Why Family Guy was smart to kill a beloved characterAnd the humiliating slap in the face to The Simpsons
Boo-urns to The Simpsons for planning to kill a characterAmerica’s favourite family doesn’t need cheap publicity stunts
The influence of this year’s U.S. election on U.S. televisionHint: it’s certainly more than 2008, and definitely more than 2004
Prior to lovable losers from 30 Rock and Louie, TV needed to get a lifeDark and absurdist sitcoms of today owe debt to this ’90s show
Weinman on TV: First seasons firstWhen to start watching when you’re late to a series? Our expert says to watch the pilot, then skip a couple of seasons ahead
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