https://collider.com Exploring your favorite TV shows both past and present through deep dives, retrospectives, recaps, and more. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 03:45:30 GMT en-US hourly 60 When it comes to debating what the greatest TV drama of all time is, The Wire is one of those universally beloved shows that will just about always be considered a contender. It ran for five seasons between 2002 and 2008, and though it was overlooked by many while it was on the air (perhaps a consequence of being on while so many other iconic shows were, what with the 2000s being something of a golden age for TV), its legacy is now hard to deny or ignore. But even with a crowded landscape, it is strange that The Wire got so ignored, even if it didn't have too many big-name actors and was a fairly dense show, with a certain level of commitment being needed to follow it. That all makes it something of a miracle that it was able to last for five seasons and finish on its own terms. Indeed, of the only two Emmy nominations the show ever received — both for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series — one was for the final episode of the show's final season, "-30-."

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/the-wire-series-finale/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the whole season of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher-verna-explained/ The thriller Fair Play, now streaming on Netflix, stars Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich as Emily and Luke, a young couple working at a cutthroat New York City hedge fund. They keep their relationship a secret at work, but when Emily gets an unexpected promotion that was rumored to go to Luke, their relationship hits the rocks. Fair Play is a tense relationship drama as well as an indictment of the misogyny that remains pervasive in corporate culture despite recent progress, similar to the premise and social commentary found in HBO's workplace drama Industry. Industry follows four recent college graduates vying for a permanent position at Pierpoint & Co, a London-based investment bank firm with a similarly high-pressure environment as Fair Play's One Crest Capital. While the toxic corporate culture of the financial sector is used as a backdrop and something that drives a wedge between Emily and Luke's relationship, Industry's first two seasons take a broader look at the lives of a group of ambitious twenty-somethings with plenty of sex, drugs, and juicy interpersonal conflict. With a more diverse ensemble cast than the two white protagonists in Fair Play, Industry also highlights the complex relationship dynamics between the four candidates and the larger Pierpoint staff, grappling with misogyny, racism, economic and educational privilege, and the pressures of climbing the ladder in a fiercely competitive industry.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 01:45:31 GMT https://collider.com/industry-tv-show/ Robyn Dixon managed to outsmart both Andy Cohen and the producers of RHOP last season by keeping her marital woes to herself. It wasn't until the very end of Season 7 that word got out about yet another indiscretion by her then fiancé Juan Dixon. By the time the Karen Huger brought news of Juan having a rumored mistress, Robyn and Juan had already quietly dealt with the infraction and were once again a united, albeit dysfunctional front. Robyn rolled her eyes and acknowledged Juan had inappropriate conversations with a woman but assured the ladies that he was repentant, and the two were back on solid ground headed down the aisle. Andy was visibly irritated by Robyn's disregard for the platform but instead of firing her, she was asked to do a solo interview to accompany the reunion, giving details of the infraction that should've been shared earlier in the season. She was spared ridicule during season 7, but her dishonesty paired with Juan's continued disrespectful behavior and dismissive attitude have worked to make Robyn a target without any allies on the show.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:01:35 GMT https://collider.com/robyn-dixon-real-housewives-of-potomac-season-8/ One of the biggest TV tropes is the will-they-won't-they between two characters. Every viewer can see it coming, but we don't care. We're suckers for it. The only issue truly is making sure it's done right. Pull the trigger too soon and put these two destined lovers together in Season 2, and all the tension is gone. Wait several seasons to put them together, or worse, have them get together, breakup, and get together again (we're looking at you Ross and Rachel!), and it turns the drama into a slog.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 05:45:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-office-rashida-jones-karen-filipelli/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first two episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-2-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-8-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first episode of Netflix's The Fall of the House of Usher

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-1-recap/ Across nine seasons, NBC's The Office told dozens of hilarious and heartwarming stories. Unlike many sitcoms preceding it, the mockumentary managed to sustain narratives over several episodes, not always tying up conflicts before the credits rolled. For the most part, this was a fruitful approach, as it allowed characters to endure consequences, feel emotions, and grow beyond the constraints of a 30-minute block. However, not all storylines were prolific. Will Ferrell's brief run as Deangelo Vickers, the Schrute Farms spinoff attempt, and Andy Bernard's (Ed Helms) slow fall from grace are just a few arcs that fans look back upon with disapproval. The most ill-fated of them all, though, came in Season 9, with a storyline and character introduction that put much of the series into question.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:00:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-office-brian-boom-guy-pam/ In the realm of small-screen entertainment, it's hard to imagine any TV offerings could top all the amazing TV shows we got in 2022. That said, there are just as many thrilling new series to look forward to in the year ahead as there is the return of shows we've been eagerly waiting for since their last finale dropped. 2023 started off strong with the premiere of HBO's adaptation of The Last of Us, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as the unlikely pair trekking across a post-apocalyptic landscape laden with the infected — and there are new seasons of shows like Loki coming our way — but truth be told, this list only scratches the surface of what's gearing up to air throughout the year. With so many titles yet to be announced, as well as premiere dates that aren't even confirmed, this list could certainly change, but as of now, here are the most anticipated TV shows we're looking forward to tuning in for in 2023.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:00:35 GMT https://collider.com/tv-shows-2023/ Masters of the Air, the long-gestating companion series to Band of Brothers and The Pacific, is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on January 26, 2024. Executive producers Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and Gary Goetzman, who were behind the first two World War II-based miniseries, have returned for the third series, virtually guaranteeing the latest will live up to the lofty standards set by its predecessors. Masters of the Air is based on Donald L. Miller's novel Masters of the Air: America's Bomber Boys Who Fought the Air War Against Nazi Germany, the true story of the 100th Bombardment Group of the American Eighth Air Force. And what a story it is.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:31:28 GMT https://collider.com/masters-of-the-air-true-story-explained/ The central backbone of "Big Three" in anime, especially in the shonen genre, has set the standard for how other series may play out when eventually being adapted from their respected mangas into animated features. Every anime genre has its stereotypes and self-set expectations, but the current standing of the current Big Three — Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach — is at risk of being overshadowed by relative newcomers to the shonen genre. MAPPA's Jujutsu Kaisen has rightfully earned its current popularity, has kept in stride with the Big Three when accumulating a mass following, and perhaps even surpasses it when it comes to examining where this individual series succeeds. Jujutsu Kaisen is able to outpace the Big Three due to its ability to eliminate the need for excess filler episodes and tell a streamlined story that cuts out any sluggishness. This anime in particular also has a more mature appeal to it, and its darker tone invites risk-taking when bouncing off of a shonen foundation. The series introduces more complex characters, themes, and takes advantage of the opportunity of being more intense without feeling the need to limit itself. Jujutsu Kaisen has also been praised for its animation quality, which improves watchability improves overall compared to the Big Three.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/jujutsu-kaisen-best-anime/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:46:44 GMT https://collider.com/masque-of-the-red-death-mike-flanagan-fall-of-the-house-of-usher/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for The Changeling.