2023 brought compelling TV shows, amplifying our screen time. Brace for 2024 as streaming giants like Netflix, Prime Video, and HBO gear up for stellar productions. Here’s a concise list of the top 10 TV shows to prioritize this year. Expect game adaptations, samurai action, superhero tales, and more. Get ready to curate a watchlist that’ll impress!
1. Star Wars: The Acolyte
Introducing Star Wars: The Acolyte, a new venture in the franchise set to debut in 2024. This series delves nearly 100 years before The Phantom Menace.
This new series follows a former Padawan reunited with her Jedi Master to investigate dark crimes even more sinister than expected. Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-Jae lead the cast under Leslye Headland’s direction.
The official release date for this series has not been revealed yet. We’ll update once more information is available.
2. Shogun
Shogun, a 10-episode mini-series, is a live-action adaptation of a novel by James Clavell. This historical epic drama centers on an English sailor shipwrecked in Japan, encountering a feudal lord and a female samurai.
3. The Penguin
The Penguin TV series will feature Colin Farrell as the Penguin, continuing the character’s story following the events of The Batman. It will depict Penguin’s ascent to power in Gotham’s criminal underworld, set to premiere on Max by late 2024.
4. Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Our first encounter with Mr. and Mrs. Smith was in 2005, starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Now, this dynamic spy duo returns in a fresh reboot. The series revolves around John and Jane Smith, undercover spies posing as a married couple in an action comedy format.
5. The Boys (Season 4)
The Boys, a monumental show in OTT history, returns with its fourth season in 2024. Based on a comic book series of the same name, it showcases beloved characters like William Butcher and Homelander.
In a world where superheroes lack heroism, being instead power-hungry and evil, the most notorious is Homelander. William Butcher assembles a rebel team, “The Boys,” to end their tyranny.
The Boys Season 4 sees Victoria Neuman’s influence rise as Homelander tightens his grip on both supes and civilians. Butcher forges new alliances and intensifies his fight against Homelander’s tyranny.
6. The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
The Walking Dead, one of the longest-running shows, introduces yet another spinoff in 2024, focusing on Rick and Michonne.
Rick was presumed dead, yet proof of his survival keeps emerging. In this TV series, he escapes while Michonne searches for him. Although exact details are undisclosed, we will likely learn what happened to Rick after the bridge incident.
7. Masters of The Air
Masters of the Air, an Apple TV exclusive, is among the most intense and anticipated war adaptations, set in World War 2. It follows the 100th Bomb Group of the United States Army Air Forces, known as the “Bloody Hundredth” for their significant casualties.
This upcoming Apple TV+ series features a stellar cast, including Ncuti Gatwa, Raff Law, Barry Keoghan, Callum Turner, Austin Butler, and Freddy Carter. Masters of the Sky premieres on January 26 on Apple TV+.
8. Fallout
Fallout easily ranks among the top 10 most anticipated TV shows. It’s a live-action adaptation of the post-apocalyptic video game of the same name, depicting a world where nuclear powers escalate, leading to a Nuclear War.
9. House of the Dragon (Season 2)
Season 2 of House of Dragon is scheduled for 2024, serving as a prequel spinoff to Game of Thrones. Set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, it explores the decline of House Targaryen.
Emma D’Arcy portrays Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen. Considering the rave reviews of the first season, it’s evident this series could dominate upon release. While the new season lacks an official release date, it’s slated for summer 2024.
10. Avatar: The Last Airbender
Adapted from the beloved 2005-2008 animated series, Netflix’s live-action rendition, The Last Airbender, revolves around individuals with the power to manipulate Earth, Water, Fire, and Air.
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