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SPONSORED LINKS The television industry has reached a point where hundreds of shows are released each year. The statistic is going to have a tremendous bump when Disney+ comes into play and Apple TV+ catches up with other streaming giants. This had led the already established networks to up their game if they want to stay in it. 2019 has proved to be a very fruitful year in that regard. While it witnessed the return of critically acclaimed shows like ‘Barry‘, ‘Fleabag‘, ‘Mindhunter‘, ‘Jack Ryan‘ and ‘Veep‘, which proved to be bigger and better as compared to their previous seasons, this year was marked with the entry of great new shows....

When Kevin Spann married Gina Spann in 1989, he had no idea about the kind of evil he was welcoming into his life. Although their relationship was perfect initially, the couple eventually ran into a bit of trouble and seemed to be heading towards a divorce. However, things took a sudden turn when Kevin was found brutally murdered on May 11, 1997. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Deadly Affairs: Betrayed By Love: Bored to Death’ chronicles the horrific slaying and portrays how the ensuing investigation led straight to Gina Spann....

With Adam Wingard in the director’s chair, ‘Blair Witch’ is an eerily claustrophobic and amply scary 2016 found-footage horror movie. The film marks the fifth installment in the life of the franchise. Although thematically, the movie is a direct sequel to the first movie. The story follows James, the brother of Heather from the 1999 film, ‘The Blair Witch Project,’ unearthing a YouTube video sighting his sister, who disappeared while researching the myth....

Directed by Richie Keen, ‘Bust Down’ is a feel-good comedy series packed with rib-tickling laughter and nonsensical shenanigans. The Peacock TV original revolves around four rundown casino employees. Stuck in a job with little chance of career development in the scorching Americana, the employees look for salvation in their terrible ideas. Unfolding in the industrial city of Gary in Indiana, the series packs a stellar cast ensemble headlined by ‘Saturday Night Live’ veterans like Chris Redd and Sam Jay....

Based on a true story, Starz’s political thriller series ‘Gaslit’ revolves around Martha Mitchell, the outspoken wife of John N. Mitchell at the time of the Watergate scandal. The series progresses through Martha’s attempts to express her concerns regarding President Nixon and the scandal. In the first episode of the limited series, a journalist named Winnie McLendon meets Martha for an interview. After the interview, Martha contacts Winnie to publish a story about the feud between Nixon and Henry Kissinger....

Netflix’s ‘Pieces of Her’ follows a young woman named Andrea, who is suddenly confronted with the terrifying possibility that everything she knows about her mother is a lie. Following a violent incident where Andy watches in astonishment as her mother, Laura, deftly puts a criminal to death with a knife, the daughter begins to wonder just how much has been hidden from her. The narrative is a minefield of twists, slowly revealing an astounding truth that Laura has kept hidden for decades....

SPONSORED LINKS Based on the eponymous novel series by Sara Shepard, HBO Max’s ‘Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin’ is a slasher teen drama series that revolves around a group of teenage girls who get threatened by an unknown yet dangerous assailant named A. Created by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Lindsay Calhoon Bring, the fourth installment in the ‘Pretty Little Liars‘ franchise features some stellar performances from a talented ensemble cast, comprising Malia Pyles, Maia Reficco, Zaria, Mallory Bechtel, and Bailee Madison....

SPONSORED LINKS Based on the Emmy award-winning animated sitcom of the same name, ‘The Bob’s Burgers Movie’ is a musical comedy film that features talented voice actors like H. Jon Benjamin, Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, and Larry Murphy. The Loren Bouchard and Bernard Derriman directorial follows Bob and his eccentric family, which is looking forward to a successful summer with hopes of raking in huge profits through their hamburger restaurant. Unfortunately, their plans face an unforeseen challenge that forces them to reinvent themselves....

Although people were aware of Roger Spaulding and Jackie Spaulding’s loveless marriage, little did they know it would lead to a gruesome murder. In a shocking turn of events, Roger was found shot to death inside his barn in June 2004, while Jackie insisted that she was not involved in the homicide. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Deadly Women: Fatal Love’ chronicles the slaying and shows how despite Jackie’s claims of innocence, the ensuing police investigation proved otherwise....

Beginning towards the end of 2018, the Boeing Company was mired in controversy as a result of two horrific aircraft crashes that resulted in almost 350 people dying. Netflix’s’ Downfall: The Case Against Boeing’ delves into the story behind these accidents and how the victims’ families were affected. Also featured are some of Boeing’s former employees that allege the company’s production was not up to the mark. One of them was John Barnett, who worked for Boeing for over 30 years....

