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Other series under the AMC+ banner that people can look forward to in the new year are ALLBLK’sConspirators, a follow-up to the hit series Double Cross;the BBC continuingits heralded series withPlanet Earth: Asia, and the second season of the crime-dramaDarby and Joanis hitting Acorn TV. We highlight what is must-watch TV for January 2024 on AMC+ and its extended networks, along with a full schedule so you know when to tune in.
‘Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches’
Season 2 (AMC Original Series) — January 5
Mayfair Witcheshas already captured the interest and adoration of fans ofAnne Rice’s works and TV adaptations. Not only does the series offer a fascinating protagonist in Rowan Fielding, played to perfection by Alexandra Daddario, butthe first season offered the perfect blend of drama and psychological thrills. The first season also provided plenty of storylines to expand upon, whether struggling with coming to terms with supernatural powers or the consistent family turmoil built up through a long-lasting legacy. Still, the second season does have some ground to make.
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Fans will be looking forward to seeing how the character of Lasher develops, learning more about his origins and the type of power he truly wields. With this being the likely central point of the second season,those who adore the literary giant Anne Rice long for the series to stick closer to the source material for the second seasonwith more attention to character development and pacing to match the novels (one of the major complaints about the first). Still, the cast has been phenomenal, and the mix of drama and supernatural has proven to be a winning combination for many.The new season ofMayfair Witchespremieres January 5 on AMC and AMC+.
‘Sanctuary: A Witch’s Tale’
Season 2 (Sundance Now) — January 5
With a unique setting wherewitches have integrated into society, Season 1 ofSanctuary: A Witch’s Talehas already found a dedicated fanbase. Notably, the series has been praised for itsuse of mystery and fantasy tied into broader themes like discrimination and prejudice against women to give the movie relevant social commentary. Exploring broader issues under its unique premise has given the series an emotional depth that returning fans will jump right back into when the second season kicks off.
The second seasonfocuses on the changing landscape of characters like Sarah (Elaine Cassidy) and Harper (Hazel Doupe) as they navigate the new anti-witch legislation, which should push most of the drama in Season 2. Beyond that, viewers can expect much of the same that made the first seasons so enchanting and poignant.Season 2 ofSanctuary: A Witch’s Talepremiers January 5 on Sundance Now.
‘White Lies’
(Sundance Now) — January 16
Astandout murder mysteryfilled with twists and turns,White Liesfollows investigative journalist Edie Hansen (Natalie Dormer) as she navigates a case turned personal. After the death of her estranged brother in an affluent Bishopscourt neighborhood in Cape Town, Africa, Edie finds that her brother’s children have been pinned to their father’s murder. Yet,as Edie begins to dig deeper into the case, she finds a web of deceit cemented by the power and privilege of the upper class. Her continued push for justice makes her clash with veteran detective Forty Bell (Brendon Daniels).
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Those looking for a highly bingable crime thriller mini-series will be happy to know thatWhite Lieshas already been tried and tested, having won audiences over on South African TV before making its way to Sundance Now.Natalie Dormer ofGame of ThronesandThe Tudorsfame gives one of the best performances of her career as Edie Hansen. While the show is slightly cliché, don’t expect originality here; it is a wonderfully crafted mini-series worth checking out.White Lieswill be available for streaming on Sundance Now on January 16.
The full schedule for AMC+ and its extended network is for January 2025.
