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The Best Apple TV+ Shows to Watch Right Now
From British espionage thrillers and genre-busting murder mysteries to feel-good sports comedies, here is our list of must-watch shows on the award-winning streaming service.
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Ten New U.S. Broadcast Network Shows To Watch This Fall
The Muppets end up in "adult situations" and Supergirl gets a bond new retelling. Those are just two of the series you should watch, writes Jace LacobMad Men: Creator Matthew Weiner on its Final Episodes
The creative force behind the period drama talks about where his characters are as his show begins its final episodes. Jace Lacob reports.
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ABC Family’s Campus Rape Storyline Goes Where Scripted Television Hasn’t Gone Before
Switched at Birth, which kicked off a multi-episode arc last night about campus rape featuring one of its main characters, might just be the bravest show on television.Meet The TV Successor To “Serial”
HBO’s stranger-than-fiction true crime documentary The Jinx — about real estate heir Robert Durst — brings the chills and thrills missing since Serial wrapped up its first season.“Parenthood” Came Full Circle In Its Perfect Series Finale
Farewell, Team Braverman.The 17 Best New Television Shows Of 2014
Yes, The Good Wife, Orange Is the New Black, Parenthood, and Mad Men were all fantastic this year — but this is about the newcomers. Presented here in no particular order. Caution: Potential spoilers ahead!Theater Chains Pull “The Interview,” Press Appearances Canceled Amid Threats
The stars of Sony’s upcoming film pulled out of all planned media appearances, including a live BuzzFeed Brews event, on Tuesday. UPDATE: The studio also told movie exhibitors it would not object if they pulled the film from theaters.What’s Behind Our Obsession With “Too Many Cooks”
Adult Swim’s surreal satire of sitcoms subverts our expectations of nostalgia. You might be able to go home, but it will never be the same.“The Good Wife” Is The Best Show On Television Right Now
The CBS legal drama, now in its sixth season, continually shakes up its narrative foundations and proves itself fearless in the process. Spoilers ahead, if you’re not up to date on the show."The Affair” Advances Hollywood’s Heated War-Between-The-Sexes Conversation
The new Showtime drama joins movies Gone Girl and The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby in its exploration of gender wars, a topic that’s currently heating up the pop culture landscape. Warning: Minor spoilers for both films and the series ahead.The Whole Of “Orange Is The New Black” Season 2 Is Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts
After a sterling first season, expectations were high for the sophomore season of Jenji Kohan’s female prison drama. Fortunately, Season 2 proved to be just as juicy, sweet, and tart as you’d want it to be. (MAJOR SPOILERS ahead.)"Orange Is The New Black" Season 2 Lives Up To The Hype
The second season of the Netflix prison drama is a gripping, beautiful, majestic thing. Warning: Spoilers for Season 2 ahead!“Twin Peaks” Co-Creator Mark Frost On The Series’ Return To Television
Damn fine news: After 25 years, Twin Peaks is headed to Showtime with a nine-episode limited series. BuzzFeed News spoke to Frost about the revival and what fans can expect."How To Get Away With Murder" Doesn’t Quite Get Away With Its Framing Device
The Shonda Rhimes-executive produced legal thriller might be pushing some boundaries, but its over-reliance on a wonky narrative device is leaving something to be desired. Warning: Contains spoilers if you are not up to date on the show.18 Gasp-Worthy Secrets About “Downton Abbey” Season 5 From The Cast
Michelle Dockery, Allen Leech, Laura Carmichael, and Joanne Froggatt share details about the new season with BuzzFeed. Warning: SPOILERS ahead if you haven’t finished Season 4.“Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces” Makes You See “Fire Walk With Me” In A Different Way
