15 Miniseries For Your Next Quick Weekend Watch
Handpicked selections for the upcoming long weekend!
Even with the upcoming three-day weekends in August, television time is still not enough for a number of reasons. In these uncertain times, we try to balance aspects of life as much as possible—working from home, coping with the current state of the nation, just not having the strength to invest in three or more seasons of just one show, to name just a few. But we all deserve to treat ourselves, so even if it’s past the long breaks, bookmark this page to pick and select your next quick binge watch.
15 Quick Miniseries To Binge
15 Quick Miniseries To Binge
Love Life (HBO Max)
Anna Kendrick executive produces and stars as Darby Carter in the first season of this HBO series about the triumphs and pitfalls of love. Described as a romantic comedy anthology series, each season is devoted to a thorough and comprehensive exploration of love in all aspects of her life along with her friends in New York City.
Fleabag (Amazon Prime)
Based off a one-woman show of the same name, this series follows the eponymous Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) who utilises the fourth wall to echo her thoughts to the audience as a sexually confident, cynical and angst-ridden single woman living in London. Divided into two seasons, the six episode arcs show off her character progression and regression as she goes on a journey of self-discovery. The first season is a slow and sometimes painful watch, but it reaches a bittersweet holy ground in the second season.
Russian Doll (Netflix)
This comedy-drama has Natasha Lyonne as Nadia, a cynical New Yorker who gets hit by a car on her 36th birthday. But life doesn’t seem to be done with her as she finds herself dying and re-living that exact same moment. Caught in a mysterious time loop, she explores and gets to the bottom of it in this eight-episode show.
The Boys (Amazon Prime)
Imagine living in a world run by superheroes. It sounds just about perfect to move there, right? Wrong. This wild ride of a series explores the two-sided coin of hero life and presents the greater good as an actual commodity, as a marketing ploy for citizens to rely on these superhumans. Enter Hughie Campbell, whose girlfriend is accidentally yet gruesomely murdered by one of the superheroes and forms a group of ragtag anti-‘supes’ who vow revenge on these corrupt-ridden ‘do-gooders.’
The Haunting of Hill House (Netflix)
Who has ever heard of a horror series that makes you cry? Don’t let the slow burn scares fool you (though they’re very good, especially the opening scene where you are left to stare at a dark, dimly lit hallway for twenty seconds waiting) because at the core of it, it’s a story of a family experiencing the after effects of living in Hill House, and how returning back to the house after a second bout of tragedy leads them to heal from the past that haunts them.
When They See Us (Netflix)
This true crime miniseries details the events of Trisha Meili, who was raped in 1989 while on an evening run in New York’s Central Park, and the five individuals who were suspected, along with their family lives. While the five suspects were later on sentenced to prison, they filed a lawsuit on the basis of false accusation and eventual wrongful imprisonment. They were awarded a settlement some years later after serving their sentences.
The Night Of (HBO Max)
Who knew a one-night stand could lead to one’s last night? Nasir Khan offers to give a ride to a woman and takes her to a party hosted by a mutual friend. They sleep together and he wakes to find out that she has been murdered. This thrilling eight part series has Nasir fighting for his innocence as the prime suspect of the case, each episode leaving a trail behind as to what really happened that fateful evening.
Kingdom (Netflix)
This has got to be the shortest Korean television shows I know of so far, with only twelve episodes spanning two seasons. Set during the 1600s in South Korea, the King of Joseon is plagued with a mysterious illness and Crown Prince Lee Chang is caught in between this family concern and a widespread plague that is impacting his people, and eventually inciting an overthrow of the Joseon dynasty and the royal family.
Crazy Delicious (Netflix)
Three chefs take a whimsical trip down a Willy Wonka-inspired culinary stage to win the Golden Apple in this six-episode arc. Taking elements of Greek Mythology and the cutthroat cooking competition show format we have come to know and love, this show leads us through an unconventional set of food presentations and challenges with a side of quirk.
Warrior Nun (Netflix)
Demon-fighting nuns? What a wild treat. Deceased paraplegic orphan Ava wakes up to a new life purpose: join the Order of the Cruciform Sword, an age-old league of Crusader nuns who serve to fight evil. In true teenage angst fashion, Ava resists her fate but is only pulled all the more to her destiny and fights side by side with her sisters for life Beatrice, Lilith, Shotgun Mary and Camila. Toss in the enigmatic Father Vincent and the austere Mother Superion and you’ve got an adventure like no other.
The Politician (Netflix)
The messy world of politics enter high school and is helmed at the reins by extremely ambitious Payton Hobart, a character reminiscent of Election’s Tracy Flick, whose inborn desire is to be president. Peppered with insights and commentary about the current state of politics and governance, the quick-paced series explores a satirical viewpoint of the complications in this field and has you begging for more each time. The second season explores Payton’s journey to state senate as he fights alongside seasoned contender Dede Standish.
Sweet Magnolias (Netflix)
For fans of sweet drama, this one’s for you. Three childhood best friends from South Carolina who call themselves the eponymous Sweet Magnolias navigate the complexities and triumphs of romance, their work and family life.
Tuca and Bertie (Netflix)
This rambunctious duo may have only graced our streaming screens for a season, but know that their adventures will always be one to remember. Tiffany Haddish and Ali Wong are Tuca and Bertie, two bird women who happen to be roommates. While they differ in personalities, their close friendship helps them navigate the diverse aspects of their life along with the rest of their animal friends.
The Morning Show (Apple TV+)
One call changes news anchor Alex Levy’s life forever — her on-air partner of 15 years Mitch Kessler is accused of sexual harassment and is fired off The Morning Show. Flying solo for the first time in forever, she strives to retain her position as the top news anchor and balancing a rivalry with fellow reporter Bradley Jackson, whose plucky and spontaneous personality lands her a spot as Alex’s new partner.
Never Have I Ever (Netflix)
A high school love triangle has never been this complicated before, mostly because it’s so difficult to pick from the two boys that vie for Devi Vishwakumar’s attention. After a horrible freshman year, Devi yearned to start over and improve her social status in school. Armed with her best friends Eleanor and Fabiola, they ease into their equally challenging sophomore year peppered with family issues, friendship rows and young love. Created by Mindy Kaling, this fast-paced story will have you clamoring for what’s next in Devi and Co.’s lives.
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