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:15:31 GMT https://collider.com/the-changeling-tv-show-ending-explained/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first three episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:01:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-3-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first seven episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-7-recap/ There are two kinds of families in this world: the one you're born into, and the one that you end up surrounding yourself with when you get older. In the seven-episode Part 3 of Netflix's French drama Lupin, this is the dilemma at the center of Assane Diop's (Omar Sy) life. It's a bingeworthy thrill ride filled with unexpected twists and turns throughout. It's also a beautifully shot show that uses Paris as its primary backdrop. Assane is a master of disguise, a con artist, and a gentleman cat burglar who has grown up knowing nothing else but how to steal and get away with it without hurting anyone, but the insurance companies of the priceless artwork, jewels, and various other valuables. In Part 3, he sets his sights on a rare black pearl that was retrieved during the French-Tahitian War of 1815. But along the way, things don't go exactly as planned, and it's a pleasure to be along for the ride as a viewer. The show has a wild finish that pulls all the storylines and character arcs together. Let's break down what went down with Assane at the end of Lupin as he tries to sort out the conflict that arises when the family from his past runs into the family of his present.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 01:15:32 GMT https://collider.com/lupin-season-3-ending-explained/ The decade of the 1980s threw a little bit of everything at us when it came to television genres. There were police procedurals like Hill Street Blues, mindless action fare like The A-Team and Knight Rider, medical dramas including St. Elsewhere, and of course, the uber-popular wealthy family nighttime soaps Dallas, Dynasty, and Falcon Crest. But among all these various styles of hour-long serials, there was one show that stood out from the rest for being the perfect combination of all of them, yet a unicorn unto itself: the Glenn Gordon Caron-created mystery comedy series Moonlighting.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:00:33 GMT https://collider.com/moonlighting-tv-show/ For the last decade, we’ve been living in the world of peak TV. Streamers and premium networks were throwing endless dollars at major TV shows hoping to make the next Breaking Bad or Stranger Things. The result was an odd paradox for viewers and TV writers alike; lots of opportunities to experience or create new art, but there was little in the way of long-term commitment from these new shows. Companies were now enamored with the limited-run TV program, which allowed outfits to not have to commit to long-term writer’s rooms or offer up the opportunity for writers to score significant raises if a show went into multiple seasons. It was a nightmare scenario that was one of many problems with the peak TV landscape pressing enough to inspire the writers to go on strike.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:45:31 GMT https://collider.com/peak-tv-is-over/ House of the Dragon retells one of the many stories in George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood, but as with any adaptation, the two versions don't look exactly the same. HBO made several changes to the story adjusting and cutting out parts as they saw fit. The result is a series that skips through the years leading up to the Targaryen civil war and drops many plot points from Martin's original story. While some of the changes benefit the story, others do it a disservice. For one thing, while the show has many different characters, few have the time they deserve. The leads, Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy), Alicent (Olivia Cooke), Daemon (Matt Smith), and Viserys (Paddy Considine), are explored in depth, but the secondary characters are often forgotten. For example, Laena Velaryon (Nanna Blondell) often appears but does very little. Many of the skipped plot points involve Laena, from her willful ways as a child to her claiming the dragon Vhagar.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:46:30 GMT https://collider.com/house-of-the-dragon-season-1-rhaenyra-laena/ Even though Paramount+ is one of the relatively new services on the streaming scene, it has a ton of great content. Paramount+ was made by the combination of CBS All Access and Viacom after their merger in 2019. Since that merger, they have had access to a healthy amount of content for a mixture of audiences. With Nickelodeon for the kids, Star Trek for some sci-fi fans, plus a good amount of docu-series and TV shows, Paramount+ is an excellent affordable option for only 4.99 a month with ads. And whether you're just considering a subscription or if you're already on the service, this guide will help you find the best shows to watch on Paramount+. Ready? Let's begin then!

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:01:29 GMT https://collider.com/best-shows-on-paramount-plus-right-now/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first six episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-6-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first five episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:00:32 GMT https://collider.com/fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-5-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Loki Season 2, Episode 2.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-avengers-reference/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Season 2 of The Wheel of Time.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:00:32 GMT https://collider.com/wheel-of-time-season-2-best-change-from-book-mat/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the first four episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:00:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher-episode-4-recap/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Episodes 1-4 of Gen V

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 02:01:31 GMT https://collider.com/gen-v-cate-betrayal/ Big Brother is a social game where people live in a house and evict each other every week. The way to get the power to choose who is in danger is by winning competitions. Some of the competitions rely on luck, others rely on memory, but most of them rely on speed and athleticism. Most of the competitions are also in favor of taller people. This leads to more men winning, which could lead to the women being vulnerable. Here are some changes that could make everyone an equal competitor on the CBS show.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-competitions-that-would-make-game-equal/ American Horror Story spoiled us. In many ways, we weren't able to fully comprehend just how good we had it those first four seasons until it was all yanked out from under us like a massive rug. We literally had Jessica Lange leading a cast-wide sing-a-long and dance to "The Name Game" in the middle of a 1964 asylum... if that's not evidence enough that we had it made in the shade in the early days of American Horror Story, then I don't know what is. Tragically, Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story franchise lost its luster once Season 4 came to a close back in 2015. And while it feels sacrilegious to write out that statement, almost every iteration that came after American Horror Story: Freak Show has been a bit of a mess in its own right. Most of us were pretty crushed after hearing that Jessica Lange wouldn't be returning for Season 5, but news of Lady Gaga's arrival put a temporary bandage on the situation. That is, until Season 5 actually came along. Now with American Horror Story: Delicate, it appears Kim Kardashian's casting might have been a similar situation.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:15:28 GMT https://collider.com/american-horror-story-season-4-should-have-ended/ Bones was one of the more unique crime procedural shows that FOX ever aired. While there have been quite a few investigative thrillers focused on the cops and secret agents that solve crimes, Bones featured a team of forensic anthropologists and FBI agents who examine deceased individuals in their postmortal state. Since Bones took a more scientific approach to its subject material, the series was able to avoid many of the storytelling cliches that had become common in other criminal investigation shows. However, that didn’t mean that Bones didn’t feature a great rogue’s gallery; the serial killer Chrisopher Pelant (Andrew Leeds) is among the most ruthless screen antagonists to ever haunt broadcast television.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:00:33 GMT https://collider.com/bones-worst-criminal-christopher-pelant/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for the Season 1 finale of The Walking Dead: Daryl DixonThe Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon wraps up Season 1 in an ambiguous conclusion, hinting at big decisions being made and a flurry of new stakes for the future. The Season 1 finale, "Coming Home" picks up right where the penultimate episode leaves — with Norman Reedus's Daryl Dixon stranded in a gladiator ring up against a super-powered walker and Sister Isabelle (Clémence Poésy) locked up with Laurent (Louis Puech Scigliuzzi) by her side. With the help of the L'Union, Daryl manages to escape Genet's (Anna Charrier) compound and finally completes the nun's quest to deliver Laurent to the Nest. Receiving a joyous reception at the island, Daryl is given the opportunity and resources to return home, the question is: does he?

