How Deadwood Redefined a Genre

Most TV shows don’t quickly change what people expect from a genre, but Deadwood did just that. Despite being cancelled, its popularity grew, and it earned a high rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Westerns had become stuck in old clichés, but Deadwood stood out by offering a raw and realistic portrayal of life in the Old West, moving away from idealized heroes.

Binge Odessa A’zion’s Breakout HBO Max Series Before Watching Marty Supreme

This series is currently a huge hit, ranking as the #2 most popular show on HBO Max worldwide (according to FlixPatrol). Since it first aired in early November, it’s become a favorite for binge-watching. Many viewers believe it’s the role that launched actress Odessa A’zion to stardom, as she delivers a standout performance as Rachel Mizler in the critically acclaimed Marty Supreme (95% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes).

Helen Mirren Didn’t Want To Play A Dying Woman In Netflix’s Goodbye June, But Kate Winslet Told Us What Convinced Her

Many actresses in their eighties often receive scripts similar to those in “Goodbye June,” but Helen Mirren consistently surprises everyone. She’s taken on roles in action franchises like “Fast and Furious” and recently starred in “Thursday Murder Club,” proving she’s not limited to playing frail, elderly characters. So, it’s not surprising that she wasn’t immediately excited about the role, as Kate Winslet shared with TopMob.

Apple TV+’s Severance Is the Perfect Holiday Binge

Instead of cozy winter entertainment, Severance offers a chilling and thought-provoking experience, making it ideal for sci-fi fans seeking something more unsettling. It’s particularly well-suited for a winter binge-watch because it reflects the strange, in-between feeling of the holiday season. For those caught in the lull between Christmas and New Year’s, Severance isn’t just a suspenseful show—it perfectly captures the mood.

Modiphius Brings the Greatest Apocalyptic Game Back to Tabletop with Fallout: Power Play

Modiphius Entertainment has become well-known for successfully adapting popular video game series – like Fallout – into tabletop games. They’ve created both wargames and immersive role-playing games that put players right in the Fallout universe. Their newest game, Fallout Power Play, is now available for pre-order, and I recently received a copy to review before the holidays.