Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 306 of ‘Trying’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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One particularly tough lesson that every new parent picks up on quickly, is that being a parent is hard. Because regardless of how many books are out there on the subject and how much advice one can receive regarding what to do when a baby arrives… there is no real manual or guidance available. There’s simply the school of hard knocks and mistakes abound and that’s tough to swallow. Because parents are held in amazingly high regard in this life and judged harshly if rearing doesn’t work out according to plan and that’s what is wild. It never does. For parents are human too and will make the wrong decision in the name of the right idea and well… all they can do is recover and try again until they get it right.
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But what we don’t talk about enough, is that those same standards and judgements are infinitely more intense for people that wish to adopt or do adopt. Because the welfare system expects them to be flawless and spotless in every way imaginable and any scrutiny that comes their way or any flashes of the flaws, we all carry as humans, can ruin their chances in a New York Minute. If anything, those difficulties were put on full display in the next episode of Trying on Apple TV+. A feat made possible in ‘Feelings Are the Worst’, courtesy of the discovery that Nikki made at the end of the last episode. For it turned out that the sweet old lady named Bev, that Nikki met and discovered was in a family picture, was Princess and Tyler’s grandmother, and she… began to make her presence known. 

In fact, she wanted a sit down with Nikki and Jason, and that led to all kinds of nerves from this duo. To the point where mistakes were being made out of the panic of potentially losing the kids. But eventually, nerves were cooled and the strange meeting in question took place. One that really didn’t indicate that anything bad was going to happen. In fact, Jason had so little worry on the matter, that he resumed trying to buy the flat and scolded Scott for messing with his money via an intense phone conversation and after that call… one that was supremely realistic and relatable, he sat down with Bev to just chat. Thinking full well that such kindness and conversation would quell any further concerns on Nikki’s part, and perhaps bring a new family member into the fold, one that could visit with the kids if all went well. 

But things took quite the downward turn after that. In large part because an offer on the flat was accepted, putting the family out of a home in a couple of months at a critical time. Not to mention, Bev was not as sweet as she seemed. For she heard that conversation between Jason and Scott and saw that as a moment of failure and weakness and called in a complaint about them. Putting the stability of this family in jeopardy and hammering home… just how high the bar is set for parents that wish to adopt. Because you don’t see the state immediately stepping in and informing a parent of trouble when they lose their job or their house with their natural kids. Just with hopeful parents, because they must be perfect, even though no one is. 

If anything, this was just… a powerful episode when all is said and done. Because just like that, there’s a real crisis surrounding this loving couple. One that could bring forth real trouble for certain. Because Bev has painted them into a dark corner, one that not only puts the kids in jeopardy of going back into the foster system… but also puts Nikki and Jason’s relationship at risk. Because Jason’s attempts to keep things going without worrying his love, have failed and the truth is out in the open, and well… that is going to make the wait for next week’s episode as painful as it gets. For now, we are all dying to know what kind of damage Bev has done in the name of impossible perfection and whether or not Nikki and Jason can weather the storm that is about to unleash its fury upon them. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 203 of ‘The Outlaws’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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One particular mistake that most of us will make in our lives, is believe that we can do someone else’s job far better. Because regardless of how keen our minds might be, and how fine of an observer we are, believing that we can step in and outdo anyone just isn’t realistic in the slightest. For the person that we often think we can do better than, tends to have more experience in their field than we ever will, and they also understand the ins and out of the job and how to avoid its pratfalls and well, when we attempt to step up and step in… we tend to be quickly humbled by the experience. One that teaches us that if we truly want to make an impact in a career field outside of our own, that we best learn it inside and out and commit ourselves to it fully, instead of just running our mouths.

