9 Wholesome TV Shows for Those Who Can't Handle Breaking Bad
When the weight of the world, or say, the darkness of Breaking Bad, gets too much, dive into these nuggets of feel-good TV.
1. Anne with an E
Classic literature reborn. Orphan Anne Shirley navigates life in the late 1800s, with fiery hair and an even fiercer spirit. Themes? Friendship, feminism, and finding one's place. It's a vintage tale, tailored with modern sensibilities. Some call it a sacrilege; others, an adaptation for the ages. Does this Anne rewrite history or simply add a new chapter?
2. Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist
Imagine if you could hear others' deepest feelings – not through words, but songs. Weird? You betcha. Zoey, after a freak MRI incident, becomes a human jukebox. Strangers and pals burst into song, belting their heart out. A comedic symphony of understanding others and finding one's own voice. Some argue it's an emotional overload; others say it's music to their ears. To watch or not to watch, that is the question.
3. Kim's Convenience
It's a regular convenience store in Toronto. Ah, but wait! This ain't just about selling chips and soda. The Kim family, first-generation Korean immigrants, manage more than just their store. They juggle cultural clashes, generation gaps, and the intricacies of family bonds. It's peppered with humor, candid moments, and life's small but profound revelations. Yes, it's light and fluffy. But who says a show can't be as comfy as an old sweater?
4. The Good Place
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The afterlife: a place of fluffy clouds, harps and... philosophy lessons? Eleanor Shellstrop finds herself in The Good Place post-mortem. Problem? She doesn't belong. With the aid of her new pals, she aims to earn her spot. A whimsical jaunt through ethical conundrums, sprinkled with humor and wit. It's not Dante's Inferno, but is it a heavenly watch or a hellish drag? Only one way to find out!
5. Schitt's Creek
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When the filthy-rich Rose family goes broke, they're left with one asset: a backwater town, Schitt's Creek. High heels on muddy lanes, fancy dresses in dingy motels – it's a rags-to-not-so-riches tale. The Roses blossom (pun intended) amid chaos, finding love, purpose, and community. Critics say it's too rosy; fans argue it's pure gold. Where do you stand on the Schitt spectrum?
6. Call the Midwife
Swoop into 1950s East End London, where midwives cycle through cobbled streets, delivering babies and dollops of drama. Nuns, nurses, and newborns populate this warm, comforting series. Life, death, love, and, yes, a good dose of childbirth – the show serves it all in a vintage teacup. Is it a tad saccharine for some? Perhaps. But isn't a spoonful of sugar just what the doctor ordered sometimes?
7. Never Have I Ever
Teenage angst? Check. Complex family dynamics? Double-check. Enter Devi Vishwakumar's world, a high schooler battling grief, hormones, and the ever-daunting American high school ecosystem. It's a refreshing perspective on Indian-American adolescence. Some dub it stereotypical; others find it relatable. A comedic dive into teenage woes, it begs the question: Have you ever walked in someone else's shoes?
8. Please Like Me
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Life's messy, right? Josh, 20-something and recently out, dives headfirst into life's soup of relationships, mental health, and awkward encounters. It's quirky, Australian, and unabashedly honest. If life gives you lemons, this show squeezes out the comedy, sprinkles in the drama, and hands you a cocktail. Some sip and grimace; others gulp and cheer. What's your flavor?
9. Ted Lasso
Slap on those football cleats, mates! American football coach Ted Lasso hops across the pond, clueless but beaming, to coach English football. What's he packing? Not a strategic master plan, but cookies, optimism, and darn good vibes. While some might smirk, thinking he's like a fish out of water, there's more to this Midwest gem than meets the eye. Can biscuits mend broken spirits and bridge cultures? Ted Lasso takes a punt.