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“I’ve always wanted to do a mockumentary,” admits Allison Tolman about what immediately drew her to St. Denis Medical. The self-professed Christopher Guest fan had heard word about the project and told her team to get their hands on the script. Once they did, the premiere episode by Eric Ledgin and Justin Spitzer did not disappoint: “I was already pretty excited about it just based on the format, but then, read the first script and was like, ‘Oh, this is really lovely. The jokes are funny, the characters are interesting, they really know how to make this format sing,’” she recounts. (Watch our full interview above).

Tolman plays supervising nurse Alex in the new workplace comedy series, which is set in a regional hospital in Oregon. Though the character struggles with setting work-life boundaries, especially considering that she has two young children at home, Alex serves as the calm-ish...

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St. Denis Medical is a mockumentary-style medical workplace comedy series created by Eric Ledgin and Justin Spitzer. The NBC series is set on the premises of St. Denis Medical Center in Oregon, and it follows Alex, the Supervising Nurse in the emergency department, as she struggles with her extremely demanding job and eccentric co-workers. St. Denis Medical stars Wendi McLendon-Covey, Allison Tolman, Josh Lawson, Kahyun Kim, Mekki Leeper, David Alan Grier, and Kaliko Kauahi. So, if you loved the workplace setting, hilarious comedy, and entertaining characters in St. Denis Medical, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary-style workplace comedy series created by Quinta Brunson. The ABC series is set on the premises of the underfunded Abbott Elementary school in West Philadelphia. It follows a group of...

One Chicago has weathered the storm. Sure, the franchise is going to have to make some changes in order to limit its budget, and part ways with select stars, but all three shows have been renewed by its network, NBC, for additional seasons. And apparently, the good news doesn't stop there.

One Chicago was one of the franchises singled out and praised during NBC's Upfront presentation on May 12. The network presented its fall plans, and Chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios Donna Langley assured loyal One Chicago fans that the network is making moves to ensure that the franchise performs better than ever. How? By leaning into sports coverage.

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The network recently signed a $2.5 billion deal to increase its sports programming, with particular emphasis on the NBA. The network is so adamant...

Last year, it was movies. This year, it seems, it’s all sports. The Upfronts kicked off at Radio City Music Hall with NBC reminding advertisers that it will soon have NBA basketball.

The company scored the first basket at the three-day event that will likely be dominated by live sports with the news that Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, had signed up to be a special contributor to its NBA coverage.

“Sports is definitely having a moment in the industry and, God knows, you’ll hear the word ‘sports’ ten-thousand times this week, how some sports are moving to streaming or other platforms are adding a day or two to their schedule,” said Mark Marshall, Chairman, NBCUniversal Global Advertising & Partnerships.

But Donna Langley, whose team just put together its first fall schedule (sort of) that includes primetime basketball, said that she hopes its $2.5B annual deal will have a positive impact on the rest of its programming.

Langley, Chairman, NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studio, said, “Every game will be a new event, a weekly tentpole that maximizes the impact of the league across our platforms and delivers a sizable audience watching in real time for our advertising partners. By adding NBA games to the schedule, we’ll build on decades of sports programming on NBC and create a halo effect around the entire entertainment schedule. So whether you’re a Bravoholic, a cinephile, a sports fanatic, news junkie, or simply can’t miss Weekend Update, our franchises offer something for everyone, which means our advertisers can, without question, reach the broadest possible audience.”

NBC’s October schedule features less than a third scripted programming with only one new series – Jimmy Fallon’s marketing reality series On Brand, with The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, starring Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe, who were on stage, being added at some point over the fall.

There were a handful of other NBC stars on stage including David Alan Grier and Wendi McLendon-Covey from St. Denis Medical, which is returning for a second season, Reba McEntire, star of Happy’s Place and a coach on The Voice, and S. Epatha Merkerson from Chicago Med.

“One of the many powers of this portfolio is the ability to build and maintain audiences season after season whether it’s newer comedies like our show St. Denis Medical or iconic legacy franchises like Law & Order or Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, Chicago Pd, Chicago Sanitation and Chicago Municipal Zone,” Grier joked.

The Upfronts presentation leaned heavily on Peacock programming including The Office spinoff The Paper and Dig starring Amy Poehler.

Poehler, who was joined on stage by her “work husband” Tina Fey, said that production on the show, which reunites her with her Parks and Recreation cohort Mike Schur, starts this summer.

The company showed a trailer for The Paper, which comes from The Office’s Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, which featured The White Lotus star Sabrina Impacciatore as a female Michael Scott. “You’re going to get tired chasing my pretty little butt around with that camera,” she says in the clip.

Oscar Nunez, who played Oscar Martinez in The Office, is back, this time in Toledo, Ohio. “Oh, no, not again, I’m not agreeing to any of this. Don’t you guys have enough after nine years, I’m starting over with another of these things,” Nunez’s Martinez says in the trailer.

“I told Mr. Greg Daniels that if Oscar came back, he would probably be living in a more, bustling, cosmopolitan city. Greg heard me and moved Oscar to Toledo, Ohio, which has three times the population of Scranton, so it was nice to be heard,” joked Nunez.

