limited series
nounUK /ˈlɪm.ɪ.tɪd ˈsɪə.riːz/
US /ˈlɪm.ɪ.t̬ɪd ˈsɪr.iz/
A limited series is a TV show with only a few planned episodes that tells one complete story.
We watched the whole limited series in one weekend because it was only six episodes.
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2. A television or streaming production with a fixed, small number of episodes that does not continue for additional seasons.
The network announced a limited series based on the famous novel.
3. A comic book or publishing run with a set number of issues or volumes.
The writer released a limited series of five comics.
4. A short, self-contained event or program scheduled for a set period.
The museum hosted a limited series of evening lectures.