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10 Greatest Absurdist TV Shows, Ranked
The theater of the absurd is no stranger to those who enjoy their narratives a bit unusual. These stories love to highlight the conflict between humanity’s search for purpose and a universe that is indifferent, borrowing heavily from existential thinkers like Albert Camus. Here, characters often stumble through futile situations, reminding us just how gloriously absurd life can be.
It’s no wonder why these tales are so captivating — they dare to ask the questions that many of us avoid, serving up memorable and surreal visuals that you won’t forget, and characters that are as bizarre as they are oddly relatable. To celebrate the wonderfully weird, we look back at some of the best absurdist television shows perfect for anyone who’s ever nodded along to life’s strange humor.
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‘The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret’ (2009 – 2016)
If the title alone doesn’t already tip you off to the chaos, the plot removes all doubt: The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret follows an American (David Cross, who also created it) who moves to London to run an energy drink sales team, armed with zero sales experience and one deeply unfortunate employee who somehow seems to make things worse.
Todd Margaret frequently crosses the line from uncomfortable to cartoonish, with cringey humor and a logic-defying narrative. This, however, is where the show’s charm lives: in its sheer commitment to letting the storm unfold in the most awkward way possible. Cross‘s series is not exactly everyone’s cup of tea — especially given its strong emphasis on “cringe.” Still, Todd Margaret can be a great pick for those who are keen on bizarre comedies with a chaotically uncomfortable, absurdist tone.
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‘Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency’ (2016 – 2017)
Leaning into surreal randomness, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency delivers an entertaining mash-up of detective noir, horror, sci-fi, and pure screwball comedy. The result is a constant and refreshing sense of surprise. At the narrative’s center are lead titular character, played by Samuel Barnett, and his reluctant assistant, Todd, brought to life by Elijah Wood, as they untangle bizarre and interconnected cases, including murder, time travel, and body swapping.
The 2016 series is the kind that thrives on events that make little sense, whether that’s people turning into dogs, time loops, or assassins who can feel where their victims are. If you love an intentionally chaotic plot with multiple factions, running gags, and connected coincidences, this might be a great pick. With its over-the-top humor, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency treats a chaotic and illogical universe as the norm.
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‘I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson’ (2019 – 2023)
A sketch comedy show from former SNL writer Tim Robinson, the 2019 comedy series — with Robinson himself at the center of most sketches — almost operates as a stress test; each segment sees the writer and his guests driving someone to the point of needing or wanting to leave.
I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson thrives in a specific kind of absurdism born out of tiny social misteps that eventually spiral into a full-blown public catastrophe. Whether it is a missed cue or an overreaction, suddenly you’re watching a meltdown that feels both surreal and plausible. No doubt, the show can be polarizing: it’s uncomfortable, goofy, and certainly won’t charm just anyone. That being said, if your sense of humor thrives on surreal and illogical premises and you don’t mind a little cringe and discomfort, Robinson and Zach Kanin‘s absurdist series is a standout.
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‘Search Party’ (2016 – 2022)
This dark comedy mystery, centering on four self-absorbed youngsters (Alia Shawkat, John Reynolds, John Early, and Meredith Hagner) in their twenties, illustrates the characters’ entanglement in an ominous mystery when a former college acquaintance suddenly disappears.
Through its blend of elements of the thriller, mystery, and neo-noir genre, Search Party became one of the most interesting series in recent years. Beneath its clever plotting and suspense, it flirts with the absurd (and even the nihilistic). Despite initially unfolding as a whodunit, the series captivates with a surreal and existential meditation and is unafraid to defy any genre labels. At its core, though, Search Party is an engaging commentary on narcissism and the obsession with self-image and social media in a seemingly meaningless world that is constantly seeking purpose.
