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Netflix’s Tense And Tragic 2000s Thriller Is A Manipulative Family Fraud
By Robert Scucci
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Sometimes a thriller is just a little too on the nose, and it loses its ability to generate suspense because you already know all of the beats going into it. 2001’s The Glass House is a masterclass in setting you up for what you already know is going to happen, which is a shame because it’s acted and shot well, but its screenplay never allows the viewer to read between the lines. It’s your classic story about two teenagers getting adopted by their wealthy godparents and given a living situation that seems too good to be true.
As you would expect, everything seems too good to be true because it is. The Glass House makes the fatal mistake of laying all of its cards on the table far too early to allow for a satisfying payoff, and since things escalate quickly, its entire premise gets pushed into absurd territory before you even realize that the antagonists have the last name Glass and live inside of a literal glass house. If you find yourself wondering, “What could possibly go wrong here?” you’ll figure it out quickly.
Those Who Live In Glass Houses …

Showing its namesake in both a figurative and painfully literal sense, The Glass House wastes no time setting up its conflict. Sixteen-year-old Ruby (Leelee Sobieski) and her 11-year-old brother Rhett Baker are orphaned when their parents, David (Michael O’Keefe) and Grace (Rita Wilson), are tragically killed in a car wreck after celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary. After the funeral, Ruby and Rhett learn that they’re going to live with Terry (Stellan Skarsgard) and Erin (Diane Lane) Glass, an exceedingly wealthy couple who go way back with the Baker family.
Before transitioning to their new living situation, Ruby is informed by her parents’ trust fund lawyer, Alvin Begleiter (Bruce Dern), that she and her brother will never have to worry about money as adults, thanks to their parents’ smart financial decisions before their deaths.

Almost immediately, you can tell something is off. Terry makes sexual passes at Ruby, while Rhett is bought off with the newest video game systems to keep him distracted from the familial and financial malfeasance that’s about to take place. Terry owns a luxury car dealership, and Ruby witnesses him being threatened by loan sharks after he talks about his new “personal piggy bank.” Erin, a prominent physician in the area, is seen on more than one occasion shooting up drugs and blacking out in the living room, which she always explains away as her daily insulin needed to treat her diabetes.
Though the authorities eventually get involved in The Glass House, there’s not much that Alvin can do when Ruby voices her concerns to him. Ruby’s private conversations with Alvin, the social workers, as well as her personal emails, are seemingly reviewed by Terry ahead of time, resulting in him always having the perfect answer when questioned about the family dynamic by a third party. We know the Glass family is up to no good, and we know Ruby and Rhett are in danger, so there isn’t much tension baked into the movie. The setup makes no other outcome possible, which leaves you hoping there’s something you’re missing that could actually generate suspense.
When In Doubt, Listen To The Film Score

The biggest issue I take with The Glass House is its patronizing sound design and film score. The music itself is fine and exactly what you’d expect from a thriller, but it also serves as a blunt cue for every sinister thing happening inside the Glass residence. Ruby snoops around while Terry watches her every move, waiting to confront her, so of course the string section is brooding and plucky, with the occasional dissonant piano notes stabbing through the mix. Every single crescendo exists to tell you that a jump scare or reveal is coming.
Terry and Erin are picture-perfect during the day, but the second the sun sets, they’re arguing behind closed doors, and Terry starts doing his dirty work. Ruby begins the film as a troubled, directionless student going through a rebellious phase, and then she’s suddenly the most perceptive teenager you’ve ever seen, clocking all of Terry’s problematic behavior and skillfully manipulating her way out of a horrifying home life.

The Glass House, which is supposed to function as a thriller, has zero thrills because every trope is used to its fullest, and all of them lead to their most obvious conclusion. If you’ve never seen a thriller, it works as a solid primer for newcomers or younger audiences because it wears all of its conventions on its sleeve, which isn’t inherently a bad thing if you’re just trying to familiarize yourself with the beats before moving on to something more refined. If you’re already deep into the genre, though, this one probably won’t offer much beyond frustration.

