Influencers Jessi and Alessio Pasini finally brought their baby boy home from the NICU — and have already received a hefty bill for their newborn’s life-saving treatment.

“It is $900,357.55,” Jessi said in a Friday, May 16, TikTok video, to which Alesso revealed the sum is “almost a million.”

“Lorenzo is a million-dollar baby,” Alessio quipped. “But it is more because we have $250K from [Jessi’s visit] … and here is missing the doctors.”

Jessi gave birth to the couple’s first baby, son Lorenzo Leone, prematurely at 26 weeks in February. Jessi had been diagnosed with complete placenta previa, which required medical supervision before her delivery. After Lorenzo’s arrival, he was transported to the NICU unit for months of treatment and observation.

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According to Jessi, the neonatologists in the unit cost $4,000 a day.

“He was there for 85 days, [which totals to] $340,000,” she said, noting that insurance has helped cover the financial cost of their baby’s treatment.

Jessi and Alessio’s son was discharged earlier this month, and the couple finally brought their newborn home.

“After 85 days in the NICU, you finally get to walk out with Dad,” the couple wrote via Instagram on Monday, May 11, alongside footage of Alessio holding Lorenzo’s car seat.

Lorenzo has been home for two weeks at the time of publication.

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“In the NICU, the nurses chart everything that they do and then they write it on a piece of paper and they plug it into the computer so they know when he ate, took his medicine, whatever,” Jessi recalled in a YouTube vlog posted on Saturday, May 16. “Alessio and I started doing that here ‘cause I’m using the little app to track everything.”

At home, she and Alessio can use their notes to figure out when their son last ate, slept or needed a diaper change.

“Day 1 rocked our world because we had expected Lorenzo to come home on his NICU schedule because, in the NICU, he had care times every three hours,” Jessi admitted. “Every care time, he would have his diaper changed, he would get his temperature taken and eat and then he would be awake a little bit and then he would go to sleep, and then this continued every three hours.”

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She continued, “We were thinking he was going to come home on that similar schedule because they said a lot of babies stay on that schedule. Not him.”

According to Jessi, her son likely recognized his “new environment” that needed more time to get used to.

“I think he was needing extra comfort,” she said. “He wanted to be in our arms constantly because, I think, he was adjusting. You know, I would feel the same way.”

Taylor Swift shimmered in a golden ensemble worth almost $6,000 while on an outing with fiancé Travis Kelce.

The “Style” singer, 36, stepped out with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, 36, to attend a private event in Bushwick, Brooklyn on Saturday, May 16, per a viral social media video. The couple held hands as they walked past a small crowd gathered outside the venue where the private event was held.

Kelce looked effortlessly chic in a dark pinstriped suit and black sunglasses while Swift wore a golden Maria Lucia Hohan allar cutout silk mousseline gown ($2,280). The singer-songwriter accessorized her glittery look with Aquazzura’s flaxen Tequila Sandal 105 heels ($1,635) and a sparkly Ari Clutch bag ($1,795) with a modern art aesthetic, per What Taylor Wears.

Of course, Swift was also wearing her massive engagement ring, an old mine brilliant cut diamond on a gold band, which was designed by Kindred Lubeck at Artifex Fine Jewelry.

Saturday’s outing was the second night in a row that Swift and Kelce stepped out in New York City. On Friday, May 15, they were spotted holding hands as they had dinner at Or’esh, a Mediterranean eatery where meals are prepared over a live-fire stove.

For Friday’s date night, Swift paired an off-the-shoulder cream dress with a floral pattern alongside Aquazzura’s Twist Sandal 95 heels and a straw shoulder bag with a chain strap. Kelce went for a light blue and white pinstriped button-down emblazoned with patchwork artwork of a wolf on one panel, plus black pants and shoes.

The couple are also fresh off a visit to London, with Kelce recently opening up on his “New Heights” podcast about how much fun they had across the pond.

“For the most part, [I] had some really good food, enjoyed some plays,” Kelce shared. “[We] saw Sadie Sink and, I believe, Noah Jupe is his name [in Romeo & Juliet in the West End]. He was f***ing phenomenal as Romeo. Sadie is phenomenal as Juliet, as well.”

Having got engaged in August 2025, fans of both Swift and Kelce are anticipating their upcoming wedding. On a recent “New Heights” episode, Kelce got some unexpected wedding advice from his guest, Rory McIlroy, while the golfer was sharing stories from the prestigious Masters Champions Dinner.

“It’s an incredible night to be sitting in that room,” McIlroy, 37, told him. “It’s a bit like — and Travis, you’ll feel this this year whenever you’re sitting at your wedding — you have all the people in a room … it’s amazing to have all these people in the same room. You’re just sitting there and it’s surreal. It’s unbelievable.”

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The golfer went on, “The only thing I can compare it to is your wedding day because it’s this collection of people in the same room. It’s wild.”

“I can’t wait,” Travis beamed.

Swift and Kelce are expected to tie the knot this year, though exact details and dates have been kept under wraps.

Former Melrose Place and Days of Our Lives star Patrick Muldoon was laid to rest nearly one month after his death at age 57.

“Tough Day saying goodbye to my friend Pat Muldoon!!! He was my Teammate, My Brother, My Friend🙏🏾 miss you already brotha,” his former USC Trojans teammate Rodney Peete announced via Instagram on Saturday, May 16.

While Muldoon was best known for his acting work, he was a star football player as a teenager and even played tight end for USC in the 1980s.

Mulddon’s ex-girlfriend Denise Richards‘ daughter Sami Sheen was also in attendance at the celebration of life service and shared the handout via Instagram.

“Miss u so much Patrick,” Sheen, 22, captioned the photo.

Muldoon’s family had previously announced that a memorial service would be held for the late actor at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Santa Monica.

The entertainment world was rocked on April 19 when news broke that Muldoon had died from a heart attack. (A death certificate obtained exclusively by Us Weekly indicated that there were multiple underlying causes in Muldoon’s death, including a pulmonary embolism and coagulopathy disorder, a genetic condition that impairs the blood’s ability to form clots properly.)

“With his poetry, his humor, and his unmistakable presence. [Patrick] loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen,” read a statement released to the media. “Stylish, charismatic, and full of life, he embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit.”

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Tributes came pouring in from many of Muldoon’s friends and former costars, including former Days of Our Lives castmate Lisa Rinna, his ex-girlfriend Tori Spelling and numerous soap stars.

Muldoon’s former girlfriend Richards wrote that she was “deeply heartbroken & devastated” to lose him via an Instagram tribute on April 21. (The former couple dated in the late 1990s, during which they also worked together on the 1997 science fiction classic Starship Troopers.)

“You were my best friend & my family. We met in our first acting class, I was 19 never had an acting job and you were 21 a student at USC doing a recurring role on who’s the boss,” she remembered. “And here we are. 36 years later. My whole adult life & I don’t know it without you. The friendship, love, support, respect & loyalty we had was unconditional and rare. You lit up every room you walked into. You are larger than life & Everyone was drawn to you. So talented & most underrated actor. And most humble.”

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Richards vowed that she’d always remember Muldoon for “your laugh, your kindness, your wit, your strength, your loyalty, your passion, and your zest for life.”

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“We’ve been each other’s rock. Our memories together are endless. You’ve had my back and protected me more than anyone. I don’t know what I’m going to do without you here,” she went on. “You’re my voice of reason & pillar of strength. Especially during this last year of pain & heartache. And now I need you more than ever, for this pain and heartache losing you. Schweetbabe we’ve had those conversations.”

The RHOBH alum concluded, “We thought we’d live forever or at least into our 90’s. Schweetbabe I will be looking for those signs. I need to know you’re still here with me. I love you so much & miss you dearly schweetbabe.”

Muldoon was survived by Miriam Rothbart, his longtime girlfriend.

Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody is embracing method acting for his Broadway debut, sharing that he has chosen to isolate himself to get into character. As the production continues its run, the actor is stepping away from distractions to help maintain the emotional depth and focus required for the demanding live performance.

Award-winning actor Adrien Brody has gone to extremes, immersing himself completely into his characters for past roles. For his Broadway debut, the 53-year-old actor has chosen isolation and solitude to play the role of wrongfully convicted inmate Nick Yarris in “The Fear of 13.”

In a conversation with Interview magazine in April, published on May 15, the actor shared that he chose to live in a hotel room for months to get into the mind of Yarris, who spent more than two decades on death row before being exonerated.

Brody said the isolation made him lonely, but explained that it was necessary for him to get into character. “I’m playing a man who has lived far deeper in that isolation. What I experience is only scratching the surface,” he noted.

The Actor Said Taking On A Role Takes Sacrifice

Brody shared how acting takes up emotional and mental space, adding that sacrifices must be made to be fully committed. While he is used to method acting for his film roles, taking the stage is a different experience, something he said he hadn’t done since he was a kid. “It pushed me beyond my own boundaries, really, and made me yearn to tell the story and be brave enough to step into relatively uncharted territory for me,” Brody said.

The actor said he wasn’t worried about being alone for months, adding that he understood what he needed to do to take on the role. “It’s not the first time I’ve done it, and it won’t be the last,” he noted, adding that his preparation leads to “better work.” Brody shared that he pours as much of himself into the role as he plays it and then lets it go afterward.

The Real Story Of Nick Yarris

In 1982, Nick Yarris was convicted of murder, rape, and abduction, and he was sentenced to death. He maintained his innocence through the years and demanded DNA testing to prove his innocence. In the 90’s, however, DNA technology wasn’t as advanced, and results were inconclusive.

In 2003, a final round of DNA testing was conducted on pieces of evidence collected at the crime scene, which resulted in a profile that exculpated Yarris. His conviction was vacated, and he was exonerated by the DNA evidence. Yarris was released from prison in 2004 after fighting for his innocence for 22 years while on death row.

Yarris’ story was the subject of the 2015 documentary “The Fear of 13.” It was adapted into a stage play in 2024 and ran on the West End before debuting on Broadway in April 2026.

Adrien Brody On His Method Acting For ‘The Pianist’

In 2003, 29-year-old Brody received an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Polish-Jewish Władysław Szpilman in the 2002 Holocaust film “The Pianist,” making him the youngest actor to ever win the award in that category.

Brody said that his preparation for that role was “on a much greater scale.” He placed his belongings in storage, sold his car, moved out of his house, and could only be reached through voicemail. Furthermore, he stopped listening to modern music and stuck to classical pieces to fully immerse himself in the character. After filming the movie, Brody said he had to start his life “from scratch.”

“I had spent months immersed in the horrors of war, oppression, smoke, and ruin, and then returned to a city that carried some of that same weight,” he noted, adding that 9/11 happened after he finished filming “The Pianist.”

“It was important to me to go that far, to fully honor the responsibility of that role,” he explained.

Adrien Brody Celebrated His Broadway Success

Brody has received largely rave reviews for his Broadway debut, and the actor celebrated by hosting an intimate dinner with castmates and friends, as reported by Page Six. “The whole night felt incredibly celebratory,” an insider said about the event.

The source said Brody made a toast, commending his “Fear of 13” co-star Tessa Thompson. “Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for sharing this special experience… It’s been a profoundly enriching experience,” the actor said. Toward the end of the night, Brody and his castmates smashed a chocolate leg to honor the saying, “break a leg.”

“The Fear of 13” will conclude its limited Broadway run in July 2026.

Another couple from Netflix‘s popular reality show, “Love Is Blind,” has announced they are divorcing after four years of marriage.

Kwame Appiah and Chelsea Griffin, who met and married on season 4 of the headline-making dating series, shared a heartfelt and lenghty message about the status of their relationship after months of speculation.

While fans haven’t been privy to what’s gone on behind the scenes since leaving the show, during their season of “Love Is Blind,” Appiah and Griffin had a rocky start, leaving fans with more questions than answers.

Appiah and Griffin announced their plans to split with a joint post on Instagram. “Last week would have marked our fourth wedding anniversary,” Griffin wrote. “Out of respect for the life we shared, I wanted to address this moment directly with the community that has supported us over the years.”

She called the end of her marriage to Appiah “heartbreaking,” adding that the outcome wasn’t what she hoped or planned for. “I entered this relationship with deep love, commitment, and the intention of building a lasting life together,” she said.

Griffin explained that she and Appiah noticed that they were drifting apart, and while they have love for one another, they needed more.

“My mantra going forward is that I am strong, I am resilient, and there is still so much ahead of me,” she added.

Appiah Said His Divorce From Griffin Has Been ‘One Of The Hardest Decisions’ Of His Life

Appiah, meanwhile, shared a similar sentiment and added that their decision to split has “been on the hardest” he’s ever had to make.

“We built a life filled with memories, laughter, and love that I’ll always be grateful for,” he added. “We will always have respect and care for each other in everything we shared.”

According to Appiah, it was in the couple’s “best interest” to go their separate ways after realizing they weren’t aligned with their “life goals.”

The ‘Love Is Blind’ Couple Appeared To Deny Rumors That They Were Splitting In April 2026

Griffin and Appiah’s announcement comes just weeks after the pair appeared to shoot down rumors that they had broken up.

According to Cosmo, Griffin shared an image to her Instagram Stories in April 2026 of herself and Appiah enjoying the sun on their patio.

Appiah reshared the post to his own page and added the caption, “Sitting in what once was a pile of dirt & wood chips.”

Speculation surrounding the couple’s union ramped up over the past few months after users noticed that Griffin had stopped using Appiah’s last name and was missing her wedding ring in some photos.

Appiah And Griffin’s Story On ‘Love Is Blind’ Wasn’t Sunshine And Rainbows

While Appiah and Griffin’s split might be hard to hear, social media users seemed to believe it would eventually come.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Appiah and Griffin’s journey toward each other on “Love Is Blind” wasn’t the traditional love story.

According to Us Weekly, Appiah was involved in a love triangle with Griffin and Micah Lussier. His heart was set on the latter; however, when she connected with someone else, Appiah ran back to Griffin.

After asking Griffin to be his wife, Appiah said that he made the right decision. “I think no matter what, especially when you start looking at the life that you have now, but when you think about the connection I have with Chelsea — the pod relationship you have with someone [is] completely different from the actual relationship you have with someone,” he said.

He added, “Like, when I went past the pods with Chelsea, I was just like, ‘OK, this is almost a reflex for us, the way we interact, the way we understand each other.’ I just don’t believe that would’ve ever been the case with Micah, and I can respect that.”

Other ‘Love Is Blind’ Couples Have Divorced

Griffin and Appiah aren’t the only couples from “Love Is Blind” to divorce, according to TODAY.

In August 2022, Danielle Ruhl and Nick Thompson from season 2 announced their separation, while Jarrette Jones and Iyanna McNeely shared a similar statement days later.

Season 3 stars Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux split in December 2024, and Colleen Reed and Matt Bolton divorced in 2025.

And that’s not all. Lydia Velez Gonzalez and James “Milton” Johnson IV, and season 7 contestants Tyler Francis and Ashley Adionser, also split in 2025.

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Some war epics are built around sweeping battlefields, huge speeches, and sheer awe — the kind that makes you feel the weight of history. This movie, instead, is a more intimate look, locking in on the tension of bomb disposal units, the physical weight of the suit, the dirt, the sweat, and the terror and knowledge that each second could be your last. Not exactly a comfort watch, but it’s one of the most gripping American war movies of the 21st century, and now it’s streaming for free.

The Hurt Locker is available to stream for free this month on Fawesome, which means it’s time for people to rediscover — or come across for the first time — Kathryn Bigelow’s Oscar-winning Iraq War thriller. Released in 2008, the film follows a U.S. Army bomb disposal unit working through the final weeks of its rotation in Baghdad. Bigelow doesn’t turn this war into a spectacle though, because it’s a tightly wound, introspective anxiety attack of a movie that focuses on the unique addiction of being close to danger.

The cast includes Jeremy Renner (The Town, Wind River) as Staff Sergeant William James, Anthony Mackie (Captain America: Brave New World, The Banker) as Sergeant J.T. Sanborn, Brian Geraghty (Flight, Boardwalk Empire) as Specialist Owen Eldridge, Guy Pearce (Memento, L.A. Confidential) as Staff Sergeant Matt Thompson, Ralph Fiennes (Schindler’s List, The Menu) as a private military contractor, David Morse (The Green Mile, Contact) as Colonel Reed, and Evangeline Lilly (Lost, Ant-Man) as Connie James.

