LOS ANGELES (AP) – With the Super Bowl just around the corner, many people are gearing up for the big game, but not everyone is a football fan. For those who are looking for alternatives to the Super Bowl, there are plenty of shows worth checking out. In a world where people are overwhelmed by the number of streaming services available, it can be difficult to decide what to watch.
If you’re not interested in spending your Sundays watching football, there are several recent series that are worth considering. These shows offer great viewing options for those who are not planning to tune in to watch the Super Bowl. Additionally, there are a variety of other shows available on different streaming platforms that can serve as alternatives to the big game.
One of the highly recommended series is the fourth season of HBO’s True Detective anthology, titled True Detective: Night Country. Set in the icy tundra of northern Alaska, the show shifts its focus to two female police officers working together to solve the disappearance of a group of scientists at a remote base. The lead role is played by Jodie Foster, who delivers an outstanding performance supported by relative newcomer Kali Reis. The series is slightly more supernatural than previous installments, making the most of its atmospheric setting in each episode.
Another series to consider is Slow Horses on Apple TV+. Adapted from a series of novels, the show follows MI-5 agents who have been relegated to minor league spycraft. Despite their reputation for being bad at their jobs, these agents often find themselves doing real spy work, guided more by their own sense of morality than by the higher callings of MI-5. Slow Horses provides a grounded understanding of spies and adds a comedic twist to the world of secret agents.
For those interested in a lighter show, Mr. and Mrs. Smith on Amazon Prime Video offers a fresh take on a familiar title. Starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine, the series follows two agents assigned to carry out missions while pretending to be a married couple. The show’s charisma and chemistry, combined with compelling case-of-the-week stories, make it an engaging watch.
With a variety of engaging series available across multiple streaming platforms, there are plenty of options for viewers who want to explore alternatives to traditional Super Bowl programming. Whether it’s a captivating crime drama or a comedic take on espionage, there’s something for everyone to enjoy outside of the world of football. So, if you’re not into the Super Bowl this year, consider diving into these captivating shows instead.