Killer Serials

In this episode, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss episode 5 of season 4 of Rectify with writer/director Scott Teems. They talk about, among other things, writing an episode of television when you know the end is in sight; directing that heartbreaking scene with Teddy and Tawney; and Ted and Janet's unravelling.

On this week's episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss episode four of season four of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They talk about the miracle of Chloe, Amantha and Billly's hunting trip (Tony approved), Daniel being stuck, and where Teddy and Tawney go from here.

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss season 4, episode 3 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. Before digging into the episode, we suggest some other killer serials, specifically Ted Lasso, streaming on Apple TV+. In terms of Rectify, they talk about all the decisions that the members of the Holden family face: what will Amantha do about Billy; how will Daniel respond to Avery's suggestion that he seek PTSD counseling and Chloe's offer of a platonic friendship; and will Janet take the deal?

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss season 4, episode 2 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They talk about the tension at Janet's house, Talbot date night, Billy and Amantha, and why all this feels like a '90s sitcom.

In this episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss the first episode of Rectify season four. They talk about Daniel's new job, his halfway house, and the community reaching out to him there. They also reflect on the ways in which he has come to (or is coming to) terms with what happened to him, spiritually speaking, on death row.

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss the third season finale of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They discuss Tawney's theological crisis, Daniel's goodbye to Amantha and Janet, Sheriff Carl's interrogation of Chris and Trey, and John's visit to Senator Foulks. They also welcome Sean Bridgers to talk about his work on the series as our favorite dipper, Trey.

In the latest episode of the Killer Serials podcast, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss season 3, episode 5 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They talk about Teddy's clarity, Tawney's uncertainty, Amantha's progression, Sheriff Carl's determination, and Trey's predicament.

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker welcome back writer/director Scott Teems to discuss season 3, episode 4 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They discuss shifting character sympathies, fraying relationships, Daniel's static nature, and the challenges and opportunities of writing and directing for television vs film.

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss season 3, episode 3 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They talk about changing attitudes towards Daniel, Amantha's healing, the growing rift between Janet and Ted, and what Trey may or may not be up to with Sheriff Carl.

In the latest episode of Killer Serials, Tony Jones and Ryan Parker discuss season 3, episode 2 of Rectify, streaming on Netflix. They talk about Daniel living his way out of limbo, his family feeling stuck in his decision to accept a plea deal, and Teddy's unravelling.