The 55 Best Miniseries To Watch In A Weekend (2024)

Television and streaming have all but taken over the screen sector, and the best miniseries to binge make TV more accessible. Without the need to invest in a long-term commitment, miniseries offer the same snappy storytelling, dramatic beats, and satisfying payoff that traditional TV does. The best miniseries have viewers hooked from start to finish, making sure that the story is short and sweet. Keeping the story refined and exciting ensures that viewers remain engaged the whole way through, which is why the best miniseries to watch over a weekend are often only a few episodes long.

In this way, some viewers feel that the best miniseries on Netflix and others are better than traditional television, where the story can stray too far from its original concept and beloved characters often leave too soon. The best miniseries to binge often deliver complex plots and compelling characters in a surprisingly short period, leaving viewers satisfied and feeling like the short series wrapped everything up well. With streaming giants like Netflix and Max adding even more miniseries to their roster, there's an ever-growing list to choose from.

55 Band Of Brothers (2001)

Easy Company's Journey Through World War II

Band of Brothers

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Band of Brothers tells the dramatized story of World War II's "Easy" company, as they go through training together, participate in major wartime events in Europe, all the way until the end of the war.

Release Date

September 9, 2001

Cast

Kirk Acevedo , Eion Bailey , Michael Cudlitz , Dale Dye , Scott Grimes , Frank John Hughes , Damian Lewis , Ron Livingston , James Madio , Neal McDonough , David Schwimmer , Richard Speight Jr. , Donnie Wahlberg , Matthew Settle , Rick Warden , Marc Warren , Dexter Fletcher , Colin Hanks , Ross McCall

Seasons

1

Band of Brothers helped to reshape television and the notion of the scope of the stories that could be told on the small screen. Produced by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, the 10-episode series is a look at World War II through the eyes of the members of a company of American soldiers as they go from basic training to the frontlines of the war in Europe to the end of the conflict.

Band of Brothers tells the true story of Easy Company and its members in such a compelling and thrilling way, delivering the kind of big battles audiences might expect from a war movie. Throughout the 10 episodes, the entire cast of Band of Brothers helps bring these characters to life and will have the viewers riveted by their journeys through the war, wondering which of them will survive and which will fall.

54 Pride And Prejudice (1995)

The Small Screen Adaptation Of Jane Austen's Classic

Pride And Prejudice (1995)

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Pride and Prejudicefollows the turbulent relationship between Elizabeth Bennet, the daughter of a country gentleman, and Fitzwilliam Darcy, a rich aristocratic landowner. They must overcome the titular sins of pride and prejudice in order to fall in love and marry.

Release Date

October 29, 1995

Cast

Jennifer Ehle , Colin Firth , Adrian Lukis , Alison Steadman , Benjamin Whitrow , David Bamber , Susannah Harker

Creator(s)

Andrew Davies

Seasons

1.0

There have been many adaptations of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice throughout the years, but this miniseries is often regarded as the best take on the material. Jennifer Ehle stars in this version as Elizabeth Bennet, the strong-willed and opinionated girl of a household of several girls. When their community is suddenly populated with eligible bachelors, Elizabeth’s mother becomes preoccupied with finding husbands for all of her daughters while Elizabeth faces off with the seemingly standoffish Mr. Darcy (Colin Firth).

The novel is seen as one of the most romantic pieces of literature of all time but is also a perfect example of Austen’s unrivaled wit and ahead-of-its-time exploration of women of her era. This is all present in the miniseries, but it is understandable if most viewers are caught up in the engrossing love story that is passionate and intense without the two characters even sharing anything physical for much of the story.

53 Lonesome Dove (1989)

A Western Adventure Based On The Beloved Novel

Lonesome Dove

TV-14

Western

Adventure

Drama

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Lonesome Dove is a television miniseries based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Larry McMurtry. It follows retired Texas Rangers Woodrow F. Call and Augustus McCrae, played by Tommy Lee Jones and Robert Duvall, as they embark on a perilous cattle drive from Texas to Montana. Directed by Simon Wincer, the series delves into themes of friendship, adventure, and the harsh realities of life in the Old West.

