HBO cancels the sci-fi series 'Westworld'
The network has decided to cancel the sci-fi series after its recent fourth season. Ratings and viewership declined over the course of its four seasons.
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Never mind that it's not factual, this Weird Al biopic parody is very, very funny
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is the most entertaining musical biography satire since Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story. Don't expect much truth in the telling here — but do expect some over-the-top fun.
'Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions' has the makings of being the greatest yet
This year's tournament has arguably the strongest cast of competitors in history, but three contestants stand out from the rest.
'The White Lotus' travels to Sicily in season 2 — with meandering results
This show lends itself naturally to being extended: It took place at a resort with guests — so why wouldn't you be able to do that again, with new characters in a new setting?
Actor Michael Imperioli steps back into the spotlight for 'The White Lotus'
Actor Michael Imperioli is back on the map after landing a lead role in season 2 of HBO's "The White Lotus." NPR takes a look at his legacy as Christopher Moltisanti in "The Sopranos" and more.
Seven things to look for in season 2 of 'House of the Dragon'
The first season of HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off ended with the beginning of a civil war. Here's what to expect out of season 2.
What do users want from their TV streaming? A new NPR/Ipsos poll has some answers
Consumers often make decisions about TV streaming platforms based on three factors.
How the cartoonist behind The Addams Family defused fear, with dead-on humor
Charles Addams' goal was never to create fear, but to defuse it — infusing the horror with a playfulness that appealed even to those who prefer daylight to the witching hour.
Horror fans will want to poke around in Guillermo del Toro's 'Cabinet of Curiosities'
The special effects are a lot more special than the stories in the Oscar-winning director's new Netflix anthology series. Still, most of the shows in this first, eight-episode run are worth watching.
Protesters interrupt Ted Cruz's interview on 'The View'
The protesters repeatedly yelled, "Vote for climate now!" while Cruz spoke about inflation in the United States.