The Wire, Season 5

Freaks and Geeks

Getting caught up
Yesterday from around 4:30 on was a particularly busy time on the blog. Not only did I have all four NBC comedies to watch and review, plus a "Fringe" I'd seen in advance, but ABC and NBC announced the respective premiere dates and timeslots for "Lost" and "Chuck" right as I was getting re

30 Rock, "Sun Tea": That's a Cosby sweater!!!!
Quick thoughts on last night's "30 Rock" coming up just as soon as I take a low-volume shower with Ed Begley Jr...This was the strongest overall Thursday this season for NBC's comedies, and "Sun Tea" brought the evening to a fine close. Not all of it worked, but

The Office, "Shareholders Meeting": Now we're up in the big leagues
Spoilers for last night's "The Office" coming up just as soon as I feel lacrimose... Michael Scott believes he is a performer at heart, and "Shareholders Meeting" put him - and the show - on the biggest stage to date. It's one thing for Michael to make a

Parks and Recreation, "Hunting Trip": The good wound
Spoilers for "Parks and Recreation" - and if you missed it earlier, go check out Amy Poehler's favorite moments so far (complete with clips) - c

Community, "Environmental Science": Tigre, tigre, burning bright
Spoilers for "Community" coming up just as soon as I rest gently on your pecs... This was a really strong night for all four of NBC's comedies, and this week I think "Community" was my favorite of the bunch. I'm always more kindly