Binge-Worthy Netflix Shows to Waste Your Time On

Shriya Senguttuvan, Staff Writer
November 3, 2016

As the holiday season approaches, there is ample time to relax. The holidays are a good time to catch up with family and friends, but an even better time to catch up on some television. However, it can be extremely difficult to decide on what shows are even worth investing your time. Here is a list of some shows on Netflix to binge watch that will not disappoint.

  1. Gossip Girl

Although the series finale aired four years ago, Gossip Girl still takes the cake as one of the best dramas to air. Taking place in the upper east side of New York, Gossip Girl is a whirlwind series of six seasons, that circles around privileged high schoolers whose secrets and scandals get exposed by an anonymous source. Gossip Girl is the perfect mix of drama, romance, and with just a hint of mystery to keep any watcher hooked.

  1. New Girl

Looking for something a little less intense and more quirky? New Girl is the perfect fix. With four seasons currently on Netflix, New Girl centers around a bright, bubbly teacher who moves in with eccentric men and takes you through their strange, yet somewhat relatable lives. New Girl combines for great comedy that is guaranteed many laughs.

  1. House of Cards

Netflix original House of Cards is an Emmy winning series and currently has four seasons. The American political drama focuses on a merciless politician who will do anything to gain more power, even through manipulation and exploitation. House of Cards will provide a never-ending element of surprise and constant deception.

  1. Criminal Minds

Criminal Minds is about an elite federal bureau of investigation criminal profiling team, who anticipate the next moves of psychologically unstable perpetrators. There are currently 10 seasons on Netflix and episodes do not have to be watched in order. Criminal Minds will be sure to keep your heart racing and keep you at the edge of your seat.

  1. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

With having 10 seasons on Netflix, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is a comedy sitcom surrounding several friends who own a local pub in Philadelphia. The show follows them trying to navigate their unpredictable lives while getting into hysterically uncomfortable situations. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is sure to make you laugh until you cry while you simultaneously fall in love with the characters.