‘The Sympathizer’ Opens a Counteroffensive on Vietnam War Movies
Culture, Today
HBO’s series is not just a good story. It’s a sharp piece of film criticism.
What’s on TV This Week: Met Gala and ‘Wedding Crashers’
Culture, Today
E! covers all the looks of the first Monday in May. And Paramount airs the classic buddy movie.
ABC News’ President, Kim Godwin, to Step Down
Business, Today
The first Black woman to run a broadcast news division, Ms. Godwin had a rocky tenure defined by infighting and damaging leaks.
Peter Oosterhuis, British Golfer Turned Broadcaster, Dies at 75
Obits, Yesterday
He won 20 tournaments before moving into TV. “He explained the game that was going out in front of him in a very relaxed manner,” a former CBS producer said.
The Sprinter Van’s Glamorous Turn
Styles, Yesterday
Famous actors, singers, athletes and housewives are fans of the Mercedes-Benz van, which has become a staple in streets outside events like the Met Gala.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Welcomes Dua Lipa and Jerry Seinfeld
Culture, Yesterday
The pop star hosted and performed as the musical guest. The comedian poked fun at the abundant promotion he has been doing for his Netflix movie.
‘Dark Matter’ Uses Science to Explore Regret and Desire
Arts & Leisure, May 4
In this new Apple TV+ techno-thriller, a portal to parallel realities allows people to visit new worlds and revisit their own past decisions.
Hope Hicks Reluctantly Confronts the Man She ‘Totally Understands’ in Court
Business, May 3
The dramatic appearance of Ms. Hicks, once one of Donald J. Trump’s closest aides, riveted the audience. During her testimony, she blinked back tears.
Paramount Will Let Exclusive Talks With Skydance Lapse, Imperiling Deal
Business, May 3
Negotiations are now likely to focus on another suitor, Sony, which has teamed up with the private equity giant Apollo on a $26 billion bid.
The Best of Late Night This Week
Interactive, May 3
This week, the hosts discussed a revelation from the South Dakota governor, Kristi Noem, as well as former President Trump’s apparent inability to stay awake in his Manhattan criminal trial. Here’s what they had to say.
8 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Culture, May 3
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
5 Things to Do This Weekend
Interactive, May 3
Selections from the Weekend section, including a review of Jane Schoenbrun’s “I Saw the TV Glow.”
The ‘Fall Guy’ Filmmakers Have a Cause: Give Stunts an Oscar
Culture, May 3
The academy is keeping mum about the prospect, but the movie is part of a renewed push for a new Academy Award first considered more than 30 years ago.
Airbnb pone en renta la casa de ‘Up’
En español, May 3
La empresa anunció una nueva categoría de estancias extravagantes en colaboración con marcas y famosos, aprovechando el éxito de algunas como la casa de Barbie Malibú.
Jimmy Kimmel Wants to Testify at Donald Trump’s Criminal Trial
Culture, May 3
“I think I can keep Trump awake during the trial,” Kimmel said after learning that text messages about his talk show were entered as evidence in the case.
¿Por qué ‘Baby Reindeer’ es un éxito? La clave está en el final
En español, May 2
La miniserie sobre acoso combina el atractivo de una historia de suspense con un profundo sentido de la empatía. El final ilustra por qué se ha convertido en una de las series más comentadas del año.
‘Baby Reindeer’: What to Know About the True-ish Netflix Hit
Culture, May 2
The mini-series, based on the star’s experiences, has viewers wondering how much of it is real. Here’s the back story.
Sony and Apollo Express Interest in Buying Paramount in $26 Billion Deal
Business, May 2
Paramount has been exploring a potential deal for months, talking to suitors including Skydance, producer of “Top Gun: Maverick.”
What to Watch This Weekend: A Supernatural Dramedy
Weekend, May 2
“The Big Door Prize” returns for another season of charming small-town folks grappling with their fates.
The Voice of a Hundred Faces: Dee Bradley Baker’s ‘Star Wars’ Journey
Culture, May 2
With “The Bad Batch” ending this week on Disney+, the man who has voiced hundreds of “Star Wars” characters over the past two decades looks back on his run.
Kelli O’Hara’s Ties to Opera, From ‘The Gilded Age’ to the Met Stage
Culture, May 2
O’Hara is an unusual kind of triple threat: a star of Broadway and television who is appearing at the Metropolitan Opera in a revival of “The Hours.”
