Looks like the Unite States is in fact in a bigger recession than us. You can judge through TV shows!
Merlin doesn't start to air in the US until 21st June. It has already began airing in Australia since 3rd May here.
This image is too cute to not post. I think I have a bit of a crush on Bradley James. Probably am too old for TV crushes. Mwha - don't care.
(I'm only kidding - can't say we can judge how bad the economy is by Merlin)