5 new television series you’re probably not watching but should be

Stumptown

This ABC series is part crime procedural and part family drama, with great pacing and excellent writing. Cobie Smulders, in one of her best roles yet, stars as Dex Parios, a sharp-witted military veteran who moves back to her hometown of Portland, Ore. to take care of her younger brother.

Dex is also suffering from PTSD due to her time as a Marine in Afghanistan, where she worked in military intelligence until she was injured during an explosion that killed her childhood sweetheart. Struggling to make ends meet because of heavy gambling debts and her inability to hold a job, Dex becomes a private investigator to help solve problems where police cannot be involved.

The superior cast is rounded out by Cole Sibus who plays Dex’s brother who has Down syndrome, Jake Johnson as Dex’s best friend, Camryn Manheim as a Portland police lieutenant, and Michael Ealy as Dex’s potential love interest who also happens to be a cop. With its focus on PTSD, Dex’s surly demeanor, and her vocation, viewers will absolutely get Jessica Jones vibes in the best way possible.

Ironically, Stumptown is actually based on the comic book of the same name. The series explores such topical themes as xenophobia, mental health, independence, and grief. Stumptown is currently available for streaming on Hulu and the ABC app.