Ann Biderman, highly respected as a writer on the NYPD Blue TV series as well as movies (Copycat, Primal Fear), created Southland originally for NBC television. When the series moved on to TNT cable network it opened up the plots and scripts with a freedom not seen on network television. It became decidedly more earthy and real without the constraints of network censors. SouthLAnd (styled promotionally to represent LA California) follows the lives of LAPD officers who try to keep the streets of one of the largest cities in the U.S. clear of crime and corruption, but that's a daunting task! The series closely follows several officers in particular, bringing in their personal lives along with the dangers they face every day on the job. Being a cop is never a 9 to 5 job and it's never boring! Starring Benjamin McKenzie (The OC, 88 Minutes) playing Ben Sherman who we follow from rookie to seasoned veteran, Shawn Hatosy (Dexter, My Name Is Earl) is Sammy Bryant and is Ben's partner, a man who has plenty of problems at home. The show is definitely worth watching for the honest look at dramatic police life.

"Oz" is an American television series that aired on HBO from 1997 to 2003. The show is set in a fictional maximum-security prison called Oswald State Correctional Facility and focuses on the lives of the inmates, correctional officers, and prison staff.

Picture this"¦ it's the 1950's in the ultra glamorous Miami Florida. The hotels are huge and luxurious and the people who run them all appear to be a bit "shady". Mob influence is obvious but the guests who stay for days or weeks at a time don't mind as they watch for "Miami Vice" to come to life there. Creator Mitch Glazer lived the life when he was growing up as he worked as a cabana boy and his father was involved in hotel maintenance back in the late 50's. All the glitz and glamour covers up a world of gangsters, dope dealers, and strippers that has always been part of the lifestyle. And it makes for interesting viewing, particularly when based on true events. Starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Supernatural, Watchmen) as "Ike" Isaac Evans, Olga Kurylenko (Quantum of Solace, Hitman) plays Vera Evans, Steven Strait (Undiscovered, City Island) is the young Stevie Evans, and Elena Satine (Melrose Place, Smallville) is Judi Silver. An intriguing show with lots of nice scenery and plenty of action, Magic City is one to watch.

"Candy" is a Mexican television series that was first broadcasted in 2018. It tells the story of a young woman named Estrella, who works as a stripper to support her sick mother. One night, she meets a wealthy businessman named Julio, who becomes enamored with her and offers to take care of her and her mother. However, Estrella soon realizes that Julio has ulterior motives and must navigate the dangerous world of drug trafficking to protect herself and her loved ones.

"The Haves and the Have Nots" is a television show created by Tyler Perry. The show premiered in 2013 on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) and ran for eight seasons until 2021. The series is about the complicated lives of the wealthy Cryer family and their hired help, as well as the impoverished Young family. The show explores themes of power, wealth, and family relationships.

Sr. Ávila is a Mexican television series that tells the story of a middle-aged insurance salesman who leads a double life as a hitman for a criminal organization. The series, which aired from 2013 to 2018, was praised for its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and dark humor.