid 9.

 

[JB Breakfast Club]

Trainwreck documtaries on Netflix are all well done and interesting (they release weekly). Poop Cruise is the standout for laughs, but the serious ones are good, too.

 

[Wingnut]

Trainwreck documtaries on Netflix are all well done and interesting (they release weekly). Poop Cruise is the standout for laughs, but the serious ones are good, too.

The Storm Area 51 episode next week looks pretty good.

Trailer:
https://youtu.be/oHcLSh9nTD0?si=UDCL26cy59o9mK7K

 

[FarFromHome]

On Peacock. Nbc dateline produced new series called Survival Mode. Episode 2 was Maui Wildfires.

Im a little more emotionally attached then most I guess. My family and I lived on Maui for nearly a decade. Both my children basically grew up there. I've spent countless time in Lahaina. my entire family first learned to surf at the 505 beach downtown.

If you want first hand imagery of what that experience was like live, then this is the show to watch. Absolutely heartbreaking. Absolutely terrifying. So much footage and stories I hadn't seen. My goodness. Just such a great 40 minute watch.

 

[jamny]

We finished The Prisoner (1967). Never watched it before. I did a little research before starting and found out about various viewing orders for the show. Also, that Patrick McGoohan had only 7 episodes originally in mind, with an opening episode and 2 final episodes set in stone. I decided that I'd make a decision after the first 5 episodes and either continue with the full 17 episode run or just go to the final 2. Surprisingly, even my wife said we should continue with the whole thing after the first 5.
Overall, it was a fun, weird ride. More often than not, we weren't really sure wth was going on. Patrick McGoohan's deadpan delivery, the bizarre sets and ever changing plot lines definitely kept our interest and had us talking. It must really have been mind-blowing TV at the time.
Now, the final episode really kicked the weirdness to new levels. Not really sure what to think about it. I can't say I loved it since it didn't answer a lot of questions. It apparently wasn't received very well when it was broadcast and there are endless theories about what went on. I think that's what McGoohan wanted, although he supposedly had to leave the country for a while to get away from the angry crowds.
It's definitely not for everyone but worth checking out for something different.
Streaming on Prime. Now we're starting Danger Man.

 

[zoobird]

Has anybody else watched Foundation?

I thought the first season was really good for the most part

Three episodes into season two, and it's like a totally different show. Season 1 had interesting story and characters. So far, in Season 2, the story is all over the place, the main characters have mostly turned into whiny little !@#$%es and the new characters are the harfoots from War of the Rings but with magical powers (or something like that)

I haven't checked, but it seems like they must have switched producers between seasons

 

[El Floppo]

We finished The Prisoner (1967). Never watched it before. I did a little research before starting and found out about various viewing orders for the show. Also, that Patrick McGoohan had only 7 episodes originally in mind, with an opening episode and 2 final episodes set in stone. I decided that I'd make a decision after the first 5 episodes and either continue with the full 17 episode run or just go to the final 2. Surprisingly, even my wife said we should continue with the whole thing after the first 5.
Overall, it was a fun, weird ride. More often than not, we weren't really sure wth was going on. Patrick McGoohan's deadpan delivery, the bizarre sets and ever changing plot lines definitely kept our interest and had us talking. It must really have been mind-blowing TV at the time.
Now, the final episode really kicked the weirdness to new levels. Not really sure what to think about it. I can't say I loved it since it didn't answer a lot of questions. It apparently wasn't received very well when it was broadcast and there are endless theories about what went on. I think that's what McGoohan wanted, although he supposedly had to leave the country for a while to get away from the angry crowds.
It's definitely not for everyone but worth checking out for something different.
Streaming on Prime. Now we're starting Danger Man.

I loved The Prisoner...one of my favorite series.

I don't really remember the finale, but i remember walking away completely satisfied.

