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What the Emmys Can Tell Us About the State of TV. Plus, ‘Monsieur Spade’ With Clive Owen.

Jan 18, 2024
Clive Owen discusses his decision to take on the iconic detective character Sam Spade. The hosts also talk about the delayed 2023 Emmys and what the sweep of awards says about the state of the TV industry. They break down the first episode of 'Monsieur Spade' and discuss its ties to 'The Maltese Falcon'.
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  • The TV industry is being dominated by shows like 'The Bear,' 'Beef,' and 'Succession' as indicated by their sweep of awards at the Emmys.
  • The show 'Monsieur Spade' impresses with its impeccable craft, attention to detail, and ability to capture the noir aesthetic while offering a fresh perspective.

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Overview of the podcast episode

In this podcast episode, Andy Greenwald introduces a new podcast called 'Stick the Landing' where they explore the finales of popular TV shows. They then discuss the Mr. Spade television show on AMC and are joined by actor Clive Owen, who stars in the show. They express their excitement for the series and mention that it is a new take on the character Sam Spade from the classic noir novel 'The Maltese Falcon'. They also share their thoughts on the Emmys and the winners of the awards.

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