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‘Russian Doll’ (2019 – 2022)
Fans of the beloved Bill Murray-led film Groundhog Day will likely want to check out Russian Doll if they haven’t already. Praised for its existentialist take on the time-loop genre, the Natasha Lyonne-led series follows a cynical software engineer stuck in a time loop, dying repeatedly on her 36th birthday in New York City. In the meantime, she must confront her past and resolve her long-buried trauma to break the cycle.
There is a strong case to be made that Nadia is a perfect example of the absurd hero. Much like Sisyphus in Camus’s The Myth of Sisyphus, Nadia is condemned to an absurd, repetitive cycle that forces her to confront the meaninglessness of her existence. Each reset becomes a chance to confront herself and inch toward self-understanding. Russian Doll is at once hilarious, surreal, and philosophical, suggesting that even in a world that often feels chaotic and indifferent, the act of meaning-making, of choosing how to live despite the absurd, is itself a form of rebellion.
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‘Barry’ (2018 – 2023)
Starring Bill Hader as hitman Barry Berkman, who travels to Los Angeles for a job and discovers his passion for acting, the 2018 dark comedy-crime drama co-created by Hader and Alec Berg chronicles the character’s struggles as he attempts to leave his violent life behind. Along the way, Barry juggles acting classes, a romance, and handlers who refuse to let him walk away.
Rather than a straightforward crime or drama story, Barry presents something more interesting: a narrative that thrives on extreme situations, revealing, in the meantime, just how unpredictable and irrational characters’ lives are. Violence is often over-the-top; humor drifts between deadpan and existential; Barry himself is treated like an almost supernatural anti-hero who keeps surviving scenarios that should kill him. Layered atop the blood and dark comedy is a clever satire of LA hustle culture and the world of amateur acting, which ultimately becomes one of the show’s freshest and funniest angles.
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‘Atlanta’ (2016 – 2022)
Donald Glover‘s Rotten Tomatoes-approved surrealist series follows college dropout and music manager Earn Marks, played by Glover himself, and rapper Alfred “Paper Boi” Miles (Brian Tyree Henry) as they navigate a strange, at times otherworldly Atlanta hip-hop scene. The result? A vibrant watch that throws comedy and drama into the mix as few others dare.
While Atlanta keeps its feet on the ground, it handles surrealism and absurdism exceptionally well, mostly thanks to its incredible writing and great performances. Filled with memorable lines and a handful of moments that teeter on the edge of the bizarre, this often-overlooked gem sends poignant messages about systemic injustice, racism, and prejudice through illogical, magical, and darkly comic scenarios. In doing so, it turns the absurdities of modern life, race, and capitalism into both entertainment and insight.
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‘What We Do in the Shadows’ (2019 – 2024)
Starring Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, and Natasia Demetriou, among other talents, What We Do in the Shadows invites audiences into the lives of four vampires who have lived together on Staten Island for over a century. Jemaine Clement‘s dark fantasy entertains not merely through its depiction of immortality but also, and especially, through its pettier inconveniences — the mundane, at times boring lives of centuries-old vampires.
What We Do in the Shadows essentially finds humor in the gap between who these vampires think they are and who they often turn out to be. It mirrors the absurdity of existence through its memorable central personalities: ancient, all-powerful beings who are somehow still stuck with dealing with the same nonsense as everybody else. With a fun mockumentary style that shapes its irony and grounds the supernatural in awkward everyday life, Clement’s series delivers a unique angle on existential humor. If that kind of offbeat vibe works for you, Our Flag Means Death may be worth a look too (similar energy, but trade the fangs for pirates).
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‘Fleabag’ (2016–2019)
Despite running for only two seasons, Fleabag has firmly secured its place among the best contemporary comedies on television, especially following the release of the beloved second season. Written by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the dark comedy Prime Video original follows the unnamed lead character as she attempts to cope with life in London whilst coming to terms with a recent tragedy.
In addition to its chaotic narrative and humorous approach, the series fascinates in how it navigates the emptiness of contemporary existence and the emotional detachment of modern life. In an increasingly isolating world, Fleabag attempts to find meaning and authentic connection, even as she engages in self-sabotaging behavior. At its heart, the series depicts a protagonist who confronts a chaotic universe with irony: by acknowledging the absurdity of her own life — often literally breaking the fourth wall — Fleabag revolts in a true Camusian sense, finding humor in the face of life’s unpredictability.
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‘BoJack Horseman’ (2014 – 2020)
This Netflix fan-favorite tragicomedy by Raphael Bob-Waksberg has cemented itself as one of the most beloved animated series of all time, and for good reason. BoJack Horseman takes audiences inside the life of a washed-up 1990s sitcom star — an anthropomorphic horse, no less, voiced by Will Arnett. Bojack lives in Los Angeles, struggling with alcoholism, depression, and self-loathing, all while attempting a comeback.
With razor-sharp humor and unflinching honesty, the streaming platform’s original is heavily rooted in absurdism and existentialism, but it does it in a way that feels fun and entertaining. It marries a cartoonish, surreal world with brutally honest depictions of addiction, depression, and the search for meaning; in doing so, it brings the absurd to life. In the end, BoJack and the people around him are all just striving to find meaning and purpose in a universe that seems to offer none.
BoJack Horseman
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2014 – 2020-00-00
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Netflix
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Raphael Bob-Waksberg
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Amy Winfrey, JC Gonzalez, Adam Parton, Joel Moser, Martin Cendreda, Peter Merryman, Matt Mariska, Mike Roberts, Mollie Helms, Tim Rauch
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BoJack Horseman / BoBo the Angsty Zebra (voice)
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Todd Chavez / Emperor Fingerface (voice)
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Anya Taylor-Joy has only starred in one movie so far this year, but it’s wasted no time in becoming the biggest film of 2026 at the worldwide box office. She can be seen reprising her role as Princess Peach in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the sequel to the 2023 video game movie that also recruited Brie Larson (Captain Marvel) and Donald Glover (TV’s Mr. and Mrs. Smith) for key roles. Taylor-Joy is far from done in 2026, though, even after The Super Mario Galaxy Movie flies out of theaters and inevitably begins what will surely be a successful run on streaming. She’ll make her long-awaited return to TV with a new Apple TV series, Lucky, which co-stars Timothy Olyphant. The show has been set for its premiere on July 15.
Anya Taylor-Joy has been in enough projects now that it’s tough to identify what she’s best known for, but one of her most notable movies, for better or worse, is Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The 2024 sci-fi blockbuster was one of the most anticipated movies of the year, especially with the combined star power of Taylor-Joy and long-time Marvel veteran Chris Hemsworth (Crime 101). The Mad Max prequel boasts a $168 million budget, but it barely managed to gross this back, scraping out of theaters after totaling $174 million at the worldwide box office. Despite this woeful box office performance, Furiosa has spent the better part of the last two years redeeming itself on streaming, where it’s still one of the top 10 most popular movies in the world on HBO Max. The film is the perfect blend of Mad Max and Gladiator, guaranteed to please fans of sci-fi and large-scale action sequences.
What Happens in ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’?
The official synopsis for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, starring Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy, reads as follows:
“After being snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers, while the tyrants Dementus and Immortan Joe fight for power and control, the young Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home.”
Furiosa earned immaculate scores of 90% from critics and 88% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, which made its flopping at the box office that much more surprising. The film was written and directed by Mad Max veteran George Miller, who has personally handled multiple generations of Mad Max movies starring Mel Gibson, Tom Hardy, and Charlize Theron.
Check out Furiosa on HBO Max and stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Taylor-Joy’s future projects.
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May 24, 2024
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149 minutes
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George Miller
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George Miller, Nico Lathouris
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Doug Mitchell, George Miller
Boston Blue is about to face the wrath of Blue Bloods usweekly fans after breaking up a beloved couple.