Was ‘The Hurt Locker’ a Success?

By all metrics, it’s fair to say The Hurt Locker was a success, being a massive hit among critics and audiences. The film earned a nearly perfect 96% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, and even the Popcornmeter, which measures audience response, sits at an 86%. It only grossed $49 million at the global box office, but this was enough to make it a financial win due to its very modest $15 million budget. Oh, it also won six Oscars at the 2010 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, which both went to Bigelow. Yep, this one was a success.

The Hurt Locker is streaming for free this month on Fawesome.

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There are a lot of detective TV shows, both in the past and present. Some of them are admittedly corny with writing that doesn’t give the actors much to work with in terms of depth. Some are designed to be silly, campy, even on purpose. In these instances, overacting is actually appreciated, even applauded.

There are some great detective shows, however, from the last few decades, some of which are still on television, that highlight really great acting. This is thanks to the fantastic actors and great writing, as well as, in many cases, the overall tone of the show.

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High Potential isn’t necessarily a serious detective show, but it is one of the best police procedurals of the 2020s. It’s a network TV crime drama that follows the usual procedural, case-of-the-week format with an overarching story involving interpersonal relationships among the main characters. But the acting is spot-on. Kaitlin Olson is so convincing as Morgan Gillory, an eccentric, “doesn’t-play-by-the-rules” single mother with a bold fashion sense and an incredibly brilliant mind. Daniel Sunjata, meanwhile, is absolutely perfect as the straight man to her quirkiness, detective Adam Karadec. He’s reluctantly forced to partner with Morgan once she’s hired as a consultant for the major crimes division of the local police department and the way they play off one another is beautiful.

The show shifts its tone from comedy to drama from one episode and moment to the next, meaning the actors have to move in kind, and they do so brilliantly. This isn’t a serious show like some of the others, but the acting is on par.

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Bosch (2014–2021)

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Titus Welliver is one of those actors fans recognize from so many projects but just can’t quite place him. He has had supporting roles in high-profile shows like Lost, Deadwood, and Sons of Anarchy, and appeared in movies like Gone Baby Gone and Argo. But it’s Bosch that really showed fans he could lead a show and a cast. And boy, could he do it well.

The police procedural follows detective Hary Bosch (Welliver) as he investigates various cases while simultaneously dealing with his own personal issues, including, in the first season, being tried for shooting a suspect in alleged self-defense. He tackles the clashing of his dedication to work and the annoyance of personal troubles that get in the way with on-screen ease. The story and writing are impeccable; the series is based on Michael Connelly novels, adding a level of grit. Welliver really brings it home alongside the supporting cast that includes the late Lance Reddick, Amy Aquino, Jason Gedrick, Jeri Ryan, and others.

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Mare of Easttown (2021)

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A crime drama miniseries, Mare of Easttown follows Marianne “Mare” Sheehan (Kate Winslet), a police detective investigating the murder of a teenage mother in her small Pennsylvania suburb while dealing with her own personal troubles. Earning 16 Emmy nominations and winning four, including one for Winslet, it’s no surprise this series was praised for its acting.

In fact, alongside Winslet, a revered A-list movie actor, Julianne Nicholson and Evan Peters also won for their main roles. With the amazing, gripping script, the series presents like a movie.

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True Detective (2014–Present)

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Every season of True Detective is different since it’s an anthology crime drama. But they all have one thing in common: they involve detectives investigating a case and an incredibly talented cast of A-listers. The first season stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, while Season 2 counts Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams, and Vince Vaughn among its cast. Mahershala Ali and Stephen Dorff head up the cast for Season 3, and Jodie Foster mesmerizes in Season 4, equally matched by Kali Reis.

Once again, the stories in all four seasons of True Detective present like movies as viewers follow the emotional, sometimes terrifying, plots from start to finish. Featuring a range of themes and varying styles, including actors having to play themselves in multiple timelines in several seasons, each one is like a masterclass in acting.

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The Fall (2013–2016)

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Put Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan together and there’s no doubt the acting would be impeccable. Anderson convincingly puts on a British accent for the role of Metropolitan Police Superintendent Stella Gibson in The Fall, who is investigating a series of murders, believing them to be connected to a serial killer. Dornan, meanwhile, will give viewers the creeps as Peter Paul Spector, a grief counselor and family man who moonlights as a sick and twisted killer.

The cat and mouse game in the series is compelling, thanks in large part to these two leads carrying the plot along so smoothly. While the supporting cast is just as wonderful, these two undoubtedly shine whenever they’re on-screen, even more so when the pair is together in a scene.

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Mindhunter (2017–2019)

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Mindhunter is easily considered one of the best psychological crime thrillers of this decade. While both Jonathan Groff and Holt McCallany nail their roles as two special agents in the Behavioral Science Unit of the FBI who coined the term “serial killer,” it’s the supporting cast that will blow viewers away.

The story is loosely based on the real story of the origin of this term and features interviews with actors playing some of the most notorious real-life serial killers in history, some dialogue taken right from the actual transcripts. The actors who take on the personas of killers like Ed Kemper (Cameron Britton), David Berkowitz (Oliver Cooper), and Charles Manson (Damon Herriman) fully capture the essence of these figures. It’s evident they studied everything from vocal inflection to mannerisms for months to slink so convincingly into the roles. It’s both fascinating and terrifying how good they are.

