The Watch
Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.
Latest episodes
Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 11min
Have the Oscars Gotten Their Groove Back? Plus, ‘The Regime.’
Chris and Andy discuss the Oscars, 'The Regime' with Kate Winslet, how a show can be 'bad', and the new generation of stars emerging. Standout moments like the 'I'm Just Ken' performance are highlighted.
Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 3min
‘Shogun’ Episode 3, Influential Childhood TV Shows, and Trailers for ‘3 Body Problem’ and ‘Fallout’
Chris and Andy discuss the impactful childhood TV shows that shaped them, touching on 'Dune: Part Two' and the trailers for '3 Body Problem' and 'Fallout'. They also analyze how 'Shogun' uses confrontation set pieces to drive the plot.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 12min
‘Dune: Part Two’ and Denis Villeneuve’s World Building. Plus, Mailbag Questions
Discussion on 'Dune: Part Two' and the potential stardom of its young cast. Review of Richard Linklater's new documentary. Mailbag questions about the state of the TV industry.
Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
‘Shogun’ Episodes 1 and 2, the ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series, and Previewing ‘The Regime’
Guy Ritchie directing 'Ray Donovan' spinoff, possible 'Harry Potter' TV series, 'Shogun' using TV medium creatively, preview of 'The Regime' with Kate Winslet
Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
‘Dune: Part Two’ and ‘Shogun’ Anticipation Meter, the Possible Paramount-Peacock Merger, ‘The Dynasty,’ and ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’
Chris and Andy discuss rewatching 'Dune' for the upcoming sequel, 'Shogun' similarities to 'Game of Thrones', Paramount+ and Peacock merger rumors, and enjoying documentaries 'The Dynasty' and 'The Greatest Night in Pop'.
Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 21min
The ‘True Detective’ Discourse, the ‘Monsieur Spade’ Finale, and ‘Madame Web’
Discussion on 'True Detective' Season 5 renewal and Apple shows, review of 'Monsieur Spade' finale, experience watching 'Madame Web'
Feb 19, 2024 • 55min
The Finale of 'True Detective: Night Country'
The hosts dissect the 'True Detective: Night Country' finale, discuss if the reveal of the killers landed, and ponder the future of the 'True Detective' franchise
Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 3min
‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Episodes 7 and 8 With Cocreator and Showrunner Francesca Sloane
Francesca Sloane, cocreator and showrunner of 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith', discusses the finale of the show and the powerful truth serum scene. They also talk about working with Donald Glover and choosing Maya Erskine for the role of Jane.
Feb 12, 2024 • 60min
Super Bowl Trailers and Ads, and ‘True Detective: Night Country’ Episode 5
The hosts discuss Super Bowl trailers including 'Wicked', 'Deadpool 3', and the remake of 'Twisters'. They also talk about the emotional moments in the latest episode of 'True Detective: Night Country' and the lack of focus on detective work.
Feb 9, 2024 • 1h 11min
Sports Goes Back to Bundles, Apple TV's Upcoming Slate, and 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' Episodes 3-6
Chris and Andy discuss the joint sports streaming platform coming from Fox, Warner Bros., and ESPN. They also talk about Apple TV's upcoming shows like 'Sugar' and analyze 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' episodes 3-6, praising its lack of backstory.