Release Date

February 5, 1989

Cast

Robert Duvall , Tommy Lee Jones , Danny Glover , Diane Lane , Robert Urich , Frederic Forrest , D.B. Sweeney , Ricky Schroder

Seasons

1

Another beloved piece of literature inspired a miniseries which is celebrated for doing justice to its source material and also bringing in a new audience to the story. Lonesome Dove is an expansive Western story that takes audiences back to the end of an era and the dying days of the Old West. Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones star as two older Texas Rangers who decide to head out on an adventure, driving a cattle herd across the country.

Along with the two Oscar winners in the lead role, Lonesome Dove features a number of stand-out performances from the likes of Danny Glover, Steve Buscemi, and Chris Cooper. The epic saga is a celebration of the Old West and the way of life that was on its way out at the time. However, at the center, it is really this charming and surprisingly moving story of friendship between these two hard-working and tough old men who are by each other’s side through it all.

52 John Adams (2008)

A Look At The Career Of The Second President Of The United States Of America

John Adams

History

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The main moments in the life of John Adams, one of the great founders of the United States, including his 54-year marriage to Abigail, considered one of the most moving relationships in American history.

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Release Date

March 16, 2008

Cast

Paul Giamatti , Laura Linney , Mamie Gummer , David Morse , Rufus Sewell , Sarah Polley , Tom Wilkinson , Danny Huston

Creator(s)

Kirk Ellis

Seasons

1

While some might be turned off by a history lesson about the founding of America, John Adams is an eye-opening and thrilling look at the formation of the country’s independence through the eyes of one of its most fascinating figures. Paul Giamatti stars as John Adams, the man who would become the second President of the United States. His journey takes him through the outset of the American Revolution through his travels to France and into the early days of American politics.

Giamatti is excellent in the lead role, playing Adams as a deeply complex character who has qualities that helped shape the country, as well as deep flaws that make him a controversial founding father. He is backed by an excellent cast, featuring the likes of Tom Wilkinson as Benjamin Franklin, Stephen Dillane as Thomas Jefferson, and David Morse as George Washington. There are also some future stars in early roles, including Andrew Scott and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.

51 Roots (1977)

An African Family's American History Through Generations

Roots

TV-14

Drama

History

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Roots is a 1977 historical drama mini-series set during the United States era of slavery. The 9-time Emmy award-winning series is based on the novel Roots: The Saga of an American Family by Alex Haley. The series tells the story of Haley's family, from their ancestor Kunta Kinte all the way through his descendants' liberation.

Release Date

January 23, 1977

Cast

John Amos , Ben Vereen , LeVar Burton , Louis Gossett Jr. , Leslie Uggams , Georg Stanford Brown

Seasons

1

Roots was a television phenomenon when it aired, earning some of the highest viewership in television history for a scripted show. It has also been seen as a pivotal cultural moment in American television as it addressed the dark history of slavery as well as the rich story of African Americans in the country through an epic and expansive story. The miniseries is based on Alex Haley's 1976 novel Roots: The Saga of an American Family, exploring his ancestor’s journey.

Even decades later, Roots is a harrowing experience with some deeply upsetting moments that will stay with viewers for a long time. However, it is also an uplifting, touching, and powerful story at times, as the audience witnesses this family throughout generations maintaining a part of who they are and where they come from. With each installment jumping forward in time, it is a riveting examination of American history.

50 Get Even (2020)

Based On The Book Series Don't Get Mad By Gretchen McNeil

Get Even (2020)

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In Get Even, four teenage girls at an elite private school form DGM (Don't Get Mad), a secret group dedicated to exposing bullies and injustices. While maintaining their everyday school life, they secretly orchestrate elaborate schemes to avenge their peers. However, when they become the prime suspects in a murder case, the girls must play a dangerous game of cat and mouse to clear their names.

Cast

Kim Adis , Bethany Antonia , Jessica Alexander , Mia McKenna-Bruce

Release Date

February 14, 2020

Creator(s)

Holly Phillips

Based on the book series Don’t Get Mad, Get Even was initially produced for BBC iPlayer before Netflix picked it up internationally. The series follows a group of teenage girls who take the bullying culture of their British school into their own hands, dubbing themselves DGM, as they take revenge on those who bully their classmates. When the secret group is implicated in a murder, however, they have to find a way to clear their names.

