Great TV Series

[murf]

I only started watching Vigil because I thought it was on consecutive nights with it being Sunday - Monday...... but now we have to wait. Not happy.

[forestfan]

I only started watching Vigil because I thought it was on consecutive nights with it being Sunday - Monday...... but now we have to wait. Not happy.

They like doing that bank holiday double-header trick…

I think it’s good in this streaming/on-demand world that it’s not just sport and reality crap that people watch “live” and can discuss and build up the anticipation for the next episode etc. Mind you, some people would probably binge-watch a Premier League season if it was possible…

[morganb]

I only started watching Vigil because I thought it was on consecutive nights with it being Sunday - Monday...... but now we have to wait. Not happy.

I was going to watch it but the idea of Suranne Jones in the lead role of Vigil Van Dijk put me off

(Previously there was a film called Rush where the main character looked nothing like Ian so I didn't watch that either)

[murf]

Wish I'd used that logic on the remake of Van Der Vaart. It was rubbish and the blonde bloke out of Hustle looked nothing like him - didn't even dye his hair.

[blahblah]

I only started watching Vigil because I thought it was on consecutive nights with it being Sunday - Monday...... but now we have to wait. Not happy.

I was going to watch it but the idea of Suranne Jones in the lead role of Vigil Van Dijk put me off

(Previously there was a film called Rush where the main character looked nothing like Ian so I didn't watch that either)

Genius

[jacool]

I totally missed "Broadchurch" when it came out. Just finished series 1 and really enjoyed it. ready for 2 now.

[happyhoppy]

I’ve stumbled across a brilliant series (5 seasons) which is nearly 20 years old called six feet under which apparently is highly acclaimed at the same breaking bad type levels of acclaim. We’re loving it nearly finished season 1. Anyone watched it? It’s on sky Atlantic. It features a very young “dexter” but the writing and acting is top notch. Upscaling not overly great due to the original airing date.

Wiki entry :-
Six Feet Under received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its writing and acting, and consistently drew high ratings for the HBO network. It is regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time, included on best-of lists by Time,[1] The Guardian,[2] and Empire.[3] The show's finale has also been described as one of the greatest television series finales.[4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12] The series won numerous awards, including nine Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Peabody Awar

[Lister]

Just watched the 1st episode of Fever Pitch! The rise if the Premier league on BBC 2 found it really good a lot of memories and some great interviews. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[Darbyand]

I’ve stumbled across a brilliant series (5 seasons) which is nearly 20 years old called six feet under which apparently is highly acclaimed at the same breaking bad type levels of acclaim. We’re loving it nearly finished season 1. Anyone watched it? It’s on sky Atlantic. It features a very young “dexter” but the writing and acting is top notch. Upscaling not overly great due to the original airing date.

Wiki entry :-
Six Feet Under received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its writing and acting, and consistently drew high ratings for the HBO network. It is regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time, included on best-of lists by Time,[1] The Guardian,[2] and Empire.[3] The show's finale has also been described as one of the greatest television series finales.[4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12] The series won numerous awards, including nine Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Peabody Awar

It often seems to get left out of current debates about the greatest series in the noughties golden age (Sopranos, Wire, BB) but it is superb. One of the first to transfer Hollywood production values and talent into long TV series. And yes, when you get to the final episode they did one of the best there too.

[happyhoppy]

I’ve stumbled across a brilliant series (5 seasons) which is nearly 20 years old called six feet under which apparently is highly acclaimed at the same breaking bad type levels of acclaim. We’re loving it nearly finished season 1. Anyone watched it? It’s on sky Atlantic. It features a very young “dexter” but the writing and acting is top notch. Upscaling not overly great due to the original airing date.

Wiki entry :-
Six Feet Under received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its writing and acting, and consistently drew high ratings for the HBO network. It is regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time, included on best-of lists by Time,[1] The Guardian,[2] and Empire.[3] The show's finale has also been described as one of the greatest television series finales.[4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12] The series won numerous awards, including nine Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Peabody Awar

It often seems to get left out of current debates about the greatest series in the noughties golden age (Sopranos, Wire, BB) but it is superb. One of the first to transfer Hollywood production values and talent into long TV series. And yes, when you get to the final episode they did one of the best there too.

