In recent years, the topic of psychology has attracted increased interest among the Russian audience. Serials about psychotherapists and their work are filmed in a wide variety of genres: from comedy to thriller. Plunging into the atmosphere of psychoanalysis, you can discover new facets of your own soul, think about yourself, about other people and about what kind of mystery a person is.
1. "Lie to me"
For those interested in the psychology and behavior of people, this masterpiece is a must-see. Is it possible to recognize a lie by facial expressions and human behavior? This psychological series dates a definite answer. The main character, Dr. Lightmon, in a few minutes can recognize any lie by one gesture or body movement, facial expressions, which allows him to unravel the most difficult cases. But is such a skill a punishment or a gift of fate? In the series, several storylines are revealed and a whole team of professionals appears, solving very difficult tasks by tracking the gestures and emotions of people.
2. "Patients"
The psychological series tells the story of the therapist Paul Winston, who has the ability to listen and empathize with his patients. He puts all his efforts into his work, and patients consider him to be a superhuman. However, he is not only a psychotherapist, but also a person who also needs help. After all, everyone has problems. The series captures from the first minutes, because it shows the life stories of ordinary people. In each episode, you can suddenly see yourself.
3. "How to Succeed in America"
The American startup series follows the lives of two ordinary young men, Ben and Cam, who dream of launching their own clothing line. Partners go to their goal, meeting on the way and failures, and small victories and failures, sometimes giving up, but then continuing to move in the same direction. This series shows exactly the reality, how any large metropolis can swallow everyone who surrenders. All the action takes place under the beautiful landscapes of New York and excellent soundtracks. The series can be taken as a tutorial: "How to achieve your dreams in America."
4. "Necessary Cruelty"
Strong methods in psychology are also needed. The series tells about a woman psychotherapist who, like all ordinary people, herself has many problems: with her mother, with her husband, children. Like many, in order to escape from everyday and family troubles, she completely immerses herself in work, which she does very well. Using her harsh methods, she becomes a popular psychotherapist. The show shows drama but is spiced with a touch of irony.
5. "The client is always dead"
After the death of their father, the two brothers have to become partners in the family business - the Fisher & Sons funeral agency. On the one hand, the series shows an ordinary family drama, on the other hand, there is a constant reflection on death and the eternal. As expected, black humor is added here, which is understandable, however, not to everyone. But it makes the show more interesting.
6. "Dexter"
Can the killing of notorious criminals be justified? Is this murder or retribution? Could a serial killer be a goodie? These difficult questions are posed to the viewer by a psychological series. The main character is charming, affable and friendly Dexter Morgan - the best forensic scientist. And his second hypostasis is a scrupulous serial killer who is alien to love, sex and any kind feelings.
7. "True Detective"
This atmospheric detective with its first season literally shocked the audience. The great play of the main characters gives the psychological detective series a special drama and atmosphere. The second season, however, disappointed fans a bit, but is worth watching. The series touches upon such topics as the human soul, the philosophy of life, all this makes you think about yourself, about what is happening in the world, about a rotten system, about good and evil.
8. "Black mirror"
Each episode of the psychological series is separate episodes connected with only one theme - the coming age of technology. This is a dystopia about the near future, in which people are slaves to technology. Social networks and television have replaced many things for people. It's easy to replace life with virtual reality. The importance of a person is determined by approval and popularity on the network, likes. The Black Mirror opens your eyes to such simple truths.
9. Bates Motel
This psychological series began as a prequel to the famous "Psycho" by Alfred Hitchcock. However, it subsequently received its continuation and a finale different from the full-length picture. The series tells about the mother Norma Bates and her son Norman. In the episodes, the picture of Norman's formation as a maniac is gradually revealed, and the reasons that influenced his mental state are shown. The sharpness of the plot, the acting of the actors made the series truly exciting.
10. "Hannibal"
The series reveals the relationship between FBI agent Will Graham and psychotherapist Hannibal Lector. Graham is an empath with a sense of the plot of any criminal. Hannibal is a psychopath who commits crimes masterly. Each meeting of Graham and Hannibal is a game of cat and mouse. The indescribable atmosphere of the psychological series plunges into their difficult world.
