TV Trailers of the Week: Man on Fire, The Boroughs, The Terror: Devil in Silver and More
📺 Take a peek at some of the latest trailers for upcoming TV shows.
📺 “Man on Fire” Trailer: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Ignites as a Haunted Bodyguard in Netflix’s Gritty Crime Thriller Series — Premieres Thurs, April 30th on Netflix
Fresh from starring in the well-received MCU miniseries Wonder Man, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II heads back to the small screen later this month in another explosive series, trading superpowers for a gritty story about how some heroes are forged in fire.
Based on A. J. Quinnell’s best-selling 1980 crime novel (previously adapted into a 1987 film starring Scott Glenn and, more famously, Tony Scott’s hyper-kinetic 2004 thriller with Denzel Washington), Man on Fire reimagines the story of former Special Forces operative turned bodyguard mercenary John Creasy, with Abdul-Mateen stepping into the role for a new pulse-pounding take.
In this Netflix version, Creasy is a man shaped by violence and weighed down by severe PTSD, searching for some form of redemption. As he tries to step away from that life, he’s hired to protect a wealthy family in Rio de Janeiro. But when the rebellious teenage girl (Billie Boullet, from the Anne Frank miniseries A Small Light) under his watch becomes entangled in a dangerous situation, he’s pulled right back into the chaos he’s been trying to outrun. Now, with a horde of mercenaries closing in, Creasy steps up to become her last line of defense. And he’s a man not only of his word, but of action.
Joining Abdul-Mateen is Alice Braga as Valeria Melo, a street-smart driver with underworld connections, while Scoot McNairy appears as CIA agent Henry Tappan, a calculated presence operating behind the scenes. Bobby Cannavale rounds out the cast as Paul Rayburn, Creasy’s loyal ally who is a former Special Forces soldier whose charm masks a deeper familiarity with violence.
The series is developed by Kyle Killen (creator of NBC’s Awake and co-showrunner of Paramount’s Halo), with filmmaker Steven Caple Jr. (Creed II, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts) directing the first two episodes, setting the tone for a grounded, character-driven thriller that leans into the tension and emotional fallout of a man trying to outrun his past, only to find the fire follows wherever he goes.
Man on Fire is slated to premiere Thursday, April 30th on Netflix.
📺 “The Boroughs” Teaser Trailer: Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, Clarke Peters, Denis O’Hare & Bill Pullman Face a Monstrous Threat in Duffer Brothers-Produced Supernatural Horror Series — Premieres Thurs, May 21st on Netflix
In Ron Howard’s classic 1985 sci-fi film Cocoon, a group of elderly residents crosses paths with visiting aliens—a strange encounter that reminds us it’s never too late for a little adventure, and you’re never too old to experience something extraordinary.
Well, the Duffer Brothers, the minds behind the hit Netflix series Stranger Things, have developed a new show that takes that Cocoon concept and twists it into something far less life-affirming and far more life-threatening. Welcome to The Boroughs, a seemingly average retirement community where residents begin to experience something out of the ordinary... like alien-like monsters lurking at night.
Featuring an all-star cast led by Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, Clarke Peters, Denis O’Hare, and Bill Pullman, The Boroughs flips that sense of wonder into pure dread. Set in a sun-soaked New Mexico retirement community, the story follows Sam Cooper (Molina), a grieving, grumpy newcomer forced to move into a new home alone after the death of his beloved wife.
Still grappling with that loss, Sam begins to suspect something is deeply wrong with his new surroundings. Sure, the neighbors are friendly, but the people running the place don’t feel quite right. Worse yet, at night, something begins to stir. What others dismiss as elderly confusion soon reveals a darker truth: something otherworldly is preying on the residents… and leaving might not be an option.
Jena Malone, Carlos Miranda, and Seth Numrich round out the cast, with Dee Wallace and Ed Begley Jr. appearing in guest roles.
Created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews (The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance), with acclaimed TV helmer Ben Taylor (Sex Education, Catastrophe) directing the first two episodes, the series aims to blend supernatural horror with late-in-life frustration and creeping paranoia. And knowing it’s produced by the creators of Stranger Things, it’s likely to lean into that same mix of eerie mystery and character-driven tension they’re known for.
The Boroughs premieres Thursday, May 21st on Netflix.
📺 “The Terror: Devil in Silver” Trailer: Dan Stevens Is Trapped in a Nightmarish Psychiatric Hospital in Ridley Scott-Produced Supernatural Horror Series — Premieres Thurs, May 7th on AMC+ and Shudder
There’s something especially unsettling about stories set inside institutions; the kind where the walls are meant to protect, but instead start to feel like a trap. That’s the space this latest chapter of The Terror leans into, trading historical trauma for something far more claustrophobic and psychological.
The Terror: Devil in Silver marks the third installment of the Ridley Scott–produced horror anthology series, following 2018’s The Terror, set on a doomed 1820s Arctic expedition, and 2019’s The Terror: Infamy, which unfolded inside a WWII-era Japanese internment camp. Each season shares a defining thread: an unseen evil lurking within the confines of its setting. In this case, it’s a mental hospital, where curing the patients may be the least of anyone’s concerns.