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 01:45:32 GMT https://collider.com/the-walking-dead-daryl-dixon-season-1-ending-explained/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Bob's Burgers Season 14.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:01:48 GMT https://collider.com/bobs-burgers-season-14-regular-sized-rudy/ The Netflix original series Love is Blind has been at the center of controversy since the beginning of the popular dating show. However, past contestants have been vocal about their treatment and living conditions during and after the show. Former contestants like Briana Holmes - and ex-marital couple Nick Thompson and Danielle Ruhl - have spoken openly about their experience on the show and how it has affected their lives since their respective seasons' conclusion. The complaints and allegations against the Netflix show have seemingly gone overlooked until recent sexual assault allegations have caused the need for more attention to the actual work environment behind the scenes. A closer look at past contestants' grievances, accompanied by the latest allegations, exposes the failure of a TV show's ability to properly support contestants.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/love-is-blind-lawsuit-mistreatment-history/ Just when you thought the sultry summer days of Love Island USA had come to an end, the sun rises once again for an extended season. Love Island Games, the first international spinoff of the popular reality dating show premieres on Peacock, November 1st, with new episodes streaming six days a week.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:15:30 GMT https://collider.com/love-island-games-premiere-cast/ Produced by BBC and Amazon Prime, the six-part miniseries starring Emily Blunt burst out of the gate with some of the best small-screen moments on TV in 2022. Tackling themes like colonization, institutional racism, and the general disempowerment of women in the 1900s, The English might just be one of the best Western shows to have taken the streaming platform by storm this year. Since the miniseries covers a number of important topics, viewers cannot help but wonder if the show is based on a real-world story.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/the-english-show-real-story/ The new adaptation of the iconic anime and manga series One Piece has been a breakout success for Netflix. The show was incredibly well received by critics and audiences alike, and it’s already been picked up for a second season. The overwhelming success of One Piece has erased much of the negativity surrounding Netflix's previous Hollywood live-action adaptation of Cowboy Bebop, which was canceled weeks after its debut on the streamer.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 01:15:29 GMT https://collider.com/fullmetal-alchemist-live-action-series/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for The Fall of the House of Usher.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 02:45:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-fall-of-the-house-of-usher-edgar-allan-poe-references/ Jada Pinkett Smith has been on everyone's mind since her exclusive interview with TODAY's Hoda Kotb. Jada's new memoir Worthy reveals information about her marriage to legendary actor Will Smith and the late musician Tupac Shakur. Jada and Will have frequently been in the headlines in recent years. In 2016, Will joined Jada in her call to boycott the Academy Awards due to a lack of diversity among nominations. In 2020, during an episode of her talk show Red Table Talk, actors Jada and Will openly discussed her "entanglement" with singer August Alsina that ended years ago. However, Will Smith walking onstage at the Academy Awards to assault comedian Chris Rock in 2022 would be the turning point that would cause fans to divide on who is at fault. Jada's new book, Worthy, gives extensive insight into her perspective and feelings during various moments in her life, but the moments shared with her husband, Will, are missing one thing: reality television cameras.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/jada-pinkett-smith-will-smith-reality-show/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Season 2 of The Wheel of Time and minor book spoilers for Robert Jordan's book series.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:01:46 GMT https://collider.com/the-wheel-of-time-season-2-nynaeve-channeling-issues/ Caroline Manzo was known on The Real Housewives of New Jersey for her no-nonsense attitude, but it seems to have made Real Housewives Ultimate Girl Trip adventure a disaster, especially with her relationship with Brandi Glanville. The two didn't get along, which makes sense considering their personalities are vastly different with Manzo as a conversation spirit and Glanville being a partier. But it got so bad that neither finished the week-long trip, with Manzo leaving before production concluded, and Glanville being asked to leave by production. The controversies surrounding Season 4 have made for a season that fans cannot wait to see later this year, but this relationship is getting the most attention.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/caroline-manzo-brandi-glanville-rhugt-controversy/ During his two seasons on Selling the OC, Tyler Stranland, a Laguna Beach native, has had a rough time. His recent exit announcement doesn't come as a surprise, as he's been in the hot seat given his personal life. The surfer boy-type realtor had already delved into selling real estate through his father’s mentorship, but his affairs on the show make for a convenient exit as season three approaches. He’s been under fire now for having three personal affairs in the midst of his divorce process with actress Brittany Snow, and his family leverage in real estate was already not a great look on him. Sure enough, Stanaland announced that he would not be joining the Selling Sunset spinoff for its third season.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:35 GMT https://collider.com/tyler-stanaland-exit-from-oppenheim-group-selling-the-oc/ Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride) has been missing from the world of The Walking Dead since the flagship show concluded last year, but this is about to change with the announcement Killer Carol is returning to The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon in the Season 1 finale. Carol will make a cameo appearance in the popular AMC drama’s finale before reprising the role of the fan favorite character full-time in the second season, which will be called The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon — The Book of Carol. This is exciting news for fans who've stayed with The Walking Dead since the very beginning and it's sure to offer viewers another interesting expansion of Daryl Dixon.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 03:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/the-walking-dead-daryl-dixon-carol-recap/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Season 2 of The Wheel of Time.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:45:34 GMT https://collider.com/wheel-of-time-season-2-lan/ Edith Wharton's novel The Buccaneers has been adapted into a series for Apple TV+ and will premiere on November 8. The series will certainly be compared to Sanditon, the much-beloved Jane Austen adaptation whose third season aired earlier this year on PBS and BritBox. Both are historical romance novels written by literary icons. More specifically, The Buccaneers, just like Sanditon, was not completed at the time of the author's death. But Austen only finished a few chapters of Sanditon – the series departs from her story almost immediately – whereas Wharton finished about three fifths of The Buccaneers, which was published in its unfinished state after she died and is often considered one of her best novels. Read on for more of what to expect from Apple TV+'s The Buccaneers.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 03:45:30 GMT https://collider.com/the-buccaneers-apple-tv-edith-wharton/ A new season of Rick and Morty is about to premiere on Adult Swim, but beyond the mystery surrounding the new voices of the titular characters after Justin Roiland's exit from the series, the new episodes will tackle one of the biggest lingering questions remaining in the world of the animated comedy. The Smith family has gone through a lot of interstellar adventures together, as their dynamic continues to change as time goes on. Here's everything you need to remember from the previous season of Rick and Morty ahead of the seventh installment's premiere on October 15.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 21:16:29 GMT https://collider.com/rick-and-morty-season-6-recap/ The women of Married to Medicine are in the house and taking appointments. For those of you suffering from post-M2M blues, this season’s trailer has delivered a surprise new arrival. Mariah Huq’s appearance in this season’s promotional video for Season 10 has got everyone talking and asking the question: Is she coming back on the show? Before we try to answer these questions, let's confirm what we know for certain who's out and who's in for the new season. Leaving the show is Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, who joined in season five, also gone is Anila Sajja, who arrived in season eight. The new faces coming in include The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Phaedra Parks, Latesha Lunceford, who is soon to be the wife of Dr. Gregory Lunceford, and friend Dr. Alicia Egolum. Returning for season 10 are the stalwart cast members Dr. Jacqueline Walters, Dr. Simone Whitmore, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Toya Bush-Harris, and Quad Webb. Married to Medicine Season 10 premieres Sunday, Nov. 5 at 9:15 p.m. on Bravo

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/married-to-medicine-season-10-trailer-mariah-huq/ Editor's note: The following contains spoilers for Season 2, Episode 2 of Loki.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 01:50:30 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-episode-2-recap/ Despite creating a solid framework with its original cast in the first few seasons, Bones made a baffling decision in its third season with the character of Zack Addy (Eric Milligen). Although Zack was originally introduced as both the best friend of Jack Hodgins (T.J. Thyne) and an essential bit of comic relief within the series, the character was removed from the core cast after a strange storyline involving a serial killer known as “The Gormogon” (Laurence Todd Rosenthal). While Zack’s departure was deeply unfortunate, Bones attempted to make up for his absence through the introduction of various “squintern” characters that could potentially fill his place. Although there were many “squintern” characters introduced that complimented the main characters, Joel David Moore’s role as the unusually demented forensic intern Colin Fisher was interesting in his own right. Of all the “squinterns,” Fisher felt like he had the potential to be a recurring cast member.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:30:30 GMT https://collider.com/bones-best-squintern-fisher/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Season 3 of Lupin.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:00:54 GMT https://collider.com/lupin-season-3-unanswered-questions/ Whenever something noteworthy or downright idiotic takes social media by storm, a diehard Simpsons fan will appear in the comments with a GIF, video, or screen grab to prove that the brilliant prognosticators on the show's writing staff predicted the event and/or calamity long ago. What became something of a meme on Twitter and other social media platforms resulted in a slew of list-based articles opining the show's divinely accurate soothsaying. But many of these so-called predictions can be boiled down to a philosophy one might refer to as Simpsons' razor. This is a humorous spin on an actual real philosophy, Occam's razor, which suggests that the simplest explanation is often the best one. Simpsons' razor, in contrast, is a philosophy stating that the dumbest possible result is often the most likely. The comedy writers on The Simpsons may appear to be predicting future events, but in reality, they are constructing satiric barbs that mock society's stupidity by exaggerating it. The Simpson family isn't predicting the future; our modern society is simply racing The Simpsons to see who can present the dumbest possible outcome for humanity.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 03:15:32 GMT https://collider.com/the-simpsons-predictions-explained/ There's no denying that The Chosen, a small, independent television series about the life of Jesus Christ and His followers, has become a global phenomenon. Since filmmaking began over 100 years ago, biblical epics have been re-told time and again, with new takes on the familiar stories. (The Prince of Egypt, anyone?) Be it the tales of Moses, Samson, or King David, the Bible has remained consistent source material for Hollywood for decades, even if most adaptations are a poor reflection of the scriptures (looking at you, Noah...). So what makes The Chosen any different? Is this, too, another Hollywood take on the greatest story ever told? It's actually anything but Hollywood.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 22:30:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-chosen-tv-series/ Steven Spielberg is one of the most iconic filmmakers of all time, but he also tried his hand at the small screen with the anthology series Amazing Stories. This show ran from 1985 to 1987, and unlike most other classic anthology shows that you think of, this one doesn't fall into the trappings of TV horror. Instead, Amazing Stories tells new stories every week that feel like mini-movies from the master himself, with touches of fantasy, sci-fi, drama, and comedy here and there. Not only that, it was also a hot commodity for actors to drop in and guest star on. Many of the '80s biggest names have appeared on this show, to varying degrees. It might not be the most well-known series from the 1980s, but it is a fascinating one to look back on and has a lot of gems waiting for new audiences to uncover.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 02:00:29 GMT https://collider.com/steven-spielberg-amazing-stories/ Editor's Note: The following article contains spoilers for Loki Season 2.Jonathan Majors' Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as He Who Remains in Loki Season 1 is so good, that it actually works to the detriment of his second and more essential character, Kang the Conqueror. Frankly, Phase 5 of the MCU has frankly gotten off to a bit of a weird start with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023). While not the worst superhero film ever made, the third film in the Ant-Man series feels like it's trying to do way too much while accomplishing very little. All at once, it's trying to be a straightforward movie about Ant-Man (Paul Rudd) and his family, trying to introduce a new facet of the MCU with the Quantum Realm, and introduce the franchise's next big bad. That last goal is undoubtedly the most important to achieve, and thankfully the film gets close to accomplishing it thanks to another fantastic performance from Jonathan Majors as Kang.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:45:30 GMT https://collider.com/ant-man-and-the-wasp-quantumania-loki-kang-the-conqueror/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Episode 2 of Loki Season 2.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 00:01:33 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-episode-2-easter-eggs/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Episodes 1-4 of Gen V

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 02:15:32 GMT https://collider.com/gen-v-the-boys-presents-diabolical-ironcast/ Sixteen chefs all well-seasoned in the world of Julia Child are about to put their culinary skills to the test in the new five-part tournament Chopped: Julia Child’s Kitchen. Ted Allen will host the five-episode series featuring chefs with a soft spot for Child. Using their skills and artistry they will put a modern spin on Child’s classic recipes. Chopped: Julia Child’s Kitchen premieres Tuesday, November 14th at 8 pm ET on Food Network. With passion and creativity, the chefs will face off in four preliminary rounds for a place in the finale where they will battle it out for the ultimate gastronome grand prize – a $25,000 Julia Child-themed trip to France. Their task will be to put an innovative twist on Julia’s recipes using mystery basket ingredients inspired by her classic French dishes. The competitors will not just be using their culinary skills, but also their knowledge of what makes Julia Child so iconic.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:30:31 GMT https://collider.com/chopped-julia-childs-kitchen-food-network/ The leaves are changing colors and pumpkin-flavored desserts are back in season, so you know what that means: it's time for your annual Gilmore Girls marathon. And with that cozy fall rewatch comes the inevitable question: where exactly is Stars Hollow in real life, and how fast can you pack up all of your belongings and move there immediately? The bad news, of course, is that the charming picturesque home to Gilmore Girls' beloved, eccentric townies doesn't exist, at least not in the way you imagine. But you can visit Stars Hollow — at the famous Warner Bros. Studios backlot, that is.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 10:30:33 GMT https://collider.com/gilmore-girls-filming-locations/ If you were watching anime in 2011, you most likely remember Blue Exorcist. It was a popular shōnen at the time, though maybe not at the level of Hunter x Hunter or Gintama, which both came out the same year. The series has two seasons, a film, and an OVA. There is also a new season on the horizon for January 2024, though no concrete premiere date has been announced. Even so, there’s no time like the present to try and get involved with the series. Blue Exorcist is adapted from a manga of the same name that is penned by Kazue Kato. It is a dark fantasy series that follows teenager Rin Okumura, a boy who often finds himself in trouble despite his good heart. When his and his brother Yukio’s surrogate father is killed by Satan, they find out that Satan is their true father, and Rin’s demonic powers are awakened. Rin vows revenge on Satan and begins studying under Yukio to become an exorcist.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 08:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/blue-exorcist-in-order-how-to-watch/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 2 of Loki.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:45:29 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-zaniac-brad-wolfe/ Saturday Night Live is back, baby! But where do we even begin? Season 48 ended quite abruptly in April when the WGA went on strike, making Ana de Armas’ episode with musical guest Karol G the last new one for roughly five months. Yes, SNL takes off for the summer anyway, but the premature ending from the much-needed Hollywood shake-up meant we missed out on Succession star Kieran Culkin returning (already!) to host, as well as The White Lotus Emmy winner and overall icon Jennifer Coolidge in her hosting debut.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:00:29 GMT https://collider.com/snl-pete-davidson-best-sketches-ranked/ There's a handful of series that come to mind when anime is discussed, and Sailor Moon is near the top of the list. Naoko Takeuchi's story of teenage girls was unlike anything that had come before; it deftly blended elements of the tokusatsu series Super Sentai with the more standard tropes of shoujo manga, leading to a unique hybrid. It continues to inspire various animated projects, including Pixar's Turning Red. There's even a channel on the Pluto TV streaming service that plays Sailor Moon 24/7!

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:01:32 GMT https://collider.com/sailor-moon-censorship/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Loki Season 2, Episode 2.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:00:30 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-sylvie-reunion/ Although John Wick: Chapter 4 offered a fairly definitive conclusion to the story of Keanu Reeves’ titular hitman, the world of John Wick is being rapidly expanded. It was clear from the first film that Wick himself is part of a larger network of spies, assassins, and killers that work under the High Table, and we’re now just getting to see some of those other stories told. The Peacock original series The Continental: From The World of John Wick explores the early exploits of Wick’s mentor Winston Scott (Colin Woodell), and Len Wiseman’s upcoming spinoff film Ballerina will explore the adventures of the new heroine Rooney (Ana de Armas). It’s exciting to see that the John Wick universe will go on, even if the character himself has departed, as many of the films have hinted at some of the other players in this world whose stories have yet to be completed. Now that Wick has joined his wife in death, it’s about time that the films check in on Halle Berry’s Sofia Al-Azwar.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:31:30 GMT https://collider.com/john-wick-halle-berry-sofia-spinoff/ Gen V, Prime Video's new spinoff series of The Boys, follows a group of aspiring college aged Supes learning to harness their powers at Godolkin University. In The Boys universe, being a Supe doesn't make you a hero, and superpowers often have a dark side, which Gen V explores through a cast of younger characters competing with each other and exploring future career paths. Characters like Marie Moreau (Jaz Sinclair) and Emma Meyer (Lizzie Broadway) — who essentially have to engage in self-harm in order to use their powers — show how different students’ powers negatively affect their personal lives, familial relationships, and self-image to the point where it seems like their powers do more harm than good.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:45:35 GMT https://collider.com/misfits-tv-show/ A writer moves into an old house with plans to rejuvenate her career and a strained family relationship, but supernatural horror shreds the “home sweet home” doormat and all its positive vibes. If this sounds familiar, that’s what Shining Vale on Starz is hoping for! It has fun with throwing in references, homages, and twisting up horror movie tropes you know and love. The ball that rolls across the floor in a creepy attic? That’s just a yappy dog eager to play. The author who may or may not be seeing a ghost? That’s a foul-mouthed, horny, and guilty Courteney Cox, who might not mind getting possessed, should it mean a hot new book will be written. The series is not a parody, it’s a horror-dark comedy and a showcase for Cox’s range. With eight half-hour episodes, you have plenty of time to catch up before Season 2 premieres — but if you need a fast refresher, here's your Season 1 recap of everything that goes down in Shining Vale.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:17:01 GMT https://collider.com/shining-vale-season-1-recap/ During its original nine-year run on Fox, The X-Files was no stranger to pushing boundaries. From aliens to serial killers and government conspiracies to vicious monsters, virtually no terrifying or mysterious stone was left unturned over 202 episodes. But no episode can lay claim to the impact of the fourth season's second episode. Titled "Home," it premiered on October 11, 1996, and instantly garnered notoriety for its graphic content. Pulling no punches, the controversial episode tackled taboo subject matter including incest and infanticide and was infamously barred from airing on television for a full three years. And when it did finally return to viewers' living rooms, "Home" became the first of the series to receive a TV-MA rating.