Top 10 TV shows in May: new Star Wars, Agent Schwarzenegger and thriller with Woody Harrelson

Premieres May 2023

1. White House plumbers

White House Plumbers

• USA, 2023.
• Drama, history.
• Premiere: 1 May.

The White House Plumbers are a group of operatives tasked with figuring out who is leaking data. While they are looking for the person revealing the plans, information continues to seep into the media. Not only the political fate of President Richard Nixon, but also America's place on the world stage depends on the actions of the "plumbers".

The White House Plumbers is a drama based on a true story. The action of the series will unfold in the 70s. Starring Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux.

2. Queen Charlotte: The Story of the Bridgertons

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story

• USA, 2023.
• History, drama.
• Premiere: 4 May.

XVIII century. King George III becomes close to Charlotte, whom his family has chosen as his bride. She was honored with such an honor due to the fact that she is not interested in politics and intrigues. She knew German better than English, and she also patronized German artists. However, at the moment when George died, Charlotte managed to get power into her own hands.

Queen Charlotte is a spin-off of the acclaimed series The Bridgertons. A distinctive feature of the historical saga is the skin color of the heroes - in an alternative history, the monarchs are dark-skinned. The trailer shows that Queen Charlotte is basically the same as the original series, so fans of the spin-off should love it.

3. Nothing at all

Bupkis

• USA, 2023.
• Comedy.
• Premiere: 4 May.

A young actor and comedian is trying to find his way to fame. Often he is hindered by self-doubt.

The series is based on the life of Pete Davidson, one of the most popular comedians in the United States in recent years. He also took part in the work on the script, and played himself. Joe Pesci will also appear in the series - for the 80-year-old actor this is the first role since "Irish”, released in 2019.

4. Bunker

Silo

• USA, 2023.
• Fantasy, thriller.
• Premiere: 5 May.

Future. After world cataclysms, about 10 thousand people survived, who are forced to live in a huge bunker. The main rule is not to leave it. However, not all residents are sure that the world is as dangerous as they used to think.

The series is based on the novel Wool by Hugh Howey, which was released online. 10 years ago, it was going to be filmed by Ridley Scott and Stephen Zaillian, but the project was closed. In 2018, work began on the series for the AMC channel, later it moved to Apple TV+. Directed by Morten Tyldum (The Imitation Game).

5. Ballet

• Russia, 2023.
• Drama.
• Premiere: 18 May.

Ruta Myers was in charge Soviet ballerina, and then emigrated. After 40 years, she comes to Moscow as a choreographer to stage a play on the main stage of the country. In the course of her work, she constantly encounters people whom she knew in her youth. Therefore, she has to deal with personal problems.

"Ballet" will be released on the Wink platform. Directed by Evgeniy Sangadzhiev (“Happy End”). Judging by the trailer, it turned out something beautiful and bright.

6. Fubar

Fubar

• USA, 2023.
• Thriller, Action.
• Premiere: 25 May.

The CIA agent is about to retire. However, after he learns a terrible family secret, he has to use all his skills to save loved ones. He knows that this mission will be his last, but he is not sure that he will cope with it.

Arnold Schwarzenegger played the main role in the series. The script was written by Nick Santora - the author of The Sopranos, Escape, Lie to Me. Despite the fact that the plot seems hackneyed, the series will definitely attract attention due to the 75-year-old Schwarzenegger, who once again plays a tough man.

New seasons of familiar TV shows

1. Star Wars: Visions

Star Wars: Visions

• Japan, USA, 2021 - present.
• Cartoon, fantasy.
• IMDb: 7.0.
• Premiere of the second season: May 4.

An anthology of short cartoons based on the universe. Like the first season, the writers don't tie the story together. Fans of Star Wars and animation in general will love it.

2. World! Friendship! Gum!

• Russia, 2020 - present.
• Drama, comedy.
• IMDb: 7.4.
• Premiere of the third season: May 4.

90s. Sasha is trying to find himself in a world he knows nothing about. Gradually, he is drawn into criminal showdowns. The only person who can tell him anything at all is Uncle Yura, who went through the war in Afghanistan. Sasha must choose between a quiet life, advised by a relative, and dangerous relationships with friends.

The first two seasons were highly acclaimed by viewers. Many people love the series for nostalgia for 90th, others like dramaturgy.

3. Great

Great

• USA, 2020 - present.
• History, biography.
• IMDb: 8.2.
• Premiere of the third season: May 12.

As a result of a palace coup, Catherine gains power in the Russian Empire. Now she must fight her enemies, as well as change the order in the country. At the same time, she will have to understand what the population really wants.

The American series about the Russian empress regularly claims the Golden Globe and is generally highly regarded by critics. Elle Fanning will reprise her role as Catherine the Great.

4. Fear the walking dead

Fear the Walking Dead

• United States, 2015–2023.
• Thriller, fantasy.
• IMDb: 6.8.
• Premiere of the eighth season: May 14.

After the zombie apocalypse begins, a single mother and teacher try to escape in Los Angeles. Gradually, they get to know other survivors. Together they look for a safe place to hide from zombie.

The main spin-off of The Walking Dead has reached the eighth season, and this will end the story. However, the AMC channel is not going to stop, so it is working on other spin-offs that will apparently go on forever.