# miniseries

/ˈmɪniˌsɛɹiz/ (US) · /mˈɪnɪsəɹiz/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/miniseries
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

a television show that tells a whole story in just a few episodes. Unlike a regular series, it is not meant to continue for many years.

For teachers: a television program that tells a complete story within a predetermined, limited number of episodes. Typically longer than a single film but shorter than a standard multi-season series.

## Examples

- We watched the entire miniseries over the weekend.
- The historical drama was produced as a six-part miniseries to ensure the complex plot remained faithful to the original novel.
- While traditional television relies on open-ended narratives to secure renewals, the miniseries format allows creators to maintain a tight thematic focus and a definitive conclusion.

## Usage notes

- The plural form is also 'miniseries'.

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