The Most Anticipated TV Shows Still To Come In 2024
Nowadays, it can be hard to realize that a year is half over until it's already passed that threshold. Considering how much there is to keep up with and how much there is to do, it's hard to keep track of even our desires as we move into the summer.
That goes double when deciding what new shows to watch. There's always something coming out on the wide array of networks and streaming services available now and these shows don't have much time to find their footing. So it can be so helpful to know what you want to support before they even hit their premieres.
Sunny (Apple TV+) - July 10
In this new dramedy premiering on July 10, Rashida jones stars as Suzie, an American woman living in Kyoto, Japan, with her husband and son. Tragically, her life seems on the verge of falling part when her loved ones disappear after a mysterious plane crash.
However, the management at her husband's electronics company decided to support her grief with a domestic robot named Sunny. Unlike more sinister robots like M3GAN or HAL 9000, however, Sunny is poised to become Suzie's investigation partner as she searches for answers about what happened to her family.
Eva Lasting: Season 2 (Netflix) - July 10
Eva Lasting is an acclaimed coming-of-age series set in 1970s Colombia that follows a rebellious strong-willed young girl named Eva as she enrols in an all-boys school. While she shakes things up in her new environment, she also starts a tumultuous romance with a boy named Camilo.
However, Camilo's actions outside the relationship make its future uncertain at the beginning of Season 2. Given Eva Lasting's tendency to blend Eva's story with real historical events, it also remains to be seen what else will be lurking in the background as the troubled young lovers figure out how to deal with their situation.
Receiver (Netflix) - July 10
This ambitious new Netflix docuseries re-examines the 2023 NFL season with a focus on five of the league's most highly regarded wide receivers. Rather than examining the games as a whole, the series has a narrower focus and looks at the season from the perspectives of Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Deebo Samuel, and Amon-Ra St. Brown.
While the filmmakers frequently interview these five men throughout the series, viewers will also be treated to on-the-field commentary taken mid-game, as the players are all equipped with microphones. Football fans who want to know what it's like on the other side of the pass need look no further.
Vikings: Valhalla Season 3 (Netflix) - July 11
Set 100 years after the original Vikings series, Vikings: Valhalla takes a fictionalized approach to the famous Viking discoveries and conquests that characterized the 11th Century. As such, the voyages of Leif Erickson are a major focal point of the series, as are the conquests of William The Conqueror, a descendent of the Viking leader Rollo.
In addition to continuing the battle for Norway that unfolded in Season 2, Season 3 promises to see its main characters venture out from Scandinavia and into the rest of the world. Given the show's tendency to play fast and loose with history, however, it's unclear what exactly will happen.
Sausage Party: Foodtopia (Prime Video) - July 11
Set after the events of the raunchy 2016 animated movie, Sausage Party: Foodtopia sees Seth Rogen, Kristen Wiig, and Michael Cera return as Frank the hot dog, Brenda the bun, and Barry the deformed sausage. As it turns out, the supermarket overthrow from the movie was just the beginning.
Now that the sentient food items have liberated themselves from the yoke of human consumption, they now face the even bigger question of how to start their own food society. Naturally, that doesn't prevent them from finding time to engage in the same over-the-top antics that morbidly fascinated audiences and made them laugh in 2016.
Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer (Hulu) - July 11
Whether people like it or not, true crime has proved an enduring subject of widespread public fascination. Yet while some docuseries that light a fire under audiences focus on specific cases, Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer focuses on the work of one specialist who dove in the mindset real killers like never before.
Dr. Ann Burgess is a legendary figure in the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit who changed how authorities hunt serial killers forever. As she emphasized, catching one requires thinking like one. And this series — executive produced by Elle and Dakota Fanning — gives audiences direct insight into Dr. Burgess's process as she examines the minds of notorious killers.
Me (Apple TV+) - July 12
Like many stories that see a kid learn hard lessons while growing up, Me follows a young man trying to make his way at his new school. However, that isn't the biggest concern on his mind, nor is his acclimation to his newly joined family.
Instead, 12-year-old Ben Vasani is forced to come face-to-face with the fact that he can shapeshift and become whoever he wants. Yet, not only does this put him in the path of enemies with superpowers, but it makes the already difficult question of who he wants to be in life all the more complicated.
