​​​​​​Miniseries, or limited series (essentially shows that are intentionally one season long), have become one of the most popular storytelling formats in recent years, all thanks to streaming platforms like Netflix. In an era when social platforms like TikTok entice us to consume media in a very rapid manner, our brains are way more susceptible to binge series that don’t require that much of our free time. There’s an overwhelming number of new movies and TV shows coming out every month, hence why we’re more likely to choose a limited series to watch next, to keep up with everything. It's a smaller, more convenient commitment.