# Series you've recently watched, are now watching or have given up on **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Tags:** tv-shows-scripted\ **Created:** [July 9, 2021, 5:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108 "2021-07-09T17:50:52Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 419
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 2:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8368 "2026-02-27T14:37:45Z")
> [@Spice\_Weasel](#): > > I never watched the show but I enjoyed listening to Big Joel complain about it. He’s a YouTuber who often does thoughtful video essays on cool stuff but my favorite is when he’s just mad about something. And rather than complaining about Mr. Beast controversies he’s just mad the games themselves are not better designed. Yes, the games were incredibly week. They need to take a long look at the show and try to find ways to make the late game interesting. It currently is just tedious. ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8369 "2026-02-27T14:38:09Z")
> [@ShadowFacts](#): > > I loved this whole series. A delightful surprise. I don’t think you will be disappointed. Joe Schmo was also such a great show. They had a recent revival and it was hilarious. ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8370 "2026-02-27T14:38:38Z")
> [@solost](#): > > ETA: Holy coinkidink, Batman! As I was typing this post I have the Today Show on in the background, and they just announced ‘Jury Duty: Season 2’ is coming… No Jury or trial this time. It’s a fake company retreat. ---
**Author:** ![Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/elmer_j.fudd/32/1211_2.png) [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elmer_J.Fudd)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 2:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8371 "2026-02-27T14:49:54Z")
We watched the first two episodes of the resurrected **Scrubs**. Exact same vibe as 20+ years ago which means that the characters have had zero character growth. That’s okay, and there are still plenty of laughs. This might be one of those shows I neglect in my “continue watching” queue until there’s an evening I don’t feel like exercising my brain. ---
**Author:** ![Oswald\_Bastable](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/oswald_bastable/32/214_2.png) [@Oswald\_Bastable](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Oswald_Bastable)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 3:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8372 "2026-02-27T15:40:24Z")
> [@Chefguy](#): > > We started **Deadwater Fell** last night. A Scottish murder mystery starring Cush Jumbo and David Tennant. An atmospheric effort, but it’s holding our interest. Watched this a couple of years ago. Enjoyed it - although I’m not sure that’s really the right expression to use as it’s one of the bleakest things I’ve watched in years, and I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re the kind of fan of Tennant who likes him as a human being, rather than just as an actor. OB ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8373 "2026-02-27T15:49:53Z")
> [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](#): > > We watched the first two episodes of the resurrected **Scrubs**. Exact same vibe as 20+ years ago which means that the characters have had zero character growth. That’s okay, and there are still plenty of laughs. This might be one of those shows I neglect in my “continue watching” queue until there’s an evening I don’t feel like exercising my brain. We liked it, but it is disappointing that: - Elliot and JD divorced - Dr. Cox is only going to be in 3 episodes ---
**Author:** ![Spice\_Weasel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/spice_weasel/32/5435_2.png) [@Spice\_Weasel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spice_Weasel)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8374 "2026-02-27T16:26:04Z")
> [@Mahaloth](#): > > No Jury or trial this time. It’s a fake company retreat. It’s actually the preview for the company retreat season that prompted us to go back and watch Jury Duty. We were like, “this looks pretty good, actually.” It seems like they just find the most chill, good-natured person and put them in this wild situation to see how they respond. ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 4:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8375 "2026-02-27T16:42:53Z")
> [@Spice\_Weasel](#): > > It seems like they just find the most chill, good-natured person and put them in this wild situation to see how they respond. Yes, the main goal of any show like this is to find a real person that we can like and cheer for. The Joe Schmo show does very well at this. Check out Joe Schmo if you are interested. This year, it was a fake reality show with crazy events happening all the time. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 4:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8376 "2026-02-27T16:50:56Z")
> [@ShadowFacts](#): > > This sounds up my alley. Where are you watching it? > > (Can folks please remember to post what service they are using to watch various shows in this fragmented media era??) It’s on Britbox. And my bad on the channel. In my OP (or somewhere thereafter), I specifically mentioned that responses should include where programs can be found. ---
**Author:** ![ShadowFacts](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/shadowfacts/32/2934_2.png) [@ShadowFacts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShadowFacts)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8377 "2026-02-27T17:48:14Z")
> [@Chefguy](#): > > It’s on Britbox. Thank you! ---
