Got Peacock for the Olympics? Here Are 10 Great Shows You Can Binge, Too

Dave Nemetz, Matt Webb Mitovich, Andy Swift, Keisha Hatchett, Ryan Schwartz and Rebecca Iannucci

4 August 2024 at 1:00 pm·5-min read

Yes, Peacock is the official streaming home for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris — but they have a few great original series you can check out, too.

If you just signed up for Peacock to watch the Olympics, welcome! While you’re here, you should know that the streamer from NBCUniversal has been cranking out quality content for years now, including Emmy-nominated comedies, critically adored imports and fantastically addictive reality TV. So if you’ve got some time on your hands in between gymnastics and swimming, why not give some of Peacock’s originals a shot?

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We’ve sprinted right out of the blocks and collected 10 of our favorite Peacock shows for your viewing pleasure. (Note: This list is just for Peacock’s original shows, so it won’t include NBC series like Chicago Fire that stream next-day or exclusive acquisitions like Yellowstone. But they’re all here, too!) So read on and see what other treasures Peacock has to offer beyond gold, silver and bronze. And if you’re already a loyal Peacock subscriber, head down to the comments and let us know which original shows make it on your personal podium.

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Dr. Death

Despite casts anchored by TV royalty (Joshua Jackson, Mandy Moore), both seasons of this true-crime drama have flown under the radar — a real shame, since it’s packed with strong performances and compelling dramatizations of real-life medical malpractice. If you’re into a) juicy medical dramas, b) podcasts about bad people getting caught doing bad things, and/or c) the occasional spirited monologue, this is a show for you. Plus, it’s an anthology, so you can jump in with either season; we’d recommend starting with the slightly stronger Season 2, starring Moore and Édgar Ramírez. — Rebecca Iannucci

Love Island USA

For years, the American version of this hotties-in-paradise dating show has badly lagged behind the superior UK original — but no more! The latest season, with Vanderpump Rules’ Ariana Madix taking over as host, amped up the drama to ridiculously enjoyable levels, and it fully embraced everything that makes the UK version great, from ruthless twists and provocative cast shake-ups to the hilariously snarky commentary from narrator Iain Sterling. Forget the Olympics, actually: This is the summer competition we’re most invested in. — Dave Nemetz

Mrs. Davis

In this absurdist adventure from Tara Hernandez (The Big Bang Theory) and Damon Lindelof (Lost, Watchmen), an all-knowing AI sends the wry nun Simone (played by GLOW’s Betty Gilpin) on an epic journey to find the Holy Grail. It’s Looney Tunes meets The Odyssey, and Gilpin turns in a divine performance as our heroine grapples with her faith while trying to stop the titular algorithm. If you’re looking for something weird, fun and thought-provoking, this limited series should be at the top of your watch list. — Keisha Hatchett

Poker Face

Craving a throwback to old-school detective shows like Columbo and Murder, She Wrote? Co-creators Natasha Lyonne and Rian Johnson team up to bring us this old-fashioned mystery, with a new case to solve each week and a cavalcade of big-name guest stars. Lyonne stars as unlikely private eye Charlie Cale, who has an uncanny ability to tell if someone is lying, and she’s delightful here — delightful enough, in fact, that she earned an Emmy nomination for best lead actress in a comedy series. — D.N.

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip

It took Bravo more than a decade to finally give Real Housewives the all-star treatment, but this spinoff series — which sends ‘wives from various franchises to exotic locales (and also Dorinda Medley’s Bluestone Manor) — was well worth the wait. The only things stronger than the drinks are the personalities, brilliantly handpicked to ensure maximum drama. It’s everything you love (and love to hate) about The Real Housewives, resulting in the perfect escape from which you may never want to leave. — Andy Swift

Saved by the Bell

Creator Tracey Wigfield’s improbably smart and righteously meta sequel series deserved more than just two seasons. Nevertheless, it’s totally worth a watch. Come for the OG Bayside gang, stay for the equally terrific young ensemble, which includes breakout star Josie Totah (most recently of Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers) as mean girl Lexi. — Ryan Schwartz

Ted

If you’re a fan of the original Ted movies, you’ll get a kick out of this equally tawdry prequel — a quick, seven-episode binge that chronicles teenage John Bennett’s high school years. Pot-smoking teddy bear aside, the real standouts here are Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach as John’s politically incorrect parents, Matty and Susan. (And good news: It’s already been renewed for Season 2!) — R.S.

The Traitors

The buzziest new reality show in years, this fiendishly riveting competition puts a group of celebrities in a remote Scottish castle, with a few of them tabbed as “traitors,” tasked with eliminating a fellow competitor each night in secret. The fabulously dressed Alan Cumming makes a perfectly macabre host, the cast is packed with superstars from other reality TV shows and the intricate gameplay delivers plenty of jaw-dropping twists. (And if you’re really hooked, Peacock also has Traitors seasons from the UK, Australia and New Zealand.) — D.N.

Twisted Metal

Don’t let the fact that it’s based on a video game franchise scare you off. The Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz-led series offers an easy entry point for noobs, laying out a simple “Chase the thing!” narrative populated by colorful characters who are generous with the quips. Think Mad Max meets TV’s Blood Drive. — Matt Webb Mitovich

We Are Lady Parts

This charming UK import follows the rise of a London punk rock band made up entirely of young Muslim women, with Anjana Vasan leading the way in an Emmy-worthy turn as reluctant lead guitarist Amina. But the entire ensemble is terrific, from Juliette Motamed as fiercely funny drummer Ayesha to Zaqi Ismail as Amina’s bumbling love interest Ahsan. Plus, the band’s hilarious original songs (sample title: “Voldemort Under My Headscarf”) are so catchy, you’ll be happily head-banging along in no time. — D.N.