Daphne Caruana Galizia was a trailblazing investigative journalist in Malta, looking into high-level corruption in the country and running a divisive blog about it. But in October 2017, the 53-year-old was killed in a brutal car bomb assassination that left her family shook. Wondery’s ‘Who Killed Daphne?’ is a podcast that deals with the story behind Daphne’s death and how her son, Matthew, continued carrying on his mother’s unfinished work. So, let’s find out more about him then, shall we?...

‘Pieces of Her’ follows a young woman named Andy, whose world is turned upside down after she narrowly survives a gunman’s attack. What truly makes Andy suspicious is her mother’s uncharacteristically swift reaction to the attack, making the daughter begin to wonder just how well she knows her own parents. Based on the 2018 novel by Karin Slaughter, the Netflix series slowly pieces together the mother and daughter’s astonishing past through a twisting journey....

Netflix’s love for sci-fi shows is nothing new. The streaming service regularly releases such stories and the audience drinks them all down. ‘Raising Dion’ is another entry in this list. It follows the story of Dion, a young boy who has always had superpowers. Earlier, be thought he was able to do magic, but as his powers increase, he realises that there is a lot he still doesn’t know about himself....

When Scott Dell was found dead on the floor of his children’s room in his Killaloe, Ontario, house, people suspected that he had passed away due to cancer. Surprisingly, a full glass of wine and a half-empty bottle was also located close to him. Investigation Discovery’s ‘The Case That Haunts Me: Permission to Die’ chronicles Scott’s death and shows how an autopsy finally classified the incident as a homicide. Let’s delve into the details of this horrifying case and find out where Scott’s killer is at present, shall we?...

Netflix’s Indian series ‘The Fame Game’ centers around Anamika Anand, who goes missing without any known whereabouts or information. Anamika’s absence and the subsequent police investigation unravel the Bollywood superstar’s startling private life. The series progresses through the premises of Anamika’s presumed abduction, the troubles within her family, and her attempts to rebuild her future. Created by Sri Rao, the show originally released in February 2022. The mystery series was well-received by critics, garnering praises for its commendable depiction of the nuances of stardom, engrossing narrative, and Madhuri Dixit’s incredible performance as Anamika Anand....

Created by Daniel Goldfarb, ‘Julia’ is a biographical drama TV series that chronicles the legacy and works of celebrated chef Julia Child, who became a pioneer in food shows on television with her iconic show ‘The French Chef.’ Moreover, the series delves into her relationship with her husband Paul as well as other lesser-known aspects of her life beyond the TV screen. Featuring a stellar cast comprising Sarah Lancashire and David Hyde Pierce, ‘Julia’ is a brilliant ode to the legendary personality it is based on....

In what can only be described as an inspiring documentary that emphasizes the importance of both hard work and perseverance, ‘Hold Your Breath: The Ice Dive’ chronicles a sports tale unlike any other. After all, it follows pioneering freediver Johanna Nordblad as she attempts to break the world record for distance traveled from one ice hole to another (wearing nothing but a swimsuit) in a single breath. Thus, of course, this Netflix original is full of snow-clad sites, frozen water bodies, and twilight-blue shots of the cast members to really drive home the fact that cold is the leading constant in this journey....

While ‘Bling Empire‘ may seem like just another celebration of sheer wealth, lavish Los Angeles estates, and catty drama, the truth is that its Asian and Asian American cast gives us much more. From cultural festivities to different traditions to pure East Asian values, every aspect is actually accentuated within this Netflix original in an alluring as well as refreshing manner. That’s why there have been a lot of conversations concerning Jessey Lee and Cherie Chan’s unconventional relationship, especially in season 2....

Elvis Presley is undoubtedly one of the most influential cultural figures in history. The extent of his popularity can be estimated from the fact that even all these years after his death, he still enjoys a dedicated fan following. Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Elvis’ traces his meteoric rise, especially focusing on his personal relationships. Every successful person requires an unwavering support system and Elvis found it in his parents. His father, Vernon had been very encouraging about his ambitions in the music industry from the beginning....

In AMC’s post-apocalyptic series ‘The Walking Dead’ season 11, the Commonwealth’s governor Pamela and deputy governor Lance Hornsby arrive at Hilltop to offer Maggie a partnership between the communities. Even though her companions urge her to take the Commonwealth’s help, Maggie passes on Pamela’s offer since she knows that compromising Hilltop’s freedom and sovereignty isn’t the way forward. However, Maggie’s decision is followed by Dianne’s departure from Hilltop to find an abode in the Commonwealth....