Dan Stevens stars as Pepper, a working-class guy who, thanks to a streak of bad luck and a short fuse, finds himself wrongfully committed to New Hyde Psychiatric Hospital. What should be a temporary nightmare quickly turns into something far worse, as Pepper realizes that surviving the patients is only part of the problem.
Things soon spiral beyond his control. The staff aren’t exactly trustworthy, the system feels stacked against him, and whispers of something darker begin to take shape in the shadows. Whether it’s paranoia or something real, Pepper starts to believe there’s an entity feeding off the suffering inside the hospital... and getting out may mean confronting it head-on.
Joining Stevens is a stacked ensemble that includes Judith Light, CCH Pounder, Aasif Mandvi, John Benjamin Hickey, Stephen Root, and Marin Ireland, each adding to a world where every face feels like it’s hiding something... and more often than not, they are.
Originally developed by David Kajganich, this new season, however, is spearheaded by TV writer-producer Chris Cantwell (Halt and Catch Fire) alongside author Victor LaValle, adapting his novel into what looks like a slow-burn descent into madness.
Acclaimed filmmaker Karyn Kusama, of The Invitation and Jennifer’s Body fame, directs the first two episodes, setting the tone for a season that turns a hospital into a reflection of just how fragile reality can be. With Ridley Scott continuing on board as an executive producer, the series carries that familiar sense of uneasy dread that has defined The Terror from the start. It’s the kind of horror that aims to get under your skin and refuses to let go.
The Terror: Devil in Silver premieres Thursday, May 7th on AMC+ and Shudder.
📺 “Good Omens: Season 3 (Final Season)” Trailer: Michael Sheen & David Tennant Return for One Last Heavenly Showdown as Armageddon Looms Again — Debuts Wed, May 13th on Prime Video
The end times are back on the calendar... and this time, it’s personal. This mischievous fantasy comedy follows a fussy angel and a fast-talking demon, played by Michael Sheen and David Tennant, as their long-standing friendship is tested once more when Armageddon threatens to finally stick. With a missing Antichrist and Heaven and Hell closing in, the duo is forced into another reluctant partnership, joined by a stacked ensemble including Jon Hamm, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Frances McDormand as the voice of God. Created by Neil Gaiman from the beloved novel with Terry Pratchett, this final chapter leans into cosmic chaos and character-driven charm. Saving the world is hard enough... but doing it without ruining a perfectly good friendship might be impossible.
📺 “Widow’s Bay” New Promo: Matthew Rhys Battles Curses and Small-Town Secrets in Apple’s New Offbeat Horror-Comedy Series — Premieres Tues, April 29th on Apple TV
Matthew Rhys, best known for bringing quiet intensity to The Americans, trades espionage for small-town politics in this eerie coastal tale. He plays a struggling island mayor desperate to revive his fading community with a dark past of buried curses and whispered folklore. As tourists arrive and old legends awaken, he’s forced to confront a town that never believed in him... and may not let him fix it.
📺 “Mating Season” New Trailer: Nick Kroll, Zach Woods & June Diane Raphael Voice Lovelorn Forest Critters in Raunchy Animated Comedy from the ‘Big Mouth’ Team — Premieres Fri, May 22nd on Netflix
Love gets primal in this no-holds-barred animated comedy from the minds behind Big Mouth. Set in a forest where instincts run wild, a group of hormonally driven animals stumble through romance, rejection, and everything in between, with voices from Nick Kroll, Zach Woods, June Diane Raphael, and Sabrina Jalees leading the charge. As hookups spiral and emotions get messy, this wild ensemble proves that finding “the one” might be the most animalistic challenge of all.
📺 “Zorro” First Look Clips: Oscar-winner Jean Dujardin Swings Back Into Action as a Reluctant Hero in This French Comedic Reimagining — Premieres Tues, June 30th on MHz Choice
The mask still fits… more or less. This playful French-language period action-comedy follows a reluctant mayor who dusts off his legendary alter ego to save a crumbling Los Angeles, only to find his heroic double life creating more problems than it solves. French superstar Jean Dujardin, of The Artist fame, dons the Zorro mask and sword alongside Audrey Dana and a lively ensemble, as sword fights, romance, and identity crises collide.
📺 “Tucci in Italy: Season 2” Trailer: Stanley Tucci Returns to Savor New Regions, Culinary Traditions, and Timeless Flavors Across Italy — Premieres Mon, May 11th on NatGeo, Hulu/Disney+
Food tells the story, and Stanley Tucci is ready to listen again. This flavorful travel series follows Tucci as he journeys through five distinct Italian regions, uncovering the culture, history, and identity behind every dish. From Naples to Sicily, each stop serves up new discoveries, debates, and traditions worth savoring.
