By C. Perera, JadeTimes News
Natalie Portman's smallscreen debut to the violent Ancient Roman epic "Those About to Die" and a reboot of the cult 1980s film "Time Bandits," this July's TV lineup offers a range of exciting shows.
1. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
Emma Myers, known for her role as Enid in Netflix's "Wednesday," stars as a determined student sleuth, Pip Fitz Amobi, in this adaptation of Holly Jackson's YA novel. She seeks the truth behind a murder suicide from five years ago, with Dolly Wells directing.
2. Sunny
Rashida Jones stars and executive produces this series about Suzie Sakamoto, an American in Japan who, after losing her husband and son in a plane crash, is given a robot companion by her husband's tech company. As strange events unfold, Suzie and the robot Sunny investigate the mysterious crash. "Sunny" premieres on July 10 on Apple TV+ internationally.
3. Sausage Party Foodtopia
The animated adult comedy "Sausage Party" returns as a TV series with many original voice actors, including Seth Rogen and Kristen Wiig. The show continues the food items' adventures as they aim to build a utopia. Premiering on July 11 on Prime Video internationally, it promises humor and irreverence.
4. The Emperor of Ocean Park
Forest Whitaker stars in this adaptation of Stephen L Carter's novel, portraying Judge Oliver Garland whose suspicious death leads his children to uncover family secrets. The legal thriller, set in Chicago, debuts on July 14 on MGM+ in the US.
5.Time Bandits
Lisa Kudrow leads this family friendly series based on Terry Gilliam's 1981 film about time traveling robbers. Created by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, the show features historical adventures and premieres on July 14 on Apple TV+ internationally.
6. Those About to Die
Anthony Hopkins stars as Emperor Vespasian in this Roman epic directed by Roland Emmerich. The series, featuring gladiatorial combat and political intrigue, premieres on July 18 on Peacock in the US and July 19 on Prime Video in the UK.
7. Lady in the Lake
Natalie Portman makes her TV debut as Maddie Schwartz, a 1960s Baltimore housewife turned journalist investigating a murder. Co starring Moses Ingram, the series explores themes of feminism and identity. It premieres on July 19 on Apple TV+ internationally.
8. The Decameron
This dark comedy, loosely based on Boccaccio's 14th century work, is set in Florence during a pandemic. The show, featuring Tony Hale and Zosia Mamet, blends class conflict with humor and scheming. It premieres on July 25 on Netflix internationally.
9. Women in Blue
Inspired by true events, this Spanish language drama follows the first women to join Mexico City's police force in the 1970s. Facing dismissive male colleagues, they band together to solve crimes. The series premieres on July 31 on Apple TV+ internationally.
