TV Corner Notes: Finales, Thrills, and June Premieres

This week’s TV lineup is full of emotional goodbyes, exciting new premieres, and thrilling chaos perfect for relaxing. Let’s explore what I’ve watched, and what you might want to add to your watchlist next.

Widow's Bay (S1, Ep. 6-7) "Our History"/"Seasickness"

Episodes 6 and 7 of Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay land as a phenomenal double-feature, finally blowing open the mystery behind the island’s curse. By weaving together a brutal 18th-century horror story with the show’s signature present-day physical comedy, the series delivers its most ambitious and rewarding block of television yet. Here’s my full recap and review of this stellar twin bill.

Hacks Series Finale Recap & Review: A Bittersweet, Perfect Goodbye

The Hacks finale masterfully blends emotional depth with humor, highlighting Deborah and Ava's unbreakable bond through an intimate milestone rather than a big industry spectacle. Hannah Einbinder's vulnerable, Emmy-worthy performance makes the hour both heartbreaking and delightful, balancing heartbreak and comedy. Here's my recap and review. 

Ghosts (S5, Ep. 21-22) "Up the Creek"/"Across the Pond" Season Finale

The Season 5 finale of Ghosts, "Up the Creek" and "Across the Pond," is a thrilling adventure that saves Woodstone estate, causes chaos in the spirit world, features big lore reveals, a museum heist, and unresolved character fates. Here’s a recap.

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed: Tatiana Maslany’s Anxiety-Fueled Thriller Gets a Killer Start

Apple TV’s Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed kicks off with a tense, anxiety-soaked two-episode premiere that fuses suburban satire with a crime thriller, anchored by Tatiana Maslany’s brutally empathetic performance. Here's my recap and review. 

Widow's Bay (S1, Ep. 5) "What to Expect on Your Trip"

Five episodes into its first season, Apple TV+’s Widow’s Bay delivers its most unhinged hour yet. “What to Expect on Your Trip” shatters the lead character’s skepticism, trading dry wit for a hallucinatory plunge into trauma and dread. Anchored by Matthew Rhys’s stunning performance, the episode reveals how the island’s quirks have always been a mask for something far more terrifying. Here is my review.

Hacks (S5, Ep. 8-9) "The Cube"/"The Garden"

As Hacks heads toward what’s shaping up to be a historic season finale, the series delivers a stunning penultimate duo. Blending sharp satire with real emotional heft, “The Cube” and “The Garden” showcase Deborah and Ava at their very best. Here’s my recap and review.

Margo's Got Money Trouble (S1, Ep. 8) "Lock And Load" Season Finale

Apple TV’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles brings its freshman season to a triumphant, emotionally satisfying close with “Lock and Load.” Balancing laugh-out-loud comedy, sharp character work, and a courtroom climax that brilliantly fakes out the audience, this finale cements the series as a streaming gem. Here's my recap and review.

Ghosts (S5, Ep. 20) "Polar Opposites"

As Season 5 nears its end, Ghosts’ “Polar Opposites” delivers a chaotic yet comforting penultimate episode that showcases the Woodstone crew’s comedy skills. It’s not the most complex installment, but the cast’s full commitment makes it a highly rewatchable half-hour. Here’s my recap and review.

Widow's Bay (S1, Ep. 4) "Beach Reads"

Widow’s Bay focuses on the town’s overlooked residents in “Beach Reads,” a tense, character-driven hour blending social horror and supernatural chills. Led by Kate O’Flynn, it explores isolation, bullying, and the dangerous desire to be seen, delivering some of the show’s most unsettling and emotional moments. 

Margo's Got Money Trouble (S1, Ep 7) "Lariat Takedown"

"Lariat Takedown” pushes Margo’s Got Money Troubles into unexpectedly raw territory, trading sharp comedy for slow-burn heartbreak. Powered by stellar turns from Elle Fanning and Nick Offerman, it shows just how deftly the series can balance satire with genuine emotional devastation—without losing its bite. Here's my recap and review. 

DMV (S1, Ep. 20) "Impact With Be Felt" Series Finale

After one season of bureaucratic chaos and awkward pining, the East Hollywood DMV has closed its doors. Part season finale, part unplanned series finale, “Impact Will Be Felt” is a full-circle farewell that stays true to its cynical, hilarious roots. Here is my recap and review.

Widow's Bay (S1, Ep. 3) "The Inaugural Swim"

Widow's Bay blends folk horror and cringe comedy, with a water-logged curse and Tom’s paranoia making it more dangerous than local legends. Here’s my review.

Fox Fall Lineup: Animal Control Moves to Sundays as Game Shows Dominate

Fox’s fall schedule is serving more game shows than scripted drama — but with a Baywatch revival and a relocated Animal Control, there’s just enough chaos to keep things fun.

Hacks (S5, Ep. 6-7) "QuikScribbl"/"Montecito"

 

In a stunning double-drop, Hacks delivers a masterful look at the price of legacy. While episode 6, 'QuikScribbl,' tackles the cold ethics of AI, it is the vulnerable, performative chaos of episode 7, 'Montecito,' that cements this season as a classic. Here is my recap and review.

Ghosts (S5, Ep. 19) "Gate-gate"

 

In this week’s Ghosts episode, 'Gate-gate,' Sam and Jay face small-town political blackmail. Though the plot leans into satire, Isaac’s 'basement withdrawal' offers the episode’s emotional core. Here is my recap and review.

Margo's Got Money Trouble (S1, Ep. 6) "Grudge Match"

 

'Grudge Match' finds Margo’s double life as the internet sensation HungryGhost finally crashing into her offline reality. With standout performances from an elite ensemble cast, this hour delivers an emotional gut-punch that changes the series forever. Here is my recap and review.

DMV (S1, Ep. 19) "Car-lette"

In this penultimate episode of the series, Colette faces a mechanical crisis that quickly becomes a deeply personal journey. Does she actually fix her car, or does she only make things worse? Here is my recap and review of “Car-lette.”

Hacks (S5, Ep. 4-5) "Who's Making Dinner"/"D'Amazing Race"

This week, Hacks serves up a double dose of episodes. Here’s my recap and review of episodes four and five.

Ghosts (S5, Ep. 18) "Under New Management"

Just when Sam and Jay thought their new business partner at Woodstone would be hands-off, things took an unexpected turn, forcing them to fight for the future of their home. This week’s episode, 'Under New Management,' puts the B&B’s autonomy on the line while giving us some hilariously awkward ghost dynamics. Here is my recap and review.