As of this writing, The Glass House is streaming on Netflix.
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“The View” audience laughs as Sunny Hostin shames guest cohost defending Donald Trump: 'If that helps you sleep at night'
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Sara Eisen and Hostin disagreed after the former claimed the president “does not get coerced by other nations like Israel.”
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“The Madison” and “Dutton Ranch” are both directed by Taylor Sheridan’s longtime collaborator, Christina Alexandra Voros.
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Perfect Sequel To Legendary Action Franchise Streaming On Netflix
By Chris Snellgrove
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Sometimes, blockbuster franchises go so far off the rails that it can really skew your perspective of earlier films. The Jurassic World movies are a great example of this: Fallen Kingdom was a braindead horror movie, Dominion was a lazy nostalgia fest, and Rebirth was a soulless schlockfest. Because of this, many movie lovers have written this franchise off and are waiting for the next asteroid to conveniently make this entire franchise extinct.
However, the film that originally brought all this “dino DNA” back to the big screen is still a very solid blockbuster unto itself. Thanks to a talented director and some solid talent all around, Jurassic World (2015) is a movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat with both CGI spectacle and surprisingly good character development. It’s currently streaming on Netflix, making it easier than ever for you to return to the cinematic universe first made famous by Steven Spielberg.
They Just Won’t Stay Extinct

The premise of Jurassic World is that a new CEO has decided to revive the original Jurassic Park concept, making it bigger and better than ever, despite the highly publicized tragedies portrayed in earlier films. It works at first, and the newly-minted Jurassic World is a hit with almost everyone, including the visiting nephews of the new park’s operations manager. But Chaos Theory wins out again, and once the dinos inevitably get loose, it becomes a race for survival for everyone involved. This includes an experienced raptor trainer, a scheming security chief, and a geneticist who witnessed the rise and fall of the original park.
The cast of Jurassic World is mostly filled with faces new to the franchise, including Chris Pratt (best known for Guardians of the Galaxy) as a charismatic raptor trainer and Bryce Dallas Howard (best known for Jurassic World: Dominion) as the park operations manager and his ersatz love interest. One of her nephews is played by Ty Simpkins (best known as Tony Stark’s kid sidekick in Iron Man 3), while Vincent D’Onofrio (best known for Men in Black) plays a shady security chief who wants to weaponize the raptors. Surprisingly, Jurassic Park alumnus BD Wong (best known outside this franchise for Mr. Robot) returns as the brains behind the ill-fitting park’s revival.
A Dangerous Gamble Pays Off

As with John Hammond’s original decision to bring back the dinosaurs, the studio’s decision to revive Steven Spielberg’s prehistoric powerhouse of a franchise was quite the gamble. Fortunately, it paid off: against a budget of approximately $215 million (some estimates go as low as $150 million), Jurassic World earned a whopping $1.671 billion. That made sequels inevitable, although the next three Jurassic World films could be summed up by Ian Malcolm from the original Jurassic Park: “Now, that is one big pile of sh*t.”
When Jurassic World came out, the general consensus regarding this revival of Spielberg’s blockbuster franchise was that it was good, not great. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has a 72 percent rating, with critics praising the movie for being a visually stunning thriller that’s great for those just looking for a bombastic good time. They did note that this revival doesn’t offer nearly as much innovation in terms of effects and storytelling as the original Jurassic Park. Casual moviegoers enjoyed the film as a spectacle of violent action unto itself, and the film has a notably higher 78 percent audience score.
A Thrill Ride Millions Of Years (And Dollars) In The Making