During the Friday, April 17, episode of the CBS series, Danny Reagan’s (Donnie Wahlberg) girlfriend, Maria Baez (Marisa Ramirez), returned to help with a case. Their dynamic, however, was off and Maria later revealed that she was struggling with her mother’s deteriorating mental health after a Parkinson’s diagnosis. She surprised Danny — and viewers — by hitting pause on their relationship.
“She’s in a crisis. She’s not sure what to do,” Wahlberg, 56, exclusively told Us Weekly at CBS Fest on Wednesday, April 15. “Danny is very stubborn [though so] he ain’t going down without a fight.”
Wahlberg, who has played Danny since 2010, urged fans not to worry too much yet, adding, “They must hold out hope for [them to] rekindle [their romance].” Wahlberg’s onscreen costar — and Danny’s partner — Sonequa Martin-Green weighed in on the twist.
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“I would love [to see them back together],” she gushed. “I love Marissa and I think that they’re lovely together.”
According to Wahlberg, there is a plan to “stretch” out the journey for Danny and Maria.
“I grew up watching General Hospital and All My Children and [I remember when] Laura disappeared,” he recalled “Laura disappeared and Luke was heartbroken and everyone’s like, ‘Oh man. Laura quit the show.’ Guess what? She came back and he ran and he hugged her. Then she left again. But that’s OK, it’s TV!”
Elsewhere in the episode, Sarah’s (Maggie Lawson) personal life was much more successful with Seth (Mike Vogel) popping the question moments before Danny and Maria’s split.
“One of the things I love most about our show is that’s life,” Lawson, 45, noted. “That’s human and that’s real. Sometimes when these beautiful celebrations happen, it’s a reminder of other painful things that people are going through and it can be a catalyst for something not so easy.”
She continued: “I love that we showed that in the way that we did but it’s also really heartbreaking. So I would say, I’m sorry that we were the ones to bring on that really brutal conversation.”
Lawson told Us she was “always hopeful for love” when it came to Danny and Maria. Her costar Gloria Reuben, however, was “a little more jaded,” telling Us, “I always hope for a couple of days then I’m like no.”
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Old Navy is a staple for year-round fashion, but if you ask Us, the retailer truly shines during the warm-weather months with breezy, vibrant pieces that demand attention. And if you want the latest and greatest in bold styles, Old Navy just collaborated with award-winning designer Christopher John Rogers to create a line filled with bright spring clothes that need to be in your cart.
Between the eye-catching colors, fun-loving patterns and body-flattering styles, we can’t choose just one piece to buy. It’s a good thing these tops, jeans, dresses and accessories are so affordable, starting at just $25. We know, it’s kind of hard to wrap our heads around that low price, too, since everything in the line looks so expensive. The only caveat? Pieces are already selling out as we type, so don’t wait long to shop these spring-ready finds.
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1. Our Favorite: This one-shoulder number is going to be your new top for shopping adventures, dinner dates and beyond. We love the cool asymmetrical design with a twist detail that simply won’t roll up. And the bright red hue? Let’s just say compliments will find you constantly.
2. Going Viral: You may have noticed that drop-waist dresses are everywhere for spring 2026, and this poplin dress lets you lean into the trend. Similar to options on the runway, this pick has a flattering, elongating appearance that makes you look model-tall. Plus, the breezy appearance and fresh-looking hue beg to be worn on a European vacation.
3. Sporty-Chic: All the cool girls are replacing jeans with drawstring pull-on pants, and this high-waisted pair will make you want to do the same. They combine two trends in one — the pull-on design and the barrel leg that gives you a voluminous look in the best way.
4. Under-$30: Give your basics a major upgrade with this high-neck tank top that still lets you wear a bra — we love to see it. The top has a fitted appearance, which hugs your curves and looks great with baggy pant styles, like the pair above.
