Movies about Two in a bathtub
This touching bathtub scene between Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling is one of several tender moments that take place in ‘The Notebook,’ directed by Nick Cassavetes.
‘Last Tango In Paris’ (1972) —
Bernardo Bertolucci’s controversial erotic drama still divides critics 50-odd years after it was made. Maria Schneider’s dip in the bathtub was one of many scenes that had the censors running for the robe.
‘The Big Lebowski’ (1998) —
Jeffrey «The Dude» Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) seeks solace in a hot bath, but his peace is shattered when a marmot is dropped into the tub.
Cleopatra (Elizabeth Taylor) playing childlike with a little golden boat while bathing in a scented hot tube is one of several memorable scenes that raised temperatures in this epic, but hugely expensive-to-make, historical drama.
‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’ (1993) —
Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio both received critical acclaim for their work in this coming-of-age drama. Despite DiCaprio’s character Arnie suffering from aquaphobia, he’s seen bathing in a dilapidated bathtub while Gilbert (Depp) looks on, sitting on the toilet.
‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ (1984) —
In one oof cinema’s scariest bathtub scenes, Nancy (Heather Langenkamp) is slumbering during a long, hot soak, when the terrifying gloved hand we all know and fear rises out the bubbles in an attempt to grab her.
‘Some Like It Hot’ (1959) —
One of the greatest films ever made, ‘Some Like It Hot’ features this tender bathtub scene with Josephine—really Joe (Tony Curtis)—and Sugar Kane Kowalczyk (Marilyn Monroe).
‘Wild Wild West’ (1998) —
Captain James T. West (Will Smith) enjoys a little hot tub rest and relaxation with a friend between running down the bad guys in this wacky steampunk Western.
‘The Cincinnati Kid’ (1965) —
Eric Stoner, the «Cincinnati Kid,» played by Steve McQueen, relaxes in the tub while wooing Tuesday Weld between rounds of poker in this well-received drama.
‘Little Big Man’ (1970) —
Dustin Hoffman gets sponged down by Faye Dunaway in this lighthearted scene from ‘Little Big Man,’ a revisionist Western centered around Custer’s last stand at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.
‘The Seven Year Itch’ (1955) —
While the iconic scene in which Marilyn Monroe’s white dress is blown upwards by a passing metro train is the one everyone remembers in ‘The Seven Year Itch,’ there’s also this risqué moment when «The Girl» soaps herself down in the bathtub.
‘Pillow Talk’ (1959) —
Doris Day takes a call from an unseen Rock Hudson as she soaks in the tub in this enjoyable scene from ‘Pillow Talk.’
Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore), a drunken New York City millionaire, regularly takes to his bubble bath wearing a top hat and a cocktail at hand in this hit comedy.
‘La Parisienne’ (1957) —
Brigitte Bardot strikes a provocative bathtub pose in a scene from the French film ‘La Parisienne.’
‘What Lies Beneath’ (2000) —
The chilling bathtub sequence in ‘What Lies Beneath’ sees Michelle Pfeiffer’s character Claire survive an attempted drowning. But who’s responsible for staging her supposed suicide?
‘The Missouri Breaks’ (1976) —
Tom Logan (Jack Nicholson) makes several threats to kill Robert Clayton (Marlon Brando) in this Western, including while Brando’s character is taking a bath.
‘The Good Mother’ (1988) —
Leonard Nimoy—Spock of ‘Star Trek’ fame—directed this drama, which stars Diane Keaton and Liam Neeson, seen here with Asia Vieira in the movie’s bathtub reading scene.
Charlie Chaplin dozes off in the bathtub in a hilarious scene from the silent short film ‘Pay Day.’ He also wrote and directed the picture.
‘Paris When It Sizzles’ (1964) —
Audrey Hepburn cools down in the bathtub in this scene from the romantic comedy ‘Paris When It Sizzles.’
‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967) —
James Bond (Sean Connery) gets a helping hand or two, or three, as he’s sponged down slowly in 1967’s ‘You Only Live Twice.’
