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★★★★★
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Blue Lights is one of the best police dramas in years
Set in Northern Ireland, this police drama is a genuine sleeper that deserves the wide acclaim it’s earned over two seasons (with two more on the way).
- by Aine Ryan
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The best new shows to stream in May
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- by Craig Mathieson
★★★★★
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Hacks returns for a third delicious season – and does not disappoint
Deborah and Ava are reunited in the comedy-drama’s new season and it’s a thrill to see both their characters evolve (but not too much).
- by Kylie Northover
Tattooist of Auschwitz arrives on screen and doesn’t shy from the book’s controversy
Heather Morris’ book was an enormous success, but was mired in a controversy about accuracy. The series based on it doesn’t shy way from that.
- by Karl Quinn
★★★★★
Spectrum
This astonishing and tense new show is a must-watch
This gripping six-part series starring Robyn Malcolm in a standout role is a messy, morally complex tale.
- by Kylie Northover
With grief still raw, Stephen Curry looks into family tragedy
In the latest Australian series of Who Do You Think You Are – which also features Pat Rafter and Miranda Otto – the actor learns more about his recently deceased father’s family.
- by Bridget McManus
★★★★★
Spectrum
Like Fleabag, this dark comedy will make you laugh – and squirm
Based on creator Kat Sadler’s own experiences of depression, this black British comedy takes on many taboo topics.
- by Kylie Northover
★★★½
Streaming
It’s men’s rights v woke culture in Heartbreak High’s second season
It’s fast times at Hartley High as the gang get back together. But with all the partying, sex and scandal, how does anyone ever get any schoolwork done?
- by Karl Quinn
Reality TV has never felt as radically uncomfortable as this
In an era where reality TV rarely offers much in the way of reality, Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show finds the star comedian using TV cameras as a weapon.
- by Robert Moran
Chilling show means you’ll never think of Fleabag’s Hot Priest the same way
Forget the sunny setting of 1999’s The Talented Mr Ripley – this gritty new version, filmed in black and white, is as noir as it gets.
- by Kylie Northover
The best new shows to stream in April
Our guide to the best of what’s on the streamers and free-to-air this month.
- by Craig Mathieson