January was a long, long month. The decorations were down, everyone pretended to be sober, no one felt like socializing, and barely an hour of daylight was seen. And in many ways, February felt longer (with or without extra days). The silver lining is that the remnants of winter are the perfect time to start a new TV show. And thankfully, there are plenty of options this year. If you want to know about the best TV shows of 2024, you’ve come to the right place.
From novel adaptations to comedy debuts, 2024 is off to a strong start in television. Some of our old favorites are back (albeit disappointing) emily in paris I wasn’t ready to binge drink in the period between Christmas and New York), white lotus Star Leo Woodall has been cast as the lead in the Netflix version, directed by David Nichols. one day And Claudia Winkleman returns in Season 2 as the giant hood that wreaked havoc on the castle. traitors.
And that’s before we look to exciting debut comedies like: big moodis expected later this year and will star bridgerton and delhi girls With actor Nicola Coughlan It’s a sin Starring Lydia West. It has also been made into a TV anime. The talented Mr. Ripley You may have never heard of this movie, which will be released in April and stars the man of the moment, Andrew Scott.
In other words, we may still live in a dark and moneyless world, but there’s no longer an excuse to sit on the couch and watch old episodes. grand design and dinner date This year (though we don’t blame you if you do).
So without further ado, here’s a list of the top TV shows to get excited about this year.
What are the best TV shows of 2024?
Palm Royale – Apple TV starting March 20th
It’s always good to have a little bit of Kristen Wiig in our lives. And in March, she returns to the screen to play a woman who rebuilds her own identity after being dismissed by her husband and her entire society in the 1960s. attractive! This is an adaptation of another novel based on. Mr & Mrs American Pie Written by Juliet McDaniel.
Ripley – April 4, Netflix
for fans of The talented Mr. Ripley, This new series is a reboot with a twist. The eight-part psychological thriller dives deep into the character of Tom Ripley, played by the extremely talented Andrew Scott, and follows much the same plot as the 1999 film. Set in 1960s New York, Tom Ripley is hired by a wealthy man to persuade his wayward son to return home from Italy. However, after meeting Dickie Greenleaf (played by Johnny Flynn), Mr. Ripley becomes an obsessed and persistent criminal.
The Tattooist of Auschwitz – May 2nd, Sky Atlantic
Jonah Hauer-King, who plays Lari Sokolov, meets Anna Prosniak, who plays Gita Furman, for the first time.
the tattooist of auschwitz is a 2018 Holocaust novel by New Zealand novelist Heather Morris that has been adapted into a television drama on Sky Atlantic. The film is based on the true story of Lale Sokoloff, a Jewish prisoner who was tasked with tattooing ID numbers on the arms of prisoners at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during World War II.
Bridgerton, Season 3 – May 16, Netflix
The Shondaland series will dive into the romance between Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton), with the story deviating from the Julia Quinn books on which the show is based. ing. The first four episodes of the new season will premiere on May 16th, and the next four episodes will be available to stream on June 13th.
The Regime – Coming soon, Sky/NOW
SystemIf you can believe it, this film depicts a year in the palace of a crumbling dictatorship. In the HBO show, Kate Winslet plays the prime minister of a fictional Central European dictatorship who finds her position threatened by domestic turmoil.
Feud: Capote vs. The Swans – Coming Soon, Disney+
The second season of the “Feud” anthology, this eight-episode series is based on the best-selling book. Capote’s Women: True Stories of Love, Betrayal, and a Classic Swan Song Written by Lawrence Riemer. The film tells the story of how acclaimed author Truman Capote destroys his friendships with the jet-setting socialites of New York City’s high society, and their scandalous and hedonistic pursuits. He writes novels that are lightly fictionalized accounts of his private life. answered prayers.
The Gentleman – Coming Soon, Netflix
If this name sounds familiar, it’s because it is.That is correct gentleman ‘ will be a new series that picks up where Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film of the same name left off. Eddie Halstead, played by Theo James, inherits a large tract of land from his father, only to discover that it has become part of Mickey Pearson’s weed-growing empire.
Big Mood – Coming Soon, Channel 4
we had big boys, older brother and big little liesbut in 2024 Channel 4 is presenting. big mood – Starring Lydia West and Nicola Coughlan. The six-part series will explore the complexities of female friendships in the face of serious mental illness.
Emily in Paris, Season 4 – Coming Soon, Netflix
Love it or hate it, everyone’s guilty pleasure is returning for a fourth season in 2024. Our favorite expat Emily is still in Paris, but her love life is still in turmoil and season 3’s cliffhanger is still unresolved. I can’t wait to see what nonsense storylines and outrageous costumes the show has in store.
Joan – Coming Soon, ITVX
Fashionable woman Sophie Turner stars as infamous jewel thief Joan Hannington in an upcoming ITV drama. The six-part series is based on the main character’s memoirs. I Am What I Am: The true story of Britain’s most notorious jewel thiefset in the vibrant 1980s London.