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:45:31 GMT https://collider.com/x-files-episode-home-banned/ Selling Sunset returns for Season 7 and the cast last season is returning to sell more properties to millionaires and billionaires. Of course, there will also be drama. The arguments between real estate agents are probably the most important thing about their standing on the Netflix show with fashion and selling properties behind that. Heather El Moussa isn't in the official season 7 poster, which is suspicious.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:46:35 GMT https://collider.com/heather-rae-el-moussa-selling-sunset-season-7-poster/ This year’s reboot of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New York brought a whole new group of housewives to the show. Among a real estate developer, a brand ambassador, a former model, a content creator, and a fashion publicist, Jenna Lyons stands out as the most fashion-oriented of them all. Her past work speaks for her as the former Executive Creative Director of J.Crew Group, as she transformed the company from a men’s catalog-focused brand into the fashion household name that it is today.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/jenna-lyons-influencer-real-houewives-of-new-york/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Season 2 Episode 2 of Loki.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 02:45:32 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-sylvie-loki/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Episode 2 of Loki Season 2.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 20:16:32 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-tva/ Big Brother 25 is still going strong with its longest season yet. Houseguests are competing for $750,000 perform in competitions to gain the power to potentially evict other houseguests from the game. Fans love it for the constant strategy and players. But while fans watch the tail end of the season, they should also tune into House of Villains on E!, Bravo, SYFY, and USA.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:01:31 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-house-of-villains/ Back in 2007, Gilmore Girls aired its series finale "Bon Voyage," and while it's always hard to say goodbye to a show you've grown to love, fans of the series found it difficult for an entirely different reason: they simply didn't like it. After seven seasons and 153 episodes of humor, hardships, and coffee — lots and lots of coffee — fans were expecting a fond and fitting farewell to Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel) but were ultimately disappointed. But while it may not have been the finale — or season — fans wanted, the OG Gilmore Girls finale doesn't deserve the bad rep it gets. In fact, it actually did a decent job of closing Lorelai and Rory's chapter, and it deserves a second chance.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:45:31 GMT https://collider.com/gilmore-girls-season-7-finale-defense/ When we think about cults, we usually think back on the well-known historical cult leaders and activities with the benefit of hindsight. Last year’s Hulu limited series, The Deep End, changed the perception of cults by documenting a modern-day cultish community that stemmed from the teachings of Teal Swan.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 06:45:33 GMT https://collider.com/the-deep-end-documentary-teal-swan/ Get ready for a huge weekend of TV, because the entire movie industry evacuated their release dates after Taylor Swift swept in and claimed this weekend on the calendar. The only major film hitting theaters this weekend is Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, a concert film that documents the massive tour that she just went on over the summer. Those shows were a massive deal, so this project is looking to be the next big wave of that phenomenon. If concert films aren't really your thing, then the small screen is where you will want to direct your attention. First off, The Fall of the House of Usher, Netflix's next big Mike Flanagan project, will be hitting the streamer. This time, the acclaimed horror filmmaker is bringing Edgar Allen Poe stories to life, all with the help of Carla Gugino, Bruce Greenwood, Mary McDonnell, Henry Thomas, and more. Shudder, on the other hand, is debuting the fourth season of Creepshow, Greg Nicotero's spin on the classic anthology horror movies of the same name.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/what-to-watch-this-weekend/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Episode 2 of Chucky Season 3.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:00:32 GMT https://collider.com/chucky-season-3-ms-fairchild-death/ [TW: This article discusses the general topic of eating disorders and how they are portrayed in To the Bone, Gossip Girl, Black Swan, and Ginny and Georgia.]

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:15:30 GMT https://collider.com/eating-disorders-movies-shows/ Julia Roberts is to rom-coms as pepperoni is to pizza, which is why it's easy to forget that she's actually had just as successful a career within the thriller genre as she's had in romantic comedies. She's been the girl slinging pizza behind the counter in Connecticut in Mystic Pizza, and, of course, she's been the pretty woman in the appropriately titled Pretty Woman. But at the same time, she's also had to fake her own death to get away from an abusive husband in Sleeping With the Enemy and stay one step ahead of being killed seemingly by her own government with The Pelican Brief. Basically, Julia Roberts has done it all, but when it comes to thrillers, there's no stopping her.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:00:54 GMT https://collider.com/julia-roberts-thrillers/ Francesca Farago recently announced that she bought a home and is planning an elaborate destination wedding with her fiancé, Jesse Sullivan. But how does the reality TV star afford her lavish lifestyle, and what is her net worth? She became a public figure on shows like Too Hot to Handle and Perfect Match, but that’s not how she earned the bulk of her impressive income. Here's how the Netflix star makes her money, including social media sponsorships, her OnlyFans account, and her business, Farago the Label.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 15:01:33 GMT https://collider.com/perfect-match-francesca-farago-business-net-worth/ Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for Loki Season 2.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 01:45:31 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-magic/ To say Uno Nomesta's (Guy Roberts) death in Episode 3 was a shock to many book fans of The Wheel of Time is an understatement. Uno, in the books, is a foul-mouthed Shienaran warrior who would only attempt to hold his tongue in front of women. This is pretty much exactly who we are presented with within the show, right down to his topknot, missing an eye, and sporting that very stylish eye patch. But there is one important detail that was changed: He survived the Seanchan in the books. This is new territory for the character of Uno as a Hero of the Horn, what does that mean for the future? Uno has always been a fan-favorite character in The Wheel of Time. Not only is his constant cursing hilarious in many different situations, but he is an awesome warrior and carried himself through the entire book series. Guy Roberts captured the essence of Uno fantastically, even in the short screen time he had in the first and second seasons. So his death in Episode 3 of Season 2 was a very shocking event for book fans, but his brutal execution was not for nothing, it provides a lot of depth for the show to explore, even at the expense of him.