Autumn binge: 5 captivating series to light up your evenings

Many believe there's no better time than fall to catch up on engaging and captivating series. It's hard to disagree. Can anything sound better: a couch, a blanket, hot tea, and sweet or salty snacks? We don't think so. That's why we're suggesting a few productions below that we believe are worth your attention. If you enjoy well-written series, well-crafted characters, and an engaging plot, you should check them out.

Let's start with something light and very enjoyable. "Abbott Elementary" is a comedy series about teachers working at an underfunded school, Abbott Elementary, a fictional school in Philadelphia. The production is created in a "mockumentary" style, which you might know from the cult classic "The Office." Characters in the series are aware of the camera's presence, resulting in great reactions that boost the mood every time.

If you love crime series shot in a Scandinavian style, then "Trapped" is the perfect choice for you. The production takes place in Seyðisfjörður, located in eastern Iceland. It tells the story of local police officers. Andri, Hinrika, and Ásgeir try to uncover who is behind the murder of a man. His body, recovered from the ocean, is devoid of a head and limbs. It's a brilliantly written story that makes it hard to turn away from the screen.

"From" is a science fiction horror series about residents trapped in a particular town, forced to live in a time loop. Leaving the town is impossible, and after sunset, terrifying creatures from the forest appear on the streets, seeming wholly normal and even friendly at first glance.

"The Fall" is a British production about Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson. She is sent to Belfast, Northern Ireland, to catch a serial killer roaming the city's streets. From the beginning of the series, we know who is responsible for the murders. It's Paul Spector, a seemingly upstanding husband and father who also works as a psychotherapist. The main roles are played by well-known actors, Gillian Anderson, known from "The X-Files," and Jamie Dornan, who portrayed Christian Grey in "Fifty Shades of Grey."

"Under the Banner of Heaven" is a challenging but excellent crime series. It tells the story of Detective Jeb Pyre (a devout Mormon), who, along with his police partner Bill Taba (a Native American), attempts to unravel who is behind the brutal murder of a young woman and her small daughter. The production touches on themes of unwavering faith and the blind following of rules presented by God. Renowned actor Andrew Garfield plays the lead role.