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Jury Duty: The Best Series of 2023

Joshua Shweiki, University of Maryland, College Park

Follow Us The slogan “12 jurors. 11 actors” succinctly captures the unique concept and premise of the new television series “Jury Duty.” Premiering April 7 2023, the show took the country by storm. It revolves…

December 22, 2023

In an article about the new Amazon Prime series "Swarm," a drawing of the characters played by guest star Billie Eilish and lead actress Dominique Fishback, as well as series creator Donald Glover.

Swarm Brings a Lot of Buzz, but it Doesn’t Quite Hit the Mark

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

The new Amazon Prime Video series is more interested in shallow celebrity references than its main character's emotional development.…

June 29, 2023

Despite Its Flaws, ‘Winning Time’ Is an Overall Enjoyable Experience

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

The HBO series about the rise of the Lakers Dynasty is a fun and entertaining dramatization based on real-life events.…

May 7, 2022

‘Derry Girls’ Is The Coming-of-Age Show That We’ve Desperately Needed

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

A series about growing up should have Hollywood taking notes.…

April 30, 2022

The Brilliance of ‘Better Call Saul’

Jesus Garcia, Boston University

The creators of this show go above and beyond to create a unique and enjoyable experience for the well-known 'Breaking Bad' character.…

April 25, 2022

Season 2 of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ Significantly Surpasses Season 1

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

This dark comedy series unleashed a new round of episodes that vastly outperformed earlier installments.…

April 9, 2022

Main characters Bridget and Joel from the new series Somebody Somewhere stand in doorway with a dog.

Bridget Everett Is Your New Hometown Best Friend in ‘Somebody Somewhere’

Lena Bramsen, The New School

The new HBO series connects heartfelt revelations to the imperfect, messy realities of everyday life.…

March 24, 2022

Why You Should Catch Up on ‘Outlander’ in Time for the Sixth Season

Julie Morse, Pomona College

Immerse yourself in this breathtaking historical fiction series filled with drama, adventure and romance.…

March 10, 2022

The Unpredictable Nature of ‘Barry’ Returns With Season 3

Jesus Garcia, Boston University

HBO Max is releasing more episodes for one of its well-loved series.…

March 8, 2022

the three hosts of the Drama Queens podcast

‘Drama Queens’ Lets the Women of ‘One Tree Hill’ Make Joy out of Pain

Julie Morse, Pomona College

The series's lead actors Sophia Bush, Bethany Joy Lenz and Hilarie Burton Morgan are using their new podcast to reclaim the sometimes painful memories of the iconic show.…

March 6, 2022

Character from the hit show The Lost Symbol

‘The Lost Symbol’ Series on Peacock Is a Breath of Fresh Air

Debbie Aspromonti, Hofstra University

Many changes were made in adapting Dan Brown’s novel to the screen, but they were changes that paid off big.…

February 26, 2022

Hulu’s ‘Pam & Tommy’ Is an Entertaining Show, But Is It Ethical?

Julie Morse, Pomona College

The new TV series is causing a lot of controversy over the moral question of sharing another person's story without their consent.…

February 17, 2022

‘Yellowstone’ Season 4: The Good, the Bad, and the Could-Be-Better

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

This beloved TV western returns to deliver more breathtaking scenery but under-delivers when it comes to the screenwriting.…

February 17, 2022

Sam from Atypical surrounded by penguins

Season 4 of ‘Atypical’ Does Not Live Up to the Previous Seasons

Trinity Crompton, Molloy College

The lovable comedy started off strong with three fantastic seasons — where did the writers go wrong with the fourth?…

October 25, 2021

An illustration of soldiers in Band of Brothers.

‘Band of Brothers’ Should Be the Next Show on Your Watch List

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The limited series deals with the realities faced by American soldiers in the 101st Airborne Division during World War II.…

September 5, 2021

‘The Uncanny Counter’ and What To Expect From the Second Season

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

After the season finale achieved the highest ratings in the show's history, the fantasy thriller has left fans itching for Season 2.…

February 18, 2021

‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ Is Relatable, Even If Its Plot Is Not

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Starring and co-produced by Rob Lowe, the firefighter drama series highlights underrepresented perspectives, but fails to deliver realistic plot lines.…

September 14, 2020

A Love Letter to an Early 2000s Dramedy: Understanding the Comforting Ethos of ‘Gilmore Girls’

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Amy Sherman-Palladino's titular mother-daughter duo continues to make even the worst days just a bit better. The final episode may have aired back in 2007, but fans are still eager to get their fix of…

September 11, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez in article about "Anne with an E."

‘Anne with an E’ Fans Campaign for a Season 4, but Is It a Good Idea?

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

After the show’s cancellation, fans have been demanding a fourth season, but its creators say it isn’t feasible.…

August 7, 2020

The Depiction of Crisis in ‘Avenue 5’ Feels Remarkably Relevant

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Armando Ianucci's new comedic sci-fi series, featuring Hugh Laurie, Zach Woods and Rebecca Front, seems eerily similar to the current political climate in the U.S.…

August 6, 2020

Image of David Tennant and Olivia Colman in Broadchurch

British Crime Drama ‘Broadchurch’ Should Be Your Next Binge-Watch

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Looking for your latest binge-worthy series? This crime show will keep you glued to your seat as you uncover the mysteries of the town and its residents.…

August 1, 2020

Netflix’s ‘The Baby-Sitters Club’ Reimagines the Classic Stoneybrook Gang in the 21st Century

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

The series implements intricate lessons on empathy and perception, and with its inclusiveness, indicates a positive direction for children's programming.…

July 30, 2020

A hand signaling the "live long and prosper" sign from Star Trek

How ‘Star Trek’ Still Tackles Racism Even 50 Years Later

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Far more than just a space show, the sci-fi franchise continues to explore complex moral topics from a wide variety of perspectives.…

July 24, 2020

Dropped by NBC After Three Seasons, ‘Hannibal’ Gets Another Chance on Netflix

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Sharpen your forks and knives because it's about to get bloody. Once you start watching the crime drama, you won't be able to stop.…

July 9, 2020

‘Friends’ Has Officially Been Taken Off Netflix and Now Fans Are Unsure of What to Binge

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

With the long-running series no longer available and 'The Office' leaving fairly soon, it has left many subscribers wondering if Netflix is truly there for you.…

January 6, 2020