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I haven't been watching much in terms of actual shows for a good while, then while listening to a podcast a host casually mentioned they had rewatched Chernobyl, how it still holds up, that there's a reason it got as much acclaim as it did, etc. So I thought I'd give it a go and wow, loved it (still one episode left to watch).

Had me thinking, what else have I missed out on? What are some "absolute cinema" TV shows that still hold up and and are considered must watch?

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[–] spudsrus@aussie.zone 10 points 8 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago) (2 children)

Throwing in my recommendations and limiting it to sleeper shows that don't get recommended much. (The expanse, silo, foundation, arcane, severance etc already get lots of love). They aren't all must watch but worth checking out, particularly the first 3

Mr Inbetween - Aussie show about a hit man that plays out like an incredible slice of life.

Sense8 - sci fi based show about based around 8 people who find themselves linked. It's weird, LGBTQ friendly & forward and has some explicit scenes.

The goes wrong show - BBC theatre piece. Amateur theatre company attempt plays. Each actor has their own quirks, faults and confidence issues. Chaos ensues, the show must go on.

------ other decent stuff in case 3 top tier isn't enough

Almost human - cancelled early formula show of he's a cop but his partner's an X (in this case android). Had humans vibes and good chemistry

3 body problem - sci fi adaptation from prominent Chinese author

Community - some people seem to have missed it

You're the worst - a show about terrible people

I really enjoyed Mr inbetween

[–] Rekorse@sh.itjust.works 1 points 8 hours ago* (last edited 8 hours ago)

"Youre the worst" always makes me feel better when I watch it. I know its chaos, but it really feels unashamed and vulnerable. Its easy to see myself in so many people and scenes.