With the joy of the new year comes brand-new shows to binge. While viewers eagerly await the debuts of greatly anticipated shows like It: Welcome to Derry and Alien: Earth, there are some whose anticipation is saved for their favorite returning shows. True to the new year, 2025 is set to deliver a massive batch of captivating fan favorites.
From anime to adult animation, to fantasy, horror, thrillers, and more, fans are buzzing with excitement for it all. Many viewers go as far as to say that the wait for their favorite series has been an agonizing one, but the promise of greatness to come has made audiences’ wait well worth it. With award-winning titles and cult favorites making their comebacks, the year ahead is set to be one filled with TV drama, excitement, and plenty of unforgettable moments.
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‘Percy Jackson and The Olympians’ (2023 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.0/10
Percy Jackson and The Olympians was one of the most highly anticipated shows when it was first announced in 2020. With its debut in 2023, loyal fans of the books and the adapted movies eagerly lost themselves in this teen fantasy adventure. Based on Rick Riordan’s popular novels, the story introduces the young Percy Jackson, who has found out the truth of his origins. He’s a demigod. With the sudden, and slightly traumatic revelation, comes new powers and the challenge of navigating life as a child of an immensely powerful god.
Season 1 of Percy Jackson and The Olympians left audiences at the edge of their seats, curious as to what lies ahead for Percy. Despite minor pacing issues, the show successfully brought a classic tale to the modern age. With its return, loyal fans are eager to revisit the series, enjoying the ups and downs, as Percy tries to conquer his very first quest. Percy Jackson and The Olympians’ continued exploration of Percy’s growth and mythology makes it the perfect addition to audiences’ must-watch list ahead of its anticipated return in 2025.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
- Release Date
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December 20, 2023
- Creator
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Rick Riordan, Jonathan E. Steinberg
- Cast
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Walker Scobell
, Leah Jeffries
, Aryan Simhadri
, Jason Mantzoukas
, Adam Copeland - Seasons
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1
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‘Andor’ (2022 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 9.6/10
As the prequel in the amazing Star Wars franchise, Andor earned its high standing through its own merits, after its first season. This outstanding sci-fi series dives deep into the life of rebel spy Cassian Andor, before the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Audiences are shown Cassian’s evolution into the iconic rebel hero that fans now know.
With a story to tell, Tony Gilroy, and his talented team, brought forth a phenomenal addition to the Star Wars universe. While fans were initially skeptical about the series centered on Cassian, their doubts were turned to dust in the wake of a captivating story, stellar dialogue, and the show’s overall amazing delivery. With Andor’s return, revisiting the awesome tale will prepare viewers for the upcoming storytelling that Season 2 promises, making it an essential binge for the mass of loyal fans of the Star Wars franchise.
- Release Date
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September 21, 2022
- Creator
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- Seasons
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2
- Studio
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- Producer
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Kate Hazell, Kathleen Kennedy, David Meanti, Stephen Schiff
- Writers
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Tony Gilroy
, Dan Gilroy
, Beau Willimon
, Stephen Schiff
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‘The Witcher’ (2019 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 8.0/10
Based on the popular game and book series, The Witcher gives fans humor, monsters, and thrilling action. The beloved fantasy adaptation follows Geralt of Revia, a rugged brute of a complex character who evolved from his human status to become a formidable Witcher—a professional monster hunter.
With four seasons under its belt, The Witcher series has captivated audiences with its magical world of monster hunting, angsty romance, and political intrigue. Despite the challenges stemming from actor changes and script shifts, fans remain curious to see how Liam Hemsworth will fill Geralt’s boots. This bingeworthy epic fantasy continues to draw viewers back for its fantastic tale, keeping its standing as one of the shows audiences should revisit before the next season arrives.
- Release Date
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December 20, 2019
- Creator
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- Cast
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Tom Canton
, Maciej Musial
, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson
, Anna Shaffer
, MyAnna Buring
, Lars Mikkelsen
, Royce Pierreson
, Eamon Farren
, Wilson Radjou-Pujalte
, Joey Batey
, Jodhi May
, Therica Wilson-Read
, Anya Chalotra
, Mimi Ndiweni
, Henry Cavill
, Freya Allan
, Adam Levy
, Amit Shah
, Liam Hemsworth
, Laurence Fishburne - Rating
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- Seasons
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3
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‘Peacemaker’ (2022 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 8.3/10
Back with its hilarious and chaotic adventure, is one of DC fans’ favorites, Peacemaker. This live-action series delves into the life of Christopher Smith, aka Peacemaker, whose extreme approach to peacekeeping leads to anything but actual peace.
