Television criticism that tells you what matters

Good TV criticism should save you time and sharpen your view. Here you’ll find clear takes on why a show works or doesn’t, whether a comedy still lands, if a drama deserves the hype, and how production choices shape the story. Expect short verdicts, concrete examples, and practical advice for what to watch next.

What you’ll find under this tag

This tag collects pieces that break down shows, formats, and industry questions. You’ll see question-style posts like "Is it typically more expensive to make a movie than a TV show?", lists such as "What old TV show (25+ years old) totally held up?", and debates like "What popular TV show do you find boring or pointless?" Each post looks at storytelling, pacing, acting, and production with plain language.

Rather than vague praise or blanket criticism, articles here point to specific scenes, episodes, or choices. For example, if a review says a season feels rushed, we’ll point to dropped character arcs or abrupt episode endings. If a show’s sound design lifts a scene, we’ll call out the moment so you notice it while watching.

How to read these reviews

Start with the short take at the top for a quick yes/no on whether the show is worth your time. Scroll down for examples and one or two standout moments that prove the point. If you care about themes, look for sections that mention cultural context or how the show fits into TV trends. If you care about craft, focus on notes about acting, writing, and production value.

We mix quick opinion pieces with deeper explainers. Quick pieces answer simple questions — like whether full TV shows are free on YouTube — in plain terms. Deeper pieces trace a show's choices across episodes, or compare how TV and film budgets affect storytelling. Either way, the goal is useful information, not jargon.

Want a sample? A post asking "Which TV series was shot as quickly as possible?" highlights how tight schedules change performance and editing. Another post revisits long-running shows to show which ones aged well and why. Those examples help you see what aspects of a show usually determine lasting quality.

If you disagree with a take, tell us why. Good criticism thrives on pushback. Say a review missed the point and point to scenes or themes we ignored. That back-and-forth helps everyone watch more closely and think clearer about what makes TV meaningful or just entertaining noise.

Use the tag to find answers before you binge, to decide which older shows are worth revisiting, or to learn what really goes into making a show feel expensive or cheap. Read a short verdict, check the proof, and decide quickly — that’s the promise of this television criticism tag.