The Outsiderrecap: You're telling me it's El Coco?

Gibney presents her unbelievable evidence, and finds herself in danger. Its time for the moment of truth on the latest episode ofTheOutsider. Heading back, she goes over everything she has. Credit: HBO She sees the bus hurtling towards a truck. Its all part of whatevers going on; the supernatural being trying to stop the investigation. Everything involving Glory is particularly frustrating. Jeannie has her suspicions confirmed: its the same man she saw in her dining room....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · Kimberly Garrison

The Outsiderstar Ben Mendelsohn opens up about shooting that brutal, horrific finale

Warning: This article contains spoilers for the finale of HBO’sThe Outsider. “They were some of the worst days,” says the Australian actor, who played Det. Ralph Anderson in the HBO crime series based onStephen King’s novel of the same name. Credit: Bob Mahoney/HBO “Those were tough days, intensely difficult… awful fing days.” Don’t hold anything back, Ben! Plus, did Holly’s final words to Ralph mean there will be a second season ofThe Outsider?...

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 572 words · Sandra Montoya

The Outsiderthrows a great cast into a Very Long Procedural: Review

The Stephen King adaptation doesn’t lack for acting artillery, at least. I cant believe how many great actors are onThe Outsider. But here the detective is Ralph Anderson, played by Ben Mendelsohn. Credit: Bob Mahoney/HBO And, at one point in the tense premiere, a lawyer at a driving range answers a phone. The scene is shot from an extreme long angle. Not to mention the boldface names in the credits.The Outsideris aStephen Kingnovel, adapted for television by Richard Price....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 460 words · Jennifer Murray

The Owl Housecreator confirms show features Disney's first bisexual lead character

Disney’sslow but steady marchtoward greater LGBTQ representation continues. (Officially, anyway; we cancontinue to speculateaboutMulan’s Li Shang.) “I’m bi! Disney Channel I want to write a bi character, dammit!” “Luckily my stubbornness paid off and now I am VERY supported by current Disney leadership.” Apparently ‘happiest place on earth’ meant ‘straightest.'" This time, Disney- you did good." The Owl Houseis currently airing new episodes Saturdays at 8:45 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Ryan Johnson

The pandemic is affecting the small screen, too — here's how shows with essential workers will tackle it

It doesn’t take them over, so it doesn’t take the narrative over. We’re taking an aspirational approach.Ruth Kinane Both shows are scheduled to return midseason. There would be no version of us not being able to address whats going on. Jack Zeman / FOX Chicago Fire,Chicago Med, andChicago P.D. “As ourChicagoshows return, of course, the COVID pandemic will be reflected, says Wolf. OnChicago FireandChicago P.D., there will be references to the pandemic but they will be more subtle....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 292 words · Victor Reynolds

The party's leaving: Snooki's snookiestJersey Shoremoments

Ahead of her final Family Vacation episode, look back on the wildest moments from the one-of-a-kind reality star. The party’s here gone. The Cops Are Here! Credit: MTV Maybe youve even found yourself in a little fender-bender without any real language skills to maneuver your way out. That all seems pretty commonplace, but naturally Snooki took that situation to a whole nother level. At least it was convenient for any tickets being issued....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · Cynthia Taylor

The Perks of Being a Wallflowerauthor Stephen Chbosky goes to a dark place withImaginary Friend

The novelist’s first book in 20 years is a shift from heartwarming to chilling. It’s a voice Christopher trusts, although it’s not clear that he should. Not all friends are true ones, especially those that hide who they are. That was a YA novel, a coming of age story. How would you describe this one? A mystery story?Stephen Chbosky:I think it’s all of the above, you know? But told in a more unsettling way....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Tina Dalton

The Personal History of David Copperfieldhas the charm but not the depth of Dickens: Review

Dev Patel shines in the lighthearted adaptation. To a filmmaker in search of a story, aDickensnovel must have an almost torturous allure. They’ve got tragedies and victories, shocks and payoffs, wild imaginings and sharp insights. Searchlight Pictures All this, plus name recognition and the public domain! What’s not to love? For all its careful reconfiguring, however, the film never finds its proper rhythm. In that case, thisPersonal Historyis a worthy addition....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Elizabeth Brown

The Plot Against Americais a moving, terrifying saga of alt-reality fascism: Review

Philip Roth’s acclaimed novel becomes a great HBO miniseries from the creators of The Wire. Its June 1940, and the Levins are a nuclear family ready for the Atomic Age. This Depression has knocked prices down! Illustration by Jennifer Dionisio for EW Herman tells the kids. Nothing makes an American prouder than knowing its the right time to buy real estate. Right now theyre in a Jewish neighborhood on Summit Avenue....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Erica Stewart

The Plot Against Americapremiere recap: Nazis in America

Boys are playing War in the street, and American involvement in WWII is on the horizon. The news is dripping in every day; the Nazis are advancing, theyre moving into France. For now, though, America remains untouched. Credit: Michele K. Short/HBO In fact, the entire country finds itself wondering if the United States evenneedsto get involved. Lets back up though. The focus in the early going isnt political, but rather personal....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Dana Singleton

The Plot Against Americarecap: Nightmare scenario

The truth is, the trauma from this war goes beyond the front lines. The episode ends with Alvin lying in a hospital bed, half of one leg missing. The ripple effects of war. Michele K. Short/HBO And yet, Herman isn’t eager to leave the United States. Bess has other ideas though. She tells him about this plan, but he’s having none of it. Eventually, he gets what he wants: a mission to steal a pulse navigation system from the Nazis....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 215 words · Jeffrey Johnson

The Plot Against Americarecap: The rise of Lindbergh

We’ve jumped ahead a few months. It’s now October 1940, and the general election is around the corner. “Part 2” is largely about fractures. Credit: Michele K. Short/HBO It’s an episode that uses the lives of the characters to explore different ideas of identity and ideology. Herman helps arrange a new job for him, this time driving around the powerful Mr. Steinham. He’s a ruthless, angry man who feels everyone else is beneath him....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 245 words · Christopher Martin

The Politicianrecap binge guide: Episodes 1-8

Episode 1: Pilot Payton Hobart (Ben Platt) wants to be president. Eventually, President of the United States. But first, student body president of Saint Sebastian High School. Netflix But River’s campaign also has a calculated branch in the form of Astrid, Payton’s nemesis. Seeing his campaign in freefall, Payton again confronts his opponent, his earlier threats having fallen flat. After apologizing and professing his love for Payton, River takes his own life in front of his opponent....

May 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1068 words · Matthew Barrett