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Dexter (2006–2013)

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Arguably one of the most underrated crime dramas of the 2000s and 2010s when it comes to acting, it was like Michael C. Hall was born to play Dexter Morgan in Dexter. He beautifully weaves from awkward family man to menacing killer with such ease, convincing fans that he really does harbor a darkness inside him that he has become a master at hiding.

It’s not just about Hall, though. In all the best episodes of the later seasons, Jennifer Carpenter will give viewers chills with her emotionally charged performance. From grappling with the realities of who her adoptive brother is to reaching rock bottom after the death of a friend and mentor, her emotions flow through the screen right into viewers’ souls. It’s a travesty she was never nominated for an Emmy for her role.

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Fargo (2014–2024)

Another TV show that has featured a cast of movie actors, Fargo is based on the 1996 movie of the same name. The black comedy crime drama follows an anthology format, with each season covering a different case in a different setting, time, and characters. With actors having to capture the essence of everything from the 1950s to the American Midwest, it’s entertaining and thought-provoking.

Actors like Billy Bob Thornton, Martin Freeman, Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart, Ted Danson, Ewan McGregor, Juno Temple, and Jon Hamm are all at the top of their games, adding their unique talents to the scripts across all five seasons. There isn’t a bad cast member among the bunch.

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The Wire (2002–2008)

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Raw, real, and written by a former police reporter and former homicide detective and public school teacher, the type of show that The Wire is wouldn’t have worked without a top-notch cast of brilliant actors. And that it has. The crime drama focuses on crime, law enforcement, and other related social issues within Baltimore, each season tackling a different pressing issue that plagues the city and impacts peace and order.

The late Michael K. Williams is a stand-out among the cast, along with Dominic West. They’re joined by a stellar lineup that includes the late Lance Reddick, Sonja Sohn, Seth Gilliam, Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, Amy Ryan, the list goes on and on. It’s no surprise many of the actors from this show had a long history in similar series or went on to achieve great success after their role in this show. The performances were gripping, emotional, and convincing, making viewers feel as though they were truly seeing a day in the life of whomever they were following.

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Broadchurch (2013–2017)

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The British crime drama Broadchurch is set in a fictional town and centers around detective inspector Alec Hardy (David Tennant) and detective sergeant Ellie Miller (Olivia Colman) as they investigate various cases, beginning with the murder of a child.

Earning rave reviews for all three of its seasons, one of the universally praised aspects of Broadchurch is the phenomenal cast. While it might be a typical police procedural, the superb acting elevates the concept, principally from the two leads but from the supporting cast as well, including Jodie Whittaker and Jonathan Bailey.

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Ronda Rousey scored a stunning 17-second victory over Gina Carano in both MMA legends’ return to the combat sport for Netflix.

The heavily-anticipated fight took place on Saturday, May 16, at the the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, under the banner of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions. (Carano, 44, last fought in August 2009 when she lost by TKO to Cris Cyborg in the first round. Rousey, 39, most recently competed in December 2016 when she lost via TKO to Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds.)

In Saturday’s fight, Rousey quickly trapped Carano in an arm-bar to score the submission victory less than 20 seconds after the fight officially started. The two MMA icons shared a tearful hug after their brief fight.

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“Gina is the person who brought me into MMA and is the only person who could have brought me back into MMA,” Rousey told Ariel Helwani after the bout. “She’s my f***ing hero, man. She brought me back home when no one else could … You changed my world and we changed the world.”

Asked whether there is any chance she will fight again, Rousey replied, “There’s no way I could have ended it better than this. I want to have some more babies and get cooking.”

Netflix’s MVP MMA 1 featured a stacked card where former Ultimate Fighter winner Nate Diaz lost to UFC veteran Mike Perry and ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou defeated Philipe Lins in a five-round heavyweight fight.

Rousey announced her surprise return to MMA in February after spending the last decade competing on and off in professional wrestling for WWE.

“Been waiting so long to announce this: Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history!” she said in a statement. “And we’re partnering with the fighter-first promotion MVP as well as the biggest and baddest streamer on the planet Netflix. This is for all MMA fans past, present and future. More to come… much more.”

At the time, Carano said that a long-awaited dream match against Rousey was the only offer intriguing enough to bring her out of a near 17-year retirement.

“Ronda came to me and said there is only one person she would make a comeback for and it has been her dream to make this fight happen between us,” Carano said in February. “She thanked me for opening up doors for her in her career and was respectful in asking for this fight to happen. This is an honor. I believe I will walk out of this fight with the win, and I anticipate it will not come easy, which I welcome. This is as much for Ronda and me as it is for the fans and mixed martial arts community. What a time to be alive.”

Speaking exclusively to Us Weekly in April, Rousey opened up about how her fight training has changed since becoming a mom. (Rousey and her husband, Travis Browne, share two daughters: La’akea Makalapuaokalanipō, 4, and Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha, 17 months.)

“It’s definitely more fun because we’ve made having fun the priority, instead of just making it all about the result, experience be damned,” she explained. “It’s leading to better results than I ever could have had otherwise. Every day is fun. I feel like I have energy, and I’m not digging deep every single second of the day. It’s really a great time to share with them.”

Rousey went on, “Pō loves being on the mat. She’s gonna be so sad when we take the cage out, because it’s like a gigantic playpen for them, and she loves to watch me train. … She’s usually such a hyper kid. When I was a kid, my mom said the only way she would be able to sit down was if she put me in a box and sat on it. That’s how my daughter is.”