Domhnall Gleeson plays idealistic journalist Ned Sampson. “Fans of The Office will be delighted to see Oscar back at work. Some older fans will look at me and be glad that Meredith is also coming back. That’s a red hair joke,” said Gleeson.

Elsewhere, Elizabeth Banks, Keke Palmer and Dakota Fanning were on stage to promote The Miniature Wife, The Burbs and All Her Fault, respectively.

Banks, whose series is a marital comedy also starring Matthew Macfadyen, joked that her relationship with NBCU goes back to the time that she did a spot on Third Watch, which ran between 1999 and 2005, as well as an appearance on Law & Order: Svu, which Palmer also starred on when she was 12.

“Every person you see up here today, every performance, trailer or clip actors have prepared for you, brings us back to four little words, the mantra that greets us every day in the headquarters in Los Angeles: Above All Else: Entertain, and that’s what we do best,” concluded Langley.

Seth MacFarlane may have made network upfront history on Monday, opening the NBCUniversal presentation with a song-and-dance routine boasting the chorus, “NBCU has the shit you’re after!”

That was likely the first time any network boasted that they’re “the shit” in their message to advertisers — but it was very on brand, of course, for MacFarlane, whose overall deal with the company has so far generated a live-action Peacock series based on his “Ted” film franchise, and now an animated take on it as well.

Among MacFarlane’s competitive barbs in his number, which kicked off the two-hour NBCU upfront: “You can give all your money to Netflix/ just to have your commercials on auto play/ But I got news, buddy, all your views are the Tinder Dates just busy getting laid.

On Disney and Hulu, where MacFarlane still has a ton of business via his animated series “Family Guy...

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Get ready for some more extremely thrilling and hilarious murder mysteries in Peacock’s highly anticipated Season 2 of the crime comedy-drama series Poker Face. Created by Rian Johnson, the case-of-the-week style series is all set to continue the wild and admittedly death-filled ride of Charlie Cale as her involvement with Beatrix Hasp gets her in more danger.

Poker Face Season 2 – Episode Guide (When Will the New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Peacock

Poker Face Season 2 consists of twelve episodes in total. The case-of-the-week murder mystery comedy-drama series premieres on Peacock, with its first three episodes on May 8, 2025, with the rest of the episodes coming out weekly every Thursday. Check out the full episode guide of Poker Face Season 2 below:

Episode 1 “The Game is a Foot” – May 8, 2025 Episode 2 “Last Look” – May 8, 2025 Episode 3 “Whack-a-Mole” – May 8, 2025 Episode 4 “The Taste of Human Blood...

Warning: The following contains spoilers for the Elsbeth Season 2 finale. Proceed at your own risk!

Leave it to Elsbeth to solve a murder while behind bars.

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In Thursday’s season finale, the titular lawyer found herself in the same detention center as several of the killers she helped put away, who...

Charlie Cale, the human truth detector, is back for more mysteries in Season 2 of “Poker Face,” which premiered on Peacock with three episodes on Thursday. Natasha Lyonne returns in her Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated role.

The series, from “Knives Out” director Rian Johnson, follows Charlie’s off-the-grid adventures as she tries to stay one step ahead of the mobsters who want her dead. In classic “Columbo” or “Murder, She Wrote,” style, a murder just happens to occur wherever she goes.

This season boasts a tremendous who’s who of guest stars, kicking off off with “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo. We’ll also see Lyonne reunited with her “But I’m a Cheerleader” costar, Melanie Lynskey of “Yellowjackets.”

Here’s when and were to watch all Season 2 episodes:

When does “Poker Face” Season 2 premiere?

Season 2 premieres with three episodes on Peacock on May 8.

How can I watch “Poker Face?”

“Poker Face” Season...

Exclusive: What does a long-running game show have to do to get another two-year renewal? Funny You Should Ask.

Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group has ordered Seasons 9 and 10 of its nationally syndicated comedy game, taking the daily half-hour strip through 2026-27.

Hosted as always by Jon Kelley, Funny You Should Ask features a panel of professional stand-up comics who interact with contestants for cash, prizes and laughs. The stakes increase in every episode as contestants ask the comedians questions, with the comics giving humorous replies.

“Funny You Should Ask is the perfect comedy game show for the entire family,” said Allen, founder, chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group. “We are very proud of this series because the world can never have enough laughter.”

Related: 2025 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming

Since its launch in fall 2017, Funny You Should Ask has featured such talent as Allen himself,...

Plot: 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 Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve.

Review: While Rian Johnson revived the whodunit on the big screen with Knives Out and the Netflix sequel Glass Onion, his charmingly retro small-screen series Poker Face has truly proven its worth in the tried-and-true genre. Echoing classic shows like Columbo and The Rockford Files, Poker Face‘s first season centered on Charlie Cale (Natasha Lyonne), who solved mysteries while on the run from gangsters looking to kill her. The overarching narrative of the first season was engaging, but the standalone mysteries boasting famous guest stars turned Poker Face into must-watch programming. After a two-year wait, Poker Face is back with another ten mysteries,...

Natasha Lyonne and Rian Johnson step out for the season two premiere of their show Poker Face held at Hollywood Legion Theater on Thursday (May 1) in Los Angeles.

