This week brings another intriguing batch of our Channel Surfing TV picks. A resistance builds against a corrupt ruler in the second season of Daredevil: Born Again. A struggling actor receives an opportunity of a lifetime in Bait. Then, a wedding is anything but happy in Something Very Bad is Going To Happen.
Rise of the Resistance
At the end of Daredevil: Born Again’s first season, Mayor Fisk used the declaration of martial law to strengthen his grip over New York City. In the process, he locked up vigilantes and any of his critics.
Fortunately, Matt Murdock/Daredevil evaded arrest. In the new season, he mobilizes his allies as he strikes in the shadows against the current regime. He hopes to resist, rebel, and eventually rebuild in the aftermath.
The Daredevil: Born Again season two premiere releases Tuesday, March 24, on Disney+.
Bond, James Bond
Shah Latif is a struggling actor waiting for a breakout role. His chance to make it big arrives when he auditions for the iconic James Bond. His entire life is turned upside down due to the increased scrutiny as everyone has an opinion whether Latif is the right person to fill those shoes.
Bait is created by Riz Ahmed who also stars in the leading role. It also stars Guz Khan, Sheeba Chaddha, Sajid Hasan, Aasiya Shah, Weruche Opia, and Ritu Arya. Ahmed, Allie Moore, Jake Fuller, and Ben Karlin serve as executive producers.
Stream the first season of Bait beginning Wednesday, March 25, on Prime Video.
Cold Feet
Matt and Russ Duffer made a name for themselves with Stranger Things. The popular series ended recently after five seasons. The Duffer Brothers are ready for their next project with the horror miniseries Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen.
The story follows an engaged couple in the week leading up to their wedding ceremony that is held at the groom’s secluded family vacation home. The bride’s unsettling feelings combined with a series of weird events and unwelcome surprises causes her to rethink if she will receive her happily ever after.
Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen premieres Thursday, March 26, on Netflix.
