The other night David had gone to bed and Charlie was working. I had thought about working but was a little tired. I decided to turn on the TV to see if there was anything on Friendly to watch. I couldn’t find anything. Then I went to Tubie where I found Beautiful People I thought it was a movie but it turned out to be a series. I wasn’t looking for another series.
That might sound strange coming from someone who loves discovering new shows, but sometimes I just want to find something to watch without starting a long commitment. There are so many series available now that it can feel overwhelming trying to decide what is actually worth your time.
I started to watch Beautiful People and when the show I was watching ended I found out it was a series but it wouldn’t play all of it on Tubie. I searched online to find out it was on Roku. Even though I have a Roku TV I had to download the app and then I settled into to watch one more episode of the show.
Before I knew what was happening I found myself binge watching Beautiful People which wasn’t sure if I was going to like it. But something made me watch a couple episodes and I’m so glad I did. Before I knew it, I was on episode four and completely hooked. Instead of working I found myself wanting to watch the show because this is one of the shows where you tell yourself, “I’ll just watch one more episode,” and then suddenly you realize you’ve been watching for hours? That was Beautiful People for me.
I ended up binge-watching all 16 episodes in just three days because once the story pulls you in, you don’t want to stop. The funny thing is, this became one of those late-night shows that fit perfectly into my real life. With Charlie working and sometimes not getting home until two or three in the morning, there are nights when I’m awake waiting to know he made it home safely.
Sometimes I needed something that captured attention while I waited. One night David woke up, looked over, and said, “What in the world are you watching?” I tried to explain it to him. I told him it was about a mom and her two daughters who move from Mexico to New York to start over. I tried to explain the family struggles, the relationships, the fashion world, the drama, and all the twists and turns.
I’m not sure he was completely convinced. But that is the thing about finding a good show. Sometimes it is not about whether everyone in the house wants to watch it. Sometimes it is about finding something that connects with you. For me, Beautiful People reminded me of some of the shows I loved years ago, especially Gilmore Girls and Dawson’s Creek. It has that feeling of watching people grow, make choices, deal with relationships, and figure out who they are.
One of the first things that caught my attention was the mom, Lynn Kerr, played by Daphne Zuniga. I knew I recognized her, but I could not immediately place where I had seen her before. Then it clicked — she was Jo Reynolds from Melrose Place. Another show I was hooked on in my teens.
That familiar face was part of what made me want to keep watching. Melrose Place one of those shows that I still think deserves more attention. It had memorable characters, friendships, relationships, and plenty of drama that kept people coming back. Seeing Daphne Zuniga again brought back that feeling of finding an actor you remember and wanting to see what story they are telling now.
In Beautiful People, Lynn is trying to create a new life for herself and her daughters after moving to New York from New Mexico. Like many families starting over, they’re faced with challenges, disagreements, and choices that are not always easy As a single mom we see how she handles these problems.
The show follows her daughters as they navigate growing up, relationships, friendships, and the pressures that come with trying to find their place in the world. The story includes fashion, modeling, young love, parties, family conflict, and learning difficult lessons along the way. Making this a fun show to watch with our girlfriends.
The series does touch on mature topics, including drug use, teen relationships, sexuality, and adult situations. Because of those themes, I would recommend this show for mature viewers rather than younger teens. It is a drama about growing up and making choices, but it is not a light family show that everyone in the house would necessarily watch together.
There are also storylines involving business, trust, and learning who you can depend on. Watching characters make decisions — both good and bad — is part of what keeps the story moving. It also teaches us how important it is to take care of our taxes and if were going to start a business with someone to check them out.
The daughters were new faces for me, and I enjoyed watching their characters develop. They each have their own struggles, dreams, and challenges, and the show does a good job of showing that growing up is not always simple. I didn’t know either actress but enjoyed them a lot and can’t wait to see what else they may be in.
The one thing that disappointed me is that the story ends after only one season. After spending 16 episodes getting invested in these characters, I wanted more. There were still stories to tell, questions left unanswered, and relationships that could have continued developing. It is one of those shows that makes you wish someone had given it another chance.
If you enjoy character-driven dramas, family stories, and shows where relationships matter, Beautiful People may be worth adding to your watch list. Fans of shows like Gilmore Girls, Dawson’s Creek, or older family dramas like Melrose Place and 90210 may especially enjoy the style and storytelling.
I found this show unexpectedly, and I almost didn’t click on it. Sometimes the best discoveries happen when we are not even looking for them. So if you are searching for something new to watch, especially a drama that will keep you saying “just one more episode,” give Beautiful People a try. And if you watch it, I would love to hear what you think.
Grateful, Thankful, and Blessed
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates