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The ‘X-Men’ Cast, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Footage, and More D23 News. Plus, ‘Lanterns’ Series Premiere and ‘Furious’ Episode 6.
Aug 17, 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
Chris and Andy talk about the official casting announcement of the upcoming ‘X-Men’ reboot (2:54), additional ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ footage (16:18), and more news from D23 (23:31). Later, they discuss the series premiere of ‘Lanterns’ (31:19) and ‘Furious' Episode 6 (55:21). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your…
Is ‘Lanterns’ the End of Superhero TV? Plus, ‘Furious’ E5 and the ‘Lioness’ S3 Premiere.
Aug 13, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Chris and Andy preview the forthcoming DCU show ‘Lanterns.’ They talk about the long road to getting the show made and how fewer and fewer superhero TV shows are actually making it to our screens (4:07). Along the way, they react to the first two episodes of ‘The Shards,’ an FX adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's novel (25:48). Later they discuss ‘Furious’ Episode 5 (44:17), then wrap the show with The Watch: After Dark (a.k.a. CR’s thoughts on ‘Lioness’ Season 3) (01:00:45). Subscribe to the Ring…
X-Men Casting Rumors and ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Finale.
Aug 10, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Chris and Andy talk about the X-Men casting rumors and why they’re excited for the upcoming reboot film (7:05). Then they share their thoughts on ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ (19:09). Later, they discuss the ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 finale (44:53). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po…
The Anthony Bourdain Special Episode
Aug 6, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
Chris and Andy take a look back at Anthony Bourdain’s storied career, inspired by the upcoming release of ‘Tony,’ starring Dominic Sessa as the beloved chef. They discuss their personal relationship to Bourdain (and his shows), his outsized culinary influence across television, and the lasting impact of his work (2:34). Later, they put together a list of their favorite episodes from his time on television (40:14). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and…
Summer Mailbag: Bad TV Theme Songs, Historical Events As Miniseries, and Book Recs
Aug 3, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Chris and Andy open up the mailbag to answer listener questions on the ‘Task’ and ‘Mare of Easttown’ shared universe, LeBron James joining the Sixers, the trend of bad TV theme songs, the truth behind the success of ‘Widow’s Bay,’ their favorite books of the year, and much more (5:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn mor…
You Need to be Watching ‘Furious.’ Plus, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Preview
Jul 31, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
Chris and Andy discuss the news that Netflix has acquired the rights to five more years of ‘The Walking Dead’ and what that tells us about the direction the streamer is going in (05:10). Then they do a short preview of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ (20:10), before talking about why you should be watching ‘Furious,’ the new Hulu crime show starring Emmy Rossum and Scoot McNairy (31:38). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris R…
All The News Out of Comic Con, ‘The Agency’ Season 2, and ‘House of the Dragon’ S3E6
Jul 28, 2026 · 1 hr 24 min
Chris and Andy react to the news that LeBron will be coming to the Sixers (0:40). Then they break down all of the news that came out of ComicCon over the weekend including David Jonsson being announced as the new Black Panther (10:42) and the trailers for ‘Lanterns’ (30:20), ‘Neuromancer’ (35:12), and ‘Blade Runner 2029’ (39:34). Then they talk about where ‘The Agency’ succeeded and failed in its second season (45:44) before recapping the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ (01:09:24). Subsc…
‘The Odyssey’ Is the Film Event of the Year. Plus, ‘Resident Evil’ and ‘Clayface’ Trailers.
Jul 23, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Chris and Andy talk about the full trailers for ‘Clayface’ (6:15) and ‘Resident Evil’ (13:51), before addressing the online discourse around ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ (18:20). Then they talk about how the prolific British screenwriter Jez Butterworth may be poised to become the next Taylor Sheridan for Paramount (33:12). Later, they share their thoughts on ‘The Odyssey’ and how the movie has become the summer blockbuster (44:18). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of Th…
Is ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Dead on Arrival? Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 5.
Jul 20, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer (3:49), the news that Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ reboot could premiere in movie theaters (14:49), and the end of Netflix’s biannual viewership reports (18:49). Then they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 5 (33:33) and the release of ‘The Prisoner,’ the 1967 British cult classic on the Criterion Channel (51:10). Later, they react to the rumors that Rachel Cusk’s next novel is about Natalie Portman (01:03:21). Subscribe to…
The Best Shows of the Year (So Far)
Jul 16, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Chris and Andy talk about the trailers for Tony Gilroy’s ‘Behemoth!’ (10:51) and Ryan Murphy’s adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’s novel ‘The Shards’ (16:26). Then they reveal their favorite shows of the year so far, including everything from ‘Industry’ and ‘The Pitt’ to ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ and ‘Beef,' and they reflect on the year in television up until this point (20:09). Later, The Watch: After Dark (0:00). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Wat…
Will Apple Own the Emmys This Year? Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ S3E4 With Joanna Robinson.
Jul 14, 2026 · 50 min
Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about Apple’s surprising Emmy turnout, the Outstanding Drama Series nominations, the state of comedy, and more takeaways from this year’s slate of Emmy nominations (2:50). Then they talk about the surprising lack of summer TV and the potential reasons behind it (20:27). Later, they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 4 (32:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Host: Chris Ryan G…
‘Star City’ Season Finale With Creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert. Plus, Emmy Nominations!
Jul 10, 2026 · 57 min
Andy talks about the most notable surprises and snubs from the 2026 Emmy nominations (2:48). Later, he is joined by ‘Star City’ cocreators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert to discuss why they felt drawn to making a spy drama in the world of ‘For All Mankind,’ how ‘Chernobyl’ influenced the show, shooting in Eastern Europe, and more (19:06). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Host: Andy Greenwald Guests: Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert Producer…
The Best ‘House of the Dragon’ Episode Yet? Plus, ‘Star City’ Episode 7.
Jul 6, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Chris and Andy talk about the World Cup match between England and Mexico (1:10) and the ways the World Cup may be affecting the box office performance of movies like ‘Minions & Monsters’ (8:32). Then they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 3 (17:13) and ‘Star City’ Episode 7 (38:47). Later, they check back in on ‘The Agency’ Season 2 (52:20). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producer…
‘The Bear’ Clocks Out. Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 2 and ‘Star City’ Episode 6.
Jun 29, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Chris and Andy talk about ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 2 (8:19). Then they break down the rest of ‘The Bear’ Season 5 and share their feelings on the series as a whole (34:38). Later, they discuss ‘Star City’ Episode 6 (01:07:41). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Jason Arreola The Ringer is committed to responsible tr…
‘The Bear’ Season 5, Episodes 1-3 and ‘The Agency’ Season 2 Premiere. Plus, the State of Comic Book Movies.
Jun 25, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Chris and Andy talk about the widely negative critical response to ‘Supergirl’ and what it says about the state of comic book movies (3:22). Then, inspired by the full season releases of both ‘The Bear’ and ‘The Agency,’ they talk about how the binge-drop model affects each show (21:59). Later, they discuss the first episode of ‘The Agency’ Season 2 (34:29) and the first three episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 5 (46:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch…
‘House of the Dragon’ Is Back. Was It Worth the Wait? Plus, ‘Star City’ Episode 5.
Jun 22, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Chris and Andy talk about their feelings around ‘Toy Story 5’ (7:44) and the somewhat surprising cancellation of Netflix’s ‘The Boroughs’ (13:59). Then they break down the ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 premiere (28:36). Later, they discuss ‘Star City’ Episode 5 (55:43). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (01:05:11). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional V…
‘Widow’s Bay’ Season 1 Finale With Creator Katie Dippold and Director Hiro Murai. Plus, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Trailer.
