If you’re still looking for a good series, you’re guaranteed to find it here! The editors have compiled their personal list of favorite series.
For some time now, series production has been increasing year by year. One of the reasons for this is that longer-lasting projects are becoming more and more popular – and despite enormous budgets, they are still far cheaper than blockbuster movies. With so much to choose from, it can be difficult to find a good series for a cozy evening on the sofa. That’s why the editors have put together their all-time favorites. The result is a list full of streaming tips that you should definitely have seen.
Streaming tips for series lovers
severity
Recommended by Daniela, Editor-in-Chief of STYLEBOOK
I’m not a sci-fi fan at all, but Severance on Apple+ totally got me. The story is skewed: some New Yorkers have chosen to be part of a program that separates memories of work and life – via surgery. Everyday office life in a sterile setting is mysterious and uncanny, but played incredibly well by Adam Scott, John Turturro and Christopher Walken, among others. The cliffhanger in the last episode is so blatant that I’m glad season two has already been confirmed.
Penny Dreadful
Recommended by Melanie, Editor FITBOOK
Gloomy Victorian London is the setting for the horror series Penny Dreadful. Those who like classics like Dracula, Frankenstein or Dorian Gray will get their money’s worth here. I was initially drawn in by two of the leads, the amazing Eva Green, and Josh Hartnett, who hadn’t been heard of for a long time. And what should I say? I was not disappointed. Great actors, pure suspense and thrill, as well as a dash of romance make the series an insider tip in my opinion.
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Supernatural
Recommended by Louisa, Editor PETBOOK
When I started the mystery and horror series “Supernatural” in 2005, I never imagined that it would accompany, frighten and move me for more than 15 years. The characters Sam and Dean Winchester, along with Castiel and Bobby Singer, have become like old friends whose stories I’ve followed for half a lifetime. Whether it’s defeating the monster of the week or chasing down a major villain over a season, Supernatural thrives on the belief that anything can be accomplished with family.
Gilmore Girls
Recommended by Larissa, Editor-in-Chief TRAVELBOOK
Gilmore Girls is my all-time go-to series. I’ve seen the story of Lorelai and Rory so many times: first as a teenager with my mother when we all understood one perspective above all else, then later as a journalism major when I identified with Rory’s life at the Yale Daily News , later then and to this day mainly because of the many loving characters, especially Kirk. There are a few episodes like Max’s marriage proposal in season 1, the dance marathon with the Dean Jess showdown in season 3, or Rory’s ’50s-inspired dinner for Emily’s women’s club in season 6 that I can really relate to.
Many aspects of the series have flowed into my everyday life. For example, we joke every year that an egg card must be laid out before the eggs are hidden at Easter! If you don’t understand this allusion now: Please watch, enjoy and look forward to the new Feel Good series. Because for me the “Gilmore Girls” are like a warm hug – and you can always use it.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Recommended by Rebecca, Editor STYLEBOOK
As an avid Gilmore Girls fan, I was naturally thrilled when a new series from creator Amy Sherman-Palladino was announced. And I wasn’t disappointed at all! The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has everything a great series needs – endearing, sometimes quirky characters, an innovative plot and stunning costumes. As absurd as it is brilliant, the story follows Miriam “Midge” Maisel, played by Rachel Brosnahan, a Jewish housewife and mother in late 1950s New York City who embarks on a career as a stand-up comedian. So far, Midge has been available for four seasons on Amazon Prime, unfortunately the fifth will be the last.
dave
Recommended by Nuno Alves, Editorial Director BOOKs
Politically incorrect, crude and sometimes even true. This is “Dave,” the fictionalized story of Dave Burd, who plays himself on the show: a white rapper who goes by the name of Lil Dick and has suffered from a disfigured penis since birth due to a urethral malformation and multiple surgeries – and in relation to his musical career also under some megalomania.
Hardly a few minutes go by without a hearty laugh. And even complex issues such as cultural appropriation in the rap scene are intelligently integrated. In addition, there are always prominent cameo appearances: Justin Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Marshmello, Kourtney Kardashian, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, etc. Great as a supporting actor: Gata. He also plays himself, although he was almost cast by someone else during the casting. A real insider tip!
