Something Wretched This Way Comes in the Second Half of “Wednesday” Season Two
Despite Part Two trying a sort of hard reset, “Wednesday” still struggles to feel cohesive.
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Task
A reminder of how well HBO can do this kind of thing when a perfectly cast ensemble is invigorated by the craft and the writing around them.
The Thursday Murder Club
These actors are heavy-hitters and they give this rather light caper some real weight.
Prime Video Prequel Series “The Terminal List: Dark Wolf” Fills In (But Doesn’t Fire) Blanks
“The Terminal List: Dark Wolf” consistently brings the action and the boom factor, big time.
The Personal Becomes Universal in Moving, Funny “Long Story Short”
A tribute through comedic storytelling to a family that may not be your own but that isn’t all that far off either.
Netflix’s “Hostage” Fails to Hold the Audience Captive
If they handed out Emmys for dull television, then I am certain “Hostage,” a limited British series now airing on Netflix, would make a clean sweep.
The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox
“The Twisted tale of Amanda Knox” just doesn’t add enough new to the conversation for anyone who knows this story.
Effective Second Season of “Peacemaker” Proves the Future of the DCU’s TV Slate is Bright
Gunn has doubled down on the small moments that made this series stand out, crafting a second season that almost feels like an entirely different show.
Second Season of “Sausage Party: Foodtopia” is Much Tastier Than the First
A surprisingly superior second season.
USA’s “The Rainmaker” is a Traditional TV Legal Drama
“The Rainmaker” is stimulating enough without asking any broader questions.
Prime Video’s “Butterfly” Sometimes Flutters, Sometimes Sputters
“Butterfly” looks good and never stops moving, but it doesn’t make my heart flutter.
FX’s “Alien: Earth” Shatters Already High Expectations
“Alien: Earth” is like nothing else on television.
Netflix Brings “Wednesday” Back to Nevermore for a Spookier, Stranger Season 2
Season 2 seems to have righted the ship and given Netflix’s latest mascot a more delicious meal to chew on…. so far.
Apple TV+, Seth Rogen Continue Hot Streaks with Second Season of “Platonic”
“Platonic” is sweet and light and makes for perfect late summer viewing.