You probably know all about how bad the later movies get, so let’s cut to the chase: why would you return to the original Jurassic World? For one thing, the movie is a cinematic spectacle that takes the theme park thrills of the earliest film in the franchise and takes everything to a whole new level. There is wonder in seeing these fantastic creatures brought back to life, and there is pathos in seeing them harmed by new threats like the Indominus Rex. Mostly, there is nailbiting intensity as you watch a cast of likeable characters escape seemingly certain death in scene after scene.
Speaking of the characters, the real secret weapon of Jurassic World is the cast: while Chris Pratt is very played out these days, he is at his affable best in this movie, channeling all the charm of Star-Lord and transforming his character (not to mention himself) into a modern-day action hero. Additionally, he has solid chemistry with Bryce Dallas Howard, and their sparking chemistry echoes the ferocious flirtiness of Han Solo and Princess Leia. With these characters, Colin Trevorrow shows that he understands something very fundamental to these prehistoric blockbusters: that the audience must care about your flesh and blood characters before they can care about your next-level CGI.
We’re Just Along For The Ride

Also, if you’re a real fanboy for the original Jurassic Park, Jurassic World wears its nostalgia very proudly, going so far as to include an in-universe character who’s a huge JP fan. Is this just some straight-up member berries fan service? Absolutely. But it’s done so well that this adds extra appeal for any ‘80s and ‘90s kids who grew up endlessly quoting Steven Spielberg’s seminal work (like yours truly).
Obviously, Jurassic World isn’t going to dethrone Jurassic Park as the greatest dinosaur movie ever made. However, it is arguably one of the best films in this long-running franchise, one that will constantly remind you of why you fell in love with this tangled tale of dinosaurs and destruction in the first place. With heart-racing thrills, memorable action, and a talented cast giving it their all, Jurassic World is a perfect little paradox: it’s pure schlock, but it’s blockbuster schlock, and some of the best we’ve gotten in nearly two decades.

Will you agree that shlock, uh, finds a way, or is Jurassic World the kind of movie you’d rather feed to a raptor? The only way to find out is to stream this high-flying blockbuster remake on Netflix for yourself. The streamer is currently showing the sequels, but trust me: this is one franchise that you’re better off forgetting that it ever got any follow-up films!

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Old Technology Will Save The Future
By Robert Scucci
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Tired of every single piece of media looking and sounding the same? Netflix lighting. Overprocessed basslines and drum beats on your favorite songs. That kind of stuff. Have you noticed that movies you rightfully thought looked crappy 15 years ago suddenly look amazing when compared to the slop that’s coming out today? It’s no coincidence. The problem we’re running into is that everybody is using the same new stuff, with the same presets, and getting the same results.
Now don’t get me wrong. I love my new tech. I recently bought a new computer that allows me to work more efficiently. I have a smartphone like everybody else, and having a camera in my pocket whenever my kids do something funny is awesome. New technology is great because it offers convenience and lets you streamline daily tasks in ways that were previously unthinkable.

However, there’s one issue, and this is a big one: all of our photos look the same. Every new TV show looks the same. All of our music sounds the same. We’re gaining convenience but losing personality in the process, which is why I genuinely believe that leaning into older technology will eventually lead us to the creative renaissance we’ve all been waiting for.
Don’t Be A Vintage Snob

As a musician who mostly uses equipment that’s at least 20 years old, I’m technically using vintage gear. The case I’m making here isn’t meant to argue that vintage gear is better than modern gear. Most stages have gone silent, with everybody running amp modelers straight through front-of-house PA systems. It’s great. You can roll into a small venue without lugging in a ton of heavy equipment, dial in your tone, and let it rip. The mix is operated by iPads, and it’s super easy to lock into a room. What I’ve noticed, though, is that everybody is using the same kind of technology now, presets and all. Because of this, everybody is starting to sound the same.
I’m not talking about genre or stifled creativity by any measure here. Great songwriters and performers still exist in droves. They’re all just playing through the same, new stuff in most instances, and you can hear it.
So much so that when I lug out my beat-up speaker cabinet and the discontinued amplifier that powers it, combined with an instrument that has electronics inside of it that are made differently than instruments that are made today, I get compliments about my tone. Here’s the thing. My tone is nothing special or groundbreaking. In some contexts, it’s probably extremely basic. It’s just unique in a world that demands uniformity, and people forget how easy that is to achieve. I have no secret sauce here. I just combined the components I could afford, fiddled around with them for a bit to make them work well together, and got what I got.

