The days go by and are similar, it is no longer possible to go out at the time you want, to have a drink on the terrace … Over the past year, our daily lives have been completely transformed. And let's be honest, it wasn't easy for everyone to keep smiling in all circumstances. So what could be better than watching a series on Netflix that lifts our spirits and allows us to escape from this unprecedented period? If you are not at your best, this article is for you. Here are the series that could do you good if you need to escape a little. There is something for everyone!
Avatar, the Last Airbender: The Magnificent Cartoon
It is simply the cartoon that marked an entire generation. This series continues to appeal to young and old alike. And it's not hard to see why. The story? Aang, a twelve-year-old boy, has been trapped in an iceberg for nearly a century. He is freed by two members of the South Pole Water Tribe, Katara and his brother Sokka. But now, they quickly discover that this young boy is an exceptional being: it is the Avatar. This means that it is able to control the four elements: fire, water, earth and air. The Avatar reincarnates each time his predecessor dies. Some people of each people can control the element of their tribe, but they are far from being the majority since it is a gift. This is the case of Katara, who is master of water. Aang will realize that a lot has changed during his long absence. The balance between the four civilizations, the water tribes, the earth kingdom, the fire nation and the air nomads is no longer stable. The nation of fire has taken power, and is a hindrance to peace in this world. It sows terror and asserts its power over other peoples. Only Aang can remedy this, and restore the balance between nations. He decides to travel to the four civilizations because, being a native of the kingdom of the air, he must learn to master the other three elements. He leaves with Katara and Sokka, who become his companions. Then begins a long journey, which will change the three protagonists forever. This cartoon is unlike any other. An animated film inspired by the series should also be shot this year. We can see the characters evolved over the episodes. Some will experience significant changes in their personalities. Each has a real psychological depth. Many crucial themes are addressed, such as good and evil, redemption, honor or revenge. They are the ones who make the series also appeal to adults. The universe is based on Asian mythology and philosophy. Each people would correspond to a particular country: the Inuit for the water tribes, China for the kingdom of the earth, Japan for the nation of fire and Tibet the nomads of the air. The story is complex and smoothly conducted, the characters are endearing. This delicious series will undoubtedly entertain you and make you smile. 
Gossip Girl: the addictive drama series
Inspired by Cecily von Ziegesar's literary series, this mythical series from the 2000s had a considerable impact on the lives of millennials who watched it. Welcome to the rich world of Serena Van Der Woodsen, Blair Wardolf, Nate Archibald and Chuck Bass, teenagers living on the Upper East Side, where dramas and parties are in order. It all begins with the return to Constance Billard to girls' high school of former hit girl Serena Van Der Woodsen, who returns from boarding school after mysteriously disappearing for a year. His comeback surprised many. And it is the famous blog Gossip Girl that hastens to announce the news. Very followed and read by all, this gossip site reports all the latest crunchy information and rumors to know about this privileged community that no one should miss. No one knows who is behind the site. Upon returning home, Serena decides not to resume her bad habits, and to change her relationships. She will meet Dan Humphrey, living in Brooklyn and coming from a much more modest background than hers. A writer in his spare time, he attended St Jude's Boys' High School, the equivalent of Constance Billard. Living with his father Rufus Humphrey, he has a younger sister, Jenny. Vanessa Abrams, his best friend, will appear in the series and will be one of the main protagonists. Gossip Girl manages to dazzle us with sumptuous sets, a rhythm at two thousand per hour and a soundtrack of thunder. Many stars also make an appearance in the series: Lady Gaga, Florence and The Machine, Gwen Stefani … Many current themes are addressed: bulimia, superficiality, or the quest for identity. We follow the golden youth of Manhattan in all its shortcomings. The twists and turns are incessant, and the stories of love and friendship constant. The characters are captivating. We are quickly taken by the shenanigans of Blair, ruthless queen of the school, the humor of Dan, nicknamed "the lonely boy" or the ingenuity of Jenny, a young girl full of resources. The plot keeps us in suspense until the end. The big question remains: but who is this Gossip Girl? This series is ideal for a fun and cocooning evening! Be careful, its content is highly addictive. 
Glee: the touching musical series
Finally, here is the sensational musical series. Glee is the story of William McKinley's high school choir in Lima. It will take a whole new turn under the impetus of Will Schuster, a Spanish teacher who decides to take over his direction, after his predecessor left him in a pitiful state. Will will do everything to restore the image of the choir by forming a new group of singers. This one will not lack originality: the most opposed teenagers, all coming from different backgrounds (cheerleaders, disabled, homosexuals, footballers …) find themselves having to work together to bring the Glee Club back to the level it has known before. And this will not be an easy task: love stories and quarrels will constantly punctuate the life of this small group. The only and majority problem is that all the people who will take part in this choir are automatically "losers" in the high school. They receive soda in the face every day. Yet the members of the Glee Club accept humiliation to do what they love so much: sing. Will's main rival is the ruthless Sue Sylvester, coach of the cheerleaders who will do everything to destroy the choir. Will will put all his energy to counter Sue, but also so that the arts can live in the school in the same way as sports. For this, it is imperative to win the competitions and thus prove to Principal Figgins, director of the establishment, that the choir also deserves to have a well-defined budget. Glee is a sparkling, funny, moving and lively comedy. She cleverly inserts current topics, such as school shootings, domestic violence or school bullying. She also tackles sensitive topics such as pregnancy, sexual orientation, cosmetic surgery, but always does so with humor. All the characters are caricatures, and each presents a problem of their own. The musical covers are breathtaking, and sometimes even exceed the original song. This series is a true ode to diversity. The social pyramid present in high school is completely destroyed with this choir where only one rule prevails: that of being oneself. The number of awards she has received testifies to this, this series is unique, and will certainly please you. Once started, difficult to stop as we are taken by the life and intrigues of this little choir. To watch in all circumstances! 
We can thank Netflix for giving us the opportunity to watch these old cult series, by making them available in its catalog. One of them will necessarily do you good, and brighten up your day or evening. To your screens!
