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Midseason Replacement TV Thread

John Cougar Lunchbucket
Jul 08 2018 05:48 PM

I looked for the last tv thread and it's like, moldy.

A VERY ENGLISH SCANDAL. Now on Ammyzon. 3-part show tells the true hijinks of a scandalous gay affair between a Brit parliamentarian and a young lover in the 1960s and 70s.

it's a tragic story but quite funny, great performances.

Fman99
Jul 08 2018 07:45 PM
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I'm thinking of picking up a new series to watch, now that Westworld Season 2 is done. Was thinking of trying True Detective, or Fargo, or maybe Boardwalk Empire. Need something to watch.

Lefty Specialist
Jul 09 2018 06:33 AM
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Well, there's always the Mets.....oh, never mind.

We need a mid-season replacement for THEM.

seawolf17
Jul 09 2018 06:48 AM
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We've been really enjoying the updated versions of the old game shows. I'm admittedly a huge game show junkie, so I'm biased, but the new Pyramid is good, Family Feud is Family Feud, and the new Match Game is hysterical.

Fman99
Jul 09 2018 08:01 AM
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seawolf17 wrote:
We've been really enjoying the updated versions of the old game shows. I'm admittedly a huge game show junkie, so I'm biased, but the new Pyramid is good, Family Feud is Family Feud, and the new Match Game is hysterical.

I have no interest in anything like that. I need my TV to be more cerebral. That's some mindless shit right there.

Benjamin Grimm
Jul 09 2018 08:04 AM
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Fman99 wrote:
I'm thinking of picking up a new series to watch, now that Westworld Season 2 is done. Was thinking of trying True Detective, or Fargo, or maybe Boardwalk Empire. Need something to watch.

Of these, I liked Fargo the most, especially the first season, and True Detective the least.

I did like Boardwalk Empire, but looking back on it (it's been a few years) it seems that I may have enjoyed the performances and the atmosphere to the storylines. Steve Buscemi and Michael Kenneth Williams were particularly memorable.

metsmarathon
Jul 09 2018 08:13 AM
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the DuckTales reboot is pretty solid. dare i say, in some ways it might even be better than the original.

Vic Sage
Jul 09 2018 10:27 AM
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i just finished the 2nd season of I'M DYING UP HERE, the story of stand-up comics in LA in the 70s, at a fictionalized version of Mitzy Shore and The Comedy Store, which launched alot of careers and had a huge impact on comedy.

I liked it, but i'm not sure if it'll get a 3rd season.

Benjamin Grimm
Jul 09 2018 11:29 AM
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I'm still on the first season of I'm Dying Up Here. I like it reasonably well. Not great, but entertaining. I'm not sure its been successful enough for it to get a third season. I suppose we'll find out before too long.

RealityChuck
Jul 09 2018 02:37 PM
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seawolf17 wrote:
We've been really enjoying the updated versions of the old game shows. I'm admittedly a huge game show junkie, so I'm biased, but the new Pyramid is good, Family Feud is Family Feud, and the new Match Game is hysterical.

An acquaintance of mine was the mystery guest on To Tell the Truth a few weeks ago.

Vic Sage
Jul 13 2018 08:11 AM
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just binged 2nd season of GLOW! l love this show.
Well deserved Emmy nom!

batmagadanleadoff
Jul 13 2018 11:14 AM
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Better Call Saul new season--- August 6.

metirish
Jul 13 2018 11:32 AM
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Just started The Rain on Netflix , Danish with subtitles, liking it so far

metirish
Jul 13 2018 11:32 AM
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Bosch on Amazon is very worth watching

Vic Sage
Jul 16 2018 12:15 PM
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just binged the new netflix series, KISS ME FIRST.

It's a British series that mixes the angst of youth, mental illness and virtual reality (part live action, part computer animation) with elements of a mystery thriller. It's a bit MATRIX/READY PLAYER ONE + GIRL, INTERRUPTED/SUCKER PUNCH, with a soupÃ§on of Philip K. Dick. That may sound horrible to many of you, but I thought it was pretty good, particularly the acting. If your expecting the loose ends to tie up, though, you'll be disappointed.

Frayed Knot
Jul 17 2018 04:58 PM
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My problem with HBO's 'Succession' is that there's not a single likable character in the entire show.
Now I suppose that's somewhat intentional and probably the writer's/producer's point but, holy shit, what a bunch of assholes!!