If anything, this particular mistake is top of mind today, simply because it is the lesson that our favorite Outlaws came to learn in the next episode of The Outlaws on Prime Video. For when we catch up with the gang here, they are riding high and enjoying the good life as the money rolled in. In fact, they were doing so well, that Rani came to believe that they could continue to improve upon the formula and bring on new staff members. In part because they had the system down, and business was booming. But also, because they were doing such a far better job than Christian that they could easily exceed what they owed and walk away with more money than they could have ever dreamed of. Which led to some new recruits joining the street crew and well, believing that she knew this job better than Christian, brought forth all kinds of trouble.

Because she hired, against Ben’s recommendation, a kid named Tyler. Who Ben had serious concerns about and rightfully so. Because this little goofus thought he could use this new gig to just rob the upscale clients that the ‘Coffee Shop’ catered to. And of course, it just so happened that he took the time to rob Spencer, who in turn garnered the police’s attention on the matter. Which meant the Outlaws had to spring to action. Because eventually, the cops caught up with Tyler and if he sang, the whole operation would come to an end. But thankfully, Greg stepped in and saved the day, but a valuable lesson was indeed learned by the group in this tale. In that, they were the not the experts here and they had a lot to learn before achieving that status, and it was foolish of them to think otherwise.

However, what’s amazing about this episode, is that tough times were extended beyond that particular plot thread. Because everyone dealt with some serious strife in this tale. John for instance, couldn’t find a job and was forced to come crawling back to his father to beg for his old job back. Something that didn’t happen in the slightest, but it was powerful to see him at his lowest here and sadly, a new laundering scheme for the vast amounts of cash being pulled in, led to ugly moments for Lady Gabrielle. Because her attempt to raise awareness for Myrna’s group, was seen as nothing more than a White Savior Moment. One that the press plucked at and that nearly ended Gabby’s career as an influencer, and had it not been for Myrna stepping in and teaching the press a lesson… who knows how this ugly nightmare could have ended.

In this end, it is safe to declare this episode of the show as its darkest to date. Because the characters are being pushed hard right now, and they transformed before our eyes because of that pressure. Since Rani is so desperate to be free of this madness, she’ll do anything, and everyone else is trying so hard to hang on and keep this going and it leaves one to wonder. In that, was this the darkest hour for the Outlaws? Or is this the beginning of dark times for these good people as the pressure continues to rise? Especially when one considers that police are closely watching the streets now. Time will tell of course, but kudos to the show for raising the stakes in a realistic and organic matter and for making it clear how dangerous the drug game can be and well, now that we’ve reached the end of this bleak chapter, it is time to hit play on the next one and see where this story is going to take us next.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the series premiere of ‘Sprung’.
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More often than not, stories that revolve around a former prisoner that has been released after a long stint in prison, are quite bleak and retrospective in nature and rightfully so. After all, getting out of prison is quite the big deal. Where the former criminal must now reintegrate into a world they don’t understand while reconciling the impact of the devastating crime they committed back in the day. But while that leads to some powerful storytelling, the kind that ponders deeply upon the impact of our actions and how crime doesn’t pay… it’s not an accurate look at the release process or life after prison. Since not everyone that gets out committed a horrible crime, nor are they in need of deep introspective moments. 
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Sometimes, folks that made an honest mistake have to figure out who they want to be in the next chapter in their lives when they get out, and it just so happens, that a brand-new show on Amazon Freevee focuses upon just that. For ‘Sprung’ is a story that introduces us to a couple of ex-convicts named Jack and Rooster, who in 2020, find themselves kicked out of the slammer during the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Which leaves Jack without a place to live or an idea of where to go since he was let out four years prior to the end of his thirty-year sentence. But thankfully, an act of kindness from Rooster’s mom, Barb, gives Jack and another convict, Gloria, a place to stay. Wherein Jack can figure out what kind of man he wants to be now and that leads… to quite the refreshing tale.

