Media Melanie TV

Media Melanie TV

👋Welcome to Media Melanie TV, your TV commentary destination. Dive into my lively reviews, reactions and hot takes on the latest TV shows and episodes, keeping you up-to-date with the hottest TV news and trends. 👀Whether you're a casual viewer or a die-hard fan, I’m cooking up something for everyone. You’ll enjoy special guest appearances and interviews that provide a deeper introspective into your favorite shows. đŸ“șJoin my community for engaging discussions, insightful analysis, and all things TV! Ok, maybe the occasional movie, too. MediaMelanieTV.com

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October 3, 2025 ‱ 14 mins

Watch or listen to my reaction and review of #MonsterEdGein on Netflix; I've got A LOT to say about this one...If you do enjoy video, I'd love it if you'd subscribe and watch on YouTube! I'm working on hitting 10,000 subs by the end of the year and would love your support in getting there! From Netflix: "Monster: The Ed Gain Story" is the shocking true-life tale of Ed Gein, the infamous murderer and grave ...

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Watch my SPOILER-FREE initial reaction to #Wayward on #Netflix to see why you should absolutely be watching this creepy and comedic limited series starring Mae Martin and Toni Collette! I didn't end up dropping a final review, but did share my final thoughts in ⁠this Reddit post⁠.Premise: When a student escapes from Tall Pines Academy — a reform school for troubled teens — newly arrived cop Alex Dempsey starts digging into the ...

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Here's my reaction and review of Hulu's Only Murders in the Building Season 5 episodes 1, 2, and 3 as I dive into everything Charles, Mabel, and Oliver, and some possible suspects in Lester & Nicky's deaths. Stick around for my clue & theory corner where I dive into some frigid ideas, including the link to Pabo Neruda's "Death Alone" poem and...a possible Antarctic bird nickname connection?From Hul...

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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 that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scra...

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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.

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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 ended?


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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 â€ȘPrimeVideo‬ 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 Jeremiah. đŸ–ïžWe chat: ✅ Trailer analy...

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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 the same way he did and who are all...

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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 Dastmalchian. How great is it to see Michael ...

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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:

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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 "The Buccaneers" Season 2! ...

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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...


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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!


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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? 👀 đŸ”șHOW 'BOUT NAN'S SCARLET DRESS AMIRITE! đŸ”ș💬 Drop your thoughts, theories, and tea in the comments — let’s get into it! Be sure to subscribe...

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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 miss my coverage of #PokerFace, #T...

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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 â€Șâ€ȘPeacock‬: "Poker Face" is a mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne’s Charlie, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road with her...

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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.

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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 â€ȘApple 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:

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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 â€Șâ€ȘPeacock‬: "Poker Face" is a mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne’s Charlie, who has an extraordinary abi...

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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! Drop a comment with your thoughts, and...

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