Discover productions that use humor to address everyday issues, human relations and social issues in a light-hearted way
Janaine Fernandes
If the idea is to enjoy your vacation to relax and have a good laugh, betting on fun series could be the ideal choice. With striking characters, engaging plots and lots of humor, certain productions guarantee quality entertainment by transforming everyday situations, social criticisms and unusual stories into unforgettable moments.
Between national and international productions, check out 5 fun series to binge-watch during the holidays!
1. The Studio
“The Studio” is a series of comedy satirical film that follows Matt Remick (Seth Rogen), the new head of a traditional film studio in Hollywood. As he tries to balance his passion for the seventh art with the commercial demands of the industry, he faces inflated egos, production crises, casting decisions and increasingly chaotic situations. Directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, the production provides a fun review of behind-the-scenes entertainment and brings together special appearances by big names in cinema playing versions of themselves.
Where to watch: Apple TV.
2. Slaps & Kisses
Created by Cláudio Paiva, “Tapas & Beijos“ follows the inseparable friends Sueli and Fátima, salespeople at a wedding dress store in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro. While they help other women achieve their dream of marriage, they face their own love, professional and financial dilemmas, always surrounded by eccentric characters and embarrassing situations. With intelligent dialogue, sharp humor and great chemistry between the protagonists played by Andréa Beltrão and Fernanda Torres, the series became one of the biggest hits in Brazilian comedy on television.
Where to watch: Globoplay.
3. The Good Place
A series “The Good Place“ mixes comedy, fantasy and philosophy in telling the story of Eleanor Shellstrop, a selfish woman who, after dying, ends up by mistake in the “Good Place”, a kind of paradise reserved for people who have had an exemplary life. Determined to hide her mistake and stay there, she tries to learn to be a better person with the help of the other residents. Starring Kristen Bell and Ted Danson, the production conquers with its intelligent humor, twists and turns and reflections on ethics, morality and the meaning of being a good person.
Where to watch: Netflix.
4. Big Mouth
“Big Mouth” is an adult animation that follows a group of teenagers facing the discoveries, insecurities and changes of puberty. Inspired by the real experiences of its creators, the series transforms feelings and hormones into eccentric characters, such as the famous “Hormone Monsters”, creating situations that are as absurd as they are funny. Through humor, the production addresses themes such as sexuality, self-esteem, friendship and maturity without compromising sensitivity.
Where to watch: Netflix.
5. Superstore
Set in a large fictional department store called Cloud 9, “Superstore” follows the daily lives of a group of employees who have to deal with eccentric customers, sales targets, corporate changes and the ups and downs of coexistence among colleagues. Between chaotic situations and embarrassing moments, the series combines humor bring social criticism to the world of retail, addressing topics such as inequality, workers’ rights and the reality of those who serve the public.
Where to watch: Prime Video.