 

[Dan Lambskin]

We finished The Prisoner (1967). Never watched it before. I did a little research before starting and found out about various viewing orders for the show. Also, that Patrick McGoohan had only 7 episodes originally in mind, with an opening episode and 2 final episodes set in stone. I decided that I'd make a decision after the first 5 episodes and either continue with the full 17 episode run or just go to the final 2. Surprisingly, even my wife said we should continue with the whole thing after the first 5.
Overall, it was a fun, weird ride. More often than not, we weren't really sure wth was going on. Patrick McGoohan's deadpan delivery, the bizarre sets and ever changing plot lines definitely kept our interest and had us talking. It must really have been mind-blowing TV at the time.
Now, the final episode really kicked the weirdness to new levels. Not really sure what to think about it. I can't say I loved it since it didn't answer a lot of questions. It apparently wasn't received very well when it was broadcast and there are endless theories about what went on. I think that's what McGoohan wanted, although he supposedly had to leave the country for a while to get away from the angry crowds.
It's definitely not for everyone but worth checking out for something different.
Streaming on Prime. Now we're starting Danger Man.

I loved The Prisoner...one of my favorite series.

I don't really remember the finale, but i remember walking away completely satisfied.

We started it years ago but never finished it. I think there was also some sort of reboot or remake but I don’t remember if we finished that either

 

[Zow]

Has anybody else watched Foundation?

I thought the first season was really good for the most part

Three episodes into season two, and it's like a totally different show. Season 1 had interesting story and characters. So far, in Season 2, the story is all over the place, the main characters have mostly turned into whiny little !@#$%es and the new characters are the harfoots from War of the Rings but with magical powers (or something like that)

I haven't checked, but it seems like they must have switched producers between seasons

Yeah, and my takeaway is similar to yours. I did think season two got better. I'll watch the next season.

 

[El Floppo]

We finished The Prisoner (1967). Never watched it before. I did a little research before starting and found out about various viewing orders for the show. Also, that Patrick McGoohan had only 7 episodes originally in mind, with an opening episode and 2 final episodes set in stone. I decided that I'd make a decision after the first 5 episodes and either continue with the full 17 episode run or just go to the final 2. Surprisingly, even my wife said we should continue with the whole thing after the first 5.
Overall, it was a fun, weird ride. More often than not, we weren't really sure wth was going on. Patrick McGoohan's deadpan delivery, the bizarre sets and ever changing plot lines definitely kept our interest and had us talking. It must really have been mind-blowing TV at the time.
Now, the final episode really kicked the weirdness to new levels. Not really sure what to think about it. I can't say I loved it since it didn't answer a lot of questions. It apparently wasn't received very well when it was broadcast and there are endless theories about what went on. I think that's what McGoohan wanted, although he supposedly had to leave the country for a while to get away from the angry crowds.
It's definitely not for everyone but worth checking out for something different.
Streaming on Prime. Now we're starting Danger Man.

I loved The Prisoner...one of my favorite series.

I don't really remember the finale, but i remember walking away completely satisfied.

We started it years ago but never finished it. I think there was also some sort of reboot or remake but I don’t remember if we finished that either

Reboot was re-crap

 

[Buckna]

I'm Out!

Countdown (Amazon Prime) - Two episodes in and I just don't care anymore. Cops who don't 'play by the rules man' are brought together on a task force to stop some bad guys from doing a bad thing. The whole thing is just lazy. Big fan of Jensen Ackles, but I'm out.

Gave it a chance because of Ackles too, i think he’s one of the few bright spots in a pretty bland action drama that is not outright terrible but also isn’t very exceptional. Most of the cast is okay, but the main female character is the biggest weak link IMO. Don’t buy her as an undercover vice cop in the slightest. This feels like a show that could be so much better (stout cast, good production value, some talented people behind the scenes) but its missing something…

I’m still watching for some reason, 3rd episode was better as was episode 4. Episode 5 was pretty ridiculous where they basically almost caused a massive international incident and broke many, many laws. I think 6 dropped today. Not a type of show I generally watch and no idea how they would do a season 2 considering the setup for Ackles character background.