The show features more twists and turns than almost any other modern mystery on TV. It fleshes out what could be stereotypical character types very quickly, making for a compelling and dramatic short series. The young teen characters in the middle of the high-stakes mystery add an exciting new element to the typical thriller genre with the strong ensemble providing a lot of fun.

49 The Dropout (2022)

A Biopic Based On Theranos & Elizabeth Holmes

The Dropout

True Crime

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Based on the true story of the failed health technology company that chronicles the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes, a woman with unyielding ambition who eventually was indicted for her deception relating to supposedly lifesaving advances in technology. Holme's desire for success ultimately leads her down a dark path - one that, in hindsight to those around her, could be seen from miles away - ultimately to the destruction of her career and eventual incarceration.

Release Date

March 3, 2022

Cast

Amanda Seyfried , Naveen Andrews , Dylan Minnette , Ebon Moss-Bachrach

Seasons

1

Available to stream on Hulu

The Dropout is one of the best miniseries on Hulu and is part of the streaming platform's trend of bringing headline-grabbing news stories of the 21st century to the small screen. Inspired by real events, the series follows Elizabeth Holmes (Amanda Seyfried) and her company, Theranos, as she struggles to make a dream product a reality. Or more accurately, how she cuts corners and falsifies data to make sure her company doesn’t lose their investors when she can’t make her dream product a reality.

The Dropout is unlike any role Seyfried has played before, and that’s what makes it such good TV, as the talented actress won an Emmy for her standout performance. She does an amazing job with such a complex character who can be deeply unlikable throughout the series, but there is something admirable about her determination and fascinating about her arrogance.

48 Mrs. America (2020)

A Biopic About Activist Phyllis Schlafly

Mrs. America (2020)

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Cast

Cate Blanchett , Rose Byrne , Uzo Aduba , Margo Martindale , Tracey Ullman

Release Date

April 15, 2020

Creator(s)

Dahvi Waller

Avaliable to stream on Hulu

Just a few years ago, movie fans would not have believed a star like Cate Blanchett would do a TV series. Streaming and the comeback of the miniseries have changed that though. Blanchett stars in this Hulu miniseries that is set in the 1970s and centers around the movement to pass the Equal Rights Amendment and the backlash the movement received.

In addition to Blanchett, the series features an impressive roster of women playing real-life historical figures, like Uzo Aduba as Shirley Chisholm and Rose Byrne as Gloria Steinem. Seeing these powerful women from history playing off each other in the same story is a thrill with these amazing actors bringing them to life. Not everything in the series is historically accurate to the amazing real-life story, but Mrs. America is elevated by that cast to tell an entertaining and compelling look at a pivotal historical moment.

47 I Am The Night (2019)

Inspired By The Memoir One Day She'll Darken: The Mysterious Beginnings Of Fauna Hodel

I Am the Night

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Created by Sam Sheridan, I Am the Night is a Drama series starring Chris Pine, Jefferson Mays, and India Eisley. The six-episode release dropped in 2019 and followed the story of a young woman who set out to discover more about her birth mother, only to end up deep diving into the Black Dahlia killing.

Cast

Chris Pine , India Eisley , Jefferson Mays , Leland Orser , Dylan Smith , Connie Nielsen , Golden Brooks , Shoniqua Shandai

Release Date

January 27, 2019

Seasons

1

Inspired by the memoir of Fauna Hodel, I Am The Night traces the possible connection between a young woman who was adopted and the Black Dahlia murder. India Eisley plays Fauna Hodel while Chris Pine plays the journalist investigating her grandfather, George Hodel, one of the suspects in the Black Dahlia case. While much of Hodel’s book could be disputed, the miniseries also takes liberties with gaps in historical knowledge, making it more of a work of fiction than fact.

Pine as a down-on-his-luck investigator who just wants to find the truth, however, is the big selling point for the miniseries. It’s a different role for him, one that doesn’t allow him his usual charm, and one that will intrigue his fans. It is a gripping and dark modern take on the noir genre from Wonder Woman filmmaker Patty Jenkins.

46 From The Earth To The Moon (1998)

A Miniseries About The Space Race To The Moon

From The Earth To The Moon (1998)

TV-PG

Action & Adventure

Drama

Cast

Tom Hanks , David Clennon

Release Date

April 5, 1998

Seasons

1

Avaliable to stream on MAX

When From The Earth To The Moon was first televised in 1998, it featured impressive visual effects and was nominated for a slew of technical awards across different guilds and film societies. It also won both the Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Miniseries. The 12 episodes follow the American space program’s journey to put astronauts on the moon. It was unique, however, in that it didn’t retread material already presented in movies.

