Now is your chance to finally catch up on all the shows you didn't have time for during the school year, and Netflix makes it so easy. Here are seven shows on Netflix ranging from comedies, documentaries, dramas and thrillers that are worth your while!
1. "Chef's Table"
IMDb rating: 9/10
Number of seasons: 1
Each episode of this documentary series examines a different renowned chef and takes us behind the scenes at their restaurant. They discuss the philosophy and inspiration behind their cuisine, but many of the episodes end up being less about the food and more about the chef and their creative minds, the challenges they've faced and the people in their lives that have inspired them. The beautiful score and cinematography make this series a gastronomic pleasure to watch.
2. "Bojack Horseman"
IMDb rating: 8.2/10
Number of seasons: 1
Bojack Horseman is an anthropomorphic horse who starred in a hit sitcom in the '90s called "Horsin' Around," but he hasn't done anything of substance since then. He's become jaded and is a barely functioning alcoholic. In order to turn his career around, he's working on a biography with his ghostwriter Diane Nguyen, whom he is also interested in romantically. While this probably sounds rather odd, "Bojack Horseman" is reminiscent of "Archer" and "Bob's Burgers" with its rapid-fire dark humor and complex characters.
3. "Black Mirror"
IMDb rating: 8.8/10
Number of seasons: 2 available on Netflix, 3 total
This "Twilight Zone"-esque anthology series examines unintended consequences of our relationship with technology. Episodes are self-contained and address things like if you were able to bring a loved one back from the dead, if you could record all of your memories and have the ability to "block" people in real life, among other topics. Rife with dark humor, each episode is haunting and leaves you with a lot to think about.
4. "Friday Night Lights"
IMDb score: 8.7/10
Number of seasons: 5
At its surface, "Friday Night Lights" is a show about football in the small fictional town of Dillon, Texas. But at its core, it's about the challenges faced by teenagers from broken homes, middle-aged men trying to relive their glory days, and parents struggling to teach their kids right from wrong. It's honest, realistic and often heartbreaking, and you'll grow to really care about all of the characters no matter how unsympathetic they may seem at the beginning of the show. Texas forever.
5. "Lost"
IMDb score: 8.5/10
Number of seasons: 6
"Lost" is frequently cited as one of the greatest TV shows ever made — and for good reason. The complex yet lovable characters, use of flashbacks (and flash forwards) and the many mysteries and intense cliffhangers make this show incredibly addictive. It's science fiction, drama, romance, comedy and thriller all rolled into one. You'll look at people differently after watching "Lost," because it makes you realize that everyone's behavior has an explanation and everyone has a complex backstory.
6. "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt"
IMDb score: 8.1/10
Number of seasons: 1
Ellie Kemper is Kimmy Schmidt, one of four women humorously referred to as the "Mole Women," who lived in an underground bunker for 15 years and were part of a doomsday cult. After being freed, Kimmy decides to start a new life in New York City, but she lacks common sense, along with knowledge of popular culture and slang since she was cut off from the world for so long. The show, written by Tina Fey, is hilarious, fun and undoubtedly has one of the most addictive and creative theme songs in television history.
7. "Gilmore Girls"
IMDb score: 8/10
Number of seasons: 7
The clever, pop culture-filled, rapid-fire dialogue written by Amy Sherman-Palladino will have you laughing through every episode. Set in the fictional and quirky Stars Hollow, Conn., all of the characters are charming and zany. The relationship between Lorelai and Rory is enviable, and you'll fall in love with this shows small town charm.
