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Voicemails for Isabelle Review: Netflix’s Most Emotional Rom-Com of 2026
Voicemails for Isabelle: Netflix’s Newest Classic Rom Com This article contains light spoilers. Grab your tissues, everyone. Netflix’s newest rom-com, Voicemails for Isabelle, just dropped, and it’s definitely a tearjerker. Inspired by You’ve Got Mail, the film follows Jill (Zoey Deutch), an aspiring baker trying to live out the dreams she and her sister once shared. When her sister and best friend, Izzy (Ciara Bravo), passes away after a long battle with cystic fibrosis, Ji

Jacqueline
Jun 20


The Chi Season 8 Episode 5 Review: Nuk’s Lies Finally Catch Up With Him
"The Dead of Winter" changes everything. Spoilers ahead. If there was ever an episode of The Chi that felt like a turning point, it was "The Dead of Winter." This episode had a little bit of everything: family drama, relationship growth, awkward comedy, shocking revelations, and one ending that completely changed the trajectory of the season. Let's start with Nuk. At this point, this man deserves a gold medal for avoiding accountability. Tiff continues pressing him about what

Lance
Jun 19


Dutton Ranch Season 1 Episode 7 Review: The Ranch War Just Got Personal
The drama at the Dutton Ranch just reached a boiling point, and nobody is safe. Dutton Ranch Season 1, Episode 7, aptly titled "Den of Sin" proved that the real danger isn't just at the property lines. It is sitting right inside the house. With only two episodes left in the season, this week’s chapter delivered a massive historical bombshell, a crashed anniversary party, and a jaw-dropping romantic betrayal that changes the entire trajectory of the ranch war. Spoilers ahead.

Rachel
Jun 19


Brilliant Minds Season 2 Episode 18 Review: That Josh and Wolf Scene Changes Everything
Dr. Oliver Wolf is officially back in the building, and he did not come to play gentle. After a stint at the psychiatric facility, Brilliant Minds Season 2 Episode 18, titled "Through the Looking Glass," throws our favorite unconventional neurologist right back into the deep end. Airing as the series quickly approaches its final episodes on NBC, this installment delivers the perfect mix of high-stakes medical drama and the agonizingly slow-burn romance we deserve. Between an

Je-Ree
Jun 18


X-Men ’97 Season 2 Review: Marvel Animation Delivers Another Winner
After watching the first four episodes of X-Men '97 Season 2, I can honestly say that if you loved what Marvel Animation did in Season 1, you're probably going to be very happy with where this story is headed, I mean they absolutely COOKED! What impressed me the most is that the show doesn't waste any time. Season 2 picks up right where things left off, and from the very first episode it feels like the writers know exactly what story they want to tell. The stakes are bigger,b

Lance
Jun 17


The Agency Season 2 Review: TV’s Smartest Spy Thriller Just Got Even Better
We lucky few at The TV Cave got an early look at The Agency Season 2 before it officially hits Paramount+ this Sunday, June 21, and the office watercooler chatter is about to get intense. If you thought the freshman season of this Michael Fassbender-led espionage thriller was a slow-burn nail-biter, the sophomore outing takes things to a whole new level of bureaucratic anxiety. While Season 1 occasionally got bogged down in its own spreadsheets, our advance look confirms that

Je-Ree
Jun 17


Scary Movie Review: The Wayans Brothers Bring the Franchise Back to Life
Scary Movie, Scary Movie 6, whatever you want to call it,one thing is for sure: it was great to see the Wayans family take their franchise back. I'm not going to lie, I went into this movie with pretty low expectations. I ended up seeing it later than most people, and because it's a parody film, I wasn't expecting anything groundbreaking. But I've always been a fan of the Wayans brothers, and their fingerprints are all over this movie. The best part of the film for me was see

Lance
Jun 17


Not Suitable for Work Episodes 6 and 7 Show Why Living With Friends Gets Complicated Fast
Trouble in Paradise: Not Suitable for Work is showing the messiness with living with friends. This article contains spoilers. Episodes 6 and 7 of Not Suitable for Work are out, and things are starting to fall apart for our Murray Hill crew. With tensions rising between the two apartments and personal issues slowly taking over, it looks like the final two episodes are going to be packed with drama. Starting with our favorite trio, Kel has finally stood up for himself. As the r

Jacqueline
Jun 16


Toy Story 5 Review: Pixar’s Beloved Franchise Still Has Plenty of Heart
Toy Story 5 releases in theaters this Friday, but I had the opportunity to see it last week, and I'm here to tell you with 100% certainty: this movie is amazing. From start to finish, Toy Story 5 delivers a story packed with heart, humor, and one of the most relevant messages Pixar has tackled in this franchise. The film explores how much childhood has changed over the years and how technology has slowly replaced some of the things kids used to love, including toys. All of yo

Lance
Jun 16


The Chi Season 8 Episode 4 Recap: Trouble Brews Across Chicago
This week's episode of The Chi felt like the calm before the storm. There weren't any huge shocking deaths or massive twists, but almost every storyline took a step forward, and you can feel things starting to unravel for several characters. I am sorry for such a late review but better late than never! The biggest mess right now continues to be Bakari. He brings up wanting to leave Chicago, even his sister Britney returns this episode to try and convince him to go with her th

