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Landman has better actors than it deserves
Landman is fun, pulpy TV, but its real secret weapon is an absurdly stacked cast. Billy Bob Thornton, Ali Larter, Demi Moore and more elevate it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Quentin Tarantino names his QT masterpiece, which means I get to name mine(s)
Quentin Tarantino named Inglourious Basterds his masterpiece. Here’s mine — plus hot takes on every QT flick, from Res Dogs to Once Upon a Time.
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.
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.
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.
Red Eye: buckle up for mystery and thrills on Hulu
Buckle up on July 22—you won’t want to look away.
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 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.
Jason Momoa heads up Chief of War on Apple TV+ – How to Watch (and When!)
Epic battles, political intrigue, and Jason Momoa leading an authentic, Polynesian driven saga.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood, “Providence” (S0101) – How to Watch (and When!)
Dual-period love stories, time-travel reveals, and deep franchise origins await.
Suits, “The Shelf Life”: shelf-ish motives, Drybeck drama
“What the hell are we gonna do when I get caught, Harvey?” – Mike
Mad Men, “The Jet Set”: a thing like that
“Why would you deny yourself something you want?” – Joy
Breaking Bad, “Live Free Or Die”: like a beloved drug
Perhaps the most fitting episode title for this show ever.
Warehouse 13, “The New Guy”: America’s attic
“A world of endless wonder.” – Mrs. Fredrick
Warehouse 13, “Shadows”: the Bechdel test
Not only is “Shadows” a good episode, it also passes the Bechdel test.
Warehouse 13, “Insatiable”: a cluttered Chekhov’s closet (sometimes)
Warehouse 13 has a cluttered Chekhov’s closet, but good character development makes up for it.
Walter White: the ultimate anti-hero
Why do we care about Walter White? It’s in Bryan Cranston’s performance, in the writing, and the overall craft of a brilliant television show.
V, “Welcome to the War”: viva la 5th column
“The resistance is growing.” – Marcus
V, “Red Rain”: filling plot holes
V returned with not a lot happening, and I wish they’d plug those plot holes.
V, “Pound of Flesh”: who is 5th column and who isn’t
I’d almost rather have the camp and rag tag adventurous spirit of the ’80s original, though maybe I’m simply steeped in ’80s V nostalgia?
V, “John May”: one day you’ll understand
“I want those bodies on this ship.” – Anna
Unforgettable, “Pilot”: that’s what you are
An ex-detective with autobiographical memory helps solve a murder with her old boyfriend.
Undercovers, “Pilot”: great characters, lame plot
Many great ingredients for success but there’s a lack of the complete recipe.
Under the Dome, “Pilot”: different paths, same destination
The pink stars are falling in lines.
TV Series Finales: A Deep Dive
A deep dive on TV series finales, from the TV Geek Army archives.
The Walking Dead: A deep dive
A lengthy roundtable deep dive into The Walking Dead, from the TV Geek Army archives.
TV Masterworks: The Corner
The Corner is an uncompromising and at times harrowing look at people at the epicenter of the drug trade.
TV masterworks: Homicide: Life on the Street
In this TV Masterworks article we take a look at one of the classic greats of the crime drama, Homicide: Life on the Street.
TV Masterworks: Firefly
This time on TV Masterworks we travel to the farthest reaches of television drama (and the universe) to take a look at the brightest burning bug that has ever graced the often clumsy science fiction genre.
True Blood, “You Smell Like Dinner”: I can eat who I want
Let’s check in with everyone in the gang, vamps and humans and others alike.
True Blood, “She’s Not There”: something wicked indeed
I often see True Blood as a distorted fairy tale anyway, and the ferocious faeries fit in well in this tale.
True Blood, “If You Love Me, Why Am I Dyin’?”: Bon Temps fatigue
Lots of storylines in this week’s True Blood episode, with no real developments.
True Blood, “And When I Die”: Sunday, bloody Sunday
Marnie is finally defeated, and the residents of Bon Temps try to move on with their lives.
Treme: “Shallow Water, Oh Mama”: Davis can save us
“I’m not trying to be the spokesman for the city. New Orleans speaks for itself.” – Creighton
Treme, “Wish Someone Would Care”: take that walk
“Sometimes the battles worth fighting are the ones you know you’re gonna lose.” – Albert
Treme, “Smoke My Peace Pipe”: with or without benefits
“Man, you could hide a dead hooker in here and no one would know.” – Morial on Davis’ disheveled house
Treme, “Shame Shame Shame”: second line and feeling fine
“This is for New Orleans in her hour of need.” – Davis
Treme, “Right Place, Wrong Time”: FEMA trailer gating
“There’s no place like New Orleans.” – Jazz musician
Treme, “Meet De Boys On The Battlefront”: pride on Bourbon Street
“Are we entering some sacrificial realm here?” – Davis McAlery
Treme, “I’ll Fly Away”: this machine floats
“If it was easy everybody’d be in here.” – Albert Lambreaux
Treme, “Do You Know What It Means”: a city marches on
A show to prove worthy of the exquisitely unique city of New Orleans herself?
Treme, “At the Foot Of Canal Street”: pot for potholes
“It’s like watching a rat back up a cat.” – Sonny
Treme, “All on a Mardi Gras Day”: do whatcha want
“People coming home for this.” – Antoine