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| The Sandman: Book One by Neil Gaiman with artists Sam Keith, Mike Dringenberg, Malcolm Jones III, and Kelley JonesNeil Gaiman's beloved, award-winning fantasy graphic novel series The Sandman heads to the small screen in a new TV show co-created by the author himself.
Where to watch: Season 1 of the long-awaited adaptation is now available on Netflix. |
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| Fire & Blood by George R.R. Martin; illustrated by Doug WheatleyFire & Blood, George R.R. Martin's history of the Targaryen dynasty, serves as the basis for House of the Dragon, a Game of Thrones spin-off set 300 years before the events of the popular HBO series.
Where to watch: Catch new episodes of House of the Dragon weekly on HBO. |
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| The Lord of the Ringsby J.R.R. TolkienSet thousands of years before the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power draws inspiration from J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy novels (and includes a few familiar characters).
Where to watch: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power premieres on Amazon Prime Video on September 2nd, with new episodes releasing weekly. |
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| Vampire Academy by Richelle MeadRichelle Mead's popular YA paranormal romance series get a new adaptation created by Julie Plec, who previously helmed The Vampire Diaries and The Originals.
Where to watch: Vampire Academy premieres on Peacock on September 15th. |
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| On the Come Up by Angie ThomasNewcomer Jamila C. Gray stars as aspiring rapper Bri in this film adaptation of The Hate U Give author Angie Thomas' second novel. Sanaa Lathan directs.
Where to watch: On the Come Up premieres on Paramount+ on September 23rd. |
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| Blonde by Joyce Carol OatesKnives Out star Ana de Armas is receiving awards buzz for her role as Marilyn Monroe in this film adaptation of Joyce Carol Oates' biographical novel that reimagines the life of the iconic actor.
Where to watch: Blonde premieres on Netflix on September 28th. |
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| The Flight Attendant by Chris BohjalianThe series adaptation of Chris Bohjalian's thriller about a flight attendant caught up in an international conspiracy received three Emmy nominations for its second season, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Kaley Cuoco.
Where to watch: Stream seasons one and two of The Flight Attendant on HBO Max. |
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| Killing Eve: Codename Villanelle by Luke JenningsStars Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer both received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for their work in the 4th and final season of Killing Eve, a buzzy adaptation of Luke Jennings' popular cat-and-mouse thriller novels.
Where to watch: Catch all four seasons of Killing Eve on Hulu, AMC+, and DVD/Blu-ray. |
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| Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon KrakauerAndrew Garfield earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for his role in the miniseries adaptation of John Krakauer's bestselling true-crime book about a 1984 double murder in a fundamentalist Mormon sect.
Where to watch: Watch Under the Banner of Heaven on FX on Hulu. |
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| Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive by Stephanie LandThe miniseries adaptation of Stephanie Land's bestselling memoir received three Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Margaret Qualley.
Where to watch: Maid is available to stream on Netflix. |
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| Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company That Addicted America by Beth MacyThe miniseries adaptation of Beth Macy's reportage on the opioid crisis received 14 Emmy Award nominations, including nods for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Michael Keaton.
Where to watch: Watch Dopesick on Hulu. |
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