‘The Ballad of Cable Hogue’ (1970) —
Jason Robards tops up Stella Stevens’ hot tub while she sings the ballad of Cable Hogue in this surprisingly gentle Western from Sam Peckinpah, a director infamous for his violent slo-mo gunfight scenes.
‘Splendor in the Grass’ (1961) —
In the most emotionally raw sequences in ‘Splendor in the Grass,’ Natalie Wood’s character «Deanie» is lolling in the tub when an argument ensues between her and her mother. The verbal exchange soon verges on the hysterical, with Deanie screaming and shrieking and practically in tears.
‘The Pigeon That Took Rome’ (1962) —
A comedy set in Italy during the Second World War, ‘The Pigeon That Took Rome’ includes this unusual scene where Charlton Heston’s character bathes in a bucket.
‘Pretty Woman’ (1990) —
A celebrated ‘Pretty Woman’ set piece, Julia Roberts’ rendition in the bath of a Prince song during which she slides down and submerges her head under the bubbles is often cited as Hollywood’s favorite bathtub moment.
Mahbub Ali (Errol Flynn) gives Kim (Dean Stockwell) a bubble bath in a scene from the 1950 adventure film ‘Kim.’ The movie was partly shot on location in India.
‘One Touch of Venus’ (1948) —
Ava Gardner soaps up big time in a scene from the 1948 film comedy ‘One Touch of Venus.’
‘Fool’s Luck’ (1926) —
In this scene from ‘Fool’s Luck,’ a silent comedy film directed by Roscoe «Fatty» Arbuckle, English actor Lupino Lane plays solitaire in the bath. His cousin was the actress, writer, and director Ida Lupino, one of the most prominent female filmmakers working in 1950’s Hollywood.
‘Cafe Society’ (1939) —
Madeleine Carroll as Christopher West and Fred MacMurray as Crick O’Bannon engage in some bathtub antics in the romantic comedy ‘Cafe Society.’ Historically a popular name for boys, Christopher debuted as a girl’s name in 1938 after Orson Welles named one of his daughters as such.
‘Die Austernprinzessin’ (1919) —
Translated into English as ‘The Oyster Princess,’ this early German silent comedy features Ossi Oswalda, seen here in a bathtub surrounded by handmaidens. The actress was dubbed the «German Mary Pickford» due to her popularity at the time.
Sources: (Variety) (The Washington Post) (Britannica)
‘American Beauty’ (1999) —
In one of the most seductive bathtub scenes ever filmed, Mena Suvari tempts Kevin Spacey as she bathes in crimson rose petals, a memorable scene from ‘American Beauty.’
‘The Notebook’ (2004) —
This touching bathtub scene between Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling is one of several tender moments that take place in ‘The Notebook,’ directed by Nick Cassavetes.
‘Last Tango In Paris’ (1972) —
Bernardo Bertolucci’s controversial erotic drama still divides critics 50-odd years after it was made. Maria Schneider’s dip in the bathtub was one of many scenes that had the censors running for the robe.
‘The Big Lebowski’ (1998) —
Jeffrey «The Dude» Lebowski (Jeff Bridges) seeks solace in a hot bath, but his peace is shattered when a marmot is dropped into the tub.
Cleopatra (Elizabeth Taylor) playing childlike with a little golden boat while bathing in a scented hot tube is one of several memorable scenes that raised temperatures in this epic, but hugely expensive-to-make, historical drama.
‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’ (1993) —
Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio both received critical acclaim for their work in this coming-of-age drama. Despite DiCaprio’s character Arnie suffering from aquaphobia, he’s seen bathing in a dilapidated bathtub while Gilbert (Depp) looks on, sitting on the toilet.
‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ (1984) —
In one oof cinema’s scariest bathtub scenes, Nancy (Heather Langenkamp) is slumbering during a long, hot soak, when the terrifying gloved hand we all know and fear rises out the bubbles in an attempt to grab her.
‘Some Like It Hot’ (1959) —
One of the greatest films ever made, ‘Some Like It Hot’ features this tender bathtub scene with Josephine—really Joe (Tony Curtis)—and Sugar Kane Kowalczyk (Marilyn Monroe).
