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Watch my episode 3 review as I dive into Shaw's past, the kids nighttime mission, and Halloran's latest progress locating the entity, from the air. From HBO: Developed for television by filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti (“IT,” “IT Chapter Two,” “The Flash”) and Jason Fuchs (“IT Chapter Two,” “Wonder Woman,” “Argylle”). Logline: Set in the world of Stephen King’s “IT” universe, IT: WELCOME TO DERRY is based on King’s “IT” novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films “IT” and “IT Chapter Two.” It's set to explore the mysterious origins of the town Derry, Maine. Following the events in 1962 , the time leading up to the events of the first film based in 1989 of the Stephen King " It " series.👍Be sure to subscribe at ⁠⁠MediaMelanieTV.com⁠⁠ on YouTube for additional shows/content & follow here on SpotifyFollow on instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram.com/MediaMelanie⁠⁠⁠

#MaxtonHall Season 2 Theory: Who is the true father of James and Lydia Beaufort? I'm breaking down the compelling theory that Percy, the family chauffeur, is the biological father—not the ruthless patriarch, Mortimer Beaufort. Could this come out in Cordelia's will reading, potentially in episode 4? Watch now and let me know what you think in the comments! #PrimeVideo Maxton Hall Season 2 Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOUOHxBENeW6MDmuzrQlFZjN5yM-8ovKL&si=H8qqIUhYWU2sxFO1 Share all of your thoughts, theories, and predictions down in the comments and SUBSCRIBE for weekly reviews, previews, and theory/discussion videos.Logline: Season 2 picks up after James' mother's death, which "changes everything" and leaves Ruby grappling with a "harsh reality," per the official logline."Maxton Hall" is a German-language Amazon Original, adapted from Mona Kasten’s bestselling Save Me trilogy (#SaveYou, #SaveMe, #SaveUs) From Prime Video: Those who fly high can also fall low...After their passionate night together in Oxford and her greatest life goal within reach, everything seems to be going perfectly for Ruby (Harriet Herbig-Matten). But a stroke of fate in James' (Damian Hardung) family changes everything and James himself, of all people, brings her back from cloud nine to a harsh reality. Ruby is devastated. She has never had such strong feelings for anyone as she does for James - and she has never been so hurt by anyone either. She wants her old life back, where no one at Maxton Hall knew her and she wasn't part of the elitist world of her classmates. But she can't forget James - especially since he's doing everything he can to win her back.

#MAXTONHALL Season 2 Episodes 1, 2, & 3 REVIEW (James & Ruby Breakdown!) Watch my reaction and recap as I dive into James Beaufort's redemption arc, Ruby's success, and what's next for the Beaufort family following the loss of Cordelia.5:18 - Review BeginsEpisode 1- DevastatedEpisode 2- Wish to the UniverseEpisode 3- Emotional RollercoasterGet more content on my Maxton Hall Season 2 YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOUOHxBENeW6MDmuzrQlFZjN5yM-8ovKL&si=H8qqIUhYWU2sxFO1 Share all of your thoughts, theories, and predictions down in the comments and SUBSCRIBE for weekly reviews, previews, and theory/discussion videos.Logline: Season 2 picks up after James' mother's death, which "changes everything" and leaves Ruby grappling with a "harsh reality," per the official logline."Maxton Hall" is a German-language Amazon Original, adapted from Mona Kasten’s bestselling Save Me trilogy (#SaveYou, #SaveMe, #SaveUs) From Prime Video: Those who fly high can also fall low...After their passionate night together in Oxford and her greatest life goal within reach, everything seems to be going perfectly for Ruby (Harriet Herbig-Matten). But a stroke of fate in James' (Damian Hardung) family changes everything and James himself, of all people, brings her back from cloud nine to a harsh reality. Ruby is devastated. She has never had such strong feelings for anyone as she does for James - and she has never been so hurt by anyone either. She wants her old life back, where no one at Maxton Hall knew her and she wasn't part of the elitist world of her classmates. But she can't forget James - especially since he's doing everything he can to win her back.

