Thursday, January 29, 2026

Recap: High Potential "NPC"

 



This week, High Potential replaced skydiving gear with headsets and vests. "NPC" entered professional esports, delivering a case with more glitches and hidden levels than a beta launch. Here's my recap and review.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Recap: The Hunting party "Zach Lang"

 


If you believed the Pit made people better, Zack Lang is the perfect example that it only sharpens the blade; in other words, someone who’s more intense and edgy. Here's my recap and review of The Hunting Party, "Zach Lang."

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

The Cleaner: Scrubbing the Soul of Shropshire

 


Grab a hazmat suit and some heavy-duty bleach; we’re scrubbing down the crime scenes of Shropshire. If you haven’t checked out The Cleaner on BritBox, you’re missing a show that somehow makes blood-spatter patterns and industrial-strength mop buckets… philosophical. Here are my thoughts on the series. 

Monday, January 26, 2026

TV Corner Notes: TV Streaming Headache, Sophie Turner's New Series and More


This week on TV Corner Notes: why streaming turned TV into fast food, Sophie Turner’s action-star glow-up, and a punk-rock midlife rebellion you need to hear.

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Steal Season 1

 


We’ve seen plenty of actors try to "shake off" the shadow of a massive franchise. For Sophie Turner, Game of Thrones will always be the baseline, but her new Prime Video series Steal (which dropped on January 21) feels like a deliberate, high-octane stepping stone toward her most iconic role yet: Lara Croft. Here are my thoughts on the Prime Video series. 

One Chicago Recap: Chicago Med "Frost on Fire"/Chicago Fire "Carry a Torch"/Chicago P.D. "Faith"

 



This week's One Chicago, from relationship growth to an unexpected moment, a heartbreaking but emotional moment, and more. Here's this week's recap and review of One Chicago. 

Recap: The Pitt S2, Ep. 3 "9:00 A.M."


“9:00 A.M.” is another fascinating hour of television that reminds us how the "quiet before the storm" can sometimes be just as tense as the storm itself. Here's a warm recap and review of the third episode of season two. 

Preview: High Potential "NPC"

 


Here's a preview of this week's episode of High Potential.

Saturday, January 24, 2026

The Night Agent Season 2

 


From basement phone calls to global conspiracies, Peter Sutherland really said “career growth.” Season 2 of The Night Agent cranked up the danger, the moral gray areas, and the emotional damage. Here’s my recap and review.

Friday, January 23, 2026

Code of Silence Season 1: Proves Crime Thrillers Don’t Have to Be Loud to Be Powerful

 


This week, we’re highlighting one of 2025's most talked-about British imports. If you’ve been ignoring Code of Silence on BritBox, stop. It's not just another police procedural; it’s a tense thriller showing that silence can matter most. Here's my recap and review of the first season.

Recap: Riot Women (Season 1, Episodes 1-3): From Canteens to Power Chords


Dust off your Doc Martens and crank the amp; if you haven’t started watching Riot Women on BritBox yet, you’re missing what might be Sally Wainwright’s (Happy Valley) most rebellious, heartbreaking, and gloriously loud series to date. Here's my recap and review of the first three episodes of Season 1.

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Chicago Fire Shocker: Chief Pascal Steps Away as a New Leader Ignites Firehouse 51

 


There is a major shake-up coming to the Windy City. Just as Firehouse 51 finds its footing, a familiar face is taking a leave of absence while a formidable new Chief prepares to move in.

Recap: High Potential "Grounded"

 


In this week's High Potential, Morgan Gillory faces a mid-air murder case and losing her badge as Internal Affairs targets her. Here's a recap of "Grounded."

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

The Next #OneChicago Crossover is Set

 


If you were wondering if there was going to be another One Chicago crossover, fear no more. 

Recap: The Hunting Party "Adrian Gallo"


If you slept peacefully after the latest episode of The Hunting Party, because that hour was pure nightmare fuel. Here’s my recap and review of "Adrian Gallo."

Monday, January 19, 2026

TV Corner Notes: Pilot Pick Ups, Ponies Review and more



Pilot season is back, and streaming wars are heating up! The TV world keeps reinventing itself weekly. Whether you like spy thrillers, West Texas dramas, or comfort TV, there’s something for everyone if you know where to look.

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Preview: High Potential "Grounded"

 



Here's a preview of this week's new episode of High Potential.

Recap: Landman "Tragedy and Flies" Season Finale

 


The Season 2 finale of Landman truly satisfies Taylor Sheridan fans with its blend of gritty action, clever legal twists, and an uplifting underdog victory that shakes up the whole West Texas scene. Here's a heartfelt recap and review of "Tragedy and Flies."

Recap: The Pitt (Season 2, Episode 2) "8:00 A.M.

 



The second hour of the Fourth of July shift has wrapped up, showing us that the morning heat in Pittsburgh is just the start compared to the intense atmosphere inside the trauma bays. Here's a friendly recap and review of The Pitt Season 2, Episode 2, "8:00 A.M."

Ponies Season 1



Peacock starts 2026 with a vibrant, "neon-cold" 1970s spy thriller that reminds us the biggest threats in Moscow aren't the fancy suited folks—they’re the ones with the groceries. This is a show you'd definitely want to watch. Here's my recap and review. 