5. Everyday Essential: If your denim collection needs a little help, you can’t go wrong with baggy wide-leg jeans. Unlike your classic pair, this one has a subtle two-toned denim stripe detail on the side. It’s a small accent that levels up the ‘chicness.’
Giving your shirt and blouse collection a spring refresh feels that much sweeter when you get all your breezy, elevated tops on sale. And while Us bargain hunters love a good deal, we expect pieces with high-quality fabrics, comfortable silhouettes and rich mom-looking style — which is why we’re shopping J.Crew’s massive outlet sale. The […]
6. Pop of Color: Neutral shades have no place in our spring wardrobes, not when we can don pieces in this olive-yellow hue, which dominates designer spring collections, per Vogue. This halter maxi dress is all about that attention-grabbing color, a flattering halter neckline and the slimming basque waist.
7. Pack It Up: You can practically stuff your entire life in this large canvas tote that has room enough to house your summer read, water bottle, headphones, sunnies and more. We love the chic color-block trim that gives it rich mom vibes. Plus, you can wear it as is, or cleverly push in the ‘wings’ for a more compact style. Read: It’s two bags in one.
8. Petite-Friendly: Women under 5’3″ know the struggle of finding a cute maxi dress that doesn’t drag on the floor. This halter drop-waist style is the solution. It cuts off near the shin for a midi dress style that fits just right. We also appreciate the V-neck bodice that shows the girls off.
9. Trending Find: Remember your peplum top from college? Well, this Old Navy pick is definitely not that. It’s classy and elevated, while still giving you the tummy-slimming look you love from the peplum hem.
10. Mix and Match: You’re not having déjà vu. The above top mixes and matches well with this drop-waist midi skirt. They’re both cut from the same cloth — literally — giving you the option to wear them as stand-alone pieces or as a matching set.
11. Same But Different: Get our favorite top in dress form when you select this date night-ready maxi. It has the same one-shoulder neckline and fitted bodice, but extends beyond the waist to give you a beautiful dress that will make you boo do a double-take. It’s available in solid red and striped styles.
12. Get It Fast: This multi-striped sweater is on the cusp of selling out, but we still had to include it. We love the bright hues and keyhole detail in the back. Not into stripes? It’s also available in a chic golden olive hue, which is fully in stock.
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Natalie Portman is entering a new chapter in her personal life. The Oscar-winning actress, best known for roles in “Black Swan” and “Star Wars,” has confirmed she is expecting her third child. The baby will be her first with partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable, and comes as Natalie Portman continues to balance motherhood with her high-profile Hollywood career.
Natalie Portman Calls Pregnancy A ‘Privilege’ As She Announces Baby No. 3
Portman didn’t hold back when opening up about how meaningful this moment is for her, especially given her upbringing. “Tanguy and I are very excited,” she shared with Harper’s Bazaar. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.”
As the daughter of a fertility doctor, she said she grew up with a deep understanding of how difficult pregnancy can be for many. “I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant,” she noted.
“I have so many people I love who’ve had such a hard time with it that I want to be respectful around that as well. It’s such a beautiful, joyous thing, and it’s also not an easy thing,” she continued. “And so I know how lucky it is. I’m very aware, and I’m very grateful. I have deep appreciation and gratitude.”
Portman Opens Up About Motherhood As Life Enters New Phase
Portman is already a mom to two children, son Aleph, 14, and daughter Amalia, 9, whom she shares with ex-husband Benjamin Millepied. Her latest pregnancy marks a new chapter in her personal life following that relationship.
She reflected on how her perspective has shifted over time, especially as a parent. “There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp,” she shared. “And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment.”
Despite the pregnancy, Portman says she’s feeling energized and focused on staying healthy. “I have more energy than I thought I might,” she said, adding that she’s been swimming and practicing gyrotonics to “keep strong,” while also prioritizing time with her children, “which is always the best.”
