What Is a Limited Series? Definition & Key Examples

Over the last decade, streaming has made the limited series the dominant prestige TV format, but most viewers cannot define what it actually is. A limited series is a self-contained, finite story told over a series of episodes that is designed to end within that single season. In this post, we’ll go more in depth on what is a limited series and how it differs from typical episodic TV shows. Using examples from acclaimed limited series, we’ll also touch on the fundamentals of writing for the limited series format. Continue reading What Is a Limited Series? Definition & Key Examples