The series premiere The Sopranos (1999–2007) began as an experiment. Mix a story of criminals, which would touch on the usual mafia topics and also, an original look at the North American criminal underworld. That, from the perspective of Tony (James Gandolfini), a criminal who discovers that facing a life of violence is not as easy as it was for other members of his family. The sanguine one is already the most enigmatic. Which is linked to a long trail of violence that spans decades and generations. Everything, through the couch of a therapist and the perception, who must put her mental affairs in order and who knows if spiritual. Which will allow him to be one of the shadow leaders of New Jersey.
Such a plot could not be told in a feature film. Therefore, the series offered the ideal format to delve into Tony’s life, his fears and pains. Also, a cruel scenario, increasingly dangerous, that surrounded him until he was close to what seemed like certain death. But beyond the benefits of its story, The Sopranos demonstrated the possibilities of the series. Its ability to entertain and deepen, in addition to creating their own world tailored to the universes they narrated.
2024 pays tribute to that legacy with a collection of series debuting on the small screen and streaming. That, through extraordinary casts, most of them with long careers in Hollywood. The result is a wide selection that will once again demonstrate that the serial format is one of the audience’s favorites. We leave you the list with the most anticipated and above all, those that will surely mark a milestone this year.
Echo (Disney+)
Threw out It is Marvel’s first real attempt to take its productions to a more adult tone. It was a promise that the franchise tried to comply last year with the failed Secret Invasion. But this time, it has more elements to achieve it.
Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) is a street survivor trying to find her place in what appears to be an imminent street battle in New York. To avoid being killed, she must explore her past and in particular, as she has been manipulated by Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio).
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The story will premiere all its chapters on the same day, breaking a tradition at Marvel. It is also the first TV-MA production (only suitable for adults) in the series section of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Ted (Peacock)
Seth MacFarlane’s trouble-making and foul-mouthed bear will have the opportunity to shine with his own light in 2024. The Serie Ted, which will arrive on the Peacock platform, focuses on what happened before two feature films released in theaters. So this prequel set in 1993 tells the story of John Bennett’s (Max Burkholder) adolescence and how he had to deal with Ted’s presence in his life.
But more than that, the series is — or promises to be — an astute exploration of the stereotypical teen comedies popular in the last decade of the 20th century. So it is more likely that the adventures of the plush toy with profane humor have a more than obvious resemblance to the saga. American Pie. Or that, at least, they secure their trio of creators, which includes MacFarlane himself, Paul Corrigan and Brad Walsh.
Griselda (Netflix)
Sofía Vergara abandons the familiar terrain of comedy to delve fully into a violent plot. The story about a Colombian businesswoman and mastermind of a multi-tentacled criminal cartel is more than just the exploration of a controversial character. Also, it is a reflection on the culture that allows and sustains the existence of a criminal network, with implications throughout Colombian society.
The result is an analysis of how corruption can turn money into a tool of organized crime at a dangerous level. Much more so, when the notion of political position ends for being marked by the world of crime in a country in crisis.
Expats (Prime Video)
Based on the book The Expatriates by Janice YK Lee, is one of the most anticipated releases on the platform. With a cast led by Nicole Kidman, the series tells a tragedy that begins with a chance incident. Mercy (Ji-young Yoo), is the nanny for Margaret’s (Kidman) family, which will take her to completely new scenarios. But, more than that, to question what he believed was moral, ethical and even his own culture.
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Set in Hong Kong in 2014, the production is a mix between the exploration of a repressive culture and the need to understand contemporary love. Especially when Mercy must face a triangle of loyalties that will change her and her life. not exactly, for the better.
The Masters of the Air (Apple TV+)
Produced by Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman, the nine-part miniseries, explores the lives of the men of the 100th Bombardment Group, also called Bloody Hundredth. The group of pilots, whose missions aboard the classic B-17s could often cost them their lives, became historical heroes. In particular, for his outstanding performance against Hitler’s Third Reich during World War II.
