20 major winter TV shows: Confrontation, Sentinel and Wanda / Vision

Winter premieres

1. Your Honor

Drama.
USA, 2020.
Premiere date: December 7.

Michael Desiato is a respected judge from New Orleans. One day his son knocks down a man to death and hides from the scene of the crime. The judge tries to hush up the case and interferes in the process.

The mini-series of 10 episodes was created by the producers of the famous "The Good Wife". And the main role was played by Brian Cranston, whom everyone remembers from the thriller Breaking Bad.

2. Confrontation

Drama, horror, fantasy.
USA, 2020.
Premiere date: December 18.

The most dangerous flu breaks out from a secret laboratory in the United States. All patients die, and only a small percentage of the population has immunity. Survivors are divided into two camps: some are trying to live according to the old order, while others have joined the Black Man possessing supernatural powers.

The most voluminous book by Stephen King has already been transferred to screens in the form of a mini-series. But now the authors have received both a longer timing and a significant budget. Such stars as Whoopi Goldberg, Alexander Skarsgard, Amber Heard and many others have played in the project.

3. Guardians

Fantasy, comedy.
UK, 2021.
Premiere date: January 3.

The city of Ankh-Morpork has long forgotten about the law. People and creatures of different races are constantly fighting for survival, and at the same time they are simply deceiving each other. But one day a newcomer comes to the guard. It seems that he can force the long-forgotten law enforcement officers to return to work.

Guardians are based on the Discworld books by Terry Pratchett. If successful, there is a chance that other heroes of the cycle will also make it to the small screens.

4. Call me Kat

Comedy.
USA, 2021.
Premiere date: January 3.

Kat is already 40 soon, and she is still trying to prove her independence to her mother. One day she takes the money that she was saving for a wedding and opens a cat cafe for it.

The series is based on the British sitcom "Miranda", which was invented by Miranda Hart, who herself played the main role. In the American version, the plot was slightly changed, and the star of "The Big Bang Theory" Mayem Bialik was invited to play the role of Kat.

5. Wanda / Vision

Science fiction, drama.
USA, 2021.
Premiere date: January 15.

Newlyweds Wanda and Vision live in a small town. Their life seems almost perfect. But gradually it becomes clear that there is something frightening behind this.

The first co-production of Marvel and Disney + should continue the plots of the films of the cinematic universe. But the authors approached the presentation in an unusual way: part of the story was filmed in the spirit of classic comedies in the presence of a live audience.

6. Walker

Action, crime, western.
USA, 2021.
Premiere date: January 22.

After several years of undercover work, Walker returns to his hometown to his wife and children. Together with a new partner, he continues to fight local criminals, often risking his life.

After the end of the long-running TV series "Supernatural" Jared Padalecki immediately switched to a new project on the same channel The CW. This is a relaunch of the famous TV series, where Chuck Norris himself once starred.

7. Superman and Lois

Science fiction, thriller.
USA, 2021.
Premiere date: February 24.

Clark Kent and Lois Lane decide to give up their superhero pursuits and settle in a quiet town like an ordinary family. But they soon realize that everyday life can be as difficult as fighting crime.

Superman and his beloved initially appeared as minor characters in the Supergirl series. Now the original project is being closed, but the new heroes will have their own story. They promise a two-hour crossover with the Batwoman.

New seasons of familiar TV series

1. Shameless

Comedy, drama.
USA, 2011–2021.
Season 11 premiere: December 7.
IMDb: 8, 6.

The series is dedicated to the dysfunctional Gallagher family and their friends and family. The father of the family, Frank, is a drunkard, drug addict and thief. Therefore, children have to grow up on their own and get on their feet.

It is already known that the 11th season will be the last. So we should expect the completion of all the storylines and farewell to the beloved heroes.

2. Pennyworth

Action, crime.
USA, 2019 - present.
Season 2 premiere: December 14.
IMDb: 8, 0.

Retired officer Alfred Pennyworth sets up a security company in London. Soon he meets the American billionaire Thomas Wayne and gets involved in dangerous games.

Technically, "Pennyworth" is a prequel to the Batman stories, recounting the early years of his butler. And in the second season they promise to show the first hints of Bruce Wayne - his pregnant mother.

3. Space

Science fiction, drama, thriller.
Canada, USA, 2015 - present.
Season 5 premiere: December 16.
IMDb: 8, 5.

Based on a series of books by Daniel Abraham and Ty Frank, the action is set in the distant future, where humanity has colonized the solar system. It all starts with an investigation into the disappearance of a young woman, and then develops into a story of a large-scale conspiracy.

