Apple TV+
- [ ] Silo – Post-apocalyptic mystery where people live underground, forbidden from going outside. Might enjoy the slow-burn tension and themes of control vs. truth. Luisa read the books and loved them. The show is great.
- [ ] Stick – Owen Wilson stars in heart warming show about an old golfer who shepherds a young hot head into a career. Luisa and I just watched this.
- [ ] Foundation – High-concept sci-fi based on Asimov’s epic saga about saving civilization from a dark age. Perfect for fans of cerebral science fiction and grand strategy. One of Kyle’s favorites. Classic sci-fi.
- [ ] Smoke – by the same showrunners and creators and star of Black Bird. Not quite as good as Black Bird, but similar vibe.
- [ ] Black Bird – True crime drama about a convict coaxing a confession from a suspected serial killer. Intense and psychologically gripping—great if you likes thrillers.
- [ ] The Studio – Seth Rogen stars in a show about producers making movies. Tons of awards.
- [ ] Severance – Dystopian mind-bender where work and personal memories are surgically divided. Original commentary on work-life balance.
- [ ] Shrinking – A grieving therapist starts telling clients the truth. From the creators of Ted Lasso. Funny and heartfelt, with depth beneath the humor.
- [ ] Slow Horses – Gary Oldman leads a team of disgraced MI5 agents. Darkly funny and sharp—great for a fan of British espionage. Excellent.
- [ ] For All Mankind – Alt-history where the space race never ended. Ideal for history buffs and space exploration fans. One of Kyle’s favorites.
Amazon
- [ ] The Night Manager – Stylish espionage thriller based on John le Carré. Beautifully shot and paced—great for lovers of spy intrigue. One of Kyle’s favorites.
- [ ] Fleabag -
- [ ] The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - After her husband leaves her, young mother of two Miriam "Midge" Maisel discovers that she has a talent for stand-up comedy. Could this be her calling?
- [ ] **The Man in the High Castle -** In a dystopian America dominated by Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan, a young woman discovers a mysterious film that may hold the key to toppling the totalitarian regimes.
HBO / Max
- [ ] The White Lotus – Satirical dramedy set at luxury resorts. Sharp social commentary and great acting.
- [ ] Westworld – Futuristic theme park with robots gaining awareness. Philosophical and twisty, especially early seasons. One of Kyle’s favorites.
- [ ] The Last of Us – Emotional post-apocalyptic journey. Grounded, with a strong father-daughter vibe.