People often look to the stars for guidance, so why not consult the zodiac in order to decide which HBO series to binge next? HBO offers up some of the most acclaimed original content in recent decades. With these series, the budgets are big and the thrills are even bigger.
Depending upon your astrological alignment, there is definitely an HBO series for you. Whether you go for dramas, comedies, science fiction, or something in between, HBO has you covered.
Aries - Game Of Thrones (2011-2019)
For the physically active and easily bored fire sign Aries, Game of Thrones has it all. Based on the epic fantasy novels by George R. R. Martin, the popular show ended its eight-season run in 2019.
A monumental ensemble series, Game of Thrones centers around different fictional kingdoms vying for control of the empire. As they fight each other for the Iron Throne, undead White Walkers plot a massive invasion from the North. Aries love adventure and drama; there's no HBO series more adventurous than Game of Thrones.
Taurus - The Sopranos (1999-2007)
The mobster ethos is exemplified by the earth sign Taurus. Tauruses are reliable, loyal, and love being pampered. But when you cross a Taurus, their inner bull comes out, and they will come at you horns first.
The Sopranos is considered the best gangster series of all time. It tells the story of Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), a mobster living in New Jersey. This six-season series employs a unique narrative device by framing the action around Tony's sessions with his therapist. Tauruses won't be able to get enough.
Gemini - Insecure (2016- )
The fourth season of Issa Rae's dramatic comedy is currently airing on HBO. Set in Los Angeles, Insecure follows Issa, a fictionalized version of Rae, as she traverses life as a 20-something black woman. The series traces Issa's career moves, romantic relationships, and close friendships.
Airy Geminis will dig the conversational tone and subtle humor present throughout Insecure. Geminis love gossip, social gatherings, and beautiful people. Insecure is rife with all of it.
Cancer - Six Feet Under (2001-2005)
Emotional homebodies, Cancers are shy water signs motivated by close, intimate relationships. They respond more to moods than words, which makes Alan Ball's Six Feet Under the perfect series for them.
Six Feet Under tackles death and close relationships head-on. The award-winning series follows a Los Angeles family, the Fishers, who run a funeral business. Each episode depicts the death of a deceased person whose service is performed at the Fishers' funeral home. The show also digs into the dreams, desires, and struggles of each member of the Fisher family.
Leo - Veep (2012-2019)
Leos are the most egotistical sign in the Zodiac. This outgoing fire sign craves attention, and they usually get it by being entertaining and jovial. Sometimes, though, Leos exercise questionable tactics to get what they want.
Armando Iannucci's political satire Veep stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as the title political figurehead, Selina Meyer. With style and merciless pizzazz, Selina ascends to the top of the American political hierarchy until she becomes president. Veep's fast-paced, dialogue-driven humor will keep Leos entertained, as well as the show's coterie of self-involved characters.
Virgo - Succession (2018- )
Over two taut seasons so far, Succession digs into the lives of a wealthy and influential family, the Roys, who own a global media and hospitality empire. Their patriarch, Brian Cox's character Logan Roy, deals with waning health as his children compete for control of the dynasty.
Succession is a subtle and uncompromising drama about privilege, family, and American politics. Intellectual and critical, Virgos are earth signs who maintain a special connection to their heritage. They will be consumed by Succession's complex, intergenerational narrative.
Libra - True Detective (2014- )
HBO's dreamlike anthology crime series, True Detective comes from the mind of screenwriter Nic Pizzolatto. Each of its three seasons tells a standalone tale of murder, psychological mayhem, and noir natural landscapes.
Libras, social and fair-minded air signs, will be drawn into each season's search for justice and answers. Libras also love art, and they will revel in the beautiful cinematography that makes True Detective so distinct. While the second season has received negative reviews, the show's first and third seasons are well-acted and immersive.
Scorpio - True Blood (2008-2014)
Scorpios are by far the most sensual sign. This water sign is driven by passion, excess, and emotional loyalty. When Scorpios feel threatened or when their intense jealousy comes out, they will sting you like their namesake, the scorpion.
There's no doubt True Blood is the show for Scorpios. This decadent vampire drama stars Anna Paquin as a Louisiana waitress who enters a supernatural world full of bloodsuckers, shapeshifters, and fairies — to name a few. It's also a world full of sex, violence, and suspense.
Sagittarius - Barry (2018- )
Bill Hader's dark comedy about a hitman turned aspiring actor is up any Sagittarius' alley. Sagittarius is the most optimistic and gregarious sign of the zodiac, fiery go-getters who will relate to the title character's ambitious plan to create a new life for himself.
Sagittariuses are also hilarious, and they will savor Barry's unique brand of humor. Alongside Hader, the series stars Henry Winkler and Stephen Root.
Capricorn - Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000- )
Pretty, pretty, pretty good. Capricorns are sticklers for the rules, no matter how inconvenient or unfashionable. and no one is a bigger stickler than Curb Your Enthusiasm's Larry David. David, the co-creator of Seinfeld, plays a fictionalized version of himself in this quirky, improvised comedy on air for 10 seasons.
Capricorns are restrained and traditional types with very particular likes. They also have innumerable dislikes, which will make Curb Your Enthusiasm's brand of humor especially hilarious for them.
Aquarius - Westworld (2016- )
Inspired by Michael Crichton's book and feature film of the same name, Westworld is a cautionary tale about humanity's obsession with technology. Forward-thinking and intellectual Aquarius, an air sign, will love this series that traces the limits of humans tampering with the natural order of things.
In Westworld, currently airing its third season, AIs known as hosts occupy a theme park for the rich, a theme park where the hosts are abused and victimized regularly as part of the festivities. The series picks up, though, when the hosts start fighting back.
Pisces - Carnivàle (2003-2005)
Carnivàle is an unrivaled period drama moved by its supernatural underpinnings. Pisces is the zodiac's resident artist, and those under this emotional water sign will be moved by the enigmatic nature of the series.
Canceled after two seasons, Carnivàle follows a traveling carnival during the Dust Bowl of the Great Depression in the 1930s. Underneath the spectacle exists an epic battle between good and evil, a puzzling and oracular underworld that will Pisces crazy with curiosity.