Can't say I would appreciate watching shows that way, particularly Dramas.
I like the anticipation of being in the dark and wondering where the plot will go.
I can see less issue for something with less of an overarching plot, like Star Trek or Doctor Who, where the chronology isn't so important.
But I wouldn't consider it for something like Game of Thrones or Breaking Bad.
I kind of do that samething, but with video games.
This I can relate to more. One of the unintended benefits is that often later games in a series are more advanced technologically and visually, plus their gameplay can be more refined, such as Mass Effect 2/3 compared to 1.
This makes it easier to get into the series as an aged game can be frustrating. Starting on a more accessible later game may draw you into the series and lore and give you the motivation to put up with the older game.
