General Goodness

Hulu is really becoming a must, and the NYT has put together this tasty little list that helps show why. Definitely worth a quick read to whet your appetite at the start of the week:)

The Best Movies and Shows on Hulu Right Now

We’ve hand-picked the finest movies and television shows currently streaming on Hulu in the United States. Take a look.

Earlier had the Audience Choice for the best 100 movies on Netflix and now we’re back with the the 100 best chosen by the critics. It’s another great run-down put together by Stacker, and handy to come back to any time you need to jumpstart your movie watching engine. From 100 to 1… dig on in!

Best movies to stream on Netflix, according to critics

Stacker compiled Metacritic data on all films streaming on Netflix as of April 28, 2020, and ranked them according to their Metascores, with initial ties broken by IMDb user scores. Starting at #100, here are the best movies to watch right now on Netflix, according to critics.

Good ol’ BGR has been on the hunt, and they may have some surprises for you with this little rundown of some hidden May gems on Netflix. Take a look and see what you may have missed… before you miss them!

What to watch on Netflix: 10 surprisingly good movies and shows you might’ve missed in May

Each month, we dig through Netflix’s ever-expanding catalog of content to come up with 10 movies and TV series that you might have missed. For May, we’ve got some terrific recommendations that include movies, entertaining shows you may have missed, and a limited series that has been getting rave rev…

We are def in a golden age of TV where the turn-ons never end. This great little post by the Gothamist has a couple of good ones, with Party Down being the one I’m putting in the queue first. Have a great weekend, everyone!

What To Bingewatch While Social Distancing: Week 9

This week, we recommend one of the best comedies of the last decade, an ideal bingewatch, a classic series of the ’90s, and a gorgeous drama.

The crisis has been hard for all school kids, but it’s been especially tough for graduating seniors who have missed out on so many traditions. But there is some virtual pomp and circumstance to be had, so don’t let them miss their moment. Even if this hasn’t been in your plans, try not to miss it. It should be something to remember!

Here’s how to watch the virtual graduation ceremony ‘Graduate Together’

Graduating high school seniors may not have the traditional pomp and circumstance this year as they prepare to head off to college.

Let the weekend begin! Amazon Prime has been heating it up lately, and these picks (per SF Gate) offer some really great choices. Drag out your Whirley Pop, fire up the corn and treat yourself to a night or three at Cinema Sofa! (And if you don’t have Prime yet, get a free trial here.)

8 great movies to watch this weekend with your Prime membership

Are you tired of endlessly scrolling through Netflix, trying to decide which movie to watch? Now that everybody’s finished “Tiger King,” we’re all looking for something new. If you’re on the hunt, it’s worth checking out Amazon Prime Video.

Best movies to stream on Netflix, according to audiences

Stacker compiled Letterboxd and IMDb data on all films streaming on Netflix and ranked them according to their Letterboxd user scores to find out the best movies to stream on Netflix. In the event of a stalemate, ties were broken by IMDb user scores.

Ah, a slideshow that’s a binge of its own. This one from Stacker is deep, complete and interesting. Keep paper and pencil at hand as you go through this one, and you can set yourself up for weeks and weeks. See you in June!

When I started going through this list, I was surprised how many of these shows were still new to me. Way to put me in my place, Buzzfeed! Check your Binge IQ against these 27 shows on your way to your next new find.

27 Of The Most Slept-On Shows You Can Stream On Netflix Right Now.

Need something new to watch? See how many you know.

This is a fun one. A good read, sprinkled with a few links. So if you like your binge with a side of thoughtful commentary, dig right in. Makes me realize… I’ve got to finally get my Brooklyn Nine-Nine on….

Is Your Office Closed? Compensate With a Workplace Comedy

A writer asks the minds behind “Veep,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and other office comedies to join her in pondering what makes the genre so great — and so vital during a pandemic.

While nobody’s gathering around the ol’ water cooler these days, it is always nice to know what other folks are watching. So, without further adieu, here is HuffPo’s nice little list of the 10 most popular shows on Netflix – with trailers! Drumroll, maestro….

The 10 Most Popular Shows On Netflix Right Now

“Dead to Me” has taken over Netflix.

We all have to keep our moms safe! So check out this tip from SF Gate. They recommend 15 movies to Zoom with your mom, and also link to the Netflix Party extension for Chrome browsers. Yes, it might take a little work on your end, but ain’t Mom worth it? Of course, she is!

Pro Mother’s Day tip: Watch a movie together over Zoom. Here’s 15 recommendations.

This year, Mother’s Day is different. For most people, sharing a late brunch with Mom…

At Bingelandia, our whole notion is that binge-ing isn’t about finding what’s out there. It’s about matching what’s out there with your mood and your appetite – which may be one in the same. So we love the way the Watch from NYT suggests binges to fit your sched this weekend. Hey, why not bookmark both of us?!

How Much Watching Time Do You Have This Weekend?

Looking for something to watch? Our TV critic recommends a Mother’s Day-themed comedy special, a great Swedish period drama and more.