The star and the creator of the mystery series posed in front of the Plymouth Barracuda that Natasha made her grand entrance in. If you watch the show, you’ll recognize the car as the one her character Charlie Cale drives!

Season two guest stars in attendance included Awkwafina, Bj Novak, David Alan Grier, David Krumholtz, Jason Ritter, Justin Theroux, Kevin Corrigan, Kumail Nanjiani with wife Emily V Gordon, Lauren Tom, Margo Martindale, Melanie Linskey, Natasha Leggero, Patti Harrison, Rhea Perlman, Richard Kind, Sherry Cola, Simon Helberg, Simon Rex and Taylor Schilling.

If you missed it, see the full list of season two guest stars!

Also in attendance were season one guest stars Clea DuVall and Kerry Frances, plus Fred Armisen and wife Riki Lindhome,...

Are you ready to say goodbye to broadcast TV for the summer? We’re sure not.

The only silver lining is that cable and streaming premieres continue to premiere throughout the summer.

This coming week brings back Poker Face and The Walking Dead: Dead City. Check out what we think should be on your radar.

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In the penultimate episode of Tracker Season 2, Colter and Reenie are wrapped up in chaos when Colter takes a case involving Reenie’s mysterious client, Leo Sharf.

Leo has been shady from the get-go, and things will finally come to a head where he’s concerned.

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The second season of Poker Face was celebrated Thursday at the Hollywood Legion Theater where Natasha Lyonne, the star, executive producer, writer, and director, took a time-out from the premiere party to talk to Gold Derby about her upcoming movie, which has received plenty of attention this week.

Lyonne announced just days earlier that she was embarking on her feature film directorial debut, called Uncanny Valley, that would employ generative AI. Although Lyonne said she and her team would use the technology "ethically and creatively," the news was met with ambivalence due to industry-wide fear of artificial intelligence not only replacing artists but incorporating their work without permission.

Seemingly wary after some reports got it wrong, Lyonne on Thursday was cautious to note that Uncanny Valley “is not really an AI film.” Very aware of the reputation and threat the term AI carries in Hollywood, she clarified “ultimately, what this...

Spoiler Alert: This post contains spoilers from “This Place Is Our Everything,” the Season 1 finale of NBC’s “St. Denis Medical,” now streaming on Peacock.

A big change is coming to St. Denis Medical, just as long as the ceiling doesn’t cave in.

All season, hospital executive director Joyce (Wendi McLendon-Covey) has gone to great lengths, often to the chagrin of her employees, to bring renown and resources to the Oregon hospital. But in the Season 1 finale, she took a major step in that direction, securing $10 million to further her plans, even though she immediately starts promising it away to the needs of others. But when she is sidelined by an injured ankle, she takes the quieter moment to confide in Ron (David Alan Grier) that she already has her own vision for the windfall –– to open a birthing center at St. Denis to make it the destination for...

Note: This story contains spoilers from “St. Denis Medical” Episode 18.

“St. Denis Medical” wrapped up its first season with big money and big reveals, setting the stage for interesting dynamic shifts upon its return.

Episode 18, titled “This Place is Our Everything” followed as Joyce (Wendi McLendon-Covey) juggled many demands from hospital staff on how to use the $10 million funds that were raised in last week’s gala. With an assist from Ron (David Alan Grier), Joyce was encouraged to reject everyone else’s ideas in favor of implementing her own to turn St. Denis into the prime destination for maternity medicine in Oregon — with the money helping to kickstart those efforts ever so slightly.

The episode also saw some full-circle moments for Matt (Mekki Leeper) and Alex (Allison Tolman). After spending the day getting questions from Serena (Kahyun Kim) about his ideal lover, Matt helped a patient with an EpiPen emergency,...

St. Denis Medical — Pictured: Mekki Leeper as Matt — (Photo by: NBC) 2025 NBCUniversal Media, LLC In mockumentary-style sitcoms, where much of the humor is derived from improvisation and genuine “in the moment” reactions, it’s essential that the show’s cast has both good comedic timing and great chemistry. With Reno 911! alum Wendi McLendon-Covey and In Living Color’s David Alan Grier cast in two of St. Denis Medical’s starring roles, the show was off to a great start. And according to Mekki Leeper, who plays a nurse at the hospital, by the time the cast had been filled out, the chemistry was already on display. (Click on the media bar below to hear Mekki Leeper.) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Mekki_-Leeper_Chemistry_Cast_St_Densi_Medical_.mp3 St. Denis Medical airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC, and episodes start streaming the following day on Peacock.

The...

On Tuesday April 22 2025, NBC broadcasts St. Denis Medical!

Bruce-ic and the Mus-ic Season 1 Episode 17 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Bruce-ic and the Mus-ic,” promises a night full of fun, competition, and a bit of drama. This episode will air on NBC and is set during the annual fundraiser for the hospital. The event is a chance for the staff to let loose and enjoy themselves, away from their usual responsibilities.

In this episode, Alex and her husband, Tim, are eager to have a wild, kid-free night. They look forward to spending time together and making the most of the fundraiser. However, the night may not go as smoothly as they hope. Their plans could be interrupted by the excitement and chaos that often comes with hospital events.

