Why Watching Old Reruns is Good for the Soul

Even though there's a seemingly endless array of new shows, the ones that get the most viewers are old.

Even though there’s a seemingly endless array of new shows, the ones that get the most viewers are old. “The Office” was the most-streamed show last year, despite going off the air almost 10 years ago. Other favorites include: “The Sopranos”, “Friends”, “New Girl”, and “Vampire Diaries”. A new report suggests that people may prefer older TV over new shows because it’s more familiar, comforting, and stress-free.