‘Wild Wild West’ (1998) —
Captain James T. West (Will Smith) enjoys a little hot tub rest and relaxation with a friend between running down the bad guys in this wacky steampunk Western.
‘The Cincinnati Kid’ (1965) —
Eric Stoner, the «Cincinnati Kid,» played by Steve McQueen, relaxes in the tub while wooing Tuesday Weld between rounds of poker in this well-received drama.
‘Little Big Man’ (1970) —
Dustin Hoffman gets sponged down by Faye Dunaway in this lighthearted scene from ‘Little Big Man,’ a revisionist Western centered around Custer’s last stand at the Battle of the Little Big Horn.
‘The Seven Year Itch’ (1955) —
While the iconic scene in which Marilyn Monroe’s white dress is blown upwards by a passing metro train is the one everyone remembers in ‘The Seven Year Itch,’ there’s also this risqué moment when «The Girl» soaps herself down in the bathtub.
‘Pillow Talk’ (1959) —
Doris Day takes a call from an unseen Rock Hudson as she soaks in the tub in this enjoyable scene from ‘Pillow Talk.’
Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore), a drunken New York City millionaire, regularly takes to his bubble bath wearing a top hat and a cocktail at hand in this hit comedy.
‘La Parisienne’ (1957) —
Brigitte Bardot strikes a provocative bathtub pose in a scene from the French film ‘La Parisienne.’
‘What Lies Beneath’ (2000) —
The chilling bathtub sequence in ‘What Lies Beneath’ sees Michelle Pfeiffer’s character Claire survive an attempted drowning. But who’s responsible for staging her supposed suicide?
‘The Missouri Breaks’ (1976) —
Tom Logan (Jack Nicholson) makes several threats to kill Robert Clayton (Marlon Brando) in this Western, including while Brando’s character is taking a bath.
‘The Good Mother’ (1988) —
Leonard Nimoy—Spock of ‘Star Trek’ fame—directed this drama, which stars Diane Keaton and Liam Neeson, seen here with Asia Vieira in the movie’s bathtub reading scene.
Charlie Chaplin dozes off in the bathtub in a hilarious scene from the silent short film ‘Pay Day.’ He also wrote and directed the picture.
‘Paris When It Sizzles’ (1964) —
Audrey Hepburn cools down in the bathtub in this scene from the romantic comedy ‘Paris When It Sizzles.’
‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967) —
James Bond (Sean Connery) gets a helping hand or two, or three, as he’s sponged down slowly in 1967’s ‘You Only Live Twice.’
‘The Ballad of Cable Hogue’ (1970) —
Jason Robards tops up Stella Stevens’ hot tub while she sings the ballad of Cable Hogue in this surprisingly gentle Western from Sam Peckinpah, a director infamous for his violent slo-mo gunfight scenes.
‘Splendor in the Grass’ (1961) —
In the most emotionally raw sequences in ‘Splendor in the Grass,’ Natalie Wood’s character «Deanie» is lolling in the tub when an argument ensues between her and her mother. The verbal exchange soon verges on the hysterical, with Deanie screaming and shrieking and practically in tears.
‘The Pigeon That Took Rome’ (1962) —
A comedy set in Italy during the Second World War, ‘The Pigeon That Took Rome’ includes this unusual scene where Charlton Heston’s character bathes in a bucket.
‘Pretty Woman’ (1990) —
A celebrated ‘Pretty Woman’ set piece, Julia Roberts’ rendition in the bath of a Prince song during which she slides down and submerges her head under the bubbles is often cited as Hollywood’s favorite bathtub moment.
Mahbub Ali (Errol Flynn) gives Kim (Dean Stockwell) a bubble bath in a scene from the 1950 adventure film ‘Kim.’ The movie was partly shot on location in India.
‘One Touch of Venus’ (1948) —
Ava Gardner soaps up big time in a scene from the 1948 film comedy ‘One Touch of Venus.’
