We love watching good, quality shows that give us that same gripping feeling after the fifth watch :whispers: but who’s counting? From Olivia Pope’s scandalous love affair with President Fitzgerald to beloved Walter White’s shocking transformation from chemistry teacher to drug kingpin, these stories hit just like the first time. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite shows we would watch all over again.
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“Luther”
It is never a dull moment when watching Idris Elba as the brilliant DCI detective John Luther. The tormented London detective takes viewers on a dark journey through morality and justice. In every episode, Luther confronts chilling criminals while battling his own demons, delivering good, nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat content.
“Scandal”
Oh, ABC’s Scandal held viewers by their edges every week with its shocking secrets, lies, and scandalous cover-ups. The show centers on Olivia Pope, a former White House Communications Director turned crisis manager, and her team of associates who handle high-stakes scandals for the nation’s elite. With a perfect mix of politics and personal drama, the show is so good we can’t rave about it enough—it’s an immediate replay.
“Snowfall”
Damson Idris’s portrayal of Franklin Saint in FX’s hit series, “Snowfall,” takes viewers on a wild ride as he unintentionally leads Los Angeles into one of the largest crack epidemics of the 1980s. The gritty rise and fall of a kingpin always makes for a compelling story.
“Desperate Housewives”
“Desperate Housewives” focuses on women who seem to live picture-perfect lives but are actually hiding buried secrets, scandals, and betrayals. Since its premiere in October 2004, the show delivered one scandalous moment after another. The women of Wisteria Lane were such a messy bunch, wouldn’t you agree?
“The Wire”
“The Wire” will always be remembered as an urban HBO classic. Set in Baltimore, the show tells a gripping tale where police, criminals, politicians, and the media collide. The notorious Omar Little, played by Michael K. Williams, consistently left an unforgettable impression in each episode. Is it binge-worthy? Absolutely.
“The Sopranos”
If you ever find yourself in a mobster movie marathon, “The Sopranos” is a must-watch. The groundbreaking show follows Tony Soprano, a mob boss who isn’t your average crime lord. He masterfully juggles his criminal enterprise, a legitimate waste management business, and his own complex personal life, all while dealing with panic attacks. Full of gripping drama, the show delivers one unforgettable moment after another.
“Insecure”
“Insecure” has aged like fine wine, serving up a perfect blend of comedy and relatable life hurdles for Issa and Molly. Each episode offers moments of personal insecurity that hit differently with every scene.
“New York Undercover”
“New York Undercover” was a solid show that followed Detectives J.C. Williams and Eddie Torres as they patrolled the streets of New York City, balancing their personal lives with high-crime cases. The best part of the show was the unforgettable live performances from favorite artists like Brandy, Boyz II Men, and many others.
“Game of Thrones”
The hit HBO series “Game of Thrones” is an epic fantasy of power and survival. It follows noble families as they fight for control of the Iron Throne in the Seven Kingdoms. With so many shocking twists, the show demands a rewatch to catch everything as the families battle for the throne.
“Grace & Frankie”
Who didn’t love watching “Grace & Frankie?” The comedy-drama follows two women whose lives are turned upside down after their husbands leave them for each other, forcing Grace and Frankie to create an unexpected friendship. The show was full of hilarious banter that makes you want to watch it all over again.
“Breaking Bad”
“Breaking Bad” was a brilliantly written series that followed Walter White, a high school chemistry teacher turned meth kingpin. The story is layered with compelling details in every scene, which keeps you hooked, even on your third viewing. And, who can get tired of watching Walter and Jesse’s chaotic relationship? Not us!
“Harlem”
If you enjoyed the ladies of “Sex and The City,” you will enjoy “Harlem.” The modern comedy-drama follows four Black women as they navigate love, careers, and friendship in New York. Viewers can’t seem to get enough of the relatable relationship challenges, career struggles, and the in-between moments that are both hilarious and relatable.
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