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fromSlate Magazine
1 hour ago

A TV Legend Brings Something Vital to Lisa Kudrow's HBO Sitcom

James Burrows' role on The Comeback, where he plays a thinly veiled version of himself, isn't a big one. Over the course of the HBO sitcom's three seasons, he's only appeared in eight episodes, sometimes for no more than a single scene. And yet he serves a critical function in its overarching story about the travails of an aging TV actress, one that's made his brief appearances both memorable and often surprisingly moving.
Television
Independent films
fromQueerty
3 hours ago

Matt Bomer spills on cut scenes & wild improv, plus the mystery of those yellow short-shorts is finally solved - Queerty

Outcome is a dark comedy about friendship and modern fame, featuring Matt Bomer, Keanu Reeves, and Cameron Diaz.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 hours ago

What the F*ck?!' Jon Stewart Fears He's the Dying Leper' in Trump's Jesus Meme

Jon Stewart humorously compared himself to a patient in a controversial Trump post, highlighting absurdities in the situation.
#netflix
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 hours ago

Netflix vs. Disney: One Is Winning the Streaming War. Other Is Not Even Close

Netflix's revenue and subscriber growth significantly outpace Disney's, highlighting a divergence in their streaming strategies.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.
Television
fromVulture
3 days ago

Are Netflix and Apple TV Fighting?

Netflix has reverted to its own content player on Apple TV, removing several user-friendly features and causing dissatisfaction among users.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 hours ago

Netflix vs. Disney: One Is Winning the Streaming War. Other Is Not Even Close

Netflix's revenue and subscriber growth significantly outpace Disney's, highlighting a divergence in their streaming strategies.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.
Television
fromVulture
3 days ago

Are Netflix and Apple TV Fighting?

Netflix has reverted to its own content player on Apple TV, removing several user-friendly features and causing dissatisfaction among users.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Most Important Thing Dave Chappelle Ever Did Was Walk Away

Black comedy's history includes significant contributions that thrived independently, which were overlooked in the narrative of crossover appeal.
Podcast
fromVulture
17 hours ago

Trisha Paytas Says Her Euphoria Scene Was All Improv

Trisha Paytas will appear in episode five of Euphoria, with her scene being entirely improvised.
#colman-domingo
Humor
fromVulture
2 days ago

Saturday Night Live Recap: Colman Domingo Brought The Vibes

Colman Domingo hosts with impeccable vibes, showcasing his talent through distinct characters and engaging sketches.
Humor
fromVulture
2 days ago

Saturday Night Live Recap: Colman Domingo Brought The Vibes

Colman Domingo hosts with impeccable vibes, showcasing his talent through distinct characters and engaging sketches.
#david-cross
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
Science
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

SNL Goes to Space-And Returns With Pranks

Victor Glover's Artemis II mission highlights the contrast between the awe of space exploration and the humorous challenges of living in a confined spacecraft.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Fox News Host Slams Narcissistic' Trump Over Looney Tunes' Jesus Image

Joey Jones criticized Trump's image depicting himself as Jesus, calling it a 'looney tunes' mistake and urging for fewer unforced errors.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Comedy night has line-up of autistic performers

I felt a sense of injustice that there were so many talented comics that, through no fault of their own, could not take part in standup comedy and I was determined to address that.
London music
#euphoria
Television
fromVulture
6 days ago

Euphoria Is a Monument to Sam Levinson's Lack of Creativity

Euphoria's third season features Rue as an arms dealer, showcasing a shift from storytelling to shock value and emotional hollowness.
Television
fromVulture
6 days ago

Euphoria Is a Monument to Sam Levinson's Lack of Creativity

Euphoria's third season features Rue as an arms dealer, showcasing a shift from storytelling to shock value and emotional hollowness.
#snl
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Saturday Night Live: Colman Domingo makes for season's best host to date

SNL's cold open features a satirical portrayal of Trump, addressing various absurd scenarios and characters in a comedic context.
Television
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Saturday Night Live Sketch Count: The Show's Biggest Star Isn't Part of the Main Cast

Ashley Padilla leads SNL Season 51 with 79 sketches, showcasing her prominence among the cast and potential for future contracts.
Humor
fromVulture
6 days ago