Peacemaker quickly won over a mass of fans with its quirky characters and chaotic story. This pandemonium-filled work of fiction held its audience entranced with its hilarious encounters and surprisingly touching moments. While there were a few skeptics towards the series, due to audiences’ displeasure with DC’s live-action work compared to the MCU’s, the show’s unpredictable plot quickly silenced critics. With the first season ending on a high note, including the iconic cameos from DC’s top heroes, fans are eager to see what Season 2 has to offer. With a quick binge-watch of Peacemaker, fans are sure to be prepared for its return.
- Release Date
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January 13, 2022
- Seasons
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1
- Story By
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James Gunn
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‘The White Lotus’ (2021 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.0/10
With a gathering of incredible actors, The White Lotus Season 1 premiere back in 2021 was a memorable joy for audiences. The show gained instant popularity, with its plot teeming with drama. The series follows various employees and guests as they spend their time at the exclusive resort, The White Lotus, to unleash their outlandish desires.
The White Lotus instantly drew in its audience with its satirical plot, and surprisingly complex characters, as they spend their week-long vacation in what is meant to be absolute paradise. With each captivating season a unique standalone yet connected story, viewers are kept hooked on the show’s dark humor and sharp commentary. The White Lotus season 3 promises to maintain its satirical critique of privilege and power dynamics, causing it to be a key binge-watch before its return in February 2025.
- Release Date
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July 11, 2021
- Creator
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- Cast
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Alexandra Daddario
, Fred Hechinger
, Connie Britton
, Murray Bartlett
, Sydney Sweeney
, Brittany O’Grady
, Natasha Rothwell
, Jake Lacy
, Jennifer Coolidge
, Molly Shannon
, Steve Zahn
, Aubrey Plaza
, Theo James
, Haley Lu Richardson
, Michael Imperioli
, F. Murray Abraham
, Tom Hollander
, Meghann Fahy
, Adam DiMarco
, Will Sharpe
, Leslie Bibb
, Dom Hetrakul
, Jason Isaacs
, Michelle Monaghan
, Parker Posey
, Tayme Thapthimthong - Rating
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- Seasons
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2
- Story By
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Mike White
- Writers
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Mike White
- Network
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HBO Max
- Directors
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Mike White
- Showrunner
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Mike White
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‘Mayfair Witches’ (2023 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 44% | IMDb: 6.3/10
Mayfair Witches provides supernatural fantasy lovers with a solid series to binge. Based on the book series, Lives of the Mayfair Witches by Anne Rice, the show follows neurosurgeon Rowan Fielding, as she finds herself with the ability to harm others when her temper flares. As she begins to unravel the mystery of this new ability, Rowan starts to question her true origins. With secrets coming to light, Rowan must face some hard truths and steep lies.
Though Mayfair Witches has many fans, some of the lovers of the book series were disappointed with its deviations from the source material. Despite conflicting opinions on the show’s direction and overall greatness, those who have never read the book series were quick to praise its adaption for its fantastic story and haunting charm. Whether new to the Mayfair’s story or a fan of all things witches, this is a bingeable series worth diving into.
Mayfair Witches
- Release Date
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January 7, 2023
- Creator
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Esta Spalding
- Cast
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Alexandra Daddario
, Tongayi Chirisa
, Jack Huston
, Harry Hamlin
, Hannah Alline
, Beth Grant
, Annabeth Gish
, Ravi Naidu
, Jen Richards
, Ian Hoch
, Geraldine Singer
, Emma Rose Smith
, Charlayne Woodard
, Suleka Mathew
, Deneen Tyler
, Melissa Chambers
, Nadine Lewington
, Jay Howard Thames
, Keyara Milliner
, Dennis Boutsikaris
, Madison Wolfe
, Leslie Castay
, Erica Gimpel
, Tobias Jelinek
, Cameron Inman
, Billy Slaughter
, Jim Gleason
, Robert Aberdeen
, Joshua Mikel
, Jessie Terrebonne
, Chris Coy - Writers
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Michelle Ashford
, Esta Spalding - Main Genre
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Drama
- Creator(s)
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Esta Spalding
, Michelle Ashford - Distributor
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AMC+
- Producer
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Esta Spalding
- Sfx Supervisor
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Matt Kutcher
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‘Severance’ (2022 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 8.7/10
This phenomenal drama, Severance, gained massive popularity after its premiere in 2022. The psychological thriller is set in a dystopian world primarily set in the workplace. Employees have undergone surgical means to separate their personal lives and work. When a mysterious colleague enters from outside the workplace, things are thrown out of their once dystopian order.