Katt Williams Wants to Show You the Receipts
Arts & Leisure, May 2
After setting the internet aflame earlier this year when he slammed several other comedians in a viral interview, he plans to say more of what’s on his mind in a rare live special on Netflix.
One Year After Scandoval, an Expanded Vanderpump Universe
Culture, May 2
The biggest reality television story of 2023 launched spinoffs, a Broadway run and side projects that may cause a halt in production.
Seth Meyers Mocks Donald Trump for Appearing to Nod Off in Court
Culture, May 2
“Does he even wear suits to court or just footie pajamas and a nightcap?” Meyers joked on Wednesday.
Dan Schneider Sues ‘Quiet on Set’ Creators, Saying Series Defamed Him
Culture, May 1
In the suit, lawyers for the former Nickelodeon producer called the documentary a “hit job” that had falsely painted him as a “child sexual abuser.”
In Latest Stunt, Airbnb Lists the ‘Up’ House. It Floats.
Express, May 1
The company announced a new category of outlandish stays in partnership with brands and celebrities, building on the success of gimmicks like the Barbie Malibu DreamHouse.
The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in May
Culture, May 1
Highlights this month include an adaptation of Tom Wolfe’s “A Man in Full” and Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut.
Why Is ‘Baby Reindeer’ Such a Hit? It’s All in the Ending.
Culture, May 1
The Netflix stalker series combines the appeal of a twisty thriller with a deep sense of empathy. The conclusion illustrates why it’s become one of the most-discussed shows of the year.
The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Amazon, Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV+ and More in May
Culture, May 1
“The Idea of You,” “Scrublands,” “The Big Cigar” and “Hacks” are streaming.
In Children’s TV, Dads Get to Have All the Fun
Podcasts, May 1
Our critic on the paternal fantasy of “Bluey” and more.
When My Mom Got Sick, This TV Show Kept Us Going
Magazine, May 1
“Indian Idol,” the Hindi version of “American Idol,” is a pleasant distraction from life’s more trying predicaments.
Emily Ratajkowski Can Take Care of Herself, but a Little Help Would Be Nice
Styles, May 1
Why the model and writer wants to blow up gender roles in dating, without chivalry having to die.
India’s Master of Nostalgia Takes His Sweeping Vision to Netflix
Foreign, May 1
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s films are known for splendor, grandiosity and obsessive attention to light and detail. Will that translate to smaller screens?
Late Night Weighs In on Donald Trump’s $9,000 Fine
Culture, May 1
“I know $9,000 might not seem like a lot to a successful businessman, but what about to Trump?” Colbert said of the court-imposed penalty for violating a gag order.
Stream These 10 Movies Before They Leave Netflix in May
Culture, April 30
Magic Mike’s finale, M. Night Shyamalan’s patient with 23 personalities, Baz Luhrmann’s “Gatsby” and a copstravaganza with a serious coda after the belly laughs.
Stephen Colbert Scolds Kristi Noem for Killing Her Puppy
Culture, April 30
“No! Bad, psycho governor! No! Sit down!” Colbert said on Monday’s “Late Show,” spraying water from a bottle.
What’s on TV This Week: ‘Catfish’ and ‘Welcome to Wrexham’
Culture, April 29
The show, hosted by Nev Schulman and Kamie Crawford, begins its ninth season on MTV. Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s soccer series on FX is back for Season 3.
On This Saturday Night, Colin Jost’s Jokes Fell Flat
Culture, April 28
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has occasionally featured some great stand-up comedy. This “S.N.L.” veteran’s set will not join that list.
Art Isn’t Supposed to Make You Comfortable
Op Ed, April 28
We live in a complex world. We can’t afford to make art that serves up only simple moral lessons.
‘Guilt’ Review: When the Lights Go Out in Edinburgh
Culture, April 28
The final season of Scotland’s most notable TV drama, on PBS’s “Masterpiece,” is a suitably twisty and sardonic send-off for the battling McCall brothers.
Our Reporter on Real Estate Reality TV
Video, April 28
Fueled by the public’s love of reality TV and desire to view luxury homes, real estate agents are chasing fame as fervently as they chase deals.