Because as the days progress and Jack gains perspective on a scary new world he is unfamiliar with in ‘Chapter One & Chapter Two’, he comes to realize… this is his chance to do some genuine good on the flip side of his sentence. Which in turn motivates him to lead this group to commit crimes, that make bad people pay. Because they’re not doing anything worthwhile for the good people of the world, so why not teach them the right kind of lesson? Which leads to some decent paydays and some wonderful moments. Since Jack also gives back and does the right thing, giving rise to a different kind of post-prison story. One that genuinely gives us a reformed criminal that is something of a modern-day Robin Hood and what makes this series even more unique and worth our while… is the fact that it is as funny as they come.

For at its core, this series is a comedy through and through and it delivers on the jokes as well. In part by way of the capers that this team takes on. Since one crime involves teaching a toilet paper hoarder a valuable lesson in humility and the other in this two-part premiere, involves making a pair of crooked veterinarians, that are offering up fake Covid-19 testing to just line their pockets, pay the piper. And the shenanigans that ensure there are just a real treat, as are the characters. Since they’re all plucky and fun and have the perfect quirky personalities to fit this special type of story. But truly, Martha Plimpton does steal the show here as Barb, since her special brand of goofy sass and take no crap mentality, leads to some of the show’s finest comedic moments, and she is wonderfully balanced by Garret Dillahunt’s dry comedy chops here.

Of course, we’d also be remiss to not give a shout to Phillip Garcia (Rooster) and Shakira Barrera (Gloria) for their fine acting as well since they too play along well with the jokes and keep us in stitches. But all incredible acting aside, what matters most about this series… is that it is supremely original and refreshing. Because it is a post-prison story unlike any other out there, and it is timely and relevant and just downright fun, and it draws you in with that aforementioned acting and the wondrous scenarios that our heroes take part in since the world is crying out for people to stick it to the jerks that are getting away with whatever they want right now. Which is a testament to writer/director Greg Garcia’s fine work behind the camera and well… it is simply going to be a true treat to spend our next few Fridays, plunging ourselves into this dynamic and wonderful world, where real redemption rules the day. Until next time.

Often times in storytelling, especially when it comes to new television shows, brave and bold decisions regarding how the story is told, are saved for late in the inaugural season or later seasons down the line. Because the goal of year one is to establish the universe and really immerse the viewer within the rules of the world and the actions and realities of the characters. So, to do otherwise either could confuse or make the viewer uncomfortable, as though the story is rushing toward the end. But now and again you run into a story that opts to take risks and take chances in its opening season and one such show that did that with incredible success, is See on Apple TV+.

Because the second episode in this already grand and sweeping, and bold world, takes some incredible chances with the story in a surprising manner. For ‘Message in a Bottle’ is a tale that early on, appears to follow that age-old edict. After all, only a short time has passed since Baba Voss and his fellow refugees have settled into the sanctuary, and after a surprise visit from Jerlamarel, wherein we came to learn that he has the gift of sight… it seemed as though tons of world building and slow cooking development was going to take place. But instead… this episode took those aforementioned risks and broke all kinds of ‘rules’ in the process. After all the time jump is something in storytelling that is normally reserved for a season finale or a midseason episode, to help shift the story toward new territory that context or direct clues have been hinting at for some time.

But here, we leap twelve years into the future in the middle of this tale, and well… it utterly makes sense to do so here. Because Haniwa and Kofun receive quite the gift in this tale, specifically a box of books and other bits of knowledge that puts them on a different learning path from everyone else. Making it clear that they are special, as is Jerlamarel’s quest in this world. Which means that by shifting time here, we are plunged deeper into this story, and taught that sight and its return is going to play a huge part in the story and well, in the end this is a bold decision that pays off in spades. Because it shockingly feels organic here and it truly does raise the stakes like never before and surprisingly gives rise to some fascinating commentary on our current world. 

Because the twins’ and their abilities here, are shunned and feared by even their parents to a certain extent, since sight isn’t a thing in this world. And how the twins are treated and how Baba Voss and Maghra view them, truly parallels how we in the modern world… treat those that are born with minor differences. For sight is seen as a disability in this world and dangerous, and burdensome and well, that’s a parallel that gives one great pause and forces the viewer to think about how we could and should do better regarding this, since we are all one. Which also makes this a brilliant and thoughtful episode as well, one that still had so much more to offer the audience than surprises and well-thought-out commentary on our modern world.

