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The Watch

The Ringer
Slow Horses
Monsieur Spade
The Bear
The Curse
True Detective
Fargo
Television Production
Clive Owen
Beef
Succession
Emmys
Environmental Collapse
Mick Heron
Apple TV+
Gary Oldman
British Spy Genre
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Reacher
True Detective: Night Country
Amazon Prime

Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.

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Chris and Andy talk about the fifth episode of ‘Task,’ discussing Tom and Robbie finally crossing paths, the impressive performances from actors on the periphery, and the loose threads the show still has to tie up in these final two episodes (1:05). more

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Chris and Andy talk about the second episode of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 and whether or not Jackson Lamb’s lack of character progression is holding back the show (4:14). Then, they react to the most recent trailers for ‘Landman’ S2 and ‘Jay Kelly’ (15:... more

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Chris and Andy talk about seeing Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ and the surprisingly prophetic nature of its story (3:25). Then, they break down the fourth episode of ‘Task’ (17:39), before they’re joined by stars Mark Ruffalo and ... more

Chris and Andy talk about why the season finale of ‘Alien: Earth’ missed the mark and their interest level in potential future seasons (2:47). Then they break down the premiere of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 (38:57), before Chris is joined by ‘The Lowdown... more

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Ethan Hawke
Actor and filmmaker
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Episode: ‘Alien: Earth’ Failed Itself. Plus, Ethan Hawke and Sterlin Harjo on ‘The Lowdown,’ and ‘Slow Horses’ Is Back!
Sterlin Harjo
Writer and director
The Lowdown
Episode: ‘Alien: Earth’ Failed Itself. Plus, Ethan Hawke and Sterlin Harjo on ‘The Lowdown,’ and ‘Slow Horses’ Is Back!
Gail Simmons
Judge and Executive Producer of Top Chef
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Episode: ‘Mindhunter’ Rumors, ‘100 Foot Wave’ Season 3, and Gail Simmons on the ‘Top Chef’ Finale
Jesse Armstrong
Writer and director, known for 'Succession' and 'Mountainhead'
HBO
Episode: Jesse Armstrong on the Making of ‘Mountainhead.’ Plus, Why ‘Stick’ Doesn’t Stick.
Alan Siegel
Author and pop culture commentator
Episode: Warner and Discovery Split Yet Again, ‘Dept. Q,’ and Alan Siegel on the Golden Era of ‘The Simpsons’
Tony Gilroy
Creator of 'Andor'
Episode: Tony Gilroy on the Final Three Episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2
Noah Wyle
Actor known for his role in ER and currently in The Pitt
The Pitt
Episode: Noah Wyle on the Season Finale of ‘The Pitt’ and the Show’s Unexpected Success
Danny McBride
Actor, Director and Creator of The Righteous Gemstones
HBO's The Righteous Gemstones
Episode: Danny McBride on the Premiere of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ S4. Plus, ‘The White Lotus’ E4 and ‘Severance’ E8.
Richard Price
Acclaimed author and screenwriter known for works like 'Clockers' and 'The Night Of'
Episode: Jason Mantzoukas on ‘Shoresy’ Season 4 and ‘SAS: Rogue Heroes.’ Plus, Richard Price on Writing ‘Lazarus Man.’

Hosts

Chris Ryan
Editor and a host with deep knowledge of pop culture, sharing perspectives on TV, movies, and trends alongside co-host Andy Greenwald.
Andy Greenwald
Co-host with a strong background in television critique and a keen sense of pop culture narratives, known for his humorous and analytical take on recent shows and films.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 9.9k ratings
  • Great show, the goods!

    …born in ‘75 and Star Wars was my lifeblood, but screw those online SW nerds…they always have been and always will be “at”-“at’s” (imperial walkers)!

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    5
    Deadhead-Dan10
    United States15 days ago
  • Hmmm

    Doesn’t everything underwhelm you guys, though? Hahahaha

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    1
    Jr1372
    United States16 days ago
  • Watch the shows!

    I like hearing people talk about shows but it irritates the heck out of me to hear people on these shows admit they didn’t watch the show or the season or heard this or that about it. Talk about what you’ve seen and if you haven’t seen it - freakin watch it before you do the episode.

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    3
    rachelfran
    United States16 days ago
  • No one likes water ice that much

    A fan of the show, but either it jumped the shark this week or CR just needs to cut back on podding. They literally had 2 conversations about John’s vs Rita’s water ice in which CR is very much interested in hearing a take on black cherry but inconsistent about chocolate water ice and Andy is lauds a brand that doesn’t even have a regional reputation. (One in the ep previewing ep1 of Task, one reviewing it.)

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    2
    greyhound-daddy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Absolutely love…

    but, Andy, PLEASE stop interrupting.

    Cracking jokes and cutting Chris off when he is mid sentence is infuriating. If he tries to interject, you steamroll right over him.

    Chris may not mind, but your listeners do.

    Stop being that guy.

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    1
    StephR0sIe
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners enjoy the entertaining and insightful conversations between the hosts, appreciating their chemistry and humor.
Many listeners feel a strong nostalgic connection to the discussions, particularly those addressing shows and films from their youth.
Fans value the depth of analysis and the connections drawn between contemporary media and societal themes.
There are mixed feelings regarding the hosts' critiques, with some expressing frustration over perceived negativity or nitpicking.

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The Emmys Mostly Got It Right and ‘Task’ Episode 2
Q: Did the studio win because of an exhaustion with The Bear vs. Hacks?
I think it won because Hollywood loves to see a reflection or affirmation of its mission, with a show that everybody got behind.
The Emmys Mostly Got It Right and ‘Task’ Episode 2
Q: What are your thoughts on Nate Bargatze's hosting performance?
He delivered one of the all time worst hosting performances last night, feeling incredibly dispiriting and ill-suited for the Emmys.
Scott Frank on the Making of ‘Dept. Q.’ Plus, the ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ Finale.
Q: What made you passionate about Dept. Q?
Scott expressed his love for British procedurals and the desire to embrace established genres while creating something fresh within them.
Warner and Discovery Split Yet Again, ‘Dept. Q,’ and Alan Siegel on the Golden Era of ‘The Simpsons’
Q: When I have thought before, perhaps self-indulgently about whether I would ever write a book about a movie or a single thing, like a series or a film, I'm like, man, do I have enough in the tank to write about one thing?
When writing about The Simpsons, you're actually writing about the entertainment industry, American culture, the way trends worked in our country, both in the 90s and now.
Tony Gilroy on the Final Three Episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2
Q: How did the moments you were just describing, having these emotional chess pieces in play, emerge during writing?
Gilroy mentions that he always knew the final moments of the show and discusses how the emotional elements became more distinct as the story progressed.

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A lively exploration of current television, movies, and music unfolds through engaging dialogues between two long-time friends. Each episode offers a critical lens on the latest releases, cultural phenomena, and nostalgic classics, fostering a blend of humorous banter and serious critique. The hosts not only discuss popular series and films but also reflect on broader themes in media, audience engagement, and industry shifts, creating a rich tapestry of commentary that resonates with various facets of pop culture. Their chemistry and ability to interweave personal anecdotes with professional insights set the tone for a uniquely enjoyable and thought-provoking listening experience.

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1. Ethan Hawke
2. Sterlin Harjo
3. Gail Simmons
4. Jesse Armstrong
5. Alan Siegel
6. Tony Gilroy
7. Noah Wyle
8. Danny McBride

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