David Lynch unveiled nearly 90 minutes of deleted and extended scenes from his 1992 film Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me at a Los Angeles theater last night. It was intense and weird.The Midseason Finale Of “Mad Men” Is One Giant Leap Forward
Don’t be fooled: Matthew Weiner’s period drama has always been about the future. Warning: Contains spoilers for “Waterloo.”The 16 Best New Television Shows Of 2013
Yes, returning shows like Breaking Bad, Mad Men, The Good Wife, Borgen, Parenthood, and others were aces this year. But this is all about the newcomers.How “Scandal” Turned Into An Exploration Of Free Will
Season 3 of Shonda Rhimes’ addictive ABC drama offers not only a pulse-pounding thrill ride each week, but also a canny exploration of self-determination. Spoilers ahead, if you’re not caught up.Why “The Mindy Project” Is No Longer A Work In Progress, But Perfection
Mindy Kaling’s single-camera comedy is not only hitting all of its marks in its second season, it’s surpassing them… and leaving New Girl in its wake.Your Next Television Obsession Is French Supernatural Thriller “The Returned”
You won’t just become addicted to Sundance Channel’s French-language drama about people returning from the dead; it will haunt your dreams.Why Danish Political Drama “Borgen” Is Everything
The Scandinavian drama, from creator Adam Price, is a dazzling exploration of the intersection between politics and the media that everyone should be watching. The television masterpiece returns to American screens — on KCET and LinkTV — on Oct. 4 for its third (and likely final) season. Minor spoilers ahead.Why You Need To Stop What You’re Doing And Watch “Orange Is The New Black”
Netflix’s latest is one of the year’s best offerings on any platform. Why Jenji Kohan’s gripping prison drama makes for essential, addictive viewing.Olivia Colman Is Britain’s “Finest Export”
The BAFTA-winning actress stars opposite David Tennant in BBC America’s spellbinding murder mystery Broadchurch. She talks about jumping from comedy to drama, Peep Show, working with David Tennant and Matt Smith, and more.The Doctor Is In: Matt Smith On Leaving "Doctor Who," A Female Doctor, And More
The 30-year-old actor will depart cult British sci-fi drama Doctor Who after this year’s Christmas Special. Here’s what he told BuzzFeed about his decision to leave, the possibility of a female Doctor, stealing socks, and more.“Clueless” Comes Of Age
When Amy Heckerling set out to make a modern-day retelling of Jane Austen’s Emma, few imagined that the director would create a new classic — and one of the most quoted films ever. The Alicia Silverstone comedy turns 18 years old today, but let’s be honest: Clueless is timeless.
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‘The Bridge’: FX’s New U.S.-Mexican Border Thriller
FX’s ‘The Bridge,’ about a serial killer investigation that entangles both sides of the U.S.–Mexico border, is very good. If you haven’t seen the Danish-Swedish series it’s based on, you might even think it’s great.‘Mad Men’ Creator Matthew Weiner on the Season Finale
The AMC series’ season ender offered upheaval in the lives of SC&P’s employees. Jace Lacob speaks with creator Matthew Weiner about the finale and what’s next. Warning: Spoilers ahead!‘Mad Men’: Who Is Bob Benson?
The truth of who Bob Benson is was finally revealed on Sunday’s episode of Mad Men. Jace Lacob on the revelation and how it connects to Don Draper.Former ‘Sopranos’ Star James Gandolfini Dead at 51
James Gandolfini, the hulking star of HBO's acclaimed ‘The Sopranos,” has died. Jace Lacob on the legacy the actor and producer leaves behind.Meet ‘Inspector Lewis’: Kevin Whately on ‘Morse,’ John Thaw, and the End of the Series
Kevin Whately has been playing gruff, sensible detective Robbie Lewis on ‘Morse’ and ‘Lewis’ for 26 years. Jace Lacob speaks to him about the possible end of the Oxford copper.Emmy Awards’ Dark Horse Nominee: Tatiana Maslany of ‘Orphan Black’
If you didn’t watch BBC America’s clone drama ‘Orphan Black,’ you missed one of the year’s best dramatic performances. Jace Lacob on why Tatiana Maslany deserves an Emmy nod.‘Mad Men’: The Bizarre Megan Draper as Sharon Tate Conspiracy Theory
