What did you watch on Netflix/Hulu/other streaming sites?

Hollylane · 09-08-2013, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Deirdre

I started watching Alphas and liked it, but just couldn't get hooked like I did with Fringe. I am terrible with cliff-hanging, which is probably because I'm anxious enough as it is, so I usually don't watch constant-cliffhanger shows. That said, almost every show is like that now, so...

As far as my Netflix watching:

Nothing. I think I've watched everything on Netflix. Twice. So I hope they update their catalog soon! If I keep seeing the same recommendations for things I have already watched, I am going to stab myself in the face with a fork.

And then do it again.

Yes, I agree about both the fork X2, and that Fringe is better. I toggle between both Netflix & Amazon, to lesson the desire for the fork.

You got me thinking about the cliffhanger trend. That is so true. Having come from a childhood of enjoying programs like (some of them re-runs) Little House on the Prairie,
Andy Griffith, Magnum PI, Simon & Simon, The Waltons etc, current American television shows tend to bring on a bit of stress.

*Small rant*

For me, that would be acceptable, if there was some guarantee of closure to a final season cliffhanger, when they cancel a series. I seriously feel that the FCC should make this a law. People invest time in 40 minute television series over several seasons, which for those who watch on cable, include 20 minutes of repetitive commercials (don't do the math of how much time you spend watching commercials while watching cable, because the fork desire will increase), and there should be some fucking consideration for their loyalty as viewers.

*End rant*

One of the big reasons I enjoy streaming so much, is that I can wait until there are several seasons of a show available, and I then I don't have to wait to find out what happens next (until I get to the end of the last available season).

Nic · 09-08-2013, 01:33 PM

We watched Marwencol last night. She'd seen it. I hadn't. I thought it was pretty damned interesting. Followed it up with Exit Through the Gift Shop. We both liked it but she more than I. I kept waiting for Banksy to appear and say "It's me!" LOL

Deirdre · 09-08-2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollylane

For me, that would be acceptable, if there was some guarantee of closure to a final season cliffhanger, when they cancel a series. I seriously feel that the FCC should make this a law. People invest time in 40 minute television series over several seasons, which for those who watch on cable, include 20 minutes of repetitive commercials (don't do the math of how much time you spend watching commercials while watching cable, because the fork desire will increase), and there should be some fucking consideration for their loyalty as viewers.

Yes. This.

Sweet Bliss · 09-14-2013, 07:12 AM

The Intouchables

French film (captions) True story.

Have watched Marwencol several times. Art saves lives.

Hollylane · 09-20-2013, 10:56 PM

American Horror Story...I'm on episode 3 and I'm still not convinced that I'll watch the 2 seasons available...I'll have to try a few more episodes out...

Parker · 09-20-2013, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollylane

American Horror Story...I'm on episode 3 and I'm still not convinced that I'll watch the 2 seasons available...I'll have to try a few more episodes out...

I am curious - where did you find season 2? I only see season 1 on Netflix, but maybe since they are stand alone seasons, they are listed separately?

PoeticSilence · 09-21-2013, 02:26 AM

Finished up some shows, Arrow, and Revolution on HULU.

Hollylane · 09-21-2013, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Parker

I am curious - where did you find season 2? I only see season 1 on Netflix, but maybe since they are stand alone seasons, they are listed separately?

I'm watching it on Amazon streaming.

Parker · 09-21-2013, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Hollylane

I'm watching it on Amazon streaming.

I was checking Amazon to see if you meant the free streaming and .... oh wait, I forgot I own season 2. lol, dork

I bought each episode as it aired last season because I only had basic cable.

Good thing Amazon keeps track of my purchases because apparently I cant even remember buying an entire season of a TV show!

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