Bye Bye Earth (Crunchyroll) - July 12
This fascinating anime series follows Belle Lablac, a young woman with a very large sword called Runding, which she trusts with her life as she embarks on a perilous adventure. Still, no danger can deter her from her quest to find any remaining human life in the world.
This comes after a lifetime of living as the only human in a world populated with anthropomorphic creatures. Lablac never found a way to belong in their world, so she heads off to find a place where she's more accepted and believes that requires finding more humans.
Emperor of Ocean Park (MGM+) - July 14
In this intriguing drama, a young man named Talcott Garland has his idyllic life rocked by the death of his father, a prominent judge named Oliver — played by Forest Whitaker. Despite his character's fate, Whitaker co-stars throughout the series, appearing in a series of flashbacks.
If the grief wasn't enough for Talcott, however, an encounter with former journalist Mariah Garland starts to lead him towards the idea that his father's death had conspiratorial origins. Although Mariah has a tendency to give too much credence to such theories, it's hard for Talcott to shake the feeling that she may be right.
Wonderoos - July 15
Although the Wonderoos have existed online for at least a few years, these colorful characters are now getting their own Netflix series that's perfect for young children! Viewers will follow Kiki the cat, Dewey the dog, Hazzy the elephant, Luly the rabbit, and Teshi the turtle as they all experience the great unknown together.
In each episode of Wonderoos, the titular characters will make new friends, they new cuisines, and come across a slew of new discoveries as they explore the wonders of Candoo City.
Mafia Spies (Paramount+) - July 16
In the wake of President Kennedy's assassination, the bizarre events of that fateful day led many to search for alternate explanations for what may have happened. This widespread obsession led some to dig into a secret chapter in history known as "Operation Mongoose."
Although its connection to the JFK incident is tenuous at best, the bizarre plot that saw the C.I.A. collaborate with American mafia organizations to try and assassinate Cuban leader Fidel Castro is story worth telling on its own. Indeed, that's exactly the aim of Mafia Spies, a new docuseries coming to Paramount+.
Simone Biles Rising (Netflix) - July 17
While there is much about Simone Biles's incredible gymnastic career that could warrant exploration in a documentary like Simone Biles Rising, this Netflix docuseries begins with her appearance at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Although she did so with a heavy heart, the compaction of pressure, self-doubt and mental health struggles led the seemingly unstoppable champion to pull out of the games.
However, the series doesn't end there. For it's really about Biles's efforts to work through her traumatic history, confront the complexities of her inner struggles, and regain the confidence that powered her gymnastic excellence before. Indeed, it's called Simone Biles Rising for a reason.
Those About To Die (Peacock+) - July 18
Featuring Anthony Hopkins as the Roman Emperor Vespasian, Those About To Die is a drama series with a specific focus on Rome's gladiatorial games. Rather than a story of a disgraced Roman general who turns the tables on the emperor like Gladiator, this series seems a little more grounded.
Instead, the minds behind it are more interested in telling the story of how Rome's bloody entertainment industry worked through the perspectives of a diverse cast of intriguing characters. It may not be 100% historically accurate either, but it's likely closer to the truth.
Kite Man: Hell Yeah! (Max) - July 18
For those unfamiliar, Kite Man is a minor DC villain best known as Poison Ivy's ex-fiancé in Harley Quinn. As it turned out, he was an endearing enough character who people felt sorry enough for after season one of Harley Quinn to earn him his own show.
Since even he knows he's not exactly the most powerful villain in the DC Universe, this series focuses more on his ownership of the dive bar Noonan's with his new partner, Golden Glider. Although he still commits crimes in Kite Man: Hell Yeah!, they're supposed to finance this bar.
Lady In The Lake (Apple TV+) - July 19
Despite what its name would suggest, AppleTV+'s Lady In The Lake isn't an origin story for the mystic who presented Excalibur to King Arthur. Instead, the title is a reference to a young woman who was murdered in 1960s Baltimore.
In this limited series, Natalie Portman plays Maddie Schwartz, an investigative journalist who teams up with a fellow mother and progressive firebrand named Cleo Sherwood — played by Moses Ingram — to figure out what happened to the victim.
