Outer Banks (available on Netflix)
This teen mystery can be corny at times but has a good storyline with suspenseful moments. It will totally satisfy your hunger for drama if that's what you're craving!
The Fosters (available on Netflix or for purchase on Youtube, Google Play, or Amazon)
The Fosters is a nice blend of feel-good vibes and a twist of family drama. With LGBTQ+ representation and a diverse cast, adoptees, foster kids, and people of color alike will find a character to relate to.
The Great British Baking Show (available on Netflix or for purchase on Youtube or Google Play)
This 10-season, family-friendly show will be sure to keep everybody occupied during quarantine. Over the course of each themed week, 12 contestants compete for the position of "star baker," crafting baked goods that align with that week's theme. The fun suspense of finishing on time will keep you on the edge of your seats!
Movies:
Lady Bird (available for purchase on Amazon or Youtube)
The film follows Christine, or "Lady Bird," in her daily life as she attends her strict Catholic high school. Lady Bird experiences the typical adolescent dilemmas: fighting with her stubborn mother and wanting to escape the bores of Sacramento and be independent at school in New York. You will connect with the lovable Lady Bird as she navigates the ups-and-downs of teenage life.
Casablanca (available for purchase on Amazon or Youtube)
Casablanca, a 1942 classic, flashes back to World War II and tells the tale of two ex-lovers, Rick and Ilsa, who reunite in North Africa. They remember their past life together in Paris as, in the present time, Ilsa and her new husband Victor have to figure out how to leave the country. In order to escape Nazi control, Ilsa and Victor recruit Rick to help them obtain their exit visas. Enjoy the emotion and tragedy portrayed by the characters' roots as they explore their pasts and move towards the future.
Fantastic Mr. Fox (available for purchase on Amazon or Youtube)
This light, entertaining comedy follows a family of foxes hilariously living like humans. The animals constantly live in fear of their scary, animal-trapping human neighbors. Eventually, the animals must put their differences aside to learn how to rebel against their common enemy. The film explores the relationship between predator and prey and will fulfill your love for family movies with a happy ending.