5 epic series with intense plots that instantly draw you in
Series that hook you instantly (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
Some series are just background noise, while others become a part of everyday life. They have multiple seasons, intricate storylines, and characters you want to follow for years.
RBC-Ukraine has compiled 5 series that are hard to step away from, shows whose plots make you want to dive in headfirst.
Outlander
This intriguing series follows nurse Claire, who, after World War II, accidentally travels from the 20th century to 18th-century Scotland. Finding herself in a foreign era, she must adapt to the harsh realities of the past while concealing her origins. At the heart of the story are romance, political intrigue, wars, survival struggles, and attempts to change the course of history. The series blends historical drama, romance, and elements of fantasy.
Downton Abbey
The series takes place in the English estate of the Crawley family. The story unfolds on two levels, the lives of the aristocrats and the household staff who serve the estate. The show depicts how British society changes under the influence of wars, social reforms, and technological progress. Personal dramas, love, betrayal, and struggles over inheritance intertwine with major historical events, creating an epic family saga.
A Discovery of Witches
The plot centers on scholar and witch Diana Bishop, who accidentally uncovers a forbidden magical manuscript. This attracts the attention of supernatural beings. Diana enters a dangerous alliance with the vampire Matthew, who breaks the ancient laws of their world. The series explores themes of forbidden love, the power of knowledge, and conflicts between different supernatural clans, gradually expanding the scope of the story.
The Magicians
The series follows a group of students at a magical university who discover that the fantastical world from their childhood books actually exists, and it’s deadly. Magic here is not whimsical; it is complex, traumatic, and often has serious consequences. At the heart of the story are coming-of-age challenges, psychological struggles, confronting personal fears, and taking responsibility for one’s choices. The show blends fantasy with drama and gradually becomes darker with each season.
Mr Selfridge
The plot is based on the true story of an entrepreneur who founded one of London’s most famous department stores. The series follows his journey from an ambitious newcomer to an influential businessman, while also revealing the behind-the-scenes workings of early 20th-century retail. Alongside the business story, the show explores personal dramas, intrigues, romantic relationships, and the difficult decisions that must be made in pursuit of success.
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