Streamed & Screened: Movie and TV Reviews and Interviews

The "Alien" franchise has been frightening moviegoers for more than 40 years. Now, showrunner Noah Hawley, backed by the franchise's creator Ridley Scott, brings a new storyline to streaming platforms with "Alien: Earth."

The FX series, which is also available on Huylu, serves as a prequel to the 1979 film "Alien" and features Timothy Olyphant ("Deadwood," "Justified" and "The Book of Boba Fett") in the ensambl...

When in doubt, just recycle an old franchise.

There's "Freakier Friday" and "The Naked Gun" hitting theaters. "Happy Gilmore 2" just dropped on Netflix.

"The Fantastic Four: First Steps" is another attempt at the comic book series.

Are you into science fiction? Hulu brings the "Alien" franchise to the small screen with the new "Alien: Earth" series. And then there is the "Predator" franchise, which crosses over...

"Severance" from Apple TV+ earned 27 nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, while HBO Max's "The Penguin" and "The White Lotus" weren't far behind.

"The Studio" and "The Bear" were also high on the list, and Harrison Ford picked up an acting nomination for "Shrinking."

On this episode, the co-hosts go through some of the notable selections — and snubs — following the release of the n...

"Roots," which debuted in 1977 and had several spinoffs, is the most notable dramatic miniseries to tackle the topic of slavery.

Now, Hulu hopes for similar success with "Washington Black," a drama based on the novel of the same name that traces the life of a boy from Barbados to Nova Scotia in the 1800s. 

"This is Us" star Sterling K. Brown is a producer on the project and also co-stars as Medwin Harris. ...

Is it safe to get into the water? If "Jaws" taught us anything, it was to be cautious of your surroundings before going for a swim.

The Steven Spielberg film is generally considered to be the first big summer blockbuster film, and it celebrates its 50th anniversary this summer.

"Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story" looks at how the film changed movies and is the only documentary that includes the particpatio...

The fourth season of "The Bear" has finally arrived, and it's one you'll not want to miss.

Co-host Bruce Miller got access to all episodes before they dropped on Hulu, and the dramatic comedy that is more drama than comedy, has its lighter moments while tugging at your emotions.

Then there is the latest entry in the "28 Days Later" film series, this time advancing the post-apocalyptic zombie-horror franchise "2...

Weddings can be stressful for all involved. Add in an international spy mission, and things get even crazier.

Rebel Wilson and Anna Camp, who starred together in "Pitch Perfect," team up again in the action comedy "Bride Hard," where Rebel Wilson comes up short as the maid of honor but is called upon to save the day when mercenaries crash the wedding.

In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller catches up with both W...

While drive-in theaters are few and far between these days, there are still ways to catch a movie in a unique venue.

Such is the case with the famous Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, which has a "Film on the Rocks" series  each summer. Co-host Terry Lipshetz shares his thoughts on seeing "2001: A Space Odyssey" at Red Rocks during a recent trip to Denver.

Co-host Bruce Miller also previews the Emmy Awards ...

It's not unusual for real-life experiences to serve as an inspiration for a movie.

That's the case with "I Don't Understand You," a collaboration between David Joseph Craig and Brian Crano, who wrote and directed the comedy horror starring Nick Kroll, Andrew Rannells and Morgan Spector.

In this episode, hear from the directors and what led them to make the film, as well as both Kroll and Rannells.

Speaking of h...

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/winter television ...

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 Luck," an ada...

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 with Katee Sackh...

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 trainer.

On this ...

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.

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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 Us" on Max...

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 only on "Dr. ...

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 Dowd who portr...

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 those wrap, s...

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 and which films ...