Stuff to watch on Netflix

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » April 23, 2013, 11:08 pm

Since a lot of people have Netflix. Post here to recommend movies, documentaries and TV shows that people can access on the service.

For starters, Margin Call, a movie with Kevin Spacey and that HEROES/Spock actor is on Netflix. It's about the huge market crash that took place at the beginning of the housing crash. It's slow but interesting.

http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/Margi ... cale=en-US

Funkmasterr · Post by **Funkmasterr** » April 24, 2013, 12:00 am

Ooh, totally grabbing a spot for when I have more time to put a list together. You actually had a good idea, color me shocked!

Zamtuk · Post by **Zamtuk** » April 24, 2013, 12:37 pm

They actually have a pretty robust selection of foreign cult classics.

Oldboy, and some of those fun Takashi Miike movies are available. Always a fun time killer.

Kluden · Post by **Kluden** » April 24, 2013, 2:44 pm

Have watched a lot, but for anyone who likes Kenneth Branagh's Wallander on PBS/BBC...netflix has the original swedish ones, and they are good as well if you're into Wallander. Its a coastal town in sweden, cop drama, following the cheif inspector wallander inside and outside of work. Fairly interesting crime and run downs on characters.

If you want to compare the two, they have one or two series from the BBC Wallander as well with Kenneth Branagh....and for the "Geek" tie-in to all things we love, he directed Thor. He's also the villian and directing the new Jack Ryan film coming out this year. While not a part of the Avengers team with Whedon, he is responsible for the dude who plays Loki...and that alone is props deserving.

Leonaerd · Post by **Leonaerd** » April 24, 2013, 4:37 pm

Just going off the top of my head, focusing on stuff that people might not have noticed or considered:

Samurai Champloo
Zach Galifinakis' thing
Bones Brigade
IP Man
Planet Ocean
After Porn Ends
Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead
Equilibrium
Serenity

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » April 26, 2013, 10:37 pm

Watched Idiots and Angels earlier, good Plympton movie. Was going to add slightly odd but that goes without saying.

Lately:
Cow and Chicken
Ren and Stimpy
Red Dwarf (again)
Venture Bros
Empires: Martin Luther
Carl Panzram

Bunch of good stuff on Buddhism and Indian history. I'd always thought the British had infected/inflicted bureaucracy in India, possibly was the other way 'round. Or perhaps some unholy blending of bureaucratic tendencies.... They'd done it do themselves 1000+ years before the Brits arrived.

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » May 2, 2013, 9:17 pm

Poultrygeist

So horrible it's good.

Animalor · Post by **Animalor** » May 6, 2013, 10:36 am

Archer

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » May 6, 2013, 1:24 pm

For anyone that hasn't seen it yet, Firefly is on Netflix. You have no excuse!

Aslanna · Post by **Aslanna** » May 6, 2013, 3:19 pm

Luther! It's 10 episodes what do you have to lose. 4 more on the way eventually although they will be the last.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » September 14, 2013, 3:01 pm

http://www.theverge.com/2013/9/14/47299 ... ure-people

Before buying shows, Netflix checks piracy sites to make sure people are watching

One of Netflix's goals has always been to combat piracy of TV shows and movies — if you can get all the shows and movies you want for only a few dollars a month, the company hopes you'll stop downloading them illegally. But as the service rolls out in the Netherlands, Reed Hastings' team has gone so far as to actually check piracy statistics in determining what shows to buy. VP of Content Acquisition Kelly Merryman told Tweakers that "with the purchase of series, we look at what does well on piracy sites." That led to Netflix buying Prison Break, for instance, a commonly torrented show in the Netherlands.

Merryman told Tweakers about some of Netflix's other considerations as well, including shows like The Voice that the company decides are more suited to live audiences — that's why we'll also likely never see Netflix competing for sports contracts, or airing an evening news show. Sadly, though Reed Hastings also told Tweakers that he'd love to help Game of Thrones solve its massive piracy problem by airing the show on Netflix, HBO's apparently not interested. But if Netflix can convince other studios and networks that piracy isn't better than an Emmy, it'll have an easy sales pitch to make for a lot of popular shows around the world.

If you want good shows on Netflix, keep pirating them!

From ~60 to 300/share in three months. Netflix is on one hell of a roll.

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » September 14, 2013, 8:08 pm

Orange is the New Black - Great show and a great callback to American Pie in one of the episodes.
Blue Mountain State - Mindless fun about a very corrupt College football team

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » September 15, 2013, 12:45 am

Tyek wrote:Orange is the New Black - Great show and a great callback to American Pie in one of the episodes.

I watched this series and liked it. Hemlock Grove was good original Netflix series as well.

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » September 15, 2013, 3:03 pm

Watched a few episodes of My Name is Earl at a co-workers suggestion. Can't decide if it's funny enough to slog through the slow spots.

