The best TV shows to watch if you're self-isolating - as chosen by the readers

Whether you’re self-isolating due to Covid-19 or just taking some time to chill at home, you may be looking for a new television programme to try out.

We turned to the readers to shout out the best TV shows they have watched over the last year.

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Dozens of people got in touch to share their recommendatons, from binge-worthy series to nail-biting dramas.

Here are some of the most popular choices and where to watch them – whether you’re isolating or just relaxing before the return to work.

All Creatures Great and Small: My5

Angela Black: ITV Hub

The Boys: Amazon Prime

Dexter: New Blood: Sky

Dopesick: Disney+

The Girl Before: BBC iPlayer

It’s A Sin: All 4

The Last Kingdom: Netflix

Line of Duty: BBC iPlayer

Loki: Disney+

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The Mandalorian: Disney+

Midnight Mass: Netflix

Money Heist: Netflix

Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing: BBC iPlayer

The Repair Shop: BBC iPlayer

Schitt’s Creek: Netflix

Squid Game: Netflix

Succession: Amazon Prime or NOW TV

Vigil: BBC iPlayer

Virgin River: Netflix

The Walking Dead: Disney+

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