For this is a tale that also set the stage, for more trouble down the line because of said commentary, courtesy of Gether Bax. Because early on in this tale, his desire to follow the law and God and his outright disdain of sight, prompted him to send out messages in bottles down river. In the hopes that someone would find them and get them to the Witchfinder General and sadly… after a dozen years, that did indeed happen and now it will only be a matter of time before Tamacti Jun, and his forces make their way toward the sanctuary. But before they do, we can bask in one brave and intelligent tale, one that really did stun us in every way imaginable, and it was just wonderful to revisit this important chapter in this story and it does leave one eager to see what other surprises await us down the line, as we continue our journey back through season one of this incredibly original show. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Six of ‘101 Places to Party Before You Die’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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When we think of partying, we think of something quite simple… booze. And lots of it. Because nothing says party like a beer or nine or shots or something chilled and fancy. Simply because alcohol has indeed become synonymous with partying, and it is a standard for so many, if they want to have an amazing evening. But it does beg an important question, in that… is it possible to party hearty with something other than alcohol? Well, it just so happens that the answer to that question is yes, and the proof… was provided to us during last night’s episode of 101 Places to Party Before You Die.

For last night’s episode of the show saw Adam Pally and Jon Gabrus swing by Portland, Oregon to celebrate Adam’s big four-oh and well… upon arriving in this beautiful town, they asked that very question and came to realize that if you’re in a place where the weed flows like water from the tap… you can totally party without booze. In fact, you can just load up on weed and visit incredible dispensaries along the way and when you want more weed… you can also enjoy CBD and THC infused meals from brilliant chefs, giving rise to a new kind of party night, one that actually helped this duo more than they expected.

Because the idea was to party with weed and see if a hangover could be avoided in the process… and the weed worked like a charm in regard to that, and allowed for an epic weekend to take place. One that did include drinking because… let’s be honest… beer is frickin’ delish. But what matters more is that trying something new, inspired quite the unique 40th Birthday celebration for Adam. Since he and Jon took the time to literally forge their own unique gifts to celebrate and commemorate the weekend. Since they made some kickass knives while they were out and about, and they even took the time to get some matching ink and reflect a bit as well. 

For while they were enjoying some amazing whiskey (Macallan 1982 is apparently something we all need to taste), they were able to visit with some old comedy friends and reflect upon the journey, and whilst in Portland, this duo also took the time to get back to their comedic roots. All by taking part in a supremely unique improv show. Wherein a dominatrix set the tone for the show and if by chance she didn’t approve of a particular joke, butt cheeks would pay the price dearly. But it really did allow for this duo to just let loose and go old school before they once again settled in for another beautiful Last Supper meal. One that really did give them a little time to ponder upon a very special and unique weekend, one that truly celebrated Adam’s big day. 

If anything, this was just… an amazing episode when all is said and done. Because more often than not, travel shows in this vein, just stick with the formula, and briefly mention important moments along the way. Because the belief is that the format matters above all and clearly, it doesn’t have to be that way. These shows can break from format a little bit and go a little deeper if they so choose. For the end result is moving and amazing and this episode definitely gives one pause. To also ponder upon the journey and think about what the gift of life has given us, and well, our thanks to Adam and Jon for putting together such an awesome journey and for informing us that it is okay to party differently and well, now that we’ve reached the end of an intimate party weekend, one where we’d be jerks to not say… Happy Birthday, Adam! The time has indeed come to wait for more from this magnificent and original series. One that continues to surprise us, week in and week out. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the series premiere of ‘Bad Sisters’.
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One particular aspect of the human condition that continues to captivate us after all this time… is our ability to actively choose to end the life of another human being. And that act draws us in, simply because… it doesn’t make any sense for us to take part in such matters. After all, we are supposedly the most evolved species on the planet, and our enhanced sensibilities should allow for us to understand that killing another human being is wrong and unnecessary. Yet that doesn’t stop people from doing just that, sometimes in a remorseful and angry manner, and all we can do is reflect upon the act and ponder upon that age old question… why?
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Thankfully though, there are answers we can receive, and often times they are found through storytelling. Since within the world of words and visuals, we can safely work to understand what motivates a person to cross the ultimate line and teach another person the ultimate lesson and it just so happens that Apple TV+ is now host to a story in this vein. For earlier today, Bad Sisters debuted on the network and well… this appears to be a story that is eager to explore what drives people to at the very least… think about murdering another human being and that makes ‘The Prick’ and ‘Explode a Man’ a pair of fascinating tales. The kind that plunges us into quite the unique situation. 