Meanwhile, Ron and Joyce find themselves in a disagreement over hosting duties. Their differing opinions on how to...

In the upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “This Place Is Our Everything,” viewers can expect a whirlwind of emotions and challenges as a storm wreaks havoc in the Emergency Department. The chaos brought on by the severe weather will test the team’s resilience and ability to work together under pressure. With the hospital’s resources stretched thin, every decision counts, and the stakes have never been higher.

Alex finds herself at a crossroads in this episode. Torn between her obligations to her husband and the pressing needs of her colleagues, she faces a tough dilemma. This internal conflict showcases her dedication to both her family and her job, making for a gripping storyline that highlights the sacrifices often made in the medical profession.

Meanwhile, Joyce adds a lighter touch to the episode as she goes on an unexpected spending spree with some found money. This subplot promises...

This year, crime dramas aren’t the only genre dominating the airwaves: Medical dramas are creating waves as well. They’ve always been popular, thanks medical drama ER, but conventional. Enter newer shows, like those we’ll be talking about here, and the medical drama genre has been altered from a mere medical procedural and reinvented to include more realistic perspectives, classic fictional characters, and their own brand of uniqueness. While we’ve been exposed to plenty of medical dramas this century, 2025 isn’t even half over with, and we’ve already seen some of the most unforgettable medical shows in years, including The Pitt.

One of the top shows of 2025, and Max’s most-watched original title globally, The Pitt is the first medical drama to provide us with a truly realistic look at the functioning of an emergency room and those who run it and those who control it.

Charlie Cale is back! What a concept! The latest trailer for Rian Johnson’s Poker Face Season 2 is here, and Natasha Lyonne’s lie-detecting detective is coming up against her most challenging cases yet! The first episode of Poker Face Season 2 debuts on Peacock on Thursday, May 8, with nine more episodes dropping weekly through July 10.

Here’s Peacock’s official synopsis for Poker Face Season 2:

“Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in Season 2, we’ve taken her journey to the next level, one murder mystery at a time. From minor league baseball to big box retail, funeral homes to alligator farms, and even a grade school talent show, Charlie navigates her crime-solving existential road trip with deadpan wit, human empathy, and her signature uncanny lie-detecting ability.”

“To bring Season 2 to life, we pulled visual inspiration from American 70s cinema, all the stuff we love like Robert Altman,...

Natasha Lyonne is back as TV’s favorite gumshoe detective with Poker Face season two, and the official trailer teases the adventures she’s poised to head on when the 12-episode season launches May 8 on Peacock (followed by a weekly release).

A twist on the Columbo murder-of-the-week format, the mystery-of-the-week series from creator Rian Johnson lured eye-popping guest stars for season one and the Poker Face casting team locked in another starry ensemble for season two. After an earlier teaser introduced who some of them will be playing opposite Lyonne, the trailer below now introduces many more guest stars who came in to play in Cale’s mystery sandbox. (Here’s a refresher on where season one ended.)

The eye-popping list of guest stars, in alphabetical order: Adrienne C. Moore, Alia Shawkat, Awkwafina, Ben Marshall, B.J. Novak, Carol Kane, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Corey Hawkins, Cynthia Erivo, David Alan Grier,...

Peacock has released the official trailer and key art for Poker Face season two, which will premiere with three episodes on May 8. From Rian Johnson and starring Emmy nominee Natasha Lyonne, the second season consists of 12 episodes.

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 Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve.

The show’s critically acclaimed first season received four Primetime Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Natasha Lyonne, and garnered Peacock its first Emmy win for Judith Light’s Outstanding Guest Actress Performance in a Comedy Series.

“Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in Season 2, we’ve taken her journey to the next level one murder mystery at a time,...

Natasha Lyonne returns as off-kilter detective Charlie Cale in “Poker Face” Season 2. The wacky casino worker with a keen ability to tell whether someone is lying has found herself in the middle of more trouble and murder mysteries.

“I can tell when someone’s lying,” Charlie (Lyonne) says in the Wednesday trailer for the series as she tries to sniff out Cynthia Erivo’s true identity. “It’s a thing I do, so who are you?”

This season features a slew of top tier guest stars. Charlie calls “bull” on Erivo’s ‘Felicity Price’ in the trailer, while John Mulaney appears as an FBI agent and Please Don’t Destroy’s Ben Marshall almost catches himself on fire with a blowtorch. Charlie can also be seen telling John Cho’s character that no one can stump her. “Game on Charlie Cale,” the alleged professional liar replies. “I’m going to be the first.

St. Denis Medical is hoping to show laughter is the best medicine at the 2025 Emmys.

Gold Derby has confirmed that the NBC comedy is submitting 10 different actors for the hospital sitcom's first season.

David Alan Grier, who plays emergency physician Ron, will be submitted in Best Comedy Actor. Grier earned a Critics Choice and NAACP Image Award nomination for the role earlier this year. This would be the veteran comedian's first Emmy nomination.

Wendi McLendon-Covey, who plays Joyce, the ambitious executive director of St. Denis Medical, will be submitted in Best Comedy Actress. McClendon-Covey is a previous Emmy nominee as a producer for the 2022 Best TV Movie contender Reno 911!: The Hunt for QAnon. She will be joined on the ballot by Allison Tolman, who plays Alex, a workaholic supervising nurse. Tolman is a previous Emmy nominee for her supporting role in the limited series Fargo (2014).

