Streamed & Screened: Movie and TV Reviews and Interviews

The second season of "The Last of Us" ended on a cliffhanger. "The Handmaid's Tale" ended after six seasons, but there is more on the way with a spinoff planned. And for "Mission: Impossible," the U.S. franchise that may have overtaken James Bond in the spy-thriller genre, "The Final Reckoning" provided a way to bid the characters farewell. With summer nearly here, we bid farewell to the fall/wint...

When it comes to theater, New York is the place to be for the biggest shows and stars. While many actors spend careers working in theater, dramas and musicals also offer Hollywood's biggest stars an opportunity to mix things up. Take the current run of "Othello," starring Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Oscar-nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. George Clooney is performing in "Good Night, and Good...

It wasn't long ago when summer was a time for nonstop action, everything from "Speed" to "Die Hard." There are still plenty of action movies like the next "Mission: Impossible" film along with a new installment in the "Jurassic Park" franchise, but many of the annual entries are tied to comic books and other longstanding franchises. What about new entries into the field? In this episode we talk wi...

Hollywood's biggest stars don't need a side hustle. They get to pick and choose projects and enjoy time off when not working. But what about the typical actor not named Tom Cruise or Scarlett Johansson? Some will get steady work on cruise ships, which can be a good way to get the experience needed for bigger opportunities. But there are other gigs ranging from life coach to florist to personal tra...

Who doesn't like going to the movie theater for a night out? It can be a lot of fun, but what about the people who like to chat? Has anyone ever spilled popcorn or soda on you? What about a crying kid? There are some distractions here and there, and on this week's episode we talk about what bugs us most. We also dive into what we do like and what we want to see added to the overall experience. Abo...

With the Primetime Emmy Awards deadline coming on May 31, a rush of new seasons and shows are hitting networks and streaming platforms. Following the recent conclussion of strong seasons from Emmy favorites "The Pitt," "Severance" and "The White Lotus," streamers have recently dropped shows including: "Andor" on Disney+. "The Handmaid's Tale" on Hulu. "Dying for Sex" on Fx for Hulu. "The Last of U...

Disney+ has a pair of show returning with new seasons in "Dr. Who" and "Andor." These are among the upcoming highlights for fans of science fiction. On this episode, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz talk those shows and other science fiction highlights on the way. Miller also shares his interview with Ncuti Gatwa, who plays the 15th Doctor in the series, as well as Varada Sethu, who is not...

The final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale' arrives, more than two years after the conclusion of the fifth season. While the show aims to wrap the story of June Osborne, fans of the show do have more to look forward to as a spinoff series based on Margaret Atwood's novel "The Testaments" has been given the green light. While no launch date has been given, we know that at least one actor — Ann...

Easter is nearly here, which makes the timing right for the latest season of "The Chosen," a series that looks at the life of Jesus. The Amazon Prime Video series, which makes its debut in theaters before moving to streaming, is an interesting model for shows that bridges the gap between the formats. Besides that, the Max's medical drama "The Pitt" will wrap soon, as does "The White Lotus." But as...

While the 2024 summer movie lineup felt a little flat, a number of franchises — along with a few newcomers — should have film fans heading to theaters this summer. "Superman," "Jurassic Park" and even "The Karate Kid" are in the mix, along with the final (unlikely) installment in the "Mission: Impossible" franchise. Co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz discuss what is on the way an...

Game shows have come a long way since the early days of television. “Deal or No Deal Island” from NBC is back for its second season and continues the traditional with the modern. In this week's episode, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz talk reality game shows and Miller share an interview with "Deal or No Deal Island" host Joe Manganiello. About the show Streamed & Screened...

The 97th Academy Awards on March 2 marked the end of the awards season for 2024's best movies, actors and more. With few surprises as the winners largely lined up with predictions we made during last week's show, we focused this episode on the Conan O'Brien-hosted show. What did we like? What didn't we enjoy? How did O'Brien do as a host? Find out on this week's episode! About the show Streamed &a...

Hollywood's biggest night is almost here. But which actors and films will be hoisting Oscars this year? “The Brutalist,” “Conclave” and “Anora” are among the films that could have big nights, but there has not been a consensus among critics and several races are too close to call. In this week's episode, longtime critic and host Bruce Miller makes his picks in t...

