Painkiller Review: A Flashy Crash Course On The Opioid Epidemic
Netflix's "Painkiller" tells the familiar story of America's opioid epidemic in a flashier, more digestible, yet less comprehensive way.
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The Lost Flowers Of Alice Hart Review: Lies, Abuse, And Bad Storytelling Abound In This Story Of Woe
The miniseries adaptation of Holly Ringland's novel "The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart" is pretty to look at, but loses its way in its own misery. -
Only Murders In The Building Season 3 Review: A New Case Takes Center Stage
Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building" has been a winner since Season 1. Season 3 brings Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez back for another murder. -
Heartstopper Season 2 Review: The Sweet Show Deepens And Expands In Its Second Season
Charlie and Nick's love story continues to deepen and grow in Season 2 of Netflix's "Heartstopper" as the adorable pair struggles but never breaks. -
Reservation Dogs Season 3 Review: A Bittersweet Farewell
Season 3 of FX's "Reservation Dogs," created by Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi, cements itself as one of the best shows on television in the last decade. -
Twisted Metal Review: A High-Octane Adaptation
Peacock's "Twisted Metal" stands out among the recent spate of video game shows, like "The Last of Us" and "Halo." It's fun and irreverent, albeit inconsistent. -
Good Omens Season 2 Review: Lovable And Charming, But Aimless
There's plenty to like in Season 2 of Amazon Prime's "Good Omens," especially the chemistry between Michael Sheen and David Tennant as Aziraphale and Crowley. -
Praise Petey Review: A Cult Cartoon Comedy Worth Praising
In "Praise Petey," the first original animated series made for Freeform, a trendy, privileged white woman, Petey St. Barts, inherits her father's cult. -
Minx Season 2 Review: A Cheeky Window Into 1970s Feminist Porn
Season 2 of "Minx," the HBO Max series relocated to Starz, offers a strong vision of the unique period of 1970s feminist porn, filled with likable characters. -
Foundation Season 2 Review: Unexpected Heart In A Dense Sci-Fi Adaptation
From its first episode, Season 2 of "Foundation" has become a more engaging, action-packed series - one that might win some new fans for the Apple TV+ series. -
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 Review: A Teen Love Triangle Gets Predictably Messy
Although it's not as charming as the first season, Season 2 of Amazon Prime's "The Summer I Turned Pretty" is still a solid guilty pleasure drama series. -
Justified: City Primeval Review: A Welcome Return To The Wild (Mid)West
Tense, funny, and full of new twists on the classic "Justified" tone, FX's "City Primeval" is the return we've been hoping for, and then some. -
The Afterparty Season 2 Review: A Fresh Cast Of Unusual Suspects Worth Rounding Up
The second season of the Apple TV+ mystery comedy keeps things fresh as a new cast of quirky suspects lead Tiffany Haddish through a variety of genres. -
The Horror Of Dolores Roach Review: Things Get Gross
Prime Video's "The Horror of Dolores Roach" has a talented cast, interesting plot, and unique tone - but some parts are definitely stronger than others. -
Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan Season 4 Review: A High-Intensity, High-Stakes Thrill Of An End
The fourth and final season of Amazon's John Krasinski-led "Jack Ryan" series closes out with all the slick action and complex plotting fans would expect. -
The Witcher Season 3 Volume 1 Review: The Quiet Before The Storm
In the first half of Henry Cavill's final season, Netflix's "The Witcher" finds more strength than ever in the chemistry among its cast. -
Hijack Review: High Intrigue Junk Food
The new Apple TV+ thriller series "Hijack" is compulsively watchable, but the tangle of plot threads surrounding Idris Elba wind up feeling hollow. -
The Bear Season 2 Review: Same Ingredients, New Menu
Season 2 of "The Bear" manages to go bigger while avoiding pitfalls with the same kind of chaotic grace that came to define its first season. -
And Just Like That Season 2 Review: It's... Just Okay!
Max's "Sex and the City" revival "And Just Like That..." makes some interesting adjustments for Season 2, but it remains frustratingly disjointed. -
Secret Invasion Review: Another Not-So-Secret Marvel Disappointment
"Secret Invasion" attempts to bring intergalactic intrigue to the MCU. Despite Samuel L. Jackson in the lead and an impressive premise, it falls short. -
The Walking Dead: Dead City Review: An Unnecessary Show To Munch On
"The Walking Dead: Dead City" has some great moments, but even the talents of Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan can't distract from how unnecessary it feels. -
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 2 Review: Space Exploration Has Never Been So Much Fun
As the "Star Trek" franchise enjoys a new golden age, "Strange New Worlds" enters its second season establishing itself as the most fun part by far. -
Never Have I Ever Season 4 Review: ...Had A Bittersweet Goodbye
The final season of "Never Have I Ever" is a perfect amalgamation of the things that high school girls tend to be concerned with, and overall it's fantastic. -
Based On A True Story Review: Killer Concept, Weak Execution
This skewering of the true crime entertainment industry has a great premise, but its execution leaves something to be desired. Our review of the Peacock series. -
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia Season 16 Review: The Gang Is (Almost) Back On Form
In its 16th season, "It's Always Sunny" continues to delight fans even as it routinely pushes the buttons comedy's elder statesmen claim you can't anymore. -
The Crowded Room Review: The Crime Drama Lacks Clarity And Captivation
Tom Holland and Amanda Seyfried lead a cast of talented performers whose work is squandered on muddled storytelling and a misguided attempt at mystery. -
Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 12 Review: A Standard Yet Satisfying Wrap Up
"Ted Lasso" has possibly come to an end with Season 3, Episode 12. Does it go out as a success or a flop? Our reviewer argues it's the former.
