15/01/2026

LYFE THURSDAY | JAN 15, 2026

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BINGE-WORTHY FLICKS

56 Days 0 Main cast: Dove Cameron, Avan Jogia

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (season two) 0 Main cast: Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, Anna Sawai Season two of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters will return on Feb 27. The series continues to follow the secretive organisation tasked with tracking and containing Titans, expanding on events from the first season. The story unfolds across multiple timelines, linking Cold War-era operations with present-day developments as governments attempt to manage the growing global threat posed by these creatures. As past missions come under renewed scrutiny, long-held secrets begin to surface, placing pressure on those connected to Monarch’s early history. The season further develops the story of Lee Shaw across different periods, showing how earlier decisions shaped the organisation’s foundations. In the present day, internal tensions and conflicting priorities threaten to expose information long kept hidden. While Titans remain a constant presence, the narrative centres on the human cost of secrecy, including fractured relationships and unresolved consequences tied to Monarch’s actions.

Imperfect Women 0 Main cast: Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington, Kate Mara, Joel Kinnaman Imperfect Women will premiere on Apple TV on March 18. The series follows three longtime friends whose lives are disrupted after a violent crime triggers a police investigation. As detectives begin piecing together the events, the story moves between past and present, revealing how years of shared history have been shaped by compromise, resentment and unspoken tensions. Rather than focusing solely on the crime itself, the series tracks how the investigation affects each woman differently. As details emerge, their relationships are tested and previously concealed aspects of their lives come into view. Each character is forced to reassess past choices and personal boundaries as scrutiny increases. Through shifting perspectives, Imperfect Women presents a psychological thriller centred on trust, responsibility and the consequences of actions taken long before the crime occurred.

56 Days will premiere on Prime Video on Feb 18. The series follows Oliver and Ciara, who meet by chance in a supermarket and quickly form a close relationship. Their connection develops largely in isolation, away from friends and family. Fifty-six days later, police arrive at Oliver’s apartment and discover a decomposing body, launching a homicide investigation. The narrative alternates between the present-day investigation and the earlier stages of the relationship, gradually revealing how events unfolded. As investigators uncover new information, conflicting accounts and hidden details raise questions about what happened inside the apartment. The series presents the story from multiple angles, allowing viewers to piece together the timeline while withholding clear answers. 56 Days is structured as a psychological crime drama focused on secrecy, intimacy and the circumstances that lead to violence.

Made in Korea 0 Main cast: Hyun Bin, Jung Woosung, Woo Dohwan Set in 1970s South Korea, Made in Korea follows Baek Kitae, a KCIA agent leading a double life during a period of political tension. By day, he works as a government intelligence officer. By night, he operates an illegal business that generates money and influence for the agency, accelerating his rise within the system. His actions are driven by ambition and a desire to protect his younger brother. Kitae’s growing influence draws the attention of Jang Geonyoung, a prosecutor known for refusing bribes and political pressure. As their conflict intensifies, the series traces the effects of corruption within state institutions and the personal consequences of maintaining power. The final episodes stream weekly through Jan 14. A second season has been confirmed.

Drops of God (season two) 0 Main cast: Fleur Geffrier, Tomohisa Yamashita Season two of Drops of God will premiere on Apple TV on Jan 21. The story follows half-siblings Camille and Issei as they search for the origin of a rare and highly valued wine linked to their late father. Their investigation takes them across different countries, drawing them into professional rivalries within the wine industry. As the search continues, unresolved family history and past disagreements resurface, affecting their working relationship. The series uses wine tasting and history as central narrative devices while focusing on personal conflict and inheritance. Season two continues to balance mystery with character-focused storytelling as the siblings pursue answers tied to legacy and identity.

The Pitt (season two) 0 Main cast: Noah Wyle, Katherine LaNasa

The Pitt has returned for its second season on HBO Max. The series continues its real-time format, following a single 15-hour shift inside a hospital emergency department. Each episode covers one hour, tracking doctors and nurses as they respond to trauma cases, manage overcrowding and work with limited resources. Season two continues to depict the operational and emotional pressures faced by medical staff. Ongoing challenges such as staffing shortages and fatigue affect decision-making and workplace dynamics. Personal issues intersect with professional responsibility as the shift progresses. The series maintains a grounded approach, focusing on routine crises and cumulative strain rather than dramatic set pieces.

The Judge Returns (season two) 0 Main cast: Ji Sung, Park Hee-soon, Won Jin-ah, Baek Jin-hee The Judge Returns follows a corrupt judge who dies unjustly and is sent back in time to an earlier point in his life. Given the opportunity to revisit past decisions, he attempts to alter the actions that led to his downfall. However, changing events proves difficult as existing power structures and personal flaws remain in place. As he resumes his role within the legal system, his efforts affect those around him, including former allies and adversaries. The series combines courtroom drama with supernatural elements, using time travel to drive the narrative. New episodes stream weekly on HBO Max.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms 0 Main cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will premiere on HBO on Jan 18. Set decades before the events of Game of Thrones , the series follows Ser Duncan the Tall, a hedge knight travelling across Westeros with his young squire, Egg. With limited status and resources, Dunk competes in tournaments and seeks employment while navigating a society shaped by rigid hierarchies. As they journey from place to place, the pair encounter nobles, knights and commoners affected by political tension beneath the surface of the realm. Egg’s background gradually becomes clearer, adding complexity to their partnership. The series focuses on personal survival and daily life in Westeros, presenting a smaller-scale story centred on duty, reputation and the realities of knighthood.