Top New TV Shows Premiering This Week on Netflix, Prime Video, and More
May continues to bloom with new shows premiering this week on Netflix, Prime Video, and other streaming services, as well as broadcast and cable TV. This week’s new TV lineup is led by the highly anticipated release of “Bridgerton” season 3 part 1, which delves into the courtship between Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington. Also returning are “Outer Range” season 2 and “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” season 9. Here’s a guide to the top new TV shows to check out this week.
‘Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal’ (Netflix)
This three-episode docuseries chronicles the rise, fall, and rebirth of the infamous dating site Ashley Madison, which enticed users to have adulterous affairs. Director Toby Paton explores how the website became popular during the early 2000s dot-com boom and the scandal that ensued after a hack leaked private data. Premieres Wednesday, May 15 on Netflix.
‘Outer Range’ season 2 (Prime Video)
Amazon’s supernatural drama “Outer Range” returns to deepen the mystery of the enigmatic void on the Abbott family ranch in Wyoming. With threats coming from multiple fronts, the stakes are higher than ever for the Abbotts. Premieres Thursday, May 16 on Prime Video.
‘Bridgerton’ season 3 part 1 (Netflix)
More scandal and romance await in London’s aristocratic society as Lady Whistledown continues to chronicle the lives of the elite. Season 3 focuses on Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington’s tumultuous relationship. Premieres Thursday, May 16 on Netflix.
‘The Big Cigar’ (Apple TV Plus)
Based on journalist Joshuah Bearman’s work, this biographical thriller miniseries tells the true story of Black Panther founder Huey P. Newton attempting to escape the FBI with the help of movie producer Bert Schneider. Premieres Friday, May 17 on Apple TV Plus.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ season 9 (Paramount Plus)
Fan-favorite queens from previous seasons return to compete for charity in the latest installment of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.” The winner will donate $200,000 to an organization of their choice. Premieres Friday, May 17 on Paramount Plus.
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