While many new parents turn to the internet for guidance, Natalie Portman is taking a different approach this time around. The actress, who is preparing to welcome her third child, revealed she’s relying more on experience than outside opinions, having already gone through motherhood twice.
“I’m not really looking at social media that much,” she said. “I think maybe just having done it twice before… I read so many books the first time, and now I’m like, ‘Oh, we know what to do.’ It’s okay. You figure it out. We’re going to make lots of mistakes, no matter how hard we try. And also, we’re going to do a lot right without having to do research. I feel like if you’re just present and loving, that’s the best thing possible.”
Portman Quietly Moved Forward After Divorce From Benjamin Millepied
Before stepping into this new chapter, Portman closed the door on a long-term relationship. The actress finalized her divorce from Benjamin Millepied in February 2024 after 11 years of marriage. The split came roughly eight months after she quietly filed in 2023, following reports of an alleged extramarital affair.
At the time, a source shed light on the situation, saying, “He knows he made an enormous mistake and he is doing all he can to get Natalie to forgive him and keep their family together.”
The insider also emphasized how Portman chose to handle the situation behind the scenes, adding, “Natalie is incredibly private and has no intention of playing this out in the media. Her biggest priority is protecting her children and their privacy.”
Natalie Portman Proudly Supports Son’s Fashion Venture
Natalie Portman is also celebrating a major milestone for her teenage son. During a January appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” the actress looked back on her viral summer moment joining Role Model on stage, revealing it had a deeper meaning behind the scenes.
Her 14-year-old son Aleph has launched his own clothing line, Vanté, and Portman made sure to show her support in a big way. “My son, my 14-year-old, started a clothing line called Vanté. I’m very proud of him,” she said. “He really just did it all on his own. And so I wore one of his shirts on stage. So I just kind of felt like a banner for him. It was very exciting.”
Prime Video has no shortage of glossy thriller shows, but Scarpetta has arrived with a hook that’s a little more forensic and a little less generic than usual. Adapting Patricia Cornwell’s long-running novels was already a smart move on paper, especially with a lead as durable as Kay Scarpetta. What’s helped the show pop is that it feels like the kind of series viewers can settle into fast: crime scenes, procedural detail, strong personalities, and just enough family mess around the edges. That formula seems to be working, because Scarpetta is currently sitting at No. 3 on Prime Video’s worldwide TV chart.
Scarpetta stars Nicole Kidman as Dr. Kay Scarpetta, alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, Simon Baker, Rosy McEwen, Jacob Lumet Cannavale, Hunter Parrish, and Ariana DeBose. The show follows a brilliant forensic pathologist using advanced investigative tools to unravel murders, with settings spanning Florida, Virginia, and Charleston. That’s a very solid spine for a crime thriller, and the names involved give it obvious weight.
Is ‘Scarpetta’ Worth a Watch?
Collider’s review stated that Scarpetta is a compelling but occasionally uneven crime procedural that succeeds largely because of its outstanding performances and ambitious storytelling structure. Aidan Kelley was of the opinion that, although the show took some odd turns out of place in a straightforward detective drama, its strong cast and engaging mystery make it a worthwhile addition to Prime Video’s growing lineup of prestige crime adaptations.
“Scarpetta is an interesting beast. Its performances are captivating, and the chemistry between all the actors is electric. That said, while its murder-mystery storyline is competently spooled out, its bizarre detours into unfamiliar territory lead to mixed results. Given the amount of time it’s taken for any streamer to successfully adapt Cornwell’s books, it’s going to be very interesting to see how discourse among hardcore fans differs from that of Prime Video subscribers looking for their next crime series fix. It’s a tough case, but Scarpetta is still worth exploring to see what secrets might lie beneath its surface.”
Scarpetta is now streaming on Prime Video.
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March 11, 2026
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Prime Video
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Elizabeth Sarnoff
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David Gordon Green, Charlotte Brändström
One Tree Hill star James Lafferty and his wife Alexandra Park have welcomed their first baby together.
Taking to Instagram on Friday, April 17, Lafferty, 40, and Park, 36, announced the arrival via a joint post.
“Love has new meaning. River Jay Lafferty – 12/4/2025,” they captioned the post, which featured a black-and-white image of the newborn’s hands grasping his parents’ hands.
Lafferty first met the Australian actress in 2015 when he was directing an episode of The Royals, which she starred in as Princess Eleanor from 2015 to 2018.
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Us confirmed in May 2022 that Lafferty and Park said “I do” in Oahu, Hawaii, surrounded by family and friends, including OTH alum Stephen Colletti and Park’s former Royals costars Tom Austen and Merritt Patterson.
After meeting on set, the couple later continued their working relationship by creating and starring in their own series, Everyone Is Doing Great. In the comedy, they play married couple Jeremy and Andrea Davis.
“James and I met working together. That’s one of the things we love about our relationship together is that we are both so passionate about what we do and we actually met on The Royals where James was directing me back in season two so yeah it’s really not that strange [to play fictional love interests],” Park told Who magazine in August 2021.
Lafferty shared a similar sentiment in June 2023, exclusively telling Us Weekly that while “it’s been tough and challenging” to juggle work and their marriage, working side-by-side has also had its benefits.
“The first year of our marriage has been crazy because we’ve been working on season two of EDG,” Lafferty told Us. “It’s been a wild ride.”
He added, “This is sort of where we thrive. This is how we get closer when we both do what we love together.”
Talk about a meet-cute! James Lafferty and Alexandra Park’s love story began on a TV set — and they have since played a small screen couple in 2021’s Everyone Is Doing Great. The One Tree Hill alum first crossed paths with Park when he directed a 2015 episode of The Royals (which shared a created […]
In February 2024, Park gushed over her husband to E! News and admitted she felt fortunate to have him in her life.
“We’ve been together for such a long time—we’re on our ninth year of being together now — so James took his time proposing,” Park joked to the outlet, adding of her marriage, “I don’t know if it surprised me, but it’s better. I feel like it was just the right thing for us to lock it down — because we’re best friends.”
Park continued, “I mean, every day is a surprise with James. We’re just really lucky to have each other.”
A lot of movie stars have multiple projects lined up this year, but few are as busy as Rebecca Ferguson. She kicked off 2026 starring alongside Chris Pratt in the Amazon MGM-backed sci-fi thriller Mercy. The film received a largely negative critical response and also failed to make much of an impact at the box office. She has already followed that up with a role in The Immortal Man, the Peaky Blinders sequel film co-starring Cillian Murphy and Barry Keoghan. The movie is set to serve as a bridge between the original Peaky Blinders series and its upcoming follow-up, which is currently in production. Ferguson is also appearing in international theaters opposite Andrew Garfield in The Magic Faraway Tree, marking her first critically acclaimed hit of the year. The film is now scheduled to arrive in the United States later this year on August 21.
For Ferguson, though, the story of Mercy didn’t end with the film being a disappointment at the box office. Mercy premiered on VOD platforms like Prime Video back in February, and the film rocketed to the top of VOD charts to help make back some of its $60 million budget. Mercy then arrived on Prime Video’s streaming library late last night, and although it’s been a few weeks since its official premiere, it’s still one of the most popular movies on the platform at the time of writing. The film earned an abysmal 25% from critics on the aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, but it was something of a fan-favorite, scoring a solid 82% on the Popcornmeter. It contains elements from both Minority Report (starring Tom Cruise) and Shooter (starring Mark Wahlberg).
What Happens in ‘Mercy’?
Mercy picks up with the death of Nicole Raven (played by Annabelle Wallis), a woman who is married to detective Christopher Raven (played by Chris Pratt). When Chris is accused of her murder, he finds himself in the Mercy court at the whim of an AI judge played by Rebecca Ferguson, and he has only 90 minutes to prove he’s innocent and escape the chair holding him captive. With the help of the AI judge, Chris Raven uses the latest in cutting-edge technology to clear his name and solve the mystery about who killed his wife, while also bringing the killer to justice.
Check out Mercy on Prime Video and stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Ferguson’s future projects.
- Release Date
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January 19, 2026
- Runtime
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100 minutes
- Director
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Timur Bekmambetov
- Writers
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Marco van Belle
- Producers
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Charles Roven, Majd Nassif, Robert Amidon, Timur Bekmambetov
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Film school is now in session.
There’s nothing better than finding a good show to binge over your weekend, but it can be a complete bummer if you end up watching something disappointing. Luckily, there’s an AMC thriller, with four seasons, that is a total masterpiece. With all 28 episodes out now, you can easily get caught up on this incredible series before it comes back with a brand-new season next year.
What Is ‘Dark Winds’ About?
Dark Winds is based on a series of novels by Tony Hillerman called Leaphorn & Chee, and was brought to the screen by Graham Roland (with incredible executive producers like George R.R. Martin and the late Robert Redford). With the first season premiering in 2022, the Western series is centered around Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon), a Navajo Tribal Police officer who works on a reservation in the 1970s.
Joe is a taciturn, stoic man who is dedicated to keeping the people who inhabit the reservation safe. He is also committed to preserving the traditions of his tribe, which becomes increasingly difficult as time wears on. He ends up also becoming a mentor to two younger officers named Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) and Bernadette Maneulito (Jessica Matten). But Joe is carrying his own baggage after the loss of his teenage son; he’s haunted by grief, and this makes it even more challenging to solve the mysteries that arise each season.
‘Dark Winds’ Has Released Four Seasons of Perfect Episodes
Dark Winds would be fun enough to watch if it were merely a psychological thriller, providing viewers with suspense and some cases to solve. But the series offers so much more by weaving in supernatural elements rooted in Navajo spiritual traditions. Joe isn’t just trying to take down different villains every season; he’s also forced to battle mystical forces (like a horrific monster in Season 3). By utilizing these intriguing and unique antagonists, Dark Winds rises above other standard dramas. Every single episode is gripping to watch while we see Joe grapple with his own demons — whether it’s his grief over losing his son and his troubled marriage or the consequences of his own actions as a sometimes morally grey character.
Much of Dark Winds’ success has to do with the stellar acting of its leading man, who ensures that Joe is the ideal protagonist in that you root for him even when he’s making some questionable choices. McClarnon effortlessly blends a tough exterior with a good heart, and his often subtle performance is awe-inspiring (especially when he’s doing something mundane like riding a horse or tracking a bad guy’s footprints). However, the supporting cast of Dark Winds is every bit as impressive. A true standout is Deanna Allison, whose performance ensures that Joe’s loyal, yet aggrieved wife, Emma, is a fully-fledged character with her own wants and needs. Dark Winds also showcases some fantastic guest stars, including Noah Emmerich, Jeri Ryan, Jenna Elfman, Titus Welliver, and Franka Potente (who plays Season 4’s terrifying villain). Each actor helps weave a captivating narrative that instantly draws you into the time period and the setting, and it’s truly a crime that no one has landed an Emmy nomination for their work in the show yet.
If you needed any other reasons to watch Dark Winds, perhaps a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score would entice you even more? This score is just additional evidence that there are no bad episodes to be found in the entire masterful series. The fourth season just wrapped up a few weeks ago, which means you can complete the entirety of the show released to date. Season 5 won’t be released until sometime in 2027, which gives you plenty of time to catch up. Queue up a binge of Dark Winds this weekend, and there’s no way you’ll be disappointed.
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June 12, 2022
- Network
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AMC
- Directors
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Michael Nankin
- Writers
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John Wirth, Steven Judd, Max Hurwitz, Rhiana Yazzie, Thomas Brady, DezBaa’
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