10 Feel-Good Series On Amazon Prime To Lift Your Spirits
From the heartwarming to the hilariously absurd, Amazon Prime sure knows how to serve a platter of pick-me-ups.
1. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
New York, 1958. Miriam "Midge" Maisel seemed to have it all: the perfect husband, kids, and Upper West Side apartment. But when hubby Joel faltered in his comedic pursuits and left her, did Midge crumble? Not quite. She discovered her own knack for stand-up comedy, taking the smoky Greenwich Village clubs by storm. With her dynamic manager Susie by her side, Midge tackled societal expectations while delivering zinger after zinger. And so, amidst retro dresses and vintage jokes, Mrs. Maisel redefined herself.
2. Parks and Recreation
The town of Pawnee, Indiana: a place of town meetings, quirky residents, and a Parks Department bursting with character. Enter Leslie Knope, the department's ever-enthusiastic deputy director with dreams bigger than the Harvest Festival. Ron Swanson, her libertarian boss, prefers woodwork and meat to bureaucracy.
Tom Haverford? He's got entrepreneurial dreams doused in cologne. As the team navigates town politics and friendships, the real question arises: Can a pit be transformed into a park? And in the process, can a group of misfits become family?
3. Good Omens
The world's about to end, and who's to blame? An angel named Aziraphale and a demon called Crowley, who've grown rather fond of Earth's pleasures. Tasked with ensuring the Antichrist ushers in Armageddon, they, er, misplace him. Now, with the Four Horsemen riding in and the clock ticking, can these celestial frenemies thwart the apocalypse? Teaming up, they tackle prophecies, misplaced Antichrists, and even their own higher (and lower) bosses. All in a day's work when heaven and hell collide over afternoon tea, right?
4. Mozart in the Jungle
The New York Symphony: prestigious, esteemed, and in for a shake-up. Rodrigo, an eccentric conductor from Mexico, is hired and makes waves with his unorthodox methods. Hailey, an aspiring oboist, lands herself as his assistant and dives deep into the world of classical music, with its passions and pitfalls.
Between late-night parties, love triangles, and the quest for artistic perfection, one wonders: Is classical music the last place to expect drama? But under Rodrigo's baton, the orchestra and its members find both harmony and discord. After all, isn't life just a series of notes waiting to be played?
5. Forever
June and Oscar, a married couple, have lived a comfortable, predictable life for 12 years in Riverside, California. Yet, when a ski trip shakes things up, they find themselves in a new, surreal place. Suddenly, they're navigating the nuances of their relationship in a neighborhood that's anything but usual.
Neighbors like Kase offer different perspectives on existence. But are June and Oscar prepared for such revelations? Amidst existential ponderings and suburban mysteries, they find that 'forever' might not mean what they thought. Because, sometimes, routine needs a touch of the extraordinary.
6. Catastrophe
Sharon, an Irish schoolteacher, and Rob, an American ad exec, have a week-long fling in London. Consequences? Sharon's pregnant. Rob moves across the pond, and they give coupledom a shot. Their journey – filled with humor, cultural clashes, and the realities of unexpected parenthood – paints a vivid picture. Is love enough to overcome sleepless nights, meddling friends, and in-laws? With wit as sharp as a knife and hearts as big as London, they remind us that life's biggest catastrophes can birth the sweetest moments.
7. Red Oaks
David, a college student, lands a summer job as a tennis instructor at the posh Red Oaks Country Club in New Jersey. Surrounded by eccentric members, quirky coworkers, and the woes of young adulthood, what could possibly go awry? Throw in a girlfriend's pushy dad, a friend's misadventures in video production, and a parents' midlife crisis. As David serves and volleys through summer's ups and downs, one thing's clear: Finding oneself might just be the ultimate game. So, are you ready to step onto the court of nostalgia?
8. The Tick
In a world where superheroes are as common as morning coffee, an amnesiac blue superhero named The Tick appears. Paired with Arthur, a mild-mannered accountant with moth-like abilities, they fight crime! Villains like The Terror loom large, but does that deter The Tick? Nope! With quips as frequent as his punches, he proves that bravery isn't about perfection. It's about heart, humor, and sometimes, forgetting what you were saying. In The Tick's world, being a hero is more about spirit than superpowers.
9. Bosch
Harry Bosch, an LAPD detective, dives deep into the city's gritty underworld, solving its darkest cases. Murder, corruption, and the ghosts of his own past? Just another day in LA. As he navigates the maze of urban crime, the lines between right and wrong blur. But Harry's unyielding pursuit of justice, even amidst department politics and personal challenges, shines through.
In a city where secrets cast long shadows, can one man's determination light the way? Bosch's Los Angeles is a chiaroscuro painting, where the detective seeks clarity amidst contrasting shades.
10. Upload
In a future where humans can 'upload' themselves into a virtual afterlife, Nathan finds himself in the luxurious digital realm after a car crash. Lakeview, his new digital domain, offers serene views, but life, or rather afterlife, isn't without its glitches. Guided by Nora, his living customer service rep or "Angel", Nathan grapples with his new reality.
From digital dogs to memory manipulations, the virtual world holds wonders and weirdness. Yet, as Nathan and Nora grow closer, they ponder: Can genuine connections form in artificial realities? In a world where data reigns supreme, perhaps the heart's uploads are the most genuine.