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The Most Popular US TV Projects 2021

It is not a secret that many people are obsessed with TV series and can devote their free time to watching them.

Unfortunately, such a passion often results in a wide range of problems since people sacrifice real life for the sake of another episode of their favorite TV show. And while students can just pay for paper and get their papers done on time, adults face real challenges. However, if you adhere to the happy medium, you will get the best out of such a pastime. After all, watching interesting movies or TV series can help you get distracted from problems, turn off your restless mind and even find inspiration. Thus, if you have no plans for the upcoming weekend, you can immerse yourself in the most popular US TV projects nowadays. Of course, they are designed for different target audiences, so make sure you have made the right choice. While some options can provide you with a romantic vibe, others may give you a thrill, so pick up a suitable movie based on your emotional state and inner needs.

Nuclear Family

It doesn’t matter how happy a family looks from the outside because the reality can be completely the opposite. If you want to peek behind the curtains, you can watch a three-episode documentary TV series. Its director, Ry Russo-Young, is the main storyteller since she shares the story of her own family. She grew up in a lesbian couple, even though the sperm donor participated in her upbringing. There was drama and conflicts between “all” the parents that affected her life one way or another. After all, not so many kids grow up in such families. Many people cannot even imagine that such events can happen in real life, so if you want to broaden your horizons, such a TV project can become a thing.

WandaVision

Marvel has managed to gather a big army of devoted fans who are ready to watch every new TV project. As a result, WandaVision has become the first full-fledged TV series. Many people claim that it should be definitely included in a “must-watch” list if you are fond of Marvel mythology and its atmosphere. It tells a love story of two notable characters from the Marvel Universe, the in-denial Wanda Maximoff and her android love, Vision. Therefore, if you are looking for an option that will distract you from the lockdown and heavy thoughts involved, you should devote your free time to watching this top-rated TV series.

Oprah With Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special

When it comes to the most discussed TV projects, 2021, one cannot but mention the heavily hyped CBS interview hosted by Oprah Winfrey. So many people worldwide follow and idolize the British royal family, so they were eager to find out new details of the latest high-profile events. Of course, nobody expected that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry would cross the line and crack the closed door of the royal palace. Yet, the interview host managed to make her guests go into certain details about the derogatory and even racist attitudes toward their new member of the royal family. The incredible honesty of Harry and Meghan about a wide range of things has made this TV show so impressive.

Mare of Easttown

At first, it may seem that the new TV series created by HBO doesn’t differ much from those you can come across on the web. After all, the latter is full of dismal detective stories about unexpected terrifying events in small towns. However, the director and a wonderful cast have managed to make it more than another crime drama. Kate Winslet demonstrated highly professional acting skills and even skilfully ditched her native British accent. It represents a sitcom about a family tragedy and its consequences on people’s lives, not to mention horrible events that shocked all the citizens. Interestingly, Winslet rejected photoshop and any “improvements” to her appearance, claiming she knows about all her wrinkles.

The Other Two

You might have noticed how many people are obsessed with Hollywood celebrities, and this satirized comedy highlights many moments as if from within. This TV series creators can boast impressive experience in crafting such a type of content. They are former writers for Saturday Night Live, so if you have watched this TV show, you can imagine what great jokes are waiting for you there. In addition, the story will highlight many issues in the entertainment industry and what things happen behind closed doors. Thus, if you like non-standard humor and good, sometimes biting jokes, you should give it a try.

Squid Game

It is hard to find a person who has never heard about this South Korean thriller since it has become a worldwide sensation and broken the records of many other top-notch TV series. A smart and simple idea has become the foundation of this project: diverse needy people are kidnapped from the streets, taken to an unknown spot, and forced to play different childhood games. While the winner will become super-rich, winning billions, all other participants will be killed off in the process if they lose. Many other TV projects have already tried to cover such a concept, but the director has moved further and brought new terrifying vibes to the TV series. If you have an unstable emotional state and sleep issues, it is better to stay away from watching it because you can deteriorate your condition.

Declan Bowring

Gig and album reviewer + culture writer, celebrating the best of music and events happening throughout our city.