Castlevania
Recommended by Marlene, Editor TECHBOOK
Yes, Castlevania is an animated series and yes, it’s based on a video game. Nevertheless, the four seasons are really recommended for everyone who has nothing against bloody vampire shockers. When Dracula’s wife is burned at the stake as a witch by the church, the powerful vampire prince swears revenge. He unleashes a massive army of monsters that will bring death and destruction to Wallachia. He faces a surprisingly entertaining group consisting of the monster hunter Trevor, the magician Sypha and Dracula’s own son Alucard. Especially in the later seasons, the plot, then supplemented by various intrigues between the vampires, really picks up speed.
theboys
Recommended by Louisa, Editor PETBOOK
“The Boys” takes a rather unusual look at superheroes and shows their flaws with black humor. A group of individualists who have suffered in one way or another from the uncontrolled “supes” therefore come together and want to bring down the industry around the heroes and thus show society who their idols really are. Sometimes disturbing and socially critical, but always well told, “The Boys” with the new third season is an absolute streaming tip.
Peaky Blinders
Recommended by Melanie, Editor FITBOOK
One of my favorite series is also the British drama series Peaky Blenders. Criminal machinations, lots of intrigues, at the same time close, if not always completely “healthy”, family ties – adventure and emotions are offered here in equal measure. I love stories set in times gone by, so the dark setting of 1920s and 1930s England is just right for me. And as if that weren’t reason enough to watch the series, lead actor Cillian Murphy, as the head of the gangster family, tops it all off.
The Mandalorian
Recommended by Louisa, Editor PETBOOK
“The Mandalorian” is probably known to many because of the cute little fellow of a Jedi veteran, who was known in the fan community as “Baby Yoda” long before his name was ever heard in the series. But even apart from this cuteness factor, the series tells an exciting story, because protagonist Din Djarin, the Mandalorian himself, is a multi-layered character. His path has been marked by fanatical religion and bounty hunting when he has to take on the role of father to “The Child” aka “Baby Yoda”, at first involuntarily.
Another appeal for fans of the Star Wars universe are guest appearances by popular characters like Boba Fett or Ahsoka Tano and Bo-Katan Kryze, who have finally found their way into live-action adaptations from Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
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Only Murders in the Building
Recommended by Katharina, myHOMEBOOK editor
I love Only Murders in the Building! The second season is currently running on Disney + – and it’s really worth it. The focus is on Charles, Oliver and Mabel as well as the Arconia, an old apartment building in the middle of New York. The three become friends by accident, start a podcast and try to solve mysterious deaths in the old house. The series is funny, exciting, sometimes a bit crazy and above all has charm!
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twin peaks
Recommended by Marlene, Editor TECHBOOK
If there are actually people in this world who haven’t seen “Twin Peaks” yet, the series by David Lynch and Mark Frost is highly recommended. I especially like the older first two seasons from the 90s. The (apparently) sleepy town of Twin Peaks has always triggered wanderlust in me, and the murder of Laura Palmer has always fascinated me.
Lynch’s exploration of evil in its unexpected forms is truly fascinating. And despite the always dark theme, there’s still a tremendous amount of comfort when Cooper (Kyle MacLachlan) and Harry (Michael Ontkean) sip coffee together at the police station. It took me a few tries for the newer third season, but it closes this fantastic series in such a Lynch-typically whimsical-remarkable way that it simply has to be seen.
Obi Wan Kenobi
Recommended by Louisa, Editor PETBOOK
The six-part Star Wars series event, Obi-wan Kenobi, bridged the timing gap between the original and prequel trilogies. I found it very interesting to see how Obi-wan has to come to terms with his reclusive life on Tatooine after the collapse of the Jedi Order.
In addition, the series has finally explained how Princess Leia in the original “Star Wars” knew the Jedi Master by his full name. The insights into Darth Vader’s lonely life and the structure of the inquisitor order, which one could already get to know in “Star Wars Rebels”, is told here in an exciting way and makes you want more. For me, a very successful series event that I will definitely watch more than once.