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Sometimes, there’s a man…well, he’s the man for his time and place. He fits right in there. And that man is Jeff Bridges, who is downright one of the most chill actors in movie history, exuding a calm, Lebowski-esque way about life that can only come naturally. But that can hit the gutter in this unpredictable life, as it did when Jeff Bridges announced in 2020 that he had been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a form of cancer.

Thankfully, Jeff Bridges’ cancer went into remission the following year, allowing Bridges to not only press on with his life but learn just how special that time was. Appearing on the red carpet at the CMAs, Bridges told Entertainment Tonight, “I’m feeling good! Glad to have it in the rearview mirror but I’m feeling good. That’s a whole subject…Funny to say it but it was wonderful in a way…...

If the 2025 Golden Globes TV nominations were announced today, what would Gold Derby predict as the nominees and winners? Our predictions center officially opened on Sept. 3, 2024, and already more than 1,600 people have made their television forecasts in the 11 categories for series (drama/comedy/limited) and acting (lead/supporting). So who’s out front to claim this year’s trophies, according to Gold Derby’s Golden Globe TV predictions 2025?

Below, see a snapshot in time of our racetrack odds for the 82nd annual ceremony, updated on Nov. 20, 2024. See how the odds and rankings have changed over time by examining our previous Golden Globe TV snapshots on Oct. 30, Nov. 6, and Nov. 13.

Now expected to receive a nomination since the last update: Cooper Koch for “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” in Best Limited/Movie Actor. Currently, the Netflix program is also expected to receive a bid in Best Limited Series/TV Movie.

FX has been churning out a lot of original scripted series. Some have been hits while many others have not. Which will be cancelled and which will be renewed? Stay tuned!

Scripted FX shows listed: American Crime Story, American Horror Story, The Americans, Anger Management, Archer, Atlanta, Baskets, The Bastard Executioner, Better Things, Breeders, The Bridge, The Comedians, Fargo, Feud, Fosse/Verdon, Justified, Justified: City Primeval, Legion, Louie, Married, Mayans Mc, Mr Inbetween, The Old Man, Partners, Pose, Saint George, Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll, Snowfall, Sons of Anarchy, The Strain, Taboo, Trust, Tyrant, and What We Do In The Shadows.

Last update: The most recent ratings added for What We Do In The Shadows.

There's a lot of data that FX execs look at when deciding whether to renew or cancel a TV series but ratings are a major factor. Here's an updated listing of all of...

Exclusive: Paramount has preemptively acquired Two Truths and a Lie, a horror novella from Sarah Pinsker, enlisting Javier Gullón (Enemy) to adapt it for the big screen.

While plot details for the film are being kept under wraps, the novella tells the story of Stella, who was sure she’d made it up — a strange childhood memory of a local TV show with a disturbing host that she and the neighborhood kids supposedly appeared on. But when her old friend and even her mom confirm it happened, she’s left questioning why she has no memory of it. As she begins unraveling the truth behind the broadcast and its lingering presence in her town, the mystery becomes darker and more disturbing.

Walter Hamada will produce via his 18hz production company, as part of his first-look deal with the studio. 18hz’s Nathan Samdahl brought the project in and will oversee for the company,...

In this week’s episode of The Discourse, host Mike DeAngelo suspects something is not what it seems when discussing “Magpie.” The thriller follows a couple who find their lives turned upside-down when their daughter is cast in a film alongside a controversial major star. The Sam Yates-directed film stars Daisy Ridley, Shazad Latif, Matilda Lutz, Pippa Bennett-Warner, and more.

Read More: ‘Conclave’: John Lithgow Talks About His Catholic Thriller, ‘The Old Man’ & More [The Discourse Podcast]

Producer and star Daisy Ridley joins the podcast to discuss her new film, which, as it turns out, was her original idea that she then shared with her screenwriter husband, Tom Bateman.

Continue reading ‘Magpie’: Daisy Ridley Discusses Her Tense Marriage Thriller, ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Spaceballs 2’ and More [The Discourse Podcast] at The Playlist.

If the 2025 Golden Globes TV nominations were announced today, what would Gold Derby predict as the nominees and winners? Our predictions center officially opened on September 3, 2024 and already more than 1,500 people have made their television forecasts in the 11 categories for series (drama/comedy/limited) and acting (lead/supporting). So who’s out front to claim this year’s trophies, according to Gold Derby’s Golden Globe TV predictions 2025?

Below, see a snapshot in time of our racetrack odds for the 82nd annual ceremony, updated on Nov. 13, 2024. See how the odds and rankings have changed over time by examining our previous Golden Globe TV snapshots on Oct. 30 and Nov. 6.

Now expected to receive a nomination since the last update: “Nobody Wants This,” Netflix’s rom-com about an agnostic woman and an unconventional rabbi, in the categories of Best Comedy Series and Best TV Comedy Actress for Kristen Bell. Also, Emmy nominee...

Cypriot filmmaker Stelana Kliris, who topped Netflix’ global charts earlier this year with “Find Me Falling,” is now underway on her next feature, having lined up an international lead cast.

Based on Kliris’ own screenplay, “Apart from Her” is described as a “drama with the pace and tension of a thriller.” Set in 1974, the story follows a young woman who flees war-torn Cyprus for apartheid South Africa through an arranged marriage. After befriending a local woman who harbours her own dark secret, hidden truths surface, forcing love and prejudice to collide.

The film will be led by Palestinian actress Leem Lubany, best known for 2013’s Oscar-nominated “Omar” and the Emmy nominated “The Old Man.” Lubany will be joined by Luke Pasqualino, whose credits include “The Musketeers” and recent Jilly Cooper adaptation “Rivals,” and Girley Jazama, whose performance in “Under The Hanging Tree,” Namibia’s first submission for the Oscars, earned...

This week's double guest blessed episode of the Pilot TV podcast is one that we can all well and truly abide by — mostly because The Dude himself joins us on the show! That's right, following recent health concerns, Mr Jeff Bridges is back fighting fit and on top form in the newly dropped second season of The Old Man on Disney+, and he stopped by to chat about the show, about life these days, and about reflecting on one of the great Hollywood careers with our very own old man Boyd Hilton [27:27 — 41:14 approx]. And as if that wasn't enough Dudeliness for you, we're also joined this week by another fine dude in the form of Steve Zahn, who chats to our resident Silo nut James Dyer about Season 2 of Apple TV+'s smash hit sci-fi series [1:06:26 — 1:20:50 approx], which arrives on the streamer this week.

Back in the podbooth, James, Boyd, and Kay Ribeiro dive into a,...

Monday night is looking pretty good for late-night TV fans. Jeff Bridges, the one and only Dude, will be on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” With the recent season finale of FX’s “The Old Man” still fresh in viewers’ minds, it’s a good bet they’ll discuss the show’s second season, and maybe even get a hint about […]

Jeff Bridges, William Stanford Davis, and Sting Heading to “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”...

‘Yellowstone’ and other Taylor Sheridan titles air on Paramount Network, but which live TV streaming service is best for watching the channel?

Paramount Network is completely a indispensable channel for fans of Taylor Sheridan’s work. The channel frequently airs episodes of Sheridan’s streaming-first shows like “Lioness,” and is the exclusive TV home of new episodes of “Yellowstone,” the show that vaulted Sheridan into writing superstardom. Paramount Network is available on a high number of live TV streaming services, but which one is best for watching the channel? The Streamable will rank our favorites below!

Which Streamers Are Best for Watching Paramount Network?

How to Stream Paramount Network

Top Choice: Philo

Best Alternative: Directv Stream

A Service with Extras: Hulu + Live TV

A Winner for Sports Fans: Fubo

Another Cheap Choice: Sling TV

Last Choice: YouTube TV

How to Stream Paramount Network

As mentioned, Paramount Network is widely available on popular live TV services.

If the 2025 Golden Globes TV nominations were announced today, what would Gold Derby predict as the nominees and winners? Our predictions center officially opened on September 3, 2024 and already more than 1,400 people have made their television forecasts in the 11 categories for series (drama/comedy/limited) and acting (lead/supporting). So who’s out front to claim this year’s trophies, according to Gold Derby’s Golden Globe TV predictions 2025?

Below, see a snapshot in time of our racetrack odds for the 82nd annual ceremony, updated on November 6, 2024. See how the odds and rankings have changed over time by examining our previous Golden Globe TV snapshot on October 30.

Now expected to receive a nomination since the last update: Kathy Bates (“Matlock”) in Best TV Drama Actress, Josh Andres Rivera (“American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez”) in Best Limited/Movie Actor, and Cristin Milioti (“The Penguin”) in Best Limited/Movie Actress. Also of note this week,...

