Grab the popcorn, and let's talk about what shows you should be streaming!
Let's talk about the top 24 shows to stream in 2024. Here are my top 24. What are yours? First, let's start by making some popcorn.
We are big-time movie/TV nerds in our house, and popcorn is always a must. I got my popcorn popper right here at Dwell. It's a W&P Popcorn Popper and comes in individual or family sizes. I like individual portions, so I can play with flavors without complaints.
Last night, we finished watching Fool Me Once, which is on my list of top 24 shows. For my popcorn, I wanted to make it a little spicy. I used olive oil and Jacobsen Habanero sea salt, which are also available at dwell.
Now for my top 24 shows to stream and where to find them.
1) Vera- available on Britbox. Vera is a detective/crime drama with 13 seasons available. It is a fantastic show recommended by a beautiful couple from northeast England who came into the shop. That is where it is filmed, and the scenery is lovely.
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2) Beyond Paradise- available on Britbox. Beyond Paradise is a new crime/detective drama with one season available. Beyond Paradise is a spin-off from Death in Paradise that follows DI Humphrey back to the UK after he left the Caribbean. I am also a huge fan of Death in Paradise. The show can be funny but also very emotional. I have found myself very invested in the characters and their stories. Filmed in Cornwall, the backdrop to an incredible show is as pretty as a picture.
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3) Payback- available on Britbox. Payback is a thrilling new drama set in Edinburgh. There is one season available. I found this series extremely exciting. It is one of those shows where, at bedtime, you need to watch just one more episode to know what happens next.
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4) Marianne- available on Netflix. Marianne is a series for those of you who like to be scared! This one had me turning on the lights if I had to get up at night because I was SO scared. The show is in French, but English subtitles are available. It's an excellent choice for horror fans!
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5) La Pitchoune: Cooking in France- available on Discovery Plus. I have watched Cooking in France several times, and I'm sure I will watch it many more times. The show is a mix between cooking, travel, and lifestyle. It was filmed in Julia Child's old home and around the south of France. Makenna and Kendall teach a recipe-free cooking school in Julia Child's former home. It's inspiring, fun, and a relaxing watch. It's inspired me to be more creative in my kitchen. If you haven't already, try the simple French omelet they teach you to make.
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6) Father Brown- available on Netflix. Father Brown is a crime drama. There are 11 seasons available. There are great characters, lots of laughs, and rousing mysteries.
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7) The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals- available on Netflix. Two seasons are available. If you love to travel or dream of traveling, this show is for you. I know I've added several of the properties visited to my travel bucket list. The hosts are fun and energetic. There are good vibes and unique travel destinations that you can rent.
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8) Fool Me Once- available on Netflix. This new thriller is riveting! Abfab fans like me will love seeing Judith Burkett on the screen. A new surprise in every episode makes this a bingeworthy series.
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9) Dix Pour Cent- Call My Agent - available on Netflix. This is a French drama with English subtitles available. There are four seasons. It is an emotional yet witty series.
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10) The Lost Kitchen- available on Discovery Plus. There are three seasons available. Erin French runs a women-owned and women-run business. Much like our owner of Dwell, Kimberly. This show inspires and unlocks your creativity in business and the kitchen. Make sure to come into dwell to buy a postcard to send to The Lost Kitchen to try to get a reservation when the lottery opens this Spring!
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11) Saving the Manor- available on Discovery Plus. One season. This is an excellent series for those who like home improvement shows. Filmed in the UK, this follows an adorable couple fixing up a dilapidated manor impeccably! I wish they could decorate my house.
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12) Murder In- available on MHz Choice. This is a French detective series with English subtitles available. There are 11 seasons. By far, it is one of my favorite detective/ mystery series. Filmed throughout France, the backgrounds are gorgeous. The title of the show "Murder in..." changes depending on where that episode's murder takes place.
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13) After Life- available on Netflix. This series is for those who have a dark sense of humor. While I love this show, I can see why it wouldn't be everyone's cup of tea. There are three seasons.
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14) Midsomer Murders- available on AcornTV. With 24 seasons, this classic is one of my go-to shows. Based in the UK, this fictional county of Midsomer is teeming with murders. It's not surprising this show has such a large following. It doesn't take itself too seriously while keeping you engrossed in the mystery.
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15) L'AGENCE (The Parisian Agency: Exclusive Properties)- available on Netflix. If you are a fan of luxury real estate and beautiful destinations, you will love this show! This series is in French but has English subtitles available. There are three seasons available.
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16) Wisting- available on AcornTV. Three seasons are available. This Norweigan detective/crime show is a real thriller. With a captivating storyline, this show can be a real nail-biter.
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17) Agatha Raisin- available on AcornTV. Four seasons available. This laugh-out-loud detective series is great fun! Set in the beautiful Cotswolds, it will make you want to move to a quaint English village.
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18) Happy Valley- available on AcornTV. Three Seasons available. This fervent crime/detective drama had me on the edge of my seat more than once.
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19) The Cleaner- available on BritBox. Two seasons are available. This is another series for people who like dark humor! This show will have you in stitches if dark humor is your thing.
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20) The Brokenwoods Mysteries- available on AcornTV. Nine seasons are available. It is a quirky detective series set in New Zealand. Entertaining mysteries and great characters.
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21) The Outlaws- available on Amazon Prime. Two seasons are available. This Quirky drama is fun to watch!
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22) Unforgotten - available on PBS Masterpiece. 5 seasons available. This exceptional British detective series is all about solving cold cases. This is a dark and gripping series.
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23) Shetland - available on BritBox. Eight seasons are available. This intense and dark detective/crime series takes place on the Scottish island of Shetland.
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24) Shakespeare & Hathaway - available on BritBox. Four seasons are available. It is a fantastic detective comedy set in the UK. There are Fun-loving characters and great storylines.
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Let's grab some popcorn before our Honorable mentions. I'm using Pinot Noir salt from the Jacobsen Salt gift set from dwell this time. These didn't make the list above. However, these shows are just as good as the above shows. I just ran out of room.
*Endeavor - PBS Masterpiece. Nine seasons are available.
*The Café - Britbox. One season.
*Why Women Kill - Paramount Plus. Two seasons.
*Redemption - BritBox. One season.
*Hope street - BritBox. Three seasons.
*Vacation House Rules - Discovery Plus. Four seasons.
*Lewis - Amazon Prime. Nine Seasons.
*From the Sorce - Discovery Plus. Three seasons.
*José Andrés & Family in Spain - Discovery Plus. One season.
*Growing Floret- Discovery Plus. Two seasons.
*Ranch to Table - Discovery Plus. Four seasons.
*Olive Kitteridge - Max. One season.
*The Durrells in Corfu - Amazon Prime. Four Seasons.
*Hotel Portofino - PBS Masterpiece. Two seasons.
*Chernobyl - Max. Miniseries.
*Derry Girls - available on Netflix. There are three seasons available.