Here's my 'IT: Welcome to Derry' episode 2 reaction and review. I dive into the horror mastery of this Stephen King-verse adaptation; from disturbing monsters to military secrets, I'm all on in this gruesomely intriguing season of television. Plus, brilliance by HBO streaming early for Halloween. From HBO: Developed for television by filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti (“IT,” “IT Chapter Two,” “The Flash”) and Jason Fuchs (“IT Chapter Two,” “Wonder Woman,” “Argylle”). Logline: Set in the world of Stephen King’s “IT” universe, IT: WELCOME TO DERRY is based on King’s “IT” novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films “IT” and “IT Chapter Two.” It's set to explore the mysterious origins of the town Derry, Maine. Following the events in 1962 , the time leading up to the events of the first film based in 1989 of the Stephen King " It " series.👍Be sure to subscribe at ⁠MediaMelanieTV.com⁠ on YouTube for additional shows/content & follow here on SpotifyFollow on instagram:⁠⁠⁠ Instagram.com/MediaMelanie⁠⁠

Watch my 'IT: Welcome to Derry 'episode 1 (Pilot) reaction and review as I breakdown whether or not the HBO IT-verse prequel lives up to the hype, plus what worked, what didn't, and seriously, WHEN will we see Pennywise the dancing clown? From HBO: Developed for television by filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti (“IT,” “IT Chapter Two,” “The Flash”) and Jason Fuchs (“IT Chapter Two,” “Wonder Woman,” “Argylle”). Logline: Set in the world of Stephen King’s “IT” universe, IT: WELCOME TO DERRY is based on King’s “IT” novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films “IT” and “IT Chapter Two.” It's set to explore the mysterious origins of the town Derry, Maine. Following the events in 1962 , the time leading up to the events of the first film based in 1989 of the Stephen King " It " series.👍Be sure to subscribe at MediaMelanieTV.com on YouTube for additional shows/content & follow here on SpotifyFollow on instagram:⁠⁠ Instagram.com/MediaMelanie⁠

Here's my reaction and review of #NobodyWants this Season 2, with a spoiler-free review up front and then my full takes on what worked, what didn't, and which characters I'd like to see more of if we get a Season 3. 👍Be sure to subscribe at MediaMelanieTV.com on YouTube for additional shows/content & follow here on SpotifyFollow on instagram:⁠ Instagram.com/MediaMelanie⁠5:08 - Spoilers begin hereFrom Netflix:Logline: A comedy centered on the unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody).Synopsis: First comes love, then comes life. The last time we saw agnostic podcast host Joanne (Kristen Bell) and unconventional (hot) rabbi Noah (Adam Brody), their unmatched chemistry surprised everyone in their lives, including her sister Morgan (Justine Lupe), his brother Sasha (Timothy Simons) and sister-in-law Esther (Jackie Tohn), and even themselves. Their spark proved stronger than all of the obstacles trying to keep them apart. Now, they’re back and fully committed to merging their lives – and loved ones — together. But their differences still exist and can’t be ignored. The challenge now is not just falling in love against all odds, but staying together in spite of them.

Watch or listen to my reaction and review of #MonsterEdGein on Netflix; I've got A LOT to say about this one...If you do enjoy video, I'd love it if you'd subscribe and watch on YouTube! I'm working on hitting 10,000 subs by the end of the year and would love your support in getting there! From Netflix: "Monster: The Ed Gain Story" is the shocking true-life tale of Ed Gein, the infamous murderer and grave robber who inspired many of Hollywood's most iconic on-screen killers.Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Laurie Metcalf, Suzanna SonCreators: Ian BrennanIn Association with Ryan Murphy Productions

Watch my SPOILER-FREE initial reaction to #Wayward on #Netflix to see why you should absolutely be watching this creepy and comedic limited series starring Mae Martin and Toni Collette! I didn't end up dropping a final review, but did share my final thoughts in ⁠this Reddit post⁠.Premise: When a student escapes from Tall Pines Academy — a reform school for troubled teens — newly arrived cop Alex Dempsey starts digging into the academy’s dark secrets. Meanwhile, terrified newcomer Abbie struggles to adjust to her surroundings as Leila risks everything on a daring rescue. But in a small town, Alex quickly learns: there’s no such thing as privacy.Prefer YouTube? Watch + subscribe to help me reach my latest goal of 10,000 subscribers! Thank you for consuming my content!