This week's episode of the Pilot TV Podcast is a real diamond — or, to be more accurate, a real Crystal. That's right folks, legendary funnyman Billy Crystal is on the show chatting to our resident comedy expert James Dyer about Apple TV+ supernatural mystery series Before, which is... well, not a comedy. But they do chat about Friends, the evolution of sitcoms, and much more in an expansive chat [1:02:20 — approx]. And as if that weren't treat enough, we also have another couple of gems with us on the pod this week in the shape of Eddie Redmayne and Lashana Lynch, the stars of Sky's new adaptation of the Frederick Forsyth's 1971 'analogue spycraft' classic novel The Day Of The Jackal. They sat down with our very own international man of mystery Boyd Hilton to discuss the show, assassins' work-life balance, six packs, and, er, Strictly Come Dancing [21:00 — 35:12 approx].

Elsewhere, back in the podbooth James,...

The run-up to Halloween is peak spooky season, and this week’s Samba TV Weekly Wrap Report proves that streaming audiences are flocking to scary fare. Yet despite an influx of horror flicks, thrillers, and serial killer content, none of it can scare “The Penguin” out of the top spot.

Collin Farrell’s turn as Gotham City’s bird-like crime boss has held the top spot for six consecutive weeks and shows no sign of stopping, with two more episodes to go in the Max/HBO series.

Now, let’s count the creepies. “Woman of the Hour,” in second place again this week, tells the how-can-this-be-real-life story of serial killer Rodney Alcala appearing as a contestant on “The Dating Game” in the 1970s. Newcomer “Don’t Move” is No. 4 this week, with 1.1 million households watching the Netflix horror movie in the first three days it was available.

Director M. Night Shyamalan,...

If the 2025 Golden Globes TV nominations were announced today, what would Gold Derby predict as the nominees and winners? Our predictions center officially opened on September 3, 2024 and already more than 1,300 people have made their television forecasts in the 11 categories for series (drama/comedy/limited) and acting (lead/supporting). So who’s out front to claim this year’s trophies, according to Gold Derby’s Golden Globe TV predictions 2025?

Below, see a snapshot in time of our racetrack odds for the 82nd annual ceremony, updated on October 30, 2024. How many of this year’s Golden Globe trophies will go to contenders who just prevailed at the 2024 Emmy Awards? As a reminder, Emmy’s trio of series champs were “Shōgun” for drama, “Hacks” for comedy, and “Baby Reindeer” for limited, and now all three are also predicted to triumph at the Globes.

See Make your Golden Globe predictions right now — it’s fun and easy!

The second adaptation of Frederick Forsyth’s novel will be a 10-episode miniseries.

Everyone loves a lone assassin up against the world. From James Bond to “The Old Man,” the format seems to work. And so, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Peacock is throwing their hat in the ring with the miniseries, “The Day of the Jackal.” This reimagining of Frederick Forsyth’s novel of the same name, which also spawned the 1973 movie, stars Eddie Redmayne in the lead role as the enigmatic assassin known simply as “The Jackal.” Here’s everything you need to know about the 10-episode series, debuting Thursday, Nov. 14 on Peacock.

Everything You Need to Know About ‘The Day of the Jackal’:

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After seven episodes of cross-continental family drama, globetrotting espionage, and political conspiracies, the second season of FX’s thriller series, The Old Man, comes to a satisfactory ending, which sets the stage for the upcoming season in a significant way. Both Suleyman Pavlovich and Harold’s wife, Marion, were revealed to be part of the secretive global cartel that wants to take over the rare earth mineral deposits across the world, specifically in countries with whom the USA and UK have strained relations. Suleyman was responsible for Morgan Bote’s murder, a piece of information that Harold used to convince Bote’s hitman, Carson, to help Zoe by offering him immunity in exchange. Pavlovich had set his sights on the Meshbahar lithium reserve and had Farhaz Hamzad’s lawyer, Nina Kruger, murdered in his effort to obtain it and send Russian mercs to Hamzad’s village to kill Parwana/Emily as well.

Starring Jeff Bridges, John Lithgow, and Alia Shawkat, the hit espionage drama thriller “The Old Man” finally returns for a second season. Originally conceived of as a miniseries before being extended to two seasons (Bridges’ diagnosis of lymphoma and his cancer treatment might have been a motivating factor), the production for season 2 started in February 2022 before being halted in May 2023 due to the WGA strikes before finally resuming after the strikes had been lifted. Now season 2 returns, and while in reality and narratively, time has passed, the show itself hasn’t lost much of a beat. On the contrary, it might have tightened its focus slightly.

The Old Man (Season 2) ‘Episode 1 – VIII’ Recap: How much time has passed between the first two seasons?