Josh Lawson, who plays a trauma surgeon named Bruce,...

The upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Bruce-ic and the Mus-ic,” promises a night filled with laughter and competition. Airing on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 8:00 Pm on NBC, this episode revolves around the annual fundraiser that brings the community together for a good cause. Alex and her husband, Tim, are looking forward to a rare night out without the kids, hoping to let loose and enjoy themselves.

Meanwhile, tensions rise between Ron and Joyce as they clash over their hosting duties. Their differing opinions on how to run the event could lead to some hilarious moments, showcasing their dynamic as they navigate the challenges of planning a successful fundraiser.

Adding to the excitement, Bruce is determined to take home the trophy in the “Dancing with the Caregivers” competition. His enthusiasm and dedication to winning will surely provide some entertaining dance sequences that fans have come to love. With a mix of fun,...

NBCUniversal is kicking off Emmy Awards season by bringing its stars together in one room!

The entertainment company hosted an Emmy season kick-off luncheon on Friday afternoon (April 11) at the Sls Hotel in Los Angeles.

The annual event celebrated the talent behind NBCUniversal’s Emmy-eligible shows. This includes shows and movies on NBC and Peacock, as well as shows that Universal Content Productions has made for other streamers, like Netflix’s A Man on the Inside and Max’s Hacks.

Some of the talent in attendance included Renee Zellweger, Amanda Seyfried, Natasha Lyonne, Tina Fey, Colman Domingo, Aja Naomi King, and AnnaSophia Robb, among others.

Emmy nominations will be announced on July 15 and the ceremony will be hosted on September 14.

Head inside to see everyone who attended the event…

Check out all of the attendees below…

Aja Naomi King (Grosse Pointe Garden Society)

Allison Tolman (St. Denis Medical)

Amanda Seyfried...

[Warning: The following contains Major spoilers for Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 17, “Four Body Problem.” The new cop assigned to work with Carrie Preston‘s Elsbeth Tascioni made his debut in the Thursday, April 10 episode of Elsbeth, and he’s played by Wicked‘s Ethan Slater. Officer Reese Chandler has his quirks, as did every guest star in this episode. From an internet conspiracy theorist who was searching for her missing friend to the people Kaya (Carra Patterson) interviewed through her detective tip line grunt work, there was no shortage of unique personalities in this installment, which ended with a chilling warning about investigating Michael Emerson‘s Judge Crawford. Slater’s Reese is a well-intended cop who’s not the best at reading a room. While investigating a long-running funeral home run by David Alan Grier‘s Clark Greene Jr., the newbie cop kept talking loudly about his personal life. Elsbeth had to remind him to focus on the task at hand.

That was certainly, uh, an episode of Elsbeth. What exactly did we just watch? A lot was happening, but none of it made much sense.

I’m starting to think this series takes place in an alternate reality because sometimes the dots just don’t connect.

Honestly, the character of Elsbeth must be psychic because there was barely any reason for her to suspect the murderer. Sure, Miss Tascioni is an excellent sleuth, but she isn’t Theresa Caputo.

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There was virtually no reason for the character to investigate the killer. While she was right on the money, the plotting wasn’t there.

That said, the real crime on this episode was the price of coffins. Two hundred and seventy-five thousand dollars for an “eco-friendly” coffin? Burn me up, put me in little matchboxes, and hand me out to my loved ones.

Elsbeth Is Only in Its Sophomore Season,...

Medical Shows seem to be all the rage!

We’re living in a White Coat Renaissance as doctors of all calibers scrub in to entertain us during this television season.

It’s the genre that keeps on delivering.

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At least, that seems to be the consensus, as many of the new series to emerge from the 2024-2025 season have taken place at a hospital and opted to explore a wide array of colorful characters ranging from the quirky and fun to the sexy, flawed, and genuinely real.

We have some truly great ones, some average ones, and others in a league of their own.

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Elsbeth is digging up more than just facts this week — she’s headed straight to a funeral home with a mystery six feet deep. In Thursday’s new episode, “Four Body Problem,” Broadway legend and Tony Award winner David Alan Grier guest stars as Arthur Greene Jr., the meticulous owner of one of New York’s most historic and elite funeral homes. But when Greene’s conspiracy-minded nephew suddenly disappears, Elsbeth (Carrie Preston) suspects that the tightly run family business may be harboring more secrets than caskets. Collider is thrilled to bring our readers an exclusive first look at the episode, which airs this Thursday, April 10, at 10. Pm Et on CBS.

In our sneak peek, Elsbeth meets with Arthur at the funeral home and questions him about his nephew's behavior. But it's fair to say the funeral owner is involved in burying more than just bodies, as he clams up during her questioning.

On Tuesday April 8 2025, ABC broadcasts Jimmy Kimmel Live!!

David Alan Grier; Meghann Fahy; Malcolm Todd; Jimmy Vivino Season 23 Episode 97 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” promises an exciting lineup that fans will not want to miss. Scheduled to air on ABC, this episode features actor David Alan Grier, known for his impressive work in both comedy and drama. Grier has a way of bringing laughter and insight to the stage, and his presence is sure to add a lively energy to the show.

