TV Trailers of the Week: The Beast in Me, Palm Royale: S2, IT: Welcome to Derry, Stumble and More
📺 Take a peek at some of the latest trailers for upcoming TV shows.
📺 “The Beast in Me” Trailer: Claire Danes Becomes Obsessed with a Suspected Wife Killer in New Psychological Thriller Series with Matthew Rhys — Premieres Thurs, November 13th on Netflix
What makes a reporter any good is their ability to seek out the truth no matter how uncomfortable, inconvenient, or unpopular it may be. For seeking the truth is both a mission and an obsession. But for Claire Danes, the truth is not only a pursuit she can’t stop herself from chasing — it just might put her in a situation she won’t walk away from. Then again, for a writer with insatiable curiosity, the pursuit might be the only thing in her life keeping her from a total meltdown. And let’s face it, no one does meltdowns better than Claire Danes.
Reteaming with executive producer and Homeland co-creator/showrunner Howard Gordon, Danes stars in The Beast in Me, Netflix’s new six-episode limited series, as Aggie Wiggs — a once-celebrated true crime author who’s reeling from personal tragedy and a derailed career, now desperate for her next big story.
Call it serendipity, but her neighbor down the street happens to be Nile Jarvis (played by Matthew Rhys, The Americans, Perry Mason), a charming yet secretive real estate mogul long suspected of being involved in his wife’s disappearance. Deemed a wife murderer by the press and the public, Nile is desperate to change the narrative.
Enter Danes’s Aggie Wiggs, who becomes fixated on his case and offers a proposal: in exchange for full access to his private life, she’ll tell the truth about what really happened. The catch? The truth might be that he’s exactly what everyone thinks: a killer and a sociopath.
What begins as curiosity soon warps into compulsion, as Aggie’s hunt for the truth pulls her into a dark, dangerous spiral. And as her obsession deepens, so does the haunting question: when you chase a monster, what happens when the monster starts to look back?
Also starring Brittany Snow, Natalie Morales, Tim Guinee, David Lyons, The Penguin’s Deirdre O’Connell, and Breaking Bad’s Jonathan Banks, The Beast in Me premieres Thursday, November 13th on Netflix. And by the looks of it, no one gets out unscarred.
📺 “Palm Royale: Season 2” Trailer: Kristen Wiig Plots, Parties, and Power-Grabs in Apple’s Glamorous Comedy Return — Premieres Wed, November 12th on Apple TV+
Kristen Wiig is a menace to high society. And Palm Beach, Florida is about to see a serious shift in the balance of power — one cocktail party, scandal, and social takedown at a time.
After clawing her way into Palm Beach’s glittering elite, Kristen Wiig’s Maxine Dellacorte is back for another round of sun-soaked scheming. Palm Royale: Season 2 returns in November, bringing more champagne, cattiness, and social warfare to Floridian paradise.
Backed by a powerhouse cast that includes comedy legend Carol Burnett, Laura Dern, Leslie Bibb, Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas, and Kaia Gerber, Wiig returns as the ambitious outsider who refuses to accept her place below the country club line. This time, the stakes (and the egos) are higher, as she juggles old rivalries, new secrets, and the ever-slippery climb toward high society’s inner circle.
Created by Abe Sylvia (The Eyes of Tammy Faye) and executive produced by Wiig herself, Palm Royale continues its wickedly sharp take on ambition, status, and self-reinvention when Season 2 premieres Wednesday, November 12th on Apple TV+. Because in Palm Beach, the pool may sparkle, but the water’s full of sharks.
📺 “IT: Welcome to Derry” Final Red Band Trailer: Pennywise Rises Again in HBO’s Haunting Stephen King Prequel from Andy and Barbara Muschietti — Premieres Sun, October 26th on HBO MAX
Halloween season is upon us. And nothing sparks that tingling sensation down our spines like a creepy clown. But we’re not talking about just any creepy clown. We’re talking about Pennywise — that eternal nightmarish clown that just won’t die, no matter how much you try to forget him. And if you’re dying (pun intended) to know a little more about his origins and where it all began, IT: Welcome to Derry is here to make your dreams — or rather, your nightmares — come true.
Inspired by Stephen King’s beloved novel, this new HBO Max original series serves as a prequel to the 2017 and 2019 film adaptations. Set in the 1960s, decades before the Losers’ Club ever faced their fears, the series dives into Derry’s cursed past, where something ancient and evil has been lurking in the sewers long before anyone called it by name. Every 27 years, the horror resurfaces. And this time, it’s ready to feast again.
Reuniting filmmaker Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti, Welcome to Derry expands King’s terrifying mythology, with Bill Skarsgård reprising his spine-chilling role as Pennywise.
The ensemble cast includes Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, Madeleine Stowe, and James Remar, while focusing on a new group of neighborhood kids who find themselves face-to-face with Pennywise as he returns to wreak havoc on Derry.
IT: Welcome to Derry premieres Sunday, October 26th on HBO Max.
📺 “Stumble” Trailer: Jenn Lyon Leads a Squad of Misfit Cheerleaders in NBC’s High-Flying Comedy with Taran Killam and Kristin Chenoweth — Premieres Fri, November 7th on NBC
Comic actress Jenn Lyon (Claws) gets to show off her North Carolinian charm as she takes the lead in this comedy series about how cheerleading competition is more than just high kicks and pom-poms... it’s a full-contact sport with spirit, sweat, and serious attitude!
