Droughtlander suggestions: Watch Poldark as an Outlander fan

Poldark Season 5 -- Courtesy of PBS
Poldark Season 5 -- Courtesy of PBS
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Poldark, Season 4 — Courtesy of Mammoth Screen and MASTERPIECE
Poldark, Season 4 — Courtesy of Mammoth Screen and MASTERPIECE

It’s worthy of a binge-watch

There are some shows that you’ll only be able to watch an episode or two and need to take a break. It could be the topics, the violence, or just that you feel overwhelmed by them. When you’re looking for something during Droughtlander, there’s no doubt that you need something that’s binge-worthy. You want shows like Outlander!

Well, that’s what you get with Poldark.

The story is told over five seasons. Most seasons are just eight episodes long, although Season 2 is 10 episodes and Season 3 is nine episodes. Everything remains contained and focused, which is common for British period dramas.

And the short seasons work with the contained storylines. It’s a better chance to get to know particular characters and feel attached to them. Plus, you have something that is far more binge-able than something that has 22 episodes and 15 seasons!

You won’t regret starting the series. Well, unless you regret spending a whole week watching one show.

Once it’s over, you’ll probably want to start the book series.

What are you watching to get through Droughtlander? Which shows like Outlander do you highly recommend? Let us know in the comments below.

Watch Poldark on Amazon Prime Video with a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime.