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Shōgun Won the Attention War

 When so much of the battle for TV viewership is getting audiences to watch a single screen, translation is Shōgun’s not-secret weapon. By Kathryn VanArendonk
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‘When I First Saw the Show, I Was Furious’

 Jamar Neighbors is grateful to be in Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show, but he has qualms about his depiction. By Hershal Pandya
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Baby Reindeer Does Something Remarkable

 The Netflix drama grapples with the aftermath of abuse in an unprecedented way. By Shannon Keating

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  1. as seen on tv
    ‘When I First Saw the Show, I Was Furious’Jamar Neighbors is grateful to be in Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show, but he has qualms about his depiction.
    By Hershal Pandya
  2. overnights
    Mary & George Recap: Everyone in the 17th Century Is GayI’m scared to see what Mary has planned next.
    By Alice Burton
  3. so now what?
    Miss Shōgun? Here’s What to Watch Next.For those not quite ready to leave the world of the series behind.
    By Keith Phipps
  4. overnights
    Sugar Recap: Everything Loose Lands in Los AngelesThe show keeps flirting with the case of a missing woman, L.A. power brokers, and Sugar’s big secret, but it struggles to connect all the dots.
    By Andy Andersen
  5. overnights
    Baby Reindeer Recap: Strange, Eerie SilenceEven with Martha (mostly) gone, Donny is still plagued by all his other issues.
    By Marah Eakin
  7. vulture lists
    Every American Horror Story Season, Ranked From Worst to BestWith the end of American Horror Story: Delicate, let’s look back at the ups and crazy, crazy downs of the past 12 seasons.
    By Brian Moylan
  8. chat room
    Interpreting Shōgun Was More Than Just TranslationAs the series’ bridge between cultures, producer Eriko Miyagawa had to consider everything from Sengoku-period accuracy to the nuances of “fuck.”
    By Bethy Squires
  9. now streaming
    The 10 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This WeekendSex, tennis, and an alien.
    By Savannah Salazar
  10. respect the classics
    Richie Sambora Apologizes to EveryoneIn a new Bon Jovi documentary, the guitarist regrets how — but not why — he abruptly left the band.
    By Devon Ivie
  11. overnights
    Elsbeth Recap: Paying Attention Pays OffGina Gershon as a homicidal plastic surgeon? Bless this show.
    By Sophie Brookover
  12. overnights
    Baby Reindeer Recap: One Is the Loneliest NumberEverything up to now comes into dark, horrible focus as Donny reveals his past sexual trauma.
    By Marah Eakin
  13. overnights
    Summer House Recap: Bursting BalloonsIt’s refreshing to watch Carl get clarity on his relationship with Lindsay.
    By Brian Moylan
  14. coming soon
    The L.A. Clippers Scandal Will Be Clipped for TVAnd FX dropped a trailer starring Laurence Fisburne and Ed O’Neill to prove it.
    By Jennifer Zhan
  15. overnights
    American Horror Story: Delicate Recap: I’m the Auteur, BitchThe AHS finale lets Anna “have it all” but also implies that women can’t have a career and a family without selling themselves in the process.
    By Katie Rife
  16. overnights
    Baby Reindeer Recap: You Love DramaMartha has invaded Donny’s home and attacked Teri. Time to do something about this, Donny!
    By Marah Eakin
  17. buffering
    Can 400 Comedians Convince You to Keep Netflix?Talking to the streamer’s head of stand-up about live events, SNL, and Matt Rife.
    By Josef Adalian
  18. essential roles
    Walton Goggins Elevates ItThe best Goggins performances blend Southern charm with manic energy.
    By Daniel Dockery
  19. coming soon
    Jonathan Bailey Brings His Dreamy Self to HeartstopperSeason three will feature true gay wish fulfillment: an Instagram crush and a fun aunt.
    By Jason P. Frank
  20. finales
    Shōgun Won the Attention WarWhen so much of the battle for TV viewership is getting audiences to watch a single screen, translation is Shōgun’s not-secret weapon.
    By Kathryn VanArendonk
  21. vulture lists
    The 16 Most Unforgettable Scenes in American Horror Story HistoryThis is not for the weak-stomached.
    By Brian Tallerico
  22. overnights
    Top Chef: Wisconsin Recap: Under PressureIt’s difficult to judge the chefs when the point of the challenge is so confusing.
    By Roxana Hadadi
  23. overnights
    Survivor Recap: Idol HandsEveryone is way too concerned about their “résumés” while they can’t even organize a simple vote.
    By Brian Moylan
  24. last night on late night
    Drew Carey Doubles Down on His Insane Phish TweetsWe knew from the writers’ strike that Drew Carey was a mensch, but a poet as well???