For example, the episode covering Apollo 13 tells the story from the perspective of the media instead of the astronauts, since the movie has already given the astronaut’s account. Tom Hanks has writing, directing, and producing credits on the impressive series, and he also narrated the episodes and featured in a reenactment in the finale. It was a true passion project for him.

45 Stay Close (2021)

Based On The Novel By Harlan Coben

Stay Close (2021)

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Stay Close (2021) is a British crime drama miniseries that revolves around the interconnected lives of a photojournalist, a soccer mom, and a homicide detective. Each character harbors dark secrets from their past that resurface following the disappearance of a young man. Starring Cush Jumbo, James Nesbitt, and Richard Armitage, the series is based on Harlan Coben's novel and delves into themes of identity, deception, and redemption.

Cast

Cush Jumbo , James Nesbitt , Richard Armitage , Daniel Francis , Jo Joyner , Bethany Antonia , Sarah Parish , Hyoie O'Grady

Release Date

December 31, 2021

Seasons

1

Avaliable to stream on Netflix

Inspired by the Harlan Coben novel of the same name, Stay Close is part of a deal that Coben has with Netflix in which 14 of his novels will eventually be adapted for the streaming site. Stay Close is the sixth. The story follows the investigation of a missing man on the anniversary of another missing person’s case, tying together the lives of a burnt-out detective, a former exotic dancer, and a photographer.

Like most of Coben’s mysteries, there are plenty of twists in the story to be unraveled, but it’s a character-driven drama with great performances. It is an engrossing story that pulls the audience into the mystery early with its intriguing premise and unanswered questions. The attempt to get to the bottom of what is really going on is part of the fun of watching miniseries like this.

44 Devs (2020)

A Sci-Fi Thriller Miniseries From Hulu

Devs

Sci-Fi

Drama

Mystery

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A limited series event created for FX, Devs follows a software engineer named Lily Chan who believes that a wing of her company may have orchestrated the death of her boyfriend, Sergei. While digging deeper into the depths of her employer's development teams, she discovers a conspiracy, including a Russian government messaging app and other clues that lead to the truth of Sergei's death.

Release Date

March 5, 2020

Cast

Cailee Spaeny , Amaya Mizuno-André , Alison Pill , Stephen McKinley Henderson , Sonoya Mizuno , Jin Ha , Nick Offerman , Jefferson Hall , Zach Grenier

Seasons

1

Avaliable to stream on Hulu

Though some of Devs' twists might be too long and drawn out for some people watching, it is still a show that poses fascinating questions for the audience about the ethics of pushing the boundaries of science and technology. It kicks off with a woman who works for a tech company investigating the death of her boyfriend, who dies on the first day of his promotion to a very secret branch of the company. What follows is a terrifying advancement in technology and two governments fighting to have access to it.

It makes for a fascinating examination of the direction technology is headed. The show's story was developed by Alex Garland, the filmmaker who already explored such ideas in his acclaimed movie debut, Ex Machina. However, Garland is able to tell a unique story to his own sci-fi tale while also avoiding feeling like a Black Mirror clone. The movie also features several cast members from Garland's Civil War, including Nick Offerman, Cailee Spaeny, and Stephen McKinley Henderson.

43 The Stand (2020)

A Stephen King Adaptation

The Stand

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December 17, 2020

Cast

Whoopi Goldberg , Alexander Skarsgard , James Marsden , Odessa Young

Seasons

1

From the mind of prolific horror writer Stephen King comes The Stand. The novel is one of King’s most famous, and it’s already been made into a miniseries in the past. This version of the miniseries, however, features a new extended ending written by King that gives an idea of how society proceeds after the events of the story. In the story, most of humanity is wiped out by a plague and a representation of evil on Earth tries to tempt humanity to the dark side.

The story is a classic one of good versus evil, but it’s done in King’s terrifying style. However, it is balanced with a gripping storyline of the end of the world that is grounded and terrifying before entertaining into a more supernatural and intense story. The cast of the series is a star-studded affair with the likes of James Marsden, Jovan Adepo, Alexander Skarsgård, and Whoopi Goldberg.