The episode opens with Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) and Harold Harper (John Lithgow) being smuggled into Afghanistan on the back of a truck. The relationship between the...

Warning: The following story contains spoilers from “The Old Man” Season 2, Episode 8.

The second season of FX’s “The Old Man” may have ended on a truly jaw-dropping power flip, but for series developer and executive producer Jonathan E. Steinberg, it was “a long time coming.”

Season 2 revolved around saving Angela/Emily (Alia Shawkat), a goal that required Chase (Jeff Bridges) to team up with his former partner-turned-rival Harper (John Lithgow) to rescue the woman they both see as a daughter. That journey forced them to put their differences aside and travel to Afghanistan. But as Angela/Emily spent more time in the country, she learned that her real father was actually Faraz Hamzad (Navid Negahban). In the process, she embraced her new identity and discovered her heritage, becoming Parwana Hamzad.

The season ended in a complete upset. In order to ensure Parwana’s safe return to America, Harper partnered with his ex-wife,...

The exciting events presented during The Old Man season 2’s ending, make it absolutely certain that a 3rd season will be required to continue the story, with no concrete resolution on the horizon just yet. Although FX is yet to confirm whether it intends to continue with The Old Man as of now, the makers most definitely have plans to take it further. Season 2’s ending places Emily Chase, brilliantly played by Alia Shawkat, in total control of the situation, even displaying her strength against the character of the veteran Jeff Bridges, Dan Chase. It is seemingly possible that Emily will take center stage in the season that follows, so in this brief article, we’ll discuss the possible fates of the characters we have grown so close to.

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How Will Season 3 Put Dan Chase In Much More Discomfort?

The very introduction of Dan Chase in season 1 had...

In this week’s episode of The Discourse, host Mike DeAngelo has a crisis of faith while discussing Focus Features‘ “Conclave.” The film follows a Cardinal tasked with leading one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope when he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church. The Edward Berger (“All Quiet on the Western Front”) film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini, Carlos Diehz, and more.

Continue reading ‘Conclave’: John Lithgow Talks About His Catholic Thriller, ‘The Old Man’ & More [The Discourse Podcast] at The Playlist.

FX’s thriller drama series The Old Man finally winds up its 2nd season with a number of explosive developments after an already intense season that took us across the world. Opening in Afghanistan, season 2 of the series took us back to the USA before splitting its characters’ paths between the UK and Hong Kong, as Dan Chase and Harold Harper gave their all to protect Emily Chase, or Angela Adams. The woman, however, assumed her real identity, Parwana Hamzad, in this season and took control of her biological father’s village back in Afghanistan in an effort to protect the villagers. The Old Man season 2 finale, episode 8, resolves each of the plot lines as we learn of the fates of Emily, Harold, and Dan.

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How did Emily take control of the Meshbahar deposit?

The Old Man season 2 episode 8 begins in Faraz Hamzad’s small village community in the deserts of Afghanistan,...

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FX's The Old Man just aired its highly-anticipated season 2 finale, which culminated the high stakes of espionage and twists we've been following throughout the season.

Last week's penultimate episode ended with a major cliffhanger as Dan Chase was seemingly left for dead. It made viewers wonder if it was the demise of the show's leading character.

Dan Chase Survives The Old Man Season 2 Finale

The season 2 finale of The Old Man addressed the cliffhanger surrounding the fate of Dan Chase.

Fortunately, Zoe managed to find Chase, who had been left for dead by Pavlovich’s men. She revived him through CPR and an antidote provided by Julian and took him to a safe house to recuperate.

It was also revealed that Chase's daughter Emily is still alive as she was able to negotiate with her...

[This story contains major spoilers from the season two finale of The Old Man.]

In the world of espionage, one could say nothing is ever as it seems. And that notion definitely proved true in the season two finale of The Old Man, which aired Thursday night on FX.

Last week’s episode found Emily Chase/Angela Adams’ (Alia Shawkat) father, former CIA agent Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges), and her surrogate father, former FBI assistant director Harold Harper (John Lithgow), gallivanting around the globe to avenge the then-believed death of their beloved daughter by Russian mercenaries who are part of an international cartel in Afghanistan trying to take control of a mega-wealthy lithium deposit owned by a small tribal community.

The community’s chief was a man named Faraz Hamzad (Navid Negahban), who happened to be Emily’s real father. Emily, now going by her birth name Parwana Hamzad, was taken away as a child by her mother to grow up...

Spoiler Alert: The following interview contains spoilers from “Xv,” the Season 2 finale of “The Old Man,” now streaming on Hulu.

