The Mid-TV Phenomenon

As we approach the end of 2024, critics, reporters and editors at The New York Times are reflecting on the year in arts and culture, including television and film.

The Times’s chief television critic James Poniewozik and chief film critic Manohla Dargis talk with Melissa Kirsch, the deputy editor of Culture and Lifestyle, about why recent entertainment offerings may feel a little “blah,” and also recommend shows and movies that stand out.

Guest: 

• Melissa Kirsch, the deputy editor of Culture and Lifestyle for The New York Times.
• James Poniewozik, the chief television critic for The New York Times.
• Manohla Dargis, the chief film critic for The New York Times.

Background reading: 

• Best TV Shows of 2024
• Best Movies of 2024

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