‘Fool’s Luck’ (1926) —
In this scene from ‘Fool’s Luck,’ a silent comedy film directed by Roscoe «Fatty» Arbuckle, English actor Lupino Lane plays solitaire in the bath. His cousin was the actress, writer, and director Ida Lupino, one of the most prominent female filmmakers working in 1950’s Hollywood.
‘Cafe Society’ (1939) —
Madeleine Carroll as Christopher West and Fred MacMurray as Crick O’Bannon engage in some bathtub antics in the romantic comedy ‘Cafe Society.’ Historically a popular name for boys, Christopher debuted as a girl’s name in 1938 after Orson Welles named one of his daughters as such.
‘Die Austernprinzessin’ (1919) —
Translated into English as ‘The Oyster Princess,’ this early German silent comedy features Ossi Oswalda, seen here in a bathtub surrounded by handmaidens. The actress was dubbed the «German Mary Pickford» due to her popularity at the time.
Sources: (Variety) (The Washington Post) (Britannica)
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Cinema’s memorable bathtub moments
The wetter, the better!
T he humble bathtub has proved a useful prop in numerous movies. In fact, some of the most endearing sequences in Hollywood history involve a hot tub or bubble bath, scenes where actors literally take the plunge and deliberately end up in hot water. But who’s made the biggest splash in cinema?
Click through and soak up this gallery of memorable bathtub moments.
The Bath Scenes From Movies That You’ll Want to Replicate in Your Home
When it comes to favorite winter self-care activities, taking a warm bath and cozying up to watch a movie are neck-and-neck for the gold medal. So, hm, why not combine the two? Turns out, the women in some iconic films are actually pretty good inspo for your next self-care night in. From bubble baths to petal-powered soaks, they know what’s up when it comes to super-charging their soaks.
So, why not follow their lead? (They’re the vedoucí ladies after all.) Here, I collected five tubs from film history that you’re gonna want to hop in stat. Cancel your plans, self-care is on tap.
Keep scrolling to check out the flicks and recreate them at home.
Notebook
Real talk: Who among us hasn’t attempted to nurse heartbreak with a bubble bath? After Allie sees a picture of her lost love Noah in the newspaper during a wedding dress fitting, she faints, and takes to the bath in attempt to make herself feel better. Post-breakup self-care is majorly important, and the fact that Allie still has her veil on while she bathes just might make this the most glamorous moment in self-care history.
7letý Itch
In The Seven Year Itch, Marilyn Monroe treats her icy bath time as a way to cool off from the sweltering New York City summer heat. Ice baths also happen to speed up muscle recovery time (which is why they tend to be a post-game go-to for athletes), so Monroe may have actually been onto something.
cleopatra
Nikdo does self care quite like the Queen of the Nile. Elizabeth Burton’s bath game as Cleopatra was next-level, complete with floating lotus flowers and gold toy boats. She also manages to clean up without smudging her cat-eye, which is pretty damn impressive. If you’re looking for some royal treatment, check out one of these thermal baths that are undeniably fit for a queen, and of course, you must add petals to your tub.
Pretty Woman
Julia Roberts did what any of the rest of us would do when left to our own devices in a five-star luxury hotel: She took a bath, complete with a zillion bubbles and a Prince soundtrack. Bubble baths are obviously the number one way to chill out, and might even help you sleep better if you soak yourself in some suds before bed.
Blond Crazy
Adding a little scrub to your «rub-a-dub-dub,» the way Joan Blondell does in Blonde Crazy, is the perfect way to give your winter skin a head to toe exfoliation. Sloughing with a sisal brush a la Blondell is actually one of the best ways to get rid of dead skin — plus, it will make bath time feel like a full-on spa experience.
Now that you’re good and ready to hop in the tub (. after you lay on the couch for 12 hours under a chunky knit blanket and re-watch. every movie on this list), here are 5 luxurious winter baths to warm you right up.
Top Netflix Shows and Films to Watch While You Chill in the Bath
Stuck on what to watch while you take your relaxing soak in the bath? Have a look at what is hot right on Netflix right now, and what we recommend for those binge-y moods.
