Most Recommended Tv Shows for Older Audience (10 Shows)

Do Find recommending movies or tv shows to your parents or grandparents or even to an elderly people a hard thing to do? Especially if you are from the younger generation. For me I find it hard if I used my favorite show to pick from, but if I used factors about what old people like, it would be understandable and much easier. For Now, I made it easy for you and made this list for you to choose from, and I also explained the reason behind my recommendation for each show.

1. The Great British Baking Show.

About The Show:

Genre: Comedy, Cooking, Contest.
Similar to The Great Pottery Throw Down
Rating. IMDB 8.5/10 from more than 7,490 people.
Number of Episodes: 104 (and 32 specials)
Seasons: 11First episode date: August 17, 2010

Story:

If i have to say it in one word it’s actually about baking. 12 smart amateurs Bakers competing for the greatest British baker title, judges are the ones who taste all the cooking they make, and for the audience they have the privilege to watch an entertaining show.

This show is recommended because:

A lot of the actors are old, no offense, but it’s kind of having that nostalgic vibe into the show, when a person from the old generation watches it, Plus a really lively environment great to be part of. Also it has family cooking contests like Christmas, Thanksgiving.

Our Rating. It get 3.6/5 Stars

Trailer:

The Great British Baking Show: Holidays Season 3 Trailer | Rotten Tomatoes TV

2. Call the Midwife.

About The Show:

Genre: Drama, Historical Film.
Similar to Belgravia.
Rating. IMDB 8.4/10 from more than 21,260 People.
Number of Episodes: 86
Seasons: 10
First episode date: 15 January 2012

Story:

The story happened in the mid 1950s in London, Britain. What Unique about this tv show from this list is, That actually it originated from a bestseller memoirs/book, by Jennifer Worth.

It started when a midwife Jenny got herself involved with an eccentric great community of sisters, in other word a religious community. The funny part is that these sisters were actually nurses. Jenny was surprised at first that she found herself in a religious house. Because of a terrible relationship between her and the sisters, Jenny gets so depressed, fighting for a better life. Eventually, she got to be really close to her yesterday enemies and became really good friends.

We Recommended this Show Because:

It’s perfect since the target demographic of this show is Religious people, it tends to be known that most religious majority are leaning towards the elderly of a society. So this will resonate with the Previous Generation more than it does with the younger generation.

Plus it’s a Drama Series, both moving and funny, which will keep them entertained.

Our Rating: 3.5/5 Stars

Trailer:

Call The Midwife | Series 10 Trailer – BBC Trailers

3. The Crown.

About The Show:

Genre: Drama Series, Historical
Similar to The Hollow Crown
Rating. IMDB 8.6/10 from more than 167,630 People.
Number of Episodes: 40 Episodes
Seasons: 10
First episode date: 4 November 2016.

Story:

It’s a mix between Drama and politics. I like this series because it shows how the queen of Britain (Elizabeth II) took the throne after the death of her Father King George VI, When she was only 25 years old. The story timeline is set in the 1940s, in the United kingdom.

We recommend this Show because:

First of all, it’s a very historical show which gives a nostalgic feeling for the elderly, about their time and what was happening in their age, (well suppose your parents were born in the 1930s-50s). The Vibe of nobility and Power of Control, The Challenge of Ruling the Country, Has an outstanding impact in the series of The Crown. Plus, this era has Romances, Political Rivals and Personal interest play a major role in the series, Which make it a perfect Drama Historical Show.

Our Rating: 3.7/5 Stars

Trailer:

The Crown Season 4 | Official Trailer | Netflix

4. Deadwood.

About The Show:

Genre: Crime, Drama, Historical.
Similar to Boardwalk Empire.
Rating: IMDB 8.6/10 from more than 97,170 People.
Number of Episodes: 36.
Seasons: 3.
First episode date: March 21, 2004.

Story:

In a mining town with no law governing this territory, this show takes place, where this part is not related to a US state yet. Which leads to an unlawful area attracting bad people who are looking to get rich from gold, and taking advantage of running a crime business and capitalize on the people with no power.

We recommended This Show Because:

This show is old but it’s very entertaining. My parents watch these kinds of movies a lot. From my experience Elderly enjoy these types of movies. since its has that historic side of thinks and the old fashion of using gold to get rich which a lot of old people are familiar with, it makes it a great recommendation for an old generation person to watch.

Our Rating: 3.6/5 Stars

Trailer:

Deadwood Trailer (HBO)

5. Sherlock.

About The Show:

Genre: Mystery, Crime, Drama.
Similar to The Prestige
Rating. IMDB 9.1/10 from more than 833,870 People.
Number of Episodes: 12
Seasons: 4
First episode date: July 25, 2010

Story:

Who doesn’t Know Sherlock Holmes? The Story starts when Dr. John Watson (a war vet) came from Afghanistan after bloody battles over there, to the United States of America, Meets The Famous Holmes. Then as soon as Dr. Watson Moves to the Baker Street flat, They get bombarded with Mysteries and Cases.

We recommended This Show Because:

From its rating you can really realize that this show is pretty Good, The only thing left is whether you are into mystery and detective kind of style shows or not. For elderly, The majority of them hate fancy motions and unrealistic movies. This one is perfect for them, although it is still a movie but it has a limit on the fancy effect department.