Jun 18, 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ trailer (2:10), before diving into the ‘Widow’s Bay' finale (15:47). Then they are joined by series creator Katie Dippold and multi-episode director Hiro Murai to discuss the ‘Widow’s Bay’ finale, the origin of the script, marrying comedy with horror, deepening the island’s lore, and so much more (31:20). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald G…
Where Are All the Good Summer TV Shows? Plus, the ‘Lioness’ S3 Teaser and ‘Star City’ Episode 4.
Jun 15, 2026 · 58 min
Chris and Andy talk about the busy weekend in sports, from the many World Cup games to the Knicks winning the Finals (2:43), before reacting to the ‘Lioness’ Season 3 teaser (12:34). Then they discuss what is shaping up to be a late-summer TV drought and why the Emmys' disproportionate influence on the calendar may be causing it (20:32). Finally, inspired by Andy’s experience watching ‘Weapons,’ (28:47) Chris gives him a handful of horror-adjacent recs (36:33). Finally, they break down ‘Star Cit…
Gail Simmons on the ‘Top Chef’ Season 23 Finale! Plus, ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 9.
Jun 11, 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
Andy opens by reacting to the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 release date (3:59), the announcement of ‘Tucci in Great Britain’ (5:22), and the phenomenon behind ‘The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act’ (7:52). Then he and Chris discuss the penultimate episode of ‘Widow’s Bay’ and why it felt like a tonal shift for the series (15:39). Later, Andy is joined by ‘Top Chef’ host and executive producer Gail Simmons to talk about the Season 23 finale (32:55). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here f…
Apple Owns TV Right Now. Is That a Good Thing? Plus, ‘Cape Fear’ Series Premiere and ‘Star City’ Episode 3.
Jun 8, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Chris and Andy talk about the Knicks' historic playoff run ahead of Game 3 (3:46) before recommending a pair of documentaries in Netflix’s ‘Marty, Life Is Short’ (8:18) and HBO’s ‘The Dark Wizard’ (13:26). Then they discuss the recent abundance of Apple TV shows and what it says about the state of streaming television (15:51). Later, they break down the ‘Cape Fear’ series premiere (22:27) and ‘Star City’ Episode 3 (49:56). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The…
Is ‘Widow’s Bay’ Too Good? Plus ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ and ‘Top Chef’
Jun 4, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
(00:00) Chris and Andy talk about the latest media shake ups at 60 Minutes before discussing what movies like ‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’ might say about TV’s own need for fresh voices (09:33). Then they play a ‘Star City’ inspired game (18:55) about alternate POV spinoffs. Later, they break down the latest episode of ‘Widow’s Bay’ (30:19), check in on ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ (46:11), and share their thoughts on the penultimate episode of ‘Top Chef’ season 23 (01:07:04). Subscribe to the R…
‘Euphoria’ and ‘Hacks’ Say Goodbye. Plus, ‘Star City’ Takes Off.
Jun 2, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
(00:00) Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Euphoria’ series finale (02:22) and the choices behind Rue’s ending. Then they discuss the finale of ‘Hacks’ (49:47) and how its ending differs from Euphoria’s much darker sendoff. Later, they break down ‘Star City’ (01:02:27), the new For All Mankind spinoff, and why it’s one of the most exciting shows they’ve seen in a while. Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwa…
‘Spider-Noir’ Is Unsure of Itself. Plus, ‘Widow’s Bay’ E6-7, ‘Euphoria’ S3E7, and ‘Top Chef’ S23E12.
May 28, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
Chris and Andy talk about the controversy surrounding ‘MobLand’ (8:12) and their anticipation for the upcoming second seasons of ‘The Agency’ (15:43) and ‘Sugar’ (20:09). Then they discuss ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episodes 6-7 and the growing excitement around the show (25:26). Later, they react to the series premiere of ‘Spider-Noir,’ a superhero period drama starring Nicolas Cage (46:27). Finally, they touch on the penultimate episode of ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 (01:07:27) before breaking down ‘Top Chef’ S23E…
‘Survivor’ Season 50 Finale, ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 5, and All-Time Episodic Runs With Joanna Robinson
May 22, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to react to the ‘Survivor’ Season 50 finale and their thoughts on the season as a whole (2:56), before talking about the first two episodes of ‘The Boroughs,’ a Netflix sci-fi show produced by The Duffer Brothers (28:04). Later, they discuss ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 5 (28:04) and then, inspired by a stellar three-episode run of the show, talk about some of their favorite three-episode runs in TV history (38:29). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for…
