October is offering a diverse array of new television programming across major streaming platforms. This weekend, viewers can dive into a modern reimagining of Stephen King's 'Carrie,' explore a new chapter in the 'Avatar' universe, and discover a variety of other series ranging from thrillers to comedies.
Carrie
Mike Flanagan brings a fresh perspective to Stephen King's classic novel with an eight-episode series titled 'Carrie,' available on Prime Video. This adaptation modernizes the story for a contemporary audience, incorporating themes of online bullying and the anxieties of the 2020s. Summer H. Howell stars as Carrie White, with Samantha Sloyan as her mother Margaret and Alison Thornton as the bully Chris Hargensen. The series aims to balance faithful adaptation with new interpretations, offering a sympathetic look at some of the story's more complex characters. Polygon's review notes that while the pacing may falter at times, it remains a gripping narrative that appeals to both fans and detractors of Flanagan's work.
Avatar: Seven Havens
The popular 'Avatar' universe expands with 'Avatar: Seven Havens,' a new series set hundreds of years after 'The Legend of Korra.' The story introduces Pavi (Saheli Khan), a young earthbender who discovers she is the Avatar in a post-apocalyptic world where the concept of bending has lost its influence. According to a preview, the series takes place approximately 225 years after the end of 'The Legend of Korra,' presenting a drastically changed world with seven isolated strongholds known as Havens. Pavi must navigate this cyberpunk fantasy landscape, which features elements like hoverboards and motorcycles, challenging her role as the Avatar.
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This Canadian thriller, available on Netflix, stars Josh Hartnett as a fisherman in a small coastal town tasked with protecting his community and family from a mysterious sea creature. He collaborates with a marine researcher, played by Mackenzie Davis, to understand the threat before it escalates. The showrunner has cited 'Jaws' and the works of John Carpenter, such as 'The Fog' and 'The Thing,' as significant stylistic influences.
Haunted Hotel
Netflix also adds 'Haunted Hotel,' an adult animated comedy created by Matt Roller. The series follows Katherine (Eliza Coupe), a single mother who inherits a haunted hotel from her deceased brother, Nathan (Will Forte). She must learn to manage the hotel while coexisting with its numerous ghostly residents, including her brother's spirit who offers his assistance.
NCIS: New York
A new installment in the long-running franchise, 'NCIS: New York' brings back LL Cool J as Sam Hanna. The series finds Hanna returning to his hometown to lead the local NCIS unit, introducing new characters and cases.
Eternally Yours
This comedy series on Paramount+ explores the relationship dynamics of vampires. Charles (Ed Weeks) and Liz (Allegra Edwards), a vampire couple of 500 years, face a crisis when their daughter brings home her human boyfriend. The series delves into their centuries-old marriage and the challenges that arise when their relationship is tested.
Cupertino
Developed by the acclaimed TV writing duo Michelle and Robert King, 'Cupertino' is a drama series focused on the legal battles within Silicon Valley. The show follows lawyers Mike Colter and Rachel Keller as they represent clients harmed by the actions of tech billionaires and their inventions.
The Pet Cemetery Murders: A Ghost Story
For documentary enthusiasts, HBO Max offers 'The Pet Cemetery Murders: A Ghost Story.' This three-part series investigates the unsolved disappearance and murder of Dorothy Lou Thompson, a pet cemetery owner whose case spanned decades and involved numerous unexpected twists and turns.