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“I was cursed to raise a child with as much energy as me, but man, when I’m training, she just sits there and watches, transfixed,” she joked. “She definitely wants to fight and has been asking me to. She saw some kids doing jujitsu and said, ‘I want to do that.’ I was like, ‘You will.’ I don’t want to push her in it too early.”

Rousey also touched on what could come next in her life and career now that she has stepped back into the MMA world.

“Me and my husband want to try for two more kids. I just want to make more little people. … Professionally, I feel like there’s nothing else I could really do that is worth taking time away from my family ever again,” she told Us in April.

Netflix currently plays host to some of the most-watched shows on streaming, from the true-crime series Should I Marry A Murderer and Jack Thorne‘s Lord of the Flies adaptation to the return of Devil May Cry and The Roast of Kevin Hart. One of the very best new shows dominating the Netflix charts is the must-watch seven-episode crime thriller, Man on Fire. Based on the same novel that inspired the 2004 movie starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning, the show features a star-studded cast, including Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Billie Boullet, Alice Braga, Scoot McNairy, and Bobby Cannavale, and earned a huge 11 million views in its first four days.

However, with all seven episodes released at once at the end of April, most have already finished their binge-watch of this pulse-racing series. So what next? Well, it seems as if Man on Fire fans have turned to a perfect Bruce Willis-led alternative from all the way back in 1993. The Die Hard, The Sixth Sense, and Pulp Fiction star certainly has one of the best filmographies in the business, with the serial killer thriller Striking Distance one of the more underrated entries in his catalog.

Currently receiving the love it deserved more than 30 years ago, Striking Distance is one of the ten most-streamed movies on Netflix in the U.S. The movie is also proving popular internationally, ranking in the top 15 on Apple TV in Ireland and the top ten on Apple TV in the UK. In the Rowdy Herrington-directed movie, Willis plays a homicide detective named Tom Hardy (no, not that one), and is joined in a strong cast by the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Dennis Farina, Tom Sizemore, and others.

Critics Weren’t Kind to ‘Striking Distance’

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Although it has aged fairly well, with its faults now looking much better through a ’90s nostalgia lens, Striking Distance faced a heap of negative reviews upon release. Scoring just 20% on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, Striking Distance is one of the lowest-rated on the site of any Willis-led movie. Legendary critic Roger Ebert wrote of the film, “Striking Distance is an exhausted reassembly of bits and pieces from all the other movies that are more or less exactly like this one.”

The Bruce Willis-led Striking Distance is streaming on Netflix. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.

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September 17, 1993

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No streamer has built up a catalog as extensive as Netflix‘s. Filled to the brim with movies, series, documentaries, and more, Netflix continues to serve as the place to go for top-tier entertainment. But with wall-to-wall content, there will inevitably be some you miss. With binge-watching all the rage, it sounds easy to watch a miniseries in a single sitting, but there are times you’ll likely miss some that you’ll wish you caught sooner.

The 10 titles on this list are not only brilliant, but they’re also examples of why Netflix reigns supreme. From gritty crime thrillers with A-list stars to powerful ripped-from-the-headlines dramas, the miniseries here are destined to leave you satisfied upon completion. Though many of the obvious greats you likely have already watched, this won’t be filled with them. This list is to celebrate the greats that didn’t get the same adoration as the obvious shows like Adolescence and Baby Reindeer. These are the shows that deserve to be in the same conversation with them.

1

‘Alias Grace’ (2017)

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We all know Margaret Atwood for her novel The Handmaid’s Tale and the thrilling series that came from it, but what about the adaptation of her other work? In 2017, Netflix brought Atwood’s Alias Grace to life. The true-crime story depicts Grace Marks (Sarah Gadon), a poor Irish immigrant maid in 1840s Canada, convicted of murdering her employer and his housekeeper, Thomas Kinnear and Nancy Montgomery (Paul Gross and Anna Paquin). The story focuses on whether she is a cold-blooded killer or a victim of circumstance and memory loss. Written by Sarah Polley and directed by Mary Harron, the slow-burning psychological thriller leaves the viewer questioning Grace’s guilt or innocence until the bitter end.

With a postmodern vantage on a Victorian crime story, the usage of an unreliable narrator, Alias Grace is a compelling watch. Led by Gadon’s hypnotic performance, Alias Grace is a nuanced, feminist-forward masterclass expertly portraying a complex, often ambiguous character who is simultaneously a victim, a victimizer, and a skilled storyteller. The story focuses on how Grace’s story has been historically manipulated by men, tackling themes of the constraints of class, gender, and power. A compelling period drama, Alias Grace is a dark and twisted gem.

2

‘Black Rabbit’ (2025)

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The last quarter of 2025 was quite busy on Netflix with the debut of The Beast in Me and the final episodes of Stranger Things, so it’s understandable why you missed the Jude Law and Jason Bateman thriller. But once you sit down and start Black Rabbit, you’ll be glued to your screens. Created by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman, the highly stressful crime drama tells of estranged brothers Jake and Vince Friedken, whose reunion triggers a chaotic descent into New York City’s dangerous criminal underworld. The show focuses on high-stakes gambling debts, family toxicity, and the destruction of a prestigious restaurant, Black Rabbit. Ozark meets The Bear, Black Rabbit is an anxiety-inducing watch that effectively explores themes of loyalty, debt, and the burden of the past through a fast-paced narrative of unnerving trouble.

