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Lightning Recs: Running Point
Running Point is an entertaining workplace comedy set in the business-side of running a prestigious basketball team, where money talks and team shenanigans affect more than just your Insta-feed.
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‘All-Star Superman’, ‘Reacher’ S3 x ‘Commando’, ‘Lesbian Space Princess’, Book Talk
Here’s another Geek Girl Riot smorgasbord for you to enjoy, including Superman hot takes, Reacher and Commando mash-ups, and some delicious film & book recs.
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Nicole Kidman’s Picture-Perfect Life Turns Twisted in the ‘Holland’ Trailer
Prime Video’s upcoming thriller is about to lead you up the garden path before tumbling down, down, down the rabbit hole.
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The Lamplighter’s Bookshop: A Charming Romance Set in 19th Century York
The Lamplighter’s Bookshop is a lovely historical romance that will capture both your heart and your imagination.
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Joe Goldberg Counts His Blessings in the Latest ‘YOU’ S5 Teaser
Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) is the luckiest guy in New York. Or so he claims in the latest teaser for YOU season 5.
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Hulu Sets a Release Date for ‘Mid-Century Modern’ Starring Nathan Lane & Matt Bomer
From Will & Grace creators Max Mutchnick & David Kohan and executive producer Ryan Murphy, the comedy series “follows three best friends – gay gentlemen of a certain age”.
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The Revolution Starts Now: The ‘Andor’ S2 Trailer Has Landed
One of Star Wars’ most thrilling series, Andor is coming back for more on April 22.
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The ‘Long Bright River’ Trailer is Gripping
Peacock’s suspense thriller Long Bright River is about to sweep you up in a whirlwind of mystery and murder.
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‘Zero Day’ is a Tense Exploration of a Catastrophic Cyber Attack that Hits a Little Too Close to Home
It’s hard to believe Zero Day is De Niro’s first television series, but it’s not hard to believe that he brings his incredible star power to elevate the narrative.
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Uzo Aduba is On the Case in ‘The Residence’ Trailer
We have never been more excited to see someone completely competent in the White House—and that person is Cordelia Cupp.
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Get a First Look at Netflix’s First English-Language Medical Drama ‘Pulse’
Charge up the defibrillator and stock up on tissues, ’cause Netflix has announced its first English-language medical procedural will be coming for your heart on April 3.
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Lightning Recs: Love is Blind – Season 8
Can you believe it’s been five years since we first entered the pods?
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SCAD TVFest 2025 Wrap-Up
Hear our roundup of this year’s SCAD TVFest, including snippets of panels from Marvel, Hallmark, Sony, and beyond.
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Simone Ashley Looks for a Wedding Date in the ‘Picture This’ Trailer
Our beloved Simone Ashley is on a quest to capture our hearts once again with her upcoming rom-com, Picture This.
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Lightning Recs: The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
Our beloved white wolf, Geralt of Rivia embarks on an epic adventure with Sirens of the Deep.
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A New Era is Born: The ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Trailer is Here
…and with it comes a new trio for a new generation of dino-fans.
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‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ is Sickeningly Compelling
Apple Cider Vinegar is an interesting viewing experience, particularly if you’ve ever dealt with complex health issues.
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Fall in Love with ‘Forever’, Mara Brock Akil’s Judy Blume Adaptation
You never forget your first love.
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Crunchyroll Offers Free Rom-Coms & Heartfelt Anime to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Psst, hey, you: Crunchyroll wants to be your Valentine!
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It’s Game On in the Trailer for ‘Running Point’ Starring Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson is on her A-game in the trailer for her new Netflix series Running Point.
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Detective Delights Abound in the ‘The Residence’ Teaser
“132 rooms. 157 suspects. One dead body. One wildly eccentric detective. One disastrous State Dinner.”
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Lightning Recs: The Recruit – Season 2
The Recruit returns for more spy shenanigans and political chicanery, as Owen makes more messes than ever.
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‘Mo’ Season 2: Coming Home
Our favorite small-time hustler with big-time dreams Mo (Mo Amer) is back for another round.
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Whachudoin’? with Cinco Paul, Oscar Nominations with Brandon Troy, ‘Harlem’ S3
We chat with Cinco Paul about Schmigadoon!’s stage adaptation, before Sherin throws the mic to Brandon Troy to chat Oscar nominations. Finally, we dig into season 3 of Harlem.