Is Mad Men’s Megan Draper about to be murdered à la Sharon Tate? Internet conspiracy theorists say yes. Jace Lacob on the rumors and what the show’s costume designer has to say.‘Arrested Development’: Why Netflix’s Revival Failed
Fans eagerly awaited the return of ‘Arrested Development,’ brought back from the TV graveyard by Netflix. Jace Lacob on why the show’s fourth season revival falls flat.The Haunting New Serial-Killer Thriller Heading to Netflix
BBC Two’s ‘The Fall,’ starring Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan, debuts on Netflix on May 28. Jace Lacob on Anderson and Dornan’s searing performances and why you need to watch.Meet Flynn McGarry: America’s Next Great Chef Is 14 Years Old
The chef behind hit Beverly Hills pop-up restaurant Eureka is Flynn McGarry. Jace Lacob sits down for an elaborate 11-course meal and interviews the teenage prodigy.‘Broadchurch’: This British Murder Mystery Will Be Your Next Television Obsession
British murder mystery Broadchurch, heading to the U.S. later this year, is a worthy successor to Forbrydelsen. Jace Lacob on ITV’s tantalizing thriller, which wraps up tonight.‘The Good Wife’: Creators Robert and Michelle King on the Season Finale, Alicia and Kalinda, and More
The season finale of The Good Wife was full of dramatic bombshells. Jace Lacob talks to creators Robert and Michelle King about rebooting the show, the start of a ‘civil war,’ Alicia and Kalinda’s dynamic, and what’s next. WARNING: Spoilers galore.‘Hemlock Grove’: Netflix’s Latest Original Show Is Scary Bad
Netflix will today offer all 13 episodes of its latest original series, Eli Roth’s horror drama ‘Hemlock Grove.’ Jace Lacob on how Netflix has stumbled with this poisonous fare.‘Mad Men’ Season 6 Review: Triumphant, Lyrical, and Way Existential
Jace Lacob reviews the sixth-season opener of AMC’s “Mad Men,” which he says is both powerful and poetic.Sundance Channel’s ‘Rectify’ Is the Best New Show of 2013
Sundance Channel’s ‘Rectify,’ which begins on Monday, is a weighty meditation on crime, punishment, beauty, and solitude. It is also insanely riveting television, says Jace Lacob.‘Mad Men’ Season Premiere: Matthew Weiner on the ‘The Doorway’ & More
Hawaii, hell, and heart attacks! Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner discusses Sunday’s sixth-season opener (‘The Doorway’), Don’s quest for paradise, Betty’s transformation, and more.‘Chopped’: Why I’m Obsessed with Food Network’s Reality Competition Show
Food Network’s Chopped returns for its 15th season. Jace Lacob on why sea cucumbers, speculoos and lacinato kale matter.‘Justified’: Joelle Carter on Last Night’s Explosive Episode
he’s wielded a skillet, a rifle, and—in last night’s episode of ‘Justified’—nearly ignited a man. Joelle Carter talks to Jace Lacob about playing Ava Crowder, empowerment, and more.‘Girls’: Graphic Content, Objectification, and That Scene
This week’s episode of Girls graphically depicted the results of a male character’s climax. Why the scene has outraged some, and why it’s a watershed moment for the HBO comedy.‘Revenge’: What Went Wrong with ABC’s Once-Daring Thriller?Last year, ‘Revenge’ was a thrill-a-minute vengeance fantasy but now, in its second season, it’s a convoluted mess. Jace Lacob on the show’s head-scratching fall from grace.
ABC Family’s ‘Switched at Birth’ ASL Episode Recalls Gallaudet Protest
Almost 25 years to the day after the student protest at Gallaudet University began in 1988, ABC Family’s ‘Switched at Birth’ features a storyline about a deaf student uprising in an episode, airing March 4, that’s told almost entirely in American Sign Language.‘Southland’: Television’s Most Underrated Drama
TNT’s gripping police drama ‘Southland’ is back for a fifth season, but hardly anyone’s tuning in. Jace Lacob on television’s most criminally overlooked show.David Fincher, Beau Willimon & Kate Mara On Netflix’s ‘House of Cards’
Netflix is jumping into the original programming arena with a remake of the BBC miniseries ‘House of Cards,’ all 13 episodes of which will be available for streaming on Friday. Jace Lacob talks to David Fincher, Beau Willimon, and Kate Mara about the adaptation, Frank and Zoe’s twisted dynamic, antiheroes, and more.‘House of Cards’: Should You Binge-Watch Netflix’s Political Drama?
