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10 TV Series So Addictive You'll Forget You Had a Social Life

10 TV Series So Addictive You'll Forget You Had a Social Life
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From the eerie outskirts of tech towns to the bustling crime-ridden streets of London, these series will glue you to the couch.

1. Devs

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Step right up! Witness the carnival of tech and philosophy! Inside Silicon Valley's circus tent, we've got Forest, the enigmatic CEO of a quantum computing company. An algorithm predicting future? Not just your next Amazon order but everything. But alas! When a young coder's boyfriend mysteriously dies, she suspects foul play. Dive into a rabbit hole where determinism dances with free will. Do you trust the tech? Or does the tech trust you?

2. Tales from the Loop

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Imagine, if you will, a town built atop an experimental machine – 'The Loop'. What's it do? Ah, the age-old question. Bending time, merging realities, granting the impossible... just another Tuesday. The townsfolk? They're stories. They weave in and out, exploring love, loss, and the mysteries of life. Do dreams come true? In this place, nightmares do too. So, next time your TV remote goes missing, remember, maybe it's just another tale from the loop.

3. The Capture

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CCTV footage: every step, every move, always watched. But what if – and hear me out – those tapes lie? A soldier, Shaun Emery, freshly acquitted of a crime, finds himself back in the crosshairs when damning footage surfaces. A thriller that tiptoes the line between surveillance as safety and the sinister side of those watchful eyes. The big question: In a digital age, can we trust what we see? Or is seeing no longer believing?

4. Warrior Nun

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Alright, picture this: Nuns. Warriors. Demons. Heaven and hell have collided, and right in the middle? A 19-year-old named Ava. Previously paralyzed, now resurrected with divine powers, she's the chosen one, destined to fight demons. As cool as it sounds, it's a lot for a teen to process. Biblical lore? Check. Kickass nuns? Check. A helluva ride? Absolutely. Heaven or hell, choose your side, and let's get this party started!

5. Bloodride

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Ever been on a bus journey and wondered about your fellow passengers? Here's a bus you won't forget. Each episode: a different tale of horror. A macabre joyride through human psyche and societal norms. There's dark comedy, shock, and that creeping feeling that something's just not right. Love a good twist? Hop aboard, but remember, it's not the destination, it's the journey... and this one's a bumpy ride.

6. The Third Day

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Sam, grieving a personal loss, stumbles upon a secluded island. "Come on in!", the islanders beckon. Rituals, festivities, and traditions await. But here's the twist: there's no easy way out. Tied by his own trauma and the island's enigmatic allure, Sam grapples with reality. It's a mind-bending maze, part folklore, part psychological thriller. Ever felt trapped in your own thoughts? This island might just be your brain's doppelgänger.

7. Ragnarok

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High school's tough. Even tougher when you're a Norse god reincarnated. A Norwegian town, environmental issues, and ancient deities clashing in modern times. As Magne discovers his godly lineage and powers, the age-old battle between gods and giants resurfaces. And yes, it's all set in a high school backdrop. Greek tragedies have nothing on Norse high schools. Bring on the thunder!

8. Perry Mason

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Time machine alert! Welcome to 1930s Los Angeles. A city of glam, jazz, and... crime. Enter Perry Mason, our down-and-out detective turned lawyer. A child kidnapping has the city in a tizzy, and Mason's at the heart of it. With noir tones and intricate plotting, the show delves into Mason's quest for justice. Forget the books, this ain't your grandma's Perry Mason. But here's some advice: always keep an ace up your sleeve.

9. The Witcher

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Monsters. Magic. And a mercenary with morals. Geralt of Rivia, our gruff Witcher, slays monsters for coin. But in a land where kings and queens play wicked games, the deadliest monsters wear crowns. Toss in a sorceress and a mysterious child, and you've got a fantasy brew more intoxicating than any medieval mead. Is destiny a binding force or just old folklore? Strap in, grab your sword, and ride into the fray.

10. Gangs of London

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Across the pond, in the heart of London, crime syndicates rule the roost. But when the head of the city's most powerful gang is assassinated, chaos ensues. Loyalties are tested, alliances shift, and bullets fly. It's a sprawling tale of power, revenge, and the lengths one goes to keep the throne. London's not just tea and crumpets, mate. It's a concrete jungle where only the fiercest survive.