Well, hold the phone and stop the presses! You, my friend, have the impeccable taste of a discerning binge-watcher! AH-HEM! A fan of the exhilarating thrill ride that is Breaking Bad, AND you have a penchant for the poignant and gritty storytelling of “The Last of Us”? Well, ain’t you just a slice of terrific TV enjoyment pie!
Okay, okay, I hear ya, no more beating around the bush! You’re here for one thing and one thing only. You want the crème de la crème of thrills, chills, and spills in your viewing schedule, ideally from this shiny new decade we’re all tumbling through. So, without any more hullabaloo, here we go onto the TV show rollercoaster! Wee-hee-hee!
1. “Ozark”
Can’t get enough of those morally ambiguous characters and obtuse plot twists á la Breaking Bad? Well, tie your seatbelt and dive into the world of “Ozark”. Jason Bateman steps away from his comedic background and hops into the murkier waters of crime and the revved-up madness it brings along. ‘Cause when you mix a financial planner, a Mexican cartel, and the sleepy Lake Ozark, you ain’t just cooking up trouble, you’re cooking up a full-blown, down-south hurricane!
2. “Mindhunter”
Oh, you thought “The Last of Us” was teetering on the edge of darkness? Try chatting with the most heinous serial killers in history, pal! “Mindhunter” takes us on a deep dive into the twisted minds that gave us sleepless nights. Sounds cheery, right? Eh, probably not. But it makes for one attention-grabbing TV!
3. “The Outsider”
Stephen King ringing any bells? Yeah, I thought it might! “The Outsider”, based on his novel, takes you on a rollercoaster ride of supernatural suspense and disturbing revelations. It’s got it all – a horrifying murder, an inscrutable suspect and… did someone say ghoul?
4. “You”
Ever wondered what’s running through the head of your charming, friendly, oh-so-stalkery neighbor? No? Well, too late! “You” takes you hurtling down the dark alley of obsession, manipulation, and love. With a delicious side of sarcasm and wit, and a dash of upending psychological thrills, it’s a wicked potion you won’t be able to resist!
5. “The Boys”
Hey, hey, HEY! You love dramas, thrillers, AND you’ve caught superhero fever? Have I got a show for you! TV’s bad boys – “The Boys” – turns your superhero expectations on their head and into the stratosphere! “Justice League”? “Avengers”? Pfft! Gimme a break! Unmasking the dark underbelly of superhero stardom’s more fun!
6. “Stranger Things”
Remember when the ’80s greatest challenge was acid-wash jeans? So much for the good old days. With “Stranger Things”, you’re getting an explosive cocktail of adventure, terror, and, dare I say it, downright strangeness. Plus, nothing drives a plot like young friendships and interdimensional monsters!
7. “Money Heist”
Okay, imagine this, my friend. You’ve got the chance to print as much money as you want. Yeah, you heard me! But, you’re stuck inside The Royal Mint of Spain with some of the most fascinating characters, each with their own keeps-you-guessing story. “Money Heist” is a heart-throbbing ride that’s more addictive than free WiFi!
8. “Russian Doll”
Oh, you like suspense? How about reliving your death day, every day? Seems like a hoot right? “Russian Doll” marries humor, mystery, and a dash of existential crisis, wrapped up in a thrilling puzzle box. Trying to figure this one out will give you more turnovers than an apple pie factory!
9. “The Witcher”
Adventure? Check. Enthralling storylines? Check. Henry Cavill as a stoic monster hunter with a secret heart? CHECKMATE! With rich lore, stunning visuals, and a plot that would tie anyone’s noodle in knots, “The Witcher” is a gem waiting to be binged!
10. “Dark”
Go further down the rabbit hole than ever before with “Dark”. A tale of time travel, grim revelations, and a town with more secrets than a magician’s hat, this is one thriller you’ll be decoding long after the credits roll.
So there you have it! Ten thrilling shows to sink your teeth into! But which one do you start with!? (Cue dramatic music). Each one comes with its own unique charm and nail-biting excitement. However, if I were in your shoes (and assuming they’re not clown shoes, ’cause those things are HUGE), I’d kick things off with the “Ozark”.
Why you ask? Because Jason Bateman. There’s Breaking Bad feels aplenty with crime, ethical dilemmas, and that ‘oh-so-twisted’ human nature. Plus, it’s got a helluva storyline that keeps you hooked faster than a fresh donut at a police station. It takes the essence of what you loved about BB and pivots to a nerve-jangling suspense that’s just as addictive. So, pop the popcorn, fluff up that couch cushion, and get ready for some THRILLING TV!