Lance
Jun 15


The Vampire Lestat Episode 2 Review: Why Gabrielle May Be the Key to Everything
If Episode 1 of The Vampire Lestat was about introducing viewers to rockstar Lestat, Episode 2 peels back the leather jacket and reveals the centuries of emotional baggage underneath. Titled "Toledo," the hour delivers a fascinating character study that explores Lestat's complicated relationship with family, his lingering obsession with Louis, and the dangerous forces beginning to close in around him. Whew. Somebody get this vampire a therapist. The episode spends much of its

Je-Ree
Jun 14


Dutton Ranch Season 1 Episode 6 Recap: Trouble Brewing at 10 Petal Ranch
The dust is settling in South Texas, but the body count is still climbing. Dutton Ranch Season 1, Episode 6, titled "A Cowboy Saint," just dropped on Paramount+, and the tension is officially boiling over. If you tuned into this spinoff expecting the explosive, explosive-heavy pacing of the flagship series, you might be scratching your head. But for the rest of us? This slow-burn storytelling is working in the absolute best way. "A Cowboy Saint" episode isn't just about the

Je-Ree
Jun 12


Sweet Magnolias Season 5 Review: Serenity Finally Got a Little Spicy
Summer is officially heating up in Serenity and we do mean heating up. After securing early access to the upcoming season for you all, my cave dwellers, it is time to pour out some sweet tea and dish on what is heading to Netflix on June 11. Now if you have been following me here for a while, you are probably shocked that I like this show. Well, it isn't that shocking; over the last four seasons this series has established itself as a very specific kind of comfort food. I've

Je-Ree
Jun 11


Brilliant Minds Season 2 Episode 17 Recap: Dr. Wolf’s Recovery Takes a Major Turn
So here we are with Dr. Oliver Wolf tucked away at the Hudson Oaks psychiatric facility, the show delivers an hour packed with literal exorcisms, administrative backstabbing and heavy family breakthroughs. This episode serves as the official turning point for Wolf’s institutional era, wrapping up his recovery timeline while dramatically reshaping the medical staff back at Bronx General. A Medical Mystery with a Side of Possession Leave it to Dr. Wolf to find a fascinating neu

Je-Ree
Jun 10


I Love Boosters Review: Boots Riley’s Wildest Film Yet Might Already Be a Cult Classic
Boots Riley’s sophomore film, I Love Boosters, is finally out, and opinions are definitely mixed. As someone who went into the movie without having seen any of Riley’s previous work, I walked away with mixed feelings myself. Spoilers ahead. The trailer had me excited for a comedy centered around the Velvet Gang, a group of female boosters who regularly shoplift from Metro Designers, a fashion chain run by Christie Smith. The Velvet Gang takes things one step further by becomi

Jacqueline
Jun 10


Review: Not Suitable for Work Episodes 4 & 5 Turn Up the Heat With Office Romance and Career Drama
This article contains spoilers The next two episodes of everyone’s new favorite sitcom have dropped, and the tension is turning up in Murray Hill. Between the stress of work and relationships, it seems like our lovable crew is finding themselves in some sticky situations. We’re seeing quite a bit of mixing business with pleasure, and I can’t decide if I love it or hate it. Before diving into the romance, I want to highlight how these two episodes showcased our characters con

Jacqueline
Jun 10


Every Year After Review: Prime Video’s New Summer Romance Had Us Hooked From the First Episode
Welcome to Barry’s Bay! This article contains spoilers Summer is just around the corner, and what better place to spend it than Barry’s Bay? Prime’s newest summer romance series has arrived, and I am completely obsessed. Based on the bestselling romance Every Summer After, Every Year After follows the love story of Percy Frazier and Sam Florek. Flashing back and forth across six summers and the present day, the series tells the story of how two best friends fell in love and w

Jacqueline
Jun 10


Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Review: Breeze Arrives as Shameik Moore & Erika Woods Tease What’s Coming Next
Hold onto your bucket hats and lock your kitchen doors, because South Jamaica, Queens is officially freezing over. The final chapter has arrived, and if you thought the Thomas family was dysfunctional before, the Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 premiere is about to make your jaw hit the floor. Starz has finally unleashed the beginning of the end for Kanan Stark's origin story and whew, the temperature in the room just dropped to absolute zero. As the flagship prequel s

Je-Ree
Jun 9


My Adventures with Superman Season 3 Review: Superman’s Best Animated Series Keeps Getting Better
After two fantastic seasons, My Adventures with Superman returns for Season 3 and wastes absolutely no time reminding viewers why it's become one of the best Superman adaptations in years. While the action, animation and superhero spectacle are all top-notch, what continues to separate this series from other superhero shows is its heart. The relationships between Clark, Lois, Jimmy, and now Kara remain the driving force behind everything. One of the biggest highlights of the

Lance
Jun 8


The Vampire Lestat Episode 1 Recap: Rockstar Lestat Takes Center Stage
Louis de Pointe du Lac had his say, but the brat prince is officially holding the microphone. The highly anticipated premiere of AMC’s latest Immortal Universe extension has arrived with immortal ego with spectacular flair. Titled "Detroit," the opening hour shifts the franchise into an entirely new gear, trading the quiet, gothic brooding of New Orleans for the loud, sweaty reality of a modern-day rockstar era. Lestat is back, he is profoundly offended by Daniel Molloy's pu

Je-Ree
Jun 7
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