    By Bethy Squires
  25. overnights
    Baby Reindeer Recap: Is There Someone Else?Martha’s stalking reaches a new level just as Donny begins a relationship with Terri, who is pretty out of his league.
    By Marah Eakin
  26. casting couch
    Steve Carell and Tina Fey Get a Second DateNBC’s Thursday-night comedy block is crossing over on Netflix in Fey’s new The Four Seasons sitcom.
    By Jason P. Frank
  27. overnights
    Baby Reindeer Series-Premiere Recap: Someone to Hang My CurtainsNetflix’s hit series about a stalker is more than meets the eye.
    By Marah Eakin
  28. overnights
    Under the Bridge Recap: Carefully FloatedA piece-moving episode further develops several relationships, Cam and Rebecca’s most interesting among them.
    By Erin Qualey
  29. close read
    Baby Reindeer Does Something RemarkableThe Netflix drama grapples with the aftermath of abuse in an unprecedented way.
    By Shannon Keating
  30. vulture lists
    10 Books (and One Video Game) You Are Fated to Consume After ShōgunThis should tide you over until a season-two announcement.
    By Bethy Squires
  31. overnights
    Palm Royale Recap: Blubbering FoolsWhen Palm Royale dips into the absurd, it’s best to just go, “Sure, Palm Royale, whatever you say.”
    By Tom Smyth
  32. overnights
    Loot Recap: Let’s Go to the Mall!Molly and Arthur in 2024 or bust, baby.
    By Maggie Fremont
  33. exit interview
    ‘It Was So Hard to Remember, Don’t Cry’Shōgun’s Hiroyuki Sanada on off-screen methods, onscreen battles, and the scene that moved him to tears.
    By Roxana Hadadi
  34. finale thoughts
    Shōgun’s Tadanobu Asano Had to Consider Every Side of Yabushige“He would have been a wonderful jam-session performer because he is able to get going with whatever vibe is surrounding him.”
    By Roxana Hadadi
  35. overnights
    Vanderpump Rules Recap: Attack of the 50-Foot Man-BabyJax is upset about the cheating rumors, but what else is new?
    By Brian Moylan
  36. vulture lists
    19 TV Seders, Ranked by MishegossFrom Curb Your Enthusiasm to Sesame Street.
    By Rebecca Alter
  37. casting couch
    Drag Race: All Stars Is Feeling CharitableEight All Stars enter, only one leaves with the crown and a boatload of money for charity.
    By Jason P. Frank
  38. a request
    Baby Reindeer Creator Asks Fans to Stop Looking for Real-Life Characters“Please don’t speculate on who any of the real life people could be. That’s not the point of our show.”
    By Zoe Guy
  39. tv
    Shōgun Has a Japanese-Superiority ComplexThe series is determined to foreground Japanese perspectives, but it doesn’t quite know what to make of Japan’s more unsavory history.
    By Ryu Spaeth
  40. coming never
    Is Shōgun Show Done? What the Team Said So FarIf you were hopeful for a season two, we might have bad news for you.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  41. overnights
    Shōgun Finale Recap: Scholar of the WindThis story’s conclusion is just a matter of playing out what has already been set in motion.
    By Keith Phipps
  42. overnights
    Below Deck Recap: Panini ProblemsIt’s only been six charters, and the St. David has already lost three people.
    By Emma Soren
  43. chat room
    Nymphia Wind Is a Wallflower at Heart“If I could, I would not talk, but it’s TV. You’ve got to show the best side of you.”
    By Jason P. Frank
  44. overnights
    Vanderpump Villa Recap: Day-Off DisasterEveryone loves a good reality-TV mean girl, but Hannah and Telly are too banal for their bad behavior to make good television.
    By Brian Moylan
  45. spoilers
    Barking News: Bluey Saved the Biggest Surprise for LastWe have questions!
    By Rebecca Alter
  46. vulture lists
    7 Bluey Episodes Derailed by MuffinSometimes you need a demanding, hilarious toddler to shake things up.
    By Vanessa Armstrong
  47. for sale
    Bluey Gives Us a SignThis episode of the beloved children’s series could be its first misstep. Or a perfect ending.
    By Kathryn VanArendonk
  48. overnights
    The Jinx Season-Premiere Recap: Beverley HillsPart 2 manages to be both a followup to the fallout of the 2015 miniseries and a victory lap for director Andrew Jarecki.
    By Scott Tobias
  49. overnights
    The Sympathizer Recap: American NightmareIn case we forgot, America was (even more) racist in the 1970s.
    By Terry Nguyen
  50. ah memories
    The Valley Briefly Becomes a Kristen Doute Highlights ShowThe epic highs and lows of a reality show, set to copyright free instrumental music.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  51. back to the wasteland
    A Reasonable List of Demands for Season Two of FalloutGive us the Super Mutants!
    By Anne Victoria Clark
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