In Stumble, Lyon stars as Courteney Potter, a former champion cheer coach whose career takes a nosedive after one epic mistake. Now, she’s stuck leading a squad of lovable underdogs who can’t land a stunt to save their lives. But with a little grit and a lot of glitter, they just might flip their way to the top.
Joining Lyon are Taran Killam as her rival-turned-reluctant ally, Coach Boon, and Kristin Chenoweth as the perfectly coiffed queen of cheer herself, Coach Tammy. Together, they bring the pep, the politics, and plenty of pom-pom-fueled dysfunction.
Stumble is slated to premiere Friday, November 7th on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock. Go team! And go big or go home!
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📺 “The Copenhagen Test” Teaser: Simu Liu Unravels a Mind-Hacking Conspiracy in Peacock’s New Sci-Fi Espionage Thriller with Melissa Barrera — Premiering Sat, December 27th on Peacock
A blend of cyber-thriller and spy drama, this high-stakes series explores identity, loyalty, and surveillance in the digital age. Created by Thomas Brandon, the show casts Shang-Chi star Simu Liu as an intelligence analyst whose hacked brain turns him into both weapon and target, starring alongside Melissa Barrera, Sinclair Daniel, Mark O’Brien, Saul Rubinek, and Brian d’Arcy James.
📺 “Amadeus” Teaser: Will Sharpe Transforms into Mozart in Sky’s Lavish Reimagining of the Classic Tale with Paul Bettany — Premiering This December on Sky
A dazzling new retelling of Peter Shaffer’s timeless story brings the genius and madness of musical prodigy Wolfgang ‘Amadeus’ Mozart (Will Sharpe) to life for a new generation. This five-part event series dives into the intoxicating rivalry between Mozart and his jealous rival, composer Antonio Salieri (Paul Bettany), blending opulent period drama with modern energy.
📺 “The Witcher: Season 4” Sneak Peek Clip: Laurence Fishburne Joins as Vampire Emiel Regis in New Season of Netflix’s Hit Fantasy Epic — Returning Thurs, October 30th on Netflix
Geralt’s world grows bloodier and more dangerous than ever as new allies and old enemies emerge from the shadows. Laurence Fishburne sinks his teeth into the role of Emiel Regis in the fourth season of Netflix’s fantasy saga, as Liam Hemsworth takes up the silver sword in Geralt’s most perilous hunt yet.
📺 “The Seduction” Trailer: Diane Kruger and Anamaria Vartolomei Star in HBO’s New French Miniseries Inspired By Dangerous Liaisons — Premieres Fri, November 14th on HBO MAX
Desire, betrayal, and manipulation collide in this French miniseries from creator Jean-Baptiste Delafon, exploring the rise of the infamous Marquise de Merteuil (Anamaria Vartolomei). In a world where women wield charm as their only weapon, this six-episode drama reimagines the classic tale of power and pleasure, also starring Diane Kruger, Vincent Lacoste, Lucas Bravo, and Noée Abita.
📺 “Bridgerton: Season 4” Teaser: Secrets, Scandals, and Seduction Return — Part 1 Premieres Thurs, January 29th and Part 2 on Thurs, February 26th on Netflix
The social season is back in full swing, and so are the whispers, wagers, and romantic entanglements that keep London society buzzing. Netflix’s beloved Regency drama returns with new romances, fresh rivalries, and more dazzling decadence as the Bridgertons once again steal the spotlight.
📺 “Alex vs A-Rod” Trailer: New Three-Part Docuseries Dives Into the Rise, Fall, and Reinvention of Baseball’s Most Polarizing Star — Premieres Thurs, November 6th on HBO MAX
Told through candid new interviews, the series follows Alex Rodriguez as he reckons with the two sides of his legacy—the driven phenom and the disgraced icon. With reflections from family, teammates, and broadcasters, Alex vs A-Rod explores fame, failure, and the complicated pursuit of redemption behind one of sports’ biggest names.
📺 “St. Denis Medical: Season 2” Trailer: Allison Tolman, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and David Alan Grier Return for Another Dose of NBC’s Feel-Better Comedy — Premiering Mon, November 3rd on NBC and Peacock
The staff of Oregon’s most overworked hospital are back, proving laughter really is the best medicine. Allison Tolman, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and David Alan Grier lead the hilarious ensemble in a new season of offbeat emergencies, heartfelt chaos, and questionable healthcare.
📺 “Marines” Trailer: Go Inside the Lives of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit in an Intimate Coming-of-Age Docuseries — Premieres Mon, November 10th on Netflix
With unprecedented access to the U.S. Marine Corps, this gripping docuseries follows young Marines of the 31st MEU as they train, bond, and navigate the emotional toll of life at sea. Equal parts action and introspection, this Netflix series captures the humanity behind the uniform—a raw portrait of duty, brotherhood, and growing up in the world’s most demanding force.
📺 “Juan Gabriel: I Must, I Can, I Will” Trailer: Netflix Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Mexico’s Beloved Singer-Songwriter in New Docu-Series — Premieres Thurs, October 30th on Netflix
Through rare footage, home videos, and intimate interviews, this four-part documentary explores the genius and contradictions of Juan Gabriel, the artist who redefined Latin music. Drawn from his personal archive, the docuseries offers an unprecedented look at both the superstar and the man behind the legend—revealing a portrait as grand, emotional, and unforgettable as his music itself.
Paul Bettany is very talented, but making Mozart Asian is just more cultural appropriation. The original movie was near flawless, why is this being remade. It will be about as memorable as an attempt to remake Casablanca. Marines looks like a much more realistic portrayal than Boots.