Anne Rice’s Witches of Mayfair
On AMC+ starting January 8
AMC’s continuation of the network’s undead universe brings Anne Rice’s works to streaming with a new series. Following the success of Interview with the Vampire, Witches of Mayfair follows neurosurgeon Rowan Fielding, who learns she descends from a long lineage of witches haunted by a persistent dark force. Alexandra Daddario leads the cast as a bold new chapter unfolds in this supernatural saga.
What’s Left of Us
On HBO from January 16
The long awaited adaptation of the beloved video game The Last of Us arrives, crafted by Craig Mazin, known for Chernobyl. The story unfolds in a postapocalyptic United States after a fungal outbreak mutates beyond control. Smuggler Joel escorts Ellie, a young survivor, across the country, hoping that her blood holds the key to a vaccine. Pedro Pascal plays Joel, with Bella Ramsey portraying Ellie as their journey tests trust and survival.
Fandorin. Azazel
Streaming on Kinopoisk from January 19
Adapted from Boris Akunin’s first Fandorin novel, the series relocates the detective’s origin to a contemporary Russia where a constitutional monarchy and the remnants of the Romanov era shape a new political landscape. Young Erast Fandorin begins his police career and confronts his first major case when a prominent oil magnate dies by suicide. The ensemble features Vladislav Tiron, Maxim Matveev, Evgeny Stychkin and Mila Ershova in key roles.
Pokerface
Premiering on Peacock from January 26
Rian Johnson, the director of Blades Removed and Star Wars: The Last Jedi, introduces a savvy investigator in a brand new crime series. Charlie Cale, a woman who instinctively knows when people are lying, uses this skill to uncover injustices across the United States. A ten-episode first season follows her as she unravels a different mystery in each episode. Natasha Lyonne leads the cast, with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Adrien Brody, Chloe Sevigny, Ron Perlman and others appearing in supporting roles.
White House Plumbers
Debuting on HBO in March
A political drama exploring the actions of financial adviser George Liddy and his associate E. Howard Hunt as they operate in the Nixon era. The series delves into covert operations and the Watergate scandal that culminated in a presidential resignation. Woody Harrelson, Justin Theroux, Domhnall Gleason, Lena Headey and Kiernan Shipka headline the ensemble.
Air Masters
Streaming on Apple TV+ in early 2023
Presented as a spiritual successor to Band of Brothers and The Pacific, this World War II miniseries from Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks centers on the pilots of the 8th U.S. Air Force who carried out strategic bombing over Nazi-occupied Europe. The cast includes Austin Butler and Barry Keoghan, with Cary Fukunaga directing the initial episodes. The production revisits the grit and camaraderie of air combat and survival behind enemy lines.
X-Men ’97
Available on Disney+ in late 2023
The return of the beloved 90s X-Men animated series continues the story from the original run, offering a new chapter independent of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Beau DeMayo serves as showrunner, with the same surviving voice cast back to bring the mutants to life as they navigate a world still catching its breath after the classic era.
Ahsoka
On Disney+ in 2023
Ahsoka Tano, former Padawan of Anakin Skywalker, takes center stage in a new live-action adventure. Rosario Dawson returns to the role, joined by Hayden Christensen as Anakin and a roster of familiar allies as the star explores post-Return of the Jedi events and the search for Imperial remnants. The series expands the Mandalorian timeline, weaving together new paths for a galaxy still finding its balance.
The Three-Body Problem
Streaming on Netflix in 2023
An ambitious adaptation of Liu Cixin’s celebrated science fiction saga follows humanity’s first contact with an extraterrestrial civilization. The series is shaped by Game of Thrones veterans David Benioff and D. B. Weiss, with producer credits including Rian Johnson, Rosamund Pike and Brad Pitt. The cast features Eiza González, Benedict Wong, John Bradley, Liam Cunningham and Jonathan Pryce in key roles.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Debuts on Disney+ in 2023
A Star Wars entry set in the same era as The Mandalorian, focusing on a coming-of-age story about a group of young friends. Kathleen Kennedy has described the project as inspired by adventurous classics like The Goonies. Jude Law is among the principal cast, with Jon Watts and Christopher Ford producing. The tone aims for a mix of wonder and peril in a gateway to the wider galaxy.
The King and the Clown
Streaming on Kinopoisk in 2023
A musical drama tracing the rise of St. Petersburg’s punk legends Korol i Shut. The series promises a vivid portrayal of the band’s formation, success, and the tangled relationships among its members. Producers include Igor Panker Gudkov and Andrey Knyazev, who help anchor the project with deep roots in the group’s history.
Idol
Set to air on HBO in 2023
A provocative showbiz drama created by Abel Tesfaye and Sam Levinson. The Idol follows a rising pop star whose touring life is upended after a breakdown, drawing her into a controversial alliance with a self-styled guru who channels a modern cult energy.
The Fall of the House of Usher
Coming to Netflix in 2023
Mike Flanagan returns with a new horror series tied to Edgar Allan Poe’s legacy. The show centers on a haunted mansion and a family cursed by dark histories, reimagined for a contemporary audience. In addition to Flanagan’s regular collaborators, Mark Hamill appears in the series as part of the extended cast.
Shogun
Streaming on Hulu in 2023
A dramatic adaptation of James Clavell’s epic novel. The story follows an English navigator and a powerful samurai as their worlds collide in 17th century Japan. The ensemble includes Cosmo Jarvis, Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai, delivering a sweeping, character-driven epic against a richly drawn historical backdrop.
Blossom
Streaming on WeTV in 2023
The long-awaited return of Wong Kar-wai behind the camera marks a cinematic milestone. Blossom, set in Shanghai across several decades, brings together characters from different eras in a mood that channels the director’s signature romantic sensibilities. The project is positioned as a spiritual successor to the director’s celebrated classics and aims to capture the city’s evolving pulse.
Together…
…Good Omens, Bridgerton, The Witcher, Outer Banks, House, Carnival Row, The Crown, Loki, The Mandalorian, The Descendants, True Detective, The Hunters, The Handmaid’s Tale, Riverdale, Ted Lasso, You, The Building Murders, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Black Mirror and The Hornets, plus three Doctor Who specials and more.