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White House Plumbers: this Watergate drama’s cast is dazzling. Unfortunately, it’s terrible

Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux lead an all-star production with a gigantic budget. But why do the two leads seem to be acting in totally different shows?

Joel Golby

27, May, 2023 @6:00 AM

It seems there are only two modes of billionaire: deathly dull or unstoppably cringe | Joel Golby

What would you buy if you were richer than god? Surely something cooler than an eerie statue of your girlfriend for the prow of your yacht, says writer Joel Golby

Joel Golby

24, May, 2023 @6:00 AM

Poker Face: Natasha Lyonne’s perfect detective show turns up the fun-o-meter until it explodes

A PI who can spot liars a mile away, and a cast clearly having a hoot, inject the classic murder-of-the-week format with wit, charm and irresistible energy

Joel Golby

20, May, 2023 @6:00 AM

The Guide #86: Jury Duty is the best TV comedy you’re not watching

In this week’s newsletter: Ask anyone if they’ve seen Amazon’s fake trial mockumentary where everyone is acting except for one poor juror, and you’ll unfairly be met with blank stares

Joel Golby

12, May, 2023 @10:45 AM

The Muppets Mayhem: it is impossible to watch this brilliant series without a massive grin

There is just no TV show that wouldn’t be improved by adding Muppets. This hilarious series is packed with cameos from celebs who are all having the time of their lives

Joel Golby

06, May, 2023 @6:00 AM

Fatal Attraction: Joshua Jackson is pitch perfect in this remake of the 80s erotic thriller

The actor is fantastic in the Michael Douglas role of this iconic movie, with Lizzy Caplan doing a particularly intense take on Glenn Close’s part. Here’s to remakemania!

Joel Golby

29, Apr, 2023 @6:00 AM

Citadel: this spy thriller is a rip-roaring, non-stop actionfest

Richard Madden, Stanley Tucci and Priyanka Chopra Jones blast their way through this fun, zippy series from the Russo brothers. Just don’t take it too seriously…

Joel Golby

27, Apr, 2023 @2:06 PM

Scared of the Dark: this throwback reality show is just Celebrity Big Brother with the lights off

What could be worse than being stuck in the pitch black for Channel 4’s new Danny Dyer-hosted series? Being trapped in there with Chris Eubank…

Joel Golby

15, Apr, 2023 @6:00 AM

Banjo: Designing the Hebrides – so nice it will make you want to move to the Highlands

This warm, relaxing home makeover show is set amid wondrous scenery, is light on premise and has precisely zero peril. It’s absolutely lovely

Joel Golby

08, Apr, 2023 @6:00 AM

Beef: Ali Wong ’s rage-fuelled drama is one of the most riveting shows of the year

This dark, hilarious series sees a chance encounter send two strangers tumbling down a rabbit hole of revenge. It’s an early contender for the best-of-the-year lists

Joel Golby

01, Apr, 2023 @6:00 AM

I thought I was immune to being fooled online. Then I saw the pope in a coat | Joel Golby

An encounter with an AI-generated image of his holiness has changed me: I now have sympathy for credulous baby boomers, says writer Joel Golby

Joel Golby

27, Mar, 2023 @1:51 PM

Succession: this glittering show will end on a high that we’ll be talking about in 30 years’ time

As the Roy family’s fleet of helicopters land for their final outing, there’s no point in resisting this sumptuous programme. There really is nothing else like this on TV

Joel Golby

27, Mar, 2023 @6:00 AM