November TV preview: Muhammad Ali, Sam Bankman-Fried, and a return to Middle-earth
The sheer number of new and returning series arriving on our screens next month is both exciting and kind of daunting.
November brings a barrage of new and returning television series to delight fans. NBC's St. Denis Medical and The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins return for their third and second seasons respectively, both offering mockumentary humor rooted in distinct storylines. NBC's St. Denis Medical follows a healthcare comedy, while The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins tells the tale of a disgraced NFL star's comeback.
Prime Video presents The Greatest, an eight-part biodrama starring newcomer Jaalen Best as Muhammad Ali. The biographical series chronicles the iconic boxer's journey from his Olympic gold medal win to his victory over Sonny Liston in 1964, with a focus on Ali's life during the Jim Crow era in Louisville. Netflix continues its Inuk drama North Of North for a second season, following the titular mother's journey to self-discovery, career growth, and potential romantic entanglements.
The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power returns for a third season on Prime Video, jumping ahead in time and introducing the Nazgnagôl, precursors to the Black Riders. Apple TV presents the slick heist drama 12 12 12, featuring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan as cat-and-mouse criminals plotting and executing a historic bank job.
Peacock's The Good Daughter explores the fallout of a brutal crime on a family, showcasing the complexities of sisterhood and trauma recovery. Apple TV's 12 12 12 and Netflix's 12 12 12 share the same title but showcase different storylines. Finally, Netflix's The Altruists delves into the FTX crypto exchange scandal involving Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison, exploring their rise, fall, and personal relationship.
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