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“Expats” (TV-MA) – Nicole Kidman (“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom”) leads this drama series adapted from the 2016 novel “The Expatriates” by Janice Y. K. Lee. The series centers on three women living in an affluent expatriate community in Hong Kong. Margaret (Kidman) is a mother and wife whose family enjoys the privilege of having staff wait on them hand and foot. Twenty-four-year-old Mercy (Ji-young Yoo) is desperate to find a fresh start after moving to Hong Kong from Korea. Last but not least is Hilary (Sarayu Blue), a neighbor of Margaret’s whose marriage is on the rocks. The series weaves in and out of these women’s lives while exploring this elite community and the domestic workers providing services to them. The first two episodes are out now, with new episodes releasing every Friday. (Amazon Prime Video)
“Orion and the Dark” (TV-Y7) – Elementary school student Orion is terrified of many things in this world, but above all, his biggest fear is easily the dark. One night, after he’s tucked in his bed and surrounded by his soothing collection of nightlights, Orion is suddenly jolted awake to come face-to-face with his biggest fear personified! Dark, voiced by Emmy winner Paul Walter Hauser (“Black Bird”), brings Orion along for a night on the job of darkening the world. Joined by the other “night entities” for an evening full of adventure, Dark helps Orion see that his fears aren’t so hard to overcome after all. Jacob Tremblay (“The Little Mermaid”) lends his voice to Orion for this wholesome animated film out on Feb. 2. (Netflix)
Aubrey Joseph stars as Quawntay Adams in “Bosco.” (Peacock photo)
“Bosco” (TV-MA) – Based on a true story, this drama-thriller stars Aubrey Joseph (“Little Fires Everywhere”) as Quawntay “Bosco” Adams, an inmate sentenced to 35 years for possession of marijuana. Once in prison, Bosco finds himself spiraling from the abusive treatment of the correctional officers and from knowing that his child is living without a father. After being threatened that he won’t see the light of day outside of prison ever again, Bosco is left with no choice but to figure out a means to escape. With the help of Tammy (Nikki Blonsky), a woman he meets through a lonely-hearts ad, Bosco attempts an escape that will leave you hanging on the edge of your seat. Tyrese Gibson (the “Fast & Furious” franchise) and Theo Rossi (“Luke Cage”) co-star. Out on Feb. 2. (Peacock)
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” (TV-PG) – Thirteen years after the film adaptation of “Percy Jackson & the Olympians” was released, Disney developed an adaptation set for the small screen. This series has only received positive reviews from critics for its dedication to the source material and its worldbuilding. Walker Scobell (“The Adam Project”) plays 12-year-old Percy as he learns he is the son of the Greek god Poseidon; Percy enters his father’s world to join Camp Half-Blood, a camp for demigod teenagers. Leah Jeffries (“Empire”) portrays Annabeth Chase, daughter of the Greek goddess Athena. All eight episodes are out now, and a second season looks quite promising! (Disney+)
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