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The 72-Episode Series Where Doing Nothing Steals the Show
After binging “Fortunes Unveiled,” I needed another quick hit of that same energy, and let me tell you, I stumbled onto something completely different but equally brilliant. I’m talking about “Favored Without Trying,” a 72-episode comedy fantasy that had me laughing out loud with its sheer absurdity and charm.
The Plot? It’s Genius.
The setup is so simple, it’s genius. Our heroine, Serena, does something we’ve all thought about doing. On her very first day in what I assume is a new or challenging situation (likely a palace or some kind of high-stakes environment), she gets her fortune told. And the fortune’s advice? Do nothing. Literally. So, she takes it to heart.
While everyone around her is scheming, backstabbing, and getting tangled in palace drama, Serena’s strategy is a strict regimen of sleeping and eating. She is the ultimate slacker protagonist, and she is determined to be a background character in her own story. It’s the most relatable power move I’ve ever seen in a drama.
A Cat Changes Everything
Her plan to stay blissfully unbothered is perfect—until it isn’t. The inciting incident? A missing cat. This one small, furry problem catapults Serena directly into the center of everyone else’s chaos. Suddenly, the girl who wanted to do nothing is everyone’s problem, and her quiet life becomes the hottest topic in town. This twist is where the show truly shines, turning the classic “ambitious underdog” trope on its head.
This series is a breath of fresh air. It doesn’t take itself seriously, and that’s its greatest strength. Serena is hilarious in her dedication to laziness, and watching the universe conspire to drag her into adventures is pure comedic gold. The fantasy elements add a fun, whimsical layer that keeps the 72 episodes feeling light and quick.
If you’re tired of intense, high-stakes dramas and just want to watch a clever, funny show about a girl who finds success by simply refusing to participate—all while looking for a lost cat—then “Favored Without Trying” is your next perfect binge. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best-laid plans are the ones where you don’t make any at all.
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5 Stars) – A hilarious and clever twist on the genre. Perfect for a light-hearted watch.
I hope you enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed writing about it
