It seems like 2024 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for TV series enthusiasts. Highly anticipated titles from US streaming services and cable channels are already confirmed for the upcoming year, and the release schedule over the next twelve months promises to be packed, indicating there won't be enough time for all the binge-watching.
Some of these productions are scheduled to debut in the early months of 2024, such as "Ted," a comedy series that explores the life of the famous foul-mouthed teddy bear. Another eagerly awaited premiere is "The Three-Body Problem," a mind-bending science fiction work based on the eponymous book.
Other series, though without a set release date, are expected to arrive at some point in 2024. This includes "The Penguin," a spin-off from the Batman universe, and "Star Wars: The Acolyte," a new addition to the Star Wars saga set 100 years before "Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace."
So that you can get more details about these exciting series coming in the next year, we've prepared a list of the top 10 most anticipated ones in 2024, along with essential information that we already have on hand. Mark your calendars and get ready!
Ted
"Ted," the series that delves into the adolescence of John (Max Burkholder) alongside his inseparable plush friend, Ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane), arrives on January 11 on Peacock in the USA. The story unfolds in the '90s and serves as a prequel to the film franchise. The series, created, co-written, and directed by Seth MacFarlane, will consist of seven episodes and doesn't have a confirmed release date in Brazil yet.
Three-Body Problem
Based on Liu Cixin's trilogy, "The Three-Body Problem" is a science fiction series set to be available on Netflix starting March 21. Initially set in the 1960s, the plot follows an astrophysicist who witnesses her father's murder during the Chinese Cultural Revolution and becomes involved in a project to establish contact with possible extraterrestrial life forms. The series, created by the same talents behind "Game of Thrones" (David Benioff and D.B. Weiss) and starring John Bradley, will have a total of eight episodes.
The Penguin
Derived from "The Batman," "The Penguin" is a criminal drama series slated to arrive on HBO Max sometime in 2024. The story takes place a week after the events of the film and explores the rise of Oz, the Penguin (played by Colin Farrell), in Gotham City's criminal underworld. Created by Lauren LeFranc, "The Penguin" will consist of eight episodes.
Star Wars: The Acolyte
A new addition to the "Star Wars" universe, "The Acolyte" is an adventure and fantasy series scheduled to debut on Disney+ at some point in 2024. Set about 100 years before the events of "Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace" and during the High Republic era's end, the series follows a former Padawan and her Jedi Master as they investigate a series of crimes leading to sinister discoveries and hidden forces. The series was created by Leslye Headland and will feature eight episodes with a talented cast.
The Sympathizer
Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book of the same name, "The Sympathizer" is a espionage miniseries coming to HBO Max at some point in 2024. Co-produced by A24 and with Park Chan-wook as one of the showrunners, the story follows a Vietnamese-French communist ex-spy exiled in the United States after the Vietnam War, who becomes a cultural consultant in Hollywood. The series stars Robert Downey Jr. and Hoa Xunude and will have seven episodes, with the fourth episode directed by Brazilian filmmaker Fernando Meirelles.
House of the Dragon
The second season of "House of the Dragon," a "Game of Thrones" prequel continuing the successful original series' story, is expected to arrive on HBO Max at some point in 2024. This medieval fantasy series, based on George R. R. Martin's "Fire & Blood," explores the history of the Targaryen dynasty and their struggle for the Iron Throne. The new season will be led by Olivia Cooke and Emma D'Arc, featuring eight episodes and promising thrilling dragon battles.
Fallout
Based on the popular video game franchise of the same name, "Fallout" is a post-apocalyptic drama series coming to Amazon Prime Video on April 12. Set in a retrofuturistic society devastated by nuclear war, the series follows young Lucy (Ella Purnell), who decides to leave the shelter and explore the dangers of what was once Los Angeles. Developed by Jonathan Nolan with collaboration from Bethesda director Todd Howard, the series will have eight episodes.
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Another spin-off of the famous zombie series, "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live" is a post-apocalyptic series set to premiere on February 25 on AMC and the AMC+ streaming service. Although the official synopsis and episode count have not been revealed yet, the series will follow the footsteps of Rick and Michonne after the events of the original series.
Halo
The second season of "Halo," a series based on the eponymous video game franchise, will be released on February 8 on Paramount+. Set in the 26th century, the science fiction series follows the hero Master Chief and the Spartans II squad in their fight to protect humanity against the Covenant alliance. Starring Pablo Schreiber and Natascha McElhone, the second season of "Halo" will have eight episodes.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
A series based on the successful film of the same name, "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" will premiere on February 2 on Amazon Prime Video. Starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine, this action-comedy follows two strangers who start working at a spy agency and are forced to maintain an arranged marriage to keep their covers. Co-created by Donald Glover, the series will consist of eight episodes and will feature a talented ensemble cast, including Michaela Coel, John Turturro, Wagner Moura, and Sarah Paulson.
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