Money Heist →  Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

Money Heist is a Spanish show and it’s all about a very well-planned heist. The characters come from all different areas of life and they spend a lot of time trying to pull this nearly impossible bank heist off. You will never know what to expect and be rooting for these criminals. Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo is also about a heist. This book has some fantasy elements, but it also explores a variety of different people coming together to pull off a complex heist.

Hollywood → The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Hollywood explores how a number of different people navigate in Hollywood and what it means to be Black, gay, young, and inexperienced in the early period of Hollywood. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid is also about fame and the acting scene in the 1950s-80s, this book also discusses issues such as homophobia and the Hollywood culture.

The Witcher → Throne of Glass series + The Falconer series

If you’re wanting something with magical and badass characters like in The Witcher, Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas and The Falconer by Elizabeth May are perfect. All three of these follow assassins/warriors/hunters and they all contain unique elements of magic.

The Politician →  Red, White and Royal Blue

If you’re looking for a politically charged read after watching The Politician then Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston is perfect. Both have great humour, political commentary, and a diverse set of characters.

Elite → One of Us Is Lying

Elite is filled with murder and follows a ‘whodunit’ storyline, if you want another teen murder mystery then One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus is perfect. Elite is a tad more intense and dark, but One of Us Is Lying has been described as The Breakfast Club with murder and will have you at the edge of your seat.

Sex Education →  The Exact Opposite of Okay + Jack of Hearts

Sex Education gave us all the sex education. The Exact Opposite of Okay by Laura Steven is all about a girl taking charge and fighting back against the sexist systems she’s been exposed to, so this one is great if you liked Aimee’s storyline in season 2. Jack of Hearts by L.C. Rosen is all about Jack the school ‘slut’ and what happens when he starts giving sex advice to his fellow students. One student starts threatening him and Jack learns that being out can get complicated too.

Queer Eye →  Popular: Vintage Wisdom for a Modern Geek

Queer Eye showed us all that being who we are is enough and sometimes we just need five gay men to assist us in finding our true colours. Popular by Maya Van Wagenen follows Maya herself and her journey in figuring out what makes someone ‘fit in’ and finding her own voice.

Dear White People → The Hate U Give

Are you wanting another head on look at racism in America after watching Dear White People? Then The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is perfect as it follows Starr and what happens after her friend gets shot by the police right in front of her.

Unbelievable →  Know My Name

Unbelievable told the horrifying true story about a series of rape cases. Know My Name is Chanel Miller’s story as most of us have heard about Brock Turner, but what about the girl that he raped? This is her story.

Never Have I Ever → When Dimple Met Rishi

Never Have I Ever is a great insight into Indian culture and what it means to be a teenager. When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon is a fun look at teenage dating and Indian family expectations. Both of these are so sweet and funny!

Jessica Jones → Renegades

Jessica Jones is a new take on superheroes. It has a darker undertone and Jessica isn’t the typical hero. Renegades by Marissa Meyer explores the line between hero and villain and gives us a unique superhero story.

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Euphoria

A no-nonsense, yet hilarious and engaging take on the real problems teenagers face today. Euphoria doesn’t shy away from the tough topics – from depression, bullying, and pressure to be virginal and yet not a prude to drug abuse, social media scares, and the struggle to find yourself in a world that is trying hard to tear you down. The series manages to turn every episode into a can’t stop-won’t stop watching experience, not to mention the soundtrack that will take over your playlists. Zendaya shines as the series’ protagonist but the broader cast is as diverse and fantastic as they come. Definitely recommend binging this in one go! – Mimi Koehler

The Dragon Prince

Created by some of the people behind Avatar the Last Airbender, this show has some of the greatest storytelling and animation currently airing. The Dragon Prince showcases an incredibly diverse cast of characters as they try to journey through a fantasy land to take home a baby Dragon to its mother and prevent a war. I’m in love with this show – Julia Fleur

The Umbrella Academy

Based on the graphic novel by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá, Netflix has produced a series which is fantastic. Following 7 adoptive siblings with unique powers, The Umbrella Academy follows its own rules, while not taking itself too seriously. Trained by their adoptive father to become a superhero group who fights crime, they must face their social and mental issues as adults, after their father’s death. I guess I have watched this extraordinary family at least four times alone in the first half of 2019. It is amazing on every level possible and the cast is great, which leaves you greatly entertained. – Isabella Stocka

Dark, witty, and action-packed, The Umbrella Academy has everything! Gerard Way’s original family of superheroes came to life thanks to Netflix and did not disappoint. With memorably poignant scenes and an outstanding soundtrack, I couldn’t be more excited for the second season. Good luck choosing you favourite character (although Klaus will most definitely win your heart first)! – Ankara

The Politician

The humour of Glee meets the teenage darkness of 13 Reasons Why. In this witty dramedy about a high school student election, we follow Payton Hobart in his ambition to one day become the president of the United States. It is incredibly entertaining to see these teenagers take a high school student government election so seriously. There’s a lot of hijinks and scheming that makes for a lot of fun, but behind its light façade reveals the kind of pressure to be great that teens are under today. It’s hilarious and entertaining with shockingly real moments. The entire first season of The Politician can be found on Netflix. – Gabby Gamez

Carnival Row

I’ve been missing a good fantasy series! Carnival Row is set in a Victorian-inspired world with some intriguing characters and creatures, all the while touching on topics that are relevant to today’s world. While I was a little disappointed with some parts of the plot being somewhat obvious, the series features a very talented cast and I’m even more intrigued to see where the series goes in season 2. – Elise Dumpleton

