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1 day ago

The Testaments to Big Mistakes: the seven best shows to stream this week

Via tentative rebel student Agnes Mackenzie, the drama meticulously illustrates the ways disempowered people hoard what little agency they have in Gilead's oppressive environment.
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Humor
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Reflecting on Oversexed Characters in Television Comedies

Sitcom characters increasingly display hypersexuality, eliciting both sympathetic laughter and envy from audiences.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

From the phone to the plex: why TV shows are turning into movies

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man achieved over 25 million views on Netflix in three days, showcasing the shift from cinema to streaming.
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fromQueerty
4 days ago

WATCH: Closeted '90s kids find their voice-and each other-in this charming coming-of-age comedy - Queerty

Student radio shows can empower closeted youth, fostering community and self-expression while navigating the challenges of popularity and faculty scrutiny.
Media industry
fromMoney Digest
5 days ago

The Popular Streaming Platform You Didn't Know Was Part Of Amazon's Portfolio - Money Digest

Amazon's acquisition of Twitch in 2014 has significantly impacted its growth and consumer offerings, enhancing its position in the live-streaming market.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Taking my clothes off is my whole life!' Bryan Cranston on the glorious gross-out return of Malcolm in the Middle

The reboot of Malcolm in the Middle retains the original's humor and outrageousness, celebrating the family's chaotic dynamics.
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fromEsquire
1 day ago

Here's Your Full Release Schedule for 'Your Friends & Neighbors' Season 2

Coop embraces his dual life as a family man and burglar, facing new challenges in the upcoming season of Your Friends & Neighbors.
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fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

All Your Friends

All Your Friends is an indie dance party on April 11, 2026, celebrating early 2010s house party nostalgia with classic tracks.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Bad Wigs, Fran Drescher, and AI Await in The Comeback Season 3

Lisa and I would meet every couple of weeks for lunch - quote, unquote - and then we'd get around to, 'What do you think Valerie would be doing right now?' King said at SXSW, where the first two episodes of the third and final season of what they're now calling 'a trilogy' screened to a rapt audience of The Comeback die-hards.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We got cancelled and we're still here!' Michael Patrick King on The Comeback and why And Just Like That will age well

Michael Patrick King announces the return of The Comeback, a beloved yet underwatched show co-created with Lisa Kudrow.
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1 day ago

Hulu's 'Deli Boys' sets season 2 premiere date, adds Kumail Nanjiani, Tan France, Lilly Singh

This season on 'Deli Boys,' the Dars are drowning in dirty cash and Philly's sketchiest crooks are circling. Enter Max Sugar: casino king, money launderer, and Lucky's new crush who turns laundering into a chaotic situationship.
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fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago

Watch Peter Tork Quietly Mouth Other Actors' Lines in The Monkees: A Strange Quirk You'll Never Unsee

Peter Tork from the Monkees had a strange little quirk. Sometimes, when other actors were delivering their lines Tork would unthinkingly mouth their dialogue along with them, as seen in this YouTube compilation. Once you spot it, it makes the show (which was already kinda weird) weird in a whole new way.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago
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This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
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The 10 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month

February's streaming lineup features diverse, swoon-worthy shows across romance, sci-fi, postapocalyptic, fantasy, and documentary genres for varied viewing tastes.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

FIRST LOOK: Hulu's new anti-rom-com starring Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker

A new comedy series 'Alice and Steve' explores friendship and rivalry when a woman’s best friend dates her daughter.
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fromVulture
5 days ago

The Comeback Recap: Nothing New

Dramedies can prioritize character and story over humor, allowing for richer emotional experiences in storytelling.
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fromLos Angeles Times
24 years ago

'Frasier' Saying Cheers to Hollywood Hills

Kelsey Grammer listed his Hollywood Hills home for $715,000 after determining he and his wife were not using it frequently enough to justify ownership.
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Steve Carell Says Paul Rudd Warned Him Not to Audition for The Office

