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Now, all you need is a warm drink, a blanket, and an afternoon free of responsibilities. It's time to hit play on the shows that just get you. Whether you're in the mood for some small-town quirk, New York mysteries, or, um, vampire slaying, I’ve got your fall watchlist covered. So there you have it, packed with shows that feel like your favorite autumn outfit: cozy, familiar, and maybe a little nostalgic...

The perfect TV Shows for this fall

Gilmore Girls - Where Fall Is a Permanent Season

Let’s be real: Stars Hollow is where fall goes to live forever. Every corner of that town looks like it was plucked straight out of a Pinterest board titled “Ultimate Autumn Vibes.” Between Lorelai’s coffee addiction (yes, please) and Rory’s oversized sweaters, Gilmore Girls is practically an ode to flannel and pumpkin spice. Need I mention Luke’s Diner, where breakfast is eternal and sarcasm is served daily? Watch this one while clutching your largest mug of coffee like your life depends on it—because in Stars Hollow, it does.

Only Murders in the Building – Cozy Crime-Solving in Cashmere

What’s better than a murder mystery? A murder mystery set in a swanky New York apartment complex with Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez solving crimes in their softest sweaters. Only Murders in the Building is like Agatha Christie meets fall chic. Sure, there’s murder, but there’s also banter, hilarious podcasting mishaps, and an abundance of fall-worthy fashion. It’s the perfect mix of cozy and suspenseful—ideal for a night of crime-solving from the comfort of your couch (no sleuthing required).

Friends – Because Who Doesn’t Need a Central Perk Right Now?

Whether it’s Phoebe singing about smelly cats, Joey struggling with basic math, or Chandler’s sarcastic commentary on life, Friends is the ultimate comfort show. There’s something about hanging out at Central Perk, watching the gang sip bottomless mugs of coffee while figuring out life in New York, that just feels like a cozy blanket wrapped around your soul. And those Thanksgiving episodes? Classic. If fall were a sitcom, it would be Friends—minus the stress of having six friends in one apartment at once.

Sabrina the Teenage Witch – Just for Salem the Cat

Looking for some magical mayhem with a side of talking cat? Sabrina the Teenage Witch is like the perfect fall potion. Sabrina’s relatable struggles—high school drama, learning magic, accidentally turning people into pineapples—are oddly comforting. And Salem, the sassy talking cat, is the pet we all secretly want. Watch this one when you’re in the mood for some 90s nostalgia and low-stakes witchcraft. It’s like Hocus Pocus but with more casual spellcasting and less candle-lighting danger.

Mum – British Comedy, Comfort, and Chaos

Mum is one of those hidden gems that sneaks up on you like a soft autumn breeze—and then makes you laugh out loud with its perfect British wit. Cathy, played by the wonderful Lesley Manville, is dealing with life after the loss of her husband, but this show is anything but sad. It’s warm, funny, and filled with those awkward family moments we all know too well. Think of it as the British equivalent of cozying up with a cup of tea while your relatives (lovingly) drive you bonkers.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer – Slaying Monsters in Style

If fall gets you in the mood for something a little darker, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is your perfect match. Buffy is the ultimate multitasker—balancing high school drama, complicated love triangles, and, you know, the occasional apocalypse. But what makes it so comforting in the fall? It's got that campy 90s vibe, witty one-liners, and enough vampire slaying to keep things interesting. Plus, the Halloween episodes are pure chef's kiss.

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