British TV You Must See

 

A number of American shows, such as The Office and Being Human, took their inspiration from British TV. But, there’s a lot of other fantastic British television that never jumped across the Atlantic. Netflix and Hulu, in an attempt to widen their libraries, have added quite a few, which is great news for TV viewers looking for something new. A few that are worth checking out:

Misfits – British sci-fi show Misfits just returned for its fourth season (or series, depending on your side of the pond). A few people have tried describing Misfits as Skins meets X-Men, but, there’s really nothing else on TV like it. Despite changes in cast, the show has maintained its terrific action, unusual moral quandaries, and pitch black humor. It's rumored that a US remake is in the works.

Peep Show – Peep Show has the guts to go really dark when necessary to extract every bit of uncomfortable comedy from what could easily have just been The Hipster Odd Couple. Series 1 through 7 are available on Netflix, and the writers promise that series 8 is coming out any day now, really.

Spaced – this one is required viewing for fans of Simon Pegg projects like Shaun of the Dead and Super Fuzz, as well as anyone who ever was an aimless 20-something. The frenetic camera-work can sometimes be a bit much, but, just go with it.

Wire in the Blood – What if the damaged detective from Monk's mental health issues were handled seriously instead of as qualities that made him a lovable curmudgeon? Then, you would have the atmospheric police procedural Wire in the Blood. A criminal psychologist with issues of his own helps solve crimes by getting into the minds of both killers and their victims.

Being Human – if you’re a fan of supernatural stories, do yourself a favor and check this one out. I’m one of the few people I know who actually likes the U.S. version – I think it does a few things better than the original – but, the UK Being Human has a lot to offer.

Luther – Idris Elba (fans of The Wire will recognize him as Stringer Bell) plays a brilliant but troubled police detective. The show currently has two short seasons – one of six episodes, one of four – and could easily be devoured in a weekend.

Ultraviolet – Tired of sparkly vampires who pine after their food like sulky teenagers instead of eating it like proper monsters? In this short British series, vampire hunting gets an extra modern twist with high powered rifles that shoot carbon bullets replacing stakes and crosses. Treats involve Idris Elba as the leader of an anti-vampire squad. 

 

 

Photo: BBC America

 

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