Betty La Fea, The Story Continues (Prime Video) - July 19
Long before the American version of Ugly Betty, there was a Colombian sitcom about a woman named Betty La Fea, an unglamorous woman who tries to break into the fashion industry. It was called Yo Soy Betty, La Fea, and it saw Betty fall deeply in love with her boss.
Well, the new Amazon Prime series called Betty La Fea, The Story Continues, catches up with her 20 years later, after she got everything she wanted and now has a teenage daughter of her own. Since her marriage is falling apart and she's struggling to connect with this daughter, however, Betty's adventures are far from over.
Snowpiercer Season 4 (AMC) - July 21
After Bong Joon Ho's Snowpiercer turned out to be a global phenomenon in 2013, it became clear that the cold, brutal, and post-apocalyptic world of the perpetual train society was fascinating enough to sustain a a whole TV series. This year, that series is about to enter its final season.
After three seasons on TNT, AMC picked up Snowpiercer so its exciting conclusion could be told. It promises to be the culmination of all the power struggles, uneasy alliances, and external threats that have threatened this train's socially stratified passengers at every turn.
Dress My Tour (Hulu) - July 23
In Hulu's latest competition series, 11 aspiring fashion designers pit their skills against each other to impress a music star with the right designs to take on tour. The designer who succeeds will not only make their mark on a high-profile celebrity but win $100,000.
As for the stars involved, the singers in need of a new stylist in Dress My Tour range from veteran acts like Paula Abdul and Toni Braxton to newer entertainers like Coi Leray, Jojo Siwa, French Montana, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Time Bandits (Apple TV+) - July 24
Based on Terry Gilliam's wondrous and imaginative 1981 fantasy film, this TV adaptation follows a similar story of a young boy who discovers a portal through time in his bedroom. In the process, he meets a wide array of humorous and bizarre characters that fit Gilliam's Monty Python pedigree.
This time, however, the main creative force is another man known for blending wacky and disturbing material together: Taika Waititi of Jojo Rabbit and Thor: Ragnarok fame. Although Gilliam has expressed frustration about his disconnection from the project, only time will tell as to how closely the series approaches his original vision.
Tokyo Swindlers (Netflix) - July 25
This new Japanese drama series, coming to Netflix, follows a group of con artists who specifically target Tokyo's out-of-control real estate market. However, the real crux of the series is a plot of land near a temple believed to be worth 10 billion yen.
This serious opportunity compels the con artists to plan their biggest, most high-risk job yet. According to Deadline, Netflix is putting the show's first two seasons on the platform at once, so audiences won't have to wait to catch more of the intrigue inherent in Tokyo Swindlers.
The Decameron (Netflix) - July 25
A long-awaited adaptation of the transgressive but heartfelt 14th Century writings of Giovanni Boccaccio, The Decameron follows a group of nobles and their servants as they retreat to a villa to wait out the Black Death. However, they soon learn that they're no more immune to the plague than anyone else.
However, this fact only scratches the surface of how surreal this story gets as their wild and unfettered partying teeters more toward bizarre disaster. When the very name of a book makes literary scholars blush, that's a great sign that this will be a wild story.
Women In Blue (Apple TV+) - July 31
Women In Blue takes viewers back to 1971 when Mexico established its first female police force. Yet, while the four women in this force already have their hands full with the ultra-conservative society their new job rails against, their worries soon intensify.
That's because they learn that their roles are merely a publicity stunt to distract the public from a menacing serial killer. Thus, the four women resolve to demonstrate their own merits and protect their fellow women by catching the killer themselves.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix) - August 1
Based on a best-selling series of novels, A Good Girl's Guide To Murder follows a young woman named Pip Fitz-Amobi as she works to solve the murder of a popular schoolgirl named Andie Bell five years prior.
Although Bell's boyfriend confessed to the murder before taking his own life, Pip believes there's more to the story. Thus, she sets out with the supposed killer's brother, Ravi, to discover the real murderer's identity and finally grant a heartbroken town some closure.