There was no tying things up in a neat bow on Thursday’s finale of FX’s “The Old Man,” which wrapped up the drama’s thrilling second season with a cliffhanger hinting at things to come.

That doesn’t mean there wasn’t some resolution in “Xv,” such as former CIA operative Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) escaping death after girlfriend Zoe (Amy Brenneman) reached him in time to administer an antidote needed to stop a deadly virus he’d been exposed to earlier. Once in a safe house to recover with Zoe watching over him, Chase was also reunited with his presumed-dead daughter Emily (Alia Shawkat), who opened up the story for would make up the show’s third season.

Amy Brenneman as Zoe McDonald, Jeff Bridges as Dan...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for The Old Man Season 2, Episode 8, “Xv.”] The Old Man may have hinted at Dan Chase’s (Jeff Bridges) demise at the end of Season 2’s penultimate episode, but the finale proved the former CIA agent has some life in him yet as he was saved by love Zoe (Amy Brenneman) and brought to a safe house for recovery after being injected with a deadly poison. In the thrilling episode, Zoe teams up with Morgan Boat’s (Joel Grey) hired hitman Julian (Gbenga Akinnagbe) to help eliminate Russian power player Suleyman Pavlovich (Rade Serbedzija) and locate Dan, who had been targeted by the man. Managing to kill Pavlovich and secure Dan’s location, Zoe rushes off to inject him with an antidote and bring him to safety. Chuck Hodes / FX When Dan awakens in a safe house to find Zoe and himself intact, as Bridges tells TV Insider, Dan faces “a...

The clock is ticking as The Old Man wraps up its second season on FX, with Dan Chase’s life hanging in the balance.

As Thursday’s finale kicks off, Chase is in dire need of an antidote after being poisoned, while Harper just discovered that Marion wants to convert Emily into a Chinese asset… and oh yeah, Emily is alive after all. We see her side of her phone call with Chase when he thought she died, with Russian mercenaries storming in and shooting Hamzad’s sister dead. Emily offers to give them what they want on Hamzad, and...

The Old Man Season 2 is coming to an end on Thursday (October 24), so naturally, fans are curious whether the show will extend for a third season.

The hit FX drama follows a former CIA veteran who is pulled back into the game of international espionage after he receives word of his daughter potentially missing.

Now, stars of the series are speaking out and one has provided an update.

Keep reading to find out more…

As of right now, The Old Man has not yet been officially renewed, but there is a potentially big update.

In a recent appearance on Playlist’s Bingeworthy podcast, The Old Man actress Amy Brenneman said: “I don’t know if there we don’t know if there’s gonna be a Season 3, but it would be kind of odd if there wasn’t just the way we [ended] with Season 2. But I know [Jonathan E.] Steinberg always saw this as a…...

Labels like “comedy” and “drama” are fundamentally meaningless — except when it comes to TV awards, when the distinction can mean the difference between win and lose or a nomination and a snub. That’s why the denizens of Hollywood, eager to buck tradition and format for the sake of art most of the year, tend to lose their shit around Emmy season.

The annual debate resurfaced this past summer when The Bear scored 23 Emmy nominations and broke 30 Rock’s record for the most for a comedy in a single season. The genre, after all, was long-dominated by sitcoms — Frasier being the all-time Emmy with 37 wins, followed closely by The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Cheers. And while there’s no arguing that The Bear is an incredibly well-made piece of television, as evidenced by the eventual 11 wins in a diverse pool of categories, it’s not exactly brimming with levity.

The intense character-driven crime and espionage series wraps up this week, but there’s plenty of other shows to watch next.

After a thrilling Season 2, “The Old Man” finally gets a chance to rest. The hit FX spy drama series, starring Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow, will wrap up its second season this Thursday, Oct. 24 with the episode available to stream the following day, and everything is on the line after Chase (Bridges) has been taken captive, Zoe (Amy Brenneman) leads his rescue mission, and Harper (Lithgow) must fight his past.

But once the dust settles on the sophomore season’s reckonings and revelations, the chase doesn’t have to end here. For more mystery and international thrills after Thursday’s finale, check out The Streamable’s recommendations for what to watch next!

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It appears we’ve reached the season finale of The Old Man’s second season, and based on the scant description, things are not looking particularly rosy for our characters. Zoe (Amy Brenneman) finds herself in the unenviable position of having to save Chase’s (Jeff Bridges) life. Meanwhile, Harper (John Lithgow), has made a misstep. This is […]

The Old Man: Xv – Season 2 Finale...

