Netflix may be the best-known streaming service, but Now is still a great option because it offers Sky’s premium shows without tying you to an annual contract. From intense dramas to comforting comedies, there’s bound to be something for you on this service.
For those of you who haven’t subscribed yet, you can access all the television shows on Now by purchasing the Entertainment membership, which normally costs £9.99 per month. Check out some of the best movies available through the Now’s Cinema membership in our top picks for movies on Now.
If you’re looking for your next Now fix, look no further. For your viewing pleasure, we’ve rounded up some of our top shows currently available. For more selections from some of our favorite shows, check out our best Netflix roundup for the month. You won’t be disappointed.
As always, all information is correct at the time of writing, but availability of some shows may change at Now’s sole discretion.
The last of us
HBO
Watch The Last of Us now
The Last of Us is one of the most popular shows on Now right now. Adapted from the Naughty Dog game, it follows Joel and Ellie – two survivors of a devastating pandemic who are forced to travel across the US together in the hope of changing the world.
With a stellar cast including Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsay and Nick Offerman, plus a tragic yet action-packed plot, this zombie apocalypse series will keep you coming back for more.
The White Lotus
Warner Bros. Discovery
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Black comedy drama The White Lotus follows the guests and employees of a luxury resort. Visitors come to relax and let their hair down. However, they have brought their own dysfunctions along with their swimwear and sunglasses.
Every day their paradise unravels a little more as darker truths come to light. With an all-star cast including Jennifer Coolidge, Aubrey Plaza and Sydney Sweeney, this is must-see TV.
Inside number 9
Watch Inside No 9 now
This anthology comedy brings new stories and characters every episode, with each dark comedy story taking place behind a door labeled “Number 9.”
You don’t have to watch these in order, because there is no overarching storyline; so we recommend starting with ‘A Quiet Night in’, which has no dialogue yet manages to tell a hilarious story, and ‘Zanzibar’, which takes inspiration from Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors with its ensemble cast in the setting of a luxurious hotel.
Real detective
HBO
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True Detective is an anthology series, so you’ll get new locations, characters, and gripping stories each season as you progress through the show. In the final season, we travel to the hair-raising landscape of Alaska, where two police officers must solve the mystery of eight missing men.
The show stars actors such as Woody Harrelson, Colin Farrell, Mahershala Ali and Jodie Foster.
Euphoria
HBO
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Zendaya stars in Euphoria, a gritty look at the high school experience, and Generation Z’s answer to Skins. Filled with drugs, violence and sex, the show is narrated by Rue, an addict struggling to find her place in the world.
Having won numerous awards, this is one of the most popular things on Now – but it’s certainly not an easy watch.
The penguin
Watch The Penguin now
Colin Farrell stars as the infamous Oswald “Oz” Cobb, who made his debut in Matt Reeve’s The Batman. The spin-off series follows Oz as he climbs the ladder of Gotham’s criminal underworld. He takes advantage of the chaos caused by Riddler’s attack and fights Sofia Falcone, the daughter of a deceased mob boss. Unexpectedly, a certain boy named Vic becomes the Penguin’s closest ally.
HBO’s series abandons the superhero genre and instead focuses on the dark underbelly of the criminal world and the morally gray characters within it.
The third day
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Starring Jude Law and Naomie Harris, The Third Day is another mind-boggling thriller, seemingly influenced by the likes of The Wicker Man and Midsommar.
It tells the story of two different people who travel to a mysterious British island at different times. Both travelers begin to discover the strange rituals and secrets involving the island’s inhabitants.
Gavin & Stacey
HBO
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Oh, what’s happening?! This legendary British sitcom (also back this year for a Christmas special) is a must-see, following the coming together of an Essex family and another Welsh family when a young couple falls in love. This was also the breakout show for James Corden, who plays the lovable boy Smithy.
Some of the most memorable episodes are ‘Boys’ Night Out’, ‘The Big Day’ and ‘House Hunting’ – which includes a segment that anyone looking for a place to live in London can relate to.
Succession
HBO
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Succession takes family drama to a whole new level, with each member of the Roy family making a grab for power and wealth, no matter how much it may damage the relationships between them.
Logan Roy is a media mogul in charge of one of the most powerful entertainment companies in the world. When he suffers a stroke, his children struggle to choose who will run the company in his absence.
Friends: the reunion
Watch Friends: The Reunion now
It may not be a full TV series, but the Friends reunion special is a must-watch for all die-hard fans of the sitcom. Filled with a mix of iconic clips, set visits from the cast, table readings and guest cameos, this is the perfect look back at all ten seasons of Friends.
There are also some exclusive tidbits with information from all six main cast members, as well as information about how the show came to be from the series’ creators.
Yellowjackets
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If you liked Lord of the Flies, you’ll love Yellowjackets. When a high school girls soccer team is involved in a plane crash, they are stranded in the wilderness. However, the horrors that unfold in the forest slowly transform them into something much darker.
The show switches back and forth between the 1990s and the present, as the survivors try to deal with the horrors of their past.
Game of Thrones
Watch Game of Thrones now
Despite its flaws (namely the last two seasons), Game of Thrones is still one of the greatest series to ever air, and if you missed the hype train, it’s totally worth checking out.
Based on the A Song of Ice and Fire novel series by George RR Martin, Game of Thrones is set in the fantasy world of Westeros and tells the story of several houses as they battle for control of the continent. There are twists that will leave you stunned, battles that will keep you on edge and of course HUGE dragons to marvel at.
The prequel series – House of the Dragon – is also definitely worth watching.
The Office (US)
Watch The Office (US) now.
The Office (USA) kicked off the mockumentary trend in America, and with nine seasons and over 200 episodes, this is a long-term character comedy that’s sure to put a smile on your face (though not without a lot of painfully cringe-inducing stories). moments).
Steve Carell stars as Michael Scott, an executive at the Dunder Mifflin paper company in Scranton, Pennsylvania. All he wants is to be respected and adored by his coworkers, but with antics happening almost every day, the office doesn’t get as much work done.
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
Watch Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts now
Has done a few reunion specials now, and the Harry Potter one is a standout. With many cast members – including the Golden Trio (Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson), you can reminisce about all eight films and the rollercoaster ride of Wizarding World fandom.
There’s also plenty of behind-the-scenes action on some of the most iconic moments, and insider information from the directors, writers and more. If you’re a big fan, bring tissues – it’ll be emotional.
The flash
Watch The Flash now
Currently features a few shows from the ‘Arrowverse’ of superhero adaptations, but The Flash is one of our favorites. This glorious comic book adaptation revels in the absurdity of its roots: a super-strong telepathic gorilla supervillain, anyone? – and never takes itself too seriously.
Yes, it’s soapy and it’s schlocky and it’s very, very stupid, but it’s a ton of fun and really feels like it’s its own thing. The Flash does its best to adapt every comic book anyone has ever called “unfilmable,” and we love it all the more for it.