Personally, I love Imaginary movies, and Not a big fan of too realistic movies, but for this show it is awesome, even if you don’t just by putting your mind into it, you will not resist to watch the next Episode.

Our Rating: 4.8/5 Stars

Trailer:

Sherlock: Series 3 Launch Trailer – BBC One

6. Luther.

About The Show:

Genre: Crime, Drama, Police, Action Fiction.
Similar to The Killing.
Rating. IMDB 8.5/10 from more than 124,830 People.
Number of Episodes: 20.
Seasons: 5.
First episode date: 4 May 2010.

Story:

For a Brilliant detective, as Luther, It’s rare to find him so Emotionally impulsive. The Show in two words is Murders hunting Party. Very very Entertaining Show, Long story short, When Luther (MC) Knows the Identity of the Murder it becomes a battle of Pshycology.

We Recommend This Show Because:

The Hardest thing to do is to balance between your work life and your Personal Life. This show really highlighted this point for police and detectives. I really like it and I believe it’s a good recommendation.

Like Sherlock Holmes style, Using realistic Methods to take down Murders, and Criminals are elderly is favorite Shows, shows like this one perform well with the elderly demographic audience.

Our Rating: 4/5 Stars

Trailer:

LUTHER Series 5 | OFFICIAL TRAILER – BBC

7. Line of Duty.

About The Show:

Genre: Crime, Police, Drama, Action Fiction.
Similar to Unforgotten
Rating. IMDB 8.7/10 from more than 45,630 People.
Number of Episodes: 36
Seasons: 6
First episode date: June 26, 2012

Story:

After Refusing to Cooperate in Covering up an Unlawful Fatal Shooting by his teammate, Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott is moving out to Unit 12. Where he will investigate special cases within the central police force.

We Recommend This Show Because:

It exposes the police inside corruption, and fighting for true Justice. That feeling made me recommend this show, it’s really satisfying when we see true justice be implemented. For elderly, I believe that they will love this show, it’s a very entertaining police show.

Our Rating: 4.05/5 Stars

Trailer:

Line of Duty | Series 6 | Trailer – BBC

8. Longmire.

About The Show:

Genre: Crime, Drama, Police.
Similar to Yellowstone.
Rating. IMDB 8.3/10 from more than 30,380 People.
Number of Episodes: 36.
Seasons: 6.
First episode date: June 3, 2012.

Story:

It’s a story of Walt Longmire A Brave Man who experiences the death of his wife, and bears it deep inside his heart. Which made his Daughter “Cady” and Female deputy “Victoria” Help him pass his tragedy. Eventually Longmire gets appreciation for his job and strives for Reelection.

This Show is Based on: A Mystery Novel from the best selling author, Craig Johnson. Called “Walt Longmire series.”

We Recommended this Show Because:

It has a story and a journey of a man that faces a tragedy (the death of his wife) and rises up again from the situation facing all the obstacles in front of him. It’s really realistic and for me i think it’s one of the best shows for the previous generation.

Our Rating: 3.7/5 Stars

Trailer:

Longmire – Season 5 | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

9. All is Lost (2013).

About The Movie:

Genre: Action, Drama, Adventure.
Similar to Jungle 2017.
Rating. IMDB 6.9/10 from more than 77,560 People.
First episode date: October 25, 2013.

Story:

Robert Redford is the main character of this story. During his Solo Travel, on the Indian Ocean, somehow he finds his boat having a large hole in it letting a large amount of water enter his boat, which was made by a shipping container, looks like it was carrying shoes. This incident made all of his communication equipment disabled, which made him isolated from the world, facing a really strong storm in the middle of the vast ocean.

We Recommended This Show Because:

This one is Actually a Movie But I like including it in this list. Because: it’s a survival movie, Our parents and grandparents tend to love these types of movies. In fact, most of the people who love outdoor activities are elderly people. So It’s a Good Recommendation, Don’t Let The Rating Puts You Off, Until You Watch the Movie At Least the First 20 Minutes.

Our Rating: 3/5 Stars

Trailer:

All Is Lost – Trailer

10. Too Cute!

About The Show:

Genre: Animals.
Rating. IMDB 8.5/10 from more than 630 People.
Number of Episodes: 68.
Seasons: 5.
First episode date: April 30, 201.

Story:

This is Actually an animal Show, of variant sorts of beings, Cats Dogs. The Reason Behind Recommending this show is:

Watching cute animals like Cats and Dogs tends to bring a really nice feeling, for elderly it is almost like healing, and a good way to forget the problems of the world. Plus it’s an excellent choice to increase the person’s feeling towards an animal, and they may decide to bring a cat or a dog home, someday.

Our Rating: 3.8/5 Stars

Moments:

Top 3 Cutest Kitten Moments | Too Cute!

So Every Show in This List Has been Chosen from many shows this list doesn’t mean these are the only shows but they are the best that I can find stay tuned for more recommendations next week. Feel Free to Join the weekly free show reviews, where you will receive a Free Show Reviews and Recommendation to watch. Just Put Your Email and you will be on our list for the next week release.