Offscreen, Hollywood icons Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow share a tremendous respect for one another. But onscreen, at least in FX’s fast-paced thriller The Old Man, it’s a different story: There’s a playful animosity between their characters, Dan Chase (Bridges) and Harold Harper (Lithgow), old friends turned enemies turned reluctant partners in what looks like their final mission. Season 2 — which comes to a dramatic conclusion in the October 24th episode — has seen Bridges, 74, and Lithgow, 78, getting beat down and dirtied up and, of course, doing a lot of bickering. “I think there’s always been that kind of friction between them, even though they’ve been inseparable friends in many ways,” Lithgow says. “Just like Jeff and I are very different, I think Chase and Harold are very different, and they rub each other the wrong way. In this case, there are huge stakes involved.” Chuck Hodes/FX Still,...

The Old Man Season 3 was given a hopeful release update from one of its biggest stars. 

Starring Hollywood icon Jeff Bridges, the hit FX drama follows a former CIA veteran who is pulled back into the game of international espionage after he receives word of his daughter potentially missing. 

The Old Man Season 2, which was largely filmed in the Californian desert, recently ended, yet no plans for a potential third have been made public. 

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With over 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.

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In this week’s episode of ⁠Bingeworthy⁠, our TV and streaming podcast host, Mike DeAngelo, ignores all training and ethics when discussing “Shrinking.” The Apple TV+ series follows a grieving therapist who decides to “Jimmy” his way into his patients’ lives. The hilarious and heartfelt series stars Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams, Michael Urie, Luke Tennie, Ted McGinley, Christa Miller, and more.

Read More: ‘The Old Man’: Jeff Bridges & Amy Brenneman Discuss Their Spy Drama, ‘Tron: Ares’, ‘Heat’ & More [Bingeworthy Podcast]

Joining Bingeworthy to discuss season 2 of the hit comedy series are two of the show’s co-creators and producers, Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence.

Continue reading ‘Shrinking’: Jason Segel & Bill Lawrence Discuss Their Heartfelt Season 2 Comedy, Working with Harrison Ford, ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.

FX’s action thriller series The Old Man prepares us for its season 2 finale with this week’s episode 7, although it also stretches its plot too thin in the process, making it almost unconvincing. Despite all its attempts to prove otherwise, The Old Man has always been a rather usual American thriller, and so its stretches should not come as a surprise either. The ending of season 2, episode 6, had left Dan Chase poisoned, as he had breathed in some neurotoxin at Nina Kruger’s house and had to let himself be apprehended by the Russians, who had the only antidote. On the other side, Harold Harper had just found out that his ex-wife, Marion, had been involved with Suleyman Pavlovich in some professional manner, and so he naturally started seeking answers in that regard. The Old Man episode 7 deals with both these developments and more, setting up for a grand season finale next week.

On Thursday October 17 2024, FX broadcasts The Old Man!

Xiv Season 2 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Old Man,” titled “Xiv,” promises to be packed with tension and high stakes. In this episode, Chase finds himself in a dangerous situation as he is taken captive by Suleyman Pavlovich. This unexpected turn of events puts Chase in a position where he must risk everything to save Zoe. The emotional weight of this mission is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Meanwhile, Harper faces his own challenges. He must travel to the opposite end of the earth to confront his past. This journey is not just a physical one; it is also a deep dive into his history and the choices he has made. As Harper grapples with his past, viewers can expect to see a blend of action and introspection that adds depth to his character.

The excitement builds as “The Old Man” returns for Season 2, Episode 8, titled “Xv.” This gripping episode promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats as the stakes have never been higher. With the clock ticking, Zoe finds herself in a race against time to save Chase’s life. The tension between the characters intensifies, showcasing the deep connections and the lengths they will go to protect one another.

Meanwhile, Harper faces a critical moment of his own. A misstep puts him in a dangerous situation, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability. The intertwining stories of Zoe and Harper highlight the complexities of their relationships and the challenges they must overcome. As the episode unfolds, the audience can expect thrilling twists and emotional moments that will resonate long after the credits roll.

Set to air on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 10:00 Pm on FX, “Xv” is poised to deliver...

In the seventh episode of The Old Man’s second season, Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) finds himself in a perilous situation as he is taken captive by Suleyman Pavlovich (Rade Serbedzija). Despite the danger, Chase remains determined to save Zoe (Amy Brenneman), no matter the cost. Meanwhile, Harper (John Lithgow) confronts his past as he travels […]

The Old Man: Xiv...

