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These five picks span current-affairs reporting, documentary series and scripted drama. Choose Four Corners: Retribution for reporting on U.S. politics, Lady in the Lake for a Baltimore-set noir mystery, Omnivore for food and culture, Mafia Spies for CIA–Mafia history, or Those About to Die for spectacle and political intrigue in ancient Rome.
Choose by subject and format
| Title | Subject and format | Tone | Official listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Corners: Retribution (Parts 1 and 2) | Current-affairs reporting on U.S. politics | Investigative | ABC iview |
| Lady in the Lake | Scripted mystery set in 1966 Baltimore | Noir, character-led | Apple TV+ |
| Omnivore | Documentary series about food ingredients and their cultural influence | Explanatory, global | Apple TV+ |
| Mafia Spies | Docuseries about a CIA and American Mafia conspiracy targeting Fidel Castro | Historical crime and intelligence | Paramount+ |
| Those About to Die | Scripted drama of gladiatorial spectacles, politics and dynasties in ancient Rome | Action drama | Peacock |
What each pick offers
Four Corners: Retribution: reporting on U.S. politics
ABC iview lists two installments in the 2024 season. Part 1, “The Battle For Democracy,” examines Donald Trump’s first presidency and his plan for a second term through interviews with White House insiders. Part 2, “The Battlegrounds,” turns to immigration and other divisions in the United States. The listed runtimes are 56 minutes for Part 1 and 54 minutes for Part 2. See the ABC iview season listing.
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Lady in the Lake: a scripted Baltimore mystery
Apple TV dates the series to July 19, 2024. Set in Baltimore in 1966, it follows Maddie Schwartz, played by Natalie Portman, as she pursues a career in investigative journalism, and Cleo Johnson, played by Moses Ingram, whose life intersects with Maddie’s investigation into Cleo’s death. Read Apple TV’s series information.
Omnivore: food as a lens on culture
This documentary series, also dated July 19, 2024 by Apple TV, is narrated by chef René Redzepi. It explores ingredients and how they shape societies and culture, with examples including salt in Peru, coffee in Rwanda and tuna off Spain. Read Apple TV’s series information.
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Paramount+ lists this one-season, 2024 docuseries about a CIA and American Mafia conspiracy to assassinate Fidel Castro. Its account draws on recently declassified material and includes figures such as mob fixer Johnny Roselli and Sam Giancana. Check Paramount+’s listing.
Those About to Die: Roman spectacle and power
Peacock lists one season of this scripted drama, set amid ancient Rome’s gladiatorial spectacles, political maneuvering and dynasties. Its episode descriptions follow characters including Tenax, Domitian and Titus, as well as the city’s racing factions. See Peacock’s listing.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Where to watch
The official listings associate Four Corners: Retribution with ABC iview; Lady in the Lake and Omnivore with Apple TV+; Mafia Spies with Paramount+; and Those About to Die with Peacock. These are not guarantees of availability in every country: streaming catalogs and geographic access can change. Check the service’s local catalog before planning to watch.
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