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Television

Netflix’s ‘Roommates’ makes poor breakout film for Sadie Sandler

Netflix’s “Roommates” was released on April 17 and it proved why nepotism can truly hinder the film industry. “Roommates” is a 2026 film starring Sadie Sandler, daughter of Adam Sandler and produced by his company Happy Madison. The movie follows…

‘The Boys’ returns with an action-packed season premiere

“The Boys” is back with its fifth and final season that wastes no time throwing viewers back into its violent, chaotic world.  The opening episodes move quickly, pushing multiple storylines forward at once and setting a tone that feels urgent…

Final season of ‘Euphoria’ raises stakes with new direction

The season premiere of “Euphoria” sees the cast in more perilous situations than ever. It has been four years since the show’s season two finale. After a series of intense behind-the-scenes controversies and roadblocks, the first episode of the show’s…

‘Survivor’ gears up for biggest season yet with season 50

Over 25 years, for 49 seasons and counting, CBS has graced us with the greatest reality competition show in the world: “Survivor.” And it has all been leading up to this ultimate 50th season. This season there are 24 contestants…

‘Hannah Montana’ anniversary special sparks excitement, nostalgia 

Get your sequined tops and blonde wigs ready! The beloved Disney Channel original show “Hannah Montana” turns 20 this year and to celebrate, Disney with Unwell Network is producing an anniversary special. “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” will feature Hannah…

Pennywise returns in latest adaptation of Stephen King’s novel ‘It’

The beloved horror tale, which has been adapted many times, is taking a new form in the HBO Max series “It: Welcome to Derry.” Unlike most adaptations of Stephen King’s “It,” the show follows the little Maine town in the…

Hulu’s ‘Murdaugh: Death In The Family’ blurs line between truth, drama

I followed the story of the Murdaughs closely when the news first broke in 2021. I was instantly hooked. A high-up lawyer murders his 22-year-old son and wife out of the blue? Another senseless tragedy. But, there was an extra…

Sabrina Carpenter hosts ‘SNL,’ takes show by storm in latest episode

Last weekend, Sabrina Carpenter returned to “Saturday Night Live” for her third appearance on the show overall and first time hosting. Previously, Carpenter appeared in 2024 as the music guest when actor Jake Gyllenhaal hosted and again in a duet…

Latest ‘Black Mirror’ episode takes on healthcare, tech scares

Rating: 3.5/5 stars “Black Mirror” has released its seventh season contending with the themes of human relationships with technology and future dangers it poses.  The first episode “Common People,” follows a couple after the wife faces a life-threatening brain tumor…

Saturday Night Live’s 50th Anniversary episode filled with iconic moments

Rating: 4/5 stars “Saturday Night Live” premiered its historic 50th season on Sept. 28, hosted by recent Emmy-winner Jean Smart (“Hacks”), featuring musical guest, Jelly Roll (“Whitsitt Chapel”).  The famed sketch show recently was found to be a target for…