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:31 GMT https://collider.com/the-wheel-of-time-season-2-finale-uno/ Out of the many tropes used within the romance genre, the most disliked is probably the love triangle. It’s generally considered a tired trope that’s mostly associated with stories directed at young adults. In reality, though, love triangles date back to Shakespearean times, and over the years there have been many exceptional shows and movies that make use of the trope to tell us something insightful about people and romance. But it's perilously easy for the love triangle trope to fall into clichés and mediocrity. It’s worsened by the fact that most TV shows with romantic prospects seem to feel obligated to introduce an unwarranted love triangle arc just for the sake of forwarding the plot. And this is what happened with How I Met Your Mother season 3 onwards when the show started hinting at a triangle shaping up around Ted (Josh Radnor), Barney (Neil Patrick Harris), and Robin (Cobie Smulders). Though the show tried really hard to sell it, spanning the arc across multiple season, it never felt quite right.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 12:31:31 GMT https://collider.com/how-i-met-your-mother-love-triangle-barney-ted-robin/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 01:15:36 GMT https://collider.com/jujutsu-kaisen-season-2-satoru-gojo/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Loki Season 2.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 02:00:34 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-mobius/ The Walking Dead wrapped up its final season in late 2022, but not before setting the stage for several spin-off stories following a number of characters from the core cast. The series even closed out with essentially a trailer for the upcoming series that will follow Rick Grimes, played by Andrew Lincoln, the show's first and primary protagonist, and Michonne, played by Danai Gurira, who left the series in Season 10, Episode 13, "What We Become," to search for Rick and bring him home to their children and their found family. This spin-off is hotly anticipated as it can finally shed light on where Rick has been in the years that have passed since Season 9, Episode 5 when he was taken away in a mysterious helicopter. Another series also sees Daryl Dixon, played by fan favorite Norman Reedus, set off on an international adventure in Europe. But there is one spin-off that doesn't make much sense for The Walking Dead lore: The Walking Dead: Dead City.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 02:00:35 GMT https://collider.com/rick-michonne-walking-dead-spinoff-maggie-negan/ Ghostwatch was a 90-minute TV special presented as a piece of live television that aired on the BBC on Halloween night in 1992, and despite the fact that there were some pre-credits, many viewers were fooled into believing it was real. The premise saw a ghost investigation spiral out of control with increasingly terrifying results. No one could have prepared for the impact it would go on to have on British audiences, least of all writer Stephen Volk. When he first concocted the idea for Ghostwatch, it was intended to be a six-part series.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 06:46:31 GMT https://collider.com/ghostwatch-bbc-fake-live-special/ Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Loki Episode 2.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 07:15:33 GMT https://collider.com/loki-season-2-mobius-past-life/ Garcelle Beauvais has kept herself busy in terms of her film and TV gigs throughout the years. And rightfully so, she now stars in Hulu's 5-episode miniseries The Other Black Girl, which premiered on September 13. She also debuted as a producer in Lifetime's Black Girl Missing earlier this year. With an extensive résumé in the entertainment industry, Beauvais has been staying true to herself in Hollywood and speaking up for minorities whenever she has the chance. Her acting journey includes her memorable roles on The Jamie Foxx Show with Jamie Foxx, Coming to America, NYPD Blue, and more. Only to be surpassed by her joining the cast of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for Season 10 as the first Black housewife on the cast.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:31:31 GMT https://collider.com/garcelle-beauvais-career-before-real-housewives-of-beverly-hills/ Art imitates life in the funniest ways and anime is no exception in spite of the ridiculous over-the-top energy pulsing through the genre at all times, which is why it should only come as a slight surprise that one of anime’s most iconic villains, Frieza (Ryūsei Nakao) from Dragon Ball Z fame, is actually based off of real estate speculators during the Japanese asset price bubble between 1986 and 1991. If Godzilla is after all based on the fear of radiation poisoning as a result of atomic bomb testing, it makes sense that Dragon Ball series creator Akira Toriyama would base his own big bad off of a very real crisis that led to what was known in Japan as ‘the Lost Decades.’ It’s the equivalent of basing Thanos off of the 2008 financial crisis; hardly a bad idea, as there’s hardly a better target to funnel an audience’s rage towards than those whose malpractice ushered millions of livelihoods into extreme debt and disarray.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:31:31 GMT https://collider.com/dragon-ball-z-frieza-true-story/ The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City was front and center, with reality TV star Mary Cosby leading the pack in a night of sarcasm and laughs. Mary joined guest author, Ziwe, as they appeared on Andy Cohen's late-night talk show Watch What Happens Live on October 10. Fans adore Mary for her blunt opinions and audacious personality, which was on display as the guests dished on everything housewives-related. Andy mentioned that the duo (Mary and Ziwe) were highly requested, and it's no surprise to see why, with their impromptu personalities. Housewives are known for appearing on WWHL and shaking up the Housewife universe, but Andy was surprised to find out what the RHOSLC star would deliver. Although Mary is a fan-favorite of RHOSLC, how far is too far when having an opinion on display?

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:45:35 GMT https://collider.com/mary-cosby-the-real-housewives-of-salt-lake-city/ Chainsaw Man was one of 2022's most anticipated arrivals onto the shōnen anime scene, and newer fans of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s masterpiece have been eager to learn what the gore-infested, devil craze is all about! The original story follows the Public Safety Devil Hunters, a government agency devoted to protecting citizens from death-threatening devils across Japan. After Denji (Toya Kikunosuke), a young man without a home or family, is suddenly murdered by the Yakuza, his pet, dog-like devil, Pochita, offers him a deal to merge their bodies together. Miraculously, the teenager is revived and granted the power to transform his body parts into chainsaws, and Denji joins the Tokyo Special Division 4, where he meets extraordinary devil hunters, including Makima (Kusunoki Tomori), Power (Fairouz Ai), Himeno (Ise Mariya), and — of course — his badass mentor Aki Hayakawa (Sakata Shougo). Without the guidance of his compelling best pal, Denji would have easily lost himself in the chaotic purge of devil slaying. The deuteragonist may seem coldhearted on the outside, but Aki proves himself to be the most prominent figure in the show from his determined motivation, silent, caring demeanor, and bittersweet backstory that make him irresistible for new and loyal fans of the sensational animated series.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:16:30 GMT https://collider.com/chainsaw-man-aki-best-character/ In 2013, the popularity of the reality competition series Survivor was at an all-time high. Even today the CBS series is still pulling in regularly impressive numbers, with it about to embark on its 45th season with an all-new cast. 2013 was also a time when fans of Lost were on the hunt for their next new obsession, as the surreal disaster series concluded in 2010. A show that throws a group of strangers into a deadly survival environment packed to the brim with mystery, action, and suspense. What happens when you combine the nonscripted drama of Survivor and the fictionalized mystery of Lost? You get an overlooked and forgotten NBC series called Siberia (not to be confused with the Keanu Reeves film from 2018 and the Willem Dafoe film from 2019 of the same name).