Earl reminds me of a handful of people I know who live in Pensacola as that's where their car broke down or where they ran out of money to go any farther.

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » September 15, 2013, 10:29 pm

they took away Starz, but Party Down was great. gotta love a caterer high on shrooms decorating the plate at a party with Swaztikas thinking it is a pretty design.

Morgrym · Post by **Morgrym** » September 16, 2013, 1:33 pm

Tucker and Dale Vs Evil

A nice hidden gem of horror comedy

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1465522/?ref_=sr_4

Bubba Grizz · Post by **Bubba Grizz** » September 17, 2013, 2:50 pm

Loved that movie!

right now I am watching season 4 of Supernatural.

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » September 19, 2013, 7:35 pm

Sound of noise is good, absurd comedy.

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » September 19, 2013, 8:04 pm

Dead End was a decent horror film with a comedic tone. End was predictable and a let down, but the ride there was pretty good.

Aslanna · Post by **Aslanna** » September 30, 2013, 12:04 pm

Winnow wrote:
Tyek wrote:Orange is the New Black - Great show and a great callback to American Pie in one of the episodes.
I watched this series and liked it. Hemlock Grove was good original Netflix series as well.

It was ok. I found it a bit pretentious in places. Similar to Weeds. Which makes sense since the same person is responsible for both. I didn't really like how slow time seems to pass but I guess that's how they'll stretch a 15 month prison sentence into 5+ seasons.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » October 1, 2013, 2:50 am

Aslanna wrote:
Winnow wrote:
Tyek wrote:Orange is the New Black - Great show and a great callback to American Pie in one of the episodes.
I watched this series and liked it. Hemlock Grove was good original Netflix series as well.
It was ok. I found it a bit pretentious in places. Similar to Weeds. Which makes sense since the same person is responsible for both. I didn't really like how slow time seems to pass but I guess that's how they'll stretch a 15 month prison sentence into 5+ seasons.

Well the first season was good. Had decent character development. It's possible one season is enough for it though...kinda like Misfits and HEROES should have ended sooner than they did. Weeds surprised me with it's ability to remain entertaining for probably 3 seasons before it started to head downhill.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » October 21, 2013, 5:24 pm

Netflix up 50-60.00 in after hours, near 400/share.

It's like a bubble stock!

http://finance.yahoo.com/echarts?s=NFLX ... =undefined;

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » December 13, 2013, 9:14 pm

Watch Arrow!

On a side note, I've been watching it using my Xbox One on Netflix and the picture is extremely good. I'd have to find the article but I believe Xbox/Playstation Netflix apps are capable of better image quality than the PC Browser plug in. My only comparison is watching it on my iMac's 2,560 x 1,440 screen using Firefox plug in and on my Samsung 46" TV using Xbox One and the image looks better via Xbox One/PS4. Both are streaming at 1080P but I think the console apps allow for a higher bandwidth making the image better.

edit: here's the answer:

Netflix subscribers around the world can now tune into the company's highest quality Super HD streams, providing they have a device and internet connection willing to play nice.

The Super HD streams, which arrive at a higher bitrate than the existing Full HD 1080 streams, promise improved picture quality as the movie or TV show is subject to less compression.

Makes sense now. Use your Xbox One or PS4 to stream Netflix as it's better quality than your TV's built in Netflix or even your PC's browser plug in.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » December 30, 2013, 7:50 pm

Netflix intros cheaper standard definition streaming plan for new subscribers

If you consider yourself both extremely frugal and averse to the luxuries of seeing Hollywood eye candy actors in Super HD, Netflix's new SD tier could be right up your alley. The streaming service has begun offering a low-end plan for new subscribers only that'll allow standard definition streaming to one device -- that's right, no simultaneous viewing -- for $6.99 per month. We can confirm the plan is indeed now live as it appeared when we attempted to sign up for new service though, as TechCrunch reports, that may not be the case for everyone.

Take note, this recent plan addition is only $1 cheaper than the basic HD tier that lets users stream to two devices at once, making the SD plan's cost benefit a bit dubious. So, if you're really counting your pennies and haven't bothered to upgrade to an HD-capable TV or tablet or phone (which makes us wonder if you even have broadband), then by all means, have at this promo. You're also probably not into account sharing anyway. And really, that's what that extra $1/mo is for, right? Right.

Any of you people that thought the Wii graphics looked good, this tier is for you! As someone that doesn't have wall eyed vision, I'm loving the less compressed HD stream on the Xbox ONE (and PS4 if you have that) i wouldn't go back to normal compressed HD Netflix, much less SD.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » January 3, 2014, 12:38 am

Watched ten episodes of The Cape on Netflix. The series only lasted one season back in 2010.

The bad guy "general" from Revolution plays the role of The Cape. Summer Glau (Firefly) and one of the actors from Platoon is also in it. Corn factor is high, especially in the first few episodes. Worth giving a chance if you like comic based series.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1593823/

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » February 11, 2014, 5:48 pm

Not sure if this has been mentioned and I know I am late to the party but Sherlock Season 1 and 2 are GREAT.