Netflix just released all 13 episodes of its first show. Jace Lacob on whether the strategy behind House of Cards represents a new narrative format for television—and if it could backfire.Keri Russell On ‘The Americans,’ Sleeper Agents, Motherhood & More
On FX’s The Americans, which begins Wednesday, Keri Russell plays a Soviet sleeper agent in 1980s suburban D.C. Jace Lacob talks with the former Felicity star about Russian spies, secret lives, and being a mom.‘Parenthood’: In Praise of Season 4, Monica Potter, and More
Following the conclusion of the show’s fourth season, Jace Lacob examines NBC’s underrated ‘Parenthood’ and tells why television needs a fifth season of this remarkable drama.‘Girls’: Season 2 of HBO’s Lena Dunham Comedy Soars
HBO’s Girls returns for a second season on Sunday night. Jace Lacob reviews the first four episodes of Season 2 of the Lena Dunham-created comedy.‘Downton Abbey’ Season 3 Review: A Return to Form
Jace Lacob reviews the sensational third season—and the highly controversial finale—of the British period drama, which returns to PBS’s Masterpiece on Sunday. WARNING: Minor spoilers ahead! Plus, Shirley MacLaine tells Sandra McElwaine how she's rattling Downton Abbey.‘Homeland’ and ‘Zero Dark Thirty’: The Dilemma of the Female Spy
Jace Lacob explores the thematic overlaps between two female spies now stealing our collective attention: Claire Danes’s character on ‘Homeland’ and Jessica Chastain’s Maya in ‘Zero Dark Thirty.’Ben Whishaw Takes On Bond in ‘Skyfall’ and ‘Newsroom’ in ‘The Hour’
Q in ‘Skyfall’ goes back in time to the ’50s newsroom in Season 2 of ‘The Hour,’ beginning tonight. Jace Lacob explores the range and appeal of talented British actor Ben Whishaw.Sofie Gråbøl, Star of ‘Forbrydelsen,’ on Sarah Lund, ‘The Killing,’ and Season 3
Sofie Gråbøl may not be a household name in the U.S., but around the globe she’s now legendary for her performance as Sarah Lund in the Danish television drama Forbrydelsen. Jace Lacob on Lund’s appeal and the sensational third season of the original The Killing, which premieres in the U.K. on Saturday.BBC Two’s ‘The Great British Bake Off’ Is the Best Reality Show on TV
‘The Great British Bake Off’ is a comforting show about baking—and it makes for truly addictive TV. Ahead of Tuesday night’s season finale, Jace Lacob explores the show’s charms and what it can teach the recently lackluster ‘Top Chef.’‘Call the Midwife’: Miranda Hart’s Chummy Browne Steals the Show
Jace Lacob explores the charms of PBS’ delightful ’50s drama Call the Midwife and its breakout character, Miranda Hart’s awkward and hilarious Chummy Browne.‘Homeland’ and ‘The Good Wife’ Season Premieres: TV's Kick-Ass Women Return
Set your DVRs! Jace Lacob reviews Season 2 of Showtime’s Homeland and Season 4 of CBS’s The Good Wife, finding common ground in their deft and subtle explorations of identity.‘Parenthood’: In Praise of Ray Romano’s Amazing Performance
Everybody loves Raymond, after all. Jace Lacob praises Ray Romano’s stunning performance as grumpy photographer Hank Rizzoli on NBC’s ‘Parenthood,’ and declares himself a fan.Inside TV’s Prostitute Fixation
Jace Lacob examines the sudden proliferation of prostitutes on television, from Game of Thrones and Crimson Petal to True Blood and Copper, and what may be behind the trend.Christine Baranski on ‘The Good Wife’ Season 4, Diane & ‘Brady Bunch
2012 Emmy nominee Christine Baranski’s character on ‘The Good Wife,’ Diane Lockhart, is coming off a fierce season. She tells Jace Lacob what lies ahead for the show and addresses those crazy (and untrue) ‘Brady Bunch’ rumors.‘Mad Men’: Matthew Weiner and Christina Hendricks Dissect 5 Scenes From ‘The Other Woman’
Mad Men’s creator Matthew Weiner and star Christina Hendricks go deep into five pivotal scenes from the Emmy-nominated episode “The Other Woman” in the second of a two-part conversation.‘Mad Men’: Matthew Weiner & Christina Hendricks on ‘The Other Woman,’ Part 1
