While shows like Longmire and The Mandalorian have popularized a modern take on the Western genre, classic Westerns still have a dedicated following. This list highlights the best Western series of the 21st century, from shows based on the lives of famous lawmen to compelling fictional stories, offering fans a return to the days of the American frontier.
According to FlixPatrol, the series Elementary, starring Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu, recently became the most popular show available for rent or purchase on the Apple TV Store worldwide on May 10th, though it fell to third place by the next day. Over the past week, Elementary has also appeared in the top ten lists of seven different countries, across platforms like Paramount+ and Prime Video – including Italy, where it ranked among the top ten on both streaming services.
NBCUniversal has announced that the Fast & Furious movie series will expand to television. Vin Diesel, a star and producer of the films, revealed plans for four different live-action TV shows to follow the movie franchise, which is slated to conclude with Fast 11.
Both Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson are famous for their long-running roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so the idea of them joining a DC project is understandably exciting. This is especially true for Sebastian Stan, who currently still plays Bucky Barnes in the MCU, making a move to DC a surprising development for fans.
The Rivals of Amziah King is a crime drama taking place in Oklahoma. It centers around Amziah, a beekeeper and honey farm owner, whose life is complicated when his long-lost foster daughter reappears. As he tries to rebuild their relationship, Amziah also has to protect his business from competitors who are trying to ruin him.
It’s not surprising that some fans of Alan Ritchson, who often see him in more adult comedies or action movies, might have missed Ordinary Angels. This PG-rated film appeals to a different audience. However, the movie, which has received positive reviews, connected with viewers thanks to its heartfelt story of hope and overcoming challenges. It also revealed a softer, more nuanced side to the actor, known for his tough-guy roles.
According to Deadline, the second season of Best Medicine will arrive in fall 2026 and continue to air on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. This season will have 14 episodes, up from 13 in the first season.
Fox has announced its plans for the 2026-27 TV season. While the revival of Baywatch won’t air in the fall of 2026, it’s scheduled to premiere in late January 2027. Several other shows, including new seasons of Memory of a Killer and Murder in a Small Town, and the new series The Interrogator, will also debut later in the season.
The Nazgûl are nine terrifying servants of Sauron. Originally mortal men, they were twisted into undead creatures by the rings he created. Though they exist largely as shadows, they can appear in the physical world, concealing their forms with dark clothing and depending on their riding beasts to navigate beyond the lands of Mordor.
According to FlixPatrol, viewership for The Pitt on HBO Max is starting to decline after being among the platform’s ten most-watched shows for over 250 days. The medical drama usually ranked at number one or two while new episodes of its second season were being released, but it has now dropped to number six. Though it’s still holding a spot on the Top Ten list, upcoming summer releases could threaten The Pitt‘s position as a leading show.