While you're trying to figure out how to operate your new gadget or waiting for the cookies to bake in the oven, you may be looking for something to watch.

That's why this is a great time to choose a miniseries that you can watch in-depth over several days, or even a day if you prefer to lounge around in bed. There are many options that will give you the satisfaction of having seen it all the way through. In this issue, we'll take a look at some of the best miniseries to watch during the vacation season.

This miniseries, based on the nonfiction book of the same name by Stephen E. Ambrose, is about Easy Company, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army.

The ten episodes follow Easy Company through basic training and on to the front lines. The film unflinchingly depicts the realities of war and the bonds that form between soldiers who face extraordinary odds together. What makes Band of Brothers so profound is that it is based on interviews and letters from soldiers who were actually there, making it a vivid and unforgettable experience for viewers. ► Watch on Netflix

Fans of Kate Winslet and murder mysteries will love “The Horse in East Town.” In just seven episodes, Kate Winslet plays Easttown police detective Marianne “Mare” Sheehan. She has lived in this small town all her life and is still celebrated as a hero after sinking the winning basket in the town's first state championship 25 years ago.

But life is far from perfect. Mare is still reeling from the death of her son and trying to solve crimes in a town she never left; as she struggles to find a girl who has been missing for a year, she is sent to investigate the murder of a young teenager. Directed by the talented Craig Zobel, the film features superb performances by Winslet and her co-stars. No wonder this miniseries won four Primetime Emmy Awards. ►Watch at Max

Although not technically a miniseries, the 14-episode single season of “Firefly” gives the same feel as a miniseries: a fascinating blend of science fiction and Westerns, in which the crew of a rebel spaceship navigate life at the edge of space. A bit like “Star Trek,” but with a more “space cowboy” feel.

Created by Joss Whedon, “Firefly” has a strong script, rich humor, memorable characters, and a well-crafted universe, making it a memorable show for fans. The series did not receive a proper send-off, but it is absolutely worth watching and will make you say to yourself, “They don't make productions like this anymore.” It dates back to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, when a nuclear reactor in Ukraine exploded in April 1986. The entire event, from the early signs of the problem to the explosion, the shocking cover-up, and the aftermath, is described in horrifying detail.

“Chernobyl” is more disturbing than any horror film because it actually happened. To enhance the viewing experience, on NPR's podcast “The Chernobyl Podcast,” creator Craig Mazin discusses some of the creative decisions he made in recreating the historic event. But in this case, please add “why would you want to do that?” Amy Adams stars as Camille Preaker, a journalist sent to her hometown to investigate the deaths of two teenage girls. She is still reeling from her stay in a psychiatric ward and has not yet recovered from her alcoholism, making it more difficult for her to navigate the complex storyline. Meanwhile, she is living at home and dealing with the ghosts of her past.

“Sharp Objects” is haunting and disturbing. The mystery evolves into a multi-layered, complex plot that mixes life-changing moments from Camille's past with larger issues in her present life ►Watch on Max

In a post-COVID world, watching a mini-series about a pandemic and its aftermath, may seem like twisted entertainment. But “Station Eleven” is worth a look and will (strangely enough) leave you with hope. Based on the novel of the same name by Emily St. John Mandel, the film begins by following several characters as they deal with the effects of a flu-like virus that will wipe out nearly the entire human race in a matter of weeks. One of them is Kirsten (Mackenzie Davis), whom we meet as a young girl on the night the pandemic begins. Twenty years later, as an adult, Kirsten is traveling with a group of actors and musicians known as the “Traveling Symphony.”

A mysterious book called “Station Eleven” is a strange reference point for the main characters, connecting past and present in surprising ways and triggering a fight for their own lives.View at Max

“Maniac” is a story about the overarching issue of pharmaceutical companies and their feverish miniseries that delves into the less-than-ideal impact of pharmaceutical companies on our lives. Set in a retro, futuristic New York City, “Maniac” follows Owen Milgrim (Jonah Hill) and Annie Landsberg (Emma Stone) as they participate in a study testing a drug designed to cure all kinds of disorders.

Through a mixture of flashbacks, fantasies, and hallucinations, Owen and Annie find themselves drawn into a dangerous psychological experiment. This is a dark psychological comedy, so be prepared for ups and downs in this series. Watch for great performances by Sally Field (one of their therapists, Dr. Greta Mantley) and Justin Theroux (another therapist involved in the study, Dr. James K. Mantley) Watch on Netflix