Summer break is just around the corner and many new TV shows are coming along for the ride. As we head into a very well deserved summer, here are five binge-worthy shows set up for new seasons that you need to check out.
Outer Banks – Season 2 coming out July 30th (Netflix)
If you’ve read ‘The Outsiders’ by S.E. Hinton, then you know all about the rivalry between Greasers and Socs. ‘Outer Banks’ takes this idea to a whole new level with Pogues and Kooks, while putting an adventurous summer spin on it. The timing for season 2’s release date couldn’t be better, and as you wait for its arrival, you can spend time watching the first season on Netflix that follows the lives of a few friends in pursuit for a fortune in gold. Living on the edge never seemed better.
Stranger Things – Season 4 release date yet to be announced (Netflix)
The only thing that can match summer vibes is the vibes of the 80s. In another Netflix original series, a fearless group of friends navigate growing up while facing off against supernatural creatures. With a 4th season on the way, there is no shortage of content when it comes to this award winning sci-fi television series. In addition, Millie Bobby Brown, Noah Schnapp, and Finn Wolfhard headline an amazingly stacked cast.
Cobra Kai – Season 4 coming out Winter 2021 (Netflix)
Speaking of the 80s, Cobra Kai is based on the classic 1984 movie ‘The Karate Kid’. With big names returning to the iconic franchise, including Ralph Macchio and William Zabka, this action-packed show has everything a reboot needs. Familiar faces seek revenge, keeping you on the edge of your seat while perfectly engineered references add a touch of humour to this heart-racing series. This reboot is one that has maintained a unique storyline while still paying tribute to the original saga – a perfect balance guaranteeing its success with fans and securing a fourth season already in the makes.
Panic – Season 1 out now (Amazon Prime Video)
Based on the novel by Lauren Oliver, ‘Panic’ released their first season on Amazon Prime Video on May 28th, 2021. Similar to other series like ‘Outer Banks’, this show is easily bingeable, with the first season consisting of only ten episodes. The concept of a life-threatening game for teenagers may remind you of ‘The Hunger Games’, but rather than escaping an arena, characters are desperate to make it out of a small town in Texas. Although most of the cast consists of lesser known stars, they do have one main character played by the child of a famous star: Ray Nicholson, son of Jack Nicholson, who you may know from hit movies such as ‘The Shining’. Also, the song ‘Darkest Hour’ from the show ‘Panic’ was sung by Calgary’s own Tate McRae. There’s only one thing you need to keep in mind if choosing to watch this series – keep calm, and don’t panic.
A number of shows from the Marvel Universe, including WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and Loki – All now streaming (Disney+)
All three of the shows mentioned above are part of Marvel’s next game plan, which goes by the name ‘Phase Four’. A unique aspect of this phase is that it showcases underappreciated characters from the Marvel Universe by giving them their first-ever ‘solos’. For example, Black Widow, Loki, Hawkeye, Falcon, and Wanda/Vision are just some of the franchise’s integral heroes and villains that are making their debuts as individual leading characters. Many of these projects have been long-awaited, and after being delayed due to the pandemic, are finally premiering on Disney+.
