‘Eternally spellbinding’: the TV shows that baffle you

January 26, 2026

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Readers share their favorite baffling and mind-bending TV series.
'Catterick' is described as a descent into anarchy with a loose plot and stellar cast.
'Monkey Dust' features dark, dreamlike animation exploring post-millennium British life.
'The OA' is noted for its themes of inter-dimensional and time travel, leaving viewers questioning reality.
'Mrs Davies' combines a medieval secret society, a crime-fighting nun, and AI rule.
'Legion,' a Marvel spin-off, is praised for its abstract narrative and unique characters.
'The Leftovers' deals with the sudden disappearance of people, leaving survivors to seek answers.
'The Prisoner' is a cult series with a menacing atmosphere and a protagonist held captive in a mysterious village.
'Westworld' is described as more of an art installation than a drama, prioritizing visuals over plot.
'Nowhere Man' is compared to 'The Prisoner' for its protagonist's erased identity and conspiracy.
'Dark' is lauded as a confusing, mind-bending series about cause and effect and paradoxes.
'Patriot' blends spy intrigue, comedy, and drama with surreal elements.

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