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In the works: ‘Constant Gardener’ miniseries, ‘Night Manager’ season 2

The production company The Ink Factory is behind both adaptations of John le Carré novels.

‘Somebody Somewhere’ earns third season on HBO

Bridget Everett’s coming-of-middle-age comedy-drama just finished up its second season, so now’s a good time to binge it if you’re a binger. Both seasons are quiet, funny, and poignant.

In conclusion, ‘Barry’ lacked resonance almost until the end

Even Sunday’s series finale seemed to lack sense, that is until the final moments.

In a sweet finale, ‘Ted Lasso’ has the last word on toxic masculinity

Often set in a men’s locker room, the series portrayed the many pitfalls of male ego. The finale pointed a way forward.

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In the end, ‘Succession’ drew buzz, but not as many viewers as you might think
For a show generating miles of commentary, it’s not in the same blockbuster league as a few other major-league HBO series.

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How ‘Ted Lasso’ might end
Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” is wrapping up this Wednesday after three seasons.

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In a ‘Succession’ finale to savor, the Roys save their worst for last

“Succession” was true to its deeply cynical self until the very end in its thoroughly satisfying finale.

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This week’s TV: How ‘Ted Lasso’ might end, anticipating ‘The Idol,’ and ‘After Uvalde’

“Ted Lasso” is coming to an end, and we have some theories about how the show will wrap up the season, and perhaps the series.

‘Succession’ finale: Fans react to end of Emmy-winning hit drama

With the end of the critically acclaimed drama’s fourth and final season, dedicated fans of “Succession” now know the answer to the series’ central question: Which of the Murdoch-esque Roy family siblings will prevail?

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There will be plenty to see on ‘Talking Sopranos’

Max is airing edited video of the trivia- and inside-story-filled podcast, with cohosts — and “Sopranos” alums — Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa and guests talking, and it has added in relevant clips from the show.

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When a great show like ‘Succession’ gives us such vivid characters, now you’re talking

When it comes to the best-written shows, like “Succession,” we all want to offer our five-cents' worth on the lead players. That kind of analytical conversation has become part of the TV experience, circa 2023.

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‘A Small Light’ sees Anne Frank’s story through the eyes of those who helped her

It’s about Miep Gies and her cohort in Amsterdam, who helped hide Otto Frank, his family, and four others in a secret annex during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands.

Who’ll be the heir to the ‘Succession’ throne?

“Succession” comes to an end Sunday, and we’re all guessing which of the show’s many scoundrels will be sitting atop Waystar Royco when all is said and done. So let's weigh the pros and cons of the six likeliest candidates.

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One way or another, reboot brings ‘Nurse Jackie’ back to life

Just the announcement of the reboot has a profound effect on the original series finale.