The Ultimate Lockdown TV, Film and Podcast List
Now is the time to do the things that we never usually have the time to do, including starting that new TV series that you’ve always wanted to, watching your favourite films over and over or listening to a new podcast for hours. I personally, have loved having the time to commit to a new series without feeling ‘guilty’ for spending my evenings doing that instead of being out with friends and in light of that, I have rounded up everything I am watching and listening to right no.
From classic 90’s to Netflix originals and crime to love, there is something for everyone on the list below…
TV SHOWS
The best comedies, dramas, thrillers and love stories that will keep you occupied throughout lockdown and beyond.
Netflix
Ozark
A 3 season drama series that follows the ‘Byrde’ family on their journey from Chicago to the Ozark’s following a money-laundering scheme gone wrong, forcing them to work for the Mexican drug cartel.
After Life
A Ricky Gervais special, this is both hilarious and harrowing as Tony navigates life after this wife Lisa’s death. Season 2 has just come out and is definitely a more emotional watch than S1…
Love Sick
A classic Netflix Original comedy that follows three friends, Dylan, Luke and Evie on their life living in Dublin. Ex girlfriends, parties, road trips and love, disasters and heartbreak, this is a hilarious 3 season extravaganza that I could watch over and over again.
ATypical
A heartfelt comedy following on the autism spectrum teenager Sam who decides he is ready for a love life. Watch and enjoy as the families life that once revolved around Sam, adjust to his newfound independence.
Sex Education
If there’s a show that doesn’t need an introduction, it is this. College students Asa Butterfield and Maeve dish out sex advice learnt from his sex therapist mother (Gillian Anderson) to confused fellow students. Hilarious, relatable, heartfelt and just brilliant.
Master of None
A witty Netflix Original millennial comedy series about young actor Dev’s life in New York as he navigates work, dating, socialising and love.
The Sinner
A dark, crime series starring Jessica Biel that follows a chilling beach murder of a man she claims, she has never met.
Peaky Blinders
It’s 1919 and The Peaky Blinders are running Birmingham. Peaky Blinders is a true British crime drama that follows the Shelby family, a criminal gang operating in Small Heath after the First World War. Boss, Tommy Shelby played by Cillian Murphy runs the show and takes viewers on a journey of blood, sweat and tears through 5 seasons.
Suits
An American legal drama series following college drop out, Mike Ross who ends up working for Harvey Spectre, at a leading law firm. 5 series and 70 episodes, this is the perfect series to get stuck into and binge each night. It’s the perfect escapism show with a killer wardrobe, cast, dialogue and set.
Safe
Everything is seemingly perfect and on track for those living within in the gated community until two teenagers go missing which brings old secrets to the surface and a murder investigation to the forefront of the police's attention.
Friends
No introduction needed but this is the perfect time to watch S1-10 from start to finish.
BBC
Normal People
Based on Sally Rooney’s best selling novel, this brand new series follows Marianne and Connell’s on and off romance from sixth-form to university. Touching on many relevant topics, this is the perfect representation of ‘the right time’ in relationships, as we follow the decisions they make and the impact they have on each other. Emotional,
The Nest
Set in Glasgow, this is a new emotional thriller that explores trust, love and what measures you’d take to have your own baby… I can’t reveal too much else without giving it away but it’s a must-watch for those that love a classic BBC drama.
Fleabag
The epitome of dry, witty British humour. Fleabag is navigating life in London after a tragic loss that has left her feeling angry, guilty and confused. As script writer and lead role, Phoebe Waller-Bridge is nothing but fabulous in this 2 parter that had the nation hooked.
Killing Eve
Jodie Comer stars as a female assassin, Villanelle in this BBC drama. Bored and an expert killer, Villanelle catches the attention of MI6 agent, Eve who is obsessed with tracking her down. Season 3 has just been released so there is plenty of wit to catch up on.
4oD
Catastrophe
This is the best of British sitcoms… Written by Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan, Catastrophe is bursting with hilarious jokes and wit as Rob and Sharon star in the series as a pair who start seeing each-other ‘casually’, end up falling pregnant and decide to give things a shot as a couple. Humous doesn’t get much better than this.
End Of The F***ing World
Bored and lonely at home, James and Alyssa embark on a road trip to find her father. The 17 year-olds try to make sense of the world together but stumble upon a series of violent events that changes everything.
Sky
Gangs of London
Terrifying, ferocious and blood-filled, Gangs of London tells the story of life in the city after the leader of the most powerful crime family is killed and it’s down to his son to take his place. Featuring the Albanian mafia, billions of pounds and power struggles, this is one for the viewers who loved Peaky Blinders.
