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On average, I watch about 7 hours of TV every day. When I’m not watching TV I’m researching new shows. During that time I’ve watched a lot of different programs, some that fall into the realm of mediocrity and others that do well but falter at the last hurdle. Vagabond, unfortuantely, is a show that falls into the latter. Not only is the finale the worst episode of the series, it’s also one that undoes a lot of the character work achieved up until this point, ending things on a disappointing note and failing to establish itself as a compelling k-drama worth returning to, even if it is renewed for a second season....

Episode Guide Mercenary The Wanderer Warrior’s Fate Scarred The Usurper Born Again Paris To The Gates! Breaking Point The Dead With excellent characterisation and some stunning fight scenes, Vikings comes into its own this year, delivering an incredible third season that rivals some of the best episodes of Game Of Thrones. With more focus on the supporting cast and a massive battle to round the season out, Vikings proves once again its one of the best shows on TV right now....

The Flowerpot Following the attack from Cha-Young and Vincenzo, episode 5 of Vincenzo begins with Babel group on the backfoot. Joon-Woo immediately confronts his puppet Chairman, Han-Seo. He chokes him out, telling him to call an emergency meeting and chalk the warehouse incident up to electrical overheating. He wants to keep the arson attack a secret. Cha-Young and Vincenzo celebrate their small victory up on the rooftop together. While they drink, Cha-Young realizes that he can’t practice law and wonders what they’ll do to get the upper-hand....

Episode Guide New Beginnings -| Review Score – 3/5 Taken By Surprise -| Review Score – 2.5/5 The Morning After -| Review Score – 2.5/5 Rumor Has It -| Review Score – 3/5 Can’t Let Go -| Review Score – 3/5 Out of the Past -| Review Score – 3/5 Breaking Point -| Review Score – 3/5 Blindspots -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Hazards Ahead -| Review Score – 3/5 Blown Away -| Review Score – 3/5 Virgin River has always been a sicky syrupy melodrama and for those with a sweet tooth, this will definitely hit the spot....

The Sun Also Rises Episode 9 of Virgin River Season 3 begins with a bloodied Brie shaking and desperate for Jack to help. Racing into her room, Jack rings the clinic and carries her there. It turns out Brie has had a miscarriage. That’s a particularly nasty hammer blow given she didn’t even know she was pregnant. Meanwhile, the town prepare for Lilly’s funeral. Hope is heading back too while Doc sticks around with Tara to give her reassurance....

Lilith Episode 7 of Welcome to Eden begins with a promotional video for Blue Eden. We still don’t know what’s in this drink but as the new recruits gulp down the beautiful blue tonic, they’re encouraged to walk across hot coals. Each of the teens follow, with the rest of Eden watching on from afar. Their goal is a necklace hanging up, something each of the cultists are wearing. Africa is last to cross the coals but she falls to her knees and ends up burning....

Annees Folles Episode 3 of Westworld Season 4 begins with ominous whispering “Dad, open your eyes.” Zooming out we realize this is… Bernard! It’s been a while since we saw him and he wanders through the rooms of his memory, chasing ghosts. Apparently Bernard has made this world for himself but he’s stuck in a loop of his own making. It’s all very cryptic, with flashes of the future, talk of “all paths lead to destruction” and a prophetic mission involving Bernard’s need to save the world....

The Cursed Hat This week on What We Do In The Shadows, the vampires try to gain the allegiance of a Manhatten vampire gang, led by Simon The Devious. With The Baron growing restless, Nandor and the others hatch a plan to try and extend their reach beyond the 5 houses surrounding them and Ashley Street which they gain dominion over. In order to try and swing the balance of power in their favour, they decide to visit an infamous vampire called Simon The Devious in Manhatten....

If you have seen and enjoyed this new movie you might be interested in a sequel. But will there be a Christmas Bloody Christmas 2? Or will you have to look for another movie for which to scare away your in-laws on Christmas Day? Here’s what we know at the time of writing. What is Christmas Bloody Christmas about? The movie is set on Christmas Eve and it follows the story of Tori (Riley Dandy), a young woman who falls afoul of a robotic Santa Claus (also known as RoboSanta) when it goes haywire and proceeds to go on a murderous rampage....

