15 Top Summer TV Shows: Loki, The Return of Ted Lasso and The Walking Dead Finale

Summer premieres

1. Lizzie's story

Horror, thriller, drama.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: June 4.

After the death of the famous writer Scott Landon, his wife Lizzie tries to make out her husband's manuscripts. The more she immerses herself in his work, the more she realizes that something terrible was haunted by him.

The series from Apple TV + is based on the novel by Stephen King, which the writer himself often called his favorite. The project also attracts attention with the cast. Julianne Moore, Clive Owen, Dane DeHaan and other stars will play in Lizzie's Story.

2. Loki

Science fiction, action, adventure.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: June 9.

In Avengers: Endgame, the god of cunning Loki stole the Tesseract and created a new line of events. Traveling in time, he finds himself in an organization that fights against interferences in history.

Disney + launches third series to enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Tom Hiddleston will return to the role of Loki, and they also promise to show unusual versions of familiar characters. Among the famous newcomers, Owen Wilson and Richard E. Grant have joined the project.

3. In the rhythm of life

Comedy, drama.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: June 18.

Quiet housewife Sheila Rubin is tired of her monotonous life in the shadow of her husband. She finds an outlet for her emotions in aerobics. Unexpectedly, even for herself, Sheila opens a new business, recording her classes on video.

The author of the drama series "Almost a Family" Annie Wiseman is releasing a new project in the popular retro-surroundings today. The lead role will be played by two-time Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Rose Byrne.

4. Monsters at work

Fantasy, comedy, adventure.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: July 2.

Six months after the events of Monsters, Inc., a young academy graduate, Tylor Taskmon, takes a job. But he learns that now the monsters do not frighten, but amuse the children.

The original "Monsters, Inc." was released 20 years ago, and the prequel about the youth of the main characters - in 2013. They decided to continue the story just now. The plot will tell about new characters, but the familiar Mike Wazowski and Sally will also appear in the series.

5. Turner and Hooch

Comedy, adventure, detective.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: July 16.

US Marshal Service Officer Scott Turner gets the dog Hooch with a completely obnoxious character as his partner. Soon the hero learns that, perhaps, the death of his policeman father was not accidental. Turner and Hooch investigate.

The new Disney + series is based on the 1989 Tom Hanks film of the same name. However, in the remake, the plot will be significantly different, and some scenes will also be shown from the face of a dog.

6. Resident Evil: Endless Darkness

Horror, action, fantasy.
USA, Japan, 2021.
Premiere: 8 July.

FBI agent Leon Kennedy is investigating a breach of the White House's secret database of documents. Suddenly, the lights go out in the building and the team is attacked by zombies. Meanwhile, Claire Redfield, helping refugees, finds a photograph of a victim of a mysterious virus.

The computer animated series is based on the famous Resident Evil series. Moreover, the actors who gave them their voices in the original version will return to the voice acting of the main characters.

7. Nine completely unfamiliar people

Thriller, drama, detective.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: 18 August.

Nine strangers meet in an elite boarding house. All of them are undergoing treatment, and, as it turns out, each of the heroes is fleeing from his past. But a chance meeting will affect their lives.

The series with an impressive cast is based on the novel of the same name by Liana Moriarty, author of Big Little Lies. The plot will combine drama and intense detective story. Nicole Kidman, Melissa McCarthy, Luke Evans and Samara Weaving will play the main roles.

eight. What if…?

Action, science fiction.
USA, 2021.
Premiere: August.

Observer Uatu monitors various events in the multiverse and shows what happens if some of the heroes are swapped. Perhaps the story will develop quite differently.

Connoisseurs of the MCU will appreciate the unexpected look at familiar characters. In the animated series, Peggy Carter will become Captain Britain, T'Challa will appear as Star-Lord, and Bucky Barnes will meet the zombie Steve Rogers.

New seasons of familiar TV series

1. Why do women kill

Drama, comedy, crime.
USA, 2019 - present.
Season 2 premiere: June 4.
IMDb: 8, 4.

The action of the first season of the series unfolds in several timelines and tells about the difficulties in family relationships of three women who lived in the same house at different times.

In the sequel, the action will be transferred to 1949. But the basis will still be based on the secrets of personal life and related crimes.

2. Home before dark

Detective, crime.
USA, 2020 - present.
Season 2 premiere: June 11.
IMDb: 7, 5.

Young Hilda Lisko moves with her parents and sisters to the quiet town where her father grew up. The girl dreams of following in her dad's footsteps and becoming a journalist. Therefore, Hilda takes up the investigation of an old case and publishes the results in a samizdat newspaper.

In the sequel, the heroine will plunge into the mysterious past of her father and reveal an even larger secret.

3. Lupine

Crime, detective, drama.
USA, France, 2021 - present.
Premiere of the 2nd part of the 1st season: June 11.
IMDb: 7, 6.

The witty criminal Assan Diop does incredible deeds. Each time he not only perfectly disguises himself, deceiving everyone around him, but also calculates all events in advance. With his crimes, Diop wants to take revenge on the man who killed his father. But the police are on the trail of the hero.

On June 11, not the second season is released, but the sequel to the first - it's just that the Netflix platform divided it into two parts. But the series has already become Netflix's most watched French project, so it will likely be renewed.

4. Rick and Morty

Science fiction, comedy.
USA, 2013 - present.
Season 5 premiere: June 20.
IMDb: 9, 2.

The obnoxious but brilliant Rick Sanchez continues to travel with his grandson Morty to various planets and parallel worlds. Every time the heroes get involved in trouble, they are invariably chosen from among them as winners.

You don't have to worry about the future of the popular series: in 2019, the project was extended by 70 episodes at once. And in parallel, a short spin-off The Vindicators was launched into development.

5. Ted Lasso

Comedy, drama.
USA, 2020 - present.
Season 2 premiere: July 23.
IMDb: 8, 7.

American coach Ted Lasso has absolutely no knowledge of English football. But, having gone to coach a lagging British club, he instantly conquers with his optimism the players and even the owner, who originally planned to destroy the team. But Lasso cannot establish his personal life.

The Apple TV + project, which grew out of sports sketches by Jason Sudeikis, was liked by viewers and critics for its kindness and simple truths. In the sequel, Lasso will try to rebuild the team after defeat and lead it to success.

6. The Walking Dead

Horror, thriller, drama.
USA, 2010 - present.
Season 11 premiere: 23 August.
IMDb: 8, 2.

Shot from the TV series "The Walking Dead"

The long-running series about a world plagued by a zombie epidemic is drawing to a close. The final season will focus on the heroes Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride.

In fact, the goodbye will be long: the 11th season was divided into three parts. And for the fans, the spin-offs "Fear the Walking Dead" and "The World Beyond" are being released in parallel. Also, full-length films on this world have been launched.

7. Brooklyn 9-9

Comedy.
USA, 2013 - present.
Season 8 premiere: August 13.
IMDb: 8, 4.

The positive project tells about the work of the police station, where detectives with completely different characters serve. Most of the problems with Jake Peralta. He is an excellent professional, but impulsive and does not know how to behave in a team at all.

Season 8 will be the final season for Brooklyn 9-9. Interestingly, in 2018 the series was already closed, but then it moved to another channel. However, now it seems that the story will end completely.