Roku UK: 5 TV series to help you beat your Game of Thrones end-of-season blues

It’s been an emotional week for Game of Thrones fans, with the fifth series coming to an end on Monday. But don’t panic streamers, we’ve got some great suggestions that are well worth catching-up on – or even seeing again!

If you’re looking to fill the gap that Game of Thrones has left in your TV time take a look at these options:

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
If you’re missing the fantasy offerings of Game of Thrones, this series is definitely worth checking out. With magic long since lost to England, two men are destined to bring it back; the reclusive Mr Norrell and daring novice Jonathan Strange. So begins a dangerous battle between two great minds, which any Game of Thrones fan will enjoy. Catch up with series so far on BBC iPlayer.

Orange is the New Black
If you haven’t already seen the latest Netflix comedy-drama everyone is talking about, Orange is the New Black is certainly worth checking out. The series follows the story of Piper Chapman, a woman in her thirties, who is sentenced to fifteen months in prison after being convicted of a decade-old crime of transporting money for her drug-dealing girlfriend. Now in its third series, you can catch up with Orange is the New Black on Netflix.

Humans
This new drama takes place in a parallel present, where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a ‘Synth’ – a highly-developed robotic servant that’s so similar to a real human it’s transforming the way we live. Adopted from an original Swedish TV series, the latest episode of Humans can be streamed
on All 4.

Sense8
This new drama is a great watch for those who like their thrillers served up with a sci-fi twist. It follows the fate of a group of people around the world who find they are linked mentally. The team must find a way to survive being hunted by those who see them as a threat to the world’s order. Catch the first series now
on Netflix.

The Sopranos
Now if you’re really wanting something to fill your streaming time, and are looking for a box set you can get stuck into, The Sopranos could be just the thing. This iconic drama revolves around the fictional character and family of New Jersey-based Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and portrays the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the conflicting requirements of his home life and criminal organization. All six series are available to stream on Google Play, making it a great choice for the binge-watchers out there!