The sheer number of media outlets makes it difficult to keep track of the finest shows and movies available at any one time. This includes not just the more traditional broadcast and cable services, but also premium networks and a plethora of streaming possibilities.
New blockbusters and recent classics alike may be found in the ever-changing library of Hulu.
But, as is typical with such services, the algorithms are shady, the recommendations are frequently incomprehensible, and it’s difficult to understand what’s actually on offer. If you need assistance, we’re here to provide it.
Here are some binge-worthy shows you can watch now on Hulu.
1. The Good Doctor (2017)
Freddie Highmore’s acting has been hailed with overwhelming acclaim, although the show’s representation of autism and its occasionally over-the-top and gimmicky narratives have been criticized by some viewers. An autistic surgical resident named Dr. Shaun Murphy is the character he plays. Dr. Murphy’s extraordinary talents and powers are not without their own set of special difficulties, though. Shaun’s personal development as he works to escape his traumatic background is a major theme of the program, alongside the staff’s efforts to accommodate Shaun’s special skills.
2. Black-ish (2014)
The recent sitcom resurgence, of which ABC’s Black-ish is a part, seems to emphasize perspectives that are less common on television. The Johnsons are an American upper-middle-class family that is the focus of this particular sitcom. Dre and Rainbow are concerned that their children would experience a very different environment from their own as they grow up.
The show examines racial and identity politics in modern America with nuance and humor, highlighting both the absurd and the serious.
3. New Amsterdam (2018)
You’ll hear Dr. Max Goodwin, the fictional medical director of the New Amsterdam public hospital, ask patients and staff alike, “How can I help?” multiple times in each episode.
However, the outstanding cast and crazy but fascinating stories make this soap opera worth watching despite its predictability relative to other stereotyped medical dramas. The plot kicks off when Goodwin, convinced that his hidden diagnosis of cancer is a death sentence, decides to manage the facility the way it should be run, doing away with the bureaucracy and red tape that would prevent the institution from delivering adequate treatment to all of its patients. Authorities are wary of Goodwin’s “no rules” approach because of the hazards it entails, but they may secretly agree with his philanthropic goals. Through his employment at the hospital, Max becomes increasingly passionate about affecting change in various societal concerns as the series goes on.
4. The New York Times Presents (2020)
This podcast offshoot used to be called The Weekly, but it shifted to a monthly schedule and the format of a stand-alone investigative documentary episode during its second season.
Whether it’s New York City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tragic death of Breonna Taylor, the conservatorship of pop star Britney Spears, the controversy surrounding Britney’s halftime performance at Super Bowl XXXVIII, the emphasis on social media influence among Generation Z, or the execution of Nathaniel Woods, the series hits the mark. Once per month, after airing on FX, episodes are made available on Hulu.
5. Godfather of Harlem (2019)
In this Epix criminal thriller, Forest Whitaker portrays the real-life New York City mobster Bumpy Johnson of the 1960s brilliantly. The actual story of Johnson’s release from jail after a decade and his attempts to reclaim his neighborhood from the Italian mob is riveting and will have you on the edge of your seat. Godfather of Harlem has been praised for its sharp writing and Whitaker’s nuanced portrayal of Johnson as a drug kingpin and a man simply trying to get back to life outside of lockup. The film also touches on a variety of other topics, such as the Genovese crime family and Johnson’s alliance with Malcolm X.
6. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005)
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is to sitcoms what South Park is to late-night cartoons. Starring Rob McElhenney, Glenn Howerton, and Charlie Day (who also developed and writes the program), Dee and Frank are rounded out by Kaitlin Olson and Danny DeVito. As the cast members venture farther and further into the unexplored and irreverent comedy zone for which the program is known, the zany circumstances in which they find themselves frequently occur. The current season is the 15th for a program that has been renewed until season 18.
7. The Great (2020)
The satirical, genre-bending drama stars Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult as Catherine the Great goes from being an uninteresting outsider to becoming the Russian Empress. Chekhov would be so embarrassed by this frolic through 18th-century Russia that he would puke up his vodka at this spoof on history. The show is a fictionalization that capitalizes on the most stereotypical, stereotypically basic, and stereotyped traits of the historical figures it portrays. In Fanning’s portrayal, Catherine is deliciously impassioned and idealistic, with a hint of sadism toward her twisted, oafish husband, Peter III. If period comedy dramas are your thing, we suggest another period comedy-drama from Netflix, Bridgerton. Check out Lordping.co.uk to read more about Bridgerton and how this show can give us a lesson on love.
8. Home Economics (2024)
Think about it: there are three brothers and sisters, and the youngest, the rebellious slacker, turns out to be a billionaire while the two older, more conventionally successful ones struggle. This novel offers a novel look at the notion of social position and the difficulty it may cause within a single generation of a family. All the more intriguing is the fact that Home Economics is based on the life of co-creator Michael Colton. Home Economics is a show that everyone can enjoy, thanks to the well-known ensemble and the show’s skillful balancing of cheesy jokes, standard sitcom cliches, and touching moments. What’s more, it’s refreshing to see a brand-new comedy that isn’t a remake or reimagining of an older idea.
9. Abbott Elementary (2024)
Abbott Elementary, told in a mockumentary format, has won acclaim for its relatability and its honest look at the struggles of the public education system. A documentary team first follows a group of instructors as they chronicle their work in a school that has few resources. Quinta Brunson, the show’s creator, and actress plays the role of Janine, a second-grade teacher trying to find her way in the world despite the school’s tone-deaf principal, her coworkers, and her kids. Despite the difficulties they face daily, educators strive to give their students the finest education possible. This, however, is easier said than done. Anyone with children should watch it, but educators, in particular, will find themselves nodding in agreement throughout.