The anthology series has had a long history in television, which stems in part from the medium’s roots in radio. There’s something uniquely pleasurable about this particular form since it gives the audience a chance to get to know new characters from episode to episode or season to season. The very best anthology series strikes a balance between having each installment feel new and fresh while making sure they connect to the overall theme or ethos of the series. Fortunately, TV history has numerous examples of such anthology successes, from The Twilight Zone to American Horror Story.
