The year has started off with some interesting TV shows to watch or catch up on. Whether it's something that’s already out or a new release on the way, there’s plenty to choose from.
If you're in need of some weekend entertainment, here's a curated list of the latest shows to help you enjoy your weekend:
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American Primeval
This new series takes you on an intense journey into the early days of the American West. It tells the story of a mother and her son escaping their past, trying to survive in a land full of danger, opportunity, and conflict. Along the way, they find an unexpected family while facing the harsh realities of freedom and cruelty. The series has six episodes.
Missing You
Based on the novel of the same name, this gripping 2025 series unfolds over five episodes. Detective Kat Donovan has spent years haunted by the murder of her father and the mysterious disappearance of her fiancé, Josh, eleven years ago. Just when she thinks the past is behind her, she stumbles upon Josh’s profile on a dating app, reigniting old wounds and unanswered questions.
Determined to uncover the truth, she digs into a tangled web of secrets and lies, revealing shocking connections between her father’s death and Josh’s vanishing.
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The Breakthrough
In 2004, a brutal double murder in Sweden shocked the nation. For 16 years, the case remained unsolved—until a genealogist made a groundbreaking discovery that changed everything. Using genealogical research, investigators finally identified the killer, marking the first time in Europe that a murder was solved this way. The Breakthrough is a 2025 series that unravels this real-life mystery.
Study Group
The 2025 Korean drama follows Yun Ga Min, a student at the infamous school, who dreams of excelling academically despite his consistently low grades. Though he appears to be a model student, his real talent lies in fighting. Determined to make it to college, he forms a study group, but when his friends become targets of bullies, he steps in to protect them. Alongside him is his former tutor, now temporary teacher, Lee Han Gyeong, who hopes to reform the school while keeping a secret of her own.
When the Stars Gossip
Korean actor Lee Min-ho makes his long-awaited comeback in this exciting new drama. The story follows Ryong and Eve, who once made promises in space but now must face the harsh realities of life back on Earth. As they struggle with duty, recovery, and unspoken feelings, suspicions and confessions come to light.
Meanwhile, with Ryong and Eve stranded in space, people on Earth rush to rescue them—but not always for the same reasons. This emotional drama unfolds over 16 episodes.
Public Disorder
This Italian crime drama follows a team of riot police officers as they struggle with the chaos of society and their own personal battles. After a violent protest spirals out of control, the consequences change their lives forever. As they face pressure from both the streets and within their own ranks, tensions rise, and tough choices must be made.