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If you love shows that feel like short, perfectly wrapped novels, that is, all high stakes, complicated people, and big emotions without the endless seasons, FX is basically your streaming soulmate.
FX and its “FX on Hulu” arm have become a staple for compact, smart dramas: gorgeously made, well-acted, and designed to say something about power, fame, or human messiness before the credits roll for good.
These miniseries give you punchy story arcs, memorable performances, and enough depth to argue about afterward...
This list picks ten of the best FX miniseries that deliver prestige-level storytelling in tidy doses. We’ve aimed for variety - true crime, historical sagas, off-kilter sci-fi, showbiz tragedies, and crime epics; so you can pick as per the mood you’re in.
Each entry explains why the show works, what to expect, and the kind of viewer who’ll enjoy it. Expect big acting, sharp writing, and a clear finish line; the kind of shows you can watch over a weekend and still think about for weeks. Let's dive in!
10 best FX miniseries to stream right now for prestige drama fans
1) The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story
This is prestige courtroom drama as cultural mirror. The FX show examines media circus, race, celebrity, and the justice system, all while keeping the human stories front and center. It’s gripping even if you know the headlines because it’s not just about the verdict; it’s about how a country watches itself.
Expect sharp dialogue, unforgettable character moments, and a tone that alternates between bitter and strange. Great for viewers who like legal shows with sociology baked right in.
2) A Teacher
A high school teacher and one of her students cross a line that changes everything. At first, it’s quiet, almost ordinary...but the tension builds with each scene. Kate Mara plays it with a mix of warmth and something that feels off, and Nick Robinson shows how messy and confusing it is from the other side.
The show doesn’t rush...it lets the damage sink in, and by the end, it’s less about what happened and more about what’s left behind. It really leaves a sense that nothing will be the same again.
3) The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story
This one’s glossy on the outside, messy underneath - kind of like the world it’s showing you. Sure, there’s high fashion and gorgeous mansions, but every scene has this slow, creeping sadness behind it. It moves back in time, filling in little pieces until the bigger, darker picture starts to make sense.
The killer isn’t just a villain here; the show digs into what shaped him, without letting him off the hook. By the finale, it’s less “true-crime story” and more “how did all of this happen?” And yeah, it stays in your head after it’s over...
4) Say Nothing
Set during Northern Ireland’s Troubles, it starts with the 1972 disappearance of a mother of ten. From there, the story jumps around in time, showing lives tangled in politics, family, and quiet danger. Dolours and Marian are drawn deeper into a fight that costs them more than they expect.
The mood stays tense, even in still moments. Every scene feels like it’s hiding something just out of view, and by the end, the silence in the title feels heavier than words.
5) Fosse/Verdon
A fast, intense dive into the partnership between choreographer Bob Fosse and dancer Gwen Verdon. This FX miniseries is part biography, part psychological study; it explores ambition, love, and the cost of genius. The performances are layered and the staging carries a theatrical pulse.
You’ll get choreography, backstage politics, and an honest look at how creative partnerships can both lift and destroy. Great for anyone who loves showbiz stories that go beyond glamour to examine real cost.
6) Feud: Bette and Joan
FX’s anthology about rivalries gives the famous battle between Bette Davis and Joan Crawford a human center. It’s vivid, often funny, and occasionally cruel, in the way real power struggles are.
The show unpacks how Hollywood shapes and chews up its women, making it one of those prestige dramas that’s smart, stylish, and emotionally satisfying. If you love sharp dialogue and character-driven conflict, this one’s a heavy hitter.
7) Trust
This FX series tells the jaw-dropping true story of the Getty family: billion-dollar fortunes, eccentric characters, and a high-profile kidnapping. It’s almost soap-operatic but with real teeth. The absurdity of wealth beside real human suffering creates strange sympathy and horror simultaneously.
Expect big performances, strange humor, and a sense of money’s strange moral gravity. If you like stories about power and its human wreckage, Trust is a wild, bingeable ride.
8) Devs
A sleek, smart sci-fi miniseries that still counts as prestige drama, Devs probes free will, technology, and grief with a quietly intense tone. It’s visually striking and philosophically dense without being dry, and it's more emotional than you’d expect.
The show moves deliberately, rewarding patience with mind-bending reveals and quiet, sorrowful performances. This show is ideal if you want something that makes you think and feel at the same time. Expect to rewatch certain episodes once the ideas settle in.
9) Mrs. America
This is historical drama with a bite. Centered on the fight over the Equal Rights Amendment, the FX series humanizes political icons and reveals the ugly, personal politics behind public campaigns. It’s thoughtful, often funny, and surprisingly modern-feeling; you’ll find parallels to conversations we’re having today.
The cast brings empathy to both sides, which makes the conflict richer and more complicated. Perfect for viewers who like their history messy and full of moral gray areas.
10) Under the Banner of Heaven
A murder shakes a quiet Utah town. The case isn’t just about finding who did it, it starts pulling apart long-held beliefs and secrets. Andrew Garfield plays the detective with a calm, steady energy, which makes the darker moments feel sharper.
The show jumps between past and present, each scene adding a little more tension. It’s slow in the best way, letting each detail land, and by the end, the town doesn’t feel the same anymore.
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There you go. 10 FX miniseries that prove prestige drama doesn’t need decade-long runs to hit hard. Pick one based on the mood you’re in, press play, and enjoy storytelling that’s compact, bold, and wildly rewatchable.
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