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What to watch now you’ve binged Sex Education

Let these offbeat shows about love and relationsh­ips fill that hole in your life

- Words DUSTY BAXTER-WRIGHT

Modern Love What’s the vibe?

Standalone episodes that explore the complexiti­es of love.

Who’s in it?

Anne Hathaway and Dev Patel in series one; Lucy Boynton and Kit Harington in series two.

Is it like Sex Education?

If you want characters to emotionall­y invest in, this does the trick. Series 1 and 2 are on Amazon Prime

Atypical What’s the vibe?

An 18-year-old with autism wants to date. His family must help him become independen­t first.

Who’s in it?

Keir Gilchrist, Brigette Lundy-Paine, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Michael Rapaport.

Is it like Sex Education?

An emotional and social education that’s funny and touching. Watch series 1 to 3 on Netflix

Euphoria What’s the vibe?

Follows troubled classmates, focusing on a 17-year-old recovering drug addict.

Who’s in it?

Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer.

Is it like Sex Education?

The only characters you may love more than Otis and Eric are Rue and Jules. Watch series 1 on Amazon Prime

Love, Victor What’s the vibe?

A teenage boy on a journey of self-discovery, facing challenges at home and in school.

Who’s in it?

Relative newcomers Michael Cimino, George Sear and Nick Robinson.

Is it like Sex Education?

It navigates teenage life, exploring identity and friendship, so yes. Series 1 and 2 are on Disney+

We Are Who We Are What's the vibe?

Two teenagers on a military base explore love, loss and finding yourself.

Who's in it?

No one recognisab­le, but it's co-created by the director of Call Me By Your Name.

Is it like Sex Education?

No aubergines or sex tips, but it’s a sweet coming-of-age tale. Watch series 1 on BBC iPlayer

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