📺 “Nemesis” Trailer: Matthew Law & Y’lan Noel Face Off as Cop and Master Thief in This High-Stakes Crime Drama from the Producers of STARZ’s ‘Power’ — Premieres Thursday, May 14th on Netflix
Two men, one collision course. This gritty crime drama follows a relentless LAPD detective (Matthew Law) and the elusive thief (Y’lan Noel) he can’t shake, as their cat-and-mouse game spirals into something far more personal. As both men blur the line between right and wrong in their fight for control, survival, and family, the tension keeps building. When obsession takes hold, it’s not about winning... it’s about who cracks first.
📺 “Rivals: Season 2” Trailer: David Tennant & Aidan Turner Return as Power Plays, Scandal, and ‘80s Excess Collide in This Ruthless Period Drama Series — Premieres Fri, May 15th on Hulu/Disney+
Power, passion, and petty revenge... turned all the way up. This ‘80s-era period drama drops us back into the cutthroat battle for a regional TV empire, where David Tennant’s manipulative tycoon tightens his grip while rivals circle for the kill. With Aidan Turner, Alex Hassell, and a stacked ensemble caught in a swirl of affairs, ambition, and bruised egos, the fight for control gets messier by the minute. In an era fueled by excess and ego, winning might cost more than anyone’s willing to pay.
📺 “Amandaland: Season 2” Trailer: Lucy Punch Returns as the Queen of Chaos Navigating Divorce, Teenagers, and Social Survival in This British Comedy Series — Coming Soon on BBC and BBC iPlayer
Divorce, downsizing, and teenage terror... welcome to the next chapter of this sharply observed British comedy. Lucy Punch is back in full force as the ever-delusional social climber trying to reestablish her place in a less-than-glamorous corner of London, with Joanna Lumley looming nearby as her delightfully cutting mother. As old habits meet new realities, this Motherland spin-off doubles down on awkward encounters, class anxieties, and the quiet horror of raising teens who refuse to be managed.
📺 “The Cage” Trailer: Sheridan Smith and Michael Socha Risk It All in This High-Stakes British Casino Crime Series — Premieres Sun, April 26th on BBC and BBC iPlayer
Easy money never stays easy for long. This gritty British crime series follows two casino workers who discover they’re both skimming from the same safe, setting off a chain reaction that pulls them deeper into trouble. With Sheridan Smith and Michael Socha leading the scheme, things spiral fast as a local gangster closes in and the law isn’t far behind. In a game where everyone’s playing to win, the real question is who gets out before the house calls time.
📺 “Mint” Trailer: Emma Laird & Ben Coyle-Larner Ignite a Forbidden Romance Between Rival Crime Families — Premieres Mon, April 20th on BBC and BBC iPlayer
Love doesn’t ask for permission. This crime-tinged drama follows the daughter of a powerful crime family whose world shifts when she falls for a man tied to the opposition. With Emma Laird and Ben Coyle-Larner at the center, passion quickly turns dangerous as loyalties are tested and consequences become unavoidable.
📺 “Little House on the Prairie” Teaser: A New Generation Reimagines the Ingalls Family’s Journey West in Netflix’s Sweeping Frontier Drama Starring Alice Halsey, Luke Bracey & Crosby Fitzgerald — Premieres Thurs, July 9th on Netflix
Home isn’t a place, it’s something you build. This heartfelt reimagining of the classic ’70s series based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved books follows the Ingalls family as they leave everything behind in search of a new life on the American frontier, where hope and hardship go hand in hand. With Alice Halsey, Luke Bracey, and Crosby Fitzgerald leading the way, the series blends intimate family moments with the unforgiving realities of frontier life. Out on the prairie, survival is never guaranteed... but neither is giving up.
📺 “SkyMed: Season 4” Trailer: Natasha Calis & Morgan Holmstrom Return as New Recruits Shake Up the High-Flying Canadian Medical Drama — Premieres Thurs, May 21st on Paramount+
Set against the remote skies of northern Manitoba, this rugged Canadian medical drama follows seasoned nurses and pilots facing fresh chaos as a new class of rookies enters the fold. With Natasha Calis and Morgan Holmstrom leading a crew built on grit and instinct, every mission tests skill, trust, and nerves under pressure. ’Cause up in the air, there’s no room for second guesses.
📺 “Roosters: Season 2” Trailer: Four Friends Tackle Modern Masculinity and Midlife Chaos in Netflix’s Dutch Comedy — Premieres Wed, May 13th on Netflix
This offbeat Dutch comedy series follows four friends attempting to ditch their cocky ways and embrace a more vulnerable version of themselves, only to find the world isn’t exactly cheering them on. As awkward self-reflection meets everyday chaos, their midlife reset quickly turns into a series of uncomfortable misfires. Turns out, redefining what it means to be a man doesn’t come with a manual.
📺 “Killing Grounds: The Gilgo Beach Murders” Trailer: A Chilling True-Crime Docuseries Reexamines a Decades-Long Mystery as New Revelations Emerge — Premieres Wed, April 22nd on Prime Video
This new true-crime docuseries revisits the haunting discoveries along Gilgo Beach, where multiple victims and years of unanswered questions turned a stretch of shoreline into one of the nation’s most unsettling mysteries. Directed by Emma Cooper, the series digs into the investigation with fresh perspective as recent developments bring long-awaited answers into focus.