Severance is a thrilling series filled with shocking twists and thought-provoking writing. The show explores themes of corporate leash and identity, seamlessly bringing it all together to create a masterful piece of storytelling. With Season 2 on the horizon, immersing in the world of Severance is a must for fans seeking thrill and suspense in their TV binge lineup.
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February 18, 2022
- Creator
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- Seasons
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1
- Story By
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dan erickson
- Writers
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Dan Erickson
- Showrunner
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Dan Erickson
, Mark Friedman
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‘The Last Of Us’
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 8.7/10
The critically acclaimed series, The Last of Us, an adaptation of the popular game, brought fans from all walks of life to discuss its amazing storytelling and terrifying world of monsters. The series quickly exploded in popularity after its debut in 2023 as it follows Joel, a hardened, but heart-broken surviving father, and Ellie, a girl with an impossible immunity, as they navigate the trials of a post-apocalyptic world teeming with danger and loss.
While initially fans of the game had no clue what this amazing series would bring forth, they were adequately mesmerized when the show first premiered, bringing monsters from their favorite game to life, and giving a worthy story to their beloved characters. Revisiting The Last Of Us is no hardship for viewers who are in need of a quick refresher as the series is set to continue this year.
- Release Date
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January 15, 2023
- Creator
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- Cast
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Pedro Pascal
, Bella Ramsey
, Anna Torv
, lamar johnson
, Jeffrey Pierce
, Keivonn Woodard
, John Getz
, Olivier Ross-Parent
, Samuel Hoeksema
, Gabriel Luna
, Merle Dandridge
, Nico Parker
, Melanie Lynskey
, John Hannah
, Josh Brener
, Christopher Heyerdahl
, Brad Leland
, Marcia Bennett
, Brendan Fletcher
, Jerry Wasserman
, Wendy Gorling
, Jessica Belbin
, Haysam Kadri
, Sarah Himadeh
, Caitlin Howden
, Max Montesi
, Natasha Mumba
, Gina Louise Phillips
, Taylor St. Pierre
, Ryan D. Clarke
, Khadijah Roberts-Abdullah
, Logan Pierce - Rating
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- Seasons
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2
- Story By
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Neil Druckmann, Bruce Straley
- Writers
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Neil Druckmann
, Craig Mazin - Directors
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Craig Mazin
- Showrunner
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Craig Mazin
- Producer
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‘XO Kitty’ (2023 – )
Rotten Tomatoes: 81% | IMDb: 6.5/10
XO, Kitty is a comedy-drama spin-off of the beloved teen romance, To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before franchise, focusing on Lara Jean’s little sister, Kitty. The story follows her as she moves to Korea to attend the prestigious school her late mother once attended. Kitty must traverse a foreign environment, a bit of culture shock, a few hard lessons, and hectic romances.
Season 1 of XO, Kitty entranced audiences with its mix of drama, romance, humor, and heartfelt moments, making the series a suitable binge for anyone in the mood for some angsty teenage drama. With an amazing group of characters and an extremely fun and fresh plot, fans eagerly await Kitty’s journey of survival from girlhood into womanhood.
- Release Date
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May 18, 2023
- Cast
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Anna Cathcart
, Sang Heon Lee
, Choi Min-young
, Anthony Keyvan
, Gia Kim
, Peter Thurnwald
, Regan Aliya - Seasons
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2
- Story By
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Jenny Han
- Writers
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Jenny Han
- Directors
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Jennifer Arnold
, Jeff Chan
, Katina Medina Mora
, Pamela Romanowsky - Showrunner
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Jenny Han
- Franchise(s)
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To All the Boys
