NPR Topics: Television

'House of the Dragon,' Season 3, Episode 4: "Now we begin?" It's Season 3!

Glen Weldon — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:01:00 -0400

Will the real Daeron please stand up?

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Colin Farrell plays a P.I. with the strangest of secrets in 'Sugar' Season 2

John Powers — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:25:19 -0400

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The Apple TV series wraps noir inside science fiction. With subtlety and charm, Farrell plays an earnest alien just doing his best as a private eye in Los Angeles.

New 'Little House' remake will inspire you to rewatch the '70s TV series

David Bianculli — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:21:14 -0400

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Netflix's new Little House series features the same characters and setting as the original, but its reliance on hand-held cameras, in extreme close-up, calls too much attention to itself.

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We break down the nominations, snubs and surprises of the 2026 Emmy nominations

Eric Deggans — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:34:56 -0400

Two HBO Max shows emerged as the most recognized series in the 78th Emmy award nominations announced Wednesday. Hacks was the most nominated comedy and The Pitt was the most-nominated drama.

Here are the 2026 Emmy nominations

Linda Holmes — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:29:56 -0400

Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller presented the nominees on Wednesday morning. The Pitt led all shows with 25 nominations, followed closely by the final season of Hacks with 24.

'Alice and Steve' might be a mess — but it's also too fun to stop watching

John Powers — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:52:32 -0400

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This British comedy on Hulu centers on two 50-something best friends who turn on each other after he gets involved with her 26-year-old daughter. While the premise is juicy, it's also a tad yucky.

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'House of the Dragon,' Season 3, Episode 3: Heavy hangs the head that wears the wig

Glen Weldon — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:01:00 -0400

Rhaenyra serves nobles grilled rat and the Greens deploy a decoy.

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Some great TV shows to sample this holiday weekend

Eric Deggans — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:13:50 -0400

If you're looking to stay in this holiday weekend, NPR has a list of unsung TV shows worth watching, including a spy thriller, a British comedy and a therapy reality show.

Even fans who don't speak Spanish are watching the World Cup on Telemundo. Here's why

Mandalit del Barco — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:59:34 -0400

They may not understand every word, but fans appreciate exuberant announcers who match their enthusiasm. Plus, cameras stay on the field during hydration breaks rather than cutting to commercials.

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Here's why comic Craig Ferguson became an 'American On Purpose'

David Bianculli — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:50:15 -0400

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The Scottish-born comic became a U.S. citizen in 2008. He showcases his goofy sense of humor, and his appetite for the unpredictable, in a new five-part documentary series for CNN.