What to Watch Next if You Like ‘The White Lotus’: Nostalgic Picks With the Same Bite

The White Lotus has had people talking for years thanks to its beautiful tropical setting, complicated relationships, and major stars. With the HBO show just finishing its third season, some fans are aching for a similar vibe. Why not lean into nostalgic television shows while you wait for the next season? There were several shows throughout the 1960s and 1980s set in tropical locations and featuring rotating casts of popular guest stars.

If that’s what you’re looking for, these earlier series offer a nostalgic version of the same formula, but often with a more optimistic tone if you need something a little more positive after all of those dark twists and turns.