Whether you’re in search of an immersive thriller, a laugh-out-loud comedy, or a cozy classic, these must-watch Prime Video hits are going viral worldwide and are binge-worthy from start to finish. #1 is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes and has been called a TV masterpiece.
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Little Disasters
Logline: “A group of new mother friends are torn apart when one is accused of injuring her baby, fracturing their bond and nearly destroying their families.”
The most notable brand-new release on Paramount+ this week is Little Disasters, which premieres on Thursday, December 11. The entire 6-part series will drop this week, making it the perfect new series to binge-watch on Paramount+, especially for drama and thriller fans.
Led by the dynamic duo of Diane Kruger and Jo Joyner, Little Disasters is primed to become one of the most viral new series this week, not only on Paramount+, but across all streaming platforms. Don’t miss this wildly binge-worthy series that is sure to pull in big viewership.
Mayor of Kingstown
Logline: “The McLusky family are power brokers tackling themes of systemic racism, corruption and inequality in Kingstown, Michigan, where the business of incarceration is the only thriving industry.”
Week after week, Mayor of Kingstown continues to put out top-notch television that all crime thriller fans must be watching by now. The latest season of this gripping series, starring Jeremy Renner and co-created by Taylor Sheridan, is already being considered the best of the entire franchise.
With only three episodes left of Mayor of Kingstown season 4, and the season finale set for a December 29 release, there’s no better time to start this epic crime drama than right now. Newcomers who start bingeing season 1 tonight can catch up in time for the season 4 finale, which is poised to be a masterpiece.
Yellowjackets
Logline: “A wildly talented girls high school soccer team become the unlucky survivors of a plane crash deep in the Canadian wilderness.”
Speaking of gripping thrillers, Yellowjackets is another modern classic streaming now on Paramount+. Consisting of 29 episodes across three seasons, the fourth and final season is slated for a 2026 release, making it a great time to dive into one of the streamer’s best psychological mystery series.
Released in 2021, Yellowjackets has been nominated for 10 Emmys, including Outstanding Drama Series, and earned a Certified Fresh Rotten Tomatoes score of 92%, including a perfect 100% score for its first season. Featuring a fantastic female-heavy ensemble led by Melanie Lynskey, Sophie Thatcher, and Christina Ricci, Yellowjackets is a great binge option on Paramount+.
Landman
Logline: “A modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs.”
Landman season 2 seems to be getting better with each new episode, as evidenced by its exceptional fourth installment that just dropped on Paramount+ on Sunday, December 7. Another Taylor Sheridan co-production, Landman is the #1 trending Paramount+ series in the U.S. right now.
Often described as a neo-Western epic, this immersive series is as much about the dangers of the oil industry as it is about the importance of family. Featuring an all-star cast led by Billy Bob Thornton, Jon Hamm, Demi Moore, Sam Elliott, and more, this is one new Paramount+ series you do not want to miss.
United States Of Tara
Logline: “A woman struggles to find a balance between her dissociative identity disorder and raising a dysfunctional family.”
If you’re looking for a true comedy masterpiece on Paramount+, the darkly funny United States of Tara is one of the best Showtime original series to binge-watch. Consisting of 36 episodes across 3 seasons, all roughly 30 minutes or less, this hilarious and insightful series is addictive from start to finish.
United States of Tara won 2 Emmys, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Toni Collette. Collette is joined by a stellar ensemble cast, including Rosemarie DeWitt, Brie Larson, Patton Oswalt, Keir Gilchrist, and John Corbett. For a nostalgic binge-watch that’s guaranteed to entertain, check out United States of Tara on Paramount+ this week.
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