We are well into S2 and no let up in quality. A shame it’s a bit dated but doesn’t detract too much. Going to keep us going a while!

[forestfan]

Just watched the 1st episode of Fever Pitch! The rise if the Premier league on BBC 2 found it really good a lot of memories and some great interviews. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

Yeah, thought it was pretty decent and brought back a lot of memories, though a bit too focused on United/Cantona and Blackburn/Shearer - I know you can’t cover everything, but surprise pacesetters Norwich I don’t think even got a mention, and United’s eventual main title rivals Villa barely did.

Guess next episode will be the kung-fu kick, so yet more Eric… it’s certainly a “where were you” moment anyway (listening to a Forest match on Radio Nottingham, myself!)

[bluelionman]

Just watched the first 2 episodes of Fever Pitch on the iPlayer last night and yep though it was good - defoe dated and poor picture quality back then - amazing how far TV has come, also the short shorts are hiddious.

[bluelionman]

A few nights ago I found online 'Valley of Tears' (in Arabic & Hebrew with English subtitles).



Premise: On October 6th 1973, the Middle East was shaken by the biggest war it had ever seen. A war that should have been the last one, and that forever changed the region.

I found it a good watch and look forward to season 2 - supposedly focusing on the Southern frontline.

If you wanna stream it for free (with English subtitles) this is where I found it:

https://streamcomplet.tips/episodes/val ... 3bT6htsFwM

If you wish to read my full review on this 10 part series you can in my 'Box Set and TV Series' review group on Facebook here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1752780988380325

[blahblah]

Sounds good

Sex Education (Netflix) have managed a good 3rd Series even allowing for some Carry On type sex scenes ie bouncing boobs in bras as she rides.....

[murf]

RIP Boycie (John Challis)

Not only Only Fools but brilliant in the under-rated spin off Green Green Grass.

Supporting cast in OF&H is getting a bit Dad's Army these days

[forestfan]

Yeah, they might struggle for another Christmas special…

[plasticninja]

I don't know if it has been mentioned on here previously but Narcos and Narcos Mexico on Netflix is good.
All about the drug cartels.

[bluelionman]

RIP Boycie (John Challis)

Not only Only Fools but brilliant in the under-rated spin off Green Green Grass.

Supporting cast in OF&H is getting a bit Dad's Army these days

I'll have to find that online (Green Green Grass) - I never knew there was a spin off of OF&H.

[bluelionman]

I don't know if it has been mentioned on here previously but Narcos and Narcos Mexico on Netflix is good.
All about the drug cartels.

Yeah I am currently working my way through Narcos (done the first 2 seasons). Takes me ages as I always have between 50 - 75 shows on the go at any one time.

My current list of shows I'm rotating and where I'm at with each:

TV SHOWS & MINI SERIES CURRENTLY ON THE GO

Name – Next Episode due to watch

24: (2001–2010 & 2014) – S8 E1
60 DAYS IN JAIL (2016–Present) – S2 E8
ALIAS (2001–2006) – S1 E12
ANOTHER LIFE (2019–Present) – S2 E1
ASH vs THE EVIL DEAD (2015–2018) – S3 E1
AUF WIEDERSEHEN PET (1983–1986 & 2002–2004) – S2 E2
BALLERS (2015–2019) – S5 E1
BEDTIME STORIES (????–Present) – S1 E6
BLACKADDER (1983–1989) – S1 E1
BLACKLIST (2013–Present) S1 E1
BLACK WIDOW (PENOZA) (2010–2017) – S4 E1 (in Dutch with English subtitles)
BLAKES 7 (1978–1981) – S2 E1
BREAKING BAD (2008–2013) – S5 E1
CAPRICA (2010) – S1 E1
CAR SHARE (2015–2020) – S1 E1
COBRA (2020–Present) – S2 E1
COBRA KAI (2018–Present) – S2 E4
CONDOR (2018–Present) – S2 E1
CONTINUUM (2012–2015) – S1 E1
DAS BOOT* (2018–Present) – S3 E1 (in German/French with English subtitles) *WWII
DEEP STATE (2018–Present) – S3 E1
DERRY GIRLS (2018–Present) – S2 E1
DEXTER (2006–2013) – S2 E1
DROP THE DEAD DONKEY (1990–1998) – S1 E5
ELEMENTARY (2012–2019) – S2 E1
FAWLTY TOWERS (1975–1979) – S1 E1
FEAR THE WALKING DEAD (2015–Present) – S5 E1
FIRST WAVE (1998–2001) – S1 E11
GAME OF THRONES (2011–2019) – S1 E1
GOGGLEBOX (2013–Present) – S4 E6
GOMORRAH (2014–Present) – S4 E1 (in Italian with English subtitles)
GOSSIP GIRL (2007–2012) – S5 E9
HARD KNOCKS (2001–Present) – S6 E1
HOW TO ROB A BANK (4OD) – S1 E3
INTO THE NIGHT (2020–Present) – S3 E1 (dubbed into English - originates from Belgium)
JACK RYAN (2018–Present) – S2 E1
JUSTIFIED (2010–2015) – S6 E6
KILLING EVE (2008–Present) – S4 E1
LIFE AND FATE* (2012) – S1 E? (in Russian with English subtitles) *WWII
LOST IN SPACE (2018–Present) – S2 E1
LUTHER (2010–2019) – S1 E2
MAFIOSA (2006–2014) – S3 E5
MASTERS OF THE AIR (????) – S1 E1
MYANS (2018–Present) – S2 E1
NARCOS (2015–2017) – S3 E1 (in Spanish with English subtitles)
NAZI MEGA STRUCTURES/WEAPONS* (2013) – S2 E2 *WWII
NAZI VICTORY: THE POST WAR PLAN* (2018) – S1 E5 *WWII
NIGHTFLYERS (2018–Present) – S1 E1
NIKITA (2010–2013) – S4 E1
ONLY FOOLS & HORSES (1981–2003) – S3 E1
OPAL HUNTERS (2018–Present) – S2 E4
OZ (1997–2003) – S1 E1
PEAKY BLINDERS (2013–Present) – S2 E1
PEEP SHOW (2003–2015) – S1 E1
POWER (2014–2020) – S3 E1
PRIMEVAL (2007–2011) – S3 E1
PROJECT BLUE BOOK (2019–Present) – S2 E1
QUANTUM LEAP (1989–1993) – S1 E1
ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO (2019–Present) – S1 E1
SALVATION (2017–2018) – S2 E1
SEAL TEAM (2017–Present) – S2 E1
SHERLOCK (2010–2017) – S2 E3
SHOOTER (2016–2018) – S2 E1
SIX (2017–2018) – S2 E1
SKINS (2007–2013) – S7 E3
SNOWFALL (2017–Present) – S5 E1
SOUTHLAND (2009–2013) – S3 E1
SPENDER (1991–1993) – S1 E1
SPOOKS (2002–2011) – S3 E1
STARGATE SG1 (1997–2007) – S1 E1
STAR WARS REBELS (2014–2018) – S4 E1
STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS (2008–2014) – S1 E1
STRIKE BACK (2010–Present) – S7 E1
SUPERSTAR DJ'S WITH ANNIE MAC (2014–2015) – S1 E3
THE 100 (2014–2020) – S1 E1
THE AMAZING RACE (2001–Present) – S2 E1
THE AMERICANS (2013–2018) – S6 E1
THE BORDER (2008–2010) S1 E6
THE EXPANSE (2015–Present) – S1 E1
THE LAST SHIP (2014–2018) – S3 E1
THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE* (2015–2019) – S4 E1 *post WWII
THE PACIFIC (2010) S1 E1
THE PROTECTORS (1972–1974) – S1 E2
THE PUNISHER (2017–2019) – S2 E1
THE RAT PATROL* (1966–1968) – S1 E19 *WWII
THE SABOTEURS / THE HEAVY WATER WAR* (2015) – S1 E1 (in Norwegian/German/ Danish & English with English subtitles) *WWII
THE SHIELD (2002–2008) – (Wins & Losses net episode comes between end of S5 & start of S6) S6 E1
THE SOPRANOS (1999–2007) – S2 E1
THE VAMPIRE DIARIES (2009–2017) – S5 E19
THE WALKING DEAD (2010–Present) – S9 E1
THE YOUNG ONES (1982–1984) – S1 E1
TOP BOY (2011–Present) – S4 E1
TOUR OF DUTY (1987–1990) – S2 E1
TRAVELERS (2016–2018) – S2 E1
V (1983) – S1 E1
V: THE FINAL BATTLE (1984) – S1 E1
V (1984–1985) – S1 E1
VIGIL (2021) – S1 E6
VIKINGS (2013–Present) – S2 E1
WAR OF THE WORLDS (2019) – S3 E1 (rated as didn't know was coming back) 4
WESTWORLD (2016–Present) – S3 E1
WORLD ON FIRE* (2019–Present) – S2 E1 *WWII
X-COMPANY* (2015–2017) – S3 E1 *WWII