On Thursday’s Live with Kelly and Mark, Amy Brenneman returns to chat about her role in the FX series The Old Man. Actress Yvonne Strahovski will also stop by to discuss her latest series Tea Cup. The episode includes another edition of viewer bargains with lifestyle expert Monica Mangin. Plus a look ahead to Friday’s […]

Live with Kelly and Mark: Amy Brenneman, Yvonne Strahovski...

FX’s hilarious new comedy “English Teacher” has sadly come to the end of its first season. The half-hour comedy is one of the most critically acclaimed new shows of the year, and frankly, we’re not surprised. From a cult classic YouTube series to skits that would make “SNL” envious to an unexpected social media breakout, star and creator Brian Jordan Alvarez has demonstrated a unique comedic voice.

Read More: “The Old Man” Review: Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow grapple with fatherhood pain and identity in searingly emotional season 2

Set in contemporary Austin, “English Teacher” finds Alvarez playing Evan, a thirtysomething educator attempting to understand his Gen Z students and often realizing he isn’t “with it” anymore.

Continue reading ‘English Teacher’ Season Finale: Brian Jordan Alvarez On Evan’s Surprising Choice at The Playlist.

The FX action thriller series The Old Man takes a resolute step towards solving multiple mysteries in season 2 episode 6, as we learn about the main intentions behind the attack on Faraz Hamzad’s village in Afghanistan. In the previous episode, Harold Harper and Dan Chase figured out from Emily’s phone call that the terrorists attacking the village were not members of the Taliban but Russian enforcers, making it evident that Suleyman Pavlovich was definitely behind the operation. Harold also learned that Morgan Bote had used his phone right when the gunmen entered his house, and the ex-fbi agent now tracks down the recipient of Bote’s final message. On the other side, Dan and Zoe fly to London to meet Hamzad’s lawyer, Nina Kruger, knowing that the woman can tell them more about this international conspiracy.

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Who had Bote sent his last message to?

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On Thursday October 10 2024, FX broadcasts The Old Man!

Xiii Season 2 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode titled “Xiii” of “The Old Man” promises to be an exciting installment for fans of the series. In this episode, Chase and Zoe find themselves in a challenging situation as they work to track down Hamzad’s lawyer in London. The stakes are high, and the duo must navigate the complexities of the city while searching for crucial information that could impact their mission.

Meanwhile, Harper faces his own set of challenges. He must recruit an unlikely partner to assist him in his endeavors. This twist adds an interesting dynamic to the story, as viewers will be curious to see who Harper chooses and how this partnership will unfold. The episode is likely to explore themes of trust and collaboration, showcasing how unexpected alliances can form in difficult times.

With the blend of suspense and character development,...

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 10:00 Pm, FX will air an intense new episode of The Old Man titled “Xiv.” In this gripping installment, viewers will witness Chase facing an unimaginable situation as he is taken captive by the formidable Suleyman Pavlovich. With Zoe’s safety on the line, Chase risks everything to save her, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Meanwhile, Harper’s journey takes him to the opposite end of the earth as he confronts his past. This trip promises to reveal deep-seated secrets and personal demons, adding layers to Harper’s character and his complex history. The contrast between Chase’s urgent mission and Harper’s introspective journey creates a powerful narrative that explores themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and redemption.

As the episode unfolds, viewers can expect a blend of action and emotional depth, characteristic of The Old Man.

Exclusive: Gbenga Akinnagbe (The Old Man) has been cast in Kathryn Bigelow‘s new Netflix film.

The film’s title and plot remain under wraps, though sources tell Deadline it will be set at the White House as a national crisis unfolds. The untitled thriller also stars Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Jared Harris, Greta Lee, Gabriel Basso, Anthony Ramos, Tracy Letts, Moses Ingram, Kyle Allen, Francesca Carpanini, Abubakr Ali, Malachi Beasley and Aminah Nieves.

Netflix declined to comment on the casting.

The project was set at the streamer in May, Bigelow’s first feature since the 2017 thriller Detroit from Annapurna Pictures. In between both projects, she was developing an adaptation of of the novel Aurora from David Koepp that didn’t work out.

