The “perfect guilty pleasure” watch: 5 gripping shows coming to ITVX, Prime Video and more this week

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With the colder months here, there’s no better time to relax and watch something great. Skip the endless channel surfing – we’ve put together a list of the best shows and movies coming out over the next few days.

Ella Purnell is back for a second season of her critically acclaimed post-apocalyptic series, and the trailer suggests it will be another exciting, fast-paced, and darkly humorous ride.

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Okay, so this week looks fun! I’m definitely excited about a new mystery drama coming to ITVX, and honestly? I can’t wait to dive back into Emily in Paris with season five on Netflix. There’s a bunch of other good stuff coming out too, so keep reading to see what else you might enjoy!

Fallout season 2

Get ready to return to the dangerous and thrilling world of Fallout! The popular post-apocalyptic series is back for a second season.

After the shocking events of the first season’s finale, Ghoul (Walton Goggins) and Lucy (Ella Purnell) will journey through the dangerous Mojave Wasteland towards New Vegas. They’re searching for Lucy’s father, hoping to bring him to justice.

Expect new horrors, propulsive action and creatures of the most unnatural kind.

Fallout season 2 is available to watch from Wednesday 17 December on Prime Video.

Amadeus

Will Sharpe, known for ‘Too Much’, stars with Paul Bettany (‘WandaVision’) and Gabrielle Creevy (‘Black Doves’) in this five-episode series about the life of Wolfgang ‘Amadeus’ Mozart (played by Sharpe).

Joe Barton and Julian Farino, the creators of this series, have reimagined the story of the famous composer, drawing inspiration from Peter Shaffer’s celebrated play.

Bettany plays Antonio Salieri, a composer filled with envy, so expect a lot of dramatic tension and conflict between characters.

Amadeus is available to watch from Sunday 21 December on Sky and streaming service NOW.

Emily in Paris season 5

As fans know, Emily has left Paris and is now in Rome, taking on a leadership role at Agence Grateau. Even in a new city, she’s still navigating the ups and downs of her career and relationships as she adjusts to life in Italy.

Just when things are finally looking up for Emily, a mistake at work and a new heartbreak threaten to derail her progress and happiness.

From big secrets to conflicts, does Emily have what it takes to cut it in Rome?

Emily in Paris season 5 is available to watch from Thursday 18 December on Netflix.

The Family Next Door

Based on Sally Hepworth’s novel, The Family Next Door is a six-episode mystery. When new resident Isabelle (Teresa Palmer) arrives in the seemingly perfect coastal town of Pleasant Court, she begins to uncover a decades-old secret, leading to a web of suspicion.

Isabelle becomes fixated on her neighbors and begins investigating four families. However, her snooping only creates problems and quickly leads to suspicion and distrust among them.

Fans on IMDb are calling the Australian ABC series, which premiered in August, a captivating and thrilling show that unfolds gradually, making it highly addictive.

The Family Door is available to watch from Sunday 21 December on ITVX.

Younger

Sex and the City creator Darren Star’s seven-season comedy has found a new home on Netflix.

The TV show Younger is essentially about avoiding reality. It follows Liza Miller, a woman in her 40s who’s recently divorced and pretends to be 26 to get back into the publishing world and start over with her career.

Many viewers call this series a delightful indulgence, and it concluded in 2021. The cast includes Hilary Duff and Phoebe Dynevor.

Younger is available to watch from Monday 15 December on Netflix.

Enjoy the holidays with the Good Housekeeping Christmas TV Guide! It’s packed with 14 days of listings to help you plan your festive viewing, and it’s available now for just £4.75 at Morrisons, TG Jones, and other magazine shops.

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