Joining Grier is actress Meghann Fahy, recognized for her captivating performances on screen. Fahy has gained popularity for her roles in various television series and films, and her appearance on the show will likely highlight her latest projects and experiences in the entertainment industry. Her charm and talent are expected to engage the audience and create memorable moments.

The episode will also feature a performance by Malcolm Todd,...

Wicked‘s Ethan Slater and St. Denis Medical‘s David Alan Grier guest star on CBS’s Elsbeth season two episode 17, “Four Body Problem.” Directed by Bille Woodruff, episode 17 will air on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10pm Et/Pt.

Carrie Preston stars as Elsbeth Tascioni, Wendell Pierce stars as Captain C.W. Wagner, and Carra Patterson is back as Officer Kaya Blanke. Robert King, Michelle King, Liz Glotzer, and Jonathan Tolins serve as executive producers.

“Four Body Problem” Plot: Elsbeth visits the historic and elite funeral home owned by Arthur Greene Jr. (Grier) when his conspiracy-minded nephew goes missing. Meanwhile, Elsbeth continues to adjust to Kaya’s new role and works the case with a chatty new hire, Officer Chandler (Slater). Written by Erica Shelton Kodish and Sarah Beckett.

David Alan Grier as Clark Greene Jr. and Carrie Preston as Elsbeth Tascioni in season 2 episode 17 Elsbeth Season 2 Description, Courtesy of CBS:...

On Tuesday April 1 2025, NBC broadcasts St. Denis Medical!

Anything to Push Zaluva Season 1 Episode 16 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Anything to Push Zaluva,” promises to bring a mix of drama and personal growth to the screen. This episode will air on NBC, and fans can expect some intriguing developments among the main characters.

In this episode, Ron’s playful teasing leads Joyce to reflect on her friendship with a pharmaceutical representative. As Joyce navigates her feelings, the question of whether the friendship is genuine arises. This moment of self-discovery could change how Joyce views her relationships and her role in the medical field.

Meanwhile, Alex faces a challenge with Serena, who is eager to take on a new task. Alex struggles to let go and allow Serena to prove herself. This internal conflict highlights the dynamics of teamwork and trust in a busy medical environment.

We will update this article throughout the season, along with all our predictions, so make sure to keep checking IndieWire for the latest news from the 2025 Emmys race. The nomination round of voting takes place from June 12 to June 23, with the official Emmy nominations announced Tuesday, July 15. Afterwards, final voting commences on August 18 and ends the night of August 27. The 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards are set to take place on Sunday, September 14, and air live on CBS at 8:00 p.m. Et/ 5:00 p.m. Pt.

The State of the Race

One of the big takeaways from the winter TV awards season is that “The Bear” has lost a bit of its luster after a polarizing third season. This has manifested in a bunch of wins for “Hacks” rather than the Emmys record-breaking FX series, but the one main category the Max series has no contender for is Outstanding...

Matt (Mekki Leeper) is the newest staff member of St. Denis Medical, the setting of NBC's new hit workplace sitcom. A former resident of an isolated religious community, he's had trouble fitting in to the bustling hospital. In a Collider-exclusive sneak peek of this week's episode, the good news is that Matt has a new mentor to help him improve; the bad news is that his new mentor is conceited surgeon Bruce (Josh Lawson).

In our exclusive sneak peek of this week's episode, "Anything to Push Zaluva," Matt laments how he's constantly cracking under the pressure of the hospital's high-stress environment, resulting in him acquiring an unprintable nickname from the rest of the staff. The egotistical Bruce thinks this is a plea for his services as a mentor. However, he's reluctant to do it because he thinks that when Matt inevitably fails, it'll look bad for him. But...

On Tuesday March 25 2025, NBC broadcasts St. Denis Medical!

Sometimes It’s Good to Be Cautious Season 1 Episode 15 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Sometimes It’s Good to Be Cautious,” promises to deliver a mix of drama and humor. Airing on NBC, this episode focuses on the challenges faced by the staff at St. Denis Medical as they navigate the complexities of medical care and personal ambitions.

In this episode, Bruce and Alex find themselves at odds when a young athlete seeks their medical advice. Each doctor has a different approach, leading to a clash of opinions that could impact the athlete’s future. The tension between Bruce and Alex highlights the importance of cautious decision-making in the medical field, especially when dealing with someone who is eager to get back to their sport.

Meanwhile, Joyce is determined to make a name for herself outside of the hospital.

The sixteenth episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Anything to Push Zaluva,” is set to air on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 8:00 Pm on NBC. This episode promises to delve into the complexities of relationships and the challenges faced by the staff at the hospital. With a mix of humor and drama, viewers can look forward to an engaging storyline.

In this episode, Ron’s playful teasing leads Joyce to question the authenticity of her friendship with a pharmaceutical representative. This situation puts Joyce in a difficult position as she tries to navigate her professional and personal boundaries. The tension between her friendship and her work responsibilities creates an intriguing dynamic that will keep audiences guessing.

