This summer has been a delightful mix of shows! While some didn't quite hit the mark, others completely blew my mind. I'm excited to share part two of my 2024 Summer TV Binge List with you!
We Are Lady Parts, Seasons 1-2
Another highlight of my summer binge-watching is Peacock's comedy, "We Are Lady Parts." How did I let this series slip by me while it was on for two seasons?
The series is about an all-female Muslim punk band (a PhD student, an Uber driver, a comic artist, a halal butcher) in the UK taking inspiration from London's rich and diverse culture, where their friendships, relationships, and cultural differences steer the band toward the musical success they've been dreaming of.
This series is fantastic; the writing and casting have me loving every minute of the 12 episodes from the first two seasons. The ensemble cast is excellent, with Anjana Vasan and Sarah Kameela being awesome, and Lucie Shorthouse as Momtaz is one of my favorites on the show as the band's manager. While learning about these characters, I began to rock and root for the band’s success.
Overall, I give this series a 9/10.
You can catch the series on Peacock.
Reacher, Season 2
After watching the first season of the most talked-about new show of 2022, I thought that season two would be even better. I might be wrong about that.
The first season was good, and I praised it in my review. But something changed going into the second season. I began questioning the boring story plot and even the use of supporting characters I didn't care about. Yeah, the action was incredible, and it led me to keep watching through the season, but it didn't hold up for me when it came to the end.
I would have thought that Robert Patrick's lousy guy character would get some sort of epic fight with Reacher, but that wasn't the case. The season just left me underwhelmed. I really hope that season three will be better than this season. Talk about a sophomore slump for this series.
Overall, I give Reacher Season 2 a 7/10.
You can catch Reacher Seasons 1-2 on Prime Video.
After The Flood, Season 1
BritBox has become my weekend companion for crime thrillers and medical dramas. One show that captured my attention is After the Flood, which explores intriguing small-town mysteries.
During a devastating flood, an unidentified man is discovered in an underground parking lot. When P.C. (Police Constable) Joanna Marshall, played by the talented Sophie Randle, investigates the man's death, she uncovers surprising twists along the way.
This six-episode series kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish! Randle shines as her character works to solve the case and proves to her colleagues and family that she's capable. She pushes boundaries, breaking protocol to identify the victim and contact a relative. It's a fantastic choice for an evening binge, featuring a solid cast and an ending that might leave some viewers with mixed feelings (but personally, I loved it and am hoping for more).
Overall, I give After The Flood an 8/10.
You can catch After The Flood on BritBox.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on these shows! Have you watched any of them? And what were some of your favorite binges this summer? Feel free to share in the comments below!
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