One Chicago Recap: Chicago Med "Blindsided"/Chicago Fire "Crime of Passion"/Chicago P.D. "Heroes"



From Sharon saying goodbye to Bret, to Hannah’s realization, Severide facing two challenges, and a Trudy-centric episode, here's a recap of this week's One Chicago. 

Friday, January 16, 2026

Ted Season 1



Season 2 of Ted is coming this March, and it made me realize I never got around to sharing how much I loved the first season when it first came out in 2024. Better late than never, right? So here I am, finally sharing my thoughts on Season 1—long overdue!

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Recap: High Potential "Under the Rug"

 


This week, Morgan and Karadec find themselves navigating through the complexities of federal bureaucracy when a straightforward murder investigation brings them directly to the doorstep of the FBI. Here's a recap and review of High Potential, "Under the Rug."

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Recap: The Hunting Party "Ron Simms" Season Premiere

 


After the explosive revelations of Season 1, the Task Force is no longer just "catching killers"—they are fighting a shadow war against the architects of the secret prison. The Season 2 premiere introduces us to a new kind of threat: a man who doesn't just kill, but something more. Here's a recap and review of The Hunting Party, "Ron Simms."

Recap: The Pitt (S2,Ep.1) "7:00am"



The Pitt returns without missing a beat, featuring returning characters, introducing new ones, and transitioning from heartbreaking moments to wild cases. Here’s a recap and review of the season premiere of The Pitt, titled "7:00am."

Monday, January 12, 2026

TV Corner Notes: Power Plays, Quiet Twists & Winter Thrillers

 



Power plays, broken trust, cozy TV with a dark side, and spies hiding in plain sight — this week’s watchlist is doing a lot. From Landman’s pre-finale gut punch to a small-town procedural that quietly shatters expectations, plus one of Netflix’s sleekest thrillers in years, there’s plenty to unpack. Let’s get into it.

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Preview: High Potential "Under The Rug"



Here's a preview of this Tuesday's episode of High Potential.

Recap: Landman "Plans, Tears, and Sirens"



The penultimate episode of Season 2 delivered tension, a rescue, and a shocking ending. Here's a recap and review of Landman's "Plans, Tears, and Sirens."

One Chicago Winter Premiere Recap: One Chicago Med "Triple Threat"/Chicago Fire "A Man Possessed"/Chicago P.D. "Born Screaming"

 



The winter premiere of One Chicago did not disappoint. Here's a recap and review of Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D.

Good Cop/Bad Cop Season 1: A Cozy Procedural With a Not-So-Cozy Secret


If you’ve been craving that very specific kind of “blue sky” TV—the kind that feels like Psych crossed with Northern Exposure—then The CW’s Good Cop/Bad Cop might be exactly what you need right now. Here's my thoughts on the first season. 

Black Doves Season 1: Worthy For Your Spy Thriller Watchlist



If you’re craving a smart, stylish spy thriller with real emotional weight, Black Doves might be your next binge. Here are my thoughts on the first season of this Netflix series. 

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Recap: High Potential "The One That Got Away: Part Two" Winter Premiere



High Potential kicked off its winter premiere with an exciting and high-stakes episode that beautifully resolved the cliffhanger from the mid-season finale. It also took Morgan’s personal story into a new, thrilling direction. Here's my recap and review of the winter premiere. 

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

A Brutal, Breathless Descent: Bargain (Season 1)



What happens when a simple deal turns into a deadly fight for survival? "Bargain" is one of Paramount+’s series of thrillers, that drops viewers into a claustrophobic nightmare where trust is scarce, and every choice could be your last. Prepare for a tense, darkly humorous ride you won’t forget. Here's my spoiler review. 

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Long Bright River Review


In March 2025, I finished Long Bright River on Peacock—and somehow completely forgot to write about it. If you’re drawn to moody, neighborhood-noir dramas in the vein of Mare of Easttown, this series is absolutely worth your time. Just know going in: this is not an easy or comforting watch. Here's my review of the series. 

Bargain: A Relentless Survival Thriller (Spoiler-Free)

 


What happens when a simple deal turns deadly? "Bargain", Paramount+’s latest thriller, takes viewers into a claustrophobic nightmare where trust is scarce, and every choice could be your last. Prepare for a tense, darkly humorous ride. Here's my spoiler-free review. 

Monday, January 5, 2026

TV Corner Notes: New Beginnings, Risky Bets, and Saying Goodbye

 



From ringing in the new year with joy to bidding farewell to a cherished series — and happily welcoming back familiar favorites — this week’s TV Corner Notes is all about embracing change.

Sunday, January 4, 2026

The Copenhagen Test Season 1

 



Peacock’s The Copenhagen Test transforms the fear of weaponized thoughts into a gripping espionage thriller. I explain why it’s one of the streamer’s most intriguing originals in my full recap and review.

Recap: Landman "Handsome Touched Me"

 


Will Tommy get Cami to see the downside of the offshore drilling option, and what will he do about T.L.'s accident? Here's a recap and review of Landman's "Handsome Touched Me." 

The Hunting Party Season 1


Before the second season of The Hunting Party kicks off this week, I wanted to share a quick recap and my thoughts on the first season. Hope you find it helpful!

The Pitt Season 1


The second season of HBO Max's The Pitt is just a few days away. Here's my quick recap and review of the first season of the Emmy-winning drama Series. 

Recap: Stranger Things Series Finale: "The Rightside Up"


Well, it took a couple of days, but here's my recap and review of the series finale of Stranger Things.