For when we catch up with the Garvey sisters, one of them at least… is in mourning. For Grace’s husband, John Paul has passed away at an extremely young age and well… Grace’s siblings seem fine with this. For John Paul was nothing short of a Grade A, a-hole. The kind that deserved a fate worse than a simple death, but he is dead none the less, and his passing has caught the attention of the men that set up his life insurance policy. Because it just seems suspect to them that a man so young would die when he seemed healthy. Which in turn, motivates the two of them to try and solve the mystery now floating about in their minds. In that, did John Paul die in the manner that the coroner said he did, or is foul play at hand here and if so… was it someone from the family that managed to kill this young and vibrant ass of a man?

Which is a question that brings forth the grand and unique exploration regarding the show’s central question. Because this is a story spends a fair chunk of time in the past, where we can see what a righteous jerkwad John Paul actually was, and his actions are what puts the potential for murder in play. Because he is downright rotten to everyone in his life and says and does horrible things to people. To the point where several of the sisters ponder aloud upon murder and plan to potentially bring him down. Making it clear that consistent abuse and being harmed on a deeply fundamental level, can indeed push a person to think about taking part in some horrible actions, especially when they feel they have no recourse or relief from the situation at hand.

Which will indeed lead to a season of deep musings on the matter, since it seems that everyone has their own reasons for indulging in the darkness. Which should in turn provide us with a supremely bleak and powerful story. One that we should come away from feeling a bit down in the dumps. But alas, this series offers more than a steady and unsettling examination regarding motivations of murder, it’s also a dark comedy, and believe it or not… the jokes here work. Because the funny stuff is genuinely funny and outlandish and unexpected and for proof… just look at the opening moments of this tale and how ‘hard’ they are to get through.

But the humor doesn’t end with erection centric sight gags and goofball moments, there are a lot of awkwardly hilarious conversations and shenanigans that the characters to get into and some amazing twists when it comes to murder plots and well… in the end, the intelligence of this series and its ability to transform a grand exploration into murder into something fun and chuckle worthy, makes this an absolute must see. Because it is a refreshing and unique and fun series. One that engages you with a grand mystery as well, since we don’t quite know if any of the sisters are indeed responsible for the ultimate act and that… will keep all of us glued to our screens as this dynamic season of storytelling, plays out. Until next time.

One thing that fans of television can agree upon, is that 2022 has been a year of endings. Because big show after big show has left the airwaves this year via series finale and well… there are still more to come. In fact, a wildly popular show on Apple TV+ is also preparing to take part in its swan song. For season three of See is about to air on the network and it will be the final chapter of this fascinating saga. One that saw mankind thrive centuries down the line without the use of sight. A plot that has offered commentary on our resilience as a species and how a disability doesn’t make a person any less of an individual. 

But before we bid farewell to this wonderful and compelling show, one that is also filled to the brim with stunning action and adventure and big names everywhere you turn, we here at NTG thought it would be worthwhile to revisit the first season one more time, and really reflect on what made this show the big hit that it turned out to be… starting with the series premiere, ‘Godflame’. A story that quite frankly, did an amazing job of presenting an alternate future without sight, in a compelling and engaging manner. Because this is a story that had the potential to go south quickly if the explanation regarding the end of sight wasn’t handled properly, but that simply wasn’t the case here. Instead… this show handled that just fine through title cards and the actions of the characters and their dialogue. 