My gear is vintage, but I’m not going to tell you that vintage equipment is better and modern equipment is worse. I still use modern plugins when I record at home for the sake of efficiency, but what I use in a live setting is considered remarkable, simply because it’s becoming less common.
Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention

Lately, I’ve been looking for old camcorders. You know, the kind my parents had when I was in high school and my friends and I were trying to recreate our favorite bits from Jackass. Most of these devices, I’ve found, are extremely proprietary. Meaning you can’t just plug a decades-old Sony Handycam into your MacBook Pro and start editing. You’ll need a multitude of adapters and some patience to convert the footage so it works on a modern workstation. In some cases, you’ll even need to convert tape to digital just to watch the footage on a modern display.
But that’s where the magic happens.
That old equipment you used to plug into your TV via AV cables can now be edited using modern apps like CapCut and DaVinci Resolve. That grainy aesthetic you were looking for is real instead of created with preset filters. Congratulations. You put some work in, and now you have something unique compared to your peers.

The reason The Hateful Eight looks so amazing is because Quentin Tarantino sought out vintage Ultra Panavision 70 lenses, which are exceedingly rare today. Because of the extra effort put into the production, which required extensive workarounds, like adapting to extreme weather and harsh lighting conditions, the 2015 film looks like a classic roadshow from the 60s.
Out With The New, In With The Old

We live in a time where technology changes faster than we can keep up with it. It’s exciting, sure, but it’s also incredibly easy to fall into the preset trap that makes it impossible to stand out. Sitting here writing this, I’m beyond glad I have a word processor and a mechanical keyboard that allow me to work quickly and hit deadlines. But the ancient typewriter sitting in the other room opens up an entirely different creative headspace when I need to think about a project more deliberately.
My typewriter is louder than the final showdown in Dunkirk, and I can only bust it out when I know I’m not going to annoy the hell out of my family with it. When I intend to start blasting out words with machine-gun cadence and reckless abandon, I suddenly realize I have to be more careful. The thing doesn’t have a working backspace key. The keys sit at a steep incline, making it brutal on the wrists over extended periods of time. The hammers lock together if I type too fast. I’m forced to slow my roll and type with intention thanks to those limitations, and sometimes that’s all you need to find the perfect word for the page. Those words may never get published, but there’s something to be said about tinkering with old technology to create something new.

Maybe those typed pages get scanned, drawn on, rendered in Photoshop, and manipulated long after the ink dries. It may not be high art, but it’s allowed to exist on its own terms.
The moral of the story is that we need to tinker. We need to be curious and think past the presets. Modern tech isn’t going away, nor should it. But when you stop and think about how to use something with its own unique set of limitations, the world opens up. Even better, when you learn how to combine these things, the sky’s the limit.
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‘Mormon Wives’ Want Taylor Frankie Paul To Get Help, Not Fired
Taylor Frankie Paul has sparked extreme reaction and harsh criticism following the domestic violence allegations against her, but apparently, her fellow #MomTok members are championing her well-being.
Reportedly, the cast of Hulu’s hit reality series, “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” doesn’t want Paul fired from the show, but wants her to put her mental health first.
‘Mormon Wives’ Cast Want Taylor Frankie Paul To Get Help, Not Fired From Show

