From the new Star Wars show The Acolyte to the return of The Bear and House of the Dragon, and Jake Gyllenhaal in the courtroom thriller Presumed Innocent.

1. The Acolyte

The newest Star Wars live-action spinoff, The Acolyte, is set 100 years before the earliest movie prequels, at a time when Jedi are being murdered. Lee Jung-jae, the Emmy-winning lead of Squid Game, stars as Jedi master Sol, with Amandla Stenberg as his former student Mae. The cast includes Carrie-Ann Moss and Jodie Turner-Smith. Created by Leslye Headland, the series features martial arts and traditional lightsabers. Headland explores how the Jedi, once peace-loving guardians, became embroiled in politics and military presence. The Acolyte premieres on 4 June on Disney+ internationally.

2. Queenie

Candice Carty-Williams adapts her bestselling 2019 novel for this series, largely shot on location in South London. Dionne Brown stars as Queenie Jenkins, navigating life after a breakup. The series, characterized by Queenie’s brash personality and frequent voiceover narration, features singer-songwriter Bellah and Samuel Adewunmi. Carty-Williams explains that Queenie’s story is inherently political, unlike Bridget Jones. Queenie premieres on 4 June on Channel 4 in the UK and on 7 June on Hulu in the US.

3. Fantasmas

Julio Torres’ new absurdist series Fantasmas follows his character Julio on a surreal search for a lost gold earring. The series, featuring over 20 guest stars including Paul Dano, Steve Buscemi, and Emma Stone, showcases Torres’ phantasmagorical imagination. Fantasmas premieres on 7 June on HBO and Max in the US.

4. Becoming Karl Lagerfeld

Daniel Bruhl stars as Karl Lagerfeld in this sumptuous French-language series covering Lagerfeld’s early career from 1972 to 1981. The series explores Lagerfeld’s relationship with Jacques Bascher and his rivalry with Yves Saint Laurent. The show also features characters like Marlene Dietrich, Andy Warhol, and Paloma Picasso. Becoming Karl Lagerfeld premieres on 7 June on Disney+ in the UK and Hulu in the US.

5. Presumed Innocent

Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Rusty Sabich in this new adaptation of Scott Turow’s legal thriller. Sabich, a lawyer accused of murdering his former lover and colleague Carolyn Polhemus, faces suspicion from all sides. The series, shown by David E Kelley, promises to keep viewers engrossed with its unravelling story of innocence. Presumed Innocent premieres on 14 June on Apple TV+ internationally.

6. House of the Dragon

The second series of House of the Dragon continues the civil war for the Iron Throne between Rhaenyra and Alicent Hightower. The returning cast includes Matt Smith and Eve Best, with new members Gayle Rankin and Simon Russell Beale. Showrunner Ryan Condal promises major battles and intense intrigue. House of the Dragon series two premieres on 16 June on HBO and Max in the US and 17 June on Sky Atlantic in the UK.

7. Land of Women

Eva Longoria stars and produces this dramedy about a family fleeing to Spain due to her husband’s financial crimes. Longoria’s character Gala, her daughter Kate, and her mother Julia, played by Carmen Maura, navigate life in a gossipy wine town. The series is available in both English and Spanish. Land of Women premieres on 26 June on Apple TV+ internationally.

8. The Bear

In season three, chef Carmy reopens his upscale restaurant, The Bear, aiming for culinary excellence while facing familial and professional stress. The returning cast includes Ayo Edibiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. The series continues to deliver its unique blend of tension and enjoyment. The Bear series three premieres on 27 June on FX in the US and Disney+ in the UK.

9. My Lady Jane

My Lady Jane reimagines Lady Jane Grey’s story with a fantastical twist. Emily Bader stars as Jane, who becomes an action heroine in a tale full of contemporary dialogue and irreverent wit. The series features a stellar cast, including Dominic Cooper and Jim Broadbent. My Lady Jane premieres on 27 June on Amazon Prime.

10. Supacell

Rapman’s (Andrew Onwubolu) action sci-fi series Supacell follows ordinary black people in South London who develop extraordinary powers. The series, focused on love and supernatural elements, showcases kinetic action and heartfelt themes. Supacell premieres in June on Netflix internationally.