42 Lost Ollie (2022)

An Emotionally Strong Animated Project

Lost Ollie (2022)

TV-PG

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Jonathan Groff , Mary J. Blige , Tim Blake Nelson , Jake Johnson , Gina Rodriguez

Release Date

August 24, 2022

Creator(s)

Shannon Tindle

Available to stream on Netflix

Not all the Southern accents in Lost Ollie are perfect, but that doesn’t mean the emotional performances aren’t great. Based on the children’s book Ollie’s Odyssey, the live-action-animated hybrid follows a toy named Ollie who is in the lost and found section of an antique store. Ollie doesn’t have all of his memories about his past, but he does want to find his best friend.

It is not often that an animated miniseries reaches the mainstream, but Lost Ollie is exceptional. The series originally saw some comparisons to the Toy Story franchise, but because of the live-action element of the show, there’s a realism to it that isn’t present in Pixar’s movies. It’s a story that tugs at the heartstrings, just like Pixar’s projects, and is a great watch for both kids and adults.

41 Looking For Alaska (2019)

A Tragic Miniseries

Looking for Alaska

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Looking for Alaska is a coming-of-age drama series based on John Green's novel. It follows Miles "Pudge" Halter, a teenager who enrolls in a boarding school to seek a deeper understanding of life. There, he forms a bond with enigmatic student Alaska Young, whose impact on his world is both profound and transformative. The series explores themes of friendship, love, and loss.

Release Date

October 18, 2019

Cast

Charlie Plummer , Cristine Froseth , Denny Love , Jay Lee , Sofia Vassilieva , Landry Bender , Uriah Shelton , Jordan Connor , Timothy Simons , Ron Cephas Jones

Creator(s)

Josh Schwartz

While many of John Green’s young adult novels have received the movie treatment, like The Fault In Our Stars, Looking For Alaska gets the miniseries treatment. It’s a better option for it since it allows for more in-depth looks at the characters. Looking For Alaska follows a teenager who is sent to a boarding school where he meets the enigmatic Alaska. Though she captures his attention with effervescent energy, her story ends in tragedy.

Her story opens up a dialogue about mental health that doesn’t sensationalize it the way other teen stories have, making it a fantastic miniseries for teens and adults alike. Green's writing often mixes tragic stories of young love with heartfelt looks at the struggles of teen life. Looking for Alaska is no different and should please fans of the Green's other work.

40 Conversations With A Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (2019)

A Gripping True Crime Docuseries

Conversations With A Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (2019)

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Conversations With A Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes is a documentary series that explores the life and crimes of American serial killer Ted Bundy. The series features archival footage and interviews with those closest to the case, including Bundy himself, to provide a unique perspective on the mind of a notorious killer.

Release Date

January 24, 2019

Cast

Ted Bundy , Stephen Michaud , Hugh Aynesworth

Avaliable to stream on Netflix

There’s no denying that true-crime docuseries, podcasts, and even dramas inspired by real cases have exploded since 2017. Much of that is due to streaming making binge-watching convenient for those who want to learn everything they can about famous cases. Netflix has several Conversations With A Killer series, but the Ted Bundy Tapes is the one that started them all.

For true-crime fans, it’s a fascinating look at interviews with a serial killer, with Bundy being the disturbing subject of this version, exploring the terrifying killer who remains a fascination to the public. It features previously unreleased interviews, exploring the psychology of a killer by examining him more closely than before. It makes for one of the best true crime miniseries because it offers a whole new perspective for those who seek to study these particular cases.

39 National Treasure: Edge Of History (2023)

A Spinoff Of The Nic Cage Franchise

National Treasure: Edge of History

Adventure

Action

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National Treasure: Edge of History expands on the National Treasure movie franchise told from the point of view of young Jess, a brilliant and resourceful DREAMer in search of answers about her family - who embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to uncover the truth about the past and save a lost Pan-American treasure. Jess will partner with her friends, Oren, Ethan, and her best friend, harboring a crush on her since childhood, Liam, to discover their search will lead them into a more profound mystery than they were prepared for.

