chowie Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 Had these services for years but never really watched much on them apart from the obvious like Breaking Bad and Narcos. Recently watched and enjoyed Stranger Things (did not think it was my kind of thing) and now in the middle of Making a Murderer and liking that. There are probably some gems that we / some of us do not get to hear about, so what's your recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency ; was fun, it's a little strange the first 2-3 episodes but becomes (and ends) a fun watch. Black mirror ; If you like to have the experience of watching things that make you feel uncomfortable and challenge some of your perceptions on things is good watch. The Expanse ; A future set in space where personal stories, politics and war combine to make a really entertaining show. The OA ; only just watched the first couple, looks promising A Series of unfortunate events ; it took a risk and is true to the books, meaning it's something visually you will love or hate - but is fun / depressing / sad (the title does warn you) - really enjoyed this as it's different Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team In Keynsham Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 May be a handy link for you.http://wgntv.com/2016/01/12/these-secret-netflix-codes-will-unlock-hidden-categories/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gasbuster Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 The Man in the High Castle, on Amazon. Superb ! The U.S. & Britain were defeated by Germany & Japan in the late 1940's. The Germans nuked Washington D.C. to force the surrender. The Germans occupied the East coast, and around 3/4 of the U.S. It was agreed that Japan would take the west coast, Hawaii & Alaska. The plot centres around the resistance to both regimes, as they go about conquering the world and enslaving all peoples. Germany & Japan begin to argue, the Germans have the A bomb, of course, the Japanese don't . Looking forward to series 3 later this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmabbuttshair Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 Black Sails, is a good laugh. Bosh on amazon is excellent as is preacher. Into to the badlands is also good. Mr robot, klondike, Sneaky pete, goliath, hap and leonard, hand of God, casual. All are on amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KURTZ Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 Vikings - Amazon Sneaky Pete - Amazon Daredevil - Netflix Jessica Jones - Netflix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 2 hours ago, KURTZ said: Vikings - Amazon Sneaky Pete - Amazon Daredevil - Netflix Jessica Jones - Netflix Loved how they introduced the villain (D.Tennant) at first his powers were kind of like... meh, then you get to see the full extent of what you can do with it and it's really terrifying. Luke Cage very similar to J.Jones (and oviosuly crossovers) and Iron Fist (starts March) are also hitting Netflix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetjef Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 If anyone likes rap / hip hop there is a cool 3/4 part 'history of' documentary on Netflix that I really enjoyed. I think they put it on to go with the fictional show 'the get down' which is Baz Lurhman Netflix original show. The storyline of that can be a bit corny, but it's a enjoyable watch just for all the money they have chucked into recreating late 70s bronx clothing and sets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globe Trotter Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 Gomorrah on Amazon is great - mafia drama series based in Naples...subtitled. Only season 1 on Amazon at the moment I believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team In Keynsham Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 20 hours ago, internetjef said: If anyone likes rap / hip hop there is a cool 3/4 part 'history of' documentary on Netflix that I really enjoyed. I think they put it on to go with the fictional show 'the get down' which is Baz Lurhman Netflix original show. The storyline of that can be a bit corny, but it's a enjoyable watch just for all the money they have chucked into recreating late 70s bronx clothing and sets Is Hip Hop Evolution the one you are thinking of? Must watch that, cheers for the heads up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SARJ Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 Going slightly off topic, and not personally attacking anyone, but I genuinely can't believe the amount of people that legitimately pay for stuff like Netflix & Amazon Prime when you have so many ways of streaming in HD/1080p for free these days. Kodi is the best. Has all the series weeks before any provider. As for recommendations, thoroughly suggest you watch the BBC historical drama The Last Kingdom. All about the English Saxons and Danes going at it for control of Britain. The final battle scene was superb and there's a new season planned for launch on BBC 2 in Spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmabbuttshair Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 I got amazon prime just for the delivery service, TV was an aside. Course the other side is if people didn't pay then you probably wouldn't all this great stuff to watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetjef Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 5 hours ago, One Team In Keynsham said: Is Hip Hop Evolution the one you are thinking of? Must watch that, cheers for the heads up. Yep that's the one. I found it really interesting. Worth a watch just to see some 80 year old rappers still rocking the same clothes as back in the day ha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nibor Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 Netflix - House of Cards is great. I like all the superhero stuff - Daredevil, Luke Cage, Gotham. The missus loved Suits. Peaky Blinders is one we both like. The Expanse if you like SciFi, and Black Mirror is interesting. Amazon - Black Sails, Mr Robot. The Man in the High Castle is supposed to be good but not watched that myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nibor Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 4 hours ago, SARJ said: Going slightly off topic, and not personally attacking anyone, but I genuinely can't believe the amount of people that legitimately pay for stuff like Netflix & Amazon Prime when you have so many ways of streaming in HD/1080p for free these days. Kodi is the best. Has all the series weeks before any provider. As for recommendations, thoroughly suggest you watch the BBC historical drama The Last Kingdom. All about the English Saxons and Danes going at it for control of Britain. The final battle scene was superb and there's a new season planned for launch on BBC 2 in Spring. When I last had a look I could find no decent 1080p streams on Kodi, everything seemed to buffer to low quality and pixellate and go up and down and so on. Netflix costs peanuts (and comes in UHD now) and it doesn't involve you having to download and run arbitrary plugins on your device. Amazon prime is worth it just for the free delivery, so it's not like they cost much. It's people paying for SkyTV and line rental for phones I can't understand! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team In Keynsham Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 On 09/02/2017 at 12:24, internetjef said: Yep that's the one. I found it really interesting. Worth a watch just to see some 80 year old rappers still rocking the same clothes as back in the day ha Watched all 4 episodes yesterday. Throughly enjoyed it. Thanks again for the recommendation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Netflix: You Me Her really enjoying this, couples, friends and their relationships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCulturalBomb Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 Netlix: Fringe, Breaking Bad, Fargo, Arrested Development, It's Always Sunny in Philidelphia, Amazon: Man in the High Castle my highlights of using these services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetjef Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 7 hours ago, TheCulturalBomb said: Netlix: Fringe, Breaking Bad, Fargo, Arrested Development, It's Always Sunny in Philidelphia, Amazon: Man in the High Castle my highlights of using these services. Love arrested development!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 11 minutes ago, internetjef said: Love arrested development!! I was really looking forward to the new series they did, but man did it suck - but the original was funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetjef Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 Yeah new stuff didn't work well. Apparently part of the reason they shot it as character led episodes is because they can't get all the cast available at the same time any more due to their inidvidual success. Original 3 seasons are essential viewing though, they get better and better on rewatching also. By season 3 with all the 'in jokes' the gag rate must be about 1 joke every 10 seconds :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted February 15, 2017 Report Share Posted February 15, 2017 On 09/02/2017 at 17:49, Nibor said: When I last had a look I could find no decent 1080p streams on Kodi, everything seemed to buffer to low quality and pixellate and go up and down and so on. Netflix costs peanuts (and comes in UHD now) and it doesn't involve you having to download and run arbitrary plugins on your device. Amazon prime is worth it just for the free delivery, so it's not like they cost much. It's people paying for SkyTV and line rental for phones I can't understand! Try zen,or salts on kodi mate,crystal clear for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 If you liked stranger things then you should definitely watch The OA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 2 hours ago, BRISTOL86 said: If you liked stranger things then you should definitely watch The OA. Solving the worlds problems through interpretive dance I enjoyed the series, but some of it is really strange. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 11 minutes ago, Fiale said: Solving the worlds problems through interpretive dance I enjoyed the series, but some of it is really strange. Yeah it was bizarre but oddly compelling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandro Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 Lots of great recommendations above. The one thing I recommend everyone watches is Westworld. Stunning series. It's by HBO, I watched it in the States, but I think you can get it from Amazon or itunes and is well worth buying. https://hbo.co.uk/westworld Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 2 minutes ago, Alessandro said: Lots of great recommendations above. The one thing I recommend everyone watches is Westworld. Stunning series. It's by HBO, I watched it in the States, but I think you can get it from Amazon or itunes and is well worth buying. https://hbo.co.uk/westworld Was a good series, though felt the first 2-3 episodes were unduly slow. Can't wait for the next series, wonder where it will be set. HBO produce some great stuff, though Game of Thrones is still my favourite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandro Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 24 minutes ago, Fiale said: Was a good series, though felt the first 2-3 episodes were unduly slow. Can't wait for the next series, wonder where it will be set. HBO produce some great stuff, though Game of Thrones is still my favourite. The way it ended, well it could go anywhere! I think a main part of the enjoyment was about it was watching week by week and reading the discussions and predictions of how it will unfold in the gaps between shows each week and then being surprised and excited as it did unfold. It's probably not so good binge viewed unless you know a bit about the structure from the start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyInWeston Posted March 9, 2017 Report Share Posted March 9, 2017 Cancel both and get Kodi with exodus. Most stuff is in in either 1080/720p - If not, dont complain cos it was free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up The City! Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 On 09/03/2017 at 23:56, CrazyInWeston said: Cancel both and get Kodi with exodus. Most stuff is in in either 1080/720p - If not, dont complain cos it was free. I still use torrents. Top quality, couple of mins to download, no buffering and ive always got it if I want to watch again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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