How Real Estate Became Showbiz and Agents Became Stars
Real Estate, April 28
Fueled by the public’s love of reality TV and desire to view luxury homes, real estate agents are chasing fame as fervently as they chase deals.
Max Thieriot Likes to Watch Things Grow, Including Himself
Arts & Leisure, April 27
The “Fire Country” star talks about the road trips, the farm equipment and the family time that keep him grounded.
The Comfortable Problem of Mid TV
Arts & Leisure, April 27
It’s got a great cast. It looks cinematic. It’s, um … fine. And it’s everywhere.
How Louis Cato, Bandleader for ‘The Late Show,’ Spends His Sundays
Metro, April 27
Before Mr. Cato gets ready for his week with Stephen Colbert, he’s playing games with his daughter, hiding in hoodies and making music of his own.
The Best of Late Night This Week
Interactive, April 26
The hosts spent much of the week discussing former President Donald Trump’s criminal trial in Manhattan, including the opening arguments and the testimony of David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer. Here’s what they had to say.
What to Watch This Weekend: An Experiment from Comedy Weirdos
Weekend, April 25
Perhaps you would enjoy “Knuckles,” a Sonic the Hedgehog spinoff that outpaces its origin story.
‘Baby Reindeer’, un asombroso drama sobre el acoso
En español, April 25
La serie de Netflix se basa en la experiencia real de Richard Gadd, su creador y protagonista.
Disney Scrapped Their Show. An Unlikely Champion Saved It.
Culture, April 25
Canceled by Disney before it even aired, “The Spiderwick Chronicles” found a new home at Roku and has so far “delivered results beyond expectations,” its creator said.
Jimmy Kimmel Dunks on Trump’s Billion-Dollar Stock Bonus
Culture, April 25
“Donald Trump somehow made a lot of money from a company that makes none,” Kimmel said.
Late Night Tackles Trump’s Gag Order Hearing
Culture, April 24
“Has Trump ever considered paying himself hush money?” Jordan Klepper asked on Tuesday’s “Daily Show.”
Howie Schwab, ESPN Researcher and Trivia Star, Dies at 63
Obits, April 23
He stepped out of his behind-the-scenes role in 2004 when he was cast as the ultimate sports know-it-all on the game show “Stump the Schwab.”
Terry Carter, Barrier-Breaking Actor and Documentarian, Dies at 95
Obits, April 23
He was a rare Black presence on “Combat!” and “The Phil Silvers Show,” then made well-regarded documentaries on luminaries like Duke Ellington and Katherine Dunham.
What to Watch: ‘Baby Reindeer,’ an Astonishing Stalker Drama
Weekend, April 23
The Netflix series is based on the real-life experience of its creator, Richard Gadd, who also stars in the show.
Jon Stewart Slams How the News Media Is Covering Trump’s Trial
Culture, April 23
“Are you trying to make this O.J.? It’s not a chase — he’s commuting,” Stewart said on Monday’s “Daily Show.”
FIFA Said to Be Close to TV Deal With Apple for New Tournament
Business, April 22
The agreement would give the tech company worldwide rights for a monthlong World Cup-style competition between top teams set to take place next year.
‘The Jinx Part Two’ Review: Filmmaking a Murderer
Culture, April 22
A new installment of HBO’s landmark true-crime documentary continues the strange, sad story of Robert Durst, in which the show is a major player.
Tutu, Bloody Tutu: Another Dangerous Ballerina Hits the Screen
Arts & Leisure, April 22
The vampire ballerina in the new movie “Abigail” has a long pop culture lineage. She and her sisters are obsessed, tormented and likely to cause harm.
Barbara Walters Did the Work
Book Review, April 22
In “The Rulebreaker,” Susan Page pays tribute to a pioneering journalist who survived being both a punchline and an icon.
What’s on TV This Week: N.F.L. Draft and ‘Bridget Jones’ Marathon
Culture, April 22
Football players get their chance to play in the national league. HBO airs all three movies staring Renée Zellweger.
Lourdes Portillo, Oscar-Nominated Documentary Filmmaker, Dies at 80
Express, April 22
Her films centered on Latin American experiences and received wide acclaim.
Climate Doom Is Out. ‘Apocalyptic Optimism’ Is In.
Culture, April 21
Focusing on disaster hasn’t changed the planet’s trajectory. Will a more upbeat approach show a way forward?
