I need to escape. Need video recs.

[Duer 157099]

I've seen most of the good series, just finally caught up with Justified (wow what an ending to season 2!).

I bought the first season of Sons of Anarchy, hoping I like it but haven't seen any episodes yet.

Thinking of getting the DVDs of Fringe, because it seems like something I'd like and I've seen parts of a couple episodes, enough to think I'd like it.

I don't have Starz, so not familiar with any of their series, but would buy the DVDs if they come highly recommended.

I think I may have gotten the first season of Camelot but haven't watched it yet, is it worth it?

TIA

[Chan790]

1. Supernatural...but you've got to start from the beginning.

It looks like another shitty WB drama but it's not. It might be the best under-rated series on TV and one of the few pieces of smart horror I've ever encountered. Everybody I've ever made watch it has gotten hooked.

[Duer 157099]

2. Thanks. It wasn't even on my radar.

Yeah, if I do this I'd buy the DVDs so I can watch from the beginning.

Thanks, I'm off to imdb to check it out...

[Duer 157099]

6. Just checked my cable listings and it starts from the beginning on Monday I think

So I set the DVR to start recording the series. Seems there are 2 episodes per night and it may be every night (TNT?)

So I can give it a try before buying it

[Chan790]

10. Awesome!

Give it about a half a season before you make a judgement, the first season felt a bit clunky in places like they decided to change the season-long narrative arc (specifically what they were building towards in the finale) and the focus of the show (from being centered on the ghost-story of the week (an episodic-focus) to being centered on the relationship between Sam and Dean Winchester and its' role in the longer narrative of the series. (a continuity-focus))

It definitely picks up steam and hits its' stride soon after that.

[Xipe Totec]

3. Once Upon a Time. Catch it on Hulu for free... nt

[siligut]

4. Have you seen Archer?

It is an animated series, and a spy spoof, great distraction. Netflix has some episodes available on instant watch.

[Duer 157099]

5. I tried briefly but couldn't get into it

Animation isn't my biggest thing. I really like good dramas.

Thanks for the suggestion though!

[irisblue]

7. fringe !!

very well written and acted show that can catch your imagination. also consider saving grace. both are available on netflix

[irisblue]

8. and the closer

the character development is good

[GoneOffShore]

9. Midnight in Paris

[siligut]

12. I second Midnight in Paris, very intelligent AND loving.

Also, to the OP, Game of Thrones may be right up your alley. Good luck with your escape.

[HopeHoops]

11. The entire "Star Trek" original series collection - then move on to "SNG".

[quakerboy]

13. A short term escape

Here's my spur of the moment video recommendation

http://www.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/82201714/

Also, there's a Brit show, "Being human" that we started watching, and found mostly enjoyable.