Miniseries

usgb/ˈmɪnisɪriːz/
noun

A short television program that tells a complete story in a small number of episodes.

The miniseries about the World War II was very popular and won several awards.
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Limited Run

Miniseries have fewer episodes than regular TV shows, usually ending after one season.

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I just finished a miniseries in two nights since it only had five episodes.
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Narrative Depth

Miniseries often have intricate plots because they can tell a story more thoroughly than a movie.

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The miniseries delved deeply into the character's background over its six episodes.
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Cultural Events

Popular miniseries can become cultural phenomena, often remembered for their impact on society.

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That 1990s miniseries became a huge talking point and influenced fashion trends of the time.
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