The TV Show That Predicted America’s Lonely, Disorienting Digital Future
Arts & Leisure, April 21
For 12 years, the MTV reality series “Catfish” has traveled the U.S., presenting hundreds of intimate snapshots of what can go wrong when the heart mixes with technology.
Original ‘Star Trek’ Enterprise Model Is Found After Being Missing for Decades
Express, April 20
The 33-inch model surfaced on eBay after disappearing around 1979. An auction house is giving it to the son of Gene Roddenberry, the creator of “Star Trek.”
Americans’ New TV Habit: Subscribe. Watch. Cancel. Repeat.
Business, April 20
Many more people are jumping from one streaming subscription to another, a behavior that could have big implications for the entertainment industry.
Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough Investigate a Chilling Murder
Arts & Leisure, April 20
In a joint interview, the actors discuss “Under the Bridge,” their new true-crime series based on a teenager’s brutal killing in British Columbia.
The Best of Late Night This Week
Interactive, April 19
This week, there was one topic top of mind for the hosts, and one topic only: the start of former President Trump’s criminal hush-money trial in Manhattan.
Voice of America Will Get a New Director
Business, April 19
Michael Abramowitz, a former Washington Post journalist who is currently the president of the nonprofit Freedom House, is expected to start in the role this summer.
Israel Strikes Iran, and the Trump Trial Gets a Jury
Podcasts, April 19
Plus, a “tortured” Taylor Swift.
Forbidden to Watch Films as a Child, He Now Directs Somalia’s Top Shows
Foreign, April 19
Abshir Rageh had to sneak out from home to see bootleg Indian films and “Rambo” at a makeshift cinema. Now, he’s creating dramas that draw millions of online views in a country inching toward stability.
Late Night Hosts Razz Republicans Trying to Oust Mike Johnson
Culture, April 19
“Being the speaker of the House nowadays is like being Leonardo DiCaprio’s girlfriend — you hang on as long as you can,” Jimmy Kimmel said.
What to Watch This Weekend: ‘The Jinx’ Is Back
Weekend, April 18
HBO’s “The Jinx — Part Two” offers six more episodes detailing the stranger-than-fiction saga of Robert Durst.
‘Fallout’: una guía introductoria a su vasto universo
En español, April 18
La nueva serie de Prime Video, “Fallout”, está basada en un gigantesco universo de videojuegos con facciones enfrentadas, decisiones que cambian el mundo y monstruos irradiados.
In ‘Franklin,’ Michael Douglas Uses His Charm to Bankroll America
Culture, April 18
A new Apple TV+ series dramatizes the years Benjamin Franklin spent in France, leveraging diplomacy and guile to secure his nascent country’s future.
How to Begin a Creative Life
Interactive, April 18
We spoke to 150 artists, some planning retrospectives and others making their debut, to ask about the process of starting something.
Late Night Skewers Trump’s Review of Jimmy Kimmel’s Oscar Hosting
Culture, April 18
“Ranta Claus got up bright and early to post 165 venomous words about yours truly,” Kimmel said on Donald Trump’s day off from his criminal trial on Wednesday.
‘Shogun’: Anna Sawai on Her Character’s Final Transformation
Culture, April 17
In an interview, the actor discusses the most recent episode of the FX drama and how her Lady Mariko “wants to fulfill her purpose.”
Why John Magaro of ‘Past Lives’ Could Never Love a Picky Eater
Styles, April 17
For the actor, compatibility comes down to food. You need to be able to share.
Jimmy Kimmel Notes ‘Another Stormy Day’ in ‘The Orange People’s Court’
Culture, April 17
Kimmel said that former president Donald J. Trump is starring “as the defendant in his first of many criminal trials to come.”
‘Shogun’ Episode 9 Recap: an Army of One
Culture, April 16
Lady Mariko is bound to her orders, which force the hand of Lord Ishido and Lady Ochiba.
Late Night Savors Day One of the Trump Trial
Culture, April 16
After the ex-president seemed to fall asleep in court, Jimmy Kimmel said it was “nice to see even Donald Trump is exhausted by Donald Trump.”
‘A Different World’ Hits the Road to Help Historically Black Colleges
Culture, April 15
The beloved series was set at a fictional historically Black university. Now, cast members have reunited to visit and support real-life schools.