Fairweather Pure · Post by **Fairweather Pure** » February 11, 2014, 6:09 pm

Yeah, Sherlock and Arrow were 2 huge surprises for the wife and I. The first episode of Arrow is better than anything shown in the first season of SHEILD.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » February 11, 2014, 7:29 pm

Fairweather Pure wrote:Yeah, Sherlock and Arrow were 2 huge surprises for the wife and I. The first episode of Arrow is better than anything shown in the first season of SHEILD.

I've been downloading season two of Arrow as the episodes are aired and it's remained an excellent show. Looking forward to the Flash TV series as well this fall. The boosted Super HD bandwidth on Netflix PS4/Xbox One for Arrow make it look even better.

Spang · Post by **Spang** » February 11, 2014, 11:33 pm

The History of Future Folk.

Zaelath · Post by **Zaelath** » February 12, 2014, 3:05 am

Fairweather Pure wrote:Yeah, Sherlock and Arrow were 2 huge surprises for the wife and I. The first episode of Arrow is better than anything shown in the first season of SHEILD.

Seriously? I grabbed 4 episodes since my brother liked it, couldn't even be bothered to watch the other three after suffering through the horror of the first episode. Unless there was an implied ass rape by the magical cock of knowing, he had way too much shit on his character sheet for the backstory that was presented.

Canelek · Post by **Canelek** » February 12, 2014, 4:14 am

Still not sure why, but I watched the first season of Arrow. Some really great ideas thwarted by really really bad ones. They try to blend dark with after school specials to ill effect.

But alas, it is a CW show so there you go.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » February 12, 2014, 10:21 am

It took a few episodes to get into Arrow. I wouldn't try to present the show as anywhere near one of the classics like Breaking bad, Deadwood, Rome, etc. I can see why it wouldn't appeal to everyone but at the same time, it rises above many other shows out there. Being what it is (DC property), and the channel it's on, it's not going to to have an Al Swearengen character in it.

I also liked "The Cape" so am probably the perfect demographic for the show. I can be a little more forgiving than most when it comes to the genre.

Canelek · Post by **Canelek** » February 12, 2014, 3:01 pm

Oh certainly not. It could not ever be considered real drama. Not really enough tension and the writing is, well, CW. Still though, it is a decent time-killer and there are some elements that are pretty fun. After all, it is a B-hero show. Hoping that the second season is better and hits from a different angle.

We already know that the "island experience" will be a major plot device throughout, or at least for the foreseeable future. I found myself far more drawn in by the island stuff, aside from some egregious writing issues there. Very cool to see Crixus (Spartacus actor Manu Bennett)! Glad to see his acting chops are still well-honed.

I suppose I will keep watching to see how that all plays out.

Aslanna · Post by **Aslanna** » February 13, 2014, 11:12 pm

Inspector George Gently if you like good drama!

I guess that link points to DVDs. They have it for streaming too but unfortunately it doesn't appear you can search Netflix without having an account. Annoying!

Aslanna · Post by **Aslanna** » February 17, 2014, 12:59 am

I guess this is the catch-all Netflix thread!

It’s official, folks! Orange Is the New Black Season 2 is coming to Netflix on June 6th, 2014. The announcement was secretly revealed at the end of the House of Cards 2nd season finale just after the ending credits.

The show which is available only on Netflix will feature 13 episodes, with almost all cast members making a re-appearance. Laura Prepon (Alex) won’t be a regular though. Initial rumours pointed to her choosing to opt-out of season 2 (for unknown reasons), but a later update from a Netflix rep denied these allegations saying that she would be back for a limited number of episodes.

There aren’t any clues about what season 2 is going to be about, but at least we know for sure that Uzo Aduba (Crazy Eyes), Taryn Manning (Doggett), and Danielle Brooks (Taystee) are back. Lorraine Toussaint will be joining the cast as ‘Vee’, as a new inmate and ex-drug lord who used children to run the operations of her business.

Spang · Post by **Spang** » February 24, 2014, 8:00 am

There aren’t any clues about what season 2 is going to be about...

It's loosely based on a book, so there's probably some clues.

Leonaerd · Post by **Leonaerd** » February 24, 2014, 12:28 pm

House of Cards season 2 was fun.

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » April 6, 2014, 7:17 pm

20 feet from stardom
The regular show

Aabidano · Post by **Aabidano** » April 27, 2014, 5:56 pm

The Inexplicable Universe.

Good science-y show, assuming you can stand his presentation style.

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » April 29, 2014, 3:31 am

Mortified Nation was good and funny

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » August 8, 2014, 5:45 pm

This one is from 2008, so many of you may have seen it already. Very emotional documentary called Dear Zachary. It is GREAT!!!