10 TV Shows The marie claire Team Couldn’t Stop Talking About In 2024

“As soon as I finished Nobody Wants This, I started it again. I came for Adam Brody but returned for the brilliance of Kristen Bell and Justine Lupe as sisters and podcast hosts. Also knowing the second time round that on-screen enemies Kristen and Jackie Tohn are real-life best friends added to how funny it was. I recommend doing a deep dive on their friendship via Jackie’s Instagram.” – Alexandra English, Features Editor

“After falling in love with the Trent Dalton book back in the day, I swallowed up this awesome series when it came out in January 2024. I loved everything about it – from the stellar cast to the thongs-and-shorts clad crims of Brissie suburbia, to the thumping AusRock soundtrack. Equal parts crime-thriller and family-drama, the seven episodes pulse with enough action, wit and warmth to propel you through a binge-fest. The glorious scenes between Phoebe Tonkin as the drug addicted mum and her adorable son (played by the infectiously optimistic Felix  Cameron) will have you reaching for a big group hug. I’m ready to fall in love again. ”  – Melissa Gaudron, Deputy Editor

“The new Netflix version of The Talented Mr Ripley is visually stunning, incredibly stylish, and more sublimely sinister than the Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law and Matt Damon OG. As a fashion obsessive, I adored Dakota’s understated wardrobe: cool loafers, cropped pants, a checked shirt and the perfect dress with flats. It’s lowkey and less glam than Gwyneth’s  Marge Sherwood, but the details are perfection and her scenes look like a black-and-white Peter Lindbergh fashion shoot. For beautiful visuals that transport you to the Italian coast, this series is a great summer escape and Scott’s turn as the creepy, sad Tom Ripley is not to be missed.” – Naomi Smith, Fashion Director

“I watched season two twice. Yes, it was that good. The Australian comedy follows the lives of Ashley and Gordon – played by Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall – who meet after Ashley flashes a boob at Gordon while he’s driving, causing him to accidentally hit a dog. The chemistry between the two feels genuine (likely because it is – they’re a couple IRL), and the characters are hilariously flawed, messy, and relatable.

Think cringe-worthy humour with real emotional depth. Plus, Celeste Barber is in season two and as usual, she’s totally hilarious. I’ll likely watch it for a third time over the summer.” – Georgie McCourt, Editor

As a teen, the Menendez case – where brothers Lyle and Eric slaughtered their parents with high-powered shotguns in their swanky Beverley Hills mansion – dominated headlines for years. I was obsessed, devouring every newspaper article ever filed – no internet back then, folks – but I never knew the true depravity these boys endured before watching Ryan Murphy’s docu-drama. In true RM style, he doesn’t shy away from the gruesome details of the day (I’m still recovering from seeing Chloe Sevigny’s hand blown off), but the high-class acting by Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez saves this 10-parter from descending into trite splatter-film territory. It’s touching, tragic, intriguing and gripping, and the nightmare continues to this day  with Eric and Lyle still behind bars. I’m with Kim Kardashian and the Justice for Erik & Lyle organisation: it’s time to free those boys and acknowledge the true impact of child sexual abuse.” – Nicky Briger, General Manager of Luxury

“I landed on My Lady Jane after exhausting my usual reality go-tos (must have been a lull in Real Housewives content) as a nice little background drama to have on while I doomscrolled over dinner – so I had ZERO expectations. To say I was pleasantly surprised is an understatement, as I ended up bingeing five episodes in one night! Having not read the associated novels but loving anything and everything to do with Tudors/historical drama, it had me hooked from the first ten minutes. The story of Lady Jane Grey has everything a fantasy lover wants. There’s a deliciously tension-filled enemies-to-lovers plotline, sexy shapeshifters, great banter, plenty of intrigue and a seriously impressive cast. Escapism at its finest – and most fun. 10/10: will watch again (and again).” – Kate Hassett, Digital Content Producer 

“Nobody is doing scream-at-your-screen, text-your-friends-to-discuss, fall-down-a-theory-rabbit-hole-on-Tiktok television quite like Tell Me Lies. It’s not often a sophomore season trumps its debut, but this 2000s-set drama truly outdid itself. Centred on a toxic relationship and the couple’s wider University friendship group, there’s steamy romance, shock twists, and plenty of lies. I’ve put many friends onto this show and I’m yet to get a negative review back–no matter their typical taste in TV.” – Maddison Hockey, Digital Editor 

“Don’t be deceived by the restrained British dialogue or the dim interiors, this clever spy series brings the drama, and will keep you in suspense. The comedic timing is clever but understated, like only the English can pull off, and by Ep 3 you really start to root for the straggly bunch of Mi5 ‘rejects’ who call themselves the Slow Horses. Also, Kristin Scott Thomas’ boss-bitch outfits are really a thing to behold.” – Alison Izzo, Head of Digital

“Richard Gadd’s (alleged) autobiographical masterpiece Baby Reindeer was one of the my favourite shows this year. It’s raw, brutal, emotional unfolding left everyone who watched it reeling and anticipating the next episode to see where on earth it could lead to! The central characters played by Gadd, Jessica Gunning as Martha and Nava Mau were outstanding in bringing the story to light. It won’t be the last we see of them I’m sure as they all won a multitude of nominations and awards during awards season. I won’t give too much away but if you haven’t watched it, take the time to watch a true moment of television fabulousness!” – Juanita Field, Creative Director 

“Greek myths have stayed with us for thousands of years, and for good reason – their plots are gut-bustingly brilliant: love, death, gods, mortals, sex, tragedy and betrayal – always steaming piles of betrayal. Netflix’s Kaos is a new take on the daily travails of all things Olympian, and sees a wildly wealthy Zeus – brilliantly played by Jeff Goldblum, rocking  velour tracksuits and athleisurewear, with a touch of toga thrown in – grow increasingly paranoid as he tries to run everybody’s lives (well, he is king of the gods). But it’s just not going his way.

The cast features all your faves: Hera, Poseidon and Eurydice (“Riddy”) among them, plus Promethius, whom Zeus frequently calls in for advice before sending him back to the rock where he is eternally chained to allow an eagle to peck out his liver daily (it grows back every night, as you’ll recall if you were paying attention in primary school, but maybe they don’t teach kids that nowadays. Pity).

Kaos is great fun – Orpheus the musician ditches his lyre and instead plays stadium gigs. It’s also fast, fantastically styled (Medusa’s snake hairstyle!) and visually sparkling. It’s like classic scholars discovering punk rock.  Do yourself a favour.” – Daniel Moore, Copy Director