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Shermann

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32. Walking Dead fan checking in

Sat Apr 12, 2025, 09:50 AM

Apr 12

The original series accomplished the impossible and made the far-fetched concept of a zombie apocalypse REAL. It was immersive and engaging and terrifying. The early seasons drove the plot forward and were very bingeable.

After a few seasons the show trailed off as it settled into a big bad/monster of the week formula. The lack of plot progression was palpable, and I don't believe binging them would be very satisfying. I think this downturn began with the prison thread in Season 3. I did watch all 11 seasons as they came out.

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Does anyone binge a few favorite TV shows to avoid the media propaganda? [View all] FarPoint Apr 11 OP

I like to binge watch the BBC murder mysteries. I find them very calming. Walleye Apr 11 #1

Excellent, healthy diversion choices. FarPoint Apr 11 #5

the first time trump was fake prez i swore off all news and binged all the westerns.... samnsara Apr 12 #21

Watching those old westerns brings back some hazy childhood memories for me. I was about five when we got our first TV. Walleye Apr 12 #22

Me, too, Midsomer Murders is my favorite! Diamond_Dog Apr 12 #31

Ditto WmChris Apr 12 #33

Bobs Burgers Freddie Apr 11 #2

I completely understand.... FarPoint Apr 11 #6

CSI and Criminal Minds Brainstormy Apr 11 #3

I think such shows give us a sense of accomplishment thru the investigation process. FarPoint Apr 11 #8

Yes SuzyandPuffpuff Apr 11 #4

I never watched markie Apr 11 #7

I've been hooked on FBI lately - Eye opening to all the possibilities of surveillance and facial recognition tulipsandroses Apr 11 #9

My rec: Detectorists. It is sweet comedy about a metal detecting club in England. FSogol Apr 11 #10

I like that one too, great writing interesting characters Walleye Apr 12 #23

THE BEST SHOW EVER Lulu KC Apr 12 #34

I'm rewatch binging "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel", "Ted Lasso" and "The Middle". All favorites of mine... wcmagumba Apr 11 #11

My wife and I binged the BBC "Poirot" mysteries with David Suchet all through Donnie Diaper's first term. Aristus Apr 11 #12

I think it's because you know right away. Justice will be done by the end of that episode. Walleye Apr 12 #24

old episodes of Mystery Science Theater 3000 DBoon Apr 11 #13

Same here. Plus... bif Apr 11 #15

Back in January of 2010, my ex and I saw CT live in Royal Oak, Michigan. Xavier Breath Apr 12 #38

I saw Joel and the crew a few years ago. bif Apr 12 #39

I see your point, and there are some advantages to binging as mentioned. Xavier Breath Apr 11 #14

Just look at my name...Farpoint... FarPoint Apr 11 #17

I was in high school during the original Star Trek series. It was one of the few things I actually watched after Walleye Apr 12 #25

A few of my favorite comfort shows are... bif Apr 11 #16

It was a shame that Detroiters didn't have a larger audience. Xavier Breath Apr 12 #30

There are rumors that there might be another season or two. bif Apr 12 #35

♦️Wild Cards ♠️ LessAspin Apr 11 #18

The Munsters, King of the Hill, Mike and Molly and Everybody loves Raymond help me keep my sanity TommieMommy Apr 12 #19

I think these shows help us stay sane.... FarPoint Apr 12 #20

Dick Van Dyke and Andy Griffith. I used to enjoy watching American Greed because mucifer Apr 12 #26

"Mythic Quest" Apple TV is very good underpants Apr 12 #27

Nah RoadRunner Apr 12 #28

My friend is addicted to the cable channel that just shows westerns. no_hypocrisy Apr 12 #29

Walking Dead fan checking in Shermann Apr 12 #32

South Korean dramas are keeping me sane. blm Apr 12 #36

Immediately after the election, I watched the entire "ER" series. greatauntoftriplets Apr 12 #37

My rebingers: The Treks, Person of Interest, Fringe, The Good Fight, Babylon 5, BSG reboot. I'll catch a newer show... electric_blue68 Apr 13 #40