The BBC spy thriller television seriesKilling Evehas concluded with a not-so-expected and, perVanity Fair, not-well-liked ending. That being said, the four seasons of the BBC Three and BBC America drama have been a great ride for the viewers, with each season being led by a different head female writer.Killing Eve,based onVillanelleby Luke Jennings, gave a new insight toTV shows adapted from books. And it’s okay to say thatKilling Evedid the book justice throught its past seasons, even though some might not be happy with the finale itself.
At any rate, the Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer-starrer has ended, and to stack up your watch list with more shows likeKilling Eve,we are here. The drama evaporated a perfect amount of thrill, romance, craziness, acting, and, of course, writing, and to match its mark, we dug some of the best shows that might tick all the boxes for your nextKilling Eve-alike watch list. Here are 7 shows similar toKilling Eveyou should watch next.
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7The End of the F***ing
The End of the Fing Worldtells the story of James (Alex Lawther), a 17-year-old self-proclaimed psychopath, who, along with Alyssa (Jessica Barden), embarks on a strange journey to find her father. Together, the duo end up facing various misadventures that lead them towards achieving a sense of self-awareness and down a road to knowing themselves better. AlthoughThe End of the Fing Worldoffers frequent laughter, they are only on the surface. The teenage drama is also about empathy, and showcases the reality of how teenagers feel in the present times.
6Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
One thing that’s common between Rebecca and Villanelle is that they both are not your regular girlfriends.Crazy Ex-Girlfriendfollows Rebecca Bunch (Rachel Bloom), a Harvard-educated lawyer from New York, who decides to move to West Covina, California in order to pursue a relationship with her summer camp ex-boyfriend, Josh (Vincent Rodriguez II). During her journey towards forming a relationship with her ex, Rachel rebuilds herself, explores multiple romances, and finds true passion, ultimately becoming the woman she never thought she could be. A popularmusical TV series,Crazy Ex-Girlfriendintroduces the audience to a female lead with many mental and emotional distress, who manages to find herself at last.
Created and led by Bill Hader,Barryis an American black comedy drama following the life of Barry, a hitman residing in Cleveland. Once while traveling to LA for a job, he admits himself into an acting class taught by Gene Cousineau (Henry Winkler). On top of that, his latest acting spree makes him question his real passion in life as he simultaneously continues his old job as a hitman.Barryfollows an intense and violent plot. However, Hader’s capability to tune it with comedy is top-notch, making the show a fierce, creative, and hilariousmasterclass in comedy and drama. In short, if you likedKilling Eve,you will surely enjoyBarry.
4Jessica Jones
Based on the character of the same name from the Marvel Comics,Jessica Jonesfollows the titular Jessica (Krysten Ritter), an ex-superhero, who now manages and owns a private investigation company. Although, she doesn’t live like an MCU hero, devils from the past keep testing her superhuman abilities, proving she is superior to all of them. Besides watching Jessica fighting the foes in her life, the show delves deeper into the lives of main characters, and lets the viewers deeply connect with the flawed and emotional side of them.
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3Orange is the New Black
The entirely female-led Netflix comedy series gives an insight into the lives of the prisoners serving time at women’s federal prison in upstate New York through Piper Chapman’s story. Piper (Taylor Schilling) is a woman in her 30 living in New York, however, one day, her life changes when she is arrested for smuggling a suitcase filled with drug money for her girlfriend, Alex (Laura Prepon). At the beginning, the plot ofOrange is the New Blackmight feel like Piper’s story, but soon the series takes after all the characters at the prison, and dives deeper into their problems. The toughness and environment faced by Piper brings out a different side of her, one she did not know existed. More than that, the emotional rollercoaster throughout all seasons is remarkable.
2This Way Up
The British comedy series revolves around Áine, a young Irish woman living in London and suffering from a mental breakdown. She teaches English as a second language in a school, and is often perceived as a funny character. Without a doubt,This Way Upoffers unlimited jokes and will never allow you to stop from breaking a smile. Moreover, the drama also offers a look at Áine as a single and lonely woman who likes to veil her sadness and struggles from people around her. Not only that, we get a closer look at her illness and how she copes up with it through humor. Through its brilliant writing,This Way Upbrings serious issues on the topic and make them relatable for its audience.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who also wroteKilling Eveseason 1, headlinesFleabagand plays the titular character. The drama takes you on a stroll with Fleabag acting as a dry-witted, sad, and bold woman who navigates life, love, and tragedy in her own way. Fleabag does not have any filter, yet she does not allow any other person looks into her grief filled life. Waller-Bridge created the original and believable scriptfirst as a one-woman play. Its smooth transition to the screen, never losing its spirit and vulnerability, is one of the reasons whyFleabagbecame a recipient of multiple accolades and nominations at the Emmyß, Screen Actors Guild Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and others.