Workin Moms

Season 3 of this show dropped earlier this year and I have been bingeing the whole thing on Netflix recently. It follows people just trying to balance work and a family after having a child. Whilst it’s not always laughs, it doesn’t take itself too seriously and I think all of the actors are great. I am not even a parent but this show gives me a good giggle with all the silly bits and it’s a great pick me up. Catherine Reitman writes, produces, and stars in the show and she is wonderful. – Sarah C

Pennyworth

If you always wanted to know more about Batman’s butler, this is the show you have to watch. Alfred is a young man who has returned from war and plans to run a security service. When his path crosses Thomas Wayne’s, he found himself intertwined in a different profession. Pennyworth shows the audience an original story of everyone’s favourite butler. – Isabella Stocka

Good Omens

The long-awaited television adaptation (as it has been successfully adapted previously for radio by the BBC) of Neil Gaiman and Sir Terry Pratchett’s much-loved novel. Written and adapted by Gaiman himself, it manages to be brilliantly faithful to the source material while adding some new characters and elements that enhance and add to the story. The production design and effects are wonderfully idiosyncratic, the score is great (particularly the opening theme and its “left in the car and turned into a rock anthem” counterpart for the ending theme) and so is the cast, no matter how small or incidental the part. But the beating heart is the duo of Michael Sheen and David Tennant as Aziraphale and Crowley. The whole series plays like a love letter to the book and to the late Sir Terry Pratchett (to whom there are also a couple of nice Easter Eggs that pay homage). – Carolyn Percy

Chernobyl

Produced by HBO, this historical drama miniseries tells the heart-breaking and devastating story of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. This five-part series is led by Jared Harris, Stellan Skarsgard, and Emily Watson. Chernobyl tells the story of how the disaster occurred, the people involved in the disaster, and the lesser known stories of the people that responded to the disaster; the firefighters, the physicists, the volunteers, and the teams of miners who were tasked with digging a tunnel under the destroyed reactor. It is largely based on the book “Voices of Chernobyl” which was written by the Belarusian Nobel Laureate Svetlana Alexievich, who was at the time of the disaster a journalist living in Minsk, the capital of the then Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic.

This miniseries, while a clear dramatisation, is hard hitting and presents the devastating result of not only the reactor explosion but the destructive secrecy and corruption of the reactor management and the Government in the aftermath. The series depicts the simplified truth, ensuring the viewer does not require a degree in nuclear physics to understand the implications of the explosion and the actions of the people involved. Chernobyl is dedicated to all who sacrificed and suffered and is hard hitting, gritty and leaves you with an understanding of the question: “What is the cost of lies?” – Ellie King

The Good Place

If you haven’t started this show yet, what the fork are you doing, man? The fourth and final season premiered back in September and though many fans are incredibly sad to say goodbye, it is proving to be a fantastic end so far. The show makes you root for every character and believe they can be better people while also making you laugh out loud at every turn. The show really pushes boundaries and makes you reconsider what a sitcom can be, and it absolutely excels. – Gabby Gamez

Jane the Virgin

Family drama slots together with high-octane capers in this gloriously diverse show about a young woman who is accidentally artificially inseminated during a routine check-up. The first four seasons follow Jane’s life through the trials of coping as a pregnant virgin and then eventually as a mother. Season 5 is an incredible conclusion to the heartwarming (and often heart-wrenching series, successfully wrapping up each storyline in its usual chaos and humour. From Jane’s dream of being an author to her final romantic decision, the show celebrates love in all its forms; it’s about chasing dreams and being kind, motherhood and family. – Tom Hitchen

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

I could watch this show on repeat and never get sick of it. What more could you want from a show than catchy tunes about procrastination, textmergencies, wanting to go to the zoo, and mental illness? Following Rebecca Bunch’s journey to West Covena to rekindle an old flame ends in weird antics and absurd songs. There are points where you question everyone’s sanity but the phenomenal cast makes it effortless to still love every individual despite their odd flaws . A perfect balance of humour, heart and relatabilty makes this my favourite show ever. – Emma Knight

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Payton Hobart (Ben Platt), a wealthy student from Santa Barbara, California, has known since age seven that he’s going to be President of the United States. But first he’ll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape of all: Saint Sebastian High School.

To get elected Student Body President, secure a spot at Harvard, and stay on his singular path to success, Payton will have to outsmart his ruthless classmates without sacrificing his own morality and carefully crafted image.

The series stars Ben Platt (Pitch Perfect), Gwyneth Paltrow (Iron Man), Jessica Lange (American Horror Story), Zoey Deutch (Set It Up), Theo Germaine (Work In Progress), Julia Schlaepfer (Instinct), Laura Dreyfuss (Glee), David Corenswet (Moe and Jerryweather), Rahne Jones, Benjamin Barrett, Bob Balaban (Condor), and Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody).

The Politician premiers September 27th on Netflix with eight episodes.

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Netflix has a few miniseries set to release with The Spy starring Sacha Baron Cohen, The I-Land starring Kate Bosworth, Unbelievable starring Toni Collette, and Criminal starring David Tennant. The streaming giant also brings The Politician to the service with many familiar names including Ben Platt, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Lange, and Zoey Deutch.

This month also sees many new series start up! September sees Simon Missick star in All Rise, Jimmy Smits in Bluff City Law, Michael Sheen in Prodigal Son, Cobie Smulders in Stumptown, Mike Colter in Evil, and Forest Whitaker in Godfather of Harlem.

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