Streaming Guide: What to watch on March 17

Deadpool is the quintessential antihero flick with oodles of action, bawdy humour and thrilling sequences. This blockbuster won hearts for its writing and a winning performance by lead star Ryan Reynolds. A perfect watch to take your mind off things. 

This Dan and Eugene Levy sitcom is a pure delight from start to finish. With six seasons and each episode lasting for about 20-25 minutes, what we have at hand here is a masterful comedy. Things go haywire when Johnny Rose and his eccentric family go broke and are coerced into retiring in one of their previous properties by the name of Schitt's Creek. 

James McAvoy, Dafne Keen and Ruth Wilson star in this epic fantastical drama series based on the books penned by Philip Pullman. There is science, magic, power and conceit. But what is one of the most compelling things about this show is that it stands as a metaphor to life as we know it. Read our take on the show here. 

This 2019 Oscar-nominated movie is a biographical drama of well, two popes -- Pope Benedict and Pope Francis. While one is more orthodox and conventional in his ways, the latter likes to take life with a pinch of salt. A story of succession, power, peace and belief --The Two Popes features Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce in the lead. It has been helmed by Fernando Meirelles. 

Both the seasons of this dark crime drama with humourous tones were received well by critics as well as the audience. Need we add that Phoebe Waller Bridge was one of the writers and showrunners of the first season? The series features Jodie Comer and Sandra Oh in the lead. Yes, you read that right -- an all female led detective show, and it's quite the watch. 

Phoebe Waller Bridge to the rescue again. Six Twenty somethings live together in a non-functional hospital. There's relationship, drama, romance and humour. Written and created by Phoebe Waller Bridge, Crashing is a sweet coming-of-age tale set in the UK. 

With the help of some incredible graphics and nuanced research and writing, Hasan Minhaj presents his daily take on topical issues of the time. Worth every second. Now this is what they call infotainment. The show is currently streaming on Netflix. 

A gay couple adopt an asian kid, a latino is married to a crazy rich American, oh and there's also some teen drama coupled with quite a few serious laughs involved. This is what makes up 'the modern family.' Like Friends, this American series is one of those sitcoms you can watch at any given time of the day. 

Phoebe Waller Bridge is increasingly becoming a force to reckon with in the entertainment business. And Fleabag was a show that got her the widespread critical acclaim. Phoebe wrote, directed and acted as the protagonist in the show. The plot of the show might seem simple but it is not at all handled simplistically -- a young woman figuring out life after losing her best friend. More deets on the show, here. 

In the mood for something fun and frivolous? Then this Karan Johar hosted show is right up your alley. Stars, gossip and glamour form the three key ingredients of the chat show. And everyone from SRK to Big B has graced the notorious coffee couch. 

A Netflix Original, this movie is not your regular cop affair. It has no over-the-top action and faultless heroes. The characters are humane and imperfect, and the lead heroine gives us a glimpse of what happens to a righteous but somewhat temperamental police officer. Saloni Batra and Geetika Vidya star. Check out our review here. 

Sumukhi Suresh and Manish Anand starrer show mainly concerns itself with stalking and an obsessive kind of love (if at all it can be called that). Pushpavalli was supposed to marry a Brahmin man but things fall apart when she unwittingly falls for the charming Nikhil Rao. What follows next is chaos, madness and hilarity.  

This Oscar nominated film by Quentin Tarantino is a love letter to the old Hollywood, the one which Tarantino witnessed as a youngster. It has elements of an epic movie, a historical drama and a thriller and packs quite a few moments of dark humour, Tarantino style. It features Leonardo di Caprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie and a host of other well-known names of the industry in special appearances. 

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When you can't see friends, thanks to social-distancing, what do you do? We recommend watching the very lovable ensemble of American sitcom Friends. Joey, Chandler, Ross, Monica, Rachel and Phoebe to the rescue! 

Taapsee Pannu starrer and Anubhav Sinha directed Thappad is winning accolades for its story and performances even as we write this. So it seems an apt time to watch the duo's 2018 hard-hitting drama Mulk. The film revolves around one joint Muslim family whose honour is at stake after a family member takes to terrorism. Set in the Indian heartland, Mulk also features Rishi Kapoor. For more details, read our review. 

This highly acclaimed variety show and its host, John Oliver, take everything from politics to social issues head on. Witty and brilliant, Last Week Tonight boasts of a very personable host and extremely tight writing. The episodes are also available to stream on YouTube. 

A crime thriller and a manhunt to nab a notorious terrorist, Hotstar's latest Special OPS has many things working for it. The show also stars Karan Tacker, Divya Dutta and Vinay Pathak among others. For more deets, check out our first impression of the show here.

One of the biggest hits of all time, this Bollywood blockbuster features the good-looking pair of Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff in the lead. Twists, and dramatic turns and impressive action stunts makes this film a total blast to watch. For more details, read our review of the film here. 

This Parvathy film is quite similar to Deepika Padukone's Chhapaak. However, it should be noted that Uyare released well before the latter. An upgraded version of Chhapaak, Uyare, unlike Chhapaak, never preaches but marches to its own well-tuned beat. Tovino Thomas also stars. The movie is currently streaming on Netflix. 

A relevant movie for the times, this Malayalam gem deals with the Nipah virus scare which had primarily affected Calicut in 2018. Nipah kills 75 per cent of those who catch it and has no vaccination. The film chronicles the never-say-die spirit of one tiny community which managed to survive against all odds. The movie features Parvathy and Revathy in pivotal parts and has been helmed by Aashiq Abu. 

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With the Season 3's announcement, it would be an ideal time to catch up (or revise) on the previous episodes of this wholesome series. Featuring Asa Butterfield as the young sexpert, this show throws light on sensitive issues wonderfully and humorously. The show also features Emma Mackey, Ncuti Gatwa and Gillian Anderson among others. 

This Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar and Yami Gautam starrer deals with a variety of issues, including self-love and vanity. The lead star cast gave stunning performances, but it was Yami Gautam's act that grabbed the most eyeballs -- an up and coming model and Tiktok star. Read our review of the film here.