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Get a First Look at Peacock’s Thriller Series ‘Long Bright River’ Starring Amanda Seyfried
Based on the #1 New York Times bestselling novel by Liz Moore, Long Bright River is a suspense thriller series coming to Peacock on Thursday, March 13.
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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Trailer Takes Us to Thailand
New resort, new guests, same aura of dark comedic mystery.
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Set Sail for Adventure with ‘One Piece’ LEGO Sets
Straw hats, it’s time for a new quest: To build some LEGO!
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‘The Boy From the Sea’ is a Quietly Powerful Story of Love, Family, and Change
There is so much life held within this novel, told in such a searingly honest way it’ll capture your heart, just as it has captured mine.
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The Latest ‘Mickey 17’ Trailer Just Keeps Upping the Bombastic Hype Factor
We love it when Robert Pattinson gets to embrace the weirdness.
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The Epic ‘Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK’ Trailer Has Landed
To make sure this series goes out with a bang, Crunchyroll is bringing the final two episodes to the big screen next month.
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Netflix & Shondaland Announce the ‘Bridgerton Season of Love’ Fan Celebration
Dearest gentle readers, Netflix and Shondaland extend their warmest invitations and salutations to the Season of Love, the virtual fan celebration inspired by our most beloved Bridgerton.
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Gate to Kagoshima: A Time-Twisting Romance in the Samurai Era
Perhaps you’ll enjoy this tour of 19th-century Kagoshima, and indulge in some romance along the way.
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Goodbye, ‘YOU’: Joe Goldberg Returns for His Killer Finale
It’s the show we just can’t shake (and we wouldn’t even want to): YOU is coming to Netflix for one more round on April 24.
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The ‘Paradise’ Trailer is an Enigma of Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem
Hulu has released a new trailer for the upcoming drama Paradise, starring Sterling K. Brown, James Marsden, and Julianne Nicholson.
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Lightning Recs: Castlevania: Nocturne – Season 2
Nocturne S2 is a monumental entry into the Castlevania universe, giving us legendary heroes and villains and fifty shades in between—and to that we say, vive la révolution!
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Charlie Cox & Vincent D’Onofrio Return to the Marvel Playground with ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
Marvel Television is bringing our beloved Daredevil back to the screen for Daredevil: Born Again.
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‘One of Them Days’ Preview, Whachudoin’? with Angela Henry
Our Rioters dive into a spoiler-free preview of One of Them Days, before Sherin sits down with author and Riotus pal Angela Henry!
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Step Back into ‘The Witcher’ Universe with Netflix’s Animated Film ‘Sirens of the Deep’
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is coming to screens on February 11 and sees the return of Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher video game series.
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‘Mo’ Must Find His Way Back to America in the S2 Trailer
One of Netflix’s best comedies is returning for an encore on January 30th.
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Trainwrecks and Crash-Outs
We’re only a week into 2025 and our Rioters have already run out of F’s to give.
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Here There Be Monsters: ‘The Devourer’ is a Chilling Pirate Adventure on the High Seas
I’ve always had a healthy respect and fear of the ocean; this book is why.
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Crunchyroll is Launching a New Manga App
Your manga obsession is about to get super-sized, thanks to Crunchyroll.
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Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Iconic Comedy Show with ‘SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night’
Peacock has shared the trailer for SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night, which debuts on January 16.
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‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 is Coming to HBO in April
Prepare yourselves: The Last of Us is returning for another season in April.
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Sue Lynn Tan’s Sweeping New Romantasy ‘Immortal’ is Going to Run Away with Your Heart
This is a must-read for any romantasy fan; Immortal takes the genre into the skies for an unmissable and truly unforgettable adventure.
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Episode Appetizer: Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with You. – “An Awful Birthday” [episode 1]
Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with You. is a sugar-sweet high school anime where Mizuho has to deal with the pitfalls (and advantages) of being surrounded by cute boys.
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Lightning Recs: Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind at Radio City Music Hall
Our most beloved Michelle Buteau is stepping back onto the stage to remind us all that she’s the real gift this holiday season.
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The Lord of the Rings: Although Things Explode it Really is a Christmas Movie (Trilogy)
The Lord of the Rings—and its surrounding Middle-earth stories—is a Christmas movie. Or rather, trilogy of movies.
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Robert De Niro Stars in High-Stakes Conspiracy Thriller ‘Zero Day’
All six hour-long episodes of Zero Day hit Netflix on February 20, 2025.
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‘A Thousand Blows’ is a Gripping New Boxing Drama from the Creator of ‘Peaky Blinders’
Something wicked this way comes from Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight.
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‘A Secret Deep and Savage’ Explores the Legend of Atlantis for a Stunning Chapter in ‘The Lost Garden’ Series
A Secret Deep and Savage is a splendid sequel that builds upon the fantastical foundations of its predecessor.
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The ‘XO, Kitty’ S2 Trailer is a Joy – AND it Features the Internet’s Boyfriend Peter Kavinsky
Ya girl is back! Season 2 of XO, Kitty is right around the corner, hitting Netflix on January 16, 2025.
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‘No Good Deed’ Turns the Race to Buy a Dream Home into a Ticking Time-Bomb
No Good Deed is wickedly funny, with emotional threads that heighten the stakes and drive the characters to desperation (and dumbassery).
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The Season of THAT GIRL: ‘Jentry Chau vs The Underworld’, Book Recs & Wonderings, Down the Witches’ Road
Y’all know how much GGR celebrates women—and this episode dials it up to 11. From Jentry Chau vs The Underworld to Wicked to the fierce femme leads in their book recs, our Rioters are fully…
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Episode Appetizer: Queer Eye – “She Was a Showgirl” [season 9 premiere]
Queer Eye heads to the bright lights of Las Vegas this season, kicking off with the vivacious showgirl-turned-seamstress Paula.
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Shondaland’s New Netflix Whodunnit Series ‘The Residence’ Premieres March 20
“132 rooms. 157 suspects. One dead body. One wildly eccentric detective. One disastrous state dinner.”
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The ‘Castlevania: Nocturne’ S2 Trailer Has Landed
Castlevania: Nocturne is returning for another round and the stakes are higher than ever (pardon the pun).
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The Wolves Head on Treacherous New Adventures in ‘A Sky of Emerald Stars’ (Golden Court #2)
A Sky of Emerald Stars is a decent addition to the Golden Court romantasy world, building the momentum towards what promises to be an epic showdown.
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‘Jentry Chau vs the Underworld’ Has it All: Mythological Monsters, Family Ties, and High School Drama
Jentry Chau vs the Underworld is a kickass animated adventure bursting with Chinese mythology and monsters.
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Choose a Side: Watch the ‘BLUE LOCK’ S2 Finale Trailers
The Season 2 finale of BLUE LOCK is coming to close out the year with a bang.
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‘Mo’ Returns to Netflix for S2 Next Month – See the First Look Photos
Mo captured our hearts and made us laugh (and cry) when it first debuted on Netflix over two years ago. Now the series is back for one more round, coming to Netflix on January 30,…
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‘An Island Strange and Wild’ is a Beautifully Haunting Retelling of ‘The Secret Garden’
An Island Strange and Wild is a love letter to the natural world and all the magic it inspires.
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2024 Film Chat, ‘Wicked’
Sherin and Julian are joined by special guest host and fellow critic Tim Gordon to dive into their top movie picks of 2024—and also some of the problems with the industry. Sherin is then joined…
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‘The Baby Dragon Café’ is a Warm & Fuzzy Romantasy Read
The Baby Dragon Café is an endearingly cozy read that will keep you smiling all the way through.
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Lightning Recs: Is it Cake? Holiday
Is it Cake? Holiday is a fun & festive entry into Netflix’s ever-growing holiday baking show selection.
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Nothing Says “Double Trouble” Like ‘The Bad Guys 2’ Trailer
Our fave felons are headed back to the big screen and we can’t wait.
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The Live-Action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Trailer Has Landed
Continuing the trend of turning beloved animated movies into live-action, the latest contender is How to Train Your Dragon.
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Lightning Recs: Chef’s Table – Volume 7
Just a few months after the excellent Noodles spin-off season, Chef’s Table returns for Volume 7.
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‘XO, Kitty’ Returns for S2 on January 16
Did you hear the news? XO, Kitty is coming back to steal our hearts once more.
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‘Based on a True Story’ S2 is a Delicious Blend of Murderous Mayhem
It’s messy season, b!tches: Based on a True Story is back!
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Lightning Recs: Our Oceans
There’s nothing quite like a deep sea documentary to bring you a profound sense of peace.
