I understand that some people want to binge-watch Stranger Things in one weekend, but I'm honestly thrilled about the release plan. I urge people to have patience; all the hype and sense of community that fans are going to experience in the weeks between episode releases are going to make it worthwhile. It's been a long time coming, so I really do sympathize with frustration, but great TV deserves its time in the limelight, not just one weekend.

The Benedict Cumberbatch-led Sherlock remains one of the most popular adaptations of the titular genius detective, even as it found itself in competition with the Jonny Lee Miller-starring Elementary that premiered two years later. While most debates pit Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr.'s Sherlock Holmes portrayals against one another, I still think when it comes to its titular character, Elementary remains the better adaptation, particularly for how it explores Holmes' issues with addiction. It created a form of emotional stake in the character beyond his need to solve mysteries, and I was truly gripped by his journey.

Damon Lindelof, co-creator of The Leftovers, recently acknowledged that season 1 of the show perhaps wasn't as accessible as it could be for viewers. The first season is rather dark and gorey, so I can understand why some find it a challenging watch. He referenced the season 1 episode "Gladys," which is a particular favorite of mine, particularly when Gladys is stoned to death. It's definitely gripping, but yes, a bit too much at times. However, I think it suits the tone of the show well, and there are plenty of other shows that go way darker, in my opinion.

I was gutted to learn this morning that Jonathan Joss, who played Ken Hotate in Parks and Recreation and voiced John Redcorn in King of the Hill, has ed away. I loved Joss as Hotate in Parks and Recreation, and he was truly a brilliant addition to the cast and an underrated ing character. My favorite moment of his was when Hotate accused Ann of being racist when she offered him water, and he asked, "Like firewater?" The little smile he offered before explaining he was messing with her was stellar.

Supernatural has had its fair share of hilarious episodes over 15 seasons. That said, three pop to mind when I think about the funniest of the show's run. These are: "Mystery Spot," which was Supernatural's take on Groundhog Day, where Dean kept dying at the end of every day; "The French Mistake," where Sam and Dean came to the real world; and "Scoobynatural," which was Supernatural's animated crossover special with Scooby-Doo.

I'm very sad that Ncuti Gatwa has left Doctor Who as the Fifteenth Doctor. I thought they were stellar and was hoping for more time. I loved it when he'd call villains babes, and his sense of humor was brilliant, but the one moment that sticks in my mind was when the Doctor cried at the end of "Dot and Bubble." That was actually the first scene Ncuti shot as the Doctor, I believe, which makes this moment even more impactful. 

Sometimes, an ambiguous ending to a TV show can be a good or bad thing. Sometimes it's good when a show wraps up without a definitive answer, but it can also be incredibly annoying. Regardless, there are some that we all want answers to. For me, it's Tony's fate in The Sopranos. The screen cuts to blank, and even though it's implied he was killed, it's also just as possible that he wasn't and it was suicide or just an injury. 

I have no issue with fan service, but Doctor Who may have gone too far now. I'm honestly astonished, and I so confidently claimed that Billie Piper would never be cast as the Doctor, but alas, I'm wrong. I feel that the fandom took far too long to get over Rose Tyler, who was overhyped in my opinion anyway, and Billie's casting just fuels the Doctor/Rose love story even more. There are loads of legendary companions who are arguably the most important to the Doctor, and I can't understand why it always has to come back to Rose. 

At Netflix's TUDUM 2025 event, some of the cast of Stranger Things came on stage to show fans some of their favorite clips from throughout the years, as well as announce the release dates for the parts of Season 5. It was crazy to see just how young they all were when this first started, and fun to take a walk down memory lane. The release dates are pretty close together, essentially surrounding the holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. This is brilliant because it means that people are off of work and school and will have the time to invest in binging all three parts. When I saw that part 2 was releasing on Christmas, I thought for a second that the finale might not squeeze into this year, but Netflix was able to set it to release on New Year's Eve, so it just barely makes it. This is a brilliant way of making it not feel too long for fans, because even that one day change, making it 2026, makes it feel infinitely longer until we see the end of an era.

