Study: Abortions on TV remain unrealistic — but 'Morning Show' treatment was nuanced
The annual Abortion Onscreen study credits The Morning Show for "the first in-depth portrayal of self-managed abortion."
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The best movies and TV of 2023, picked for you by NPR critics
Whether you plan to head out to the theater or binge from the couch, our critics have gathered together their favorite films and TV shows of the year. Happy watching!
Imelda Staunton on the joys and challenges of playing Queen Elizabeth II
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with actress Imelda Staunton, who plays Queen Elizabeth II on Netflix's sweeping historical drama The Crown, which is ending its six-season run with a final batch of episodes.
Imelda Staunton on being the queen
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Imelda Staunton about the joys and challenges of portraying Queen Elizabeth II in the final season of Netflix's The Crown.
Mayim Bialik is out as a 'Jeopardy!' host, leaving longtime champ Ken Jennings to solo
Earlier this year, the former Big Bang Theory actor had stopped appearing on the popular game show show after declaring her support for the Hollywood writers' strike.
'General Hospital' dominates 50th annual Daytime Emmys with 6 trophies
"General Hospital" collected six trophies, including four for acting. Susan Lucci received the Lifetime Achievement Honor for her 40-year run as Erica Kane on "All My Children."
Matthew Perry died from the 'acute effects of ketamine,' autopsy finds
The cause of death for the Friends star was released by the Los Angeles County medical examiner more than a month after the 54-year-old actor was found dead at his home in October.
Don't underestimate the power of Dad TV: 'Reacher' is the genre at its best
It may have started out as an insult, but there's nothing wrong with Dad TV. You can see it all – responsibility-free wish fulfillment, fistfights, romantic fantasy – in the new season of Reacher.
Remembering Norman Lear, creator of 'All in the Family' and 'The Jeffersons'
Lear, who died Dec. 5, used humor to address racism and politics. Terry Gross spoke with Lear in 2014; Good Times actor Esther Rolle in 1983; and All in the Family director John Rich in 2006.
One last Hanukkah gift from Hallmark: 'Round and Round' is a really fun romcom
If you find yourself in Hanukkah withdrawal, take Round and Round for a spin: This time-loop romance embraces the holiday in a way that feels complete and thoughtful.