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#ThePaper on Peacock just dropped its first season, and I'm here with a spoiler-filled reaction and review to season 1. Plus, BIG NEWS: It was JUST renewed for a second season ahead of the S1 premiere ! Watch as I dive into what worked, what didn't, and of course my most liked and disliked characters (don't come at me...). Prefer YouTube? Watch + subscribe here .The documentary crew th...

Here's my SPOILER-FREE preview/review of #ThePaper Season 1on Peacock, a loose spinoff of #TheOffice. BIG NEWS: It was JUST renewed for a second season ahead of the S1 premiere ! Here, I share my overall thoughts on the season and whether or not you should binge it or skip it. I do vaguely mention a few characters and plot points, but nothing that will give anything away. Prefer YouTube? Watch...

Watch my reaction and review of #TheBuccaneers Season 2 Episode 8, “She Knows,” the season finale (series finale?). They pulled out all the stops — heartbreak, revelations, and unexpected twists that left us reeling. From Nan’s final decision to Theo’s fate and that surprise reveal, this episode gave us closure and opened new doors. What was the highlight of the season for you? Do you like how it...

Subscribe on YouTube for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" videos 3 times a week once it drops! Get ready for all the feels! Watch my Season 3 trailer breakdown of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" on ‪PrimeVideo‬ featuring my friend and special guest Shari Weiss of TeenDramaWhore! We’re recapping key moments from Seasons 1 and 2, diving deep into the new trailer, and talking all things Belly, Conrad, and J...

Here's my reaction and review of "The Institute" Episodes 1 and 2 on MGM+. I’ll breakdown the creepy details and let you know if this show, adapted from the Stephen King novel, is worth your time. From #MGMPlus: "The Institute" follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (Freeman), who is kidnapped and awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there...

Here's my reaction and review of #DexterResurrection on Paramount+ with Showtime, episodes 1 and 2, “A Beating Heart” and “Camera Shy.” I break down my personal highs and lows, the joy of seeing Uma Thurman, and the excitement of what’s to come, including a stellar lineup of stars including Peter Dinklage, Neil Patrick Harris, Krysten Ritter, James Remar, Eric Stonestreet, and David Dastmalchi...

Love (and lust) is all around in #TheBuccaneers Season 2 Episode 4, "Ice Cream." ❤️ Check out my reaction and review as I dive into the steamy Theo Lizzy scene to the Nan Guy reunion and a Dowager romance, WOW. Plus, you-know-who enters the scene in Italy! What. An. Episode. Watch now and share your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Subscribe on YouTube for more: 🎥 The Buccaneers Season 2 Pl...

Watch my review of "The Buccaneers" Season 2 Episode 3, "Get Her Out" on AppleTV+ as I dive into the Nan and Theo of it all, Lizzy's surprise, some backstory on Dowager, and how adorable are Conchita and Dick?? What did you think of this episode and that big cliffhanger? Watch now and share your thoughts in the comments. 👍 Subscribe on YouTube for three videos a week on &q...

Watch my review of "The Buccaneers" Season 2 Episode 2, "Holy Grail" on #AppleTV+. I dive into scummy Seadown and his quest to find Jinny, at any cost, and continue to question whether or not something will develop between Lizzy and Theo. Plus, Honoria and Mabel finally catch a break... 👍 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly videos on "The Buccaneers" Season 2 and leave all of your thoughts and theori...

Watch my first theory video of the season for #TheBuccaneers on #AppleTVPlus as I examine some of the context clues that could tell us whether or not Nan figured out the truth about Nell on her own terms, if she's just thinking things are a little SUS, or if she has no idea at all. Drop your thoughts and theories in the comments! 👍 Subscribe to MediaMelanieTV.co m for weekly videos including...

Here's my reaction & review of The Buccaneers Season 2, Episode 1 now streaming on Apple TV Plus! I’m breaking down the “Duchess of Tintagel” and whether it delivered as a strong season opener — plus, you know I had to weigh in on the ongoing drama... Team Guy or Team Theo? 👀 🔺HOW 'BOUT NAN'S SCARLET DRESS AMIRITE! 🔺💬 Drop your thoughts, theories, and tea in the comments — let’...

Check out my reaction and review of "We Were Liars" Season 1 on Prime Video. First, I offer my spoiler-free thoughts on whether or not this show (adapted from the book) is worth your time. Then, I break down the season while highlighting what worked, what didn't, and my overall thoughts. Share your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Be sure to like and subscribe on YouTube so you don't...

Watch my latest Poker Face Season 2 review as I dive into episode 7, "One Last Job." This one is a true nod to movies and cinephiles and a lot of fun to watch. Plus, our girl Charlie GOT SOME! Subscribe to MediaMelanieTV.com for more TV Talk. From ‪‪Peacock‬: "Poker Face" is a mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne’s Charlie, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone...

The trailer for We Were Liars just dropped on Prime Video, and I'm here with a Season 1 preview! Watch now to see what we can expect from the series, everything we know so far, and breakdown the trailer. This looks like a thrilling mystery, so count me all the way in! Subscribe to MediaMelanieTV.com for more TV talk. 👍 Be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss my full Season 1 revie...

I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented, Tony Award-winning Lena Hall, who plays Ali (Coop’s sister) in "Your Friends & Neighbors" on ‪Apple TV+, starring Jon Hamm . She’s easily the most likable character on the whole show! Lena brings depth, heart, comedy, and a bit of edge to her role—and in this interview, we cover it all: 🎶 Her musical vibes and cre...

Watch my reaction and review of "Poker Face" Season 2 Episode 6, "Sloppy Joseph." Be sure to stick around for the end of the video for my weekly guest star and Season 2 episode rankings! Drop all of your thoughts in the comments! Subscribe to MediaMelanieTV.com for more TV talk. From ‪‪Peacock‬: "Poker Face" is a mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne’s C...

Join me for this #PokerFace Season 2 Episode 5 review of "Hometown Hero" with special guest Craig Elsten! We dive into the lore behind the Dock Ellis story that inspired this episode, including a tie to the San Diego Padres , some insider baseball info., and discuss Craig's podcast partner who is a writer for "Poker Face" Season 2 . Lots of sports, fun facts, and banter! Dr...

Watch my Season 2 trailer preview of "The Buccaneers" on Apple TV+! Was Lizzy running away from Theo's art studio? Will Nan and Guy have an affair when he returns? What will happen with Jinny and her baby? Plus, I discuss the upcoming needle drops we can expect including one of my favorite bands, Bleachers!! Be sure to drop your thoughts in the comments including are you Team Theo or...

Join me for a theory video on who killed Paul Levitt in #YourFriendsandNeighbors Season 1 on  @AppleTV  +. Who do you think is guilty? Be sure to drop your thoughts and theories in the comments! Watch + Subscribe on YouTube From #AppleTV: When a financial titan (Jon Hamm) suddenly finds himself divorced and jobless, he starts robbing his wealthy neighbors to stay afloat. Stealing from his own soci...

Let's dive into "Poker Face" on Peacock Season 2 Episode 4, "The Taste of Human Blood" guest starring Gaby Hoffmann as Fran and Kumail Nanjiani as Gator Joe as I explore the absolute absurdity and Florida of it all. Stick around for my episode and guest star rankings at the end of each video this season and drop your thoughts in the comments. SUBSCRIBE AND WATCH ON YOUTUBE...

Here's my review of "Poker Face" Season 2 episodes 1, 2, and 3. Ring my bell, because it's a strong start to the season with " The Game is a Foot ," " Last Looks ," and " Whack-a-Mole " with notable guest stars Cynthia Erivo from "Wicked," Katie Holmes, Giancarlo Esposito, John Mulaney, and more! Plus, Natasha Lyonne kills it again as Charl...

It's time for a preview of #TheSummerITurnedPretty Season 3 with a new teaser featuring Belly and Jeremiah living the college sweetheart dream...until...Conrad enters the chat! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE for all of #TSITP content heading into its final season on Prime Video. I'll be here with a Season 2 recap, a full trailer preview once it drops, and weekly coverage starting July 16. Subscribe...

Let's dive into a #PokerFace Season 2 trailer preview, guest star highlights (the roster is 🔥STACKED🔥), and more as we anxiously await the first three episodes streaming to #Peacock on May 8. If you're not already watching this Natasha Lyonne gem, you should be! Stream season 1 now on Peacock to catch up ahead of the 12-episode sophomore season.🎥 Watch and subscribe on YouTube From ‪Pea...

Watch my reaction and review of #ThePitt Season 1 finale plus my thoughts on the first season of Max's new medical drama series as a whole. Good news: It returns to Max in January 2026 and there is a plan to air it on linear television (TNT). SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE for more TV Talk ! From Warner Bros.: THE PITT is a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers in today's...

The first two episodes of #YourFriendsandNeighbors are now streaming on #AppleTVPlus — and my reaction and review video covers everything you need to know, from the performances (Jon Hamm, Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn) to the tone and pacing, here’s my take to help you decide if this new dramedy is worth your time. Plus, did you know it's already renewed for a second season? 👍 Subscribe on YouTub...