Ferry: The Series (2023)

Before “Undercover’s” Ferry Bouman became a notorious drug lord, he had to rise from obscurity by ascending the ranks of Brabant’s criminal underbelly.

My thoughts: I’m not usually a fan of sequels but the character of Ferry Bouman is an absolute delight.  Given another season or two at this level of quality, I’d prefer this series over the original.

4.5/5

Le Bureau (2015 – 2020) Season 1

A unique and captivating series about the “bureau des légendes”, the mythical powerhouse within the French Secret Service and its dare devil ghost agents.

My thoughts: Smart, intricately plotted espionage thriller that reveals the games nations play with the lives of their citizens.

4.5/5

Only Murders in the Building (2021 – ) Season 3

After Ben Glenroy’s collapse on stage, Charles, Oliver & Mabel piece together the show’s first days with a suspicious cast & crew to determine if foul play was involved.

My thoughts: Kind of loopy, kind of over=the-top, but loads of fun nevertheless.

4/5

After the Party (2023)

Penny loses everything when she accuses her husband of a sex crime against her daughter’s teenage friend and no-one believes her.

My thoughts: Somewhat slow-paced and heavy on the family drama in this dark, depressing, and affective character study.

3.5/5

The Afterparty (2022 – 2023) Season 1

After a high school reunion’s afterparty ends in a death, a detective grills the former classmates one by one, uncovering potential motives as each tells their version of the story – culminating in the shocking truth.

My thoughts: Fitfully funny whodunit with some creatively suspect choices (ie. the cartoon episode).  The detective work is presumptuous nonsense.

3/5