What’s on TV This Week: The WNBA Draft and ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’
Culture, April 15
The highly anticipated draft for professional women’s basketball airs on ESPN. The 16th season of RuPaul’s Emmy-winning competition series concludes on MTV.
News Outlets Urge Trump and Biden to Commit to Presidential Debates
Business, April 14
In an unusual statement, the news organizations said “there is simply no substitute” for a face-to-face debate, a campaign staple since 1976.
Lincoln’s Murder Is Often Re-enacted, but Not at Ford’s Theater
Culture, April 14
The theater says that allowing the assassination to be recreated there would undermine the gravity and significance of Abraham Lincoln’s death.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Can’t Keep it Together
Culture, April 14
Ryan Gosling hosted an episode that included appearances by Caitlin Clark, Emily Blunt and Kate McKinnon, another Ken song and multiple sketches full of people laughing at their own jokes.
As ‘Sex and the City’ Ages, Some Find the Cosmo Glass Half-Empty
Express, April 13
As the show became more widely available on Netflix, younger viewers have watched it with a critical eye. But its longtime millennial and Gen X fans can’t quit.
Bowen Yang Thinks This Artist Nails What It’s Like Living in New York
Arts & Leisure, April 13
The “S.N.L.” comedian talked about his Audible series “Hot White Heist” and solitude — a state of being he senses in Edward Hopper’s paintings.
How a Reality TV Show Turned the U.F.C. From Pariah to Juggernaut
Culture, April 13
The Ultimate Fighting Championship, whose 300th numbered pay-per-view fight card is this weekend, was once effectively banned on television because of its violence.
La relación entre O. J. Simpson y la familia Kardashian
En español, April 13
Mucho antes de que las Kardashian se convirtieran en una atracción estelar en los programas de telerrealidad, el nombre de la familia saltó a la fama por primera vez cuando Simpson estaba en juicio.
Richard Leibner, Savvy Agent for Top Broadcast Journalists, Dies at 85
Obits, April 12
His negotiations led to Dan Rather’s elevation from “60 Minutes” to anchor of the “CBS Evening News” and sent Diane Sawyer from “60 Minutes” to ABC.
The Best of Late Night This Week
Interactive, April 12
The late-night hosts started the week by talking about the total solar eclipse before moving on to political news — including former President Trump’s failed bids to delay his criminal hush-money trial and Arizona reinstating a 160-year-old aborti...
The O.J. Joke: How the Simpson Case Changed Comedy’s Boundaries
Culture, April 12
Norm Macdonald and Jay Leno made the double homicides such a constant topic that refraining from jokes the way David Letterman did was noticeable.
Robert MacNeil, Earnest News Anchor for PBS, Dies at 93
Obits, April 12
With his longtime co-host Jim Lehrer, he delivered thoughtful reports that stood in stark contrast to the commercial networks’ ever more sensational newscasts.
For Filmmakers, O.J. Simpson’s Trial Was a Powerful Case Study
Culture, April 12
In 2016, both an FX mini-series and an ESPN documentary re-examined the polarizing criminal accusations against Simpson and the nation’s divided conversation about race.
O. J. Simpson fue un terremoto y todavía estamos lidiando con sus réplicas
En español, April 12
Quiso despojarse de su negritud, pero su masivo juicio por asesinato puso de manifiesto la históricamente morbosa psique estadounidense.
O.J. Was an Earthquake. We’re Still Living With His Aftershocks.
Culture, April 12
He tried to shed his Blackness, but his all-consuming murder trial put the historically lurid American psyche on full display.
5 Things to Do This Weekend
Interactive, April 12
A selection of entertainment highlights this weekend, including Civil War.
The O.J. Simpson White Bronco Is Now a Museum Piece. In Tennessee.
Culture, April 12
The vehicle that Simpson fled in as 95 million Americans watched on television is on display at the Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
This ‘Sympathizer’ Star Wasn’t Sure He Was Right for the Job
Culture, April 12
Hoa Xuande had only one Hollywood credit when he was chosen to lead this starry HBO adaptation of a prize-winning novel. He needed all the encouragement he could get.
Late Night Mocks Trump for Failed Efforts to Delay Trial
Culture, April 12
“You know what they say: If at first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth or tenth you don’t succeed, cry, cry again,” Jimmy Kimmel said.
