tv & media
The 10 greatest TV shows we wish we could binge – but can't
These influential TV series are not available on any streaming services. Hollywood should fix that.
'Bachelor' alternatives: 6 new dating shows that will win your heart
These six relationship series deserve a rose.
PBS announces new documentary on Laura Ingalls Wilder
The writer's story will be part of the "American Masters" series.
Comic-Con 2020: Some panel participation topped 200K views, but did the online event work?
SAN DIEGO – More people viewed portions of the online-only Comic-Con International last weekend than could ever fit in the San Diego Convention Center. But…
Pop Culture Q&A: 'Moonlighting' sidelined by music
Q: We loved “Moonlighting” back in the ’80s and wanted to watch the series again. Is it available? A: While someone has posted what…
'Modern Love' will get a second season
Q: We just finished watching the series "Modern Love," on Amazon Prime. We loved it! Will there be another season?A: Another season of the anthology…
9 great documentaries to feed your Olympic fever
These documentary films are the next best thing to watching the postponed Games.
WCCO news anchor Ali Lucia is leaving the station
WCCO’s Ali Lucia is signing off from the Twin Cities. The journalist announced on social media that Friday will be her last day at the…
'Muppets Now,' 'The Swamp,' 'Immigration Nation' and other shows our TV critic is watching
Missed connection The last time Kermit and company lifted the curtain it was for “The Muppets,” ABC’s short-lived mockumentary series that took a lot of…
Home video releases for Aug. 4, 2020
Out Tuesday • “Dispatches From Elsewhere, Season 1” • “His Dark Materials: First Season” • “NCIS: Los Angeles: The 11th Season” • “Swallow” • “The…
Beyoncé's fresh spin on 'Lion King': 10 best things to watch, read or listen to this week
Our weekly picks to lift your spirits and expand your playlist.
Nielsen ratings: '60 Minutes' clocks in on top; 'Scoob!' is top movie rental
Here are the top 20 broadcast TV shows for the week of July 20-26 (Monday to Sunday), based on the number of viewers, according to…
Andrew Zimmern wins Emmy for his Travel Channel series
"The Zimmern List" was named TV's best travel and adventure program.
'SNL's' Colin Jost understands if you want to punch him
He has the air of a movie villain "who tries to steal the hero's girlfriend."
The biggest snubs and surprises from this year's Emmy nominations
“Watchmen,” a bold departure from the comic book that inspired it, flexed its super-strength Tuesday with a field-leading 26 Emmy nominations, proof that HBO still…
Pop Culture Q&A: Dylan made 'silly' little-seen film
Q: I remember back in the ’80s Bob Dylan filmed a movie, part of which was filmed in my city of Hamilton, Ontario. I…
Pop Culture Q&A: 'Vikings' (at least the TV show) is coming back
Q: "Vikings" seemed to end very abruptly with the Rus ready to march on the Vikings. Is it coming back or did I just miss…
Dana Wessel and Ben Holsen dropped from GO 96.3 FM morning show
Twin Cities radio personalities Dana Wessel and Ben Holsen, co-hosts of Go 96.3's "Ben and Dana Show," have lost their morning gig.Wessel announced on social…
Charles Manson, the Go-Go's, U.S. Olympians and other documentary subjects our TV critic is watching this week
The end of innocence “Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood” fans will want to check out “Helter Skelter,” a docuseries on Charlie Manson’s reign…
Jim Gaffigan, 'Freedom Riders' & swing dance: 10 best things to watch, read or listen to this week
Our weekly picks to lift your spirits and expand your playlist.