What are the top 20 TV shows of the 21st century? Unlike movies, Television shows become a part of our daily lives. I have always believed that TV shows are not just entertainment. They are deeper than that. To a certain extent, TV shows are the reflection of our society. With that said, let’s directly jump into the list of the top TV shows of this century so far. Note: Only those shows were considered for this list that started in or after the year 2000....
‘Gamers!,’ as the name suggests, is an anime about gaming and players. The show is very entertaining for those who like romantic-comedies. So, it won’t hurt to give it a try. Here’s the list of best anime similar to ‘Gamers!’ that are our recommendations. You can watch several of these anime like ‘Gamers!’ on Netflix, Crunchyroll or Hulu. Net-juu no Susume (2017) ‘Net-juu no Susume’ is a funny anime based on gaming....
SPONSORED LINKS Sitcoms are among the most-watched television programs in the world. Having been around since the time when televisions were first gaining mainstream popularity, this format of TV shows has seen numerous variations throughout the long years of its existence. Among them, one of the most radical diversions has been animated sitcoms. Animation is a medium which was used for children’s entertainment during its initial days. However, since the late 1980s, when ‘The Simpsons’ first released, we got to know that animated sitcoms can be targeted towards adults....
SPONSORED LINKS 9. Run Lola Run (1998) ‘Run Lola Run’ is a German film that shows three possible alternate realities where Lola, who is the protagonist, attempts a bank robbery to save her boyfriend. In each of these runs where she tries to rob the bank, even the smallest changes along the run affect the entire outcome of the robbery. This film is one of the finest pieces of German Cinema....
Married couple Sam and Connie Greiner suddenly found themselves cast into the spotlight after their appearance on ‘The Amazing Race.’ With the show pitting several teams of two against each other in a race around the world, Sam and Connie entered the fray to win it all for their family and loved ones. Thus, with interest around the couple’s lives at an all-time high, we decided to jump in and find out everything there is to know about them....
TLC’s ‘90 Day Fiance‘ provides an intriguing study of cross-border couples as it focuses on the lives of US citizens engaged to foreign nationals. The US offers a K-1 visa which allows the foreign partners to come over but marry within 90 days or risk getting deported. A period of just three months is extremely short for couples who have to deal with differences in cultures, habits, and lifestyles. Still, watching how each pair decides to tackle their unique problems in the name of love is interesting indeed....
TLC’s ‘90 Day Fiance‘ is an interesting reality show that helps us glance into the lives of US citizens engaged to foreign nationals. These foreign partners come to the United States on a special K-1 visa that allows them a total of 90 days within which they have to marry or risk getting sent back to their country. With vast differences in lifestyle, habits, and customs, 90 days is not enough to iron out all issues....
SPONSORED LINKS There has always been a league of actors/actresses who generally get to be treated with this so-called tag of “underrated” in one time or another in their career, not only in Hollywood, but also in world cinema. Joaquin Phoenix (first name pronounced as “Wha-keen”, only if you didn’t know) is certainly one such actor, who without a doubt will feature among top ranks, if we take a list of leading contemporary Hollywood actors....
With Howard Deutch at the helm, Lifetime original action-thriller movie ‘Buried in Barstow’ is a dynamic and explosive affair featuring great character acting from its diverse cast ensemble. However, its robust driving energy is Angie Harmon’s nuanced performance in the role of no-nonsense female protagonist Hazel, with a touch of humor. It is fair to say that the movie is divided into two halves, thematically. In the first part, Hazel gives a lesson to Travis, the misleading boyfriend of Joy, Hazel’s daughter....
Authorities, as well as Tara Sidorovich’s family members, hoped for her safe return when she went missing on October 1, 2001. However, in July 2002, Tara’s body was found in a makeshift grave inside a local wooded area turning the case on its head. ‘Dateline: The Knock at the Door’ draws a vivid picture of Tara’s heinous murder and shows how the police were able to bring Phillip Barr and David McMannis to justice....
