THE BEST TV SERIES TO BINGE-WATCH DURING LOCKDOWN
You may be practicing binge-watching without even knowing it. It's a real phenomenon that is becoming more and more widespread since 2020 and its pandemic. What exactly are we talking about? Read the following article to find out.
BINGE-WATCHING IS COMING
The practice has existed for some time but the term was missing. Directly inspired by binge-drinking, binge-watching is the act of watching a television series in one go. With illegal downloading and the upcoming arrival of Netflix, we no longer watch TV series as we used to. Gone are the days of waiting until the next week to watch the new episode of our favorite series. Some people now prefer to watch an entire series in… 24 hours.
This is called binge-watching. According to a survey conducted by Netflix, binge-watching is, for 73% of the fans, watching between 2 and 6 episodes in a row. But binge-watching requires a series that succeeds in capturing the viewer through suspense, such as recent Netflix TV shows like Bridgerton, or The Queen’s Gambit.
LOCKDOWN’S INFLUENCE?
This term has come more and more on people's lips since the advent of lockdown during the COVID crisis. Indeed, last year’s boredom has been filled by online streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime, Disney+, OCS and others. Although they remain paying, binge-watchers, in some cases, take advantage of the first month or months free of charge to fill in a few weeks of boredom before having to pay a subscription.
SO WHAT TO BINGE-WATCH IN THESE TIMES? ENDLESS SERIES TO SEE OR WATCH AGAIN AND AGAIN
Whether recent or older, we've put together the perfect list of binge-watcher series for you. Ready, set, BINGE-WATCH!
- The Queen’s Gambit
Even if you don't like chess, you will go to Amazon to order a game for your living room. The look of Anya-Taylor Joy will leave you speechless, too. Checkmate, said Netflix.
Approx: 15:15 hours.
- Bridgerton
If you want to live another time away from everything we are living now, with a caliente love story, then go for it! Episodes lasting about an hour are downright addictive, you'll want to play the Spotify playlist “Bridgerton Vibes” right after...
Approx: 8:15 hours.
- Emily in Paris
You had to cancel your trip to Paris because of the pandemic? Don't worry, Lily Collins will take you there in style. Oui, oui, baguette!
Approx: 20 hours.
- You
As season 3 is on the way, why not catch up the 2 previous seasons to be ready? If you’ve been addicted to Gossip Girl before, you might actually recognize someone in there, but creepier.
Approx: 24 hours.
- Euphoria
Produced by Drake, and through a gallery of diverse and varied characters, the series will focus on showing the tumults of adolescence and the quest for identity in a superficial world obsessed with social networks where everyone's neuroses are on display for all to see. The sets are breathtaking, and you will quickly fall in love with this universe - and with Zendaya.
Approx: 48 hours.
- Lupin
This series was more successful in the rest of the countries than in the one that produced it (France). The episodes are intoxicating and you'll find it hard to stop. Dive into the universe of Arsène Lupin, a bit like Ocean's 8.
Approx: 7 hours.
- Fate: The Winx Saga
Girls only - were you a fan of the Winx Club when you were little and wanted the same outfits? Well, yes, the outfits of the series were debated on Twitter as not daring enough, but you will soon fall in love with Bloom (OMG!). This series can be watched in one go, with your best pizza. Success guaranteed.
Approx: 8 hours.
- Ratched
The series explores what will make her one of the most famous monsters of literature and cinema. It's scary, isn't it? So if you like things that are a little scary, invite your best friends over and spend the night. Thrill guaranteed.
Approx: 10 hours.
THE ESSENTIALS TO ASSIST YOU IN YOUR NEW HOBBY
Here’s our list of favorite items to have while practicing binge-watching – yes, it’s a sport.
- Some Yankee Candles for the warm atmosphere
- Your best pillows
- Blankets to warm you up
- Your cup of tea
- Your favorite snacks
Written by Sandy Châlon.