If you are a fan of both Hocus Pocus movies, you might be interested in a 3rd instalment. But will there be a Hocus Pocus 3? Or is this one sequel that has been banished from the schedules? Here’s what we know at the time of writing: What is Hocus Pocus 2 about? In 2022, 29 years after the Black Flame Candle resurrected the Sanderson sisters, the three witches are resurrected again when teenagers Becky and Izzy get hold of the candle at a magic shop....

Star Trek 4 Star Trek fans have had a lot to enjoy on the small screen over the last couple of years, with the likes of Picard, Star Trek: Discovery, and the recent Strange New Worlds. But when it comes to the big screen, there hasn’t been a cinema release since 2016’s Star Trek: Beyond. So, what’s going on? Will there be a Star Trek 4? And if so, when are we likely to see it?...

F Sharp Episode 2 of Yellowjackets begins in 1992 with a flashback featuring Misty. She receives a call from several students at school who berate her, antagonizing the girl about doing anal and ending the call by calling her a weirdo. Fast forward to our plane crash and out of all the girls, Misty is the first one up off her seat. She acts like a leader, helping to move everyone off the plane....

Cough And Love Youth of May episode 6 begins with Hee-Tae and Myung-Hee running away together. Only, they’re spotted by Soo-Ryeon who watches them out the window. When her parents ask where Hee-Tae is, Soo-Ryeon lies and claims she sent him home. As the evening ends, Myung-Hee and Hee-Tae stand and talk outside under the street lights. After running his hand tentatively over her ear, the pair exchange mementos (her earring and his tie) to remember their evening together....

Revenge Episode 6 of Zero begins in the aftermath of the attack on Shariff. His face is a swollen, purple mess as the group formulate a plan to hit back. With Omar able to turn invisible and boasting close ties to Anna, our protagonist is left with a big decision to make regarding Sirenetta. At the pizzeria, Anna shows up to see Omar. She breaks the news that she’s got into school in Paris but Omar is in no mood to celebrate....

Mo’s Choir Returning for another week, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist clears its throat and sings another harmony, this time to the tune of Mo’s conflicted feelings. With another five songs showcased and plenty of emotional drama, this musical series continues to hit the right notes. Episode 4 of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist begins with Mo questioning Zoey about her and Simon messaging each other. Brushing it off as a platonic friendship, as they’re heading out the door Mo suddenly starts singing ‘The Great Pretender’....

If You Like This American Series… You’ll Love its K-drama Remake If you’re loving the influx of fabulously inventive Korean programs streaming everywhere, you may latch on to some K-drama designer imposters – i.e., remakes – of popular US TV shows. The storyline will be familiar, but check out how each series’ concept has been adapted with an Asian flavour and a Korean audience in mind. If you’re looking for something fun and easy on the brain for a summer watch, any of these could be the ticket....

Level Up Boss Level is a surprisingly refreshing movie, taking the tried and tested formula of a time-loop and spinning it into something wholly original. If you’ve finished watching this one and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top picks for alternate viewing. So without further ado, we present 10 movies to check out when you’ve finished watching Boss Level....

More Movies To Watch With Wilson Castaway is one of Tom Hanks’ best movies, taking a simple desert island survival plot and fleshing it out with some excellent themes. If you’ve finished streaming this one and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 10 picks. Of course for all the movies we’ve reviewed, we’ve also added a handy link so you can check out our full thoughts on that and see if it’s something you want to invest your time with....

10 More Knockouts Godzilla VS Kong is an epic showdown between two legendary behemoths. With three rounds, lots of visually stunning action and a thin story holding it all together, this popcorn-munching blockbuster serves up quite the showdown. If you’ve finished watching this monster brawl and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top picks for alternate viewing....

More Bumps In The Night The Night House is a spooky and atmospheric horror, sporting some pretty good chills and an excellent performance from Rebecca Hall. If you’ve finished watching this one, you may be itching for more of the same. Well, fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 10 picks. Of course for all the movies we’ve reviewed, we’ve also added a handy link so you can check out our full review....