c/binge-worthy-shows

Some swear by watching pilots first, but I skip to episode three.

It saves time and finds better shows faster.

Ngl, the constant praise for character-driven anthologies puzzles me.

I watched a highly recommended one, and it moved too slow for a binge. Tbh, I kept checking my phone instead of being drawn in.

My cat knocked over the remote and now I'm hooked on a baking competition series

I always thought baking shows were boring. My cat jumped on the coffee table and flipped to one, so I watched an episode. The drama over a collapsed cake had me laughing so hard. Now I've binged three seasons in a week. What's your guiltiest pleasure show?

Tbh, after binging 'The 100', imo their survival stuff misses the mark on actual sustainability.

Serious question, why are so many binge shows using time jumps now?

I've noticed a lot of recent series use time jumps between seasons or even within episodes. It keeps the plot moving fast and avoids slow buildup. For example, that sci-fi show on Netflix last month skipped five years after the first season finale. It made the second season feel fresh and urgent, perfect for binging.

Stranded at the airport with nothing but a slow-paced period drama to watch.

I couldn't get past the first episode because the pacing was so tedious.

Stumbled on a Korean drama during my break and it really improved my week.

Got any tips for shows that can lift your spirits like that?