Rudd pulled me aside and was like, 'Don't do it, man. Don't audition,' Carell said. 'It was like, 'There is no way.''
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fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

She Accidentally Roasted Her Dad's Quarter-Zips on Live TV. The Internet Loved It

I think of my dad, the 21-year-old broadcast journalism major said, explaining that he is a business owner who works in finance, not exactly the most trendy, fashionable guy. Watching from home was the subject of the joke himself: McCrary Mac Lowe. His reaction, a blend of disbelief and amusement, was captured by his wife, Shannon, who filmed the moment and later posted it to Instagram.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Is Binge-Watching TV Really a Pastime?

Binge-watching television has become a prevalent pastime in America, but it can lead to negative psychological effects like anxiety and depression.
Television
fromVulture
1 week ago

Netflix Is Making a Giggly Squad Sitcom

Paige DeSorbo is developing a buddy-comedy series with Hannah Berner for Netflix, produced by Amy Poehler and co-written by Kay Cannon.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Come at the king HBO changed TV forever, but is its crown under threat in the age of streaming and Trump?

HBO's tagline marked its ambition to redefine television, establishing a unique identity in an increasingly competitive landscape.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Lisa Kudrow Is Back-Again

"The Comeback," which Kudrow created with Michael Patrick King, the "Sex and the City" impresario, premiered in 2005. The first season found Valerie attempting to revive her career in a lame new sitcom called "Room and Bored," while reality-TV cameras captured her every humiliation. What we see is the raw footage from Valerie's reality show. Kudrow's portrayal was unflinching, an early version of cringe comedy.
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Business
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

'Cheers': The Sitcom Bar

Encourage managers to know employees personally, celebrate individuality, offer support and flexibility, and model mutual care to build belonging and supportive workplace culture.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The 800th 'The Simpsons' episode is set in Philadelphia. But Portland is in its DNA

The Simpsons' 800th episode airs Sunday; many character names were inspired by Portland street names from creator Matt Groening's hometown.
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fromEsquire
3 weeks ago

The Best TV Shows of 2026 (So Far)

Despite industry turmoil, quality television continues thriving with acclaimed new seasons and innovative shows across multiple genres in 2026.
Film
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Netflix Adds Five Catherine O'Hara Gems to Its Library

Netflix added five Catherine O'Hara films to its U.S. and Canadian libraries, each available for two months, shortly after her January 30th death.
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fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago

Ten Shows Our Critics Have Recently Reviewed

The New Yorker's television critics review recent TV releases and comedy specials, offering guidance on what to watch as the industry faces uncertainty about its future quality.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
11 years ago

Realistic TV Ratings

A set of satirical TV rating labels pairs mock codes with cynical, humorous content warnings about sexual content, bloat, unfulfilled plotlines, and cultural effects.
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fromVulture
1 month ago

The Hunt for the Next Heated Rivalry Is Not That Simple

Heated Rivalry's unexpected success on HBO Max has sparked industry interest in sports romance content, but executives warn against creating derivative clones of the show.
Television
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Stream On This Week: A Scrubs-Tastic Revival, Pirates, Spies, and Ninja Turtles

Stream On recommends Scrubs revival on Hulu, Jackie Kashian's comedy special on YouTube, and The Bluff film across multiple streaming platforms as top viewing choices this week.
Television
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Scrubs' Review: Can J.D. Shine in TV's 'Ted Lasso' Era, or Has Time Already Passed Him by?