In fact, actions are really what allowed for this premiere to shine. Since the stunningly prompt arrival of Tamacti Jun and his Witchfinders, brought about nothing but actions. The kind that genuinely informed us of how the world functions without the use of sight and how well humanity adapted to this surprise. Courtesy of the epic action that takes place, but there is still so much more to this premiere that makes it worth our while. Since it subtly introduces what the characters stand for and how good our heroes truly are and how far they’ll go to fight for what’s right in this messy and flawed world and of course, the wonder of this opening chapter still doesn’t end with these establishing points. Because it also draws us in with some sublime mysteries.   

Since we know little of Jerlamarel at the start of the journey or how he gained sight or why he’s so intent on having others find him, and that completely and utterly draws one in, as did the other uncomfortable introduction in this tale. For this is also when we meet Queen Sibeth Kane, who oddly seems more unstable here than she did the first time around, but that could be related to her wild actions in season two. But this was a fine introduction to a ruthless and outright insane leader, one that will cause great strife and trouble and that instability, and that mystery man, is indeed what compelled the viewer to continue the journey back in the day. To learn the answers to our burning questions and bear witness to how far the queen will indeed go with her madness.

Which makes this, a perfect premiere through and through since it offers so much. Because if you want action and adventure, you’ve got it, thanks to the sprawling setting of a future Pennsylvania and the things that Baba can do with his blade. If you want drama, it’s there too, courtesy of the tough calls made here and if you love intrigue and unique science fiction, you’ll find that as well. Since there are so many grand mysteries to be found here and of course… this story features a stunning setup of a future for humanity, that has never been done before. If anything, it really was a treat to revisit this premiere and its wonder one more time, and it will be equally as fascinating to pour over the rest of season one and all the wonderful moments it sent our way as our countdown to season three continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Three of ‘Showtrial’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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There was a time, where preparations for a criminal trial, were handled in a low-key and noble manner. Wherein the prosecution and the defense, kept their heads down and worked to build their cases, and the only surprises that people would experience regarding the case, was during the trial itself. But somewhere along the line, that changed and the preparations in question became something of a sensation. Where details are now poured out well before the case at hand, so that one side can feel as though they have an advantage and so, the court of public opinion might come into play and sway a jury. 

Which has happened before and that is perhaps why the change has come into play. But regardless of the reason, this is life now when it comes to legal matters and this perversion of justice is top of mind today, simply because it and its impact, were spotlighted in the next episode of Showtrial on Sundance Now, in a surprising manner. Simply because at first, it seemed as though ‘Lady Tease’ was going to provide us with an old school trial preparation story. Since Cleo was working with Talitha’s father to figure out how to potentially win the case, and the prosecution was going over everything with a fine-toothed comb to ensure that their case would be presented without a singular hiccup or worry.

Which is precisely when… things got ugly. Because Dhillon’s mother, wasn’t happy with how this was going or that her son might be locked into a life sentence for murder when she thought he was innocent, despite the ugly confession he put forth in this tale. That prompted her, to unleash a little fury upon the world and smear Talitha to make it appear as though her son wasn’t the monster and that instead… Talitha was a sex-crazed, unstable, and power-hungry nightmare and used her power over men as motivation for murder. A feat she accomplished by making it known that Talitha did a little sex work on the side and that she was involved with Vendler and that he in a moment of weakness, revealed the complaint against Dhillon.

Giving her the ability to influence the end of Hannah to protect her closest friend who did nothing wrong, and well… that went viral and truly hammered home, how these types of moves have changed the game and influenced the legal system like never before. Since that’s all the press was focused on and the people for that matter as well. But as this series is wont to do, it went deeper than its observations on our modern world, by pointing out the very real and dangerous impact of playing this game. For Vendler was basically ruined by this news in every sense of the word. Since his career was toast and his mental state was devastated. To the point where he opted to basically check out of life rather than deal with the pain of being an untrusted counselor.

