There’s an unmistakable magic between Christmas and New Year’s Day. It allows us to fully revel in relaxation at home, guilt-free. We look ahead to the new year. This is the perfect time to indulge in binge-watching some exceptional shows. The film and television industry has truly excelled. It continually presents an impressive variety of well-crafted programs. These high-quality programs captivate our screens. Here are my top recommendations that you won’t want to miss.
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Dune Prophecy – APPLE TV
10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, following two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
Producers Kevin J. Anderson, Bryan H. Carroll, Angela LaManna
Developed By: Diane Ademu-JohnAlison Schapker
Stars Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Sarah-SofieBoussnina,Chloe Lea, Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Sarah-SofieBoussnina,
Genre – Drama, Science Fiction
Foundations – APPLE TV
A complex saga of humans scattered on planets throughout the galaxy all living under the rule of the Galactic Empire. Dr Hari Seldon and his loyal followers attempt to preserve their culture as the galaxy collapses around them.
Producers David S. Goyer, Josh Friedman, Michael J. Malone, Macdara Kelleher, Tim Southam, Doug Moreno
Stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace,Lou Llobell, Leah Harvey,Laura Birn, Terrence Mann,Cassian Bilton, Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Troy Kotsur, Tómas Lemarquis
Genre – Drama, Science Fiction
Landman – PARAMOUNT PLUS
Deep in the heart of West Texas, roughnecks and wildcat billionaires try to get rich quick in the oil business as oil rigs begin to dominate the state. Crisis executive Tommy Norris tries to bring his company to the top during a fuelling boom.
Producers Taylor Sheridan, Christian Wallace
Stars Billy Bob Thornton, Demi Moore, Jon Hamm, Andy Garcia, Ali Larter, Jacob Lofland, Guy Burnet, Michelle Randolph, Paulina Chávez, Kayla Wallace
Genre – Drama, Neo-Western
The Gilded Age – HBO MAX
Marian Brook, a rural girl, moves to New York after her father’s death. However, things get complicated when she must assimilate into the clan of a railroad tycoon.
Producers Julian Fellowes, Sonja Warfield
Stars Carrie Coon, Morgan Spector, Louisa Jacobson, Denée Benton, Taissa Farmiga, Harry Richardson, Blake Ritson, Thomas Cocquerel, Simon Jones, Jack Gilpin, Cynthia Nixon, Christine Baranski, Ben Ahlers, Michael Cerveris, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Debra Monk
Genre – Historical Drama
Hacks – HBO MAX
A strange mentorship develops when a legendary comedian struggling to hold on to her dwindling empire hires a young unemployed writer to liven up her material.
Producers Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky
Stars Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs
Genre – Comedy Drama Dark Comedy
Lioness – PARAMOUNT PLUS
Following a soldier called Joe as she attempts to balance her personal and professional lives while being the tip of the CIA’s spear in the war on terror.
Producers Taylor Sheridan, Thomas Brady
Stars Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira, Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, LaMonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton
Genre – Action Drama Spy Thriller
Peacemaker – HBO MAX
After recovering from his injures, Christopher Smith is forced to join a black ops squad and eliminate parasites that have taken over human bodies around the world.
Producers James Gunn
Stars John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Chukwudi Iwuji, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo
Genre – Action Black Comedy Drama SuperHero
Twisted Metal – PEACOCK
In a dystopian future, a milkman with amnesia gets the opportunity to live a better life in exchange for transporting a mysterious parcel. With a car thief by his side, he sets off on the quest.
Producers Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick,Michael Jonathan Smith
Stars Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa, Will Arnett, Thomas Haden Church, Anthony Carrigan
Genre – Action Comedy Post Apocalyptic
Slow Horses – APPLE TV
A dysfunctional team of MI5 agents and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb, navigate the espionage world’s smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.
Producers Will Smith, Morwenna Banks, Mark Denton, Jonny Stockwood
Stars Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Jonathan Pryce, Hugo Weaving, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, Aimee-Ffion Edwards
Genre – Black Comedy Drama Spy Thriller
Tokyo Vice – HBO MAX
Jake Adelstein, an American journalist, plugs into the Tokyo Vice police squad and descends into the neon underbelly of Tokyo.
Producers J.T.Rogers
Stars Ansel Elgort, Ken Watanabe, Rachel Keller, Hideaki Itō, Show Kasamatsu, Ella Rumpf, Rinko Kikuchi, Tomohisa Yamashita, Miki Maya, Yōsuke Kubozuka
Genre – Crime Drama
Girlfriend – PRIME VIDEO
Laura’s picture-perfect life starts to unravel when her son brings home a new girlfriend named Cherry; she becomes convinced that Cherry is a manipulative social climber, or is she just being paranoid?
Producers Naomi Sheldon, Gabbie Asher
Stars Robin Wright, Olivia Cooke, Laurie Davidson, Waleed Zuaiter, Tanya Moodie, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Leo Suter, Naomi Sheldon
Genre – Psycological Thriller
Well, ladies and gentlemen, that brings us to the conclusion of our list of must-watch shows for 2025! I am genuinely excited to hear your thoughts and opinions on these selections. What do you think about the shows we’ve highlighted? Are there any series that you’re particularly looking forward to? I encourage you to share your insights in the comments section below. Your perspectives can help fellow viewers discover their next favorite series, and together we can create an engaging discussion about the future of television. I can’t wait to see what you all have to say!
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