O.J. Simpson and the Kardashians
Styles, April 12
Long before the Kardashians became a star attraction on reality television, the family name first came to prominence when Mr. Simpson, the former N.F.L. star, was on trial.
How Hertz Turned O.J. Simpson Into the ‘Superstar in Rent‐a‐Car’
Culture, April 11
The famous ad campaign paid dividends for both the company and its pitchman, who died on Wednesday.
Before He Was Infamous, O.J. Simpson’s Acting Helped Make Him Famous
Culture, April 11
Simpson began acting while still a football star, appearing in titles as varied as “Roots,” “The Towering Inferno” and the “Naked Gun” films.
O.J., Made in America, Made by TV
Culture, April 11
In O.J. Simpson’s life and trials, television was a spotlight, a microscope and a mirror.
What to Watch This Weekend: A Food-Fantasy Anime
Weekend, April 11
“Delicious in Dungeon” on Netflix combines the aesthetic pleasures of anime with the food-nerd pleasures of Serious Eats.
O. J. Simpson, el atleta cuyo juicio cautivó la atención de EE. UU., muere a los 76 años
En español, April 11
Saltó a la fama en el campo de fútbol americano y amasó fortunas en el cine. Pero el juicio en el que se le acusó de asesinar a su exesposa y a uno de sus amigos lo cambió todo.
What to Know Before You Watch ‘Fallout’
Podcasts, April 11
A long-running video game franchise makes the jump to prestige TV.
Comedians Rage Against Arizona’s Abortion Ruling
Culture, April 11
“That is crazy — but remember it’s Arizona, so it’s a dry crazy,” Stephen Colbert said of the state’s 160-year-old ban on abortion, newly reinstated.
Welcome, Vault Dwellers: A Guide to the Fallout Universe
Culture, April 10
The war-scarred ghouls and bulky power armor seen in three decades of video games arrive in the new TV show “Fallout.”
¡Vámonos! Dora Is Back for a New Round of Exploring
Arts, April 10
Boots, Map, Swiper and Backpack all return too, in a new “Dora” that includes a lot more Latin music and Spanish language.
Stephen Colbert Mocks Trump’s Failed Bid to Delay Hush-Money Trial
Culture, April 10
Colbert said Donald Trump’s lawyers wanted “an impartial jury who knew nothing about the events in America over the last nine years.”
Trevor Griffiths, Marxist Writer for Stage and Screen, Dies at 88
Obits, April 9
For him, “art played a particular role in social change,” the director Mehmet Ergen said. “Everything was political.”
The Global Competition at the Heart of ‘3 Body Problem’
Opinion, April 9
As many book readers and series viewers have pointed out, an impending alien invasion is a fitting allegory for U.S.-China competition.
TV Networks to Urge Biden and Trump to Debate, Wading Into a Fraught Topic
Business, April 9
Speculation has swirled in the political world about whether the presumptive candidates will agree to the traditional face-to-face events, a campaign staple since 1976.
A New Film Examines the Godfather of Modern Conservatism
Weekend, April 9
The PBS documentary “The Incomparable Mr. Buckley” implicitly and explicitly asks: What would William F. Buckley think of today’s Republican Party?
Want to See This Film? Movie Studios Won’t Let You.
Magazine, April 9
As in the case of ‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ sometimes an entertainment company sees more value in not selling you its products.
‘Shogun’ Episode 8 Recap: Borrowed Time
Culture, April 9
As Toranaga trudges toward surrender, his closest allies wonder if the old samurai has really given up the fight.
‘Fallout’ Finds the Fun in an Apocalyptic Hellscape
Arts & Leisure, April 9
TV’s latest big-ticket video game adaptation, from the creators of “Westworld,” takes a satirical, self-aware approach to the End Times.
Seth Meyers Slams Trump’s $50 Million Fund-Raiser
Culture, April 9
Meyers said the dinner menu at a Palm Beach campaign event for Donald Trump “had so many foreign words, I’m surprised he didn’t have it deported.”
Lo que la indignación en China por ‘El problema de los 3 cuerpos’ revela del país
En español, April 9
La serie de Netflix muestra una de las obras culturales más exitosas del país, una exportación cultural inusual. Sin embargo, las redes sociales la condenan.
