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Task is the best show on television right now
HBO’s Task, from Mare of Easttown creator Brad Ingelsby, might just be the best new show of 2025 — a moody, character-rich thriller that proves the Sunday-night crown still belongs to HBO.
Task is great, but what’s with all the Sopranos crossover vibes?
Mark Ruffalo’s Task is already a critical hit, but the Sopranos Easter eggs — from Grasso to the Vipers — hint at a wild Philly–Jersey crossover.
SCTV’s Stairways to Heaven “is the one song you just can’t get enough of”
Relive SCTV’s classic parody Stairways to Heaven — 30 wild impressions of Led Zeppelin’s epic song, from Pavarotti to The Chipmunks, pure comedy gold.
Hulu’s Chad Powers does a Mrs. Doubtfire but with football
Eli Manning’s prank character gets the Hulu treatment. Can Glen Powell and Steve Zahn make Chad Powers more than a one-note football comedy?
Pop Thruster Afterburner: Slow Horses, The Lowdown, Kimmel’s back, and airplane movies!
Pop Thruster Afterburner has you covered: Slow Horses season 5, Ethan Hawke in The Lowdown, Kimmel’s return to late night, Black Bag, Blink Twice, and more.
The Savant puts Jessica Chastain on the trail of domestic terrorists
Jessica Chastain stars in The Savant, Apple TV+’s domestic terrorism drama premiering Sept. 26, with eight episodes and a top-tier cast.
Cousin Sal hints at “bombshells” as Jimmy Kimmel fallout intensifies
Cousin Sal hints at “bombshells” on Bill Simmons’ podcast as Jimmy Kimmel Live faces indefinite suspension and questions about its future.
Greatest Long Island TV shows: who rules Strong Island?
Explore the greatest Long Island TV shows and movies, from Everybody Loves Raymond to Long Island Medium – with my hometown hero Rosie O’Donnell as queen.
Tulsa King Season 3: “we want to take out the competition”
Sylvester Stallone returns in Tulsa King Season 3 with moonshine turf wars, Robert Patrick, Kevin Pollak, and… Samuel L. Jackson.
Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert’s brilliant one-two punch after Kimmel gets yanked
Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert respond to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension with satire and fire — a sharp counter to Trump’s chilling effect on free speech.
South Park hits pause just as Kimmel gets yanked: what’s the connection?
South Park delays an episode as Kimmel gets pulled after Kirk’s assassination. Satire, free speech, and the Nexstar/TEGNA merger collide.
Mad Men on location: the best places the show took us outside of NYC
From Ossining to LA to Rome and beyond, Mad Men left Madison Ave behind at key moments — here’s where the show’s best detours took us.
Viva La France? The White Lotus Season 4 eyes the French Alps, Riviera, or Paris
The White Lotus Season 4 heads to France — but will it be the Riviera, Paris, or the Alps? Here’s why “Cold Lotus” in Megève feels like the winner.
Hot September TV Shows: the Pop Thruster worldview
Pop Thruster’s picks for September TV: Slow Horses leads, with new heavyweights, guilty pleasures, and wild-card premieres worth your time.
Why does Love Is Blind work?
Why does Love Is Blind work? A ludicrous yet compelling reality TV experiment of pods, proposals, hot people, and trashtastic chaos you can’t look away from.
Great TV shows to travel with (from your couch/futon/work desk)
Escape without leaving home — from The White Lotus to Tokyo Vice, these TV shows double as your passport to stunning destinations.
The razor-sharp comedy/political mind of Marc Maron
Marc Maron’s razor-sharp wit in 2025 — from Pod Save America to Panicked, WTF, and beyond, he’s still cutting politics and culture to the bone.
Best Hesh Moments from The Sopranos – Remembering Jerry Adler
Remembering Jerry Adler, who played Hesh on The Sopranos. A tribute to his legacy in the best TV show ever.
The Talented Mr. Ripley vs. Ripley: movie vs. Netflix series
The Talented Mr. Ripley vs. Netflix’s Ripley: sun-drenched jazz meets shadowy noir, with Jude Law’s golden glow against Andrew Scott’s chilling restraint.
The Best Furio Scenes From The Sopranos
From golf course shakedowns to Carmela’s almost-romance, here are the best Furio Giunta scenes from The Sopranos — hilarious, menacing, unforgettable.
The greatest tech TV shows: from silicon dreams to digital nightmares
From Halt and Catch Fire to Black Mirror and Silicon Valley, we rank the greatest tech TV shows that capture innovation, satire, and digital chaos.
Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test season 4 cast features Brittany Cartwright, Johnny Football, Kody Brown, and other loveable randos
Brittany Cartwright, Johnny Manziel, and Kody Brown join FOX’s brutal reality gauntlet in Special Forces season 4. Here’s the full cast breakdown.
The weirdest Chris Farley SNL sketches
Chris Farley’s strangest SNL sketches — from Japanese Game Show to Decaf Coffee — the weirdest, wildest, and funniest moments of his run.
