Half-Man

Half-Man, created by Richard Gadd, stars Gadd as Ruben Pallister, an ex-convict with anger issues, and Jamie Bell as his brother Niall. The show follows the brothers from young adulthood to middle age, exploring their dysfunctional relationship. The series does not have a happy ending but is compelling throughout. Half-Man premiered in May 2026 and is still being produced by HBO.

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The Outsider

The Outsider is based on Stephen King's novel and follows a creature that may or may not be able to change its shape. Cynthia Erivo plays private detective Holly Gibney, who investigates the creature. The show is creepy, unsettling, and eerie, with a fantastic performance from Erivo. The Outsider premiered in 2026 and is a horror series that is also unsettling and unsettling.

The Comeback

The Comeback stars Lisa Kudrow as Valerie Cherish, an aging actress who tries to break back into the entertainment industry. The series is funny and satirical, with each season targeting different aspects of the industry. The first season was released in 2016, and the third season in 2026. The series is a fun and engaging look at the entertainment industry.

The Plot Against America

The Plot Against America is based on Philip Roth's 2004 novel and follows a Jewish family in New Jersey during the 1940s. The show imagines a different history where Charles Lindbergh becomes president and pushes the United States towards fascism. The series stars Geoffrey J.D. Payne as the Beer Hall Patron and Kate Winslet as Rabbi Lionel Bengelsdorf. The show premiered in 2026 and is a gripping and thought-provoking exploration of alternate history.

Mildred Pierce

Mildred Pierce is based on James M. Cain's 1941 novel and stars Kate Winslet as the protagonist, a self-sacrificing mother who runs a restaurant during the Great Depression. The series is a five-episode period drama that is both engaging and emotionally resonant. Winslet's performance is praised, and she would later return to HBO for the show Mare of Easttown.

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