Television

Downton Abbey is back, but this time the family is going on the road to France.

Arts

The new Downton Abbey film is here, and its creator says misery isn't compulsory

5:00am May 17, 2022

After six seasons and one movie spin-off, fans of the Crawley family have questions about the newest upcoming film; Show creator Julian Fellowes has answers.

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The creator of 'The Wonder Years' reflects on its successful first season

5:04pm May 14, 2022

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Saladin K. Patterson about the coming-of-age comedy that gives its own compelling storyline.

Rose Leslie and Theo James as Clare and Henry.

Arts

'The Time Traveler's Wife' is still weird, even as a TV show

7:00am May 14, 2022

by Linda Holmes

First it was a book, then a movie. Now, it's an HBO show.

Former Saturday Night Live star Norm Macdonald recorded a standup comedy special in his living room before he died in the fall of 2021. The special, which is set to be released on Netflix this month, was something he wanted to leave for his fans if he wer

Arts

The late Norm Macdonald left fans a surprise stand-up special

6:23pm May 13, 2022

by Dustin Jones

The Saturday Night Live star, who died last year after a battle with cancer, shot a one-hour special from his living room. Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special will stream on Netflix starting May 30.

World News

Julian Fellowes of 'Downton Abbey' says misery isn't 'compulsory' in entertainment

4:40pm May 13, 2022

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Downton Abbey executive producer Julian Fellowes about the latest chapter in the Crawley family's story, Downton Abbey: A New Era.

Melissa (Jemima Kirke), Bobbi (Sasha Lane), Frances (Alison Oliver), and Nick (Joe Alwyn).

Arts

'Conversations with Friends': Sally Rooney on screen, take two

1:34pm May 13, 2022

by Linda Holmes

Normal People author Sally Rooney's first book, Conversations with Friends, comes to Hulu on Sunday.

Netflix has changed its corporate culture memo to warn employees that it will include content with viewpoints they may find harmful.

Arts

Netflix alters corporate culture memo to stress the importance of artistic freedom

1:29pm May 13, 2022

by Andrew Limbong

In a substantive edit to Netflix's public-facing statement on work culture, the company states that employees might have to work on titles they "perceive to be harmful."

Kalush Orchestra, the Ukrainian band favored to win Eurovision, performing during the semifinals.

A fight to the glitter end: Your guide to Eurovision 2022

11:07am May 13, 2022

by Glen Weldon

Peacock will stream the 66th Eurovision Song Contest live on Saturday, May 14th. Here's a highly opinionated guide to keep handy as you watch 25 countries vying for gleefully over-the-top glory.

Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers warms up prior to playing the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Playoff game in January.

Sports

Tom Brady will be Fox Sports' lead analyst whenever he decides to really retire

11:04am May 11, 2022

by Wynne Davis

Fox Sports announced the deal and Brady confirmed the plans. But before he begins calling some of the biggest games, Brady said he has "unfinished business" on the field with Tampa Bay.

'Succession' star James Cromwell glues his hand to a Starbucks counter in a protest

7:54am May 11, 2022

by The Associated Press

Actor and activist James Cromwell glued his hand to a midtown Manhattan Starbucks counter on Tuesday to protest the coffee chain's extra charge for plant-based milk.