Even TV writers are looking for shows to watch as they shelter in place. We asked 11 of them about what they are watching now that the pandemic has halted most TV productions. Period pieces, foreign films, and yes, even reality shows make this list.
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Liz Tigelaar, the creator of Hulu’s adaptation of “Little Fires Everywhere,” usually likes sharp comedies like “Better Things” or “Fleabag,” but those haven’t been doing it for her lately. Instead, she’s turned to the high drama of “Homeland.” nyti.ms/3fniQwN
Dan Levy, who created “Schitt’s Creek” with his father Eugene, recommends the Japanese reality show “Terrace House.”
“It’s been a really nice, safe place knowing that at the end of the night, I can always go back to these people,” he said.
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“It’s been a really nice, safe place knowing that at the end of the night, I can always go back to these people,” he said.
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Speaking of “Schitt’s Creek,” the Canadian comedy is comforting to Dahvi Waller, whose writing résumé includes “Desperate Housewives,” “Mad Men” and “Mrs. America.”
“You can digest 3 or 4 a night,” she said. ”It’s really going to get me through.” nyti.ms/2zbeHLW
“You can digest 3 or 4 a night,” she said. ”It’s really going to get me through.” nyti.ms/2zbeHLW
Liz Meriwether, the creator, writer and producer of “New Girl” wants a show that transports her to another time, like “Deutschland 83.”
“I seem to want to watch something that meets me where I am — a little lonely and sad.” nyti.ms/2L0vZOw
“I seem to want to watch something that meets me where I am — a little lonely and sad.” nyti.ms/2L0vZOw
Our reporters, editors and critics also have recommendations from nearly every genre for what to watch while you’re stuck at home. See all of our TV guides here: nyti.ms/3dn7ZRE