Kansas Waited 50 Years for This

The SNL sketch 'Husbands' humorously explores male bonding through the shared experience of singing Kansas's 'Carry on Wayward Son'.
Film
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Lloyd Eyre-Morgan dishes on anti-rom-com Departures, why soap stars are underrated & Buffy's queer appeal - Queerty

Departures subverts traditional rom-com tropes to explore intimacy, self-destruction, and toxic relationships through the story of Benji and Jake.
Relationships
fromJezebel
4 days ago

We Know a Little Bit More About Nikki Glaser Than We Did Before

Nikki Glaser has a 'hot husband fetish,' enjoying her partner's hookups with others while not wanting to engage in similar behavior herself.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

First look at new comedy series 'Not Suitable for Work'

The series follows five twenty-somethings obsessed with work and striving for success, with the occasional quick break for personal happiness if they can find the time in their schedule.
Silicon Valley
#comedy
fromKqed
4 days ago
Humor

Encore: Oakland Comedian Jackie Keliiaa on Pain, Punchlines, and Her 'Good Medicine' | KQED

NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

"Big Mistakes" Is a Crime Show for the Girls and the Gays

Nicky and Morgan Dardano's lives change drastically after a theft leads to their kidnapping by a gangster, forcing them into unexpected criminal activities.
fromKqed
4 days ago
Humor

Encore: Oakland Comedian Jackie Keliiaa on Pain, Punchlines, and Her 'Good Medicine' | KQED

fromEMARKETER
5 days ago

Brands advertising on 9 streaming platforms command a third of US streaming TV ad spend

Advertisers running on all nine streaming platforms account for 34% of US streaming TV ad spending, according to a March report from MediaRadar.
Marketing tech
LA Kings
fromVulture
5 days ago

Benito Skinner Loved Being a Demon for a Day on The Comeback

Performing with Lisa Kudrow in The Comeback is a significant honor for comedic actors, highlighting its legendary status in Hollywood satire.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Video: Fcukers Cares About Not Caring

Fcukers' single 'If You Wanna Party, Come Over to My House' embodies a carefree, nonchalant attitude in a neo-electroclash style.
#podcast
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

Elizabeth Day and Dan Jones explore historical screw-ups in their new podcast series.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

One of the stars of smash hit comedy The Studio launches a quizshow: Best podcasts of the week

Mindy Kaling participates in Ike Barinholtz's trivia podcast, blending light-hearted chat with various topics.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

Elizabeth Day and Dan Jones explore historical screw-ups in their new podcast series.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

One of the stars of smash hit comedy The Studio launches a quizshow: Best podcasts of the week

Mindy Kaling participates in Ike Barinholtz's trivia podcast, blending light-hearted chat with various topics.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke and 'Scrubs' cast share why the show still resonates with fans today

The cast of 'Scrubs' reunites for a revived season, celebrating themes of friendship and community.
DC food
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

'DTF St. Louis' Review: A Sensational Finale Reveals Far More Than Who Dun It - Spoilers

Detective Homer believes Clark Forrest is innocent despite doubts from the district attorney.
#last-one-laughing
Humor
fromDefector
2 days ago

'Last One Laughing: UK' Is Absurdly Funny | Defector

Last One Laughing: UK challenges comedians to avoid laughing for six hours, with a stacked cast including returning champion Bob Mortimer.
Humor
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Dream-Casting an American Version of Last One Laughing

Importing U.K. television shows like Last One Laughing could succeed in the U.S. market, following its international adaptations and popularity.
Humor
fromDefector
2 days ago

'Last One Laughing: UK' Is Absurdly Funny | Defector

Last One Laughing: UK challenges comedians to avoid laughing for six hours, with a stacked cast including returning champion Bob Mortimer.
Humor
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Dream-Casting an American Version of Last One Laughing

Importing U.K. television shows like Last One Laughing could succeed in the U.S. market, following its international adaptations and popularity.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Joe Scarborough Cracks Up as He Mocks Todd Blanche's Rom-Com-Style Declaration of Love' for Trump: That Was Jerry Maguire'

Scarborough pointed out that this was a problem across the board in the Pentagon and beyond as he pivoted to Blanche. Blanche, a former defense lawyer for Trump, had given a striking answer at a Tuesday presser when asked whether he wanted the AG role permanently, saying it would be an honor but that if reassigned, he would tell the president: Thank you very much. I love you, sir.
US politics
Film
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

