'Virgin River' To 'Little Things': Drama Shows You Can Enjoy With Your Family

When the pandemic struck, everyone was just holed up in their homes and barely got to step out of their homes. Although for the privileged lot, it didn't make a major dent, the others were hit hard. For us, watching shows was one of the ways to unwind from the morbid stories we saw on the news every day.  A lot of us binge-watched on shows, and films available on the OTT platforms.

We found solace in meandering around Stars Hollow's streets, waking up in Apartment 20 and watching Dhruv and Kavya make sandwiches at three am. Here's a list of shows you should definitely watch if you want to lighten up your days or want to enjoy a watch party with your families.

8 Family Dramas You Can Watch At Home

Schitt’s Creek

Schitt's Creek emerged from nothing; it required time to gain its footing. It's the story of how a wealthy family is forced to leave their opulent lifestyles and relocate to a tiny town after losing their fortune, and it's now considered one of the funniest series of the decade. It takes on a moral shape with actual values as it evolves, and it makes sure to make you laugh at the same time.

Full House

Do you want to do nostalgia the proper way? Your best bet is a Full House. It chronicles the Tanner family's pranks, reminding us of the value of family in the past. When it's finished, if you still want to see more of the Tanners, you can watch Fuller House, which is a reboot of the show.

Modern Family

Modern Family premiered in 2009 and depicted the modern-day interpretation of the shifting family structure, bringing a fresh perspective to life. The creators took a mockumentary method (similar to The Office) to depict the daily activities of the Pritchett, Dunphy, and Tucker families as they poke fun at themselves and each other. Not to mention the furious family quarrels.

Still from Modern Family (TV Insider)

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Virgin River

Melinda "Mel" Monroe responds to an ad for a job as a midwife and nurse practitioner in the rural Northern California town of Virgin River, believing it will be the ideal place to start over and leave her sad experiences behind. But she quickly realises that small-town life isn't as simple as she had imagined. Before she can fully call Virgin River home, she must learn to cure herself. Virgin River is a Reel World Management-produced American romantic drama streaming television series based on Robyn Carr's Virgin River novels. On December 6, 2019, Netflix released the first season.

The Middle

Don't believe us when we say that Midwestern American ideals make for a wholesome comedy? After watching The Middle, you will. Using the Heck family's distinct characteristics to provide big laughs—Axl, the oldest, who couldn't care less; Sue, the middle child, who is trying to find her way in life; Brick, with his many eccentricities; Frankie, the mother, dealing with the family; and Mike, who is attempting to bring the family together with minimal involvement. It's the ideal family watch for watching and forgetting about the outer world for a while.

Downtown Abbey

Downton Abbey is a period drama created by Julian Fellowes that follows the Crawley family, the proprietors of Downton Estate, and their domestic staff in the post-Edwardian era. A lot is going on in the world during the series, from the sinking of the Titanic in the opening scene through the commencement of the First World War. It's clever, well-dressed (have you seen their costumes?) and charismatic, making it a must-see.

Downtown Abbey (Vanity Fair)

Parenthood

You haven't met the Braverman family if you believe This Is Us took you on an emotional rollercoaster. Parenthood follows Zeek Braverman, his wife Camille Braverman, and their four children Adam, Sarah, Crosby, and Julia, as well as their respective families. This heartbreaking drama looks at everything from teen abortion to autism in children and adoption issues.

Little Things

The principle of&list=RDCMUCC89oVFqenaffhBoyqxd6qw&start_radio=1&rv=YoFoKZ9HgfQ&t=0"> Little Things is straightforward: it is critical to appreciate the small pleasures in life to make life worthwhile. The show follows the lives of Dhruv Vats and Kavya Kulkarni, a very relatable couple, as they struggle with the intricate world of relationships, careers, and aspirations in the fast-paced metropolis of Mumbai.