The Umbrella Academy Season 4 (Netflix) - August 8
After the series of grand, polarizing changes that left viewers stunned and confused during The Umbrella Academy's third season, eyes immediately turned to the future in the hopes that season four would make it all make sense. At last, it's almost here.
However, fans will simply need to be satisfied with how season four ties this sprawling, time and universe-bending series together because it's the final season the show will have. What will happen to the Hargreeves siblings, let alone the world itself? Audiences will find out very soon!
Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Paramount+) - August 9
Although it just feels like the world has just been subject to a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot, this new animated series from Paramount+ has a little extra twist. What sets this series apart from other Ninja Turtles cartoons is that they aren't in it together as often as this image implies.
Instead, Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles tells the story of these turtles as individual people rather than as a cohesive unit. The turtles have never been separated from each other as long as in this new series, and all of them have to find out if they can make it work the hard way.
Industry Season 3 (HBO) - August 11
For those who haven't caught up with the series, Industry tells the story of a group of ambitious young traders fighting to break into the world of finance after the 2008 global economic crash. Although Season 3 picks up after these folks have found their footing, that doesn't mean it'll be smooth sailing for them.
After all, it comes in the wake of the group's major betrayal of their former boss and leaves the viewer in rapt anticipation of his retaliatory response. Can they wriggle out of his plans? There's only one way to find out.
SEAL Team Season 7 (Paramount+) - August 11
After several seasons following the Bravo Team throughout their missions across the world, CBS's SEAL Team is now on the cusp of its final season. And after the devastating loss of a fan-favorite character and a tense extraction from the Middle East, there's much about this show to conclude.
While the season promises to bring the team its toughest challenges, it's also likely to serve as a powerful reminder of how these soldiers reached their elite status in the first place. If anyone can beat the odds stacked against them, it's this team.
Emily In Paris Part I and Part II (Netflix) - August 15, September 12
Since its popular but polarizing debut, Emily In Paris has followed American marketer Emily Cooper as she revolutionizes a Paris advertising firm while also staying on top of her various romantic entanglements. Now, it seems the next chapter of her tale will be resolved in two parts.
The first half of the sprawling fourth season will hit Netflix on August 15, while the second part (or Season 4B) will follow on September 12. Curiously, the word is that this isn't even supposed to be the final season, so there must be a great deal of ground to cover.
Pachinko Season 2 (Apple TV+) - August 23
Although it's true that the show's opening takes place in a Pachinko parlor, the story of this critically acclaimed series is more about the gamble that a couple made in pursuing their forbidden love. The fallout from their romance turns out to be a multi-generational epic that follows the struggles of their descendants.
Considering that Pachinko seems to cover four generations of characters, it's hard not to feel like things are just getting started as the show's second season looms. Follow one Korean family as they try to make their way from their homeland to Japan and The United States.
Only Murders In The Building Season 4 (Hulu) - August 27
Thanks to the real-life chemistry of its stars and its light-hearted tone, Only Murders In The Building has proved a consistent success that presents a new building with a new murder to solve each season. After true crime fans Charles-Haden Savage, Oliver Putnam, and Mabel Mora forge an unlikely alliance over a genuine murder in their building, they take their detective skills further.
Yet, while the previous season's adventures saw the investigative trio sort out a tricky case in a spooky old theater, details are sparse about where their next adventures will take them. Wherever it is, hijinks are sure to ensue.
Slow Horses Season 4 (Apple TV+) - September 4
Slow Horses presents a unique take on spy thrillers, as the series follows a team of MI5 agents who only ended up in the department they did due to career-ruining mistakes. Yet, while the unit seeks redemption throughout the series, they soon find that it comes at a cost.
After all, once their superiors start taking them more seriously, so do their enemies. By the time this show's plot enters its fourth season, power struggles both within and outside of MI5 threaten the Slow Horses in unexpected ways.
Three Women (Starz) - September 13
This new drama series is so intimate and explicit that it made it hard to shop around to networks, but Three Women still tells an important story. As a writer named Gia — played by Shailene Woodley — grieves the loss of her family, she gets the idea to bring together three women shunned for their most intimate desires and encourages them to share their stories.
