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Couples Therapy is NZ's realest reality show
Why Three's take on the overseas hit is the year's bravest show. Plus, Apple TV+'s must-see comedy Platonic, and everything you need to plan your…
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Rachel Weisz is double trouble in Dead Ringers
Why you need to see Prime Video's remake of David Cronenberg's 1988 horror film. Plus, Netflix's new Anna Nicole Smith doco, and everything else landing…
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Will peak TV ever top this moment?
Why the finales of Succession and Barry mark the end of an era that may never be matched. Plus, we revie Jury Duty, and Hannah Gadsby has a new Netflix…
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Sweet Tooth is dark, grim - and perfect for kids
Why the bleak New Zealand-shot Netflix series is actually excellent family viewing. Plus, you need to see Silo, and we review Guardians of the Galaxy…
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April 2023
We ranked all 20 of New Zealand's TV streaming services
Welcome to 2023's most controversial newsletter (probably). Plus, Sweet Tooth returns, and why you should be watching Prime Video's Dead Ringers reboot.
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The must-see TV show that took two years to reach NZ streaming services
Why we're only just getting the chance to stream The North Water now. Plus: Netflix's hot show The Diplomat and a new podcast about a twisted British…
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Netflix's Beef trailer sold us a show that doesn't exist
Ali Wong and Steven Yeun's road rage saga isn't about what it says it is. Plus, the return of Dave and Barry, and how to stream Coachella all weekend…
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March 2023
Swarm is the most unsettling new show of 2023
When pop star ultra-fandom goes very wrong. Plus, the return of Yellowjackets, that first episode of Succession, and everything you need to know ahead…
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The ultra-violent delights of a John Wick movie
Why everyone needs a special John Wick friend. Plus, a quick sneak peek at the new season of Succession and everything else you need to rock your…
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Why would anyone let Ted Lasso quit now?
Everyone's favourite cornball coach is bowing out too soon. Plus, Netflix's MH370 doco and everything else you should be watching this weekend.
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A reality TV show gave us the best doggo ever
My experience on The Dog House NZ. Plus, is Scream VI any good? And all the TV and film recommendations you need to plan your weekend.
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Who does Baby Yoda think he is?
Baby Yoda's back – is that a good thing? Plus: Cocaine Bear, Aftersun and all of the recommendations you need to plan your weekend to perfection.
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