According to TMZ, #MomTok wants to survive this. Per the outlet, the show’s cast reportedly doesn’t want Taylor Frankie Paul axed, but they want her to take some time away from filming to get help.
Sources connected to the show said that all of #MomTok is on Paul’s side and “rooting for her to work through her issues, but feel production and Hulu haven’t done enough to push her in that direction.”
The source also told the outlet that, in addition to the cast wanting Paul to remain on the show, they don’t believe the possibility of her being fired has even been floated.
As of now, there is no word on when filming will resume, but the “Mormon Wives” cast is so frustrated with production that communication has stopped. There were reportedly only a few weeks left of filming for season 5, but currently, there is no update on whether the season will be completed.
Previous Reports Said The Cast Was Refusing To Film With Paul Amid Domestic Violence Allegations
The domestic violence allegations against Paul reportedly caused the “Mormon Wives” cast to completely distance themselves from her. “None of the women want to be associated with her,” an inside source connected to the show told PEOPLE.
The behind-the-scenes drama on the show, which was initially not revealed, was discovered to be a domestic violence incident between Paul and Mortensen, who are also parents to son, Ever.
An inside source connected to the show confirmed the production pause. “They are not filming,” the source said. “Taylor [Frankie Paul] has some pretty serious stuff happening regarding her past, and they will see what happens. Until that resolves, they are off.”
Mayci Neeley And Mikayla Matthews Shared Paul Was In A Better Mental Space Filming ‘The Bachelorette’

Mere days before the news of domestic violence allegations against Paul circulated, “Mormon Wives” cast members Mayci Neeley and Mikayla Matthews spoke exclusively with Us Weekly about Paul’s mindset while filming “The Bachelorette.”
“While filming, we were able to see her, and you could tell while filming [‘The Bachelorette’] that she was in a better mindset,” Neeley told the outlet.
As for Matthews, she said that while she initially felt that Paul “wasn’t ready” for the show, she was excited to watch her journey.
“That was an opportunity for her to be forced to be away from the toxic cycle that she was in with Dakota, at least for a period of time, to hopefully figure out what she wants and what she needs,” she said. “I’m excited to watch ‘The Bachelorette’ back, because I don’t know [what happened].”
Taylor Frankie Paul Speaks In First Television Appearance Since The Allegations
On Wednesday, March 18, Taylor Frankie Paul sat down for an exclusive interview with “Good Morning America” to address the domestic violence allegations against her, as well as promote the March 22 premiere of “The Bachelorette” that is still set to air as planned.
Speaking with ‘GMA’ co-host Lara Spencer, Paul shared that at the moment things for her feel like “the end of the world.”
“It’s hard to see past this — I’m not going to lie — in this moment, it’s just so heavy,” Paul said. “When your life is broadcasted out there in these headlines, it’s like the end of the world, that’s what it feels like — I’m not going to lie. I will say I’ve been here before and I got through it, and I’ve shared my story and my light, and I’m hoping I can do that again.”
Paul admitted that things are “heavy” right now despite her being mere days away from her “Bachelorette” debut.
“Honestly, it’s been a heavy time to see the headlines, especially during this time of ‘The Bachelorette’ being released, and it’s supposed to be a really exciting time,” she added, while also stressing that her children come first.
“I’m a person that will always speak my truth and that’s what I’m known for and so when the time is right, I will be,” she said. “But right now just trying to be in the present moment and focus on this.”
Taylor Frankie Paul And Dakota Mortensen Both Have Domestic Violence Claims Against Each Other

According to PEOPLE, the Draper City Police Department confirmed to the outlet that an open “domestic assault investigation” exists between Paul and Mortensen.
Per the police department’s spokesperson, “allegations have been made in both directions” and “contact was made with involved parties on [Feb] 24th and 25th.”
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Whoopi Goldberg announces she goes bar-hopping, has 'hit and run' sex when she 'needs it'
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Goldberg, who doesn’t want anyone in her house, confirmed that she’s currently single after her granddaughter claimed the star dated a billionaire in his 90s.
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Ryan Seacrest reveals he's on Tinder after loved-up “Wheel of Fortune ”contestants leave him feeling 'lonely'
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The host previously dated model Aubrey Paige and dancer Julianne Hough.
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What Ryan Seacrest Has Said About Marriage, Starting Family
Ryan Seacrest’s status as a long-term bachelor has led to plenty of headlines over the years as he’s navigated dating, family life and pressure to settle down.
The American Idol host has had a series of high-profile romances, even while trying to keep much of his personal life private. He dated model Shana Wall from 2003 to 2005 and spent three years with Julianne Hough. Seacrest has also been romantically linked to Shayna Taylor, Renée Hall, Aubrey Paige and more over the years.
While he’s never actually been married, he’s had some close calls over the years — and contemplated his own future along the way.
Keep scrolling to learn what Seacrest has said about marriage, having a family and everything in between.
Being Single

