Top 10 miniseries of 2019: From 'Chernobyl' to 'Sharp Objects', these shows are sure to keep you glued to your screen
Miniseries have been taking over the television screen and the viewers are loving it! 2019 was another year where some of the best miniseries made their debut and gave the audience a reason to take time away from their busy schedules to binge-watch shows. In case you have been wondering what shows to watch before this year comes to an end, do not worry. We have got you covered! Here are the top 10 miniseries that you should watch and they are sure to keep you entertained.
1. Chernobyl
'Chernobyl' miniseries documents the Chernobyl disaster of April 1986. The show follows the plotline of what led to the disaster and the countless efforts by many people to ensure that the risks do not rise. Depicting the life of people after the disaster and the numerous allegations that were placed on different people at that time, the show takes the viewers through and allows them to be a fly on the wall 'as the disaster' unfolded.
2. When They See Us
'When They See Us' is based on events of the 1989 Central Park jogger case. The Jogger case was a criminal case based on the assault and rape of Trisha Meili, a 28-year-old white woman, who was attacked when she went for a jog. The event was extensively reported by the media. The show gives an insight into the lives of five male suspects who were prosecuted for the crime and how their families responded to the news.
3. Good Omens
The 'Good Omens' miniseries is based on the book of the same name. The show follows the lives of two best friends, the demon Crowley and the angel Aziraphale. The two enjoy their time on Earth but their fun is interrupted when they have to prevent the Antichrist and Armageddon from coming to the Earth and prepare themselves for the final battle between hell and heaven.
4. Unbelievable
'Unbelievable' follows the real-life story of Marie, a teenager who lied about being raped and was later charged and how two detectives who were appointed on the case had to go through various struggles to get to the bottom of the truth.
5. Sharp Objects
'Sharp Objects' is a psychological thriller that follows the plot of Crime reporter Camille Preaker who makes a return to her hometown after suffering from alcoholism and a recent discharge from a psychiatric hospital. She makes a return to solve the case of two young girls who were murdered. However, after arriving, she finds herself being critically scrutinized as she forces Camille to face her inner demons.
6. Escape at Dannemora
The town of Dannemora is the home of the Clinton Correctional Facility, a prison with maximum security. However, things start crumbling when two inmates, Richard Matt and David Sweat, get romantically involved with Tilly Mitchell, an employee at the prison. Their relationship makes Mitchell think of a way to get them out of jail.
7. Looking For Alaska
'Looking For Alaska' is a teen drama series that is based on the novel of the same name. The plot follows the lives of four friends at Culver Creek who are later joined by a transfer student whose aim is in search of his “great perhaps”. But his life changes when he meets another girl from his school whose life is not a perfect picture.
8. Too Old To Die Young
'Too Old To Die Young' follows the life of a policeman who grieves the loss of his partner. However, his life takes a different turn when he, along with the man who killed his partner, find themselves among the people who work for the underworld.
9. The Hot Zone
The show follows the story of Dr. Nancy Jaax who has the important and most dangerous task of handling deadly viruses. Her life takes an unusual turn when she is faced with a possible Ebola outbreak. Nancy, along with her lab partner Dr. Peter Jahrling, decides to take matters into her hands as she tries to stop the virus from spreading.
10. Fosse/Verdon
'Fosse/Verdon' is a biographical miniseries that follows the life and relationship of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Fosse was one of the world's most renowned choreographers and directors while Verdon was the best dancer of all time. When the two got together, they changed the way America looked at entertainment. The show explores their relationship and how it changed over the years.
