This week in TV, because sometimes you just don’t want a 90-minute commitment. We get it. In a world where movies are now just extended TV pilots, it’s nice to have some shows to actually look forward to. And, thankfully, this week doesn’t disappoint. With the return of some big series and the premiere of new ones, there’s something for everyone. Unless, of course, you’re one of those people still holding out for original storytelling, in which case, good luck with that.
Every week, it seems like there’s a new batch of TV shows hitting the airwaves, and this week is no exception. Whether you’re in the market for a new drama, comedy, or something in between, there’s something on this list for you. And, let’s be real, sometimes you just need a good TV show to binge. You know, something to take your mind off the fact that the Content Mines remain fully operational, churning out remake after remake, and that Hollywood’s annual Nostalgia Harvest is in full swing.
This week, you can catch the returns of several big series, including Conan O’Brien’s travelogue, Conan O’Brien Must Go, and one of the longest-running sitcoms on the air, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Because, you know, what’s more exciting than watching a group of degenerates navigate the mean streets of Philly? And, of course, because the Franchise Resurrection Department remains one of Hollywood’s busiest offices, we get to do it all again for the 18th time.
New TV Shows to Obsess Over (Until They Get Canceled)
In addition to the returning series, there are also some new shows premiering this week. Blood Sacrifice, a five-part drama from Hijack and Lipin creator George Kay, hits Netflix on August 20. Because, you know, what the world really needed was another crime drama. And, of course, S&X, a new series from Japan based on the Manga series S&X: The Confession of Therapist Ichito Shimotori, premieres on Netflix on August 20. Because, well, it’s not like we’ve seen this story before.
But, hey, if you’re looking for something a little more lighthearted, Big City Greens returns with a whole new batch of episodes featuring the latest exploits of Cricket, Tilly, Bill, and Gramma Alice. And, because the Merchandising Department reportedly approved the decision before the writers did, you can expect plenty of opportunities to buy all sorts of Big City Greens merchandise. Silver linings, right?
The Never-Ending Cycle of TV
It’s always exciting to see new TV shows hit the airwaves, but let’s be real, we all know how this story ends. The show will be amazing for the first season or two, and then it will slowly start to decline until it’s eventually canceled, only to be replaced by a reboot or spin-off a few years later. But, hey, that’s just the circle of life in TV, right? The algorithm has decided, and we must comply.
In all seriousness, though, this week’s batch of new TV shows does offer some promising options. Whether you’re in the mood for a hilarious comedy, a gripping drama, or something in between, there’s something on this list for you. So, grab some popcorn, settle in, and enjoy the ride. Just don’t get too attached, because, as we all know, in the world of TV, nothing lasts forever. Except, of course, for It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which will presumably be on the air until the heat death of the universe. Somewhere, a whiteboard now contains the words “bigger,” “darker,” and “multiverse,” and executives are nodding very seriously, thinking they’ve stumbled upon the next big thing. Again.
Finn McFrame, celebrated satirical mastermind and self-proclaimed “Emperor of Irony,” started his illustrious career as a cinematographer, where his expertise in capturing every single frame of a squirrel stealing a baguette earned him accolades at obscure film festivals.
Born in the glamorous town of Boring, Oregon, Finn grew up with dreams of being a Hollywood director until he realized that satire, not cinema, was his true calling—or at least the one that let him sleep until noon.
Finn McFrame: changing the world, one satirical lens flare at a time.