Here's my reaction and review of Hulu's Only Murders in the Building Season 5 episodes 1, 2, and 3 as I dive into everything Charles, Mabel, and Oliver, and some possible suspects in Lester & Nicky's deaths. Stick around for my clue & theory corner where I dive into some frigid ideas, including the link to Pabo Neruda's "Death Alone" poem and...a possible Antarctic bird nickname connection?From Hulu: Season 5 finds Charles-Haden Savage (played by Steve Martin), Oliver Putnam (Martin Short), and Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez) confronting the shocking death of their beloved doorman Lester, while the mob creeps into the Arconia’s storied halls. The ten-episode run blends sharp investigative puzzles with the trio’s razor-sharp banter and New York City charm.Watch on YouTube + subscribe for weekly reviews.

#ThePaper on Peacock just dropped its first season, and I'm here with a spoiler-filled reaction and review to season 1. Plus, BIG NEWS: It was JUST renewed for a second season ahead of the S1 premiere! Watch as I dive into what worked, what didn't, and of course my most liked and disliked characters (don't come at me...). Prefer YouTube? Watch + subscribe here.The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch in the Emmy Award-winning series “The Office” find a new subject when they discover a historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it.If you haven't binged it yet, here's my spoiler-free preview and review: https://youtu.be/OhGa50cwx2E Creators / Executive Producers / Writers: Greg Daniels under his banner Deedle-Dee Productions, and Michael KomanExecutive Producers: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein, Ben Silverman and Banijay Americas (formerly Reveille)

Here's my SPOILER-FREE preview/review of #ThePaper Season 1on Peacock, a loose spinoff of #TheOffice. BIG NEWS: It was JUST renewed for a second season ahead of the S1 premiere! Here, I share my overall thoughts on the season and whether or not you should binge it or skip it. I do vaguely mention a few characters and plot points, but nothing that will give anything away. Prefer YouTube? Watch + subscribe here.The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch in the Emmy Award-winning series “The Office” find a new subject when they discover a historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it.Creators / Executive Producers / Writers: Greg Daniels under his banner Deedle-Dee Productions, and Michael KomanExecutive Producers: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein, Ben Silverman and Banijay Americas (formerly Reveille)

Watch my reaction and review of #TheBuccaneers Season 2 Episode 8, “She Knows,” the season finale (series finale?). They pulled out all the stops — heartbreak, revelations, and unexpected twists that left us reeling. From Nan’s final decision to Theo’s fate and that surprise reveal, this episode gave us closure and opened new doors. What was the highlight of the season for you? Do you like how it ended? 👍 Subscribe on YouTube to catch up on my "The Buccaneers" Season 2 content and stay tuned for more!

Subscribe on YouTube for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" videos 3 times a week once it drops!Get ready for all the feels! Watch my Season 3 trailer breakdown of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" on ‪PrimeVideo‬ featuring my friend and special guest Shari Weiss of TeenDramaWhore! We’re recapping key moments from Seasons 1 and 2, diving deep into the new trailer, and talking all things Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah. 🏖️We chat: ✅ Trailer analysis & Easter eggs ✅ Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah drama ✅ That ‪TaylorSwift‬ soundtrack ✅ Book-to-show comparisons (spoiler-free!) ✅ Why it’s giving "Dawson's Creek" vibes ✅ The iconic love triangle that keeps us hooked ✅”Guilty Pleasure” TV and binge watch vs. the weekly drop model…and more!Read: Did Jenny Han rewatch “Dawson’s Creek” before creating “The Summer I Turned Pretty” season 2: https://teendramawhore.substack.com/p/teen-drama-links-august-22-2023 Subscribe to Shari’s ‪@teendramawhore90210‬ Substack: https://teendramawhore.substack.com/P.s. If you love The Summer I Turned Pretty, you’ll be obsessed with The Buccaneers—check out my playlist here: 📺 The Buccaneers PlaylistFrom Prime Video: It’s the end of her junior year of college, and Belly’s looking forward to another summer in Cousins with her soulmate, Jeremiah. Her future seems set, until some core-shaking events bring her first love Conrad back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crossroads and must decide which brother has her heart. Summer will never be the same…