Meanwhile, Alex struggles to allow Serena to take on a new task. This storyline highlights Alex’s protective nature, raising questions about trust and teamwork in a high-pressure environment. As Alex grapples with this issue,...

The 2025 Emmy nominations won't be announced until July 15, but Gold Derby already has a head start on handicapping the races.

First things first, we are predicting last year's Best Comedy Series champion, Hacks, to win again for its upcoming season, which premieres April 10 on Max. After all, the Emmys love repeats. The Season 4 plot follows legendary stand-up comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) as she gears up for her nightly talk show with the help of her on-again/off-again comedy writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder). Both Smart and Einbinder are also leading their respective Emmy contests for Best Comedy Actress and Best Comedy Supporting Actress.

Severance is back for Season 2 after a three-year delay, and it's expected to receive a goat-load of Emmy love. Adam Scott, Britt Lower, John Turturro, and Zach Cherry play office workers at the sinister Lumon Industries, who all agree to separate their workplace memories from their external memories.

The following contains major spoilers from St. Denis Medical Season 1, Episode 14, "Listen to Your Ladybugs," which debuted Tuesday, March 11 on NBC.

St. Denis Medical Season 1, Episode 14, "Listen to Your Ladybugs" relies on the NBC sitcom's cast completely losing it. The humor in all three of the storylines revolves around a character being pushed to their breaking point. Luckily, the actors understand the assignment and are able to bring the laughs without making every situation feel like the end of the proverbial world. This is an example of taking heightened comedy situations and knowing just how far they can be pushed.

"Listen to Your Ladybugs" takes its title from the women's health initiative that Joyce tries to start at St. Denis. Like most of what Joyce thinks is a good idea, this winds up falling apart. But there's also Ron dealing with a plotline that will make every viewer think twice before Googling their symptoms,...

If you're looking for a major shakeup at the 2025 Emmys, don't hold your breath for the comedy acting races to make waves. For the second year in a row, Hacks and The Bear are predicted to extend their streak of domination — led by Jean Smart and Jeremy Allen White, who are both undefeated for playing Deborah Vance and Carmen Berzatto, respectively.

The last time one of those two names wasn't called on Emmy night was in 2023, when Abbott Elementary's Quinta Brunson took home Best Comedy Actress during an off-season for Hacks. Last year, The Bear clawed its way to three of the four main acting prizes and swept both guest star categories (Jon Bernthal and Jamie Lee Curtis). Smart handed the FX series its only acting loss, snagging her third Emmy for Hacks over The Bear's Ayo Edebiri. Can anyone pull off an upset this year? Here's the state...

All the way back in February 2023, we got the good news that Poker Face starring Natasha Lyonne was renewed for a second season. However it's been very delayed due to the actors and writers strikes that happened that year. Which meant the wait between seasons has been longer than anticipated. Thankfully now, we have lots of updates about Poker Face season 2, including the release date!

Created by Rian Johnson, the series became an instant hit when it premiered on Peacock. That has to do with the great stortelling, Lyonne's superb acting, and also the great number of guest stars we could expect to see with each new episode. Since it's been a while and there's been multiple updates, we've rounded them all for you here. Here's 3 updates you might have missed on Poker Face season 2.

Poker Face -- S2 -- Pictured: Eva Jade Halford, Natasha Lyonne as Charlie Cale --...

The long-running Newport Beach Film Fest is set to launch a TV counterpart this June. The org revealed Wednesday that it will hold the inaugural Newport Beach TV Fest from June 5 to June 8 at the Lido Theater and The Port Theater in Newport Beach, Calif. The four-day event promises a “celebration of television artistry and creative achievements” whiling bringing together “industry professionals and audiences for a unique celebration of established and emerging talent, networks, and streaming services.”

Timing of the Newport Beach TV Fest is strategic to hit right before the Emmy nomination voting window, and as FYC events wrap up. According to the festival, it plans to attract “he largest gathering of Guild and Television Academy voters outside of Los Angeles or New York” and “honor creativity in television while offering a platform for innovative storytelling in front of a dynamic audience.”

Events and programs during the Newport Beach...

Poker Face is coming back!

Peacock debuted the official teaser for Season 2 of the Emmy-winning TV show on Wednesday (March 12), along with revealing the premiere date, teaser and first look images.

“We’re so back! And that’s no bullsh-t,” the network declared.

Keep reading to find out more…

The new season premieres May 8 with 3 episodes, followed by a new episode weekly.

Creator and writer Rian Johnson and executive producer, writer and star Natasha Lyonne provided a note about the upcoming season.

“Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in Season 2 we’ve taken her journey to the next level one murder mystery at a time. From minor league baseball to big box retail, from funeral homes to alligator farms and even a grade school talent show, Charlie navigates her crime solving existential road-trip with deadpan wit, human empathy, and her signature uncanny lie-detecting ability,” they wrote.

“To bring Season 2 to life,...

Welcome back, Charlie Cale.

Natasha Lyonne is back as TV’s favorite gumshoe detective in the first teaser for Poker Face season two, and the footage teases the roster of high-wattage guest stars who have been brought in to play in Charlie’s murder mystery sandbox when the series returns.

