While you’re busy watching movies, consider watching some of the best prime series that are filled with pure content. Perhaps you’re too busy watching IMDb’s top-rated movies to notice that web series have exceptional stories to be experienced. As a matter of fact, web series gives filmmakers more freedom than films to explore a variety of stories. In this process, the audience would get hooked and become a fanatic of web series. They just keep finding more web series to binge-watch. Sometimes, if you watch a film after watching a lot of web series, you’ll probably feel “Eww.”
So, maybe this is a good opportunity to look at the 10 Best Prime series to Binge-Watch.
Note: The following series are not ranked in any particular order.
The Boys
The boys is a superhero prime series that you can’t miss. You may be expecting a typical superhero drama you all have seen over the years. But, the boys have an unorthodox approach to the superhero genre. It shows the true and pragmatic aspects of being a superhero. It’s dark, gory, brutal, and humorous that will entertain you each & every minute. It certainly clung to the unconventional superhero approach that will surprise you in all aspects. It’s a well-written narrative along with amazing performances by the actors. You will surely hook to their characters and mind-blowing action scenes. It’s excellent in direction, music, and everything you would expect.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Cast: Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, and more..
Plot: The boys sets on a mission to take down dishonest superheroes who abuse their own powers.
Mr. Robot
Mr. Robot is one of the best prime series that gives you a jaw-dropping experience till the end. Rami Malek who is the main lead has given an excellent performance and nailed the show. If you’re one of those people who love hacking stuff. This is a perfect web series for your taste. It is by far the most accurate representation of hacking and the true lifestyle of being a hacker. Kudos to Sam Esmail for his brilliant direction and gripping screenplay.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Cast: Rami Malek, Christian Slater, Carly Chaikin, and more..
Plot: Elliot a white hat hacker sets on a mission to take down the corrupt corporation he works for.
Downton Abbey
Downton Abbey will surely astound you with classic storytelling and a beautiful portrayal of characters. It sets in the early twentieth century following the titanic event and narrates the tale of the British Upper-class Crawley family & Servants when their successor dies in titanic catastrophe. The best aspect about Downton Abbey is the elaborate characters, every actor portrayed their roles brilliantly and brought life to each role. It is also lauded for incredible narration and cinematography.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Cast: Rami Malek, Christian Slater, Carly Chaikin, and more..
Plot: A biopic of the British aristocratic Crawley family in the early twentieth century following the titanic phenomenon.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is one of the best comedy amazon prime series that you can’t afford to miss if you’re a comedy genre geek. The story depicts the tale of a happy independent wife who breaks through clutter to achieve her goal, which in one way is both inspiring and humorous. It comprises a wonderful story, performances, and incredible direction. It’s a woman-centric show that you must not miss.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Cast: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, and more..
Plot: A happy housewife decides to become a standup comedian after involuntarily discovered her hidden talent.
Fleabag
Fleabag is one of the best black comedy web series that portrays the life of a young woman who copes with her volatile life. It deals with friendship, love life, sex, family, loss, and betrayal that makes it one of the best prime series with grim tone. It has engrossing storytelling, phenomenal performance, and compelling writing. Don’t miss this if you’re looking for dark comedy genre.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Cast: Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Sian Clifford, Olivia Colman, and more..
Plot: A young woman tries to cope with her life after a tragic event.
Person of Interest
Person of Interest is one of those unconventional sci-fi prime series that has to be watched. Basically, it’s a fictional plot about what if agents can prevent crimes with the help of artificial intelligence. What makes this web series so special is it was written and created by Jonathan Nolan. You know he has written a couple of screenplays along with his brother, Christopher Nolan. You could imagine how this show is going to be. It captivates you with epic screenplay and performances by actors. Watch this show if you’re a sci-fi geek.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10
Cast: Jim Caviezel, Taraji P. Henson, Kevin Chapman, and more..
Plot: An ex-CIA agent and a billionaire programmer take leverage of AI technology and prevent impending crimes.
House
A medic will surely love this extraordinary medical web series called House. It’s a well-written prime series along with incredible acting and gripping screenplay. The tale of a hospital doctor who risks his life by doing what he has to do to save a patient’s life by going against hospital rules. The show had an unconventional theme and engaged the audience with something they had never seen before. Watch this right away, if you’re an MBBS student.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Cast: Hugh Laurie, Omar Epps, Robert Sean Leonard, and more..
Plot: A maverick physician defies the hospital laws and tries to solve enigmatic patient cases with his intelligence.
Dexter
Dexter definitely gives you a mind-blowing experience each & every minute. It would put you on the edge of a seat and prompts you to binge-watch. Folks who have watched this show regard it as one of the best prime series. It’s absolutely an excellent web series with as usual fabulous performances, writing, and the plot. It adapts to every sort and showcases it brilliantly on the screen. A man with multiple personalities, what makes you say no to this series.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Cast: Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, David Zayas, and more..
Plot: Dexter a man with split personalities, lives as a forensic officer during the day and a serial murderer at night who only targets other murderers.
Luther
Luther is one of the best progressing web series that gets more engaging with every episode. It begins with the general theme, but as the show progresses, you will see an off-beat detective genre probably you wouldn’t have watched before. It has an amazing screenplay and narration keeps you on your toes. One thing you’ll be impressed with Luther is the remarkable acting from Idris Elba. I’m sure he will become one of your favorites.
IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
Cast: Idris Elba, Dermot Crowley, Michael Smiley, and more..
Plot: A clever detective befriends with a psychopath to solve various other cases.
Shameless
Shameless has to be one of the bizarre & eerie prime series. It discusses a sensitive subject about a messy family who has a deadbeat drunk father, illiterates, teenagers, and drugs making the series as hardheaded. It definitely grabs your attention when you see the realistic tone of the characters, and it is a perfect adaptation of the novel. If you’re looking for a gritty & quirky series. You should have a look at Shameless.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Cast: Emmy Rossum, William H. Macy, Jeremy Allen White, and more..
Plot: A story of a working-class family in Chicago whose six children suffer because of drunk father.
Honorable Mentions:
- Bosch
- Jack Ryan
- The Expanse
- Sneaky Pete
- The Man in High Castle
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Oeh I love House! I recently watched every episode and it’s the perfect match of fun and seriousness