"The Drama" Is One Long Troll

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in a film that explores the fallout of a shocking revelation, sparking significant discourse.
#male-loneliness
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

DTF St. Louis Series-Finale Recap: You Can't Hold the Sun in Your Hand

The emotional climax reveals Clark's breakdown at the pool, highlighting themes of male loneliness and the complexities of friendship.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The Return of TV's Best Bromance

The media's portrayal of male loneliness often oversimplifies complex issues surrounding friendship and masculinity.
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

DTF St. Louis Series-Finale Recap: You Can't Hold the Sun in Your Hand

The emotional climax reveals Clark's breakdown at the pool, highlighting themes of male loneliness and the complexities of friendship.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The Return of TV's Best Bromance

The media's portrayal of male loneliness often oversimplifies complex issues surrounding friendship and masculinity.
Podcast
fromVulture
2 days ago

The Audacity Series-Premiere Recap: Breach of Trust

The Audacity satirizes Silicon Valley's misbehavior and the exploitation of personal data, reflecting growing contempt for tech elites.
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Waging a Culture War With Comedic Mediocrity

Kanye West sold out Inglewood, California's SoFi Center and took in a reported $33 million less than a year since he released a song called 'Heil Hitler.' West's apology for his antisemitism was evidently enough for his LA fans, and no doubt some went because of the antisemitism.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

'Outcome' Review: Keanu Reeves Is a Troubled Movie Star in Jonah Hill's Desperate and Unfunny Comedy About the Pain of Public Opinion

Hill struggles to open up despite his unabated desire for vulnerability, feeling that he had to turn his own therapy sessions into a Netflix documentary to force himself to an uncomfortably honest place.
Independent films
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Stephen Colbert Jokes That Trump Achieved One Key Objective With Iran War

Stephen Colbert humorously critiques Trump's claims about Iran, highlighting the distraction from the Epstein files and the absurdity of a ceasefire.
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

The Comeback Recap: Rome Is Burning

Valerie Cherish evolves from self-obsession to self-sacrifice, highlighting her growth and the impact of those around her in The Comeback's third season.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
4 days ago

TV podcast consumption: A new audience study

13% of American households consume podcasts on TV, particularly within Netflix households.
Humor
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

There's a type of person who becomes the funniest one in every room and the loneliest one in every car ride home. The humor isn't hiding sadness. It's redirecting attention so skillfully that nobody ever thinks to ask the comedian a real question. - Silicon Canals

Humor often masks emotional struggles, as those who use it to deflect may be the least comfortable expressing their true feelings.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Assembly review TV has rarely seen anything like this delightful gem

The Assembly features celebrities interviewed by young adults with neurodivergence, allowing for direct and profound questions that challenge conventional interview norms.
#malcolm-in-the-middle
fromIndependent
5 days ago
Television

'Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair' review: I haven't laughed at a TV comedy so much in a long, long time

fromConsequence
5 days ago
Television

Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair Review: A Chaotic Reminder that Family Is Forever

Television
fromVulture
4 days ago

There's No Reason for the New Malcolm in the Middle to Exist

Malcolm in the Middle's reboot, Life's Still Unfair, captures the show's original chaos and highlights the characters' growth amidst dysfunction.
Television
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair' review: I haven't laughed at a TV comedy so much in a long, long time

The revival of Malcolm in the Middle brings back the chaotic humor of the original series after 20 years.
Television
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair Review: A Chaotic Reminder that Family Is Forever

Family connections can be challenging, but they also provide unexpected joy and support.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice Has Midnight-Movie Potential

Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice is a super-violent action-comedy featuring Vince Vaughn in a dual role, reminiscent of early 2000s cinema.
#streaming
fromIndieWire
4 days ago
Television

'Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair' Is the Rare Revival That Provides Something New

Hollywood's streaming revivals aim to hook subscribers rather than achieve long-term success.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Television

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.
Television
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

'Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair' Is the Rare Revival That Provides Something New

Hollywood's streaming revivals aim to hook subscribers rather than achieve long-term success.
Television
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Satirizing Silicon Valley is pointless in 2026. This show proves it