With a moody atmosphere, magnetic performances, and a gritty portrayal of Manhattan nightlife, Black Rabbit has a cinematic edge in its episodic form. Black Rabbit is an addictive watch thanks to its well-structured story that keeps you guessing about where it will lead next. Just when you think there may be a moment to breathe, something happens that raises the anxiety to its peak. Led by dynamite performances from Bateman and Law, the entire ensemble brings their A-game to the project. From Amaka Okafor as Roxie, the ambitious head chef, to Forrest Weber as Junior, the mob boss’s fire starter son, each actor provides a full-body performance that keeps the story captivating. Black Rabbit deserves a seat at the VIP table.

3

‘Bodies’ (2023)

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Some shows require your complete, undivided attention, and Bodies was very much one of them. In fact, a whiteboard may have come in handy for its intricate story. Based on the DC Vertigo graphic novel, the sci-fi mystery thriller follows four detectives in four eras — DS Sharhara Hasan (Amaka Okafor), DS Karl Weissman (Jacob Fortune-Lloyd), DI Alfred Hillinghead (Kyle Soller), and DC Iris Maplewood (Shira Haas) — who discover the same dead body in the same London location, uncovering a massive, century-spanning conspiracy involving a cult leader and a time-looping doomsday device. As each detective slowly unravels the truth about how their cases connect through the mysterious time-traveling figure Elias Mannix/Julian Harker (Stephen Graham and Gabriel Howell), Bodies is a time-warped team-up adventure that culminates in the prevention of a catastrophic event.

If there is one thing guaranteed while watching Bodies, it’s this: it’s tightly plotted. Unlike many mystery box stories, Bodies’ interconnecting narrative is a clear puzzle that comes together effortlessly. You just might not get it immediately on the journey. That’s the hook. If you stick to the story and allow the gripping action to unravel, the payoff is well worth it. A truly transcendent tale, Bodies is a twisty time travel story that masterfully captures the atmosphere of each time period. With a satisfying conclusion, this is one high-concept tale you don’t need more because of its perfect ending.

4

‘Cunk on Earth’ (2023)

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Blending the worlds of satirical comedy and historical documentary, Cunk on Earth introduced Diane Morgan’s Philamena Cunk to a worldwide audience. And yes, we’ve been changed for the better and for good. The mockumentary series features the ill-informed investigative reporter as she travels the world attempting to tell the story of human civilization from early prehistory to the modern day. Through its high concentration of jokes, dry, deadpan humor, and a unique blend of accurate, factual information and absurd, satirical, and uninformed narration, Cunk on Earth extended the sensationally crafted character as she wreaked havoc on unsuspecting experts with her absurd line of questioning.

The range of topics, from the Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution to the evolution of AI, Cunk on Earth maintains the big-budget BBC-style documentary approach as it absolutely rips history to shreds. Complete with sweeping drone shots and pensive shots of the fictional host, it’s the ridiculous commentary that keeps us laughing on the floor. The writing and improvisation are sharp. Whether she’s talking about her mate Paul or wittily integrating her fixation on the unrelated Belgium techno anthem “Pump Up the Jam,” the payoffs are worth it in the end. Cunk had a life pre-Netflix, and she’s about to have more soon. What’s clear is that the format is an addictive winner, proving that dry humor is very much a beloved style of comedy.

5

‘Godless’ (2017)

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Before the Taylor Sheridan Western boom on television, Netflix had its hands on an underrated hit, Godless. In the Scott Frank-created series, Roy Goode (Jack O’Connell), a young outlaw on the run from his vengeful mentor, Frank Griffin (Jeff Daniels), seeks revenge for betraying him. He winds up in La Belle, a small New Mexico mining town populated almost entirely by women after a mining disaster killed most of the men, who band together to defend their home against a murderous gang. A show about morality in the face of survival, Godless explores the strength of community and the tension between freedom and order.

What sets Godless apart from much Western content is its brilliant take on a female-centric narrative. Godless features a sensational ensemble led by Michelle Dockery as Alice Fletcher, an unflinching widow, and Merritt Wever as Mary-Agnes, the widow of the mayor and lover of another woman, Callie Dunne (Tess Frazer). They serve as fervent characters who face off against the present force of men in the overarching story. Godless is also known for its sweeping cinematography, masterfully capturing the grit and charm of the Old West. Godless is an airtight, no-filler series that deserves to be hailed as a top-tier period Western.

6

‘Maid’ (2017)

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Many great miniseries work in a limited capacity because they are based on an already established complete story. Having the blueprint laid out means the episodic story is clear and concise. Such was the case for Molly Smith Metzler’s series, Maid. Based on Stephanie Land‘s memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive, the 10-episode series tells the story of Alex Russell (Margaret Qualley), a young mother struggling to make ends meet who flees an emotionally abusive relationship and works as a house cleaner to support her toddler daughter. A gritty exploration of poverty, homelessness, and bureaucratic hurdles, Maid is a faithful adaptation through a realistic, empathetic portrayal of poverty and a young woman’s determination to break the cycle.

Maid is an unflinching, unfiltered examination of single motherhood. With a compelling performance that established Qualley as a rising star, Maid captures the immense difficulty of moving from crisis to stability. Qualley provides resilience as Alex. Her scenes with those who contributed to her emotional turmoil are some of the most profound. The dynamic of mother and daughter is exceptional, perhaps due to the fact that it’s Qualley’s actual mom, Andie MacDowell, who plays Paula Langley, Alex’s estranged mother. Maid isn’t always the easiest watch because it intricately depicts the struggles of being in a toxic relationship while avoiding hard clichés. A word-of-mouth series, Maid continues to resonate as a strong entry in the Netflix vault.