Together, they are Sloane (a woman who "swings" with her chef husband), Lina (a homemaker stuck in a passionless marriage who transformed her life with an affair), and Maggie (a student who was ostracized after exposing her inappropriate teacher).In telling their stories, Gia shies away from nothing.
Tulsa King Season 2 (Paramount+) - September 15
After his release from prison, mafia capo Dwight 'The General' Manfredi finds himself exiled to Tulsa, Oklahoma. There, he assembles a new crew and starts a new criminal empire from the ground up with the help of an unlikely group of misfits.
By Season Two of Tulsa King, however, his work is already yielding some impressive results. However, both his old beefs from back home and his ill-advised dalliances with ATF agent Stacy Beale present a two-pronged threat to both Manfredi's new associates and his remaining family.
La Maison (Apple TV+) - September 20
This French drama centers around the iconic (fictional) LEDU fashion house, which finds itself at the center of a potentially ruinous scandal. Although this could mean the end of the founding LeDu family, salvation could come from an unlikely source.
By the time the events of La Maison unfold, Perle Foster and Paloma Castel were already in the midst of struggling to find their place in the family. However, their handling of the family's delicate matters could not only accomplish that but also reclaim LEDU's place in the fashion world.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol Season 2 (AMC) - September 29
Following the finale of the long-running The Walking Dead series in 2022, two spin-offs followed a year later. While one centers around Rick Grimes and Michonne, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon sees the titular character wash up in France without any explanation.
Although the first season followed Daryl as he and his new allies wandered France for a passage home, its stunning finale also compelled him to take care of some important business in his new environment. While this might seem like it frees up his focus to concentrate on his journey, it's hard to say what will happen.
Joan (CW) - October 2
The new drama series Joan follows the titular character as she lives the thrilling life of a jewel thief. Yet, as glamorous and powerful as she seems while she plies her trade, Joan is the one who's under the thumb of her own life of crime.
That's because her temptation to keep up the life only jeopardizes her attempts to win her daughter back from Social Services. Can Joan navigate her double life, or will some truly difficult sacrifices need to be made?
Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft (Netflix) - October 10
Since the idea of both film and TV adaptations of video games presents a much more viable prospect than it did in decades past thanks to successes like Arcane and The Last Of Us, it only seems right that enduring legend Lara Croft would get her own animated series.
Yet, while the film series starring Angelina Jolie took its cues from the '90s video games, Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft is supposed to take place after the events of the rebooted video game series. That means fans can expect a more vulnerable, bow-wielding Lara Croft in situations that truly test her survival skills.
Disclaimer (Apple TV+) - October 11
Disclaimer sees Cate Blanchette star as Catherine Ravenscroft, a journalist known for making TV documentaries that reveal the secrets of long-respected public and private institutions. However, Ravenscroft discovers that her own darkest secret is about to bubble to the surface.
She finds this out from a novel that mysteriously appears on her bedside table, and she is horrified to discover that she's a major character. It's unclear what secret is haunting her to her core and how the author knows it, but those are the very questions the series is teasing the answers to.
Yellowstone Season 5B - November 10
Although Yellowstone proved a runaway hit for the Paramount Network, fans who were expecting to see the dramatic conclusion to the Dutton Family's struggles to keep their prized Montana land have had to wait longer than they expected. And it wasn't just because the show's ultimate fifth season was split into two parts.
Indeed, this show was supposed to wrap up in November of 2023. However, the events of the writer's and actor's strikes of 2023 pushed back the filming of this final season until its release on November 10. Hopefully, there will be no further ado before fans finally get to see this story end.
Outlander Season 7B (Starz) - November 22
Generally, a sprawling epic like the time-traveling romantic adventure series Outlander splits its final season into two parts. However, that does not appear to be the case for the second part of Season 7, as Season 8 is supposed to be the show's last.
For the last seven seasons, Outlander has explored World War II combat nurse Claire Randall's inner turmoil as she draws closer to her circumstantial husband, Jamie. At the same time, she's struggled with the memory of the husband waiting in her own time. Although this season is unlikely to see that turmoil resolved, it draws the audience closer to the show's true conclusion.
