TV On Another Level
"Don't you wish there was a knob on the TV to turn up the intelligence? There's one marked 'Brightness,' but it doesn't work." --Gallagher
List of TV that doesn't make me feel dumber having witnessed it. Which by no way means I am particularly calling for a reprise/sequel/whatever of any of these. For me, these shows spark a further curiousity or understanding of humanity at-large, in one way or another. Will elaborate more later...
Includes shows that have been, are now or coming soon, in no particular order.
List of TV that doesn't make me feel dumber having witnessed it. Which by no way means I am particularly calling for a reprise/sequel/whatever of any of these. For me, these shows spark a further curiousity or understanding of humanity at-large, in one way or another. Will elaborate more later...
Includes shows that have been, are now or coming soon, in no particular order.
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- CreatorRay McKinnonStarsAden YoungAbigail SpencerJ. Smith-CameronDaniel Holden must put his life back together after serving 19 years on Georgia's Death Row before DNA evidence calls his conviction into question.
- CreatorJenji KohanStarsTaylor SchillingDanielle BrooksTaryn ManningConvicted of a decade-old crime of transporting drug money, ordinarily law-abiding Piper Chapman is sentenced to 18 months behind bars and quickly discovers the realities of life-changing prison time.
- CreatorSydney NewmanStarsJodie WhittakerPeter CapaldiPearl MackieThe further adventures in time and space of the alien adventurer known as the Doctor and his companions from planet Earth.
- CreatorJed MercurioStarsMartin CompstonVicky McClureAdrian DunbarDrama series following the investigations of AC-12, a controversial police anti-corruption unit.
- CreatorChris ChibnallStarsDavid TennantOlivia ColmanJodie WhittakerThe murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.
- StarsThomas DalbyMadeline BlueMorgana ShawThe voices of the dead come to life in this true-crime series which offers a unique look at some of the nation's most shocking murders. Each of the seven episodes will examine one case from start to finish, taking viewers inside the murder from the victim's point of view. Final Witness is a compelling hybrid of documentary and drama, featuring interviews with real-life witnesses, prosecutors, law enforcement, family and friends, along with riveting scripted scenes, which thrust viewers into the heart of each crime. Shot on location around the world, infused with an indie-band soundtrack and cinematic style, Final Witness creates an unforgettable look at the human psyche at its darkest.
- CreatorNeil CrossStarsIdris ElbaDermot CrowleyMichael SmileyJohn Luther is a brilliant homicide detective with a knack for getting inside the minds of murderers. Unfortunately, his unconventional methods and personal demons put him at odds with his team.
- StarsHarry HillLiam CharlesRavneet GillA spinoff of 'Great British Bake Off, this show features children aged 9-15 battling to win the prize. They are given recipes to bake and also asked to use their own original recipes.The confidence and creativity of these suprisingly articulate pre -teens is quite impressive. The judges provide critique with constructive feedback without resorting to twisting the knife for entertainment value. Nor is there incentive to exploit these kids for fun and profit. Which is why, sadly, I hope they NEVER make an American version.
- DirectorSeith MannStarsJonny Lee MillerLucy LiuJon Michael HillA wealthy scientist comes to Holmes with a unique case: he believes he has been "poisoned" with a genetic disorder. Holmes has to determine how a healthy person can be contaminated with a genetic disease that no one in his family has.
- CreatorDominic MitchellStarsLuke NewberryHarriet CainsMarie CritchleyFour years after the Rising, the government starts to rehabilitate the Undead for reentry into society, including teenager Kieren Walker, who returns to his small Lancashire village to face a hostile reception, as well as his own demons.From script to screen, an AMAZING production. The story is so original and thought out: it considers the complex nature of fear, regret, denial, and forgiveness and plants it in the raw emotional terrain of life after a tragic event (here, a zombie apocalypse/annihilation). Much more of a meditation on the gift of life and second chances, then a blood-and-guts show. Brilliant.
- CreatorTrix WorrellStarsNorman BeatonCarmen MunroeRam John HolderMeet Desmond, his non-conforming family, and the regulars of his hairdresser salon in Peckham, London.So happy to rediscover this with my family. Still sharp, funny, and relevant. Although not sure the relevance is a good thing. You know, whiffs of racial tension and all that. It's sad there hasn't been a successful majority minority show (in America) since The Cos' :(
- CreatorMark GatissSteven MoffatStarsBenedict CumberbatchMartin FreemanUna StubbsThe quirky spin on Conan Doyle's iconic sleuth pitches him as a "high-functioning sociopath" in modern-day London. Assisting him in his investigations: Afghanistan War vet John Watson, who's introduced to Holmes by a mutual acquaintance.
- StarsDerren BrownStephen FryMartin KempDerren Brown demonstrates his unique powers of psychological mentalism, hypnotism, misdirection and showmanship.Really anything Derren Brown.
- CreatorGary JanettiMark RavenhillStarsDerek JacobiIan McKellenFrances de la TourFreddie Thornhill (Sir Ian McKellen) and Stuart Bixby (Sir Derek Jacobi) are an old gay couple who have been together for nearly fifty years. Their lives now revolve around entertaining their frequent guests and hurling insults at each other at every opportunity.
- CreatorJames WoodTom HollanderStarsTom HollanderOlivia ColmanSteve EvetsThe misadventures of an Anglican vicar, his wife, and a small but odd group of parishioners in London.
- CreatorLouis C.K.StarsLouis C.K.Hadley DelanyUrsula ParkerThe life of Louie C.K., a divorced comedian living in New York with two kids.
- CreatorJason GannDavid ZuckermanAdam ZwarStarsElijah WoodJason GannFiona GubelmannThe story of a depressed man who inexplicably is the only one who can see his neighbor's dog as a full-grown man in a dog suit.Devilishly clever
- StarsMocean MelvinKen RogersCourteney CoxCelebrities are given the opportunity to research their family trees with surprising and often unexpected results.
- StarsJools HollandPaul WellerPJ HarveyLate-night music and chat show with celebrity guests.Known, obscure, super-local, way foreign-- good music is good music. 5 bands, 1 stage. Performers are the audience and vice-versa. One big awesome jam--no ego enabling. THIS I would love to see over here, but who could be the American Jools Holland?
- StarsJessie ColemanAdrienne GeloHidden Cameras are used to capture reactions during everyday scenarios.
- StarsXander BerkeleyJennifer Del RosarioJenni BlongAn apparently random group of strangers each enter into a Faustian pact with a mysterious figure, whom they believe possesses the power to grant any wish. In return, they must carry out an assigned task and update him on their progress.
- CreatorBrad FalchukRyan MurphyHalley FeifferStarsLady GagaKathy BatesAngela BassettAn anthology series centering on different characters and locations, showcasing different aspects of horror.
- CreatorKeegan-Michael KeyJordan PeeleStarsKeegan-Michael KeyJordan PeeleMetta World PeaceProject sees Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele in front of a live studio audience bantering about a topic weaved between filmed shorts and sketches.
- StarsRobert FullBill GatesRichard DawkinsSeries of talks about technology, entertainment, and design.
- CreatorHoward OvermanStarsNathan Stewart-JarrettJoe GilgunIwan RheonA group of young offenders doing community service gets struck by lightning during a storm and start to develop superpowers.