12 Shows worth streaming right now
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If you're anything like us, you're constantly looking for new shows to stream. As per usual, we have you covered. Get ready to awkwardly ask that distant family friend for their Netflix password because we've got 12 shows worth streaming below.
Ramy - Hulu Editors Rating 10/10
I've been saying this for months. Ramy is the best show that no one's talking about. I mean sure, you'll see a tweet or two about it and yes, it won an Emmy, but it has yet to penetrate pop culture as it rightfully should. This show has everything. It's presented as a comedy but it grapples with serious themes of identity, mental health, sexuality, religion and more. While it focuses heavily on Ramy's faith and the immigrant experience, it's done in a way that doesn't preach. Every bigot should be forced to binge the first two seasons of Ramy. It's that good.
Fargo - FX & Hulu Editors Rating 8/10
It's always a treat to dive into the quirky world that is Fargo FX. This time around, we're thrusted into 1950s Kansas City, with Chris Rock leading a wild and eclectic bunch. It has everything you'd expect from the series at this point: Copious amounts of violence, a touch of the supernatural, long Shakespearian-esque monologues, etc. In fact if there's anything we had a problem with this season, it's those damn monologues. The characters are extra talky in this installment, each rambling on about the state of America as a whole. Nevertheless, Fargo served it's purpose. It made us laugh, it made us gasp and it made us gawk at the clever visuals and cinematography once again.
Dave - FX Editors Rating 7/10
Not gonna lie, we came in to this viewing experience pretty suspicious, because the trailer felt like it’d be a gentrified version of FX’s breakout show Atlanta. While it’s clear that Donald has proven that the formula works, Lil Dicky has carved out his own niche. “Dave” follows it's protagonist of the same name as he goes on a quest for rap superstardom, and there are some genuinely funny moments along the way. Lil Dicky shows off his chops as both a rapper and a comedic actor throughout, but the show stealer is his hypeman Gata. Initially presented as just a random hanger on, Gata leads the show's best episode about mental health.
Little Voices - Apple TV Editors Rating 7/10
If there's anything we can confidently say we're experts at it'd be starving, ambitious artists, and NYC. This story encapsulates both to a tee. It's a small, subtle tale about a talented musician trying to make it in the big city, filled with music and a few doses of romance. This show doesn't jump off the screen but it's a solid watch led by Brittany O' Grady. Little Voices also has a scene stealer though, as Kevin Valdez does amazing as the autistic, Theatre loving brother of the lead.
I am not okay with this - Netflix Editors Rating 6/10
Based on the book of the same name, the series places us in the eccentric, hipsterish world of Syd, an awkward, cynical teenager with newfound superpowers. The show stylishly depicts her coming of age tale as she navigates awkward relationships and the loss of her father. We're not saying it's the most memorable show ever, but it'll hold you over fa sho.
Little Fires Everywhere - Hulu Editors Rating (10/10)
If there's any show that held us down in the dog days of quarantine, it's this one right here. The suspense filled story takes place in a picture perfect town in the 90s, where everything is quickly upended in front of our eyes. Nothing is what is seems, y'all. As if the story isn't enough, we're treated to an absolute masterclass in acting by two masters at the peak of their dramatic careers. The sharp exchanges between Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington alone are worth the Hulu subscription. Plus tax.
Twenties - BET Editors Rating (7/10)
Just when we were starting to think BET was permanently synonymous with Tyler Perry, Lena Waithe came along and saved the day with “Twenties”. The show is awesomely directed and it’s protagonist “Hattie” is a refreshing site in terms of representation. Loosely based on Lena’s own life, “Twenties” follows Hattie as she pursues her dream of being a Hollywood TV writer.
I May Destroy You HBO Editors Rating 10/10
Listen, we've seen a lot of shows this year, some were better than others, yada, yada, yada. What we're not going to do is debate about which show was the most important thing streaming on this TV of ours. That distinction is reserved for I May Destroy You, powered by a Tour de Force performance from its creator Michaela Coel. The story, which deals with sexual assault heavily, is deeply personal to Michaela. It's told with such precision and realism that it very well may trigger PTSD to viewers with similar stories. Nonetheless it is a necessary watch, one in which you'll leave feeling more aware and more empowered with each passing episode.
Cherish the day OWN Editors Rating 6/10
Ava Duvernay's new anthology series doesn’t pop off the screen with excitement, but it has a niche and sticks to it well. It’s a slowly unfurling love story between two black leads from wildly different backgrounds. As the world tries to highlight their differences to pull them apart, the love birds fight for their love, through thick and thin. If you wear button up shirts with brunch boots, you’d probably love this show.
Grand Army Plaza Netflix Editors Rating 6/10
After reading about how the shows black writers were hushed and subsequently quit from the writers room, I came into this show with a side eye from the beginning. I may have even wrote a scathing review or two that still exists in the dark corners of article drafts on my phone. The reason that the review was never published though, is because the show actually turns out...dare I say...not half bad. Although we're a bit fatigued with the stereotypical tropes that it presents (We see why the writers dipped), there are a few things worth taking away from this show. An "Edgy" Pre teen will probably put Grand Army Plaza in their proverbial hall of fame, but we've aged out of this show's demographic. So I'll say this: It was aight.
High Fidelity - Hulu Editors Rating 7/10
Zoe Kravitz picks up where her mom left off, as the series is based on the movie of the same name. The show follows Rob, the owner of a struggling record store, as she deals with relationships and heartbreaks. It has the feel of Masters Of None (Netflix) at times, which isn’t a bad thing. It’s super hip, stylish and very NYC.
Lovecraft Country - HBO Editors Rating 8/10
Not even gonna lie, Lovecraft Country can at times be overly intricate and tough to keep up with. For those who do stick around though, there are some fantastic moments that fuse otherwordly horror with the horror that was the Jim Crow south. The references in some of the shots are outstanding. The team that created Lovecraft did their homework, and thanks to them, we have monsters that annihilate racists on screen. Sold yet?For more shows to stream and dope content click here