The production — based on real events — explores the human side of the group, as well as the different scenarios they had to face in battle. Which allows the script to extend through several different scenarios. From death in mid-flight to being taken as prisoners of war. The plot carefully explores what surrounds each of its characters and the momentous events in which they participated.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith (Prime Video)
The series adapts the film by director Doug Liman released in 2005, to a version that places greater emphasis on the relationship of the characters. John (Donald Glover) and Jane (Maya Erskine) Smith are a spy couple who must work pretending to be a married couple.
But what begins as a facade that works perfectly in multiple scenarios will become more complicated when they both fall in love. Especially when their most important mission forces them to rethink their loyalties and points of view. The series was delayed several times — most recently due to the Writers’ and Actors’ Strike — and also changed cast and writers. But right now, it seems to be one of Prime Video’s strongest projects for this year.
Avatar: The Last Airbender (Netflix)
It is likely that the success of One Piece, has left some lessons in the pipeline for Netflix. So the adaptation of the beloved anime could become one of the biggest events of the year on the platform. Starring Gordon Cormier as Aang, the series will follow the last surviving member of the Air Nomads. This may or may not be the Avatar announced in prophecies, who will pacify the Air, Fire, Nations of Earth and Water.
Everything seems to indicate that special emphasis has been placed on the story being faithful to the original and also a high-quality production. For now, Netflix has dedicated money and effort to bringing the fictional world to the small screen in as much detail as possible. Good news for die-hard fans of the material from which the work comes.
Shogun (FX)
The period drama, which has already made history on television, returns to explore its strongest points in streaming. John Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis) is an English sailor who, after a maritime incident, ends up shipwrecked on the beaches of Feudal Japan. Which will lead him to be under the influence of Lord Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada)a daimyo who must fight for the stability of his territory.
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In turn, John will end up falling in love with Lady Mariko (Anna Sawai), a mysterious lady who also has considerable talent in fighting. In the midst of a scenario full of political intrigue, English will have to understand the subtleties of power to survive.
Fallout (Prime Video)
Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy (Westworld), adapt this story based on the Bethesda video game franchise of the same name. ANDThe plot tells the details of an apocalyptic world, reduced to rubble. The survivors are divided between those who inhabit luxurious nuclear shelters and those who had to fight beyond such enclosures.
The clash between both cultures will become inevitable. But much more, a distressing look at the limits of humanity, fear and what is hidden behind a complex universe that barely shows its subtleties.
Agatha: The Darkhold Diaries (Disney+)
Agatha Harkness (Kathryn Hahn), character from Scarlet Witch and Vision, returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with its own narrative. This time, it is a journey through what is related to the character’s past. At the same time, how he obtained his powers and became corrupted by greed.
Little is known about how the series will tell the previous story, but what is clear is that it is an approach to the magical world of Marvel. Which links (even subtly) the plot with several of the most unexplored places in the franchise.
The Penguin (HBO)
Oswald Cobblepot (Colin Farrell), has a lot to tell about Gotham’s criminal underworld. Which allows the plot of this series to move through dark terrain that ranges from political corruption to the most sordid crimes. More urban, street and related to the dimension of the mafia in DC comics, This is a change of record for the franchise.
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And although the project is not related to the future universe of the publisher in the cinema, is a good experiment to demonstrate what its founding narratives can offer. It is executive produced by Matt Reeves, Farrell, Dylan Clark and Lauren LeFranc. What makes her directly related to Batman IIwhich will premiere in 2025.
Ripley (Netflix)
After Saltburn will leave the entire internet baffled, the story that seems to have given rise to the sordid tale, returns to the small screen. The series adapts from a different angle The Talented Mr. Ripleynow, from the point of view of the main character, played by Andrew Scott.
Set in Italy in the 60s, the script follows Tom Ripley in his formative years. Also, it details how he became a dark presence andAmong the sophisticated circles of Americans in the country.