The Watch

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'.

Creator Issa Lopez discusses the first episode of 'True Detective: Night Country' and how it differs from previous iterations. They also talk about the setting's constant nighttime and its impact on the story. Lopez shares how she came up with the idea for the show and working with Jodie Foster.

Carrie Coon and Parker Posey are cast in the next season of ‘White Lotus’. The hosts discuss the possibility of a Mandalorian movie and its impact on a potential Season 4. They also dive into the struggles faced by the new Marvel TV show ‘Echo’ in setting the right tone.

Jason Mantzoukas discusses his favorite things he consumed in 2023, including 'Blue Eyed Samurai' and 'The Other Two'. He talks about the newest season of 'Reacher' and working on 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians'.

Chris and Andy discuss TV and movies they consumed over the holidays. They talk about the impact of strikes on upcoming 2024 TV shows. They share their most anticipated shows of the year. They reminisce about acting classes and their love for theater. They discuss upcoming show release dates, Netflix's content release strategy, and upcoming shows on Apple TV. They delve into behind-the-scenes maneuvering of highly anticipated shows. They talk about Sarah Paulson's viral video reaction and their anticipation for an upcoming show. They discuss a profile of Scott Frank and rate the film Night Swim.

Will Smith, creator of 'Slow Horses', joins Chris and Andy to discuss the show's fast production schedule, working with Gary Oldman, and the balance between future stories and current narrative. They also compare character dynamics in the book to casting choices in the show.

The hosts discuss recasting TV shows, which shows would be better as movies and vice versa, and what makes a perfect season of television. They also talk about disappointing shows, the dilemma of entertainment choices, the TV show Chernobyl, the relationship between budget and creativity in television shows, the shift in popularity from TV series to movies, guilty pleasures of watching shows about old people eating in Tokyo, analyzing the most perfect TV show seasons, Phoebe Waller-Bridge's career choices, and the challenges of emotional investment in sports.

Guests Christopher Storer and Ebon Moss-Bachrach discuss the creation of 'The Bear' episode 'Forks', its quieter tone, the isolation in portraying Richie's story, and acting with Olivia Coleman. The hosts reflect on the impact and transformative experience of the chosen episode, discussing moments of joy amidst battling depression and the evolving dynamics of their collaborative relationship. They also express gratitude for the show's impact and address the pressure, relationships, and Emmy nominations involved.

Chris and Andy remember Andre Braugher, famous for his roles on ‘Homicide’ and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' who passed away this week. They reflect on the state of TV in 2023 and rank their 10 favorite shows from the year, including ‘Full Circle,’ ‘The Gold,’ and ‘Daisy Jones and the Six’.

The hosts discuss content they consumed over the weekend, Golden Globes nominations, 'The Curse,' and Sam Esmail's movie 'Leave the World Behind'. They also talk about an actor's comedic talents, the uncertainty in Hollywood, discomfort with animal cruelty in films, and a new film with an impressive cast. Additionally, they mention book conventions, movie adaptations, and Kevin Bacon wearing a Cowboys hat.