TV (television) Shows non-woke (non woke) 2016 to 2023
I define "woke" as identity politics from liberal left that inserts itself into entertainment. I am actually against ANY political ideology shoehorned into entertainment, Left or Right, but right-wing politics is not seen very often in scripted t.v. or movies so it's a moot point ("Atlas Shrugged" which was based on the book, is the only show I can think of off-hand that comes close to right-wing, though in fact it's libertarian.)
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- CreatorJ.T. RogersStarsAnsel ElgortKen WatanabeRachel KellerA Western journalist working for a publication in Tokyo takes on one of the city's most powerful crime bosses.Reminds me of "Shogun:" A westerner in Japan, "fish out of water" mixed with crime drama.
- CreatorChips HardyTom HardySteven KnightStarsTom HardyDavid HaymanJonathan PryceAdventurer James Keziah Delaney returns to London during the War of 1812 to rebuild his late father's shipping empire. However, both the government and his biggest competitor want his inheritance at any cost--even murder.It's been a while since I watched this show, but I don't recall any P.C. agenda in this show. When this show was on air, woke had not become a cliche yet.
- CreatorGraham RolandStarsZahn McClarnonKiowa GordonJessica MattenFollows Leaphorn and Chee, two Navajo police officers in the 1970s Southwest that are forced to challenge their own spiritual beliefs when they search for clues in a double murder case.Good example of how representation should look. No race swapping or contrived diversity. It's a story that happens to be about Native Americans.
- CreatorAshley Michel HobanPatrick MacmanusStarsJoshua JacksonEdgar RamírezMandy MooreAn anthology series dramatizing the true stories of ambitious doctors whose medical malpractices led to disastrous consequences for those in their care.
- CreatorNeil CrossStarsRussell ToveyAmrita AchariaBertie CarvelAlmost a decade into his new devoted married life Nathan is rocked to the core when Bob, an unwelcome face from the past, turns up on his doorstep with shocking news, triggering a series of catastrophic decisions.
- StarsAnna MadeleySamuel WestNicholas RalphThe numerous adventures of a countryside veterinarian practice in 1930s to 1940s Yorkshire, England.
- CreatorBenjamin CavellStarsDavid BoreanazNeil Brown Jr.A.J. BuckleyThe lives of the elite Navy SEALs as they train, plan, and execute the most dangerous, high-stakes missions the United States of America can ask.I have only seen season 1-3. Starting Season 4. I cannot vouch for new seasons. No show is immune to woke. For example, I heard Walking Dead is ridiculously woke now.
- StarsShinnosuke MitsushimaTao TsuchiyaMinami Takayama29-year-old Satoru Fujinuma is sent back in time 18 years to prevent the events leading to his mother's death, which began with a series of kidnappings while he was in 5th grade.Japanese Anime is a good place to look for new shows. No American politics infringe on the stories. However, they take some getting used to from an American viewpoint.
- StarsTom BurkeHolliday GraingerKerr LoganWar veteran turned private detective Cormoran Strike solves brutal murders with the help of his trusted partner Robin Ellacott.
- StarsBilly CampbellKarine VanasseKristen ThomsonDetectives John Cardinal and Lise Delorme investigate the murder of a young girl, while Cardinal struggles to right past wrongs that could derail the investigation and end his career, as the case grows more violent and twisted.Dark. Crime-Mystery
- StarsShaun EvansRoger AllamJames BradshawSet from 1965 into the 1970s, the show follows Endeavour Morse in his early years as a police constable. Working alongside his senior partner DI Fred Thursday, Morse engages in a number of investigations around Oxford.Again, it is difficult to find a show with zero identity politics, this show comes close. I do recall a few episodes here and there that get a little preachy.
- StarsCharlie HunnamFayssal BazziSujaya DasguptaLindsay arrives in Mumbai after escaping from an Australian prison. He meets Prabhakar who takes him to his native village where he relaunches his criminal career as Shantaram in the city's notorious underworld.Episodes 1-4 were not political. But I Lost interest after that, so cannot say for later episodes
- CreatorJeremy SlaterStarsAlfonso HerreraBen DanielsKurt EgyiawanFollows two priests dealing with cases of a demonic presence targeting a family and a foster home.It's been a while, but I do not recall any P.C
- CreatorGlen MazzaraStarsBradley JamesMegalyn EchikunwokeOmid AbtahiAfter discovering his origins, Damien Thorn must cope with life as the Anti-Christ.It's been a while, but I do not recall any P.C.
- CreatorWilliam Broyles Jr.David BroylesStarsBarry SloaneKyle SchmidJuan Pablo RabaNavy SEAL Team Six attempt to eliminate a Taliban leader in Afghanistan when they discover an American citizen working with the enemy.
- CreatorBridget CarpenterStarsJames FrancoSarah GadonGeorge MacKayJake Epping, a teacher, gets a chance to travel back in time to avert the death of John F. Kennedy. However, history's aversion to alteration and his love for the era and a woman endanger him.Some historical segregation is depicted - it is not the focus or too preachy. Stephen King is not known for identity politics or any politics in his books beyond normal themes about good vs. evil, domestic violence, etc.
- StarsYoo Ah-inKim Hyun-jooPark Jeong-minUnearthly beings deliver bloody condemnations, sending individuals to hell and giving rise to a religious group founded on the idea of divine justice.Not great. Not horrible. Makes you jump a few a times. If your a horror fan give it a go.
- StarsChris PrattConstance WuTaylor KitschA former Navy SEAL officer investigates why his entire platoon was ambushed during a high-stakes covert mission.Plot and dialogue are politically neutral. Casting?
- CreatorSteven KnightStarsCillian MurphyPaul AndersonSophie RundleA gangster family epic set in 1900s England, centering on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby.I have not seen last season yet
- CreatorTaylor SheridanStarsHarrison FordHelen MirrenBrandon SklenarThe Duttons face a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.I really liked the scenes set in Africa - the characters and plot lines reminded me of "Out of Africa." One very small gripe: The narrator from 1883 narrates this show, I find the voice of the actress annoying and fake - does not affect the show though.
- CreatorHugh DillonTaylor SheridanStarsJeremy RennerHugh DillonTobi BamtefaThe McLusky family are power brokers tackling themes of systemic racism, corruption and inequality in Kingstown, Michigan, where the business of incarceration is the only thriving industry.Borderline show. "Mayor" does not hit you over the head at every opportunity with WOKE politics, but there is some messaging.
- CreatorNick SantoraStarsAlan RitchsonMaria StenMalcolm GoodwinItinerant former military policeman Jack Reacher solves crimes and metes out his own brand of street justice. Based on the novels by Lee Child.I did not read the books, so I can't say if this adaption race swapped any characters, but the plot and dialogue is not political.
- CreatorTony JordanRobert ThorogoodStarsKris MarshallSally BrettonZahra AhmadiHaving left Saint Marie to be with Martha, DI Humphrey Goodman starts a new life with her in Devon, bringing his unique brand of chaotic genius to the small, close-knit community.One episode
- CreatorMitchell BurgessRobin GreenStarsDonnie WahlbergBridget MoynahanWill EstesRevolves around a family of New York cops.
- CreatorJoseph WeisbergStarsKeri RussellMatthew RhysKeidrich SellatiAt the height of the Cold War, two Russian agents pose as the average American couple, complete with family.