It seems Peacock is going all in on spy thrillers. It makes sense: like the ever-popular murder mystery genre, spy thrillers rely on a plot full of twists where every character is a suspect. Throw together some name actors and let them do their best with the material. When it fails, you move on to […]
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Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has the right pieces but needs time to grow
As the Star Trek franchise enters its 60th year and approaches a decade of what fans dub “new Trek,” there’s understandable concern about what’s next. While the streaming era has seen a return to regular TV production, the reception has been mixed. The fan service has noticeably increased, but that doesn’t mean the franchise can’t […]
Best Medicine could use a better bedside manner
Through the years, American producers have sought inspiration from across the pond, taking Britain’s best shows and molding them to fit our cultural sensibilities. With a few notable exceptions, most of these shows fall flat in their execution. There are some things that can’t translate to a new audience. In recent years, reality and game […]
Run Away is high on thrills but low on sense
It’s a new year, which means Netflix is back with a new Harlan Coben adaptation. The prolific author continues to churn out new series at a pace just slightly faster than his published works. It’s a lucrative deal for both sides. Netflix loves content, and Coben remains one of the best content mills around. The […]
The Copenhagen Test is full of twists but offers little substance
Like many spy thrillers before it, The Copenhagen Test wants you to trust no one. Whether it’s a secret government agency, a mysterious bartender, or our protagonist, everyone is hiding something. There’s a reason so many spy stories go to that well. Besides being a great hook for the audience, it’s also natural for a […]