USA Network brings back scripted TV with The Rainmaker (but can it hold court?)
The Rainmaker reboot features British actor Milo Callaghan and our guy John Slattery.
Pop Thruster’s best TV show of 2025 (thus far): The White Lotus
We’re just gonna put it on front street, people: The White Lotus is the best TV show of 2025 thus far, and it ain’t even close.
Landman Season 2 is coming (and we’ve got opinions on what’s gonna happen)
Landman Season 2 rides back into view on November 16, 2025, exclusively on Paramount+. And yes, we have opinions.
90 Day Fiancé: Angela Deem – Where Is She Now?
Angela Deem’s annulment attempt is still unresolved. She accuses Michael of fraud, denies the show is real—and the court chaos continues.
Why Paramount+ Crushes Apple TV+ (And It’s Not Even Close)
Reasons Paramount+ leaves Apple TV+ in the dust…
The Millionaire Matchmaker episode guide: epic dates, diva disasters, and Patti Stanger’s toughest clients
Explore every wild date and Patti Stanger takedown in our Millionaire Matchmaker episode guide, packed with longform recaps and reality TV drama.
Mysteries from Above, “Expect the Unexpected” (S02E3) – How to Watch (and When!)
Explore earthwork structures, battlefield anomalies, and an eerie red lake—all revealed through stunning aerial and satellite imagery.
Resident Alien, “Mine Town” (S04E08) – How to Watch (and When!)
Harry explores Patience’s dark mining legacy—buried secrets, alien artifacts, and deepening sci-fi stakes in the heart of town.
Kitchen Nightmares episode reviews: Gordon Ramsay’s rancid discoveries, rage, and rapturous redemptions
Pop Thruster’s Kitchen Nightmares episode reviews coverage, served up hot and fresh.
Love Island: Beyond the Villa – where the drama really begins (how to watch and when!)
Post-villa Los Angeles, where fan favorites reunite under the LA sun.
Washington Black embarks on a steampunk-inspired adventure on Hulu
Epic escape, scientific awakening, emotional depth, and cinematic flair wrapped into one powerful limited series.
Acapulco’s new season dives into Máximo’s journey on Apple TV+
A vibrant, emotional farewell to Máximo’s journey and the legacy of Las Colinas.
Road Wars, “Pushy Parker” (S05E03) – How to Watch (and When!)
Knife attack in a drive-thru, targeted hit-and-run on trooper, and global road chaos.
Red Eye: buckle up for mystery and thrills on Hulu
Buckle up on July 22—you won’t want to look away.
20 Bonkers Kitchen Nightmares Episodes You’ll Stay Up Late to Watch
The 20 wildest, weirdest, most bonkers Kitchen Nightmares episodes — complete with Gordon Ramsay meltdowns, restaurant updates, and real-world fallout.
My Strange Arrest, “Desperate Housewife” (S3E7) – How to Watch (and When!)
A suburban mom arrested for stealing baseball bats—true crime meets suburban drama at its strangest.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, “The Gang Gets Ready for Prime Time” (S17E7) – How to Watch (and When!)
The gang shoots its shot at TV fame with absurd crossover, parodies, and utter disaster in true Sunny fashion.
MasterChef, “Backyard BBQ” (S1011) – How to Watch (and When!)
Grill mastery, juicy votes from judges, and heartfelt summer-cookout energy.
Love Is Blind: UK (Season 2 Premiere, Episode 1: “The Pods Are Open”) – How to Watch (and When!)
A full 10-episode emotional adventure, heartfelt connections hidden in the pods, and British romantic poise awaits.
Butterfly flutters onto Amazon Prime – How to Watch (and When!)
Spy drama with emotional father-daughter twist, global espionage, and a killer soundtrack.
Will The Rainmaker Make It Rain As A USA Network TV Show? How to Watch (and When!)
One of USA Network’s boldest returns?
The 1% Club, “A Rabbi, a Mascot and a Psychic Walk Into a Bar” (S0105) – How to Watch (and When!)
Unlikely contestant mix, emotional logic battles, and a chance to crack the 1%.
My Big Fat Fabulous Life, “Rockabye Maybe” (S1304) – How to Watch (and When!)
Blind date jitters, possible pregnancy reveal, and a spiritual Salem getaway—all in one episode.
Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out, “Needle Little Help” (S0114) – How to Watch (and When!)
A firefighter’s bodily burden removed, protégé training in action, and high-precision dermatology with heart.
The Gilded Age, “A Different World” (S0305) – How to Watch (and When!)
Gladys’s societal awakening, Peggy’s professional pivot, and the pressure cooker of Newport influence all come to a head.
Duck Dynasty: The Revival, “Ducks Got Talent?” (S0108) – How to Watch (and When!)
A palate-cleanser and a refreshing look at how the Robertsons can reinvent their family brand for a new generation? You be the judge.