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Lightning Recs: The Later Daters
Everyone deserves a shot at love, no matter what stage they’re at in life.
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Series Appetizer: Interior Chinatown [the first five episodes]
Interior Chinatown is off to a glowing start, welcoming you into its moody, glitzy embrace, ready to serve up entertainment on a silver-screen platter.
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‘Jentry Chau vs the Underworld’ Has a Fiery Trailer feat. a New Theme Song by KATSEYE
Jentry Chau vs the Underworld is taking the phrase “facing your demons” all too literally—and we can’t wait.
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Prepare to Level Up with the ‘Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-‘ Trailer
To get you fired up for season 2, Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- hits theaters on December 6.
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‘The Night Agent’ is Calling: More Thrills & Deadly Spills in the Season 2 Teaser
The Night Agent is back for season 2 on January 23, and Netflix just dropped an explosive teaser trailer to get you fired up and ready for the new year.
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Rami Malek is Out for Revenge in Spy Thriller ‘The Amateur’ – Watch The Gripping New Trailer
Based on the novel of the same name by Robert Littell, The Amateur is an intense espionage thriller that hits theaters on April 11, 2025.
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Netflix is Serving Up a Slice of Romance Reality in ‘The Later Daters’ Trailer
Reality TV fans, here’s your next obsession.
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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Announces Additional Cast for Season 2
The cast for Avatar: The Last Airbender just keeps on growing.
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Nkechi Okoro Carroll, PBS ‘Renegades’ x Day Al-Mohamed & Lachi, ‘Invincible Fight Girl’ x Juston G-Montgomery, ‘CROSS’ x NYCC, ‘The Penguin’
Sherin chats with NBC’s Found creator Nkechi Okoro Carroll, before sitting down with Day Al-Mohamed and Lachi to celebrate Renegades.
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‘Queer Eye’ is Heading to Vegas for Season 9!
Christmas is coming early to Netflix ’cause Queer Eye is back in town!
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The Rom-Com Queen Returns: Watch the ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’ Trailer
Someone pour the wine and call the girls, Bridget Jones is back!
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Get a Special Look at Marvel’s Misfit Misadventure ‘Thunderbolts’ from D23 Brazil
David Harbour appeared at the Disney event to debut a new extended trailer to get fans all hyped up for its release on May 2, 2025.
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Tom Cruise Does More Epic Stunts & Runs a Lot in the ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ Teaser Trailer
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning hits theaters on May 23, 2025.
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Head Back ‘Over the Garden Wall’ with a 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Short
To celebrate the tenth anniversary of Patrick McHale’s beloved miniseries Over the Garden Wall, Aardman and Cartoon Network have released a stop motion special.
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New Photos: Get a First Look at HBO’s ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’
IT: Welcome to Derry will debut next year on HBO and stream on Max with nine episodes.
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Watch the Electrifying Trailer for Spy Thriller ‘Black Doves’ Starring Keira Knightley & Ben Whishaw
Netflix is cooking with this one.
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New Trailer: Kiernan Shipka & Nico Hiraga Star in ‘Sweethearts’, Your Rom-Com Treat This Thanksgiving
This is one more thing we can be thankful to Max for!
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Marvel Studios’ Look Ahead Trailer: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Daredevil, Ironheart + More!
Marvel dropped a trailer that gives us a look at the projects coming to Disney+ within the next year or so.
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NYCC Catch-up, ‘Invincible Fight Girl’ feat. Juston Gordon-Montgomery, ‘Shrinking’ S2, PBS ‘Renegades’ Aftershow #5: Brad Lomax
Julian recaps his time at this year’s New York Comic Con; our Rioters tease Invincible Fight Girl and Philip chats with executive producer Juston Gordon-Montgomery; Sherin and Alex share their love for Shrinking S2; and…
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‘Before We Forget Kindness’ is a Healing New Chapter from the Beloved Cozy Café Series
Before We Forget Kindness is a moving addition to the Funiculi Funicula café universe, keeping your heart warm with tales of love persevering through time, even when it’s bittersweet.
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Colman Domingo Goes on the Run in ‘The Madness’ Teaser
Need a thriller that’s going to consume your thoughts? Netflix is dialed in and ready to deliver.
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Ted Danson is ‘A Man on the Inside’ – Watch the Sparkling New Trailer
A Man on the Inside hits Netflix on November 21—this is one you definitely don’t want to miss.
