January brings a strong lineup of television, with new seasons and fresh adaptations across crime, drama, and thriller genres. From tense medical emergencies to spy games and small town mysteries, these shows are worth adding to your watchlist.
The Night Manager
Nearly ten years after its first success, The Night Manager returns with a new season. Tom Hiddleston reprises his role as Jonathan Pine, a former hotel manager turned spy. This time, Pine is working quietly for MI6 in London before breaking protocol to track a dangerous arms dealer in Colombia. Olivia Colman returns as Angela Burr, while new cast members add depth to the story. Even without a new novel from John le Carré, the series keeps his tone and style alive.
Run Away
This Netflix thriller follows Simon, played by James Nesbitt, whose daughter disappears under troubling circumstances. His search pulls him into a dark world of secrets, drugs, and murder. Minnie Driver stars as his wife, while Ruth Jones plays a private investigator who joins the hunt. The show balances suspense with emotional depth and avoids predictable twists.
The Pitt
What seemed like a standard medical drama turned into one of the most gripping shows of the year. Season two focuses on Dr Robby, played by Noah Wyle, during his final shift before a break caused by trauma. Set on the Fourth of July, the hospital faces chaos, pressure, and difficult choices in real time. The returning cast keeps the story grounded and intense.
Hijack
Idris Elba returns as negotiator Sam Nelson, this time caught in a deadly train crisis in Berlin. With a bomb involved and authorities doubting his role, the tension never slows. Strong performances and clever mind games keep the series gripping.
Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials
Set in nineteen twenty five, this classic mystery unfolds in a country house after a prank leads to death. Mia McKenna Bruce stars as Bundle, a sharp and curious heroine. With a strong cast and a familiar Christie atmosphere, the show delivers comfort and suspense in equal measure.
