On Monday, March 8, 2021 we're celebrating another International Women's Day, and it's an important holiday — not just for us, but for the daughters in our lives, too. It's a reminder that women can do anything — including create amazing television shows that don't have nearly as many fans as they deserve. Entertainment is still, unfortunately, a male-dominated industry. But fortunately, that hasn't stopped a lot of female creators from bringing us some of the best shows by and about women we've ever seen.
Buzzfeed rounded up some of the most underrated TV shows that have been created by women that are perfect for binging next time we're looking for something to really get lost in, and this is just the beginning. We've also added some of our own picks to the list, because there are some seriously talented ladies out there and they deserve all the recognition they can get!
Need a new show to start this weekend while supporting a female showrunner? Whether we're after a drama, comedy, or something appropriate to watch with our kids, this list is a great place to start.
'Good Girls Revolt'
In this Amazon Prime series created by Dana Calvo, Anna Camp and Genevieve Angelson star as researchers working in a newsroom in the 1960s. It shows many of the challenges that come with being a woman in a male-dominated field, which was especially true at that time. It's a shame it was only given one season!
'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend'
Rachel Bloom both created and starred in Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, a musical comedy about a woman who moves across the country because her longtime crush did — and all of the ups and downs that ensue. It's funny, and also touches on a few serious topics, and is so much fun to binge.
'Dead To Me'
In Dead To Me, which was created by Liz Feldman, two women (played by Linda Cardellini and Christina Applegate) cross paths at a grief support group. Neither of their lives are ever the same again, especially because one of them happens to be hiding some dark secrets.
'Ginny & Georgia'
This Netflix series is relatively new, but it's already creating a lot of buzz. Ginny & Georgia (created by Sarah Lampert) is about the complicated relationship between a teen mom and her daughter who is now the same age she was when she got pregnant. It also shows all of the struggles that come with being 15 and biracial in the 2020s.
'GLOW'
We're still getting over the sting of the cancellation of this Netflix series! Created by Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch, Glow stars Alison Brie as an actress who takes a gig in an '80s women's wrestling show, along with the issues that come with their rise to popularity and being a woman in wrestling.
'Firefly Lane'
In Firefly Lane (created by Maggie Friedman), Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke star as best friends who grew up together and are facing some complicated stuff in their friendship now that they're grown up. The show tells the story through a series of flashbacks — and there's a bit of a mystery to it, as well.
'Never Have I Ever'
Created by Mindy Kaling, Never Have I Ever is a series about what it's like growing up as a teenage Indian girl in America. Anyone who loved The Mindy Project is going to be a fan of this one, and the star of the show, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, is just so talented!
'The Mindy Project'
While we're talking about Never Have I Ever, we may as well discuss The Mindy Project, too — yet another hilarious, but real creation straight from Mindy Kaling's brain. In the show, she plays an OB-GYN who is obsessed with romantic comedies, even if her own life is anything but.
'Derry Girls'
Those who loved Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington in Bridgerton are going to love her even more in Derry Girls. The show, created by Lisa McGee, is about teenagers growing up in the '90s and attending a Catholic all-girls school in Northern Ireland.
'Good Girls'
With an all-star cast that includes Mae Whitman, Christina Hendricks, and Retta, Good Girls (which was created by Jenna Bans) is about moms who need money for various reasons and decide to take the situation into their own hands and get involved in robbery and drug trafficking along the way.
'Atypical'
Starring Keir Gilchrist and created by Robia Rashid, Atypical is about a teenager named Sam who is on the autism spectrum. The show follows him as he navigates high school, relationships, and everything that comes with it. Certain moments from this series definitely get us a little emotional, too.
'Workin' Moms'
Created by Catherine Reitman, Workin' Moms is about a group of working moms in Canada and the various struggles they go through (as some may have guessed from the title). Those of us who have been there and are currently there will definitely find a lot to relate to in this series.
'High Fidelity'
Created by Sarah Kucserka and Veronica West, High Fidelity is a TV adaptation from Hulu of the hit movie of the same name. This time around, Zoe Kravitz stars as a music aficionado who operates a record store. There's plenty of drama to go around in this show.
'Anne With an E'
Starring Amybeth McNulty in the title role, Anne With an E is a serial retelling of the classic Anne of Green Gables stories. This three-season Netflix version, created by Moira Walley-Beckett, quickly became a favorite with fans. This one is perfect to watch with kids, too.
'Girls'
It's been a few years since Girls ended on HBO, but Lena Dunham's series about a group of friends in their early 20s living and learning in NYC is definitely worth a binge for those who have never seen it. Plus, there's a pre-Star Wars Adam Driver in the show!
'The Baby-Sitters Club'
Those who haven't already caught this Netflix adaptation of Ann M. Martin's popular series definitely need to (especially with their kids!). Created by Rachel Shukert, The Baby-Sitters Club tells the story of Claudia, Mary-Anna, Kristi, and Stacey as they embark on creating their own baby-sitting business.
'UnREAL'
Fans of The Bachelor franchise as well as its detractors are sure to love this series that originally appeared on Lifetime. The show follows a producer of a dating reality show, giving a peek to everything that might happen behind the scenes to ensure great television.
'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'
What happens when a '50s housewife and mother finds out that her husband's been cheating on her? She turns to standup comedy, of course. Created by Amy Sherman-Palladino and starring Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is hilarious and heartwarming with a solid dose of girl power (and an amazing wardrobe).
'Jessica Jones'
Any Marvel or comic book fans out there are not going to want to miss this one. Created by Melissa Rosenberg, it's about a woman working as a private investigator in New York who also happens to have superhero powers — and a terrifying villain she's running from.
'Insecure'
Created by and starring Issa Rae, Insecure — which was inspired by her series Awkward Black Girl — is about the friendship between two Black women as they try to make it in Los Angeles. The show documents all of the funny and awkward experiences that happen to come their way in the process.