Scrubs centered on J.D.'s journey proving that emotional sensitivity and compassion, rather than traditional masculinity, were valuable assets in medicine and personal growth.
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fromAol
1 month ago

'King of Queens' Star Imagines Where His Character Would Be Today

Spence Olchin would have resented MetroCard retirement and quietly griped, reflecting his attachment to the old subway system and concerns about job security.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Need more free TV? How to stream over 100 classic cartoons for $0 - no subscription required

If you miss the days of Saturday morning cartoons, you might want to go ahead and download the free Tubi app. In a recent announcement, the ad-supported streaming service said it is kicking off its "cartoon era" on March 1, adding more than 100 classic cartoons you can watch for free. The service already has an extensive collection of retro cartoons, but it's about to get a lot bigger.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Stop the blues a-callin'! It's our guide to the ultimate comfort TV

There isn't a weak link in the cast and they work together as seamlessly and apparently joyfully as you could wish. Jokes come thick and fast Andre Braugher and Terry Crews in Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Photograph: Fox/Getty Images The jokes come thick and fast, the tone is perfectly pitched, the occasional emotional moment well done, and it rarely strikes a false note. You can watch it again and again and be delighted every time.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I have rewatched the show more than 60 times': your favourite comfort TV

Television programs offer comfort, escapism, humor, and emotional refuge through witty comedies and reassuring documentaries, becoming personal favorites across diverse viewers and life circumstances.
Television
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

13 Shows That Will Make You Laugh, Even If You Aren't Giving It Your Full Attention

Short, character-driven, 23-minute comedies with self-contained episodes are ideal for casual, low-attention viewing while doing chores or hobbies.
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fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

A huge 'Sopranos' exhibit (with cast!) hits MoMI this week

Museum of the Moving Image presents a Sopranos exhibition with screenings and cast appearances, showcasing production design and season three episodes.
Television
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

8 series finales from the 70s and 80s that Boomers remember watching live with the whole family - Silicon Canals

Mass appointment television created shared cultural moments now lost to individualized, device-based streaming and infinite viewing choices.
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fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

No One Under 62 Can Identify These Classic TV Sitcoms From A Single Screenshot

A new classic TV sitcoms quiz features familiar and more obscure shows to challenge participants, especially those under 60.
Television
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Cultural Nuances in Apple TV's "Pluribus"

Individualism versus collectivism shapes characters' responses, cooperation, perspective-taking, and resource strategies in Pluribus's depiction of a global hive-mind crisis.
Television
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ksenia Samotiy: Why I value comfort TV like 'Friends' and 'The Big Bang Theory' over shows that demand more from me

Falling back into a show you know well allows your brain to rest and switch off.
Television
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

47 Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2026

2026 television features returning hit series, spinoffs, and final seasons from acclaimed shows, promising another strong year for small-screen storytelling.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

The 12 Best Rewatch Shows On Streaming For Your Next Anxiety Binge

There's so much going on in the world, in our country, and hell, in our own work and family lives. Just because the headlines are straight out of a dystopian novel doesn't mean your kids stopped needing you to help with their homework. When our days are full of so many demands, no wonder we feel hyped up and anxious by the time the kids are in bed.
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fromVulture
2 months ago

Conformity Gate Is Real, But Only on SNL

It was a Stranger Things spinoff showcase on Saturday Night Livelast night. In the pre-taped sketch, the Duffer Brothers had some success getting the cast back together to film an internet-demanded ninth episode.
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fromVulture
1 month ago

It's Time to Raise the Curtain on The Muppet Show Again

hitting a big red reset button, which turns out to be just what the franchise needed. Executive-produced by Seth Rogen, this Muppet Show plays like an episode of the classic variety series, which premiered 50 years ago, right down to the theme song, the practical effects, and Statler and Waldorf heckling about its very faithful rebootiness: "If it ain't broke -" "They are broke! That's why they're doing it!" Har har har!
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Six Satisfying TV Shows You Can Watch in One Sitting

One-season TV can tell a complete story; The Night Of emphasizes the murder’s devastating consequences over finding the killer.
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fromIndependent
2 months ago

Terrible TV: 'All's Fair' and 'Emily in Paris' show there's a big market for trash telly

All's Fair is a widely panned Disney+ legal drama starring Kim Kardashian that critics consider exceptionally poor television.
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

