Here are the best feel-good series that change your mood and bring a smile to your faces.
Indeed, we all need to feel a little better. Sometimes we get so bogged down in the troubles of everyday life that we almost forget to breathe. In order to stop and rest for a while, we need things that give us a breather and help us remember things. There are some TV series that can be a driving force for us to feel the power of friendship, the love of family, to come back to ourselves a little bit. Moreover, the characters you are watching are characters that we encounter in our own lives, that we are very happy to be around, that make us smile. So, it will remind you of someone. If you are ready to disperse the dark clouds, here are some TV series that will be like a medicine for you, so to speak, that will give you some “positive vibes”. Open your windows a little and get your remote ready.
Ted Lasso
“Ted Lasso”, which is about American football coach Ted Lasso being fired from his job in the US, then coming to England and starting to coach the ailing AFC Richmond, aired between 2020-2023. Starring Jason Sudeikis, “Ted Lasso” has won 34 awards to date, including the Golden Globe and Emmy. Although the series, which airs on Apple TV and has an IMDB score of 8.8, is about soccer, don’t immediately say, “I’m not interested in soccer, why should I watch it?”
Rebeca, the owner of the soccer team, Roy Kent, who is tough but has a heart of gold inside his shell, coach Beard, Jamie Tartt, the star of the team, and Keeley, the team’s public relations manager, are unique characters. The side stories flow beautifully alongside the main story. Ted Lasso is a coach who never loses hope no matter what the circumstances. In the series, which tells about unity to win and the power of friendship, comedy and drama are in such a dose that it definitely leaves a smile on your face. If you haven’t seen it and are having dark days, definitely give this series a chance. You will be like cotton.
The Good Place
Whatever your opinion on the concept of life after death, “The Good Place” will give you a different perspective. The show is created by Mike Schur, who also created “Parks and Recreation”. It stars Kristen Bell and Ted Danson. Eleanor, who thinks she’s gone to the side of good after her death, has a reception that says “Welcome! Everything is fine”, “The Good Place” touches on many topics such as heaven and hell, good guys and bad guys, rewards and punishments, demons and angels.
The IMDB score of the series, which is blended with entertaining images and subtle humor, is 8.2. The good thing is that an episode of the series lasts 20 minutes. The bad thing is that there is no continuity in some episodes. So, if you get bored for a few episodes, don’t turn it off immediately. “The Good Place” on Netflix does not have a great reputation in our country, but it is an interesting series where you can question life and find yourself thinking about it.
Schitt’s Creek
The series about Johnny, a bankrupt multimillionaire who moves with his wife Moira, son David and daughter Alexis to the small, ordinary town of Schitt’s Creek, has received worldwide acclaim for its acting, production and script. Schitt’s Creek was originally bought by Johnny for his son’s birthday as a joke because of its name. When the family goes bankrupt, it’s all they have left.
They are forced to move to the town, which is depicted as a place in Canada, and they can’t get used to it. The townspeople don’t take them seriously at all. But then, of course, things change. The series has received 65 awards to date, including prestigious awards such as Critic’s Choice, Golden Globe and Emmy. With an IMDB score of 8.5, “Schitt’s Creek” centers on the power of love and the warmth of family. Thus, you feel warm inside while watching it. Indeed, sometimes we really need shows like this. It’s not too late to remember some things… You can watch the series on TV+.
Derry Girls
“Derry Girls” tells the story of five teenagers growing up in Northern Ireland in the 90s amid political conflicts and Catholic-Protestant wars. Saoirse-Monica Jackson, Dylan Llewellyn and Nicola Coughlan star in the series, which you will hear a lot of Irish accents because it is set in Ireland. Since it is set in the 90s, both the atmosphere and the music are great. Of course, The Cranberries play a big role in this. It’s a series about strange adolescents, their strange families, teenage mistakes and beautiful landscapes. Each character in the series deserves a separate applause. You will be distracted while watching and you will love the subtle jokes. “Derry Girls”, where you can feel the warmth of family and friendship ties, will make you feel really good, especially if you like British comedies and teen dramas. You can watch the series with an IMDB score of 8.5 on Netflix.
Abbott Elementary
We all have a teacher in our lives who radically changed our student years. Even years later, we remember how that teacher touched our lives and smile. “Abbott Elementary”, one of the most watched sitcoms in the US, tells the story of a group of dedicated teachers who touch the lives of their students. These are teachers who strive to give their students the best education possible, despite financial difficulties.
The series, created and starred by Quinta Brunson, has been compared to “The Office” by many viewers because it is a mockumentary. In 2021, Brunson won the “Best Actress” Emmy award in the comedy category for her portrayal of Principal Ava in “Abbott Elementary”, the first black actress to win this award in 40 years. She was also named one of People magazine’s “People of the Year” in 2022. You can watch the series with an IMDB score of 8.2 on Disney Plus.
Superstore
If you’re in the market for a little bit of a snack, “Superstore” is the show for you. Starring Ben Feldman and America Ferrera, the series has an IMDB score of 7.9. Written by Justin Spitzer, one of the screenwriters of “The Office”, “Superstore” takes place in a grocery store. The series, which tramples on the concept of the “American Dream”, so to speak, and tells what the capitalist system has reduced people to, was broadcast for 6 seasons between 2015-2021. The viewers of the series think that the first season was more average, but the second season fully met the expectations. The customer scenes at the grocery store are also quite entertaining. A light and feel-good sitcom, “Superstore” has been compared to “The Office” and “Brooklyn 99”. If you liked both shows, this one will be good for you.
Community
Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino, is part of the cast of “Community”, which is described as one of the most underappreciated productions in the history of the series. Despite winning Emmy and Critic’s Choice awards and running for 6 seasons, “Community” has never been very high in the ratings rankings and was inspired by the experiences of Dan Harmon, the writer of the series, during his college years. The concept of friendship and team spirit works very well in “Community”, and you can see many details about the past of all the characters. The guest stars in the series with an IMDB score of 8.5 are also very good. Names such as Jack Black, Brie Larson, Betty White, John Goodman, Owen Wilson and others join the world of “Community” as guests. If you like a bold sense of humor, “Community” will make you feel very good.
Ghosts
Here we are with a very good series. “Ghosts”, which has an IMDB score of 7.9 and is also underappreciated. A young couple, Sam and Jay, move into a haunted mansion and form an unlikely friendship with the ghosts who live there. A Bafta-winning British series, “Ghosts” also has an American version. You’ll love the cast of fun ghosts, including a Viking, an officer who died of dysentery, a lady who committed suicide in the 1800s, a lounge singer, an Italian who died in the 80s. Of course, many more ghosts like these will pop in and out of the story. With its 20-minute episodes, “Ghosts” is easy to watch and if you like British humor, we recommend you to watch the British version.
Shrinking
Jason Segel is the actor, screenwriter and producer of “Shrinking”, which stars veteran actor Harrison Ford. Although the series, which started airing in 2023, starts with the story of a man grieving after the death of his wife, it is a pleasure to watch as it shows the importance of communicating, talking and melting some barriers. “Shrinking”, which has been compared to “After Life” and “Ted Lasso” by viewers, has an IMDB score of 8.
The series is written by Brett Goldstein, who played the character of Roy Kent in “Ted Lasso”, Bill Lawrence and Jason Segel, also from the writing team of “Ted Lasso”. Should we really trust the people around us? Isn’t loneliness really good for you? Is it right to be in pain and not to run away from it in order to face and overcome it? “Shrinking” will leave you with a clean feeling at the end of the day. You can watch the series on Apple TV.
