Thursday Movie Picks - TV Edition: Freshman Series

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The first TV edition from Wandering Through the Shelves is putting a spotlight on those series that got their start last year. I had to save another freshman show I really love for a later pick, but here are three shows I started watching in 2019.

 1) The Mandalorian

 This show was so great, but so short. Obviously you know of the cultural impact of Baby Yoda, the one thing in this world that must be protected at all cost, but beyond him the show is really excellent and I can't wait for season two later this year.

 2) His Dark Materials

 I liked, but didn't love this. I feel like I would enjoy it more had I read the novels but it's still a solid watch and I'll be here for season two.

 3) Watchmen

 Watchmen isn't coming back for a second season but the first series ended on a wonderful note that wrapped it up well. I'm sad we won't see them back, because they could've expanded, but at least they had a wonderful season. Give Regina King all the Emmys for this.

Comments

  1. BJanuary 30, 2020 at 7:31 AM

    I kinda like that The Mandalorian was a shorter season. I think it leads to better episodes and less "filler." Can't wait for Season 2!

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    1. Brittani BurnhamJanuary 30, 2020 at 10:21 PM

      That's true, but it caught me off guard as I was expecting hour long episodes.

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  2. joel65913January 30, 2020 at 7:46 AM

    I haven't seen any of these, though I'd heard of the second two, but then I didn't start any new shows last year so I'm sitting this week out.

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    1. Brittani BurnhamJanuary 30, 2020 at 10:21 PM

      That's too bad. I think Watchman is a great one to start with since it's only the one season. Even if you don't care for comic book adaptations.

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  3. Often Off TopicJanuary 30, 2020 at 8:41 AM

    I keep hearing wildly different opinions on His Dark Materials! The Baby Yoda show is going to be very popular today <3

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    1. Brittani BurnhamJanuary 30, 2020 at 10:20 PM

      I think His Dark Materials is fine. Not bad by any means, but not as exciting as other things I've watched this year.

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  4. Big Screen Small WordsJanuary 30, 2020 at 9:23 AM

    All three shows are on my to watch list. Sometimes I wish I have more time to catch up on stuff.

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  5. Sonia CercaJanuary 30, 2020 at 9:43 AM

    I really need to watch The Mandalorian and Watchmen.

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  6. s.January 30, 2020 at 1:07 PM

    Yay for pop culture icons Baby Yoda and his hot daddy!

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  7. thevoid99January 30, 2020 at 2:09 PM

    They canceled Watchmen? What the fuck?

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    1. Brittani BurnhamJanuary 30, 2020 at 10:20 PM

      They didn't technically "cancel" it, apparently it was just a limited series and the showrunner never confirmed wanting a second season.

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  8. Ronyell (a.k.a. Rabbitearsblog)January 30, 2020 at 5:04 PM

    All of these sound like interesting shows! I really want to watch Watchmen!

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  9. SeanJanuary 31, 2020 at 7:47 PM

    I loved the Mandalorian and Watchmen is on my list for sure. And now I'll add the other to my list as well!

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  10. BirgitFebruary 1, 2020 at 10:50 AM

    I haven’t seen any of these but I know Baby Yoda who is a real cutie. He should make a guest appearance on the show I love called The Zoo.

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  11. GetterFebruary 5, 2020 at 9:17 AM

    I haven't finished the first two, I'll finish just the first I think and I need to watch Watchmen soon.

    and agreed, Baby Yoda is life.

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  12. WandererFebruary 6, 2020 at 3:22 PM

    I haven't seen any of these.

    Disney + has not gone global yet...can you believe it.

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    1. Brittani BurnhamFebruary 7, 2020 at 7:57 AM

      I know, that's so ridiculous. We should've all gotten it at the same time.

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