10 Underrated TV Shows Streaming On Peacock
Peacock is a pretty underrated streaming platform with a pretty underrated catalogue. Here are 10 shows that serve as a prime example of this.
Alan Tudyk delivers a standout performance in the Syfy series Resident Alien, portraying an alien who lands on Earth and assumes the identity of Harry Vanderspeigle, a medical examiner in the small town of Patience, Colorado. The show is a unique blend of science fiction, comedy, and drama that blends humor and heartwarming moments.
Tudyk's character develops a fondness for the quirky townsfolk, which leads him to question his mission of eradicating humanity. With no bad seasons and satisfying character arcs, Resident Alien is a hidden gem for sci-fi fans who enjoy laughter. From the creators of Superstore, St. Denis Medical offers a charming mockumentary that airs on NBC.
Set in an Oregon hospital, the show features an egotistical doctor, Bruce (Josh Lawson), a veteran doctor, Ron (David Alan Grier), and a group of nurses with varying degrees of cynicism about their jobs. Despite the hospital's crumbling condition, the show delivers warmth and light-hearted humor, avoiding cynicism. Stellan Skarsgård stars in the British crime drama River, which originally aired on BBC One.
He plays DI John River, a troubled policeman haunted by visions of deceased people, including a recent murder victim. River's keen detective skills help solve crimes while he grapples with grief and mental health. River is a psychological study of a man haunted by his own psyche, making it a moving and expertly crafted series. A.P.
Bio is an NBC-turned-Peacock series that combines elements of Abbot Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Glenn Howerton plays Jack Griffin, a Harvard philosophy professor who takes a job as an A.P. bio teacher in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio. Jack's students, including Heather (Allisyn Snyder), Sarika (Aparna Brielle), and Devin, steal the show with their unique personalities and comedic timing.
The show is about growth, as Jack learns from his students and evolves into a kinder, less cynical person. Their hilarious interactions make A.P. Bio an entertaining and uplifting series.
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