WHAT TO WATCH ON TV THIS AUTUMN | PART ONE

Hello everyone! Now that we are officially into September that means one thing and one thing only, those autumnal nights are fast approaching us. For me personally there is nothing better than getting all cosy on an autumnal evening, to either read a good book or watch a gripping tv series. So for today's post i thought i would talk some tv with you and more specifically some of the shows i am currently loving, as well as some upcoming shows that i am itching to binge on myself...

1. bodyguard - bbc one | watch on bbc iPlayer here |

So i just had to kick things off with my new Sunday night tv obsession on BBC one at 9pm, which is a show called Bodyguard. Where do i even begin? This new drama had me hooked from the very beginning, showing that it isn't one of those that takes you time to get into it. The series is set around a police sergeant David Budd, a heroic war veteran now working as a bodyguard and his job is to protect the home secretary, whose politics stands for everything he hates. This show is very much the case of trust nobody, which has you sat on the edge of your seat.  

2. victoria - itv | watch on netflix here |

This time last year was about the time where i first binge watched Victoria series one, before series two aired and i just loved everything about it. I have mentioned before how i love anything about Queen Victoria, as she seemed like such an inspiration especially when it comes to being a young woman with power. Series three is set to return this autumn/winter time on ITV and i can't wait, i knew it would be making a come back as they have recently re-aired the show on ITV3 and of course i had to watch it again from the beginning.

3. vanity fair - itv | watch on itv here |
Sticking with the whole period drama series, next up is a new series to ITV which is called Vanity Fair. Vanity Fair is an adaption of a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray, if i am being honest i didn't know what to expect from this show but i really enjoyed the pilot episode. The series is based around the character Becky Sharp, who is an orphan and after school she determined to rise in society. So far there has only been two episodes so far with the next episode airing this Sunday at 9pm on ITV, the series will consist of seven episodes.

4. driven - passionflix | watch on passionflix here |

I have talked about Passionflix in several posts before and how if you are a romance novel fan, then Passionflix is definitely the movie service for you as they are making romance novels into movies. That being said the Driven book series by K.Bromberg has actually been made into a tv series, consisting of six episodes so far which was all of book one. Driven has been one of my favourite book series that i have read this year, so of course i was excited for the tv series and i was not disappointed in the slightest bit. I am also super excited as they are about to start filming on the movie for the Protector book by my favourite author Jodi Ellen Malpas, so i assume that will also be available this autumn/winter. 

5. s.w.a.t - sky | watch on sky catch up here |
This show is relatively new airing in the UK although the show first aired in the US last year, is perfect for those who love crime/drama shows. The show is a modern twist of the 1975 show, titled the same and is focused around the main character Sergeant Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson. Hondo is a LA local and former marine, who has been tapped to lead a new special weapons and tactics unit. Season one consists of 22 episodes and season two will air in the US later on this month.

6. grey's anatomy - sky witness | watch on sky catch up here |
Of course as soon as September rolls around you know that means one thing and one thing only, Grey's Anatomy will be back for a new season. If you have never indulged in the brilliant medical drama series, then you are 100% missing out but even though the show is about to start it's fifteenth season, it is never too late to take the ultimate binge leap and start from the very beginning. The series always keeps you on your toes with every story line, from the emergency's coming into the hospital to the doctor's day to day life drama/relationships and of course a little bit of comedy mixed in. Also this show is so full of emotion, in fact i don't think i have ever watched an episode without shedding at least one tear ha ha!

Catch up on my previous post: here

xo.

EIGHT FILMS TO WATCH THIS VALENTINES DAY NIGHT

Hello everyone and Happy Valentines! So i have never been one of those people to go all out and do something spectacular on Valentines day, i would rather stay in and watch a film of two where it is warm. Saying that last night i was out in the freezing cold at the football, so tonight i will definitely be staying warm. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would do something slightly Valentines related non the less and share with you eight must watch films this Valentines night, whether that be with your loved one, friends or by yourself...

1. fifty shades movie marathon (nowtv fifty shades darker linked)

I have spoken so many times now how much of a fifty shades fan i am and of course this last weekend i was at the cinema watching the last instalment, which was so so so so good just like the other two movies and the books! Valentine's day is the perfect time to have a fifty shades marathon, especially with your girlfriends! (About the film: FSOG - Literature student Anastasia Steele's life changes forever when she meets handsome, yet tormented, billionaire Christian Grey. FSD - While Christian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront the anger and envy of the women who came before her.)

2. afterburn aftershock (amazon video linked)

Sticking with the whole romance book turned movie, this time one from an amazing new service called PassionFlix (a little like a Netflix service) or you can watch on Amazon Video. This is a film from a book by one of my favourite authors Sylvia Day, called Afterburn Aftershock and it was everything as good if not more than the book so much so i watched it twice in one week. (About the film:Businesswoman Gia Rossi is determined to be successful in her new job, but when her ex lover Jax Rutledge waltzes back into her life, their passionate connection ignites not only in the boardroom, but the bedroom.)

3. hollywood dirt (amazon video linked)

Another film by the same PassionFlix service, also on Amazon Video and one i had never actually read the book before hand, but i love love loved the film! About the film: Based on the novel by Best Selling author Alessandra Torre, abandoned by his superstar wife, Cole Masten is Hollywood's Sexiest Bachelor. Arriving in small town, Georgia, to film a passion project, he meets Summer Jenkins. Sassy and strong willed, he casts her in his movie, resulting in an entertaining enemies-to-lovers scenario.)

4. the lucky one (amazon video linked)
If you are in the mood for a classic romantic love story, then The Lucky One is definitely one to watch and even more so if you are a fan of Nicholas Sparks books turned films in general. Definitely one needed to be watched with a tissue or two. (About the film: A Marine travels to Louisiana after serving three tours in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman he believes was his good luck charm during the war.)

5. the age of adaline (netflix linked)
This is a film i only watched for the first time recently and i felt like i went into watching it not expecting much, but i absolutely loved every minute of it and i might of cried a little bit ha. (About the film: A young woman, born at the turn of the 20th century, is rendered ageless after an accident. After many solitary years, she meets a man who complicates the eternal life she has settled into.)

6. the best of me (netflix linked)
Another film also taken from a novel by Nicholas Sparks and another tear filled love story, which has a bitter sweet ending. Definitely one to watch, if you loved The Notebook, then you will love this. (About the film: A pair of former high school sweethearts reunite after many years when they return to visit their small hometown.)

7. the wedding planner (amazon video linked)
Next up is a throwback to the early 00's and a film that i just have to watch whenever it is on the TV (which in the uk that is a lot) but it is a favourite of mine. This film is perfect in every single way and one of my favourite quotes of all time is in this film, just listen for the reference about brown m&m's. (About the film: Mary Fiore is San Francisco's most successful supplier of romance and glamour. She knows all the tricks. She knows all the rules. But then she breaks the most important rule of all: she falls in love with the groom.)

8. pretty woman (amazon video linked)
Finally we have another throwback film but this time from the 90's and one that will forever be the most iconic romantic comedy. Every time i watch Pretty Woman it's like the first time, yet you repeat the lines from the film as it goes ha ha! (About the film: A man in a legal but hurtful business needs an escort for some social events, and hires a beautiful prostitute he meets... only to fall in love.)

Catch up on a similar post HERE...

xo.