The Watch

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The Watch episodes

December 19, 2025 ‘Pluribus’ Penultimate Episode and ‘Landman’ Episode 5
Chris and Andy talk about all of the shows that are coming up in January, including ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 and the long-awaited second season of ‘The Night Manager’ (3:44). Then they talk about the penultimate episode of ‘Pluribus’ Season 1 and Carol's arc throughout this season (25:27) before recapping the latest episode of ‘Landman’ (38:36).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Production: Jon Jones

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55 min
December 16, 2025 The Top 10 TV Shows of 2025
Chris and Andy talk about the tragic passing of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner and his indelible impact on Hollywood over the years (3:30). Then they look back at this year in TV (14:14), run through a handful of honorable mentions (28:49), and reveal their top 10 shows of 2025 (55:41).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Production Supervision: Jon Jones

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1 hr 32 min
December 12, 2025 Why the Warner Bros. Bidding War Is Catastrophic. Plus, ‘Pluribus’ Episode 7 and the ‘Hijack,’ ‘Paradise,’ and ‘Supergirl’ Trailers.
Chris and Andy talk about the second-season trailers for ‘Hijack’ (1:49) and ‘Paradise’ (8:17), as well as the first teaser for ‘Supergirl’ (11:07). Then they break down the ongoing Netflix–Paramount–Warner Bros. saga and the potential ripple effects of each outcome (13:18). Later, they discuss ‘Pluribus’ Episode 7 (42:24), Andy’s thoughts on the most recent episode of ‘Landman,’ (01:04:04) and the breakout success of ‘Heated Rivalry’ (01:07:46).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady

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1 hr 16 min
December 09, 2025 Golden Globes Nominations, Rewatching ‘Succession,’ and a ‘Landman’ Crash Course With Timothy Simons. Plus, Paramount’s Hostile Takeover.
Chris opens the show by reacting to the news that Paramount is mounting a hostile takeover in the wake of Netflix’s Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition (1:00). He is then joined by Timothy Simons to talk about the Golden Globes nominations and why the awards show can still platform lesser-known titles (4:15). Along the way, Tim runs through everything he’s been watching, including recent ‘Succession’ and ‘Girls’ rewatches (14:55). Later, they discuss the degree of difficulty required to pull off what Rhea Seehorn is doing on ‘Pluribus,’ the show’s biggest fan theories (29:52), and ‘Landman’ S2E4 (48:34).
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Host: Chris Ryan
Guest: Timothy Simons
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Video Supervision: Donald LoBianco

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1 hr 8 min
December 05, 2025 ‘Pluribus’ Episode 6 and ‘The Chair Company’ Season 1 Finale
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Charlie Hunnam and Daniel Brühl are joining Matthew Macfadyen in ‘Legacy of Spies,’ an upcoming MGM+ series based on John Le Carré’s George Smiley spy novels (2:18). Along the way, they check in on the Warner Bros. Discovery bidding war (11:02). Later, they discuss ‘The Chair Company’ Season 1 finale (20:17) and ‘Pluribus’ Episode 6 (28:15).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady

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57 min
December 01, 2025 ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Is Finally Here. Was It Worth the Wait? Plus, ‘Landman’ S2E3.
Chris is joined by Mallory Rubin to talk about the premiere of the first four episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 and how the trajectory of the show has changed so drastically over the years (2:00). Later, they discuss ‘Landman’ S2E3 and whether it’s the most entertaining show on television (59:26).
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Host: Chris Ryan
Guest: Mallory Rubin
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Video Supervision: Donald LoBianco

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1 hr 13 min
November 24, 2025 ‘The American Revolution,’ ‘Industry’ S4 Trailer, ‘Pluribus’ E4, and ‘Landman’ S2E2
Chris and Andy talk about the new Ken Burns six-part documentary ‘The American Revolution’ and his illustrious career (9:08), before reacting to trailers for ‘Industry’ S4 and ‘Y: Marshals’ (21:14). Later, they discuss ‘Pluribus’ Episode 4 (27:53) and ‘Landman’ Season 2, Episode 2 (40:01).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Video Supervision: John Richter and Jon Jones

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1 hr
November 20, 2025 HBO’s Wave of Renewals. Plus, ‘The Beast in Me,’ ‘The Chair Company’ E6, and ‘I Love LA’ E3.
Chris and Andy talk about the ongoing bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery and the news that Netflix’s offer would include theatrical releases (5:31), before reacting to the various renewal announcements from HBO including ‘Task’ and both ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoffs (12:23). Then they discuss the Netflix miniseries ‘The Beast in Me,’ starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys (30:51). Later, they check in on ‘The Chair Company’ (51:45) and ‘I Love LA’ (53:53).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy

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1 hr 10 min
November 17, 2025 ‘Landman’ is Back! Plus, ‘Pluribus’ Episode 3 and ‘Poker Face’ Searches for a New Home
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Rian Johnson is shopping around ‘Poker Face’ with Peter Dinklage replacing Natasha Lyonne in the wake of its Peacock cancellation (7:21). Then they react to the set photos from the upcoming ‘The Legend of Zelda’ movie (18:43), before discussing the premiere of ‘Landman’ Season 2 (25:31) and ‘Pluribus’ Episode 3 (44:56).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Additional Video Supervision: Donald LoBianco

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57 min
November 11, 2025 Is ‘Stranger Things’ the Last Gasp of Blockbuster TV? Plus, Why Netflix’s ‘Death by Lightning’ Is Worth Your Time.
Chris and Andy talk about the upcoming premiere of the fifth and final season of ‘Stranger Things’ and how it’s significantly evolved over the years (7:21). Then they discuss why the new Netflix historical drama ‘Death by Lightning,’ starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, is worth your time (18:11). Later, they check in with ‘The Morning Show’ Season 4 (38:38), ‘I Love LA' (47:17), and ‘The Chair Company’ (49:09).
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones

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56 min