[plasticninja]

Wow, that's some list you have there, some good oldie's, I love Farty Towels.

[forestfan]

Interesting way of watching series… not sure how you can get as far as the start of season 5 of BB without binging the rest, even if some find the early series take a bit of getting into!

[blahblah]

My eyes glazed over at the length - all innuendos intended.

[murf]

Interesting way of watching series… not sure how you can get as far as the start of season 5 of BB without binging the rest, even if some find the early series take a bit of getting into!

Yep, once I start something these days I'll binge that series at least. Only usually have 1 or 2 on the go at once - or watch them as they arrive like Vigil at the mo. Often have 1 series in the go that I watch with Mrs M and 1 I that I watch alone. I guess that only applies to ongoing dramas, some things such as comedies or things that are mostly stand alone episodes (like Elementary/Sherlock in that list when I was watching them) then I/we can be a bit more relaxed about but, generally, I'd rather work my way to the end before starting something else - a bit like I would reading a book.

With multiple series I discover then I'll rest a while between series but nothing like a year. Again, like a series of books. Once caught up then I have to watch the next when it comes out (again like a book series).

[bluelionman]

Well in light of my post earlier of shows I'm watching here's my list of shows finished (if you want any more info about any just ask - I also hae review groups on Facebook if anyone is on there and wants to join them - we don't have to be friends, I accept all genuine peeps just request to join groups):

NOEL's Box Set & TV Series review group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1752780988380325/
NOEL's Small Screen Movie review group https://www.facebook.com/groups/465136540211336/
UNLIMITED CARD HOLDERS - CINEWORLD CRAWLEY / RH10 (+ Film Reviews for those seen at the Cinema) https://www.facebook.com/groups/192772020758186/
NOEL's Recommended Documentary Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2007043522842858



