In recent years, miniseries have become the perfect option for those who love intense, well-told stories that don’t drag on unnecessarily. From historical dramas to psychological thrillers, there’s something for every taste. Today we present a list of five must-watch miniseries that trended and that you will surely enjoy.

1. Chernobyl

Genre: Drama, History

Episodes and duration: 5 episodes (60 to 70 minutes each)

This acclaimed production revisits one of humanity’s greatest disasters: the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear reactor explosion. The miniseries follows the scientists, politicians, and ordinary citizens who tried to manage the crisis while battling misinformation and the deadly danger of radiation. Shocking and terrifying, “Chernobyl” is a history lesson you can’t miss.

2. The Undoing

Genre: Thriller, Drama
Episodes and duration: 6 episodes (50-60 minutes each)
Grace Fraser (Nicole Kidman) is a renowned therapist whose perfect life is suddenly shaken when a woman is brutally murdered, and all eyes turn to her husband, Jonathan (Hugh Grant). With a plot full of unexpected twists, “The Undoing” will keep you on the edge of your seat as Grace fights to uncover the truth and keep her family together.

3. The Queen’s Gambit

Genre: Drama

Episodes and duration: 7 episodes (50-60 minutes each)

Beth Harmon (Anya Taylor-Joy) is a chess prodigy who, after becoming an orphan, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and competition in a male-dominated world. The series explores her struggle with addiction and her growing genius in chess, which leads her to become the best player in the world. “The Queen’s Gambit” is visually stunning and emotionally gripping.

4. Presumed Innocent

Genre: Crime, Drama

Episodes and duration: To be confirmed (coming in 2024)

An adaptation of Scott Turow’s acclaimed novel, this miniseries starring Jake Gyllenhaal follows the story of a prosecutor accused of murdering his colleague and lover. As he tries to prove his innocence, the series explores the political intrigue and the dark secrets behind the justice system. “Presumed Innocent” promises to be an intense thriller that won’t leave you indifferent.

5. The Watcher

Genre: Suspense, Mystery
Episodes and duration: 7 episodes (45-50 minutes each)
Based on real events, “The Watcher” tells the terrifying story of a family that moves into their dream home in New Jersey, only to be harassed by anonymous letters from someone claiming to be watching them. With a cast led by Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale, this suspenseful miniseries will keep you on edge as you try to figure out who “The Watcher” is.

These five miniseries represent the best that television and streaming have to offer today. Each one will transport you to different worlds and leave you thinking long after you’ve finished watching. If you love well-told stories and don’t want to commit to long series, these options are perfect for you.

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