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Two of HBO's Biggest 2024 Shows Share Striking Thematic Similarities

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Two of HBO's most anticipated 2024 shows shockingly share a deep narrative connection, proving the enduring power of storytelling in the streaming era.
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  • Highly anticipated dramas 'The Realm' and 'Into the Abyss' both explore themes of identity, existential crisis and the individual's role in an increasingly chaotic world.
  • Showrunners Lauren Davis ('The Realm') and Ethan Michaels ('Into the Abyss') were unaware of the thematic overlap until late in development, sparking speculation of a shared creative vision across HBO's premier 2024 offerings.
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Lauren Davis, Ethan Michaels, HBO, The Realm, Into the Abyss
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