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8 Shows To Stream Online Now That Cinemas Are Shutting Amidst the Coronavirus Outbreak


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As the Coronavirus or COVID-19 threat saw itself coming into March 2020, Indian authorities have kept close tabs on curtailing the spread of the virus. This has resulted in several state governments temporarily shutting down several institutions such as schools, colleges and if youâre lucky enough to work remotely, certain offices as well.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal: All cinema halls to remain shut in Delhi till 31st March. Schools and colleges where exams are not being held will also remain closed. #CoronaVirus pic.twitter.com/pbuB1JNFnW

â ANI (@ANI) March 12, 2020

One particularly interesting way in which the virus has changed urban life in the countries it affects is by forcing authorities to clamp down on cinema halls - CM Arvind Kejriwal has followed in the footsteps of other states by keeping them shut in the capital, at least until the end of March.

Naturally, if youâre big into movies, this is going to be rather disappointing for you - although certain producers will definitely be a lot more pissed off in comparison. Well... no more movies for a while then. All the better to binge then, I suppose? Thank goodness for TV Shows, I guess - hereâs what we recommend to binge through the dark days ahead.

1. Pandemic: How To Prevent An Outbreak


Pretty much required watching by this point, Pandemic helps demystify and bring clarity to the history behind several key diseases, and how humanity unites to keep itself safe. While the series was produced much before the Coronavirus surge, the final episode, which focuses on combating flu, has a lot of helpful info that can be repurposed to fighting COVID-19 - and if anything, keeps you informed and up-to-date about the future of vaccination and medicare, particularly in Asia.

2. Kingdom

With spirited discussion about the apocalypse going around ever since 2020 began, thereâs no better time to follow that curiosity with the recent release of Kingdomâs second season. The South Korean show takes us back to the 16th century, where a deadly zombie plague takes over amidst tense political drama. If youâre a new fan of Korean work after watching the Oscar-sweeping Parasite, itâs time you dove into the best Korean TV has to offer as well. Season 2 is just out, by the way.

3. Better Call Saul

Donât you miss the early 2000s, when we only had one or two major global crises to deal with? If youâre into that setting, love Breaking Bad and law dramas, youâre in luck - Better Call Saul is currently bang-smack in the middle of a roaring 5th season run, and man is the series bingeable. Several fans even suggest that this spinoff is even better than the original series - only one way to find out.

4. Devs

One of the brightest science-fiction minds in filmmaking today, Alex Garland's first foray into television doesnât hold back from all the fun stuff - quantum computing, morality, free-will and mental illness - the show constantly weaves through a trippy, surreal plot that keeps you on your toes throughout. Also, Nick Offerman plays a cold and ruthless tech mogul in this one - bet you Parks & Rec fans didnât see that one coming.

5. Little Fires Everywhere

Developed and written by Casual's Liz Tigelaar, Little Fires Everywhere follows the intertwined fates of the picture-perfect Richardson family and an enigmatic mother and daughter who upend their lives. The story explores the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, the ferocious pull of motherhood â and the danger in believing that following the rules can avert disaster.

6. Hunters

Whether itâs in video games or filmmaking, Nazis seem to be making some kind of comeback in recent years. Fortunately, that provides us with plenty of opportunities to depict good guys stomping them out - and Hunters happens to be a show that provides just that. While Al Pacinoâs accent is questionable and maybe the show does slip into cliches, itâs a fun watch and well worth a quick binge. Check out our detailed review here.

7. Dispatches From Elsewhere

Remember Marshall from How I Met Your Mother? Dudeâs got his own show now, and itâs as far from a sitcom as you can possibly imagine. Four unsuspecting individuals find themselves invited to a series of experiences they never could have expected. A weird and whimsical journey into the unknown, Dispatches from Elsewhere's experimental approach doesn't always coalesce, but committed performances and a genuine sense of wonder make it a trip worth taking.

8. High Fidelity

If youâre into music, modern dating and of course, Zoe Kravitz, chances are that youâll absolutely dig High Fidelity - a show that charts the gentrification of Brooklyn while following the thoughts of Rob, a young record store owner with one hell of a life behind her.


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