Yo soy Bea is a Spanish television comedy-drama series which aired on Telecinco from 10 July 2006 to 16 August 2009. The series is an adaptation of the popular Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea. Ruth Núñez played the title role of Beatriz "Bea" Pérez Pinzón and Alejandro Tous played Álvaro Aguilar, Bea's love interest. Yo soy Bea translates to "I am Bea"; it is a pun, with "Bea" sounding like bella, meaning pretty, and like fea, meaning ugly. The Spanish adaptation screened weekdays during the daytime and pulled in, on average, over four million viewers. The series' record is a 42,1% share. It was Spain's top rated daytime programme.
Billions is a drama series about the intense rivalry between a powerful US Attorney and a wealthy hedge fund manager, who engage in a cat-and-mouse game of high-stakes financial crime, abuse of power, blackmail, and manipulation. Set in New York City's financial district, the show explores themes of wealth, power, extreme wealth, and the complex dynamics of relationships, both personal and professional.
The Kids in the Hall is a surreal and irreverent sketch comedy show that features absurdism, self-reflexivity, and running gags. The members of the comedy troupe impersonate various characters, including police officers, secretaries, and gay bar patrons. They perform catchy musical numbers, engage in physical comedy, and deliver jokes that often push the boundaries of decency.
After their riches-to-rags journey, the wealthy Rose family is forced to rebuild their lives in Schitt's Creek, a small town they once bought as a joke. With their pampered lifestyle gone, they face the challenges of living in a motel, running a general store, and interacting with the eccentric local townsfolk. Through humor and heartwarming moments, they discover the true value of family and friendship.
Set in 1960s New York City, Mad Men follows the lives of advertising executives on Madison Avenue. The show explores themes of career success, identity, and personal relationships against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society.
The lives of the residents of the fictitious village of Lansing in Upper Bavaria.
Mot i brøstet (1993) follows the hilarious misadventures of two men who live together and constantly find themselves in absurd situations. From their incompetence to their constant bickering, their friendship is tested on a daily basis.
The Name of the Game (1968) is a TV show that follows the lives and careers of three protagonists - an investigative reporter, an editorial assistant, and a magazine publisher - working for a publishing company called Howard Publications. Set in the 1960s and 1970s, the show explores various storylines and parallel narratives, revolving around topics such as organized crime, politics, and business. With flamboyant characters and a focus on the war on crime, the show provides an in-depth look into the world of journalism, showcasing the challenges and triumphs faced by the protagonists.
Young & Hungry follows the story of Gabi Diamond, a young chef who becomes the personal chef for a tech entrepreneur named Josh Kaminski. As Gabi navigates her new job, she also becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle.
Louis de Pointe du Lac, a vampire living in Dubai in 2022, recounts his life to journalist Daniel Molloy. Starting in early 20th-century New Orleans, Louis tells of his relationship with Lestat du Lioncourt and their vampire family. They face the challenges of immortality as their story unfolds in New Orleans and beyond. As the interview progresses, Molloy uncovers the hidden truths of Louis' narrative.
The Jeffersons is a sitcom comedy that follows an African-American family's journey of social mobility after moving into a luxury Manhattan apartment building. The show explores various aspects of their lives, including interracial relationships, family dynamics, and the challenges they face in their new environment.
Unauthorized Living follows the story of a powerful crime boss who is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. As he tries to manage his criminal empire, he also faces various family conflicts and drama. With the threat of rival gangs and the betrayal of his own family members, the crime boss must navigate a complicated world of organized crime while battling the effects of his deteriorating mental health.
In disguise as her friend, Ha-ri shows up to a blind date to scare him away. But plans go awry when he turns out to be her CEO - and makes a proposal.
Succession follows the lives of the Roy family, who are the owners of a global media empire. As the aging patriarch's health declines, a power struggle ensues between his four adult children, all vying for control of the company. The series explores themes of wealth, betrayal, family dynamics, and the dark side of the business world.
Minder is a British comedy-drama television series about the London criminal underworld. Terry McCann is an ex-convict and Arthur Daley is a small-time crook who runs a car sales business. Their love-hate relationship forms the basis of the show as they get into various exploits and schemes.
Centered around typical Japanese food, a solitary salesman travelling through the country for business purposes, eats at its various establishments and experiences the various delicacies of Japanese cuisine.
Zheng Shu Yi, a reporter who excels at her job and is determined to land a front-page story, has tried very hard to earn an exclusive interview with top financial executive Shi Yan. Their love story then blossoms due to a mistake. Zheng Shu Yi has written numerous reports through her in-depth research of various industries while Shi Yan is constantly looking for socially responsible start-ups to invest in as he hopes to give back to society as much as he can. Shi Yan finds that Zheng Shu Yi's opinions conveyed through her reports coincide with his own, so he agrees to let her write a series of reports on their company. The two eventually open up new opportunities in their career and also find love.
The Naked Director is a TV show based on the true story of a Japanese director in the 1980s and 1990s. It showcases his journey of ambition, business struggles, and personal life, including his relationships with unfaithful wives and involvement with the Yakuza. The show also explores the taboo world of pornography and its impact on the director's career.
Happy Valley follows Catherine Cawood, a strong-willed police sergeant in Yorkshire who seeks justice for her daughter's rape and battles her own personal demons.