This spring, the small screen is ready to blossom once again.

As the season shifts into full swing, a wave of fresh and returning series is set to take over weekly watchlists. From fan-favorite stories making their comeback to bold new titles carving out their place, this lineup offers plenty to keep audiences hooked.

Read on for the Daily Bruin’s standout springtime selections.

“The Testaments” (Hulu)

“The Testaments” is here to show there’s more to the story.

The first three episodes of the drama series premiered April 8 on Hulu, where installments will continue to drop weekly through May 27. “The Testaments” is based on Margaret Atwood’s 2019 novel of the same name, a sequel to her world-famous dystopian story, “The Handmaid’s Tale.” For eight years, the latter’s television adaptation hooked audiences with its terrifying depiction of the oppressive Gilead regime, earning 15 Emmy awards and 77 nominations. One year after its series finale, a follow-up has arrived to spotlight a new generation of women.

“The Testaments” stars “One Battle After Another” breakout actress Chase Infiniti as Agnes MacKenzie, a teen in a Gilead preparatory school for future wives of arranged marriages. She eventually meets Daisy (Lucy Halliday), a fellow student from Canada with the potential to destroy their patriarchal world. In addition to these new characters, Emmy-winning actress Ann Dowd reprises her role as Aunt Lydia, who runs the strict academy but questions its system.

If “The Testaments” is anything like its predecessor, it is sure to be the show to watch this spring.

– Victoria Munck

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“Euphoria” (HBO Max)

The euphoric anticipation for one of contemporary television’s most popular shows has finally ended.

The third season of the hit show “Euphoria” made a splash with its first episode unleashed April 12 on HBO and HBO Max, with seven more episodes set to be released weekly every Sunday through May 31. Creator Sam Levinson is rumored to have ideas for a fourth season, but the third installment of the drama series is expected to be the last – for now. Notably, lead actress Zendaya collected two Primetime Emmy Awards for her performance as Rue Bennett in the first two seasons and the second season was nominated for Outstanding Drama Series.

In addition to Zendaya returning as Bennett, other stars returning from previous seasons are Sydney Sweeney as Cassie Howard and Jacob Elordi as Nate Jacobs. Each member of this trio has starred in several blockbuster films in the four years since “Euphoria” last debuted fresh content on the screen. No longer are their characters in high school, but instead adjusting to young adulthood after a five-year jump in the story. A variety of guest actors are also lined up to join the proceedings, including Rosalía, Marshawn Lynch, Danielle Deadwyler and Sharon Stone.

As “Euphoria” moves in a new direction, viewers are sure to keep watching this spring.

– Reid Sperisen

“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” (Apple TV)

Apple TV’s new protagonist refuses to be short-changed in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”.

Struggling to make ends meet as a new single mother and recent college dropout, Margo, played by Elle Fanning, enters the online arena of OnlyFans while employing career advice from her estranged father, former pro-wrestler Jinx Millet (Nick Offerman). As an aspiring writer thrown from the stability of academia, Margo learns to navigate success in her new career, forging a distinct understanding of identity as she learns to balance the nuances of online sex work.

Based on the 2024 novel by Rufi Thorpe, Margo’s journey is eccentric and intimate. Nicole Kidman, Offerman and Michelle Pfeiffer support Fanning’s layered performance, the unique cast of characters each grappling with conflicts of their own. Themes of family, identity and independence take center stage as executive producer David E. Kelley interweaves comedy with sharp social commentary. The first three episodes are freshly available on Apple TV, with five remaining episodes to be released weekly on Wednesdays.

Intricately fusing wit, raunch and emotion, “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” allows viewers to cash in on a uniquely insightful viewing experience.

– Aubrey Wong

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“Lanterns” (HBO Max)

“Lanterns” will be lighting up TV screens this August.

Starring Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, the adaptation of DC’s “Green Lantern” comic book series will debut on HBO Max. The series will follow Hal Jordan (Chandler) and John Stewart (Pierre) as intergalactic cops investigating the dark forces behind a mysterious death. Set in a small town in Nebraska, Jordan and Stewart navigate obstacles both mundane and supernatural as they deal with local cops and adjust to their newfound partnership.

Because of the small-town setting and detective drama tone, “Lanterns” has faced criticism for straying too far from the superhero source material. DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn responded to fans’ criticism and argued that the muted visuals and lack of supernatural elements were intentional creative choices by the producers to make the show feel more grounded. The showrunner, Chris Mundy, is known for his work on crime dramas, such as “True Detective: Night Country” and “Ozark”. Additionally, writer Damon Lindelof developed “Watchmen,” a superhero drama that focused on politics as much as powers.

Under Mundy and Lindelof’s creative direction, “Lanterns” appears to be trading capes for trench coats this spring.

– Julia Kinion