The best shows you can’t watch on TV
Gone are the days where you had to shell out hundreds of dollars for pay TV. Thanks to video-on-demand services like Netflix and Stan, we have access to some of the best series on offer around the world for less than $10 a month. Here are six of the best shows you can’t watch on the telly.
Mozart in the Jungle, available on Stan
This quirky comedy-drama based on the memoir of the same name by New York Philharmonic oboist Blair Tindall has already received two Golden Globes, and it’s not hard to see why. Boasting a cast including Malcolm McDowell and Jason Schwartzman and developed by Roman Coppola, Mozart in the Jungle follows young oboist Hailey as she tries to make it big in New York City under the bold new maestro Rodrigo.
Transparent, available on Stan
Starring Jeffrey Tambor, the Golden Globe- and Emmy Award-winning Transparent has won critical acclaim for its honest and comedic portrayal of transgender issues. The series follows Mort (played by Tambor) who finally comes to terms with his true gender identity and begins to undergo the transition process to become Maura.
Marco Polo, available on Netflix
Featuring an international cast, the epic Marco Polo follows the early years of the famed Venetian travelling merchant, particularly his time in the court of Kublai Khan. The second season was released at the start of this month and is looks to be even more action-packed than the first.
House of Cards, available on Netflix
Foxtel subscribers may have caught the first two seasons of this hit political drama starring Kevin Spacey, but now that Netflix has come to Australia, it has reclaimed the rights to the show. Based on the UK miniseries of the same name, House of Cards has become a worldwide phenomenon for its depiction of corruption and scandal in the White House.
Grace and Frankie, available on Netflix
In this hit Emmy-nominated comedy, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda star as two women (Grace and Frankie) brought together after their husbands reveal they are in a homosexual relationship with one another. Together they navigate the challenges of love, friendship and ageing, all while grappling with their unexpected situation.
Chef’s Table, available on Netflix
This Netflix-exclusive documentary series offers an unprecedented look into the culinary world and those who dominate it. Each episode profiles a chef from each of the best restaurants around the world, including Australia’s very own Attica in Melbourne (run by New Zealand chef Ben Shewry). There are currently two seasons available, with a special French season set to be released this year.
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