Season 5’s ‘The Other Woman’ was a controversial, polarizing episode of ‘Mad Men.’ Show creator Matthew Weiner and star Christina Hendricks offer an oral history of the heartbreaking, Emmy-nominated Joan episode, the first of a two-part conversation.Art in the Age: Ex-Ad Man Steven Grasse’s Wonderfully Weird Spirits
Jace Lacob talks to Hendrick’s Gin creator and former ad man Steven Grasse—once called “the Don Draper of outrageousness”—about his eclectic spirits venture, Art in the Age.‘Damages’ Premiere: The Creators on That Twist, Julian Assange & The Final Season
Jace Lacob talks to the creators of the serpentine legal thriller Damages about the show’s final season, WikiLeaks and Julian Assange, and that shocking twist.HBO’s ‘The Newsroom’: Aaron Sorkin’s Woman Problem
The Newsroom transforms its female characters into hysterics and fools. In a critics’ conversation, Jace Lacob and Maureen Ryan dissect the woman problem embedded in Aaron Sorkin’s troubling drama.Charlie Sheen’s ‘Anger Management’ & Louis C.K.’s ‘Louie’: Comedy Clash
Tabloid fodder Charlie Sheen returns to TV with FX’s lazy Anger Management, which feels out of place on the cable network, particularly when it sits beside FX’s more experimental and daring fare. Jace Lacob compares Sheen’s new show with Louis C.K.’s Louie, which returns for a third season on Thursday.‘Forbrydelsen,’ ‘Borgen,’ ‘The Bridge’: The Rise of Nordic Noir TV
The Duchess of Cornwall is just one obsessive viewer. Nordic Noir—embodied in Scandinavian dramas like The Killing, The Bridge, and Borgen—have become cult hits in the U.K., and are about to become the go-to formats for American TV pilots. Jace Lacob on the genre’s appeal, its breakout female characters, and why audiences in the U.S. are unlikely to see many of them in their original form (but it is possible to see them!).‘Game of Thrones’: Esmé Bianco Talks About Ros, Sexposition, Nudity, and More
The ever-naked prostitute Ros is at the heart of the mini-controversy over Game of Thrones' “sexposition.” Jace Lacob talks to actress Esmé Bianco about her character’s grim trajectory.‘The Killing’: How AMC’s Adaptation of ‘Forbrydelsen’ Went Wrong
While the uproar over the U.S. version of The Killing has quieted, the show is still a pale imitation of the Danish series on which it is based. Jace Lacob compares the two.Rewind: The Enduring Thrills of the Gothic TV Soap ‘Dark Shadows’
Nearly 50 years ago, Gothic soap “Dark Shadows” hooked audiences with its spooky storylines and before-its-time remorseful vampire. Ahead of Tim Burton’s movie adaptation, a new DVD version of the show comes out Tuesday.‘New Girl’ Creator Liz Meriwether on Jess, Sexuality, Schmidt & More
As the first season of Fox’s breakout comedy “New Girl” comes to a close, creator Liz Meriwether talks to Jace Lacob about the blowback over star Zooey Deschanel and her character Jess’s “adorkable” qualities—and girl-on-girl snark.TV Upfronts 2012: Best Pilot Scripts From ‘Mastermind’ to ‘Ralph Lamb’
With the broadcast networks about to unveil their new lineups, Jace Lacob picks his favorite scripts—from psychological thriller Mastermind to period drama Ralph Lamb.‘Sweet Genius’: Ron Ben-Israel is the Scariest Man on Television
Ron Ben-Israel may be a renowned pastry chef in real life, but as the host of Food Network’s cooking show Sweet Genius, he terrifies Jace Lacob.Armando Iannucci on HBO’s Julia Louis-Dreyfus Political Comedy ‘Veep’
The network’s fabulous new political comedy, starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, premieres Sunday. Creator Armando Iannucci tells Jace Lacob about the vice presidency’s comic potential—and how Veep compares with The West Wing.HBO’s ‘Girls’ Is the Best New TV Show of 2012
HBO’s Girls, which launches Sunday, is provocative, original, and addictive. Jace Lacob reviews the comedy, which is created, written, and directed by Lena Dunham, who also stars.Kit Harington on ‘Game of Thrones,’ Fame, and Playing Emo Hero Jon Snow