Release Date

December 14, 2022

Cast

Antonio Cipriano , Catherine Zeta-Jones , Zuri Reed , Lisette Olivera , Lyndon Smith , Jake Austin Walker , Jordan Rodrigues

Seasons

1

Avaliable to stream on Disney +

If National Treasure: Edge Of History had received a second season, it wouldn’t have qualified as a miniseries. The Disney+ show, which is set after the events of the first two National Treasure movies, brings in new characters to find a lost South American treasure. While the first two movies are firmly rooted in the history of the United States, this series opens up questions about gaps in the knowledge of South and Central American Indigenous people as well as how women can be overlooked in that history.

It could have created a new expansive chapter of the National Treasure saga, but its short single season is all that was offered. Even still, it makes for an entertaining adventure story that works as a continuation of the National Treasure movies while also working as its own standalone adventure.

38 Mind Over Murder (2022)

A Fascinating Look At Memories

Mind Over Murder (2022)

TV-MA

Release Date

June 20, 2022

Seasons

1

Creator(s)

Nanfu Wang

Available to stream on Max

The documentary miniseries Mind Over Murder is a brilliant blend of true crime and psychological studies of the human mind. Filmmaker Nanfu Wang became fascinated by the idea that memories aren’t always accurate when she realized that the people she interviewed for other documentaries didn’t always recall their experiences correctly. That led her to want to explore the subject of memory, and the case of Beatrice 6 provided her with a platform to do that.

The Beatrice 6 were convicted of sexually assaulting someone, partly because five of them confessed to the crime after being pressured by a psychologist about repressed memories. 20 years later they were all exonerated by DNA evidence, and Wang began learning their story in 2019. Wang’s attention to detail makes the docuseries a great watch as she explores just how something like this can happen.

37 Tiny Beautiful Things (2023)

Kathryn Hahn Shines

Tiny Beautiful Things

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Based on the columns compiled in the book of the same name, Tiny Beautiful Things is a drama series that follows writer Clare, who is currently experiencing a slump in her career. As her life slowly falls apart, Clare can take over an advice column called "Dear Sugar" when an old pen pal asks her to do so. The experience gives Clare a chance to re-evaluate her own life, propelling her forward in her career and giving her the clarity to help others going through their own difficult situations.

Release Date

April 7, 2023

Cast

Kathryn Hahn , Sarah Pidgeon , Quentin Plair , Tanzyn Crawford

Seasons

1

Available to stream on Hulu

One thing fans of the miniseries format will find is that so many of the best miniseries on streaming platforms are inspired by books. While that’s usually novels, Tiny Beautiful Things is inspired by a series of essays. Kathryn Hahn stars as a writer who ends up becoming an anonymous advice columnist. While she advises others, her life spirals with her marriage falling apart and a daughter she cannot connect with.

The show aims to provide viewers with relatable and universal emotional experiences even while giving very specific advice in very specific situations, and it balances that well. Hahn proves both her dramatic and her comedic acting chops as someone just barely holding her life together. Her performance elevates the unique story of suburban chaos, showing that Hahn is a versatile performer who is always a thrill to watch.

36 Star Wars: Visions (2021-)

Star Wars, But Anime

Star Wars: Visions

TV-PG

Animation

Action

Adventure

Anthology

Sci-Fi

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Star Wars embraces a staggering range of global animation styles in Star Wars: Visions, a sci-fi anthology series that sees several prolific animation studios tackle various unique tales set in the Star Wars universe. Each episode tells a new tale from a new studio in incredibly different animation styles that all aim to capture the lives outside the core cast of Star Wars regulars, including how the events of the war affect those caught inside of it.

Release Date

September 22, 2021

Seasons

2

Available to Stream on Disney +

Star Wars is such a massive franchise that it features movies, animated series, comic books, novels, and games. Star Wars: Visions is an anthology series in which the stories fit into the main timeline of the universe, but don’t have to be watched to enjoy the movies. Every episode of the animated series is styled by a different animation studio, breathing new life and looking into a mythology that Star Wars fans already know so well.

While the Star Wars movies have struggled under the Disney rule with some complaining of a lack of vision in the storytelling, this is a reminder that this massive universe set in a galaxy far, far away is filled with potential. Seeing various filmmakers approaching the franchise in their own unique way is exciting for Star Wars fans and is one of the most interesting things the franchise has done recently.