5 Shows Totally Worth Adding To Your Binge-Watch List!

From heartfelt dramas to sharp, witty comedies, television has a way of illuminating life’s truths, inspiring connection, and inviting us to delight in the art of storytelling. Here is a look at five shows that are worth watching right now!

1. "English Teacher" (FX)

At the heart of this darkly comedic series is Evan Marquez (Brian Jordan Alvarez), an idealistic high school English teacher in Austin, Texas, who often finds himself at the center of schoolwide conflicts. Alongside his optimistic friend and fellow educator Gwen Sanders (Stephanie Koenig), the overwhelmed Principal Grant Moretti (Enrico Colantoni), and the rest of the faculty, Evan confronts the messy realities of education with savvy wit. Both seasons are available to stream on Hulu! 

2. "Shrinking" (Apple TV+)

After the death of his wife, therapist Jimmy Laird (Jason Segel) begins telling his clients exactly what he thinks, upending their lives – and his own – in this cleverly funny drama. Alongside Dr. Paul Rhodes (Harrison Ford) and fellow therapist Gaby (Jessica Williams), Jimmy navigates grief, love, and unfiltered honesty. Season 3 just ended with a time-jump expected for Season 4!

3. "Hacks" (HBO Max) 

Multi-award-winning "Hacks" follows legendary Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder), a young writer who has recently experienced a major professional setback. Forced to collaborate, they navigate generational clashes and personal turmoil to revive Deborah’s career. The 5th and final season just premiered on HBO Max!

4. "When Life Gives You Tangerines" (Netflix) 

Set against the backdrop of 1960s Jeju Island, "When Life Gives You Tangerines" tells the story of a determined young woman and a devoted boy whose decades-long journey is filled with trials, triumphs, and deeply human moments. The series explores the complexities of a mother-daughter relationship, delving into generational divides, evolving cultural norms in South Korea, and the unwavering yet often complicated love between mothers and their children. Through heartfelt emotion and tender storytelling, it shines a light on the sacrifices mothers make and the profound impact those choices have on their families. All 16 episodes of this limited series are streaming on Netflix!

5. "The Paper" (Peacock) 

In Toledo, Ohio, a documentary crew (the same one from "The Office", in fact) follows the (mostly volunteer) staff of the struggling Toledo Truth Teller newspaper as they try to revive the publication’s legacy. Led by editor Ned Sampson (Domhnall Gleeson) and managing editor Esmeralda Grand (Sabrina Impacciatore), the series blends newsroom drama with biting satire, exploring the challenges of modern journalism. Season 1 is streaming on Peacock with a second season on the way!