7 Great Recent TV Shows Nobody Talks About

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It’s really sad when good TV shows don’t get the attention they deserve and are canceled quickly. Throughout the history of television, many excellent shows – even those with loyal fans – haven’t lasted very long simply because not enough people knew about them.

The issue has grown over time, as viewers now have more TV choices than ever thanks to cable and streaming services. With so much content available, many quality shows unfortunately get missed or don’t receive the attention they deserve.

I’ve been watching a lot of TV lately, and I’ve found seven shows that I think deserve way more attention. They’re really good, but for some reason, haven’t quite broken through yet. I’m hoping to spread the word because I think you all should be watching them!

7) Nobody Wants This

The show Nobody Wants This is a bit of a misnomer, as many viewers would likely enjoy it if they knew about it. It’s a comedy starring Adam Brody, known from The OC, as a Jewish rabbi who develops feelings for Kristen Bell, who plays a woman of a different faith.

This show provides much-needed representation of Jewish people on television, as Jewish characters are often portrayed as either very religious or not religious at all. It also features authentic, character-driven humor that many people will enjoy. Even though viewers have different opinions about the second season, Nobody Wants This is still worth watching.

6) The Irrational

Despite being a unique and promising show, The Irrational was cancelled by NBC after just two seasons due to low viewership. The series starred Jesse L. Martin (known from The Flash) as Alec Mercer, a neuroscientist and professor haunted by PTSD from surviving a church bombing a decade prior. He used his understanding of the human brain to help the FBI solve complex cases.

Unlike typical crime shows, The Irrational focused on the science of the brain. Each episode featured Alec explaining a neuroscience concept to his class through an experiment, and that same concept would later help solve the week’s crime. The show also included engaging storylines about his teaching assistants. Despite its unique approach, NBC canceled the series without giving it a chance to find a wider audience on its streaming service, Peacock.

5) Dark Winds

Dark Winds is a compelling crime drama focusing on Navajo detectives investigating murders in the 1970s. It stands out as a rare and important show for its authentic portrayal of Indigenous culture, but surprisingly hasn’t received much attention.

Beyond a typical crime show, Dark Winds delves into the historical hardships faced by the Navajo Nation and other Indigenous communities, including the painful practice of sending Navajo children away to boarding schools. The series uniquely blends standard detective work with supernatural themes, weaving Navajo culture, beliefs, and storytelling into every investigation.

4) Found

Similar to The Irrational, Found first aired on NBC during the 2023 writers’ and actors’ strike, a time when new scripted TV shows were rare. The show received positive reviews and blended the formats of police procedurals and psychological thrillers. It featured a main character who had kidnapped the man who previously abducted her, and was now making him assist in solving missing persons cases. This premise brought to mind The Silence of the Lambs, although Mark-Paul Gosselaar based his performance on research into Ted Bundy.

As a huge fan of compelling dramas, I was really captivated by Found. What struck me most was how it centered Black characters and bravely tackled the heartbreaking reality that missing Black women and children often don’t get the same attention from the authorities as other cases. I was thrilled when NBC renewed it for a second season, but honestly, I was devastated when it got canceled. There were so many more important stories it could have told about missing persons, the lasting effects of trauma, and the deep-rooted issues of systemic racism. It felt like a show with so much potential was cut short.

3) Dope Thief

Dope Thief is a thrilling crime story about two men who pretend to be DEA agents in order to rob drug dealers. However, their scheme goes wrong when they stumble upon a major drug trafficking route, putting them in grave danger and forcing them to flee.

Despite its often stressful situations, Dope Thief is also surprisingly funny. It’s one of the most unique shows on Apple TV+ and television as a whole, making it worth revisiting.

2) Overcompensating

Many young LGBTQ+ people relate to the idea of ‘overcompensating,’ but it’s a topic that hasn’t gotten much wider recognition. This new Netflix series follows a gay college student who isn’t ready to come out and goes to great lengths to conceal his sexuality from his family and college friends.

While the story centers around LGBTQ+ experiences, its themes of self-discovery and finding your place are universal, especially for those navigating life away from home for the first time. The show, Overcompensating, is funny and often crude, but it also features plenty of humor that’s simply lighthearted and relatable.

1) North of North

The Canadian comedy series North of North, now streaming on Netflix, is a hidden gem that deserves more attention. Set in a small town in the Arctic, the show follows an Inuk woman who attempts to rebuild her life after her marriage ends, all while navigating a close-knit community where everyone knows her business.

What makes this show special is its focus on a community rarely represented on television, even though it starts with a familiar idea. While it’s primarily a comedy, it also thoughtfully addresses important and difficult topics, like the painful history of Indigenous Canadian children attending residential schools.

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2025-11-04 02:16