All articles tagged with #action series
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Tom's Guide
The reviewer watched the first three episodes of Prime Video's 'Countdown' and found it to be a generic, uninspiring police procedural that fails to deliver the thrills it promises, leading to a lack of interest in continuing the series.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
Netflix's live-action adaptation of the manga series Yu Yu Hakusho successfully blends different genres and tones, despite its limited episode count. The series follows the journey of Yusuke Urameshi, a high school delinquent turned Spirit Detective, as he investigates supernatural crimes. While the show rushes through some emotional moments and world-building, it effectively captures the protagonist's sense of isolation and his reliance on fighting as an outlet. The action sequences are well-choreographed, and the exploration of personal mood and the consequences of constant conflict adds depth to the characters. Although the adaptation falls short in certain aspects, it serves as a gateway for newcomers to explore the more complex manga and anime versions of the story.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Amazon's Prime Video has renewed the action series "Reacher" for a third season, ahead of the Season 2 premiere on December 15. The show is based on Lee Child's Jack Reacher novel series and follows military police investigator Jack Reacher as he investigates the mysterious and brutal murders of his former U.S. Army unit. The second season will consist of eight episodes, with new episodes releasing weekly until January 19, 2024. Alan Ritchson stars as Jack Reacher and will also serve as an executive producer starting from Season 3.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge
Netflix's new action series, Black Knight, is a postapocalyptic story set 40 years after a comet collided with the Earth, turning the Korean peninsula into a desert. The story follows the couriers who deliver food and oxygen to people's homes, risking their lives for the good of society. The show presents a distinct take on our climate change-fueled future, with a mix of Mad Max and Death Stranding. While it gets off track at times, Black Knight is a blast to watch with great action and a strong cast of characters.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GameSpot
Netflix has released the official trailer for FUBAR, a new action series starring Arnold Schwarzenegger in his first regular TV appearance since his time as Governor of California. The series is inspired by his 1994 hit film True Lies and features an ensemble cast including Monica Barbaro. FUBAR is set to start streaming on Netflix on May 25.