Which hammers home the damage that can be done, and sadly it may accomplish goals for Dhillon’s mother. Since Vendler was going to be the star witness for the prosecution with his extensive knowledge of this mess and Talitha. But… the impurity of trial preparation has sent this whole case into chaos, and it will be interesting to see where the prosecution goes from here with the narrative out of control. Either way, this was just… another amazing episode of this already amazing series. Simply because it really did raise the stakes in a realistic and relatable manner, since this silliness happens often now, and it also gave us pause… since clearly, change needs to come to this aspect of the legal system. But either way, this was a game-changing tale for certain, one that is going to have a lasting impact on this trial and its purity. Until next time.

One would think, that being this far removed from the era of the Wild West, that our interest in it would almost be nil. After all, it was so long ago and there are so many other incredible stories to tell regarding modern history. But the fact of the matter is, the western and that era, continue to captivate us through and through. In large part because… so few of us understand the Wild West and what it stood for, and the struggles that people went through as they worked to live and thrive and strike fortune in a hostile environment. Not to mention, that era presents a real sense of adventure to viewers, since we also know little of a time where cities weren’t filled to the brim with people and traffic, and where folks were eager to live in uncharted and open territory.

Which allows for these stories to give rise to a sense of escapism as well and it just so happens that a new Western of note is about to arrive on Prime Video. For The English is coming to the network as a limited series and it will revolve around a pair of people that come together in 1890 on their way west. Which should lead to a powerful story about the era and about the human condition and what people sought after during that era, and earlier today Prime Video opted to release some first-look images and a synopsis for the show, and here are those images and those details... to prepare you for what looks to be one fascinating saga.

‘Today, Prime Video released the official first-look images for the upcoming limited series The English, starring Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place franchise, Sicario, Oppenheimer) and Chaske Spencer (Wild Indian, Echo). The series is a co-production with Amazon Studios and BBC. The English is a mythical Western drama, from award-winning writer and director Hugo Blick (The Honourable Woman, Black Earth Rising, The Shadow Line), about two people who come together in 1890 middle America to cross a violent landscape. All six episodes of the series will premiere exclusively in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the Nordics on Prime Video in November, following its UK premiere on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
 
An epic chase Western, The English takes the core themes of identity and revenge to tell a uniquely compelling parable on race, power, and love. An aristocratic Englishwoman, Lady Cornelia Locke (Blunt), and a Pawnee ex-cavalry scout, Eli Whipp (Spencer), come together in 1890 mid-America to cross a violent landscape built on dreams and blood. Both of them have a clear sense of their destiny, but neither is aware that it is rooted in a shared past. They must face increasingly terrifying obstacles that will test them to their limits, physically and psychologically. But as each obstacle is overcome, it draws them closer to their ultimate destination—the new town of Hoxem, Wyoming. It is here, after an investigation by the local sheriff Robert Marshall (Stephen Rea, The Shadow Line) and young widow Martha Myers (Valerie Pachner, A Hidden Life) into a series of bizarre and macabre unsolved murders, that the full extent of their intertwined history will be truly understood, and they will come face-to-face with the future they must live. The series’ ensemble cast includes Rafe Spall (The Salisbury Poisonings), Tom Hughes (A Discovery of Witches), Toby Jones (Marvellous), and Ciarán Hinds (The Terror).
 
The English is produced by Wolf Gait Productions Ltd, a joint venture of Drama Republic Ltd, a Mediawan company, and Eight Rooks Ltd. The series is created by Hugo Blick—who also serves as an executive producer, director, and writer. Emily Blunt also serves as executive producer, alongside Greg Brenman (Peaky Blinders, The Honourable Woman) for Drama Republic. Colin Wratten (Killing Eve) serves as a producer on The English. Global distribution is handled by All3Media International.’

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