The Audacity critiques Big Tech's ethics through a darkly comedic lens, but its timing may render it less impactful.
Television
fromIndependent
3 days ago

All talked out: The online threat to the 'Late Late' and TV's chat shows

The Late Late Show faces significant competition and public opinion is divided on its future and past presenters.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Reflecting on Oversexed Characters in Television Comedies

Sitcom characters increasingly display hypersexuality, eliciting both sympathetic laughter and envy from audiences.
Television
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Keeley Karsten on Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair: Podcast

Keeley Karsten's role as Leah in Life's Still Unfair captures a blend of inherited traits and fresh emotional awareness.
#hacks
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Toxic putdowns, brutal zingers ... and an unexpected love story inside the joyful climax to brilliant sitcom Hacks

Hacks, a critically acclaimed comedy series, is concluding its final season after achieving significant accolades and a well-defined narrative from its inception.
Television
fromVulture
5 days ago

Hacks Celebrates Itself

Hacks evolves from sharp satire to a more earnest portrayal of success and industry dynamics in its final season.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Toxic putdowns, brutal zingers ... and an unexpected love story inside the joyful climax to brilliant sitcom Hacks

Hacks, a critically acclaimed comedy series, is concluding its final season after achieving significant accolades and a well-defined narrative from its inception.
Television
fromVulture
5 days ago

Hacks Celebrates Itself

Hacks evolves from sharp satire to a more earnest portrayal of success and industry dynamics in its final season.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair review the TV magic they've created here is absolutely miraculous

Bryan Cranston's performance in the Malcolm in the Middle revival, especially a scene where he experiences a drug-induced ego death, may be his greatest work.
Television
#dan-levy
fromQueerty
4 days ago
Television

"Crime is really hard!": Dan Levy & Taylor Ortega on the messy road to dark comedy Big Mistakes - Queerty

fromQueerty
4 days ago
Television

"Crime is really hard!": Dan Levy & Taylor Ortega on the messy road to dark comedy Big Mistakes - Queerty

fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week

ARMY Twitter was aflutter with accusations that the warm-up comic for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon made a racist joke. He said, 'Anybody here from the North? No? Nobody?' Fans interpreted that as being directed at the band, implying that one of them was from North Korea.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Miniature Wife review Matthew Macfadyen is wasted in this pointless comedy

Matthew Macfadyen started his career in a 1998 TV film adaptation of Wuthering Heights as Hareton Earnshaw, Heathcliff's whipped dog, and has been giving us brilliant incarnations of beta cucks ever since.
Television
#television
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Big Mistakes review Schitt's Creek creator Dan Levy excels in new cringe comedy

Television shows can be categorized into those that create stars and those made by stars, with varying success in the industry.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Television
fromEsquire
6 days ago

This Guy Has Made You Laugh and Cry for Decades

Bill Lawrence creates emotionally resonant TV shows amid a challenging Hollywood landscape, focusing on authentic feelings rather than traditional narratives.
Television
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Jon Hamm, Olivia Munn, James Marsden & Amanda Peet on Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2: Podcast

Season 2 of Your Friends and Neighbors delves into deeper psychological themes, focusing on identity crises and suburban unraveling.
fromJezebel
6 days ago

HBO introduces 2 dudes in the Half Man trailer

Niall and Ruben are brothers. Not related in blood but the closest you can get. One, fierce and loyal. The other, meek and mild-mannered.
Television
Television
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Who Is Black Comedy For?

Dave Chappelle faced pressure to alter his sitcom to appeal to white audiences, highlighting systemic issues in the representation of Black artists.
Television
fromBustle
1 week ago

I Want To Hug Phoebe Buffay After Lisa Kudrow's 'Friends' Confession

Lisa Kudrow reflects on her career post-Friends, feeling undervalued despite her success and Emmy nominations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Television
Television
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Why Is Horror TV So Complicated Right Now?

Modern horror films have become overly complicated, straying from classic survival rules established in the 1996 film Scream.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks 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.
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.
Television
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.
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.
Television
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Nudist neighbours to sweary mums: the best TV characters you never actually see on screen

Invisible television characters often deliver outsized comedic and narrative impact despite never being seen on screen.
Television
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.
fromScary Mommy
2 months 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.
Television
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.
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