Ben je fan van 'Vinyl' (2016) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films die je mee terug nemen naar de rauwe wereld van muziek, drugs en decadentie? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde energie en thema's uitstralen als deze meeslepende HBO-serie. Of je nu houdt van historische drama's of moderne verhalen over de muziekindustrie, er zit vast iets voor je tussen!

The Sopranos (1999)
Beschreibung: A deep dive into the life of a mob boss balancing family and business, similar to how another series examines the dual lives of its characters in the music industry.
Fakt: The Sopranos is often credited with ushering in the golden age of television. The show's finale is one of the most debated in TV history.


The Wire (2002)
Beschreibung: A gritty, realistic portrayal of Baltimore's institutions, mirroring the raw and unfiltered look at another industry's inner workings.
Fakt: The show was created by former police reporter David Simon. It was initially a ratings disappointment but is now considered one of the greatest TV shows of all time.


Mad Men (2007)
Beschreibung: Set in the 1960s, it explores the complexities of the advertising industry, much like how another show delves into the music industry. Both highlight the cultural and professional upheavals of their respective eras.
Fakt: The show's creator, Matthew Weiner, was a writer for The Sopranos before creating Mad Men. The series won 16 Emmy Awards during its run.


Boardwalk Empire (2010)
Beschreibung: A period drama that captures the gritty underbelly of Prohibition-era America, focusing on power struggles and corruption, similar to how another series examines the music business's darker sides.
Fakt: The show was produced by Martin Scorsese, who also directed the pilot episode. It was praised for its historical accuracy and detailed set designs.


The Newsroom (2012)
Beschreibung: A behind-the-scenes look at a cable news channel, highlighting the pressures and ethical dilemmas of the industry, similar to another series' exploration of the music business.
Fakt: The show was created by Aaron Sorkin, known for his fast-paced dialogue. It was inspired by real-life news events and figures.


Masters of Sex (2013)
Beschreibung: Explores the groundbreaking work of sex researchers in the mid-20th century, paralleling another series' focus on revolutionary changes in a different industry.
Fakt: The show is based on the biography of William Masters and Virginia Johnson. It was noted for its frank discussions about sexuality and relationships.


The Americans (2013)
Beschreibung: A Cold War-era drama that blends personal and professional tensions, much like how another show intertwines personal drama with the music industry's demands.
Fakt: The show was praised for its authentic use of Russian language and culture. It was based on real-life Soviet sleeper agents in the U.S.


Ray Donovan (2013)
Beschreibung: A drama about a fixer for the rich and famous in Hollywood, echoing the themes of power, corruption, and personal demons found in another series about the music industry.
Fakt: The show was originally set in New York but was moved to Los Angeles. It explores themes of family loyalty and redemption.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: A British crime drama set in the aftermath of WWI, focusing on a gang's rise to power, much like how another series depicts the rise and fall of music industry figures.
Fakt: The show's title refers to the gang's practice of sewing razor blades into the peaks of their caps. It has been praised for its stylish cinematography and soundtrack.


Halt and Catch Fire (2014)
Beschreibung: Centered around the tech boom of the 1980s, it mirrors the entrepreneurial spirit and industry revolutions seen in another series about the music world.
Fakt: The title refers to a computer machine code instruction that causes the computer to stop functioning. The show was initially overlooked but gained a cult following after its cancellation.
