5 TV shows to binge-watch this weekend from ‘Dating Around’ to ‘Holey Moley’
12, JUN 2020
By Kelly Lawler
This weekend, you can date around, sing about Central Park, fight demons, or enjoy mini golf, all from the comfort of your couch.
There aren't as many new summer TV shows this year as usual, due to production delays caused by the coronavirus pandemic. But considering the rate at which TV has been produced over the past few years, there is plenty out there to entertain you that you haven't seen before.
Whether you want something silly, something romantic, something fantasy or something sweet, we have five shows that will make your weekend staying home feel like an escape.
If you miss 'The Bachelorette': 'Dating Around'
This Netflix reality dating show isn't anything like "Love Is Blind." Rather than mocking the contestant or creating ludicrous scenarios to drive up their emotions and libido, the series presents a radically normal vision of dating, one without hot air balloon rides or private concerts. In “Dating Around,” blind dates meet at a bar, get food, and, if all goes well, maybe a nightcap. Each episode centers on a single person who goes on six first dates and chooses one partner for a second date – a decision made off camera with no explanation. It's simple, refreshing and easy watching. And a second season drops this weekend.
Stream it on Netflix.
If you want one show with a lot of episodes: 'Supernatural'
When you want to sit down and binge-watch TV, there's nothing worse than getting hooked on a series with just a few seasons of 10 measly episodes. To enjoy watching one series for a prolonged period of time, look no further than CW's stalwart "Supernatural," which has 15 long seasons of mostly 22 episodes to entertain you. The series follows two brothers, Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles), who drive around the country in a classic Chevy and fight supernatural ghosts, demons, ghouls and more. Its final few episodes were delayed by the pandemic, but by the time you get through what's streaming, the finale might at long last have aired.
Stream it on Netflix.
If you want a musical: 'Central Park'
Broadway is closed during the pandemic, but you can still scratch a musical itch with this sweet animated series from Loren Bouchard, creator of "Bob's Burgers." Focused on about the quirky characters whose lives revolve around the park, the series is like a shot of warmth to your veins. With the voice talents of Josh Gad, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, Tituss Burgess, Stanley Tucci and "Hamilton" alums Leslie Odom, Jr. and Daveed Diggs, the music is superb.
Stream it on Apple TV+.
If you want a new game show obsession: 'Holey Moley'
If you like physical game shows like "Wipe Out!", silly game shows like "Press Your Luck" and mini golf in general, you will love "Holey." The series, in which mini golfers compete in an absurd series of physical and golfing challenges, is an absolute delight, as are occasional appearances from Steph Curry as the resident golf pro and commentary from Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore.
Stream it on ABC and Hulu.
If you want to learn more about anti-racism: 'Black-ish' and beyond
The national conversation about systemic racism sparked by the death of George Floyd has lead many people to seek out books, movies and TV shows that shed light on racism. USA TODAY spoke with experts on race and the media who recommended 20 shows and films, this hilarious ABC sitcom among them. The series follows an upper-middle-class Black family in a predominantly white neighborhood, and how they navigate social issues. With great performances by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, it's one of the best sitcoms on TV. See more recommendations here.
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