‘The Umbrella Academy’ is a superhero show that gained popularity due to its intriguing plot and lovable characters. It focuses on the story of seven siblings, all of whom are exceptional and distinct in their own way. It is easy to get attached to the characters in the show, especially if they are good to the core. Phinneus Pogo is one of them. The chimp appeared in the first season serving as a good parental figure for the dysfunctional bunch that forms the Umbrella Academy....
There are some characters that, no matter how dire a situation, always manage to come out alive and kicking. These characters don’t deserve to survive, but they do. Reginald Hargreeves in ‘The Umbrella Academy’ is one such person. While he is supposed to be a billionaire philanthropist, he is actually a very cold and calculating person. He adopts a group of children who are born under mysterious circumstances and uses them as pawns to get what he wants....
SPONSORED LINKS Co-directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, ‘I Love You Phillip Morris’ is a black comedy film that chronicles the journey of Steven Jay Russell and his numerous con schemes that see him end up in prison time and time again. But the movie is also packed with romance as Russell gets infatuated with the titular character during one of his many stints in prison. Thus, most of his schemes are a way for him to either please Morris or be reunited with him, following the latter’s release....
SPONSORED LINKS Created by Simone Finch, ‘Single Drunk Female’ is a comedy television series that presents a young woman named Samantha who seems to have left her past life behind after an embarrassing public incident disturbs her peace of mind. She returns back home to live with her overbearing mother and reinvent her future plans. Starring Sofia Black-D’Elia and Ally Sheedy in prominent roles, the series strikes a chord among the audiences considering how instances have been taken from creator Finch’s personal experiences....
Netflix’s ‘The Gray Man’ stars Ryan Gosling as the eponymous character. Best known as Six, he is forced to go rogue, when he discovers that the agency that he works for has fallen into the hands of corrupt people. While he tries to run away from it, things become personal when his mentor/father figure is used as leverage against him. There are a lot of action sequences in the film, balanced by delicate relationships, complex characters, and surprising twists....
SPONSORED LINKS Created by Matthew Mercer, ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ is an adult animated fantasy TV series. It is based on the first campaign of the web series ‘Critical Role’ which is adapted from the gameplay of ‘Dungeons and Dragons.’ The story is set in the mystical realm of Exandria where a group of eight misfits unexpectedly find themselves on a mission to save their land from dark forces. The series has a stellar voice cast including Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, and Matthew Mercer, among several others....
In ‘Komi Can’t Communicate’ season 2, episode 3 titled ‘Feelings,’ ‘Fantasies 2,’ ‘Invitation to Lunch,’ and ‘Roasted Potatoes,’ the anime follows the titular protagonist’s struggles and challenges in everyday life. Shinobino, Sonoda, and Shigeo sit together for one more time to discuss their dating fantasies while Tadano listens to them surreptitiously. Later, Komi has an awkward meeting with Tadano outside the school. Here’s everything you need to know about the ending of ‘Komi Can’t Communicate’ season 2, episode 3....
A night out at the local clubs turned out to be fatal for a young Tiffany Jenks. In October 2013, Tiffany’s dead body was found in a park in Fairview, Oregon, setting in motion a thorough investigation that involved conflicting stories. Investigation Discovery’s ‘The Wonderland Murders: Deadly Decision’ delves into Tiffany’s slaying, the events leading up to it, and the people that were implicated. So, let’s find out more about what happened then, shall we?...
TLC’s ’90 Day Fiance’ offers a detailed study of cross-border couples as it revolves around US citizens engaged to foreign nationals. These foreign partners arrive on US soil with the help of a K-1 visa which gives them an ultimatum of 90 days within which they have to marry. As the foreign nationals face the risk of deportation if they fail to tie the knot within the stipulated period, it is pretty interesting to witness how each couple tries to settle their issues in their own unique way....
Season 9 episode 5 of ‘When Calls the Heart,’ titled ‘Journey into Light,’ sees Rosemary and Lee’s marital woes reach a turning point while Minnie decides to adopt a different approach toward Mr. Landis. To everyone’s delight, Nathan’s niece Allie returns to Hope Valley and their equation strengthens. Things get even more interesting when Lucas gets a motorcycle and challenges Nathan to a race. While the townsfolk prepare to cheer for them, Fiona comes back from her trip as well but ends up upsetting Henry....
