It’s so easy to get strung up in the Stranger Things hype, dig into drama like The Handmaid’s Tale and bathe in the light of Big Little Lies, but these American dramas don’t give you the same love that the British TV shows can. True TV fans head to British TV shows to get their fix of the juiciest shows around right now. Binge-watching is a real sport, and if you want to be lucky in love – well, TV love – binging Netflix is far easier when you back your queue with the best of British. Let’s take a look at nine British TV shows that you can indulge in over the next few weeks!
Killing Eve
She may have busted out the white coat for more than a decade on Grey’s Anatomy, but Sandra Oh scored the Golden Globe for Killing Eve – the show, not the action! She’s an obsessive British intelligence agent determined to find the psychopathic female assassin, Villanelle. Back it up – it’s worth it.
Vanity Fair
The era of the Hollywood remake is here, and it’s been reimagined for the small screen. Based on the serial novel of the same name, Becky Sharp has her story told an orphan who wants to improve her life?
The Bodyguard
Get a little of Richard Madden back in your life in The Bodyguard. He’s been hired to protect a British politician as they work their way through a very treacherous political landscape.
A Very English Scandal
Welcome back, Hugh Grant. An excellent docudrama about the Jeremy Thorpe scandal. Those may remember the British politician who was arrested in the 1970s on charges that he had his lover murdered in homophobic Britain. Excellent watch, worth a place in the queue.
The Miniaturist
The mysterious story starring Petronella Oortman and her dollhouse has been brought to the screen. It’s now a three-part mini-series, and you can find it on Prime.
Victoria
We have to spend a lot of time investing ourselves in the monarchy, and one of the many, MANY period dramas out there is Victoria. Centering around the reign of Queen Victoria in her younger years, you’ll explore European revolutions and her relationship with Prince Albert. It’s worth watching the inner thoughts of a reigning queen.
The Crown
On that note about our love affair with the British monarchy, you need to add The Crown to your queue! Exploring Queen Elizabeth II’s life from the 1940s is just as exciting as every other monarch out there. Season 1 and 2 are perfect for binge-watching!
Outlander
Now, for something a little edgier and steamier, you need to get on board with Outlander. Following a former World War II nurse, she unexpectedly goes back in time to the 18th century in Scotland. There are three seasons out, so plenty to get caught up on!
Broad church
It’s popular for a reason, and David Tennant is so much more than the 10th Doctor. Follow his steps as DI Alec Hardy tries to solve the murder of a boy who washed up on the beach in Dorset. It’s gripping and edge-of-your-seat. You’ll love it!