In Season 2 of the HBO smash, Jon Snow becomes a true warrior. Jace Lacob speaks to Kit Harington about playing Jon, what’s to come, and why he refuses to wear a wig.‘Homeland’ and ‘Shameless’: Television Tackles Bipolar Disorder With Realism
With Showtime’s recent dramas 'Homeland' and 'Shameless,' characters with bipolar disorder on television are no longer on the fringes. Jace Lacob reports.Gillian Anderson on ‘X-Files,’ ‘Downton Abbey,’ ‘Great Expectations’
Gillian Anderson, famous for 'The X-Files,' stuns as Miss Havisham in Sunday’s 'Great Expecations.' She tells Jace Lacob about turning down 'Downton Abbey,' her British accent—and possibly playing Scully again.NBC’s ‘Smash’: Weak Writing, Terrible Characters, and Painful Subplots
While the pilot was a hit with critics, few have been happy with NBC’s Smash since. How could things have gone so wrong, so quickly? A Jace Lacob rant.‘Revenge’: Emily VanCamp, Mike Kelley, Madeleine Stowe, and Gabriel Mann on the ABC Soap
ABC’s hit nighttime soap Revenge is not only winking noir, it’s a retribution fantasy for the 99 percent. Jace Lacob talks to its creator and cast about the show’s popularity.‘The Good Wife’: Robert and Michelle King on Alicia, Kalinda, Renewal Prospects, and More
After a middling beginning, Season 3 of The Good Wife has settled into its groove. Jace Lacob talks with the show’s husband-and-wife creators, Robert and Michelle King, about the highs and lows of the season, the handling of various romances, and what’s to come.‘Community’: Alison Brie, Yvette Nicole Brown, Gillian Jacobs & Megan Ganz Roundtable
Community’s female stars—and one of its writers—sit down for a roundtable discussion about being a woman in comedy, the show’s legacy, slut shaming, and more. Tears are shed!‘Switched at Birth’: ABC Family’s Groundbreaking Deaf/Hearing Drama
The teen soap Switched at Birth explores self-expression and the communication gulf between the hearing and deaf communities. Jace Lacob reports.‘Smash’: Anjelica Huston on Her Husband’s Death, Her New Role, and Whether She’ll Sing
Jace Lacob talks with Anjelica Huston about her husband’s death, her formidable character, and the “cult of murder” on television today.Street Food Guru Roy Choi on Sunny Spot, Food Trucks, Kogi & More
Food-truck godfather Roy Choi, the man behind the craze that’s swept the country, tells Jace Lacob about his new Caribbean roadside eatery Sunny Spot—and how embracing street food and putting aside our Western concepts of dining can save society.'Boardwalk Empire,' 'Game of Thrones,' and Others Break the Incest Taboo on TV
Boardwalk Empire and other TV shows have recently featured incest storylines. Jace Lacob examines this troubling trend in scripted programming.TV's Most Talented Teens
In NBC’s Parenthood, the show’s teens—including Mae Whitman, Sarah Ramos, and Miles Heizer—often walk away with the most heartbreaking and emotional storylines. Jace Lacob sits down with the teens of Parenthood to discuss their characters, on-set camaraderie, and the haircut that launched a thousand tweets.'Boardwalk Empire' Scene-Stealer
Jack Huston, the grandson of legendary director John Huston (and nephew to Anjelica and Danny Huston), is stealing nearly every scene of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire, where he plays disfigured sniper turned hitman Richard Harrow. Jace Lacob talks to Huston about this week’s episode, wearing the mask, and whether Richard still has a soul.The Walking Dead's Power Player
Gale Anne Hurd, the producer of such monumental works as The Terminator franchise andAliens, talks about tonight’s return of The Walking Dead.The Cult of Linda Hunt
At 66 and four-feet-nine, Linda Hunt is an unlikely action heroine. But as the enigmatic Hetty Lange on “NCIS:LA,” Oscar winner Hunt has become a Teen Choice Award recipient and the show’s breakout character.Inside ‘Good Wife’ Writers’ Room