10 Things We Like (and Don’t Like) About ‘Euphoria’ This Season. Plus, “The Feed Is Fake” With Lane Brown.
May 18, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Chris talks about what’s new on TV this week (1:25), before briefly reacting to the ‘Lanterns’ trailer (3:01). Then he breaks down ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 6 by way of a Zach Lowe-esque 10 Things list (4:27). Later, he is joined by Lane Brown, a feature writer for New York Magazine, to talk about his piece “The Feed Is Fake,” which unpacks how stealth marketing campaigns are powering the hype behind some of pop culture’s most viral moments (26:01). The Feed Is Fake by Lane Brown Subscribe to…
Creator Eric Kripke on Ending ‘The Boys.’ Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 10 and ‘East of Eden’ Trailer.
May 14, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
Andy and Kaya talk about the trailer for Netflix’s upcoming ‘East of Eden’ adaptation starring Florence Pugh (6:32), Jodie Comer being the lead of Damon Lindelof’s next HBO series (13:24), and the extended hiatus between seasons of ‘Ahsoka’ and ‘The Terminal List’ (16:48). Then they react to ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 10 (30:34). Later, Andy is joined by ‘The Boys’ series creator Eric Kripke to discuss what originally drew him to the material, writing that main character’s death in the penult…
‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 5 and the ‘Cape Fear’ Trailer. Plus, Why ‘Legends’ Is Crime Drama Excellence.
May 11, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for Apple TV’s ‘Cape Fear’ (4:43); A24's ‘Crystal Lake,’ a ‘Friday the 13th’ prequel series, getting a release date; and how streamers are still recycling known IP for new TV shows (16:02). Then they make the case for why you should be watching ‘Legends,’ a Netflix crime drama from the creator of ‘The Gold’ (26:27). Later, they discuss ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 5 (38:58). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (01:00:36). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channe…
‘The Bear’ Drops a Secret Episode! Plus, ‘Widow’s Bay’ E3 and ‘Top Chef’ S23E9.
May 7, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Chris and Andy talk about the trailers released this week for 'Tony,' the Anthony Bourdain biopic from A24 starring Dominic Sessa (2:23), and Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ (12:05). Then they react to ‘Gary,’ the surprise prequel episode of ‘The Bear,’ starring and co-written by Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jon Bernthal (18:27). Later, they discuss ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 3 (46:01) and ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 9 (51:43). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Wa…
‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 4 and ‘Star Wars’ Streaming Numbers. Plus, Pitching Literary Classics as TV Shows.
May 4, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Chris and Andy talk about the recent ‘Star Wars’ viewership data on Disney+ and what it says about the state of that IP (7:19). Then they pitch unadapted literary classics as contemporary TV shows, inspired by the release of Netflix’s ‘Lord of the Flies’ (29:25). Later, they discuss ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 4 (45:31). Finally, they react to the 76ers’ Game 7 win over the Celtics (0:00). Modern Library’s 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for f…
‘Widow’s Bay’ Is One of Apple’s Boldest Swings Yet. Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Restaurant Wars.
Apr 30, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Laura Dern is replacing Helena Bonham Carter in ‘The White Lotus’ Season 4 (9:15), Yung Lean’s dazzling new music video (4:08), and the updated box office tracking of ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ (16:31). Then, they discuss the first two episodes of ‘Widow’s Bay,’ the Apple TV series starring Matthew Rhys, and highlight how the show seamlessly balances elements of horror and comedy (19:32). Later, they react to ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 8 (57:02). Finally…
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