Stephen Colbert to Win an Award for Yelling at His Boss

Stephen Colbert will receive the Walter Bernstein Award for confronting social injustice and publicly criticizing CBS, corporate overlords, and the Trump administration.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Rewatching the same show over and over is your brain's way of coping with this - Silicon Canals

Last week, I caught myself starting The Office for what must be the fifteenth time. My partner walked in, saw Jim pranking Dwight with the stapler in Jell-O, and just shook his head. "Again?" he asked. And honestly? I couldn't explain why I kept going back to the same show when there's literally endless content available at my fingertips. But here's the thing: I'm not alone in this.
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fromVulture
2 months ago

Every TV Show Canceled in 2026 So Far

Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, pickup order to lack of renewal. Here we bid farewell to the canceled shows of 2026. Less than a month into the year (and last lunar year not even over) and shows are already starting to drop. This post will serve as living tribute to the TV we're going to miss in 2027. Don't cry because they're over, smile because hopefully there are some sort of residuals in place for the workers.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It launched a million fantasies': the greatest ever TV romances

Mae and George's romance combines palpable chemistry, deep friendship, and queer tenderness while portraying growth, identity struggles, and sustained mutual choice across a semi-autobiographical series.
#sesame-street
fromEngadget
2 months ago
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More than 100 classic episodes of Sesame Street are now streaming on YouTube and YouTube Kids

fromEngadget
2 months ago
Television

More than 100 classic episodes of Sesame Street are now streaming on YouTube and YouTube Kids

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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tell us your favourite confusing TV show

Submit favourite confusing-but-entertaining TV shows via an encrypted form; responses can be anonymous and data will be used only for the feature.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The best and worst wedding dresses worn on TV shows

Weddings are a major plot point on TV, often taking place in season and series finales. So Business Insider rounded up the best and worst wedding dresses on television. We loved gowns from "Gossip Girl" and "Friends," but the "How I Met Your Mother" dresses didn't impress.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Finally, a Muppet Show Reboot That Understands the Original Appeal of the Muppets

The Muppet Show is back and better than ever before. Well, not better, exactly. I guess a more accurate description would be exactly the same as. But after so many decades of failed attempts at keeping up with the times-after Muppets Now and Muppets Tonight and The Muppets Mayhem, not to mention the Office-style mockumentary series known simply as The Muppets-the Disney/ABC brain trust has realized that Jim Henson's frantic felt creations work best the way they always have.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Saturday Night Live: big name cameos can't save weak Stranger Things-themed episode

Saturday Night Live returned with a Trump-focused cold open and Finn Wolfhard's first-time hosting, blending political satire and pop-culture humor.
Television
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

"The Paper" and the Return of the Cubicle Comedy

The Paper recycles The Office's comforts but fails to deliver a distinct, Toledo-specific portrayal of local journalism, feeling derivative rather than innovative.
fromPCMAG
9 years ago

And the Emmy Goes to...Facebook?

Original TV shows, sports, and other video content may soon debut on Facebook as part of the social network's plan to boost the amount of video its members consume. Facebook is beginning to discuss plans with video producers, though it did not say which studios or companies are involved. The content will be displayed on the site's video tab, currently a small curated collection Facebook is looking to expand.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Is Netflix making us stupid?

Netflix originals increasingly rely on explicit exposition and simplified dialogue, reducing narrative subtlety and rewarding less attentive viewing.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Phoenix Nights: 25 years since Peter Kay's record-breaking TV comedy like no other

Phoenix Nights is a beloved, distinctly northern British sitcom set in a working men's club, absent from streaming despite past huge popularity.
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fromVulture
1 month ago

Yaaaay! The Muppet Show Revival Is a Ratings Success.

The Muppet Show revival drew 7.58 million viewers across ABC and Disney+ in eight days and generated 125 million Disney+ viewing hours.
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fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

40 Shows We Can't Wait to Watch in 2026 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Storytelling and compelling characters remain the primary drivers of TV success despite changes in viewing platforms and formats.
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