Many of your favorite shows are probably on mid-season breaks, but there are a number of great shows that take place in those winter and summer gaps. In fact, some of TV’s best kept secrets air in those cold winter months when many people attach themselves to streaming services.
If you’re looking for something new to watch, we’ve got you covered. There are some awesome series and season premieres in the first week of January, and they all look like a great way to spend an evening.
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Confused on where to start? Click through the slideshow to check out some new shows that we think you should check out this week.
Jan 2 – Beyond Series Premiere
Freeform has been building hype towards the release of its latest series, Beyond, and it looks like the show could become one of the network’s biggest hits.
If you’re into sci-fi, this series premeire is a must-see.
Beyond is about Holden (Burkely Duffield), a young man who wakes up from a coma after 12 years and discovers new abilities that propel him into the middle of a dangerous conspiracy.
Jan 3 – Bones Final Season Premiere
For the last 11 years, Bones has been a staple in the procedural genre. While it’s sad for the show to be entering its final season, you’ve got to respect a program that can run for that long.
Well done, Bones.
Forensic anthropologist, Dr. Temperance “Bones” Brennan, and cocky FBI special agent Seeley Booth build a team to investigate murders – and quite often, there isn’t more to examine than rotten flesh or mere bones.
Jan 4 – It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia Season 12 Premiere
If you’re into incrediby dry humor, and you’ve got a stomach for the raunchy side, you’ve got to watch It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia.
While the new episode will begin the show’s 12th season, each episode sort of stands alone. You can jump in and enoy the new season just the same.
Four young friends with big egos and slightly arrogant attitudes are the proprietors of an Irish bar in Philadelphia.
Jan 6 – Emerald City Series Premiere
There have been plenty of wild takes on the Wizard Of Oz over the years, but Emerald City looks to be one of the most intriguing.
If you’re in the mood for adventure, this new show is definitely for you.
While looking for her mother, Dorothy Gale is swept up in a tornado and lands in a mystical world where the powerful ruler of a kingdom faces the wrath of witches and a mythical force.
Jan 6 – Grimm Final Season Premiere
Grimm has been one of TV’s best horror/drama series’ to date. The show has enjoyed an incredible run on NBC, but this season will sadly be its last.
A homicide detective discovers he is a descendant of hunters who fight supernatural forces.
Check back next week to see what other shows will be coming your way later in January!