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 22:15:31 GMT https://collider.com/siberia-tv-show-nbc/ CBS has turned its status as America’s “most watched network” into a slogan thanks in large part to the NCIS franchise. Charting strong after almost 20 years, the original NCIS was the most-watched primetime scripted series of the 2021-2022 season. Itself a spin-off of JAG, it spun off into NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, NCIS: Hawai’i, and the upcoming NCIS: Sydney. While most viewers probably don’t watch NCIS for realism, speculating about audience motivation is a futile exercise that may not even reflect on the potential irresponsibility of the work in question. NCIS is wildly inaccurate, and in an age of increased sensitivity toward depictions of law enforcement in popular entertainment, accuracy matters when that entertainment is, in fact, the most popular.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:15:32 GMT https://collider.com/how-accurate-is-ncis/ The Real Housewives of Orange County has always promoted as being a franchise seeped in a "fun time." Lots of partying, day drinking, and wine consumption is displayed. Some of its stars, like Gina Kirschenheiter, have turned to a life of sober living. But despite such, it can feel like the show itself and the housewives on it are designed to fall into this pattern of substance abuse. The most recent to be in the news for her use of alcohol is Shannon Beador. After a DUI and hit-and-run charge in September, Beador has enrolled herself in an outpatient behavioral wellness program that includes an alcohol component treatment option.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:00:33 GMT https://collider.com/shannon-beador-drinking-history-real-housewives-of-orange-county/ Earlier this week, accompanying news that Daredevil: Born Again was going to be getting an overhaul, a piece in The Hollywood Reporter revealed the bigger picture: Marvel Studios is starting over in its approach to its television shows. The original concept of making small-screen Marvel Studios productions that were all limited-run projects, as well as how those shows were produced, was going out the window. Additionally, it was confirmed that the studio would be implementing two significant changes: shooting pilots for its TV shows and hiring showrunners, initiatives that have been in place in the realm of television since the very beginning of the medium. Leave it to one of the biggest companies on the planet to discover such a well-worn method for producing television like it’s the long-buried Ark of the Covenant.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:00:32 GMT https://collider.com/marvel-disney-plus-shows-changes/ Netflix did the unthinkable with their corner of the Marvel universe by building mature superhero stories that seemed to happen in the real world. So, when Marvel Studios brought Charlie Cox back as Matt Murdock for Spider-Man: No Way Home, some fans hoped to see the Devil of Hell's Kitchen return to his gritty ways, just like in Netflix's Daredevil show. As a result, people were disappointed when Cox showed up as a quipping, happy vigilante in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:15:29 GMT https://collider.com/daredevil-born-again-mcu-dark/ When the Showtime series Yellowjackets debuted, the character of Van wasn't supposed to make it through the first season. Actor Liv Hewson was so great though that producers changed their mind. In the recent second season, Lauren Ambrose plays the adult Van, and while she's great in the role, no matter what heights Ambrose or the show soars to, nothing can match what she already did on Six Feet Under. That's not a criticism, as if Ambrose isn't capable of matching that success, rather, it's a compliment of her work. Six Feet Under wasn't just any show. It was widely celebrated in its time and the years since, and its final scene, with Ambrose front and center, was the most perfect series finale goodbye imaginable.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:30:32 GMT https://collider.com/lauren-ambrose-six-feet-under/ Of all the iconic objects in Supernatural ranging from firearms and symbols to locations and costumes, none is more recognizable than the Impala itself. As much as the Winchesters are known for their taste in classic rock and their penchant for beheading monsters, their wheels are easily the most important thing to the demon-slaying brothers. In many ways, the "Metallicar" as it was sometimes called off-screen, was a true "third Winchester," and though other characters have fit that bill, none have quite the same style as this 1967 Chevy Impala.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:31:11 GMT https://collider.com/supernatural-episode-baby/ The horror anthology can be a hit or miss when it comes to characters or plotting. Killing off Twisty (John Carroll Lynch) so early in Freakshow to replace him with Dandy (Finn Wittrock) lost scare power. The nearly season-long flashback for Apocalypse might be forgiven if it delivered on the promised crossover between Coven and Murder House. The longer American Horror Story goes on, flaws are obvious to spot, whereas in previous seasons they might be easily overlooked. However, a part of the show that never fails to creep us out is the opening title sequence, and it can be fun to spot the variations to the revamped audio and visuals when each season arrives. The spinoff, American Horror Stories, has its variants, but the main series is special for where it all began, hiding in hints and clues to key moments in later episodes that the spinoff’s standalone format can’t do. And it wouldn’t be possible if it were not for two Latino creatives who had a major hand in creating the show’s iconic title sequence you know and fear.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:01:31 GMT https://collider.com/american-horror-story-opening-credits/ The entirety of the Lord of the Rings franchise is recognized for its spectacular costume design and characterful make-up that helped to bring J.R.R. Tolkien’s intricate fantasy world to the big screen. But it seems that one aspect of costuming in particular made a subtle dig at a now criminally convicted Hollywood producer. According to an anecdote relayed by Elijah Wood, the design of selected orc masks were modeled on the face of none other than Harvey Weinstein, as a deliberate dig against the Miramax co-founder.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:45:13 GMT https://collider.com/lord-of-the-rings-harvey-weinstein-orcs/ Sometimes, late in a show’s run, an actor will decide it's time for them to depart the series. Whatever the reason may be, it’s often disappointing for the fans, and leaves the showrunners with two options: One, write the character off entirely. Or two, recast the character with someone new. While the most obvious and simple choice would seem to be just writing the character off, some shows do go with the second option and recast a character with someone new. Such was the case with The Fosters, when Jake T. Austin decided he was going to be departing the show. Rather than writing his character off, he was replaced by a new actor, and to put it gently, fans were not happy. From the very first episode of The Fosters Jake T. Austin portrayed Jesus Foster, one half of a set of twins adopted by Lena (Sherri Saum) and Stef Foster (Teri Polo). He and his twin sister Mariana (Cierra Ramirez) had a rough childhood in the foster care system before eventually being adopted by Lena and Stef, and thus becoming a part of a happy family.

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