Netflix's TUDUM 2025 this past weekend revealed a lot of exciting information. We saw a bunch of trailers and finally got some highly anticipated release dates. Not to mention, a whole lot of talented people showed up in the same room to promote their respective projects. While I cannot wait for Squid Game Season 3, and I am eagerly awaiting the end of Stranger Things (I hope no one else dies, although I am sure that is wishful thinking), it is One Piece Season 2 that has me the most excited because of one character - Tony Tony Chopper. I love Chopper and after the look we got of him in action, it is clear that he is going to translate to live-action beautifully.

When the Rani revealed she was trying to bring Omega back in Doctor Who's "Wish World," I was intrigued and excited. However, I was disappointed with Omega's role in "The Reality War." He was barely seen on-screen, had a couple of lines, and then just ate the new Rani in one bite before being forced back into his tomb. I'm glad Omega finally got a chance to appear in the modern era of Doctor Who, but for such a major villain, his return was anticlimactic.

I love Doctor Who, but I'm a little annoyed with it. Many of us have been waiting for Carole Ann Ford to return as Susan in the modern era, but she never made a proper appearance in the season 15 finale, except in the repeat of the flashback on John Smith's TV. I think she was supposed to play a bigger part in it, but I assume things were changed for some reason. It's gutting, honestly, and I don't think we'll ever get a proper Susan return now.

My biggest takeaway from Variety's report is just how much control Netflix has over the streaming market. HBO only had two shows in the top 100, Hulu's highest-ranking show was #49, Disney+'s was #45, and Apple TV+'s was #79. This could simply be due to the shows that aired during the 2024-2025 season, which are still generating good numbers. However, given the investment, I'm curious about the profitability of original content on other platforms, aside from Netflix.

I really loved the first two seasons of The Flash when I was a teenager, but after season 3's finale, I could hardly stomach the show anymore. I'm not sure if I just reached the age where I was beginning to outgrow it or if the quality actually dipped as much as it felt like, but I began to realize how redundant and formulaic the show was. I watched some of season 4 before quitting for good.

I think I'm one of the few people who don't necessarily hate Clair despite the problems with her character. She undoubtedly could use a bit more characterization of her own, but I think the primary aspect the show is trying to illustrate bout this person is that she's emotionally available and very good for Carmy, yet he isn't ready for her. Even if she's not around much in season 4, I think him eventually working his way back to her (or not) could be a powerful arc for him. 

The Penguin's showrunner Lauren LeFranc recently confirmed that other The Batman spin-off shows are in the early stages of development. With that in mind, I'd love to see a series about Harvery Dent and his evolution into Two-Face. That said, it would also be nice to finally see a GD series with Jim Gordon get off the ground.

I've been reading fantasy for years while waiting for The Winds of Winter, and Joe Abercrombie's The First Law is one I can vouch for. It's certainly the most common tonal comparison to A Song of Ice & Fire. Otherwise, I've recently started reading Tad Williams Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, and while I can't speak to the quality of the whole series, what I've read so far bears a remarkable resemblance to how George R.R. Martin's writing reads. This series was one of Martin's original inspirations for ASOIAF.

I have really enjoyed Doctor Who season 15, and I love the show in general. I can't believe I'm saying this, and hear me out, but I think it could be time for the show to take a little break. Over recent years, so much has happened both on-screen and behind-the-scenes. From the Timeless Child to Disney getting involved with Doctor Who, it's been wild. However, I think the show could benefit from taking even a year off the air to reevaluate itself, especially as it has been non-stop since its return in 2005.

Although it was recently reported that Marvel Studios won't be at Hall H this year at SDCC, they'll reportedly still have a presence at the event. With that in mind, I'm willing to best we'll still see some cool Marvel television announcements, perhaps even some new shows or confirmed new seasons.

Phineas and Ferb Season 5 is premiering on the Disney Channel soon and many fans are thrilled to see this beloved series return. But because it is so beloved, there is a lot of pressure on the creative team to get it right. Thankfully, the original creators and voice cast have returned, which is sure to help things feel seamless. One of the things that must be done in order for this new season to be a success is that the show not only captures the same feel of the first four seasons, but the songs must be catchy and meta and fun, as well.