Say Nothing (FX) - November 14
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Those who read Patrick Radden Keefe's gripping account of The Troubles in Northern Ireland have been anticipating this limited series adaptation, which had a premiere date of November 14th.
The series is centered around the disappearance and murder of Jean McConville in Belfast in 1972 - a case that wasn't solved for more than 25 years. It stars Lola Petticrew as Dolours Price, Hazel Doupe as Dolours' sister Marian, and Josh Finan as Gerry Adams.
Our Oceans (Netflix) - November 20
Another high-budget nature documentary with a compelling message about conservation, Our Oceans is a five-part documentary series on Netflix that's narrated by former president Barack Obama.
It's a passion project for the Obamas, as Barack grew up in Hawaii as an advocate for marine ecology. Much like the legendary Planet Earth, Our Oceans took years to shoot, with 728 crew members working for more than 53,000 hours across all of Earth's continents to make it a reality.
Adoration (Netflix) - November 20
A teen drama from Italian director Stefano Mordini, Adoration (or Adorazione in Italian), has received strong reviews ever since its premiere at the 19th Rome Film Festival in October of 2024.
The six-part drama stars Alice Lupparelli and Noemi Megagnini as two teenagers who find themselves thrown into a role as crime solvers. It's centered around the mystery of the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl, and offers plenty of beautiful scenic shots of summertime in southern Italy.
Cruel Intentions (Prime Video) - November 21
Not to be confused with the late '90s movie that it's based on, Cruel Intentions tells the story of manipulative step-siblings vying for social clout at a college in Washington, D.C.
This TV adaptation has been in the works for a long time — the plan first surfaced in 1999, a full quarter of a century ago. The TV show stars Sarah Catherine Hook, Zac Burgess, and Savannah Lee Smith.
The Sex Lives of College Girls: Season 3 (Max) - November 21
This popular comedy-drama is set to return to Max in November for its third season. Like the first two seasons, season three will revolve around roommates Kimberly, Bela, and Leighton as they navigate life at college in Vermont.
The first two seasons have been hailed for their warm-hearted take on college life, along with strong performances from the three leads. Season three takes on a weekly release schedule, with the final episode airing in late January.
Based on a True Story: Season 2 (Peacock) - November 21
Season one of Based on a True Story, starring Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina, was well received for its cutting satire of true crime along with its subtly humorous tone.
Following the success of season one, season two started shooting in earnest after it was renewed last October. Cuoco and Messina will reprise their roles as a true-crime obsessed real estate agent and former tennis pro respectively.
A Man on the Inside (Netflix) - November 21
Ted Danson stars in the new comedy series A Man on the Inside, which was created by comedy veteran Michael Schur, who worked on The Office and Parks and Recreation.
In addition to Danson, the series stars Mary Elizabeth Ellis of It's Always Sunny fame, along with Stephanie Beatriz from Brooklyn Nine-Nine. With all of these comedic forces joining up, it's sure to be a compelling show when it's released on Netflix in November.
Tokyo Override (Netflix) - November 21
An anime series produced by Yamaha Motor Company and Honda ought to offer plenty of pulse-pounding, pedal to the metal action, and that's what Tokyo Override promises to deliver.
The plot revolves around a teenage orphan hacker in futuristic Tokyo who's forced to untangle a murder case after assisting a gang of bikers. It's sure to offer plenty of stylized visuals, along with thrilling motorcycle chases.
Saudi Pro League: Kickoff (Netflix) - November 21
The Saudi Pro League has been controversial since the start, with billionaires paying out big bucks to convince the world's best soccer players to join their upstart league — despite a perceived lack of fan support.
Whatever your thoughts on this league, there's no denying its star power, with legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Karim Benzema all suiting up. Netflix has sent its cameras to Saudi Arabia to produce a sports documentary series on the league.
The Sing Sing Chronicles (MSNBC) - November 23
This documentary series takes on a personal tone from the outset, as it's centered around Jon-Adrian Velazquez, a man who was incarcerated at the infamous Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York.
Velazquez is joined by reporter Dan Slepian, as the two embark on an investigative quest for justice. The series branches out from the Velazquez angle to explore the stories of five inmates who were wrongfully convicted and imprisoned.
