Autumn is my favourite time of year for TV. The nights draw in, it’s suddenly acceptable to put the heating on and staying home feels less like being boring and more like a lifestyle choice. There’s nothing better than grabbing a blanket, making a hot drink and losing yourself in a good binge. If you’re anything like me sometimes you waste half the night scrolling through Netflix, Prime, Disney+ trying to pick something, then before you know it, you’ve watched nothing except trailers and spent 40 minutes saying I'm not in the mood for that. So I thought I’d share my go to list of shows that feel perfect for autumn. Cosy, spooky, funny there’s a bit of everything here.
Gilmore Girls!
I couldn’t not start with Gilmore Girls. It’s the autumn show. The coffee, the jumpers, the leaves on the ground in Stars Hollow it just feels right for this time of year. It’s comfort TV at its finest with quirky characters, small town charm and witty banter. Even if you’ve already seen it, it’s the kind of show you can rewatch and still love. I don’t think autumn officially starts until I’ve watched at least one Gilmore Girls episode. At the moment I am on Season 4 and will watch the rest of it before Christmas.
Bridgerton!
Another good one for autumn nights. Romance, drama and more scandal than you can keep up with. Plus the costumes are amazing. It's very easy to get hooked and great to watch now before the new episodes in January!
Stranger Things!
If you’re in the mood for something with a bit of a spooky edge, Stranger Things is a winner. It’s got that proper Halloween feel with kids on bikes, eerie music, weird stuff happening in small towns. It’s creepy but also funny and full of heart. There's the nostalgia, the jump scares and enough suspense to keep you on edge of your seat. Perfect for October nights when you want something thrilling but not so terrifying you won’t sleep. I read last week that if you start watching from the first episode around now and watch one episode a day you will be ready for the new episodes on the 26th of November!
The Great British Bake Off!
Bake Off is autumn comfort TV at its best. There’s something magical about watching people stress over pastry while you’re sat on the sofa with a cup of tea and a packet of biscuits. It’s light, it’s funny and it makes you feel warm and cosy inside. You might even get the urge to bake afterwards.
Downton Abbey!
Autumn evenings were made for period dramas! When the nights are long and you just want to escape into another world, Downton is perfect. It’s all about the drama, the posh accents and those big country houses. Plus it’s one of those shows that pulls you in before you know it, suddenly it’s midnight and you’re fully invested in whether someone downstairs has messed up the silver polishing.
Call the Midwife!
Wholesome, emotional and just the right amount of drama. One minute you’re crying and the next you’re smiling. It’s perfect for those evenings when you want something heartfelt but not too heavy. Plus it’s got that cosy, nostalgic feel that just works in autumn.
Wednesday!
If you like your autumn TV with a darker twist Wednesday is a brilliant choice. It’s gothic, funny and has just the right amount of spookiness for this time of year. Perfect to watch in October but honestly it works all season long.
The Crown
If you fancy something a bit more serious, The Crown is worth a binge. It’s dramatic, beautifully filmed and has that just one more episode pull. You don’t have to be a massive royal fan to enjoy it either, the acting is so good it just draws you in. Definitely one for those longer autumn evenings when you want something to get stuck into.
Doctor Who!
Autumn always feels like the perfect time for Doctor Who. The mix of time travel, aliens and heart warming stories means it’s a show you can dip in and out of or fully binge. And because there are so many episodes, you’ll never run out.
What do you like watching on TV at this time of year?
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