Movies and Shows I Loved Watching in 2021

Animated Masterpieces to Surreal Adventures

In the first half of the year, I had trouble diving into new movies or TV. My level of stress was such that I was still focusing on rewatching beloved shows that brought me a sense of comfort and ease (including The Good Place, Downton Abbey, Fringe, and other beloved shows).

However, about mid-year I was able to crawl out of my funk and dive into some new stories — and I’m so glad I did. The second half of the year presented me with some amazing storytelling, from animated works of art to surreal knightly adventures to stunning scifi and horror experiences.

You can also check out my favorite reads of the year.

Arcane

To put it simply, Arcane is a masterpiece — and by far my favorite television experience of the year. Set in the twin cities of the opulent Piltover and the underground slums of Zaun, this series tells the story of two orphaned sisters, Vi and Powder, who are separated after a tragic event and pushed to opposite sides of a conflict.