Here's my reaction and review of "The Institute" Episodes 1 and 2 on MGM+. I’ll breakdown the creepy details and let you know if this show, adapted from the Stephen King novel, is worth your time. From #MGMPlus: "The Institute" follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (Freeman), who is kidnapped and awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there the same way he did and who are all possessed of unusual abilities. In a nearby town, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (Barnes) has come looking to start a new life, but the peace and quiet won’t last, as his story and Luke’s are destined to collide.Executive Produced By: Stephen King, Jack Bender, Benjamin Cavell, Gary Barber, Sam Sheridan, Ed RedlichDirected By:Jack BenderCast: Mary-Louise Parker, Ben Barnes, Joe Freeman, Simone Miller, Fionn Laird, Hannah Galway, Julian Richings, Robert Joy, Martin Roach🎬 Join the MediaMelanieTV community!👉 Channel Perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKbBD5r5rF5wub-suTSN12g/join👉 Shop My Faves: https://tinyurl.com/MediaMelanieSummer (affiliate)👉 Patreon Access: https://www.patreon.com/MediaMelanie👉 Official Merch: https://media-melanie-talks-tv.myspreadshop.com/🌐 Website: MediaMelanie.com📱 Follow for more TV Talk:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediamelanie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MediaMelanie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mediamelanie Twitter: https://x.com/mediamelanieBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mediamelanie.bsky.social🎥 Powered by Streamyard: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/4865758431412224🙏 Thanks for watching, subscribing, and sharing—every like and comment helps this TV-loving community grow!

Here's my reaction and review of #DexterResurrection on Paramount+ with Showtime, episodes 1 and 2, “A Beating Heart” and “Camera Shy.” I break down my personal highs and lows, the joy of seeing Uma Thurman, and the excitement of what’s to come, including a stellar lineup of stars including Peter Dinklage, Neil Patrick Harris, Krysten Ritter, James Remar, Eric Stonestreet, and David Dastmalchian. How great is it to see Michael C. Hall on our screens again!?👍Subscribe on YouTube for more, I'm also covering: #TheBuccaneers, #TheInstitute, and #TheSummerITurnedPretty Logline: Dexter Morgan awakens from a coma and sets out for NYC to find Harrison.

Love (and lust) is all around in #TheBuccaneers Season 2 Episode 4, "Ice Cream." ❤️ Check out my reaction and review as I dive into the steamy Theo Lizzy scene to the Nan Guy reunion and a Dowager romance, WOW. Plus, you-know-who enters the scene in Italy! What. An. Episode. Watch now and share your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Subscribe on YouTube for more: 🎥The Buccaneers Season 2 Playlist I drop three videos a week on "The Buccaneers" Season 2! Don't miss my next episode preview and theory/discussion videos!From ⁠‪Apple TV+‬: In the first season of “The Buccaneers," a group of fun-loving young American girls exploded into the tightly corseted London of the 1870s…setting hearts racing and kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Now the Buccaneers are no longer the invaders - England is their home. In fact they’re practically running the place. Nan is the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country. Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, heroine to a wave of young American heiresses. And Jinny is on every front-page, wanted for the kidnap of her unborn child. All of the girls have been forced to grow up and now have to fight to be heard, as they wrestle with romance, lust, jealousy, births and deaths... themes consuming all women of any age, no matter what year it is. Last time we got a taste of England. This time we’re in for a veritable feast.

