There’s No Reason for the New Malcolm in the Middle to Exist

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While many remember it fondly, Malcolm in the Middle hasn’t become the endlessly rewatched hit that shows like The Office and New Girl have. Those shows have iconic quotes and popular rewatch podcasts hosted by their stars, but Malcolm in the Middle hasn’t had the same lasting impact. This is partly because it didn’t get the same boost from streaming services like Netflix. It’s also because, aside from Bryan Cranston, the cast hasn’t stayed in the public eye. Hulu’s new continuation, Life’s Still Unfair, quickly reminds viewers of the show’s chaotic energy. The opening montage is filled with violence and drama, and Frankie Muniz’s Malcolm immediately addresses the audience with his signature anxious tone. He boasts about learning to deal with difficult people, and suddenly, it all comes flooding back: this show was delightfully edgy and unpredictable.

8 Long-Running British Murder Mystery Shows That Define The Genre

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It’s easy to see why self-contained, short stories like mysteries are so popular – the format works well. However, it’s often the long-running crime dramas that truly endure, constantly refreshing themselves with new characters and plots while still staying true to their original appeal. While very few British detective shows reach ten seasons or more – even beloved series like Inspector Morse didn’t – some of Britain’s most famous procedural dramas have managed to achieve that impressive longevity.

Kevin Bacon Joins Punisher-Style ‘Southern Bastards’ Comic Book Adaptation

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The award-winning comic book series Southern Bastards, created by Jason Aaron and Jason Latour, is now being adapted into a TV show. It’s a compelling blend of small-town Americana, intense crime drama, and the passion of high school football. The story starts with a veteran searching for his roots, but quickly spirals into a larger criminal conspiracy. If you enjoy shows like Justified and Ozark, with a touch of Friday Night Lights, you’ll likely be hooked. Here’s what the pilot episode is about:

Lord Of The Rings’ Next Movie Must End An Unwanted 23-Year Streak

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Warner Bros. is returning to the world of Middle-earth after a long break. The first project will be Andy Serkis’ The Hunt for Gollum, a story that takes place early in The Fellowship of the Ring and includes characters like Gandalf, Frodo, and Aragorn. Following that, Stephen Colbert is creating Shadow of the Past, which will jump ahead in time after the events of the original trilogy, even though it’s based on a scene originally cut from Peter Jackson’s films.

Netflix’s 5-Part Disaster Thriller Is The Perfect Binge This Weekend

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If you’re looking for a new show to watch on Netflix this week, don’t miss Radioactive Emergency. It’s a true story about the 1987 accident in Goiânia, Brazil. While it’s similar in theme to the acclaimed HBO series Chernobyl, this Brazilian miniseries is arguably even more disturbing, though not quite as visually impressive.