Edit: i did enjoy the glimpses into the background and motivation of the bad guy, thought those were some of the strongest parts of the show so far

 

[shuke]

New show on MGM : The Institute - Stephen King adaptation about gifted kids and the people that want to exploit them. Only two episodes posted thus far, but seems like it might be a good watch. Lots of familiar faces. It's doing what it is looking to do in the setup - the good guys are good and we care about them, and the bad guys are bad and we want them to get what's coming to them. The kid in the lead role is lights out, I'm buying everything he's selling.

Really liked this book. Damn, I guess I need to get another streaming service.

 

[mr. furley]

Someone mentioned earlier about Homicide: Life on the Street so I started this series. I am sucker for cop shows but never watched this one when it came out

Homicide, The Corner, The Wire.. all inter-related. all very good.

 

[Dan Lambskin]

New show on MGM : The Institute - Stephen King adaptation about gifted kids and the people that want to exploit them. Only two episodes posted thus far, but seems like it might be a good watch. Lots of familiar faces. It's doing what it is looking to do in the setup - the good guys are good and we care about them, and the bad guys are bad and we want them to get what's coming to them. The kid in the lead role is lights out, I'm buying everything he's selling.

Really liked this book. Damn, I guess I need to get another streaming service.

Sounds interesting. I’ll wait until it wraps and then subscribe for a month and cancel

 

[beer 30]

Going to start The Looming Tower. Just saw a review about the book and learned there was a series about it so thought I'd give it a go. All about everything 9/11 related.

 

[waiver wire]

Someone mentioned earlier about Homicide: Life on the Street so I started this series. I am sucker for cop shows but never watched this one when it came out

Homicide, The Corner, The Wire.. all inter-related. all very good.

I have never heard of The Corner. I will look for that when I am done with Homicide
thanks

 

[El Floppo]

Someone mentioned earlier about Homicide: Life on the Street so I started this series. I am sucker for cop shows but never watched this one when it came out

Homicide, The Corner, The Wire.. all inter-related. all very good.

I have never heard of The Corner. I will look for that when I am done with Homicide
thanks

Prequel to The Wire. Came out before the wire...4 episodes iirc. It was amazing.

 

[CGRdrJoe]

yes chef, yes chef… the bear? nope latest episode of it’s always sunny

 

[BLOCKED_PUNT]

New show on MGM : The Institute - Stephen King adaptation about gifted kids and the people that want to exploit them. Only two episodes posted thus far, but seems like it might be a good watch. Lots of familiar faces. It's doing what it is looking to do in the setup - the good guys are good and we care about them, and the bad guys are bad and we want them to get what's coming to them. The kid in the lead role is lights out, I'm buying everything he's selling.

Really liked this book. Damn, I guess I need to get another streaming service.

Sounds interesting. I’ll wait until it wraps and then subscribe for a month and cancel

too bad y'all didn't get in on the prime day deal but they prob do it every year

 

[BLOCKED_PUNT]

i liked it

 

[InDitkaWeTrust]

Just found Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Prime. I'm only a few eps into season 1, but it seems like an update version of the original series in that each ep is a story unto itself. My ADHD kindof appreciates that. Overall, I am enjoying it. Anyone else watching or previously watched?

 

[El Floppo]

Just found Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Prime. I'm only a few eps into season 1, but it seems like an update version of the original series in that each ep is a story unto itself. My ADHD kindof appreciates that. Overall, I am enjoying it. Anyone else watching or previously watched?

I thought it was an old show. the wife and I just glanced at it on the list and shrugged it off. will give it a try- thanks for the suggestion.

 

[thecatch]

Just found Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Prime. I'm only a few eps into season 1, but it seems like an update version of the original series in that each ep is a story unto itself. My ADHD kindof appreciates that. Overall, I am enjoying it. Anyone else watching or previously watched?

I like it a lot. It feels a lot like a contemporary version of the Next Generation episodes I watched as a kid.

 

[Yankee23Fan]

Funny. I just started Strange New Worlds as well. Always loved Star Trek and this works.

 

[Runkle]

Yeah. Strange New Worlds is surprisingly good.

 

[Runkle]

...and the crossover episode with Lower Decks was amazing. Chefs-kiss worthy. I haven't had that much fun watching Trek in a long time.