– Top 5 Trending Films On Netflix
“What film should I watch tonight?” – a question we film fanatics find ourselves asking far too often, but we’re here to help. Here is what 5 films are on top of the leaderboard when it comes to what’s trending.
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Coming in at number 5 is Under Her Control. Directed by Fran Torres, this thriller follows Sofia, played by Cumelen Sanz, an ambitious fashion employee who finds herself pregnant without really wanting to be. In the film, her boss Beatriz, played by Aitana Sanches-Gijon, offers her a deal, to keep her career Sofia must allow Beatriz to adopt her child.
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At number 4 we find Loving Adults, a Danish mystery thriller that is sure to have you in twists and turns as it follows the married couple Christian and Leonara. Directed by Barbara Rothenberg, the film shows Christian being unfaithful to his wife and their marriage, and the consequences of his actions result in horrifying chaos for the pair.
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Mě čas finds itself at number 3. To lighten the mood after those thrillers, try this American Comedy, directed by John Hamburg. The film follows Sonny, played by Kevin Hart, as his wife and kids go on holiday, leaving him with some rare free time. Sonny invites his old friend Huck, played by Mark Wahlberg, to spend the weekend with him, where things get a bit wild.
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Runner-up is Láska ve vile. If rom-coms are what sail your boat, check out Love In The Villa, directed by Mark Steven Johnson. After a rough breakup, Julie, played by Kat Graham, decides to take a spontaneous trip to Verona, Italy, and book a beautiful villa. Upon arrival, she finds her villa has been double booked, and she must now share it with a stranger. We wonder what might develop from this?
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Taking the hot spot at number 1 is Přišel jsem. This new horror/thriller, directed by Babak Anvari, follows young graffiti artists Toby, played by George MacKay, and Jay, played by Percelle Ascott, who break into the homes of the privileged and mark their visit with their tags. While doing this, they stumble across a dark secret that puts toby and the ones she loves in danger.
– Top 5 Trending TV Series on Netflix
If you’re looking for a TV series over a film to watch while you soak, we’ve got you covered. Here is what TV series are trending in the UK right now.
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The spot for number 5 belongs to Sandman. First published in 1989 by DC Comics, The Sandman is said to be one of the smartest, most challenging, and most imaginative comics ever made, so it was only right it was transformed into an equally compelling TV series. The story follows Morpheus who has been held captive by humans for nearly 100 years and is now trying to rebuild his kingdom.
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Nestydatý takes the number 4 spot. This classic American comedy has been around since 2011 and keeps coming back for more, and it’s doing well at it! Shameless is the story of six kids and their selfish, drunk father. The kids find themselves throughout the series raising themselves and struggling to get by, having to steal food and money to live. We’d also add this to our binge-worthy list, as it is now on its eleventh season, so you have plenty of watching to catch up on.
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Coming in at number three is SWAT. This action drama series is based on the 1975 classic, and stars Shemar Moore as a former Marine and locally born and raised S.W.A.T. Sergent, who is torn to choose between loyalty to the streets and his loyalty to the unit and his work.
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Taking the number 2 spot is Jsem zabiják. The fan favourite is back, following the tales and stories of real-life murderers, spending their last days on death row. If you, like so many are now, are a fan of Netflix’s famous documentaries we highly recommend this one. It is hard-hitting and real, but so interesting to hear their stories.
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Top spot at number 1 goes to Ďábel v Ohiu. This spooky suspense thriller is a brand new limited series on Netflix, created by Daria Polatin, based on Polatin’s own book of the same name. It follows the story of a psychiatrist who finds herself taking in a cult escapee, but the girl she’s offering sanctuary to struggles to adjust to normal life and puts the psychiatrist and her family in grave danger.
– Our Binge Worthy Recommendations
If you’re looking to binge your way through your Saturday bath time, have a look at some of our top recommendations that you can spend hours upon hours soaking in. It would be impossible to narrow this list down to five, so here’s our top 10 instead.
