Clean Slate is an easy watch with its light-hearted and accepting undertone mixed with the over-dramatic antics of the residents of Mobile, Alabama. Laverne Cox perfectly carries the glamours and over the top Desiree with extravagant moments of exaggerated comedy that fit her and the plot well, but the best moments come from Laverne Cox and George Wallace who, by contrast, is much more grounded and grumpier. It’s a classic combination that works well for comedy duos but updated with themes of self-discovery and change that make Clean Slate an easy comforting watch. The only thing letting the series down is the short eight episode count and twenty-minute runtime, more episodes would allow for the comedy to thrive more and make the series more memorable.

Paradise tries to capture the cost of one’s choices, as well as the age-old question of what it good for humanity, but as it tries to juggle a lot of plots and some flashbacks that feel unnecessary, it struggles to find its identity. There are times when the show shines for its emotional performances, but these characters are lost in the bigger picture of Xavier Collins and his own goals.

American Primeval is visually appealing but has too many storylines simultaneously. The convoluted storylines could have offered rich, complex stories with a visually beautiful backdrop, with excellent performance across the board, but American Primeval’s focus lacks the depth in comparison to the rest of the ensemble.

Mayfair Witches fails to delve into anything interesting and quickly moves past anything compelling. There’s no focus or cohesive plot with characters that offer nothing to the story despite being leads. Ted Levine and Alyssa Jirrels are the best part of the series but a lack of energy from the rest of it makes for a dull second season. The season is at its best when it starts to go into the horror aspect, but it never commits to anything and results in a skippable mess.

Goosebumps: The Vanishing offers dramatic tensions that fans of the Goosebumps series will love. However, the pacing can be a bit off, with predictable dialogue and a heavy-handed script with plots that feel dragged out, killing any of the built-up tensions. David Schwimmer is a standout, but even with his performance, it felt as if Goosebumps: The Vanishing’s run could have been reduced by two episodes.

A fun, easy watch that will quickly become a comfort watch for many people. A Man on the Inside gives comedy, funny characters and a message about loneliness and finding your way out of it.  There are funny moments lifted by the ensemble cast but Ted Danson is exceptional in walking the line of touching moments and bringing out the levity in the heavier

 Cruel Intentions was supposed to be a masterclass in manipulation and power, but the series fails to live up to its original movie's expectations. The Greek society houses' survival is lost in translation, while Caroline's choices are easily led back to her, and her character feels under-developed. Blaise Powell, the strongest part of the series, is the true mastermind of Cruel Intentions, but the series lacked depth and exploration.

While Cross follows similar formulas of police thriller dramas, it finds a way to feel new with exceptional performances from Aldis Hodge and Ryan Eggold. Some dialogue choices come off as corny, but it does not deter from a suspense-driven show that draws you in with the horror of a creative serial killer and an obsessive detective. The first two episodes can be harder to get through than most, but from then on, it is high gear full of risk and shifting power dynamics. It would have worked better without the stalker plot, but the rest makes up for it.

Dune: Prophecy delivers a lore-driven series filled with drama, twist and deaths that has the grandeur of Villeneuve’s masterpiece but serves as a great companion. Sometimes the tone can feel different from the movie but that is fine given the setting, yet it still feels very cemented in Herbert’s world. Movie and book fans will enjoy this look into the Bene Gesserit and a look into some interesting characters driven by captivating performances.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh is full of tired stereotypes that are reminiscent of early 2000s comedies and not in a fun way that seems outdated in the modern age. Had this show released a decade or two earlier then it would have fitted better, but it lacks enjoyment even with a talented cast and hijinks in the plot, it doesn’t seem to combine well due to bad writing.