The premise of Paramount+'s new dark comedy Guilty Party is enough to make anyone want to binge-watch: a journalist named Beth wants to help a woman accused of murder be proclaimed innocent. The only problem? There are two issues here: she's had a fall from grace as far as her career is concerned, and she doesn't know if Toni has actually killed her husband or not.
Beth and Toni's story will be revealed in season 1 of this series, and TV fans can check out these similar shows that feature engrossing storylines, strongly written characters, and some jokes along the way.
Search Party (HBO Max)
Fans are waiting for season 5 of Search Party, and it'll be interesting to see where the story goes. This dark mystery follows Dory, a twentysomething living in NYC whose addiction to looking into the disappearance of a woman she knew in college is her downfall. Before too long, Dory is in major trouble and her friends aren't far behind.
The Search Party characters are just as fascinating as the mystery, and that is something that the show has in common with Guilty Party. Both shows also discuss themes like good vs. evil and right and wrong.
Shrill (HBO Max)
While Shrill is a funny and smart show, it's also a great examination of online journalism, which is why it will appeal to fans of Guilty Party.
Shrill is about a budding reporter named Annie who dreams of being a famous and successful writer. She's not thrilled with the website that she works at, especially since she can't get to the place that she wants to. Guilty Party also discusses this fast-paced and always changing industry as Beth is doing her best to be a top journalist.
Trial And Error (Amazon Prime)
Trial And Error seems perfect for Guilty Party fans who want to watch another comedy about murder but also want some silly jokes and storylines.
In season 1, lawyer Josh lives in a small South Carolina town and represents a man who is accused of murdering his wife. While this show is a parody of true crime and that sets it apart, it shares a similar premise to Guilty Party, as Beth represents Toni who is said to have murdered her husband.
The Undoing (HBO)
The Undoing is a great character study, offering up questions about how well people really know each other and if a married couple can be on completely different pages about right, wrong, love, compassion, and evil. When Grace learns that her husband Jonathan could be a suspect in the murder of a young woman, she tries to find out the truth and it's so much worse than she ever thought.
There are signs pointing to Jonathan's guilt, but viewers still wonder if he could really be the kind and charming pediatric oncologist that he appears to be. Fans will ask similar questions when watching Guilty Party as it will take a while to find out who Toni really is.
You (Netflix)
You is an extremely dark and addictive thriller and while it's not funny like Guilty Party, and there's definitely nothing humorous about how evil Joe is, it's still a great pick for someone looking for a riveting series.
Joe finds a new obsession in each season, moving on from Beck in season 1 and falling for Love in season 2, and season 3 looks to be more intense than ever before.
The Flight Attendant (HBO Max)
Season 1 of The Flight Attendant captivated viewers with the tale of Cassie. Her life completely changes when she wakes up in a hotel room and realizes that a man is dead and she doesn't know what happened to him. Did she do it? Or is something more horrible and sinister going on?
Just like fans will wonder about Beth and Toni's motivations and true selves when watching Guilty Party, fans will wonder about Cassie and if she's actually a good person.
Good Girls (Netflix)
The main characters of Good Girls might never have expected to rob a grocery store to make ends meet and get out of some tough times, but Annie, Ruby, and Beth start living a life of crime while raising their families.
The Good Girls characters do the wrong thing in many instances, but watching them mess up is definitely a lot of fun, and there are some heartwarming moments along the way as well. This is another good show for Guilty Party viewers as the characters are imperfect, layered, and always enjoyable to watch no matter what they're up to.
Dead To Me (Netflix)
Like Guilty Party, Dead To Me is a dark comedy, and the two shows share writer Rebecca Addelman. It's heartbreaking watching Jen try to find the person who killed her husband in a hit-and-run accident, and it's incredibly wild that she becomes close with Judy, who is the guilty one.
A sort of friendship forms between Beth and Toni on Guilty Party, although there is the question of keeping things professional and just how close Beth should get, and both dynamics make for interesting shows.
The Newsroom (HBO)
With clever Aaron Sorkin dialogue and a focus on journalism, The Newsroom is a perfect pick for anyone looking for a funny and intelligent series about this industry.
The Newsroom has highly-rated episodes and strong characters, and if Guilty Party appeals to viewers because they want to watch someone try to make it in journalism, it's a good show to binge-watch. Both series prove that this isn't an easy career for the faint of heart.
Difficult People (Hulu)
Difficult People isn't a typical comedy, making it an appealing watch for those who have finished season 1 of Guilty Party.
Best friends Billy and Julie go through life dreaming of stardom and success but they can't help but procrastinate 24/7 and make so many jokes that viewers aren't sure just how well they're going to do. Regardless of the state of their lives, the characters are hilarious and unique, and there are moments of dark humor that stand out.