7

‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ (2023)

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Surely you became addicted to Mike Flanagan and his horror brilliance upon completing The Haunting of Hill House. You were taken by The Haunting of Bly Manor and then Midnight Mass. Then, The Midnight Club was canceled after a season. All great series, but it’s The Fall of the House of Usher, the last in the string on Netflix-Flanagan’s collaborations, that is the hidden gem. The haunting eight-part thriller chronicles Roderick Usher (Bruce Greenwood), the corrupt CEO of a pharmaceutical company, whose life and family dynasty collapse when his six children begin dying in brutal, mysterious ways over two weeks. A Gothic horror masterpiece that uses dark humor as a critique of corporate greed, The Fall of the House of Usher tells you exactly what will happen; the allure of watching comes from just how it happens.

Filled to the brim with Flanagan mainstays having a blast in the twisted tale, The Fall of the House of Usher is a biting critique of modern themes through the lens of Edgar Allan Poe‘s Gothic literature. If you are a horror fanatic who gets a rise from graphic, creative deaths, this series delivers in spades. A horror version of Succession, The Fall of the House of Usher offers a satisfying, cathartic narrative and thrives through its portrayal of corrupt individuals receiving their gruesome comeuppance. With a sensational ensemble featuring Carla Gugino at her very best in a Flanagan series, the acting truly sets the show up for sensational success. A polished narrative with Flanagan’s signature style, The Fall of the House of Usher has left us wanting more.

8

‘Unbelievable’ (2019)

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With an onslaught of nonstop crime dramas, one or two might fall through the cracks. And sometimes that one or two just happen to be great. One such example is Unbelievable. The miniseries is based on the 2015 news article “An Unbelievable Story of Rape,” written by T. Christian Miller and Ken Armstrong about the Washington and Colorado serial rape cases. The story follows a teenager, Marie Adler (Kaitlyn Dever), who is charged with lying about a sexual assault, and the subsequent investigation by two detectives, Grace Rasmussen (Toni Collette) and Karen Duvall (Merritt Weaver), to uncover the truth and track down a serial rapist. Unbelievable is a harrowing ordeal that pinpoints the systemic failures, victim-blaming, and the trauma of assault.

Though many shows tackle similar themes, Unbelievable prioritizes victims’ experiences over sensationalism. By focusing on empathy through realism, the series’ strong care for the psychological trauma of victims and the painstaking, realistic work of investigators allows the story to feel honest, offering catharsis. Unbelievable is also a must-watch thanks to the sensational performances of the three female leads. Collette and Weaver use their seasoned skills for grounded performances, as Deaver is simply devastatingly good with her nuanced take. With a near-perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, Unbelievable remains a hidden gem.

9

‘Unorthodox’ (2020)

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Every story needs to be told, but not every story gets a platform to do so. Inspired by Deborah Feldman‘s 2012 autobiography, Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots, tells the story of Esty Shapiro (Shira Haas), a 19-year-old Jewish woman who flees her suffocating, arranged marriage and the restrictive Satmar Hasidic community in Brooklyn to start a new life in Berlin. The four-part story chronicles her journey of self-discovery, secular exploration, and escape from intense religious, social, and marital pressures. A truly fascinating story, Unorthodox is a niche coming-of-age story that packs a powerful punch with an accessible approach.

Unorthodox is a first in many ways. First, the series marked Netflix’s first series to be mostly presented in Yiddish. The first story of this type on the streamer is compelling and well-paced, giving each primary character a chance to ruminate and offer their perspective. On the one hand, Unorthodox depicts Esty’s mesmerizing growth. On the other hand, it’s a cat-and-mouse chase in which Esty’s husband, Yanky (Amit Rahav), and his cousin try to find her. While they work in parallel, their convergence allows for a complete story rather than a skewed narrative. Unorthodox fully immerses viewers in the locales, namely the Brooklyn Hasidic community and the progressive side of Berlin, and cultures to ensure authenticity. By depicting one as open and the other as claustrophobic, Esty’s experience becomes transcendent. If the story doesn’t grab your attention, Haas’ performance sure will.

10

‘When They See Us’ (2019)

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Some stories may seem absolutely unbelievable, but when you learn the intricacies behind the scenes of the ripped-from-the-headlines stories, that’s when the unbelievable becomes transcendent. You may be familiar with the Central Park Five, but following When They See Us, it’s as if you’ve truly been given the entire tale. When They See Us explores the events surrounding the 1989 Central Park jogger case, putting a spotlight on the Central Park Five — five Black and Latino teenagers, Antron McCray (Caleel Harris), Kevin Richardson (Asante Blackk), Yusef Salaam (Ethan Herisse), Raymond Santana (Marquis Rodriguez), and Korey Wise (Jharrel Jerome), who were wrongfully convicted of assaulting a white woman. The four-part series dramatizes their lives over 25 years, covering the 1989 investigation, their 2002 exoneration, and their ultimate settlement with New York City. Through its exceptional depiction of the suspects and their families, When They See Us sparked a crucial conversation about social justice, even in a time when the case seemed unimaginable.

Brought to life by director Ava DuVernay, the Netflix series brought the true story to the screen with precision and care. DuVernay challenged audiences’ perception of what justice looks like in a broken justice system that begs for due process. The best part of When They See Us was the special piece produced alongside the series featuring Oprah Winfrey catching up with the actors and the men they played. What made the series astonishing was the extraordinary ensemble. Beyond the men who took on the central roles, strong performances came from Felicity Huffman, Niecy Nash, Michael K. Williams, and Vera Farmiga. A truly heavy series, When They See Us is sensational and deserves everyone’s attention.