TV SHOWS & MINI SERIES FINISHED

Name – Last Episode Watched - MY RATING

12 MONKEYS (2015–2018) – S4 E11 4
1864 (2014) – S1 E8 (in Danish/German with English subtitles) 4
AIR FORCE ONE IS DOWN (2013) – S1 E2 5
ALTERED CARBON (2018–Present) – S2 E8 5
ANGEL (1999–2004) – S5 E22 6
ASHES TO ASHES (2008–2010) – S3 E8 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
BAND OF BROTHERS* (2001) – S1 E10 *WWII 7
BANSHEE (2013–2016) – S4 E8 5
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: THE MINISERIES (2003) – 2 Parts 6
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (2004–2009) – S4 E20 neglected to rate & review
BEAVER FALLS (2011–2012) – S2 E6 4
BEHIND THE LINES (1985) – S1 E7 n/a - (doc.)
BETWEEN THE LINES (1992–1994) – S3 E10 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
BODYGUARD (2018) – S1 E6 7
BRAVE NEW WORLD (2020) – S1 E9 4
BROTHERHOOD (2006–2008) – S3 E8 5
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER (1997–2003) – S7 E22 6
CHERNOBYL (2019) – S1 E5 7
COLLATERAL (2018) – S1 E4 5
COLONY (2016–2018) – S3 E13 5
CONTAINMENT (2016) – S1 E13 (no S2 – show not renewed) 5
DAS BOOT* (2018–2020) – S2 E8 (in German/ French with English subtitles) 4 *WWII
DEEP STATE (2018–2019) – S2 E8 5
DEUCHLAND '83 (2015) – S1 E8 (in German with English subtitles) 7
DEUCHLAND '86 (2018) – S1 E10 (in German with English subtitles) 5
DEUCHLAND '89 (2020) – S1 E8 (in German with English subtitles) 6
DOGS OF BERLIN (2018) – S1 E10 (in German with English subtitles) 6
ENTOURAGE (2004-2011) – S8 E8 neglected to rate & review
FALLING SKIES (2011–2015) – S5 E10 neglected to rate & review
FIREFLY (2002–2003) – S1 E14 4
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGTHS (2006–2011) – S5 E13 5
FRINGE (2008–2013) – S5 E13 neglected to rate & review
FUGITIVES (2011–2013) – S2 E13 (in Spanish with English subtitles) 7 (Prófugos - org. title)
GENERATION KILL (2008) – S1 E7 5
GENERATION WAR* (2013) – S1 E3 (in German with English subtitles) 8 *WWII
GREYZONE (2018) – S1 E10 (in Danish & Swedish with English subtitles) 5
GUNPOWDER (2017) – S1 E3 5
HARD SUN (2018) – S1 E6 8
HEROES (2006–2010) – S4 E19 4
HEROES REBORN: DARK MATTERS (2015) – S1 E6 6
HEROES REBORN (2015–2018) – S1 E13 6
INFORMER (2018) – S1 E6 6
INVASION (2005–2006) – S1 E22 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
LIFE ON MARS (2006–2007) – S2 E8 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
LOST (2004–2010) – S6 E17 4
McMAFIA (2018) – S1 E8 5
MISSFITS (2009–2013) – S5 E8 8
OCCUPIED (2015–2017) – S2 E8 6
OUR WORLD WAR* (2014) – S1 E3 7 *WWI
PRESS (2018) – S1 E6 5
PRISON BREAK (2005–2017) – S5 E9 5
RESISTANCE* (2014) – S1 E6 (in French/German with English subtitles) 5 *WWII
REVOLUTION (2012–2014) – S2 E22 neglected to rate & review
ROMPER STOMPER (2018) – S1 E6 6
ROSWELL (1999–2002) – S3 E18 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
SHAMELESS (2004–2013) – S11 E14 5
SLEEPER CELL (2005–2006) – S2 E8 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
SONS OF ANARCHY (2008–2014) – S7 E13 neglected to rate & review
SPARTACUS (2010–2013) – S3 E10 neglected to rate & review
SPARTACUS: GODS OF THE ARENA (2011) – S1 E6 neglected to rate & review
SS-GB* (2017) – S1 E5 5 *WWII
SUGAR RUSH (2005–2006) – S2 E10 neglected to rate & review
TEACHERS (2001–2004) – S4 E9 5
TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR SHRONICLES (2008–2009) – S2 E22 (no S3 – show cancelled) neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
THE DAY OF THE TRIFFIDS (2016) – S1 E2 4
THE INBETWEENERS (2008–2010) – S3 E6 neglected to rate & review
THE KILL POINT (2007) – S1 E8 5
THE LONG ROAD HOME (2017) – S1 E8 4
THE LOOMING TOWER (2018) – S1 E10 6
THE MESSENGERS (2015) – S1 E13 (no S2 – show cancelled) 5
THE O.C. (2003-2007) S4 E16 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
THE RAID [Alemão] (2014) – S1 E3 (in Portuguese with English subtitles) 5
THE SABOTEURS* (2015) – S1 E6 (in English, Norwegian, German & Danish with English subtitles) 5 *WWII
THE SAME SKY (2017) – S1 E6 (in German with English subtitles) 4
THE SOPRANOS (1999–2007) – S6 E21 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
THE STRAIN (2014–2017) – S4 E10 6
THE WINTER WAR (1989) – S1 E4 (in Finnish with English subtitles) 4
THE WIRE (2002–2008) – S5 E10 9
TROY: FALL OF A CITY (2018) – S1 E8 4
ULTRAVIOLET (1998) – S1 E6 neglected to rate & review (pre FB groups)
UNDERBELLY (2008–2013) – S6 E8 6
UNDERBELLY: FAT TONY & CO (2014) – S1 E9 6
UNDERBELLY NZ: LAND OF THE LONG GREEN CLOUD (2011) – S1 E6 5
V (2009–2011) – S2 E10 (no S3 – show not renewed) neglected to rate & review
VALLEY OF TEARS (2020) – S1 E10 (in Hebrew and Arabic with English subtitles) 6
VIGIL (2021) – S1 E6 5
WATERSHIP DOWN (2018) – S1 E4 6
WHITE LINES (2020) – S1 E10 5
WORLD ON FIRE* (2019) – S1 E7 6 *WWII
YEARS AND YEARS (2019) – S1 E6 4