The smartest show on TV, CBS’s "The Good Wife," is back for a third season. Jace Lacob reports from the writers’ room and goes in depth with creators Robert and Michelle King.‘Mad Men’ Up Close
Season 4’s ‘The Suitcase’ was instantly deemed a classic hour of TV. Show creator Matthew Weiner and star Jon Hamm offer an oral history of the gut-wrenching, Emmy-nominated episode.Emmy’s Stealth Frontrunner
Nominee Margo Martindale may not be prepping an Emmy speech—but she should be. The supporting-actress nominee opens up about playing Justified’s Mags Bennett, how she won’t be wasted on CBS’s 'A Gifted Man,' and why she believes in ghosts.'Good Wife,' Best Actress
Playing Alicia Florrick, the brilliant and career-driven wife of a disgraced politician on CBS’s 'The Good Wife,' Julianna Margulies is again nominated for an Emmy Award. Jace Lacob talked with her about Alicia’s love life, crashing the Governor’s Ball, and wigs.Doctor Who’s Global Takeover
Once a cult drama, British sci-fi show "Doctor Who" has become a worldwide phenomenon. Jace Lacob sits down with head writer Steven Moffat to discuss the state of the franchise and rumors about the seventh season.BBC Captures a ‘Mad Men’ Moment
Espionage drama ‘The Hour’ arrives just as journalism has gotten a bad name, particularly in Britain. Jace Lacob talks to creator Abi Morgan about the journalist-heroes of the six-part series, comparisons to AMC’s ‘Mad Men,’ and Morgan’s upcoming Margaret Thatcher biopic.A Top Chef’s Next Act
The swaggering winner of ‘Top Chef’ prepares to open two Los Angeles eateries, including ink. in West Hollywood. Jace Lacob sits down at the restaurant with the chef to discuss sandwiches, his future, his personal regrets, and how The New York Times insulted him.'True Blood's Scene-Stealer
As Pam, the bitchy vampire, Kristin Bauer van Straten has walked off with the drama’s best lines and many of its scenes.George R.R. Martin’s Triumphant Return
After a six-year wait, Martin’s "A Dance With Dragons" finally hits bookstores next week. Jace Lacob reviews the latest in Martin’s bestselling "A Song of Ice and Fire" series.Inside 'True Blood'’s Fourth Season
HBO’s vampire drama returns for a fourth season Sunday. The exec. producer teases what’s to come.Stop Being So Secretive, J.J.
J.J. Abrams’ "Super 8" falls into some of the same traps as his other projects, setting up expectations of mysteries it can’t possibly fulfill. Jace Lacob on why the director needs to move on.'Game of Thrones' Sexual Politics
While HBO hasn't shied away from the abundant sex in the Game of Thrones books (even amping it up), the presence of rape within George R.R. Martin's novels has been nearly eliminated. Jace Lacob examines why sex and violence, but not sexual violence, has played out on the show—and why some viewers and critics are angry.The Death of Will-They-or-Won't-They
After the protracted adventures of The Office's Jim and Pam, comedy writers are rethinking TV romance. Jace Lacob talks to show creators about exploding viewers' expectations.Michelle Forbes' Good Grief
In AMC’s rain-soaked murder mystery The Killing, Michelle Forbes takes sorrow to a whole new level. Jace Lacob talked to the peripatetic actress about her many TV roles."Game of Thrones" Comes to HBO
HBO is about to unveil an ambitious adaptation of George R.R. Martin's fantasy novel Game of Thrones. Jace Lacob speaks to Martin and the creative team about the ruthlessly addictive show."Game of Thrones": 10 Secrets About HBO's Adaptation
Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, adapted by HBO as Game of Thrones, already know the novels inside and out. Jace Lacob goes behind the scenes to offer 10 secrets from the HBO drama, launching April 17."The Good Wife": Archie Panjabi Talks About Playing Kalinda
Archie Panjabi plays The Good Wife’s law firm snoop, Kalinda, and viewers are obsessed. “I don’t think there’s ever been a no-nonsense, bisexual investigator of Indian origin,” she says.You Must Watch "Parenthood"!