Akinnagbe can currently be seen in the FX drama series The Old Man working alongside Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow in the role of “Julian Carson.” Season...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for The Old Man Season 2, Episode 5, “Xii.”] The Old Man continues to ramp up the stakes as Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) seeks answers surrounding Morgan Boat’s (Joel Grey) untimely demise at the end of Episode 4. The situation was even more intense as it unfolded in tandem with Dan’s daughter Emily (Alia Shawkat) facing an attack in Afghanistan. Listening over the phone helplessly as the village was infiltrated by a threatening force, the former CIA agent was rendered even more useless without Boat’s ability to assist in sticky situations. When it sounds as if Emily has met her demise, Dan is pushed to extreme measures of torture to pull answers out of one of Boat’s hitmen. Chuck Hodes/FX Hiding out in Harold Harper’s (John Lithgow) home, Dan and his former colleague are forced to carry out the torture while occupying the space with Harold’s wife...

The FX thriller drama series The Old Man had already raised the stakes for its central characters, Dan Chase and Harold Harper, in last week’s season 2 episode 4, as their daughter figure, Emily Chase, a.k.a. Angela Adams, had decided to stay back in Afghanistan and embrace her real identity as Parwana Hamzad. Things got even worse when the two Americans went to their friend and guide, Morgan Bote, to convince him to help Emily fight back, but the visit ultimately ended with Bote being killed by two intruders in his house. Bote had found out about a Russian connection to Faraz Hamzad’s mineral deposit in Afghanistan, and now The Old Man season 2 episode 5 does confirm that the Russians are the main antagonists this time around.

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How does Emily honor her biological father’s memory?

The Old Man season 2 episode 5 begins back in Afghanistan, in the small,...

On Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 10:00 Pm, The Old Man returns with an intriguing new episode titled “Xiii.” This season continues to unravel the complex web of secrets and danger surrounding the characters. In this episode, Chase and Zoe find themselves in a high-stakes race against time as they track down Hamzad’s lawyer in London. Their journey will lead them through the city’s shadowy corners, where they must navigate both legal and personal challenges.

Meanwhile, Harper faces his own set of obstacles as he seeks to recruit an unlikely partner. This partnership is sure to bring unexpected twists and turns, as Harper must decide who to trust in a world filled with deception. As the story unfolds, the tension builds, and viewers will be drawn deeper into the characters’ lives and motivations.

With masterful storytelling and strong performances, “Xiii” promises to deliver a gripping hour of television. The stakes are high,...

On Thursday October 3 2024, FX broadcasts The Old Man!

Xii Season 2 Episode 5 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode titled “Xii” of *The Old Man*, viewers will witness an emotional chapter in the lives of the characters Chase, Harper, and Zoe. After facing various challenges, the trio finds a moment of safety as they take refuge in Harper’s house. However, their sense of security is short-lived when they receive tragic news that shakes them to their core.

As the episode unfolds, the bond between Chase, Harper, and Zoe is put to the test. They must navigate their feelings of grief and uncertainty while trying to support one another. The narrative promises to explore the depths of their relationships, revealing how they cope with loss and the impact it has on their lives.

“Xii” is expected to delve into themes of resilience and the strength of friendship in difficult times. The characters...

In a consolidation move six years in the making, ABC Signature is no more. The production unit is being shut down, with its operations folded into 20th Television under 20th TV President Karey Burke.

Additionally, the ABC and Hulu Originals scripted drama and comedy teams are being combined under ABC/Freeform EVP Simran Sethi who has been elevated to President, Scripted Programming, Hulu Originals and ABC Entertainment.

Leaving their positions as part of the restructuring are Tracy Underwood, who is stepping down as President of ABC Signature and segueing to an overall producing deal with Disney Television Studios, and SVP Erin Wehrenberg, ABC’s Head Of Comedy.

The combining of the studios as well as ABC and Hulu’s scripted teams is impacting about 30 Disney Entertainment Television employees, I hear. The majority of them are on the studio side, split relatively evenly between ABC Signature and 20th TV as a...

Jeff Bridges wasn’t too big a fan of his digitally altered appearance in 2010’s Tron: Legacy.

Speaking on a recent episode of Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast, The Old Man actor delved into past projects like Iron Man and The Big Lebowski. As the conversation turned to the 1982 cyberpunk sci-fi pic and modern-day discussions of the role of artificial intelligence in film, Bridges said the Joseph Kosinski sequel featured a still “new” de-aging process via computer scanning — one he didn’t necessarily like.

“I wasn’t particularly fond of that recreation of myself,” he recalled, chuckling. “I thought I looked more like Bill Maher than myself.”

Looking back at Tron, the veteran actor explained that it was a concept that was “so bizarre” at the time, with the film using techniques like black-and-white photography to create its futuristic, neon digital world.

“It was shot in 70 millimeter black-and-white,...