THE GUIDE - (Noel's Film/TV Series Ratings Key)

0 - SUICIDE IS PREFERABLE
1 - WILL SEND YOU TO SLEEP - PERMANTLY!
2 - BORING AS HELL
3 - BAD
4 - IF YOU HAVE NOTHING BETTER TO DO
5 - WORTH WATCHING
6 - GOOD
7 - GREAT
8 - SUPERB
9 - TOTALLY AWSOME - STRAIGHT OUTA MOVIE HEAVEN
10 - BETTER THAN SEX!

[plasticninja]

Now I know why she says let's watch The Sopranos instead.

[murf]

Vigil which finished last night was good (not quite great), slightly OTT in places. Liked the action and the way they linked the 2 stories (on and off board) but the back story/character stuff was dull rubbish, it felt like forced PC lesbianism (which you didn't really buy into) and the mental health/confinement stuff didn't really come off either. 7/10

[forestfan]

Vigil which finished last night was good (not quite great), slightly OTT in places. Liked the action and the way they linked the 2 stories (on and off board) but the back story/character stuff was dull rubbish, it felt like forced PC lesbianism (which you didn't really buy into) and the mental health/confinement stuff didn't really come off either. 7/10

They slightly overdid the back-story stuff but sounds like that was deliberate to set it aside from the average murder mystery thriller. But putting it on a submarine surely achieved that in itself.

Talk of a follow-up but as with Robb Stark’s ‘Bodyguard’ it feels like a one-off self-contained story to which any sequel would be tenuous. Pretty good on the whole and certainly ticked all the now established BBC Sunday night blockbuster boxes, anyway.

[happyhoppy]

Goliath S4 is back

[Ashers]

Just watched Squid Games on Netflix and can’t work out if I liked it or not.

Worth a watch if you’re into gory death scenes and Saw.

[murf]

Vigil which finished last night was good (not quite great), slightly OTT in places. Liked the action and the way they linked the 2 stories (on and off board) but the back story/character stuff was dull rubbish, it felt like forced PC lesbianism (which you didn't really buy into) and the mental health/confinement stuff didn't really come off either. 7/10

They slightly overdid the back-story stuff but sounds like that was deliberate to set it aside from the average murder mystery thriller. But putting it on a submarine surely achieved that in itself.

Talk of a follow-up but as with Robb Stark’s ‘Bodyguard’ it feels like a one-off self-contained story to which any sequel would be tenuous. Pretty good on the whole and certainly ticked all the now established BBC Sunday night blockbuster boxes, anyway.

I think Vigil and Bodyguard could be milked for second series but they would have to totally change the plot and just use the same characters. Must be some way to get Suranne Jones and Ygritte working in separate locations on the same case without using a submarine. Maybe use a (Erika Eliniak free-) train like that Stephen Segal one or a milkfloat like they did in Speed 2 (or was that something else ).