Friends
It’s a crowd pleaser and some easy going background noise to tune in and out of. Everyone has some level of understanding of the concept - a group of mates moving into the same apartment block is somewhat topical. And if you find one of your new housemates doesn’t know it, then you’d best stick it on!
Game Of Thrones
You’ll find out your housemates' true natures very quickly depending on which house they find their favourite. Fellow northerners will immediately become bonded together for the ‘King in the North whose name is Stark’ and you’ll find yourselves the best of mates for the rest of the year and beyond. It’s a long series which sustained me and my housemates over two years, so it’s worth the commitment if you decide you and your housemates are in it for the long-haul.
Geordie Shore
A real bit of guilty pleasure reality tv and a fun way to familiarise yourself with our city. You’ll spend your evening shouting ‘Look, we went there last night!’ as the cast make their way through numerous clubs which you can now find right on your doorstep.
University Challenge
This may not necessarily be your typical ‘binge-watchable’ telly, but you’d be surprised at the grip the potential for showing off in front of your housemates by getting a question right can have on a person. Plus, if you’re in a mixed house full of different courses you’re likely to get at least 5 questions right together which is great for house camaraderie…
Some advice: this year, watch what’s of the moment, together. In my first year my housemates and I watched the most recent series of Sex Education, experienced the Squid Games phenomenon and obsessed over Bridgerton series 2 together. It’s something I’ll always remember doing, and you’ll love having those memories to look back on as well.
