Netflix is booming, binging is trending and the Emmy nominations are out. The Emmy awards is a month away and now would be a good time to catch up on these new series that have been nominated for the first time.
1) A Handmaid's Tale
Why you should watch it: This gripping drama is an adaptation of Margaret Atwood's novel of the same name. The story revolves around Offred and other women (known as handmaids) like her who are trapped in a totalitarian society called Gilead. The handmaids are told that they are a "blessing" to the world where infertility prevails. The women are trained and earmarked to bear their commanders' children.
Nominated for: Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series, Outstanding Period/Fantasy Costumes For A Series, Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Guest Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Special Visual Effects In A Supporting Role, Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series, Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Contemporary Or Fantasy Program.
(video: Hulu official Youtube channel)
2) This Is Us
Why you should watch it: When entertainment turns out to be warm and comfortable, why would you turn away? Kate, Kevin and Randall are siblings who are born on the same day. While Kate and Kevin are Jack and Rebecca's twins, Randall joins the family through adoption. This drama that tugs at your heartstrings has been compared to the popular 2010 TV series Parenthood.
Nominated for: Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series , Outstanding Contemporary Costumes For A Series, Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Makeup For A Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series.
(video: A2Z TV Trailers Youtube channel)
3) Big Little Lies
Why you should watch it: Dark comedy is a trending, and this mini-series is full of it. Starring popular actors from Hollywood including Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman and Shailene Woodley, the show is about three mothers of six-year-olds and a murder. How did a murder occur in the seemingly perfect lives of these three women? Find out.
Nominated for: Outstanding Casting For A Limited Series, Movie Or Special, Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Contemporary Costumes For A Series, Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Directing For A Limited Series, Movie Or Dramatic Special, Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Hairstyling For A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Makeup For A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Music Supervision, Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Limited Series, Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Writing For A Limited Series, Movie Or Dramatic Special.
(video: Entertainment Access Youtube channel)
4) The Crown
Why you should watch it: A movie is surely not enough to describe a member of the royal family. That's why Peter Morgan decided to expand his 2006 movie "The Queen" into a biographical drama TV series. The series follows the story of Queen Elizabeth II starting with her marriage to the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip.
Nominated for: Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Period Program, Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series, Outstanding Cinematography For A Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Period/Fantasy Costumes For A Series, Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series, Outstanding Hairstyling For A Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Main Title design, Outstanding Music Composition For A Series (Original Dramatic Score), Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series, Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Special Visual Effects In A Supporting Role, Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series.
(video: Netflix official Youtube channel)
5) Westworld
Why you should watch it: If you are a fan of Anthony Hopkins from Silance of the Lambs and if you loved Jonathan Nolan's Person of Interest, this science fiction thriller is for you. Based on Michael Crichton's film, the new TV series is about a mishap in a futuristic theme park.
Nominated for: Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Contemporary Or Fantasy Program, Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series, Outstanding Cinematography For A Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Period/Fantasy Costumes For A Series, Limited Series Or Movie, Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series, Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama series, Outstanding Hairstyling For A Single-Camera Series, Outstanding Creative Achievement In Interactive Media Within A Scripted Program, Outstanding Main Title Design, Outstanding Makeup For A Single-Camera Series (Non-Prosthetic), Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup For A Series, Limited Series, Movie Or Special, Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music, Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series, Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series, Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Sound Editing For A Series, Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy Or Drama Series, Outstanding Special Visual Effects, Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series.
(video: HBO official Youtube channel)
6) The Young Pope
Why you should watch it: This drama one dwells on the life of a newly elected American pope, Lenny Belardo. Played by Jude Law, the pope struggles with his new responsibilities. Sister Mary, an older American nun, is his appointed secretary and plays a role in shaping the new religious leader.
Nominated for: Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Contemporary Or Fantasy Program, Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Series Or Movie.
(video: HBO official Youtube channel)
7) Atlanta
Why you should watch it: It's fresh, it's funny, it's rap. This semi autobiographical series introduces you to your next favourite rapper "Paper Boi" (also known as Earn), who leaves home and quits school to pursue a career in music. The show has already won two Golden Globe Awards this year.
Nominated for: Outstanding Casting For A Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series, Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series.
(video: Consequence of Sound Youtube channel)