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3 Underrated Netflix Series You Should Start Now

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Carlin Kennedy Student Contributor, Appalachian State University
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1) Being Mary Jane:

This show stars a young, African-American talk show host who uses her show to document her work, her family, and her “absent” love life. Gabrielle Union is the star. If that name doesn’t ring a bell, think Bring It On, Think Like A Man, and Love and Basketball – AKA all classics. Critics say she is PERFECT for this role and delivers drama and comedy in a powerful, badass way. She also dives into serious issues like how society views successful African-American women. 

2) The Killing:

Set in Seattle, a female FBI agent’s life is halted whenever she becomes the lead investigator for a case involving a dead girl found in the trunk of a car – a politicians car at that. She is scheldued for a flight to move in with her fiance the night of the murder but is coerced into staying to solve the case. The Killing is a mix of politics, crime, and drama that will keep you up until 2 a.m. playing episode after episode (yes, personal experiences). 

3) The Following:

If you like FBI, crime, cults, and mysterious killings – this show is for you. This show follows FBI agent Ryan Hardy as he attempts to catch the leader of a cult, Joe Carroll. Joe Carroll has essentially brain washed hundreds of followers in a plot against Hardy and to be reunited with his ex-wife, Claire Matthews. You will be hooked after one episdoe and as soon as you think you know who’s good and who’s bad – the tables turn. 

 

 

Sources:

https://www.google.com/search?q=being+mary+jane&espv=2&biw=1078&bih=728&…

https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF…

https://www.fastcocreate.com/1682265/new-series-cult-and-the-following-s…

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/eliot-borenstein/no-netflix-no-chill-in-ru…

Carlin is a senior at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Public Relations and English. She is a Bachelor and One Tree Hill fanatic who is passionate about chocolate frosties and Chipotle. Her dream job is to be a sports reporter for ESPN.