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Working our way bottom to top, at number 10 is Crown. Premiering in 2016, The Crown follows the ups and downs of our beloved royal family and their modern history. With amazing casting, set design, and costume design, The Crown does a great job of capturing the tragedy and turmoil of our royals, while putting their own twists and turns throughout the series. With four great seasons under its belt, all with an honorable amount of episodes each, this series is bound to have you binging for a while.
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Our number 9 recommendation is non-other than Chobotnice hra. This drama-filled series tells the story of hundreds of cash-strapped contestants who accept an invitation to compete in a series of deadly childhood games. Whoever comes out on top wins an astonishing amount of money for them and their families. With years of production going into the series, it’s a high-quality and impactful show. The first season was a great success, and the demand for a second was met, now scheduled for release in 2023/2024.
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In at number 8 is Zastavovač srdce. If Squid Game is too heavy for you, try this light-hearted and wholesome series, Heartstopper. It follows two young boys, Nick and Charlie, in a British secondary school navigating their love lives and developing feelings that are more than they expected in the process. The cinematography is beautiful, and we think it’s well worth a watch if you’re looking for a cozy night in.
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Umbrella Academy takes our number 7 spot. The umbrella Academy, created by Steve Blackman, is an action series with notes of comedy, following former child superheroes from the same father, who have grown up and grown apart. The now adults must now reunite and join together with their own unique powers to protect the world. We think the casting team did a great job with this series and that’s why it’s in our top 10.
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Number 6 is filled by Velká pusa. Big Mouth centres on cartoon teenage Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg, who created the show alongside Mark Levin and Jennifer Flackett. The show follows their experiences of puberty and the changes their bodies went through at that age. The show embraces the weird and awkward stages of puberty and doesn’t shy away from highlighting the struggles we all went through at that age. Big Mouth introduces the viewer to funny side characters known as ‘The Hormone Monsters’, who embody the inner monologue of the teens at this stage in their life.
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Lucifer comes in at number 5. This fantasy series revolves around the story of Lucifer, known to be the DC Universe’s version of the Devil. In this series, Lucifer Morningstar, played by Tom Ellis, abandons Hell for Los Angeles, where he finds himself owning and running a nightclub called Lux. Not only this, Lucifer becomes a consultant for the LA Police Department, working closely with them to solve mysteries with his powers.
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In at number 4 is Oranžová je nová černá. OITNB follows the life of Piper Chapman, played by Taylor Schilling, who finds herself in prison off the back of a drug case from years previous, which she committed with her at-the-time partner Alex Vause, played by Laura Prepon. Piper’s out of her depth when put into jail, with her life now turned around from what it was before. The series follows Piper as she learns to navigate surviving in an all-female prison, and what challenges it can bring. This series has a healthy 7 seasons with 13 episodes each and so is sure to keep you going.
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The spot for number three belongs to Zaklínač. Based on a series of books written by Polish author Andrzej Sapowski, The Witcher is the story of Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter who seems to be struggling to find a place in a world where its people seem to prove more horrid and wicked than its monsters he is hunting. This fantasy drama series was directed by Tomasz Baginski and was released on Netflix in 2019.
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Bridgerton takes spot number 2. Created by Chris Van Dussen, it follows the Bridgerton family, desperate to keep their high status amongst the London Ton. The series takes place during the social season, where marriageable youth of nobility and gentry are launched into society. In the family is Daphne Bridgerton, one of the children, finding herself looking to seek her one true love. The costumes and set design are why it’s so close to being our number one, we think you’ll love it!
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In the top spot at number one is divnější věci. If you haven’t watched Stranger Things yet, we think it should be a priority on your list. Stranger Things is set in a town called Hawkins and delves deep into the mystery of a missing boy. The people of the town dive into the dark secrets of their home, uncovering a secret government lab and much more. We join Joyce, played by Winona Ryder, who is the boy’s mother, desperately searching for where her boy could be. We also follow Jim Hopper, played by David Harbour, the police chief, as he helps her navigate this unknown territory. With the recent release of season 4, Stranger Things has become a phenomenon. It’s one we highly recommend you get your teeth sunk into while you relax in the bath.
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