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‘Lucky Hank’ and the Appeals of Soft Television
Plus, reacting to the latest episode of ‘The Mandalorian’ and talking a ‘The Day of the Jackal’ remake
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The ‘Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 4 Instant Reactions
The Midnight Boys return to recap the new episode of ‘The Mandalorian,’ "The Foundling." They also cover the drama going on behind the scenes at DC and a major figurehead leaving Marvel Studios.
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The ‘Mandalorian’ Chapter 20 Recap: “The Foundling” Takes Us Into Grogu’s Past—and Back to the Show’s Sweet Spot
A narrative course correction back to our favorite characters and a surprising (and satisfying) answer to a long-standing question put a season that’s still running a little low on propellant back on track
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The ‘Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 3 Deep Dive
Plus, Ben Lindbergh joins Jo and Mal on the show to give out their episodic awards
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Is ‘The Mandalorian’ Trying to Be ‘Andor’?
Plus, breaking down ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’ Episodes 4-6 and reacting to news that James Gunn will direct ‘Superman: Legacy’
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 3 Instant Reactions
Plus, has ‘Star Wars’ fatigue started to set in?
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The ‘Mandalorian’ Chapter 19 Recap: “The Convert” Flies Into an ‘Andor’-Shaped Shadow
Season 3’s third installment strays from the Outer Rim to the Core Worlds, from core characters to a supporting player, and from lore to politics, taking it out of the Mando sweet spot
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Who Is the Best Darksaber Wielder in the ‘Star Wars’ Universe?
Jomi and Arjuna unpack the origins of the Darksaber as well as the timeline and skill of all of its wielders since its inception. Who do you think it should go to next?
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 2 Deep Dive, Plus Katee Sackhoff
Mal and Jo talk all things ‘The Mandalorian’ and are joined by Bo Katan herself, Katee Sackhoff, to discuss the intricacies of her character
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 2 Instant Reactions
Plus, the latest news regarding some recent Star Wars film shake-ups!
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‘The Mandalorian’ Chapter 18 Recap: “The Mines of Mandalore”
After a rubber-burning second episode that took viewers deeper into the story than we imagined possible this early in the season, we, like Din and Grogu, are ready for an adventure
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 1 Deep Dive
Mal, Jo, and Ben get together to talk about where the Mandalorian people are, what adventure awaits Din and Grogu, and much more
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‘The Mandalorian,’ the Martínez Rule, and the ‘Any Given Sunday’ Speech
Ian is joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Ryan Hunn to chat about the proposed IFAB law change which will prevent goalkeepers from distracting penalty takers
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Premiere Is a Slick Reminder of What Makes Mando Work
"The Apostate" is designed to reorient the audience after a lengthy layoff, but the familiar formula ensures we want to keep taking the trip
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Eight Questions Ahead of ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3
From Grogu’s Force prowess to Din’s and Bo-Katan’s Darksaber designs to Gideon’s future, here are the key considerations ahead of Mando’s long-awaited return
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What to Watch to Prepare for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3
If you want to catch up on the lore and movements of Din Djarin and Grogu, these are the ‘Star Wars’ shows and episodes to check out
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The Challenge for ‘Star Wars’ Heading Into ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3—and Beyond
Luke Skywalker’s arrival was a shocking and largely effective climax to Season 2—but also a worrisome sign of assimilation of ‘The Mandalorian,’ if only tangentially, into the all-consuming Skywalker Saga. Can Season 3—and ‘Star Wars’ as a whole—continue charting a new course?
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Primer: Essential Moments and Animated Watch List
Mal and Jo discuss their favorite Mando moments to prepare for the new season
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‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Trailer Reaction and the Mando Bingo Card
The Midnight Boys discuss the latest from the ‘Star Wars’ universe
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House of R(ecommends): If You Loved These Five Stories, Here’s What to Try Next
Join Mal, Joanna, and other as they list some recommendations to accompany all of the biggest releases of the year
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Top 10 Moments of 2022
As the year comes to a close, Mal and Jo look at their top 10 moments of 2022, and talk about their favorite shows, movies, and pieces of IP
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Five Questions About ‘Andor’ Season 2
The second (and, sadly, final) season of ‘Andor’ won’t be out until 2024, but it’s not too soon to wonder how the ‘Star Wars’ series will address its biggest remaining mysteries as it sprints toward ‘Rogue One’
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Six Lessons Lucasfilm Can Learn From the Success of ‘Andor’
‘Andor’ isn’t just great by ‘Star Wars’ standards—it’s one of the best shows of the year. Here’s how Disney and Lucasfilm can translate that success to future projects set in a galaxy far, far away.
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‘Andor’ Episode 12 Deep Dive
Mallory, Joanna, and Ben theorize about the post-credit scene and discuss loose ends ahead of Season 2
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The Season Finale of ‘Andor’ With Creator Tony Gilroy
Chris is joined for the third time by creator Tony Gilroy to talk about the making of the finale and what could be coming in Season 2
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‘Andor’ Episode 12 Instant Reactions
Plus, the Midnight Boys give the first season a ranking on the Midnight Meter and discuss what they would like to see in Season 2
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‘Andor’ Finale Breakdown: We Love This Show More Than Anything It Could Ever Do Wrong
Though the satisfactory finale is something short of triumphant, it doesn’t diminish the magic of the season as a whole
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‘Andor’ Episode 11 Deep Dive
Featuring a discussion of the hosts’ favorite ‘Star Wars’ creatures
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‘Andor’ Episode 11, Plus ‘Bluey’ Creator Joe Brumm!
Chris and Andy react to the penultimate episode of the ‘Star Wars’ series and make their predictions for the finale
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‘Andor’ Episode 11 Instant Reactions
The Midnight Boys break down the episode’s epic space battle and discuss a notable death
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‘Andor’ Episode 11 Breakdown: Let’s Call It … Finale Prep
On the heels of last week’s all-timer, the penultimate episode was the series’ least revealing to date, primarily pushing pieces around the holochess board in preparation for the conclusion
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‘Atlanta’ Showed Us What Is Possible With TV
Plus, breaking down the latest episode of ‘The White Lotus’ and reacting to some ‘Andor’ news