Big Little Lies
Starring one of the most epic female casts ever; Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Kravitz, Shailene Woodley and Laura Dern, Big Little Lies follows the life of the ‘Monterey Five’; 5 females who are tied together by one secret. Incredible locations, characters and storylines, this is possible one of the best TV shows on the list and I think most people can vouch for that.
Save Me
Harrowing and close to home (being filmed in London), this is a tense and challenging watch as a father tries to hunt down his missing daughter.
Amazon
BROAD CITY
A hilarious sit-com following the lives of 2 girls attempting to ‘make it’ in New York. Everyone needs to watch this.
MODERN LOVE
Is there anything more feel-good than watching someone else’s love story? In this romantic comedy mini-series, each episode explores love in a different form, each with one thing in common; it is never straight forward.
PODCASTS
Whatever the mood, there is a podcast for everyone and the below 10 are my most listened to.
Crime
Up & Vanished
A documentary-style podcast that investigates missing person cases. Chilling, shocking & gripping.
Casefile
A true-crime podcast that looks into real-life, well-known murder cases that were never solved.
Serial
The original crime podcasts that everyone was listening to and talking about. Serial re-investigates a murder case from 1999 as reporter and host follows up on the case, trying to find out what really happened.
Interview
How To Fail
Hosted by Elizabeth Day, How To Fail celebrates all the things in life that haven’t got quite right. Each episode features a new guest who opens up about their 5 biggest failures in life and how they have learnt from them. Relatable and reassuring, I love every single one of these episodes.
Table Manners
Jessie Ware invites guests from all walks of life to her dinner table to have some food and talk about life. Guests include musicians, actors, business owners, presenter and more, including John Legend, Emilia Clarke and David Schwimmer.
Off Menu
Hosted by comedians James Acaster and Ed Gamble, Off Menu invites guests to enjoy their ‘imaginary restaurant’ and choose their starter, main, side, pudding and drink. It’s hilarious and great escapism.
Love Stories
An extension of her book, Everything I Know About Love, Love Stories is journalists Dolly Alderton’s podcast where she talks to guests about their most important relationships and what each has taught them.
Pop Culture
The High Low
Possibly one of the most talked about podcasts, Pandora Sykes and Dolly Alderton join forces to discuss current affairs and culture each week. Whatever the topic, you’ll find it talked about here.
Things You Can’t Ask Yer Mum
Hosted by two of my favourite bloggers to follow on Instagram, Lizzy Hadfield (@shotfromthestreet) and Lindsey Holland (@lindseyholland_), this is one to listen to when you need to laugh or cry. Sit back and listen to Lizzy and Lindsey discuss their own experience of grief, friendship, relationships and breakups.
At Home With
An oldie but a goodie, At Home With is hosted by Anna Garner and Lily Pebbles who go around to different iconic female homes to discuss work, life, relationships, interior and more. Described by Anna and Lily themselves, this where you can listen to cool women, talk cool s***.
FILMS
Movie marathons are a thing and these films will keep you going for weeks.
90’s Classics
Nothing beats the music and fashion in these 90’s films. From Clueless to Pulp Fiction, below are what I believe to be some of the most iconic 90’s films of all time.
When Harry Met Sally - Netflix
You’ve Got Mail - Netflix
Pretty Woman - Amazon Prime
Four Weddings & A Funeral - Netflix
Fight Club - Amazon Prime
Clueless - Netflix
Pulp Fiction - Amazon Prime
10 Things I Hate About You - Amazon Prime & Disney Plus
How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days - Now TV
Notting Hill - Now TV
Good Will Hunting - Amazon Prime
There’s Something About Mary - Amazon Prime
My Best Friends Wedding - Amazon Prime
Romance
My favourite film genre of all time and below are my favourite films that fit perfectly into it.
One Day - Amazon Prime
Me Before You - Amazon Prime
Dirty Dancing - Amazon Prime
A Star is Born - Now TV
About Time - Now TV
Ps I Love You - Netflix
The Wedding Date - Amazon Prime
New Years Eve - Netflix
Love Rosie - Amazon Prime
27 Dresses - Netflix
He’s Just Not That Into You - Netflix
Comedies
When you need a pick me up and to laugh out loud, the below films are guaranteed to make you feel as though all your problems have gone away.
Hitch - Netflix
Fundamentals Of Caring - Netflix
Fools Gold - Netflix
The Gentlemen- Sky/Now TV
Bridesmaids - Netflix
About A Boy - Netflix
Once Upon A Time in Hollywood - Now TV
Due Date - Netflix
40 Year Old Virgin - Amazon Prime
Dramas
Sometimes you need a film with a little more substance, which is when the below dramas make their way onto my screen.
I-Tonya - Netflix
Gone Girl - Netflix
Lawless - Netflix
Prisoners - Netflix
Shutter Island - Netflix
End of Watch - Amazon Prime
Marriage Story - Netflix