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January begins the very best time of the year for TV. All of the shows that hid in fear of the juggernaut that is the NFL come out to play, and this January, we are inundated with many new shows and returns. As it turns out, 2025 begins with a wealth of riches you do […]
You’ve seen all kinds of other best-of lists for 2024, but you haven’t seen them done TV Fanatic style! For us and you, the enjoyment factor is paramount. What is entertainment if it ticks all of the critical boxes but offers very little pleasure? (TV Fanatic) Our current team, including Carissa Pavlica, Jack Ori, Jasmine […]
Sports docuseries offer more than just replays of games. They allow you to dive deep into the stories that make athletes legends and give us an inside look at the grit, determination, and sacrifices it takes to reach the top. Whether you’re a dedicated fan or love a good underdog story, watching the highs, lows, […]
Grifters and con artists might be the shadiest characters on TV, but damn, do we love them. Whether they’re pulling off elaborate heists, spinning lies so smoothly you’d believe every word, or charming their way out of trouble, these hustlers turn deception into an art form. They might bend the rules (and occasionally break a […]
Secrets make for great TV, but the best characters don’t just keep secrets — they live them. Whether they’re running double lives, protecting loved ones, or hiding skeletons (sometimes literally) in the closet, these characters make deception look like an art form. From spies and con artists to vigilantes and master manipulators, their ability to […]
Every great Christmas movie needs a villain to shake things up. Whether they’re stealing presents, scaring kids, or just being plain greedy, these characters bring chaos to the holidays — and we love them for it. But are they really as bad as they seem? (20th Century Fox/Screenshot) Some of them might just be misunderstood, […]
Ambition isn’t just a trait — it’s a driving force that can move mountains, break barriers, and change lives. On TV, characters with ambition are the ones who keep us hooked, whether they’re climbing to the top or doing whatever it takes to get there. These are the people who don’t just dream big — […]
Some of TV’s most unforgettable characters are the ones who know how to manipulate those around them. Whether through charm, deception, or psychological games, they pull the strings and stay a step ahead, making everyone else dance to their tune. These characters blur the line between hero and villain, creating their own reality and bending […]
Once the plates are cleared and the leftovers are packed, it’s time to settle in for a Thanksgiving movie tradition. After all, there’s no better way to wind down than with a film that brings a little extra joy to the holiday. From heartwarming family classics to laugh-out-loud road-trip comedies, these films capture the essence […]
Happy Days may not have been the first TV experiment in nostalgia. But co-creators Michael Eisner and Tom Miller definitely knew they were taking a risk when they pitched the show to Paramount. Not surprisingly, the concept didn’t fare well with execs, and the studio passed. (ABC/Screenshot) The market research department said a coming-of-age sitcom […]