Since the fourth season, the series has moved from the SyFy channel to the Amazon platform. Now the project has been extended in advance for the sixth season, which will be the final one. It is also known that actor Kas Anwar will not be returning in the final episodes due to accusations of harassment.

4. Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Horror, drama, fantasy.
USA, 2018-2020.
Season 4 premiere: December 31.
IMDb: 7, 6.

The young witch Sabrina lives with her aunts. She tries to combine her studies at the Academy of the Invisible Arts with the life of an ordinary teenager and maintain relationships with friends from the human world. But the Lord of Hell himself became interested in Sabrina.

And one more project is retiring. The fourth part of Sabrina's dark adventures will be final. Although the author of the series stated that he had plans for a crossover with "Riverdale".

5. Zoe's extraordinary playlist

Comedy, musical.
USA, 2020 - present.
Season 2 premiere: January 5.
IMDb: 7, 6.

Zoe, who works for a software company, is sent for an MRI. An earthquake occurs right during the procedure, which causes damage to the apparatus. Because of this, the heroine begins to hear the thoughts of others, which sound like popular songs.

In the second season of the funny musical series, they promise to explain in more detail how Zoe got her powers.

6. Cobra Kai

Drama, action.
USA, 2018 - present.
Season 3 premiere: January 8.
IMDb: 8, 7.

Many years after the events of the film "The Karate Kid", its main characters once again face off in martial arts competitions. Now as coaches educating a new generation of fighters.

The project was originally released on YouTube Premium. Now the series has moved to Netflix, where it has already been renewed for a fourth season.

7. Dickinson

Drama, comedy.
USA, 2019 - present.
Season 2 premiere: January 11.
IMDb: 7, 8.

This comedy series is dedicated to the 19th century American poet Emily Dickinson. During her lifetime, she behaved quite defiantly and published less than 10 poems. However, over time, Dickinson became one of the country's greatest writers.

In October 2020, the series was renewed in advance for a third season, although the second has not yet been released.

8. American gods

Drama, fantasy, thriller.
USA, 2017 - present.
Season 3 premiere: January 11.
IMDb: 7, 8.

After leaving prison, the silent Shadow Moon becomes an assistant to the mysterious Mr. Wednesday and goes on a journey with him. It turns out that in America, a war is being planned between the old and new gods.

In the third season, the main character will be hiding in the town of Lakeside, however, there he will be in trouble.

9. House with a servant

Drama, thriller, horror.
USA, 2019 - present.
Season 2 premiere: January 15.
IMDb: 7, 6.

A couple hires a nanny for their child, and a very strange, withdrawn and religious girl comes to their house. But it turns out that there are many unusual things in the family itself.

Like many of M. Night Shyamalan's projects, this series has a very intricate plot. The finale of the first season answered many questions. But he asked a lot of new ones, which, perhaps, will be revealed in the sequel.

10. Riverdale

Drama, detective.
USA, 2017 - present.
Season 5 premiere: January 21.
IMDb: 6, 9.

The series, based on the comic book series of the same name, is set in the city of Riverdale. In the center of the plot is the star of the football team Archie Andrews and his friends and family. They investigate mysterious cases, as well as deal with personal relationships and experience the loss of loved ones.

In 2020, a spin-off "Katie Keene" was launched for the series. However, it did not come out very well and closed after the first season. But the original is still popular.

11. Through the snow

Detective, science fiction, thriller.
USA, 2020 - present.
Season 2 premiere: January 26.
IMDb: 6, 7.

After a global catastrophe, the remnants of humanity live in a huge train that rushes across the snow-covered Earth. The composition is dominated by a rigid stratification of classes. But one day, the hero from the poor tail is taken to the elite head cars to investigate the murder.

The series was in production for a very long time, but the start was successful. In the second season, they promise to reveal the character of Sean Bean, who only briefly flashed earlier.

12. Flash

Science fiction, thriller.
USA, 2014 - present.
Season 7 premiere: February 24.
IMDb: 7, 7.

After being struck by lightning, Barry Allen gains super powers. He is now the fastest man on Earth. The hero uses his abilities to fight evil.

After the closure of Strela, it was The Flash that became the longest-running and most popular project in The CW's superhero universe. Moreover, the later "Supergirl" and "Black Lightning" are already retiring.

13. For the sake of all mankind

Drama, fantasy.
USA, 2019 - present.
Season 2 premiere: February 19.
IMDb: 7, 6.

The action takes place in an alternate world, where the USSR managed to land on the moon before the USA and won the space race. Now America needs to catch up somehow.

Among the series that launched the Apple TV + platform, "For All Humanity" was received the most warmly. A third season extension is likely to be expected soon.