The 10 Best Shows To Watch if You Like The Good Place, Ranked
Here are shows that'll make you laugh, think, and maybe even believe in the improbable for a hot second.
10. "Man Seeking Woman"
He's Josh. He's single. He's unlucky in love. That's the gist of this absurd comedy. A show that takes everyday dating struggles and turns them into surreal, bizarre sketches. Josh's ex dating Hitler? Check. Going on a date with a literal troll? Yep. An actual Japanese penis monster? You bet.
This show doesn't just push boundaries; it obliterates them. If you're looking for a hilarious, weird, and occasionally sweet exploration of love, this is your jam.
9. "People of Earth"
When journalist Ozzie Graham investigates a support group for alien abductees, he gets more than he bargained for. The group members are quirky, eccentric, and utterly convinced that they've been abducted by extraterrestrials. As Ozzie digs deeper, he realizes that their stories might be true.
The show is a delightful blend of sci-fi, comedy, and character-driven drama. You'll laugh, you'll empathize, and you might even start to believe in aliens.
8. "The Midnight Gospel"
Hold onto your horses! What do you get when you mix a podcast with psychedelic animation? "The Midnight Gospel", that's what! Clancy owns a simulator, not just any simulator, one that whisks him off to far-out worlds on the brink of apocalypse.
On these dying worlds, Clancy interviews unique inhabitants about philosophical and existential questions. A zombie apocalypse while discussing drug use? Check. A prison planet while talking about forgiveness? You got it. It's a wild, colorful ride. Not for everyone, but hey, if you're into out-there stuff, why not?
7. "The Detectorists"
You ever gone on a treasure hunt? No? Well, here's your chance. Meet Andy and Lance, two metal-detecting enthusiasts in a small English village. As they hunt for ancient Saxon gold, their lives unfold.
This isn't just about finding treasure; it's about finding purpose. The show's mood is gentle, and the humor is subtle, like a cool breeze on a hot day. The plot meanders, taking its sweet time, like a lazy river. It might not be action-packed, but it's a delightful, slow-paced show.
6. "Russian Doll"
Ever feel stuck in a loop? Not Groundhog Day but close. Enter Nadia, a tough New Yorker who keeps dying and reliving her 36th birthday party. Why? Who knows?
Darkly funny and sometimes just plain dark, "Russian Doll" explores themes of mortality, trauma, and human connection. It's like peeling an onion; each loop reveals a layer, a clue. The dialogue? Snappy. The character development? Stellar. The concept? Intriguing. Worth a watch? You bet your last kidney it is!
5. "The Last Man on Earth"
What if you were the last person on Earth? Sounds like a dream, right? Well, not for Phil Miller. Phil thinks he's the last man alive after a deadly virus wipes out humanity. But, plot twist! He's not alone. He finds other survivors, and, let's just say, they're an eclectic bunch.
This dark comedy blends absurd humor, post-apocalyptic vibes, and heartwarming moments. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll ask yourself, "What would I do?"
4. "Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency"
Meet Dirk Gently, a detective who doesn't rely on clues or logic. Instead, he follows the "interconnectedness of all things." Say what? Yep. He believes that everything is connected.
So, how does he solve crimes? By stumbling into them, of course. His clients? They find him. His cases? Unbelievably absurd. His solutions? Even more so. It's a quirky, weird, and wonderfully chaotic ride, just like life itself.
3. "Galavant"
Ah, a classic medieval adventure! Hold on, scratch that. It's a musical comedy set in the Middle Ages. That's right, a musical. Heroic knight, check. Dashing princess, check. Evil king, check. Singing, dancing, and slapstick comedy, check, check, and check.
It's a spoof of the classic fantasy genre and boy, is it fun. The songs are catchy, the humor is spot-on, and the characters are delightfully ridiculous. If you're in the mood for a light-hearted, musical romp, look no further.
2. "Wonderfalls"
Jay, a sardonic twenty-something, works at a Niagara Falls gift shop. One day, souvenirs start talking to her. No, she's not going crazy. They give her cryptic messages, urging her to help people. She's reluctant, but as she follows their advice, her life changes in unexpected ways. It's quirky, whimsical, and, dare I say, magical?
1. "The Tick"
What happens when an accountant with zero superhero skills teams up with a big blue superhero with questionable intelligence? You get "The Tick," a parody of superhero shows.
The humor is deadpan, the action is over-the-top, and the characters are hilarious. From battling villains with ridiculous names to trying to figure out their own origin stories, the duo stumbles through one hilarious misadventure after another.