Watch my review of "The Buccaneers" Season 2 Episode 3, "Get Her Out" on AppleTV+ as I dive into the Nan and Theo of it all, Lizzy's surprise, some backstory on Dowager, and how adorable are Conchita and Dick?? What did you think of this episode and that big cliffhanger? Watch now and share your thoughts in the comments. 👍 Subscribe on YouTube for three videos a week on "The Buccaneers" Season 2! Don't miss my next episode preview and theory/discussion videos, too!From ⁠‪#AppleTV‬: In the first season of “The Buccaneers," a group of fun-loving young American girls exploded into the tightly corseted London of the 1870s…setting hearts racing and kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Now the Buccaneers are no longer the invaders - England is their home. In fact they’re practically running the place. Nan is the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country. Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, heroine to a wave of young American heiresses. And Jinny is on every front-page, wanted for the kidnap of her unborn child. All of the girls have been forced to grow up and now have to fight to be heard, as they wrestle with romance, lust, jealousy, births and deaths... themes consuming all women of any age, no matter what year it is. Last time we got a taste of England. This time we’re in for a veritable feast.

Watch my review of "The Buccaneers" Season 2 Episode 2, "Holy Grail" on #AppleTV+. I dive into scummy Seadown and his quest to find Jinny, at any cost, and continue to question whether or not something will develop between Lizzy and Theo. Plus, Honoria and Mabel finally catch a break...👍 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly videos on "The Buccaneers" Season 2 and leave all of your thoughts and theories down in the comments! Don't miss my next episode preview and theory/discussion videos! From ⁠‪#AppleTV‬: In the first season of “The Buccaneers," a group of fun-loving young American girls exploded into the tightly corseted London of the 1870s…setting hearts racing and kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Now the Buccaneers are no longer the invaders - England is their home. In fact they’re practically running the place. Nan is the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country. Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, heroine to a wave of young American heiresses. And Jinny is on every front-page, wanted for the kidnap of her unborn child. All of the girls have been forced to grow up and now have to fight to be heard, as they wrestle with romance, lust, jealousy, births and deaths... themes consuming all women of any age, no matter what year it is. Last time we got a taste of England. This time we’re in for a veritable feast.

Watch my first theory video of the season for #TheBuccaneers on #AppleTVPlus as I examine some of the context clues that could tell us whether or not Nan figured out the truth about Nell on her own terms, if she's just thinking things are a little SUS, or if she has no idea at all. Drop your thoughts and theories in the comments! 👍 Subscribe to MediaMelanieTV.com for weekly videos including reviews, theories/discussions, and next episode previews.From ⁠‪AppleTV‬: In the first season of “The Buccaneers," a group of fun-loving young American girls exploded into the tightly corseted London of the 1870s…setting hearts racing and kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Now the Buccaneers are no longer the invaders - England is their home. In fact they’re practically running the place. Nan is the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country. Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, heroine to a wave of young American heiresses. And Jinny is on every front-page, wanted for the kidnap of her unborn child. All of the girls have been forced to grow up and now have to fight to be heard, as they wrestle with romance, lust, jealousy, births and deaths... themes consuming all women of any age, no matter what year it is. Last time we got a taste of England. This time we’re in for a veritable feast.

Here's my reaction & review of The Buccaneers Season 2, Episode 1 now streaming on Apple TV Plus! I’m breaking down the “Duchess of Tintagel” and whether it delivered as a strong season opener — plus, you know I had to weigh in on the ongoing drama... Team Guy or Team Theo? 👀 🔺HOW 'BOUT NAN'S SCARLET DRESS AMIRITE! 🔺💬 Drop your thoughts, theories, and tea in the comments — let’s get into it! Be sure to subscribe for weekly videos on "The Buccaneers" Season 2, including reviews, episode previews, theories and discussions!