This one has some of the best acting and character development I’ve seen – and I’ve seen a lot. I get excited every time I see a new episode is ready to watch. Even the signature subtle opening each time makes me tingle in anticipation of my favourite escape. Though it’s a scripted drama, there are frequent funny moments. The plot centres around the married wife of a politician in scandal who returns to work as a lawyer. It’s got all the intrigue of a law case per episode with the cuteness of Matt Czuchry (who won my crush back in Gilmore Girl days).
2. Parenthood
This one is great to watch with your mom. The current finale season is particularly superb at pushing those teary-eye buttons following the struggles and loves of three generations of a family. And speaking of Gilmore Girls, it features Lauren Graham, as well as Peter Krause from Six Feet Under, plus the beautiful Erika Christensen.
3. Homeland
Of all the shows listed, this is the one loved just as much by my boyfriend as by me. It’s intelligently scripted with outstanding performances, particularly from Claire Danes. She plays the main character, an intelligence officer with bipolar depression, who starts the series suspicious of a war hero returned from Iraq. The suspense and twists will keep you wanting more.
Conscientious Introvert 