‘Curb’ Finale Shows ‘Larry’s Never Learned His Lesson’
Culture, April 8
In an interview, Jeff Schaffer and Susie Essman discuss why Larry David revived the polarizing “Seinfeld” finale. “We know what you thought of that, and we don’t care,” Schaffer said.
When Tom Ripley Stares Into the Mirror, He Sees Us
Culture, April 8
In the new series and in five previous movies, the character serves as a blank slate to examine the mores and concerns of the time.
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Wraps Up in Familiar Fashion
Arts, April 8
Larry David’s HBO comedy ended on Sunday after 12 seasons. Longtime fans might have noticed similarities with a certain earlier sitcom.
The Best True Crime to Stream: Scams, Schemes and Costly Lies
Culture, April 8
Four picks across television, film and podcast that depict the art of the con.
What’s on TV This Week: ‘Grey Gardens’ and Billy Joel in Concert
Culture, April 8
TCM airs the cult classic 1975 documentary, and Joel airs his first broadcast concert at Madison Square Garden.
What Chinese Outrage Over ‘3 Body Problem’ Says About China
Business, April 8
The Netflix series showcases one of the country’s most successful works of culture. Instead of demonstrating pride, social media is condemning it.
Missing ‘1923’ Actor, Cole Brings Plenty, Is Found Dead
Express, April 7
Mr. Brings Plenty, 27, was found dead in Kansas days after his family reported him missing. Officials did not provide a cause of death.
Why States Have Spent Billions Subsidizing Hollywood
N Y T Now, April 7
Inside the costly competition to attract TV and film shoots.
Larry David, Philosopher King
Op Ed, April 7
Larry David’s long-running show was hilarious, but it also revolved around a complex view of modern philosophy.
Oklahoma’s Booming Film Industry Has Texas’ Attention
Culture, April 7
To attract movie and television production, states must try to offer the best incentives. The competition drives spending on Hollywood subsidies ever higher.
Q: Who Found a Way to Crack the U.K.’s Premier Quiz Show?
Sunday Business, April 7
Brandon Blackwell, a 30-year-old from Queens, helped turn London’s Imperial College into a “University Challenge” powerhouse.
Kristen Wiig Hosts ‘S.N.L.’ With Help From a Few Famous Friends
Culture, April 7
Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, Paul Rudd, Jon Hamm, Martin Short, Paula Pell, Fred Armisen and Will Forte all turned out to help induct Wiig into the show’s Five-Timers Club.
A Niche Indian Actress Is Thrust Into Hollywood’s Spotlight
Styles, April 6
Sobhita Dhulipala has taken on risky roles in her acting career, outside of India’s blockbuster hits. Now, she’s starring in Dev Patel’s “Monkey Man.”
Amazon Filmed ‘Expats’ in Hong Kong, but People There Can’t Watch It
Express, January 30
The first two episodes of the show, which was filmed during the city’s pandemic restrictions, were released last week but were not available there.
Your Monday Evening Briefing
N Y T Now, April 24
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the day.
After Going Gray, a News Anchor Found Herself the Focus of the Story
Foreign, February 16
Lisa LaFlamme was dismissed after a decades-long TV career, not long after she stopped dyeing her hair, setting off debates across Canada about sexism, ageism and going gray.
Why Moviegoers Are Now Staying Home
Letters, December 15
Readers discuss several reasons for the decline of moviegoing. Also: Elon Musk and Twitter; women’s health care; chatbot pitfalls.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Indonesia’s Deadly Earthquake
N Y T Now, November 21
Plus Iranian players protest at the World Cup and “Neighbours” will start filming again.
New Foundation
Podcasts, November 15
Being back in the workplace only really matters “if the amount of care and caring that became the No. 1 conversation in March of 2020 carries through,” J Wortham, a co-host of “Still Processing,” says.
Britain Wonders, Is It Too Soon to Dramatize the Pandemic?
Culture, September 30
A new Sky Atlantic mini-series, “This England,” depicts the early days of Covid-19 in the country, with Kenneth Branagh playing Boris Johnson.
Andrew Giuliani’s Vaccination Status Will Bar Him From Debate Studio
Metro, June 12
The Republican candidate for governor of New York is unvaccinated and says he has “natural immunity” to the coronavirus.
What the Pandemic Can Teach Us About Endings
Op Ed, June 1
And heartbreak and lions and infinite hallways.