Summary
The perks of a series having just one single season are the entertaining (and short) plots and lack of cliffhangers. They are alsoideal for those who enjoy binge-watching. Among the best series onHuluare the Humanitas Prize winner,Black Cake, andNine Perfect Strangers, a mystery/thriller series, but there are many other great options for viewers to check out, too.
11.22.63stars James Franco as Jake Epping, a teacher who finds a portal to go back in time and has the opportunity to undo one of the biggest tragedies in history, the murder of President John F. Kennedy. Fans found the limited series to be engaging and well-spread across its eight episodes.
The miniseries received mixed reviews fromloyals Stephen King fans. Many viewers expressed dissatisfaction with the cast selection, such as James Franco’s lack of character depth, and the unpleasant ending. Still, it got a solid8.1/10 rating on IMDb, making it worth a watch.
Death And Other Detailsis a crime series set on a Mediterranean ship. The miniseries was released on Hulu at the beginning of 2024, and it’s 10 episodes long. The plot centers around Detective Rufus (played by Mandy Patinkin) and Imogene Scott (played by Violett Beane). They are on a mission to solve the mystery of who killed a passenger on board.
Everyone is a suspect until proven otherwise. Each passenger has their dark secrets and reasons for doing it. It’s a nice watch for those who are fans of the mystery genre and the “locked room” style.
The Other Black Girlis a miniseries adaptation ofZakiya Dalila Harris' novel. The 10-episode series takes viewers into the corporate life of Nella Rogers (played by Sinclair Daniel), the only black woman working as an editorial assistant. However, everything changes when another black girl is hired and joins the company.
The show covers challenging topics such as discrimination in the workplace. For this reason, it might be triggering for some viewers. While the miniseries stands alone, reading the novel first is suggested, as it will help viewers better comprehend certain parts of the show.
Under The Bridgeis a hard-to-watch true-crime show that tellsthe story of 14-year-old Reena Virk. She was a Canadian teenager who faced bullying from six girls. This true story captivated global attention and motivated the book by Rebecca Godfrey, the novel that inspired this series.
Viewers will see how violent teenagers can be while watching their lives play out and discovering the choices that led to the tragedy. The show is a must-watch for those interested in societal issues and exposing them. On top of that, it also earned a7.1/10 on IMDb’s rating.
Nine Perfect Strangersis a 2021television series based on the bestselling novelby Liane Moriarty. Starring Nicole Kidman, a spiritual guru whose mission is to heal tired bodies and heavy minds. She welcomes nine individuals from diverse backgrounds to her health retreat. Each guest is facing their own struggles—trauma, grief, or overall unhappiness with life.
The limited series has a great cast, including Melissa McCarthy and Luke Evans, giving potential viewers more than enough reason to add it to the watchlist.
Black Cakeis a Hulu Original inspired byCharmaine Wilkerson’s bestselling novel. The plot revolves around Eleanor Bennett, a Caribbean immigrant woman. She leaves behind an inheritance for her two children. However, it’s not the traditional inheritance; rather, it’s a voice recording and a traditional Caribbean black cake.
This will unravel stories of survival, betrayal, and some secrets that shaped their lives. Viewers loved the series and were disappointed when Hulu canceled the show after its first season. Still, it remains a must-watch that delivers messages of resilience and family values to those who give it a chance.
High Fidelitycenters around Rob (played by Zoe Kravitz), a local record shop owner in Brooklyn. Viewers will follow her through a devastating breakup and a journey self-discovery while she reflects on her last five heartbreaks.
The TV limited series is an adaptation of the Nick Hornby novel, and it mixes humor, relationships, loss, and music across ten episodes. Despite the high rating of86% on Rotten Tomatoes, the Hulu series got canceled after one season, but its first season still makes for a great watch.
Looking For Alaskais a teen drama centering on Miles “Pudge” Halter, a 16-year-old whomoves to a boarding schoolintending to find life’s purpose. He ends up befriending a group, including Alaska, a free-spirited girl.
However, after one night, a tragedy occurs and changes his life forever. Throughout eight episodes, themes of loss, love, and adolescence are portrayed. Many love the TV series, but some were left heartbroken by its finale.
