There’s no denying that television has come a long way in the last few years. With so many shows on premium TV channels, finding the best ones is challenging. But if you’re looking for some seriously good entertainment, these are some top picks:
The Handmaid’s Tale
The Handmaid’s Tale is a dystopian TV series that is based on the novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood. It is set in Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly part of the United States. In this society, women are considered property and must live by strict rules to ensure their purity and ability to bear children. The Handmaid (Elisabeth Moss) is one such woman who becomes a handmaiden because she can still conceive children even though she has lost all hope of ever seeing her daughter again.
Fargo
Fargo is a crime drama television series created by Noah Hawley. The first season, set in 2006 and starring Billy Bob Thornton, Allison Tolman, Colin Hanks, and Martin Freeman was met with critical acclaim. The second season was also critically acclaimed and has won several accolades, including Best Television Series – Drama at the 72nd Golden Globe Awards and Best TV Movie/Limited Series at the 73rd Golden Globe Awards.
Veep
“Veep” stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Selina Meyer, a former senator who becomes vice president of the United States. The series takes place in Washington, D.C., and it has been running for six seasons so far.
The show focuses on Meyer’s attempts to get anything done in the office despite being constantly thwarted by her incompetent staff and other obstacles. It’s full of political humor that makes you laugh out loud while also giving you some insight into how things work in Washington D.C..
Game of Thrones
If you’re a fantasy fan, Game of Thrones is the show for you. The series follows different characters as they traverse their way through a world that’s been overtaken by war and political intrigue. It’s full of magic, dragons and tons of character development that will keep you wanting more.
Catastrophe
Catastrophe is a comedy that follows two people who are strangers and suddenly find themselves struggling to navigate their new life together. Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan play the married couple who have just had a baby together, but they don’t know each other well. The show has been praised for its humor, acting and writing, with some critics calling it one of the best shows to come out in recent years. It’s currently available on Amazon Prime Video.
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And there you have it, the top five rated shows on DirecTV. So if you’re bored with your current selection of TV and want something new to watch, this list should give you some ideas. All of these shows are available on DirecTV, so if one catches your eye, then check out what other people have said about it!