Kaiser Karl – Coming Soon, Disney+
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kaiser curl is an upcoming French original series that chronicles the rise of fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld through the world of high fashion in 1970s Paris. The story takes place in 1972, when Lagerfeld, 38, was a little-known fashion designer. After meeting and falling in love with Jacques de Bascher, he finds himself competing with Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé, the head of one of the most famous fashion brands.
Black Doves – Coming soon to Netflix
Keira Knightley is returning to star in a new Netflix thriller. It is expected to land on the platform sometime in 2024. They’ve kept most of their plans secret, but here’s what we know. black dove So far: “The series follows Helen as she embarks on a passionate affair that jeopardizes her carefully constructed web of deception.”
Squid Game Series 2 – Coming soon to Netflix
The terrifying and deadly game show that won multiple awards, became a reality show, and inspired Halloween costumes around the world is back. The first series is squid game ‘ has become a global phenomenon, and the second installment will be released on Netflix later this year. The story follows Ki-hoon, who has given up on his plan to go to America and starts tracking him with a certain motive.
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Alice and Jack – now streaming on Channel 4
Victor Levin stars in this spooky romantic drama. birdmanwith andrea riseborough good timesDomhnall Gleeson. If that’s not enough, Aisling Bea, Sunil Patel, and Amy Lou Wood also star.
New Look – now streaming on Apple TV+
new look Apple TV depicts Christian Dior’s life in Paris after World War II, where he created a fashion line informally named the New Look. No, it’s not a high street brand. We are still waiting for the series to be given the green light…
One Day – Now streaming on Netflix
David Nichols fans (or anyone who admires his Northern accent), tune in for the 12-episode TV adaptation of his best-selling novel. one day. The 2011 film version, starring Anne Hathaway as northern belle Emma Morley, received mixed reviews. However, the Netflix version (starring Ambika Modh and Leo Woodall) was a huge hit. You don’t want to miss it.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith – Now streaming on Prime Video
this is Mr & Mrs Smith The reboot you didn’t know you needed, with a far less dramatic marketing strategy than the 2005 movie. Donald Glover (also known as Childish Gambino) and Maya Erskine will reprise the iconic characters first (and infamously) played by ex-lovers Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. It offers a very different and perhaps more captivating take on the story, and can be played across eight episodes.
Domino Day – now streaming on BBC Three
If you feel like watching science fiction while watching TV, you might want to check out the following shows. domino day On BBC Three. The film, starring Sienna Kelly, has been described as a modern-day witch drama about a young woman desperately trying to figure out who she is.
Masters of the Air – Now streaming on Apple TV
Good news for Austin Butler fans. He plays a pilot in this World War II drama. Based on the 2007 book Masters of the Air: American bomber boys who fought the air war against Nazi Germany Written by Donald L. Miller, it follows the U.S. Army Air Forces’ 100th Bomb Group during World War II. Yes, Austin finally succeeded in changing Elvis’ accent…
Ex Pats – Now streaming on Prime Video
Lulu Wang’s upcoming series will focus on the personal and professional lives of a close-knit group of expatriates living in Hong Kong.Her six-part series starring Nicole Kidman is based on the 2016 novel foreign resident Written by Janice Y. K. Lee. The production is described as a show in which “richness is celebrated, friendships are passionate but temporary, and private lives, deaths, and marriages are played out in public and then retold with glee.”
Griselda – Now streaming on Netflix
This is Sofia Vergara like you’ve never seen before.of modern family The star will take on the role of “cocaine godmother” Griselda Blanco in a new Netflix series about her life.Provided by the creative team behind narcosit humanizes the legendary Colombian drug lord (even Pablo Escobar was feared) and hopes to explore her origin story in a new light.
The Tourist, Series 2 – Now streaming on BBC One and iPlayer
Are you a fan of BBC drama thrillers? tourist, you’ll be pleased to know that series two, starring Jamie Dornan and Daniel Macdonald, arrived on BBC One on New Year’s Day. And this time we exchanged Australia and Ireland. Time to catch up!
The Traitors, Series 2 – Now streaming on BBC One and iPlayer
This is everyone’s favorite viral success in 2022. traitors There was no difference. Although the format was the same, the characters, development, and outcome were completely different. If you missed it for some crazy reason you can’t imagine, cancel all your plans and binge-watch it now.
True Detective, Season 4 – Now streaming, Sky/ NOW
everyone loved the first season true detective, starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson. The second season wasn’t as well received (starring Vince Vaughn, so the less said about it, the better). The third one was led by Mahershala Ali, which also didn’t have much impact. However, the fourth installment seems to have restored the show’s reputation, scoring a whopping 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Cristóbal Balenciaga – Now streaming, Disney+
If you’re looking for something visually pleasing for spring, check out this six-part scripted drama series inspired by the life and work of iconic Spanish fashion designer Balenciaga.
Nikki Peach is a news and entertainment writer at Grazia UK, covering a wide range of pop culture, television and current affairs.
