Shows To Binge-Watch Before Summer Ends

As summer is slowly making its exit, it’s the perfect time to savor those final moments of relaxation. Instead of spending your days idly, why not indulge in some interesting TV shows that promise to keep you engaged and wanting more? From gripping dramas to light-hearted comedies, this summer’s lineup has a little something for everybody. So, no matter if you’re in the mood for a quick escape or a binge-worthy series, this compiled list of must-watch shows will surely enhance your summer experience, leaving you with plenty of topics to discuss with your peers.

Diarra From Detroit

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Created by Diarra Kilpatrick, “Diarra From Detroit” is a captivating drama series that touches on the impact of breakups and how they can lead someone to spiral out of control. The series follows Diarra, a school teacher suffering heartbreak after separating from her estranged husband, Francois. Diarra eventually returns to her childhood home in an attempt to dismiss reality. However, Diarra’s mental stability becomes shaky as her anxiety turns into frustration, leaving her exhausted and restless.

Soon after, Diarra takes a jab at living a normal life and agrees to go on a Tinder date with a guy named Chris. Surprisingly, the date turns out better than Diarra expected, which is sex-filled and euphoric. But the thrilling night was short-lived since Chris ghosted her not long after. Desperate for answers, Diarra sets out on a mission but instead stumbles upon a 1995 case of a missing young boy, who she suspects is Chris.

Love Island USA

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“Love Island USA” might be the number one show that you’ll want to catch up on. The sixth season of the series premiered in June and had fans hooked after the first episode. Similar to any other dating show, “Love Island USA” takes 10 attractive singles and places them in one villa together, without the use of cell phones to force the participants to focus on finding a love interest. The islanders usually spend their day doing various activities such as working out, gossiping, and completing the show’s challenges. Throughout this time, participants must be coupled up to remain on the show.

But, this season was something that got social media users talking! From the slow-burn love stories to the full display of Black love, it wasn’t difficult to get persuaded to check out an episode. One couple that seemed to be a fan favorite was Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, brother of NFL player Odell Beckham. Not to give out any spoilers, but the couple initially started off as friends, and their relationship grew into something more romantic. Despite having a few bumps in the road, Serena and Kordell were able to push past their issues and work their relationship work.

The Boys

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This superhero television series, available on Amazon Prime, follows a “group of vigilantes who fight against corrupt superheroes, known as the “Supes.” Based on Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson’s comic book, the series is set in a world where superheroes are seen as more than powerful figures but also high-profiled celebrities who are managed by corporate giant Vought International. While the fame can be intriguing, some of the Supes are abusing their power for personal gain, endangering the world and the planet. Being the company that markets the Supes, Vought International keeps the dark secrets about the superheroes strategically hidden, but a group of vigilantes are determined to uncover the truth.

Power Book II: Ghost

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The midseason finale kicked off a few months ago on Starz Network and left fans with a cliffhanger. Power Book II: Ghost is the second installment of the Power series, created by 50 Cent. The series focuses on Tariq St. Patrick, son of James “Ghost” St. Patrick, as he embarks on his college journey at Stansfield University. However, if you’re knowledgeable about the franchise, you’ll know trouble seems to always follow the “St. Patrick” family.

The first half of the season finale is packed with exciting scenes and the announcement of some shocking news. To add more flair to the cast, actor Michael Ealy joined the series as Detective Don Carter. As described by Variety, Ealy’s character is a “rising NYPD officer” who was set to become a police commissioner but lost his way after his “wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs.” As a result, Carter has found himself involved with taking down Tariq and Monet Tejada (Mary J. Blige).

The House Of The Dragon

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Sci-Fi lovers, this one is for you! HBO’s “House of the Dragon” is a prequel to the network’s “Game of Thrones” series, and if you’ve followed “GOT,” then you remember Daenerys Targaryen and her mission to reclaim the Iron Throne. Taking fans back nearly 200 years to when House Targaryen was at the zenith of its power, the series kicks off with the fifth Targaryen ruler, King Viserys I, finding himself making a crucial decision regarding his successor.

The story begins to get intense after King Aegon II’s coronation and the sudden death of Queen Rhaenyra’s son, leading to the Targaryen house being divided. As the story unfolds, Aegon II takes his position on the Iron Throne in King’s Landing while being backed by Queen Alicent and the Green council. Meanwhile, Queen Rhaenyra remains in exile on Dragonstone, strategizing her next move with the help of the Black council. As a result, a civil war brews as both sides seek alliance from the houses of Westeros.