MFS62
Jul 18 2018 05:03 AM
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I am boycotting Summer replacement shows until they tell us what happened next on The Glades. The last episode was a cliffhanger, the hero shot just before his wedding, and (I guess) it was supposed to be a cliffhanger leading to the next season's opener. The show got cancelled, which obviously came as a surprise to everyone.
I really liked that show.

https://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/the- ... ive-33782/

Later

HahnSolo
Jul 18 2018 11:58 AM
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Vic Sage wrote:
just binged 2nd season of GLOW! l love this show.
Well deserved Emmy nom!

I was a big fan of season 1. I'm through the first two episodes of season 2, and I'm a little meh. Does it pick up?

Ceetar
Jul 18 2018 12:06 PM
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Vic Sage wrote:
just binged the new netflix series, KISS ME FIRST.

It's a British series that mixes the angst of youth, mental illness and virtual reality (part live action, part computer animation) with elements of a mystery thriller. It's a bit MATRIX/READY PLAYER ONE + GIRL, INTERRUPTED/SUCKER PUNCH, with a soupÃ§on of Philip K. Dick. That may sound horrible to many of you, but I thought it was pretty good, particularly the acting. If your expecting the loose ends to tie up, though, you'll be disappointed.

This was advertised on the Flash Forward podcast, so it intrigued me.

This is basically my way of reverse recommending said podcast.

Vic Sage
Jul 18 2018 12:40 PM
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HahnSolo wrote:
Vic Sage wrote:
just binged 2nd season of GLOW! l love this show.
Well deserved Emmy nom!

I was a big fan of season 1. I'm through the first two episodes of season 2, and I'm a little meh. Does it pick up?

I liked this season better than season 1, so make of that what you will. There's alot of great character development by the end, and you really care about these people, even Marc Maron's director.

TransMonk
Jul 18 2018 04:30 PM
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Frayed Knot wrote:
My problem with HBO's 'Succession' is that there's not a single likable character in the entire show.
Now I suppose that's somewhat intentional and probably the writer's/producer's point but, holy shit, what a bunch of assholes!!

I'm kind of amazed that I'm pretty interested in where the story goes given that, I agree, these characters are all horrible people.

Good performances, though.

Frayed Knot
Jul 19 2018 04:47 PM
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Yeah, I haven't given up on it yet, but some of the characters are simply cringe-worthy not just in their actions but just in the entire beings.
Maybe none is more c-w than potential son-in-law dude which, considering the two actual sons, is really saying something.

TransMonk
Jul 31 2018 02:51 PM
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I feel like every episode of SUCCESSION has gotten better as the season has progressed. I'm addicted now.

I've officially given up on SHARP OBJECTS, though. Too slow for my tastes.

Ceetar
Jul 31 2018 02:53 PM
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TransMonk wrote:

I've officially given up on SHARP OBJECTS, though. Too slow for my tastes.

I'm enjoying sharp objects but I get that it's a bit slow. I know where it's going though, so i'm more tuned in to the foreshadowing.

Frayed Knot
Jul 31 2018 05:10 PM
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TransMonk wrote:
I feel like every episode of SUCCESSION has gotten better as the season has progressed. I'm addicted now.

Most recent episode was better although still a YUGE asshole factor - no one moreso than the (potential ... still not sure it's going to come off) son in law who someone manages to simultaneously be an asshole AND a dork.
It's tough to believe that she'd even give a guy like him the time of day. Meanwhile, she's more likely to (literally) screw her co-worker while only figuratively screwing her betrothed.

I've officially given up on SHARP OBJECTS, though. Too slow for my tastes.

Actually a bit more invested in this one, although it's earlier and so still could go either way.

Frayed Knot
Aug 07 2018 08:28 PM
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re: Succession -- Yeah, OK, I'm in.
Still nobody in particular to root for and still a couple of scenes in each episode that make you say "Really?".
But the plot got more focused as it wen ton and the 'Ted Kennedy' plot twist in the finale certainly makes things more interesting going forward.

metirish
Nov 06 2018 01:42 PM
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So , I finally started Ray Donovan on Demand this weekend and finished season 1 ....I loved it so much I don't feel it a chore to catch up to season 6. Very enjoyable series with a great cast.

John Cougar Lunchbucket
Nov 06 2018 02:07 PM
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I'm HBO-less but watched season 5 of SILICON VALLEY on a plane. Some funny stuff there.

Ashie62
Nov 06 2018 04:45 PM
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Heck, Saul is about ready to meet Jesse. It's all good man!

metirish
Nov 15 2018 10:30 AM
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metirish wrote:
So , I finally started Ray Donovan on Demand this weekend and finished season 1 ....I loved it so much I don't feel it a chore to catch up to season 6. Very enjoyable series with a great cast.

Wow, I actually caught up all through Season 6 eps 2. It is certainly a good show