Clockwise from bottom left: Anjana Vasan in We Are Lady Parts (Photo: Saima Khalid/WWTV/Peacock/Channel 4), Julio Torres in Fantasmas (Photo: Monica Lek/HBO), Sarayu Blue in Expats (Photo: Atsushi Nishijima/Prime Video), Jacob Anderson in Interview With The Vampire (Photo: Larry Horricks/AMC), Andrew Scott in Ripley (Photo: Netflix), and X-Men 97 (Image: Marvel Studios)
With the year almost halfway over, it’s the perfect time to dive into some of the best TV shows 2024 has to offer, available on Netflix. Whether you’re into nostalgia, visually stunning stories, or gripping dramas, here’s a list of TV shows worth your next binge fest.
Exploring Cultural Nuances in Expats
Nicole Kidman shines in Expats, portraying Margaret, an American living in Hong Kong who navigates life after a personal tragedy. Co-starring Brian Tee, the series delves deep into emotions like grief and melancholy. As Brian Tee mentioned about working with Kidman,
Nicole was great—the elevation of excellence was every sense of who she is. It’s a privilege to work opposite her, because then your work becomes elevated.
The show effectively captures the essence of living as an expat and embracing local cultures. An impactful scene underscores this: As an expat, embracing the local food culture is not just about satisfying your taste buds; it’s a gateway to understanding the city’s traditions and history
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The Classic Vampiric Drama Interview With The Vampire
The broodingly elegant Interview With The Vampire returns with Jacob Anderson as Louis. This season delves deeper into Louis’ multifaceted identity crises across different eras. Anderson reflected on his character’s journey, saying,
I had to approach it by setting out the parameters. I knew roughly where I wanted to get to…there were pins that each signified a thing I had to hold onto.
The Punk Spirit of We Are Lady Parts
Nida Manzoor’s We Are Lady Parts Season 2 continues where it left off with its witty humor and catchy punk tunes like “Glass Ceiling Feeling.” It centers around five Muslim women forming a punk band while showcasing an authentic representation devoid of stereotypes.
Fantastical Realities in Fantasmas
Julio Torres dazzles again with Fantasmas. This series offers surrealism through simple yet stunning sets and a star-studded cast:
The series follows an alternative version of himself in a futuristic New York City filled with surrealist comedic elements.
X-Men 97 Honoring Nostalgia
The revival of X-Men ’97 hits all the right nostalgic chords while diving deep into mutant metaphors. Ruggedly voiced Wolverine once again brings nail-biting action:
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The Razor-Sharp Wit in Ripley
Andrew Scott stars as Tom Ripley, conman extraordinaire, navigating a meticulously noir-like storytelling manner in Netflix’s adaptation. Mixed reviews aside,
Critics are split over Netflix TV drama Ripley, but there’s no denying Scott’s compelling performance.
Evil Continues Its Unconventional Journey
This season of Evil continues breaking boundaries with bizarre yet thrilling storylines like grieving monsters and possessed pigs. The combination of unique concepts keeps this show terrifyingly fresh.
The Witty Comeback of Jon Stewart on The Daily Show
The return of Jon Stewart to The Daily Show rejuvenates political satire. Describing his robust performance post-hiatus, one observer noted:
Stewart returned with renewed vigor…resetting the show’s tone back to righteous frustration.