With its twist on the Columbo murder-of-the-week format, the Peacock series from creator Rian Johnson lured an eye-popping weekly roster of guest stars for season one that included the likes of Adrien Brody, Nick Nolte, Ellen Barkin, Tim Meadows, Ron Perlman and Stephanie Hsu, to name a few. Johnson, Lyonne and the Poker Face casting team went back to the drawing board for season two to bring on the impressive list of guest stars (listed below) — and the teaser introduces who some of them will be playing.

The 12-episode season launches with three episodes on May 8, followed by a weekly releases Thursdays on Peacock.

Can you read her poker face yet? She can read yours, and she's about to read a ton of other people as Natasha Lyonne returns in Season 2 ofPoker Face. With showrunner Tony Tost behind the wheel, Season 2 begins streaming on Peacock starting May 8, 2025, with three episodes at launch and new episodes streaming Thursday. There are a cool dozen episodes this time around, as opposed to the 10 great episodes in Season 1. The synopsis is simple: 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 Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve.

A press release from Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne reads, "Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in Season 2 we’ve taken her journey to the...

After over two years, we finally have a premiere date for “Poker Face” Season 2. Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne’s crime dramedy will return on May 8 with its first three episodes. After its premiere, new episodes will air Thursdays on Peacock.

“This is getting a little crazy,” Cynthia Erivo says in the teaser out Wednesday, to which Lyonne’s Charlie Cale shoots back, “Stay with me.”

The rest of the 30-second clip is filled with gunfire, explosions, zingers and big-name cameos. The video also shows appearances from John Mulaney, Katie Holmes, Giancarlo Esposito, Awkwafina, Cliff “Method Man” Smith, Justin Theroux, Taylor Schilling, Kumail Nanjiani and Melanie Lynskey. “What am I even running from, right?” Charlie asks, chuckling. Seconds later, she’s shot at repeatedly. Watch the full teaser, below:

The Peacock original takes its cues from “Columbo” and other TV classics. The mystery-of-the-week series follows Lyonne’s Charlie, who always...

On Tuesday March 11 2025, NBC broadcasts St. Denis Medical!

Listen to Your Ladybugs Season 1 Episode 14 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “St. Denis Medical,” titled “Listen to Your Ladybugs,” promises to bring a mix of drama and unexpected twists. Set to air on NBC, this episode focuses on Joyce as she takes a bold step by launching a women’s health initiative. Her intentions are good, aiming to improve care for women in the community, but the results may not be what she expected. This initiative could lead to surprising challenges and revelations that will keep viewers engaged.

Meanwhile, Ron finds himself treating a patient who seems to have all the answers. This patient’s unique perspective might challenge Ron’s views on medicine and life. The interaction is likely to spark interesting conversations about health and the human experience, highlighting the importance of listening to patients and understanding their needs.

Let's face it: We all need a good laugh — now more than ever.

“Laughing is one of the most fundamental, foundational human joys, if not the fundamental foundational joy,” says Eric Ledgin, showrunner and co-creator of St. Denis Medical, NBC's hit medical mockumentary. “So whatever the subject matter is, if you're a comedy and you're not at least trying to make people laugh, I don't think you're doing it right. And I think that audiences are really feeling the craving for that.”

Ledgin took the stage March 7 at SXSW's Film & TV Festival alongside Universal Television's EVP of comedy development Jim Donnelly to chart the series' comedic creative journey in a panel titled "Pitch to Screen," moderated by Gold Derby's editor-in-chief. Listen to the entire conversation in a special episode of the Awards Magnet podcast below.

Making people laugh, though, has become harder than ever. “Audiences are very savvy right now,...

Did Nick Offerman surprise Oscars viewers with announcements? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Oscars are always dazzling, packed with A-list appearances at every turn. Whether it’s a surprise skit featuring Conan O’Brien dramatically emerging from Demi Moore or Adam Sandler charging toward Timothee Chalamet, the ceremony never fails to be a star-studded affair.

this bit between Nick Offerman and Conan O’Brien at the Oscars lol pic.twitter.com/KqljP8jTzD

— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) March 3, 2025

The Voice That Ties It All Together

However, amidst the glitz and chaotic brilliance, there’s one constant that quietly commands attention, and that is the powerful voice that guides the show, announcing nominees and ushering in each new award.

If you’ve ever paused mid-ceremony, thinking that deep, authoritative tone sounded familiar, you’re not alone. Viewers flooded Twitter with their suspicions, trying to pinpoint exactly where they’d heard it before.

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“St. Denis Medical” is set to deliver another engaging episode with Season 1, Episode 14 titled “Listen to Your Ladybugs.” This episode will air on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 7:00 Pm on NBC. The storyline promises to explore important themes in women’s health while also diving into the individual struggles of the characters.

In this episode, Joyce takes a bold step by launching a women’s health initiative. While her intentions are good, the results turn out to be unexpected. This initiative may lead to surprising revelations about the needs and concerns of women in the community, highlighting Joyce’s commitment to making a difference. Viewers can anticipate a mix of humor and heartfelt moments as Joyce navigates the challenges that come with her new project.

Meanwhile, Ron will be treating a patient who seems to have all the answers. This unique situation could bring some intriguing twists, as Ron tries to...