**Author:** ![DrDeth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/b487fb/32.png) [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8378 "2026-02-27T19:58:52Z")
> [@ShadowFacts](#): > > (Can folks please remember to post what service they are using to watch various shows in this fragmented media era??) PLEASE! I dont get Netflix, in fact I hate it, but it seems like everyone here assumes everyone has it. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 9:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8379 "2026-02-27T21:19:29Z")
> [@DrDeth](#): > > I dont get Netflix, in fact I hate it, but it seems like everyone here assumes everyone has it. I’m not crazy about it, but it generally has a wider selection of shows and is cheaper than some other PPV sites. Most of my hate is for Hulu, which is expensive and doesn’t seem to change their lineup very often. I have a subscription, but it’s been on hold for many months and I’ll likely just cancel it (again). ---
**Author:** ![Loach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/loach/32/350_2.png) [@Loach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Loach)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2026, 9:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8380 "2026-02-27T21:40:23Z")
Just finished the latest season of _All Creatures Great and Small._ It remains a good palette cleanser from all the dark and heavy shows that are on. I had to look up the woman you plays Charlotte this season. She looked very familiar. I realized it’s because she looks like a young Emma Thompson who happens to be her mother. ---
**Author:** ![JohnGalt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johngalt/32/184_2.png) [@JohnGalt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnGalt)\ **Post date:** [February 28, 2026, 12:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8381 "2026-02-28T00:44:03Z")
I find that looking up a show on IMDB accurately lists where it’s playing. Beware if it lists Amazon because that might just mean it’s for sale or rent. I always thought that a streaming consolidator service would be successful. Look up a film or series and it finds whatever platform it’s on, and handles a micropayment to that platform on your behalf if you watch it. That way you wouldn’t have to subscribe to several to cover whatever you want to watch. The chances of that happening is slim to none, given the behemoths running the platforms being greedy. ---
**Author:** ![Gyrate](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/gyrate/32/3588_2.png) [@Gyrate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gyrate)\ **Post date:** [February 28, 2026, 1:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8382 "2026-02-28T13:40:57Z")
I’m gonna plug a YouTube series I’ve been following: The Moon Woke Up. https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PLn-XznRE63Q9CmQKZTrjpmphqaUvElp-K&wmode=transparent&rel=0&autohide=1&showinfo=1&enablejsapi=1 It’s animated sci-fi comedy horror that will not appeal to everyone but has certainly hit the sweet spot for me in terms of all the elements including the dark humor that has made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions. ---
**Author:** ![Raza](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/raza/32/213_2.png) [@Raza](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Raza)\ **Post date:** [February 28, 2026, 3:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8383 "2026-02-28T15:39:16Z")
I use (web site or link from Letterboxd ; haven’t used their own app) > **[JustWatch - The Streaming Guide](https://www.justwatch.com/)** > > All your streaming services in one app. ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [February 28, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8384 "2026-02-28T16:09:36Z")
> [@Raza](#): > > I use (web site or link from Letterboxd ; haven’t used their own app) Yep, Letterboxd linked with JustWatch has been amazing. I discover new movies and click the little box to find out where it streams. ---
**Author:** ![Raza](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/raza/32/213_2.png) [@Raza](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Raza)\ **Post date:** [February 28, 2026, 5:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8385 "2026-02-28T17:30:37Z")
Just to add a further tip: you can select which services you use, and - at least in the Letterboxd app - then optionally choose to filter films in your watch list by “streaming” (versus rent/buy). ---
**Author:** ![Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/elmer_j.fudd/32/1211_2.png) [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elmer_J.Fudd)\ **Post date:** [March 1, 2026, 3:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8386 "2026-03-01T03:34:37Z")
I watched this in France last fall and noticed it just dropped on US Netflix. > [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](#): > > **Nero: The Assasin** > > A lightweight period adventure with some good humor despite the apocalyptic religious mumbo jumbo (Papal intrigue and witches). The lead is a pretty despicable rogue who is surprisingly likable for no reason I can pin down. ---
**Author:** ![BlankSlate](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/blankslate/32/80_2.png) [@BlankSlate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BlankSlate)\ **Post date:** [March 1, 2026, 11:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108/8387 "2026-03-01T23:51:36Z")
I’ve been watching _Steal_ on Prime starring Sansa Stark. It’s pretty bad. Don’t watch it. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108.md?page=418) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/series-youve-recently-watched-are-now-watching-or-have-given-up-on/946108.md?page=420)