It's in the Game: Madden NFL (Prime Video) - November 24
While the series hasn't been a critical success for a while, there's no denying the popularity of EA Sports' Madden Football video game series — a series that's been going strong since EA founder Trip Hawkins partnered with legendary football coach John Madden in the late '80s.
The series takes a look at more than thirty years of Madden development, from its early days as a football sim to its current status as a cultural juggernaut.
Chef's Table - Season 7 (Netflix) - November 27
Chef's Table is the rare Netflix series that persists beyond its first couple of seasons - possibly owing to its satisfying and straightforward narrative, which profiles the lives and kitchens of successful chefs.
Unlike earlier seasons, volume seven of the acclaimed series doesn't have a set theme. Instead, it takes a globetrotting journey from Philadelphia to New York to Spain to Mexico City. All four episodes of the newest instalment will release on November 27.
The Madness (Netflix) - November 28
This limited series stars Colman Domingo as a pundit who's forced to clear his name after accidentally witnessing a murder. It also stars Marsha Stephanie Blake, Gabrielle Graham, and John Ortiz.
The stakes are high from the start for Domingo's character, and things get more intense throughout the series' eight-episode arc. Various episodes are directed by Canadian director Clément Virgo, who also directed Brother and The Book of Negroes.
Senna (Netflix) - November 29
The late racing driver Ayrton Senna is a legendary figure in his native Brazil, and various documentaries and adaptations have been made to discuss his incredible life.
This upcoming series, titled simply Senna, stars Gabriel Leone in the title role, and follows the life of Senna from the beginning of his career in the 1980s, through his success later in the decade, and finally his death at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix.
The Agency (Showtime) - November 29
Fans of spy thrillers will likely gravitate to The Agency, which is based around a government department that trains and handles deep-cover agents on long-term missions.
The espionage thriller stars Michael Fassbender, Jodie Turner-Smith, Jeffrey Wright, and Richard Gere. Based on the critically acclaimed French series Le Bureau des Légendes, the U.S. adaptation is produced by George Clooney. It's set to premiere in late November.
Creature Commandos (Max) - December 3
DC Comics will take a swing at an animated adaptation of one of their properties with Creature Commandos, set to premiere in December. It's the first TV series in the DC Universe, so is essentially a must-watch for DC fans.
Events pick up after the first season of Peacemaker, where Amanda Waller assembles a team of black ops monsters known as the Creature Commandos. If it's a success, we'll no doubt see future installments in the DC Universe.
Hard Knocks: In Season with the AFC North (HBO) - December 3
HBO's long-running NFL documentary series Hard Knocks added a compelling new angle in recent years as it followed teams during the regular season and not just during training camp.
Hard Knocks: In Season with the AFC North will tweak the formula further, as it follows an entire NFL division rather than just a single team. It promises to be a fascinating inside look at the rough-and-tumble AFC North during the early stages of the 2024 season.
Black Doves (Netflix) - December 5
Another spy thriller with an impressive roster of stars, Black Doves was created by British writer Joe Barton and stars Keira Knightley, Sarah Lancashire, and Ben Whishaw.
The plot revolves around Helen, played by Knightley, as she begins an affair that threatens to expose her secret identity. It's full of shady characters in the London underworld and promises to be full of twists and turns as the plot develops.
One Hundred Years of Solitude (Netflix) - December 11
This isn't the first adaptation of the seminal 1967 Gabriel García Márquez novel, but it might be the best we've seen. Planned for a two-season arc, season one of One Hundred Years of Solitude will consist of eight episodes, all released at once on Netflix.
The series will, of course, be based on the novel, which tells the story of a multi-generational family with elements of magical realism. It's one of the most acclaimed books of the 20th century, which makes the TV adaptation a must-watch.
Dexter: Original Sin (Showtime) - December 15
The Dexter universe has added another chapter with the release of Dexter: Original Sin, which serves as a prequel to the main series. This prequel stars Patrick Gibson as Dexter Morgan, while Michael C. Hall — who played Dexter in the original series — will narrate.
We don't know much about the plot at this point, but with stars like Christian Slater, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Patrick Dempsey on the cast list, it looks to be a compelling series to watch.