We've talked about the 50th season of "Saturday Night Live" previously, but the iconic show finally celebrated with an anniversary special. Co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz share their thoughts about the skits, musical guests from Paul Simon to Miley Cyrus to Paul McCartney, returning hosts and cast members like Steve Martin, Bill Murray and Tom Hanks, and special guests like the the surpr...

"The White Lotus," HBO's breakout hit of 2021 was originally billed as a limited series. But here we are, back again for a third trip of what has become a popular anthology. While Jennifer Coolidge bridged the casts between season 1 and 2, Natasha Rothwell reprises her season 1 role as the lone holdover from a previous season. Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Parker Posey and Patrick Schw...

Sitcoms have a shorter lifespan than in the past, which means syndication has changed. What does that mean for the stars of comedies? Obviously, big stars like Jerry Seinfeld can do what they like after a massive hit like "Seinfeld" goes off the air. But for a star like Billy Gardell, who has found success on shows like "BOB❤️ABISHOLA" and "Mike & Molly," it means picking up work along the lin...

"Emilia Pérez" led all films with 13 Oscar nominations, but is it the film to beat? Co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz discuss the nominees in the biggest categories of the 97th Academy Awards, which will be broadcast on March 2.  Other top films include "The Brutalist" and "Wicked," which were nominated in 10 categories, and "A Complete Unknown" and "Conclave," each of which rec...

When it comes to Bob Dylan, the lines between fact and fiction often blur. The iconic singer, songwriter, musician, Oscar winner and Nobel laureate for literature has long been shrouded a bit in mystery, and it always seems he's willing to help fuel his own mythology. When it comes to the new James Mangold-directed film "A Complete Unknown" that tackles his 1961 arrival in New York up to the momen...

The calendar has flipped to 2025 and we quickly find ourselves in the middle of awards season. First up were the Golden Globe Awards. The show, with a looser atmosphere than Oscars and Emmys, celebrates some of the best movies and television shows. More importantly, the awards for films often offer a preview into the thinking of voters ahead of the Academy Awards. The biggest buzz might be fo...

If you were looking for a gream movie to watch in theaters or from the comfort of your couch in 2024 there was no shortage of content. But what films were the best? In this second of two year-end episodes of Streamed & Screened, hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz go over the best movies of the year, breaking down Bruce's Top 10 list and adding in plenty of other options to catch up on if yo...

If you were looking for something to stream in 2024 there was no shortage of content. But what shows were the best? In this first of two year-end episodes of Streamed & Screened, hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz go over the best shows of the year, breaking down Bruce's Top 10 list and adding in plenty of other options to catch up on if you need something to watch during the holiday season...

Awards season has arrived in the form of the Golden Globes nominations. The awards, which honor both movies and television programs, is often viewed as a preview of the upcoming Oscars. In this week's episode, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz go over the list, focusing largely on the movies, which tend to shine brightest at the ceremony. But they also take time to review a few of the TV sh...

As movie fans head back to theaters thanks to some huge releases like "Wicked," "Moana 2" and "Gladiator II," we decided to focus this episode on other movies to watch that are flying under the radar but could lead to Oscar nominations. Demi Moore is getting some buzz for her work on "The Substance." And remember Pamela Anderson from "Baywatch"? She stars in "The Last Showgirl" and could be in con...

Taylor Sheridan, the creator of "Yellowstone" and its various spinoffs, has yet another new project potentially worth your time. "Landman" on Paramount+ brings viewers to the world of oil rigs in West Texas. Always able to attract big names, Billy Bob Thornton takes the lead as Tommy Norris. Demi Moore and Jon Hamm also have big roles, while Ali Larter, who has a long list of supporting credits, g...

Patsy Cline was only 30 when she died, but her relatively small catalog of music continues to resonate with music fans for more than six decades. “Patsy Cline: Walkin’ After Midnight” airs Nov. 22 on PBS and features a host of stars singing songs from Cline’s catalog. In advance of that program, co-host Bruce Miller spoke with Cline's daughter, Julie Fudge. Bruce also got a...