It's that time of year when school is in full swing, but you still want to save some time in your busy schedule for a show on Netflix. You probably finished a major binge over the winter break, and now you are in search of something new, exciting, and interesting to add to your life. With the endless possibilities in the online streaming world, it is extremely difficult to make a decision and commit to a new series. As someone who spends every free second of her time currently binging on Netflix, I have some experience and am here to help you procrastinate even more than you already do. So without further ado, here are my top 5 shows you should definitely binge watch on Netflix.
1. Grey's Anatomy
Basically, if you have time for anything besides basic functions that keep you alive, you have time for Grey's Anatomy. It has everything a binge-watcher could ask for and more! The drama that goes on both in and out of the operating room captivates its audience, and if you can't get on board with Shonda Rhimes and her brilliant writing and ability to keep viewers interested for 13 seasons then you are probably a lost cause already.
2. Friends
Friends is a classic that was popular and amazing when it first aired and is still making people fall in love with it today. You will get emotionally involved in every one of the character's lives. No matter how many times you've watched the series, you still laugh at all of Phoebe's weird quirks and cry whenever Rachel and Ross try to make their relationship work and fail.
3. One Tree Hill
Whether you have played basketball at some point in your life or not, One Tree Hill is definitely worth watching. You can't help but fall in love with the characters even when you really want to hate some of them, and with all of the love triangles and betrayal it's hard not to get invested in this show.
4. Gossip Girl
Alright this one makes me sound like a basic white girl who loves Starbucks and wearing uggs with leggings, but Gossip Girl is actually very entertaining. You get to see the characters grow up from naive and spoiled high school kids in the Upper East Side of New York City to more mature versions of high society that we all love to read about in the tabloids. And for those of you who have never seen the show, waiting to finally find out who Gossip Girl is in the end is definitely worth the wait.
5. Shameless
This one is my current binge, and I am loving every second of it. It is so hard not to spend a whole afternoon watching this show instead of homework or studying. The amount of times I scream while watching Shameless is insane, but sometimes I just can't help it. The story line keeps viewers so engaged, and I can't wait to see where seasons 6 and 7 take me!
Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of other shows I enjoy binging on Netflix, but these five will most likely go down as my favorites. There are so many characters viewers can connect with and get personally invested in it's hard not to somehow spend 12 hours straight watching them! So put on your favorite pair of fuzzy socks, baggy sweatpants, and messy bun, microwave that popcorn, open that bottle of wine you've been eyeing up and happy binging!