Enough is enough: Jace Lacob on why you have to watch NBC’s criminally underrated drama Parenthood, which captures the highs and lows of family life.The "Friday Night Lights" Series Finale
The beloved cult drama ended its five-season run last night with an emotional conclusion. Jace Lacob talked to Executive Producer Jason Katims and star Connie Britton about its legacy.The Naughty Side of "The Good Wife"
Topical plots (masseuse scandal!), wonky cameos (Lou Dobbs!), and adult sexuality (oral sex on CBS!): The Good Wife is the best show on TV. Jace Lacob talks to its creators and star, Julianna Margulies.Twitter's TV Wars
Twitter should be a tool for audiences to interact with the talent behind their favorite shows—instead, anonymous users heap abuse onto writer-producers for ruining "their" shows.Sherlock Holmes Gets an iPhone
Sherlock Holmes has an iPhone, Watson blogs: The 21st Century version of Sherlock, a BBC phenomenon, begins Sunday on Masterpiece Mystery. Jace Lacob talks to its creators and stars.AMC: TV's Hottest Network
Jace Lacob examines AMC's success, speaking to the Mad Men channel's top executives as they dive headfirst into the horror genre with Sunday's The Walking Dead.The Best Show You're Not Watching
Community has zombies, outer space, and Joel McHale: why not more viewers? Jace Lacob visits the set of the most inventive comedy on TV. Plus, a guide of what’s coming in Season 2.HBO's Scorsese Sensation
Martin Scorsese's big budget mobster series Boardwalk Empire is HBO's attempt to create a crime thriller that measures up to The Wire and The Sopranos. Jace Lacob says they pulled it off.Mad Men's Ice Queen
January Jones earned an Emmy nom for her brilliant portrayal of Betty Draper—so why do so many viewers despise the character? Jace Lacob on TV’s most misunderstood leading lady.Mad Men's Slap-Happy Return
Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner talks exclusively to Jace Lacob about Sunday’s Season 4 opener, Don and Betty Draper, the return of Joan, and that slap. Contains major spoilers!Flipping Out's Real-Life Fall-Out
Designer/reality star Jeff Lewis talks to Jace Lacob about Season 4 of Bravo's Flipping Out, his booming business, and whether TV ruined his relationship with Ryan Brown."True Blood" Bites Back
Jace Lacob gets a taste of Season 3's True Blood as he visits the set of HBO’s smash hit vampire drama.The Infuriating "Lost" Finale
The conclusion of Lost—though emotionally satisfying—has infuriated fans who wanted answers after watching for six seasons. Jace Lacob on the already controversial ending. Plus, watch the 8 best moments from the finale.Damages' Bloody Finale
In an exclusive day-after interview, the creators of FX's legal drama spoke with The Daily Beast's Jace Lacob about Monday's finale and the show’s future.The New "Doctor Who"
The Doctor Who reboot premieres on BBC America Saturday—The Daily Beast spoke to its new lead, Matt Smith, and head writer, Steven Moffat, about what’s next for the iconic series.The Gritty New Elmore Leonard Crime Drama
The creator and star of FX's new show, Justified, along with author Leonard, discuss its genre roots, all while asking "WWED" ("What Would Elmore Do?").Hollywood Takes on Autism
With autism being represented more frequently in pop culture, The Daily Beast talks to some of the projects' creators about why they are—or aren't—labeling characters as autistic.HBO's Autistic Hero
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