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Angels in America (2003)
Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, angels of america is one of HBO’s most iconic miniseries about the intersecting lives of New Yorkers during the 1985 AIDS epidemic (and also features a very tenacious angel played by Emma Thompson). This is one of his three shows that swept all major categories at the Emmy Awards.
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Big Little Lies (2017–2019)
Remember when getting a cast of acclaimed film actresses together in a series was considered a television event that felt like another life? Regardless of the current television climate, this murder mystery drama based on Liane Moriarty’s novel remains an unstoppable force, especially in its first season, which was entirely directed by the late Jean-Marc Vallée. There is. There are also whispers of a season 3 in development.
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Chernobyl (2019)
This English-language dramatization of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear power plant meltdown follows Jared Harris and Emily Harris, whose characters race against time to prevent further damage from one of the worst nuclear disasters of modern times. It’s a riveting miniseries with Watson’s outstanding performance. era.
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Enlightenment (2011–2013)
Before Mike White was born white lotushe made enlightened With Laura Dern. In the drama, Dern plays an office worker who rebuilds her life after losing her prestigious job. White will co-star as her new colleague on two seasons of Underrated TV.
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Deuce (2017–2019)
david simon’s deuce Examines the state of sex work in New York City in the 1970s and ’80s and the legalization of pornography during that era. The show stars James Franco as the twins and Maggie Gyllenhaal as Irene, an aspiring film director.
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Euphoria (2019–)
Okay, listen.We may never see the third season euphoria, but it’s the blueprint for the careers of some of the biggest Hollywood stars of our time, including Zendaya, Sidney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schaefer, and more. Understandable criticism aside, their performances alone are worth watching, and their portrayal of addiction may surprise you.
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Flight Attendant (2020–2022)
With greedy manic energy, Cabin attendant Kaley Cuoco executive produced and starred in the series, which aired for two highly addictive seasons, but it was a big departure from her life. big bang theory character. Beginning with Cassie (Cuoco) being framed for murder, the drama unravels a far-reaching conspiracy with a wide cast of characters, and also explores alcoholism in unexpected and moving ways.
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Girl (2012–2017)
girl It’s a relic of the Millennial era.In a sense, a spiritual successor sex and the city, Lena Dunham’s cringe-worthy comedy was ruthlessly dismantled once it aired in the social media age, creating new considerations with each episode. But the building now exists as a hilarious and thoughtfully crafted satirical time capsule of 2010s New York City, likely to be rediscovered by generations of twenty-somethings to come. There is a gender.
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Hack (2021–)
hack It’s one of the best comedies on the air today. The series follows Deborah (Jean Smart), a legendary stand-up comedian in her 1000s who hopes to help revitalize comedians’ careers in a more honest and authentic way. The story is about hiring Eva (Hannah Einbinder). There are plenty of cross-generational jokes here, and they all land with the help of brilliant comedic timing. This show also punches way above its weight with a great ensemble cast and carefully chosen guest stars. The show will return for season 3 this May.
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Harley Quinn (2019–)
Adult anime can be hit or miss, but this comedy retells the story of Harley Quinn (voiced by Kaley Cuoco) through her liberation from the Joker and her newfound relationship with Poison Ivy (Lake Bell) By centering queerness, we are forging our own path. The series’ creators say the two iconic villains (who engage in “moral evil” on the show) are in their final stages, a break from the “bury your gays” TV trope. He says this with confidence.
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High maintenance (2016-2020)
advanced maintenance This is a hidden gem in an episodic anthology format. Every episode is from the perspective of a cannabis merchant’s customers, offering a slightly different flavor, but there’s a softness that runs throughout the series that only a true stoner can craft. It’s about the intimacy of our daily lives and how cannabis is used for connection. Although the creators have parted ways with the series, HBO has not officially canceled the series, leaving the door open for future drug distribution. Before diving into the HBO-commissioned episodes, we recommend watching the Vimeo web series. Both are streaming on Max.
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Dragon’s House (2022–)
intention dragon house climb higher than ever game of thrones? Only time will tell, but it’s getting very close.? The series follows the Targaryen family in a prequel that takes place 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen. The difference here is more focus on this focused set of characters and time jumps that move the plot forward. But there’s plenty of dragonfire, intrigue, betrayal, and yes, incest here.
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I Hate Susie (2020–)
collaboration between inheritance writers Lucy Prebble and Billie Piper; I hate Susie begins when an actress (Piper)’s cell phone is hacked, exposing her dangerous photos and revealing her life. It’s back for a must-see second season in 2022. Susie took a break from scandal and took part in competition series like Dancing with the Stars.
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I know this to be true (2020)
Mark Ruffalo won a well-deserved Emmy Award for playing twin characters in this heartbreaking miniseries produced, directed and written by Derek Cianfrance (Blue Valentine). The series depicts how Dominic supports and copes with his brother Thomas, who has schizophrenia, and the cast includes Juliette Lewis, Kathryn Hahn, Rosie O’Donnell, and Archie Panjabi. There are a lot of supporting characters.
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I May Destroy You (2020)
Michaela Cole says she has written 191 drafts. I May Destroy Youis a critically acclaimed novel about a young writer, Arabella (Coel), as she reminisces about her sexual assault with the support of her friends Terry (Welsh Opiah) and Kwame (Papa Essiedu), each with their own stories. It’s a mini-series that got it. The 12-episode dark comedy Her Season is funnier and more touching than expected, and should be at the top of your list to experience the power of Michaela’s Call.
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Industry (2020–)
As a society, we should stop sleeping like this. industry. The London-based series is set in the world of finance, but it’s as much about sex, drugs and power as it is about his group of Gen Zers navigating their jobs. inheritance It’s an adult skin with standout performances from Myha’la Harold, Marisa Abela, Harry Lawtey, and their boss Ken Leung. Kit Harington and Sarah Goldberg will also appear in the upcoming third season.
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Anxiety (2016–2021)
anxiety What is it for Issa Rae girl was Lena Dunham’s. Although it’s an auteur comedy with strong performances by the cast, it was groundbreaking for HBO in that it depicted a group of black friends living their lives outside of the sitcom context and exploring their friendships, relationships, and careers. . It was also a star-making series for actors like Natasha Rothwell and Jay Ellis.
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Irma Vep (2022)
This quirky miniseries is an adaptation of Olivier Assayas’ 1996 film, in which the filmmaker returns to write and direct all eight episodes in a somewhat meta exploration of his own work and legacy. . Mila (Alicia Vikander) plays the lead character in the show-within-a-show filmed in France. The show is loose narratively and somewhat postmodern in its approach, mixing tones and surrealism with a swathe of characters, and has been described by Rotten Tomatoes as “Actatabi for cinephiles” .
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It’s a Sin (2021)
Russell T. Davies’ influence on queer British television cannot be overstated. And “It’s a Sin” is another exceptional entry on his resume. The 1980s AIDS-era miniseries is upbeat and propulsive, but it only gets more tense as the disease begins to affect the main cast (including Olly Alexander’s breakout role). .
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Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show (2024–)
Comedian Jerrod Carmichael has carved out a niche in comedy by being unabashedly honest and authentic, especially since coming out on his own special. Rosaniel. He released his series of documentaries in which he reveals every aspect of his life, from dating men on Grindr to processing coming out to his mother to confessing his romantic feelings for Tyler, the Creator. and is back with his reality show.
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