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The Boy That Never Was (season 1) is an Irish television drama series that follows the story of a couple whose lives are turned upside down after their son is presumed dead in an earthquake in Morocco. Three years later, they spot a young boy in Dublin who looks just like their son, leading them on a desperate search for the truth. The series stars Colin Morgan as Harry, Toni O’Rourke as Robin, and Kerr Logan as Ollie. Directed by Hannah Quinn and based on the novel by Karen Perry, the show delves into themes of grief, hope, and the lengths parents will go to for their children. (more…)
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“Snowpiercer” Season 4 continues the intense post-apocalyptic drama set on a perpetually moving train that circles the globe. This season, the narrative picks up nine months after the events of Season 3, with the train split into two groups: those on Snowpiercer and those on Big Alice. The residents of Big Alice use the train to power the town of New Eden, while Snowpiercer continues its journey on the tracks. The season begins with a dramatic event as a rocket crashes nearby, prompting Melanie to send Till and Ben to investigate. They encounter unforeseen enemies, leading to a series of conflicts and revelations. As the season progresses, the characters face unique challenges and threats, including internal power struggles and external dangers. The themes of class warfare, social injustice, and survival politics remain central to the story. (more…)
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Eric is a psychological thriller miniseries set in 1980s New York City. The story revolves around Vincent Anderson, a puppeteer whose nine-year-old son, Edgar, goes missing. Vincent, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, becomes increasingly unstable as he searches for his son, believing that his seven-foot-tall puppet, Eric, can help him reunite with Edgar. As Vincent’s behavior becomes more erratic, he alienates those around him, including his wife Cassie and his colleagues. The series delves into themes of grief, obsession, and the blurred lines between reality and imagination. (more…)
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Season 4 of Van der Valk continues to follow Commissaris Piet Van der Valk and his team as they tackle new crimes in Amsterdam. The season is divided into three main episodes, each split into two parts. In this season, Van der Valk not only solves murder cases but also faces personal challenges. He encounters a former lover while protecting a whistleblower, adding a layer of complexity to his professional duties. Additionally, one of his team members, Hendrik Davie, confronts his own mortality, which impacts the dynamics within the team. The episodes are titled “Safe in Amsterdam,” “Hope in Amsterdam,” and “Secrets in Amsterdam,” each exploring different facets of crime and personal struggles in the city. (more…)
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“Nightsleeper” is a six-part British thriller series set on a sleeper train traveling from Glasgow to London. The plot revolves around a government agency’s desperate attempt to intervene in escalating events onboard after the train is “hackjacked” by an unknown and malicious force. Two strangers, Joe Roag (Joe Cole), an off-duty policeman, and Abby Aysgarth (Alexandra Roach), the Acting Technical Director at the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre, must work together to save the lives of the passengers as the train hurtles towards disaster. (more…)
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Emperor of Ocean Park Season 1 is a legal mystery drama that follows Talcott Garland, a law professor whose life is turned upside down after the death of his father, Judge Oliver Garland. The judge’s death, initially ruled as a heart attack, is questioned by Mariah Denton, a former journalist and conspiracy theorist, who believes he was murdered. As Talcott delves deeper into his father’s past, he uncovers a web of secrets and corruption. The season explores themes of family, power, and justice, set against the backdrop of Ivy League academia and the beaches of Martha’s Vineyard. Talcott’s investigation reveals that his father was involved in shady dealings and had left behind crucial evidence, referred to as “the arrangements,” which many dangerous parties are eager to obtain. The series combines intense legal battles with personal drama, making for a gripping and suspenseful watch. (more…)
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Season 2 of “The Teacher” follows Dani Oxley (Kara Tointon), an inspirational art teacher stuck in an unfulfilling marriage to fellow teacher Tim (Emmett J Scanlan). While chaperoning a school trip to an outdoor adventure center, Dani sneaks off for a spontaneous moment of passion with her colleague Jimmy Spencer (Will Mellor). During this time, a troubled teen goes missing, leading to disastrous consequences that put Dani’s career in jeopardy. As the season progresses, Dani finds herself at the center of a mystery she becomes determined to unravel. The plot delves into themes of forbidden love, betrayal, and the complexities of personal and professional boundaries. (more…)
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“The Teacher” is a four-part drama series produced by Channel 5. The show stars Sheridan Smith as Jenna Garvey, a secondary school teacher whose life spirals out of control when she is accused of having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old pupil. Jenna, who is known for her chaotic personal life and struggles with alcohol, decides to plead guilty to avoid forcing the student, Kyle, to testify. However, she later discovers that the evidence against her was fabricated. The series delves into themes of trust, betrayal, and the complexities of personal and professional boundaries. The show was primarily filmed in Budapest, Hungary, despite being set in Bradford, UK. (more…)
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Queenie is a British television series based on the novel by Candice Carty-Williams. The show follows Queenie Jenkins, a 25-year-old Jamaican British woman living in South London, who finds herself caught between two cultures and fitting neatly into neither. After a tumultuous breakup with her long-term boyfriend, Queenie seeks comfort in all the wrong places, leading to a series of questionable decisions. She navigates the complexities of her identity, balancing her Jamaican heritage with her British upbringing. Throughout the series, Queenie faces her past and begins to rebuild her life, learning important lessons about self-worth and resilience. (more…)
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Five Days at Memorial is a disaster medical drama miniseries based on the book by Sheri Fink. The series, developed by John Ridley and Carlton Cuse, premiered on Apple TV+. It depicts the harrowing events at Memorial Hospital in New Orleans during and after Hurricane Katrina. Doctors and nurses at the intensive care unit struggle to treat patients as the hospital loses power and is cut off from outside help for five days. The staff faces difficult decisions about patient care under extreme conditions, highlighting the moral and ethical challenges in disaster situations. The series captures the real-life horror and chaos experienced by the hospital staff and patients during the crisis. (more…)