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images
Seacrest cracked a joke about being single during season 23 of American Idol, reacting to a performance by contestant Thunderstorm Artis.
“Well done,” he said on the May 2025 episode. “It is a beautiful song with beautiful lyrics. I just printed them out backstage. ‘Your green eyes are soft like the summer and your touch can put out the embers of my burning heart from that gray December.’ I’ve never been more depressed to be single than right now in this moment.”
Artis performed the song “Out of the Blue” as a Mother’s Day tribute to his wife, Faith.
Having Kids
Seacrest explained in a 2021 interview with the Wall Street Journal that he eventually wants kids — but for now, he is focused on living in the present.
“I haven’t even gone down that path, which is nuts at my age,” he said. “I think in the last year, it’s become clear to me that yes, I do want to do that. … I want to be available and present.”
Meanwhile, Seacrest remains close with his family, which includes his sister, Meredith, and mother, Constance Marie Zullinger. He said in 2022 that the relationships he already has are enough.
“I’m happy. I’m happy in the present moment,” he told Lisa Rinna during an episode of Live With Kelly and Ryan. “I don’t think about anything else. Why push it? I think having kids at the right time would be great. I have a fantastic family, a very small family. I have a niece, [my sister] Meredith has a daughter. My parents have been married 52 and a half years, so that’s a high bar. So that’s in my head.”
He added that his mom has “given up” on wanting grandchildren from him.
Still Time to Get Married

Ryan Seacrest hosting Dick Clark New Year’s Rockin’ Eve Jeff Neira / ©ABC
Seacrest discussed the inevitable proposals that he would see in the crowd in Times Square on New Year’s Eve during a December 2024 appearance on Good Morning America.
“There’s still time for me,” he joked of an eventual trip down the wedding aisle.
ABC correspondent Will Reeve replied, “You’ve got this, Ryan. We won’t rush you, though.”
‘How Do I Do That?’
Seacrest told listeners to his radio show, On Air With Ryan Seacrest, in October 2020 that watching his friends’ kids get excited for Halloween helped him decide that he wants to be a dad one day.
“It was weird because Halloween changed me,” he said. “I said a few weeks ago, ‘I’m not so into it,’ and then I saw some of my friends’ kids get excited about it. Then I see my niece, and she’s so beautiful. Then I see you [Sisanie] with twins, and I see how happy you are, and I would never in a million years — actually if you asked me when I was 40 a few years ago ‘Do you want kids?’ [I’d say], ‘I don’t know’ — and now, all of a sudden, all I can think about is, ‘Wow, how do I do that? I’m getting older. What are the options?’”
Almost Getting Engaged

Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest on the set of Live With Kelly and Ryan Jeff Neira / ©ABC
Cohost Kelly Ripa asked Seacrest on a May 2017 episode of Live With Kelly and Ryan whether he has ever been engaged. While the Wheel of Fortune host said he had not, he revealed he once came close.
“I did get close and I didn’t do it and it was the right move,” he explained. “But I love the idea — and I know you’re going to ask me — of marriage because my parents have been married for 47 years, and so I have this thing — and you’ve been married 21.”
Following His Parents’ Example
If Seacrest does decide to settle down, he has already set some pretty high standards for himself in the romance department. He explained that he views his own parents and their marriage as an example to follow, and the years he has spent looking up to them has set “a high bar.”
“My parents [have] been married for 47 years, and so I have this thing …” He explained to Ripa in May 2017. “The truth is, I have this thing that I don’t want to screw it up and a lot of times, they get screwed up and so I figure, the longer I wait, the older I’ll be, the closer to death I am, so I can get it in, and not screw it up.”
Online Dating
During a March 2026 “Love Is in the Air”–themed episode of Wheel of Fortune, Seacrest hinted that he was looking for love via the dating app Tinder.
“I love ‘Love Is in the Air.’ I am so excited to watch all of these shows. And I’ll be on Tinder tonight so I can find it,” he told cohost Vanna White, joking that he was “so lonely up here” as a single man among the couples participating on the episode.
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Family Guy Spinoff Starring Fan-Favorite Character Confirmed
By TeeJay Small
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If you’re the kind of adult who enjoys cartoon violence, cutaway gags, and thick New England accents, you’re more than likely familiar with the comedy stylings of Seth MacFarlane. The decorated humorist has been churning out television gold for decades now, having created such hits as Family Guy, American Dad, The Orville, and the Ted franchise. Now, thanks to an exclusive report from Deadline, we can confirm that Seth MacFarlane’s next outing will be a Family Guy spinoff show titled Stewie, which will center around the eponymous foul-mouthed toddler.
Stewie Griffin has obviously been a fan-favorite Family Guy character since the show premiered back in 1999, as evidenced by the fact that he’s become the center of more and more episodes as the seasons have progressed. Even still, this news feels a bit odd, considering many fans agree that Family Guy is far past its prime. It seems that the most appropriate time to develop a Stewie-centric spinoff show might have been during the early 2000s as the raunchy animated hit was gaining cult status through DVD sales, or in 2009 when the Griffins’ neighbor Cleveland Brown got his own oft forgotten spinoff.
Family Guy Meets Magic School Bus?

Seth MacFarlane will continue voicing Stewie Griffin in the new show, with a host of Family Guy alumnus expected to rotate into the fold depending on the setting of each episode. Still, most of the Griffin family will be absent from the bulk of the series, as the new show will follow Stewie enrolling in a new preschool. Along the way, the evil transatlantic mastermind will interact with a host of other schoolchildren, and a talking turtle who will serve as the class pet. Each episode will see Stewie whipping out some kind of sci-fi invention, which he can use to transport the class through space and time, like a foul-mouthed reimagining of The Magic School Bus.
According to the Deadline report, Stewie will premiere on Fox in the Fall of 2027, with episodes streaming the next day on Hulu and Disney+. The series has been given a two season order, with expectations that it will run alongside Fox’s lineup of adult animated staples such as The Simpsons and Bob’s Burgers. With plans to run both Stewie and Family Guy through 2029, it seems clear that Fox has no interest in closing the door on the Quahog crew, even as the latter series rounds out its 24th season this May.
Family Guy’s Lasting Legacy

Though the series has been running for nearly three decades, Family Guy remains a ratings darling. In 2025 alone, the irreverent animated sitcom reportedly clocked over 3 billion minutes of total watch time, making it one of the most popular streaming programs in the country. For now, it remains to be seen if Stewie Griffin will continue to bolster adventures on Family Guy, or if the bulk of his storylines will be switched over to Stewie, relegating him to a glorified background character in future seasons of the original show.
Either way, the news of this spinoff will surely inspire old fans to return to the Griffin family’s household, especially considering the success of Seth MacFarlane’s other recent projects. Peacock’s Ted prequel series in particular has drawn heads, as the show provides a lot of the same wit, humor, and vulgarity that made Family Guy such a major hit in the first place. If the new Stewie series showcases the same level of care in the writing and storylines, it stands to reason that it might become an instant hit with new and returning audiences alike.
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Laurie Hernandez Says Her 2016 ‘Final Five’ Olympic Teammates Are Ready for Her ‘& Juliet’ Broadway Debut
Best friends forever! Laurie Hernandez made her Broadway debut in & Juliet at the Sondheim Theatre in New York City on March 17, and don’t be surprised if her 2016 “Final Five” Olympic teammates are in the audience.
The two-time Olympic medalist joined the show’s musical ensemble in the featured dance role of Charmion for performances through June 14, 2026, and Madison Kocian, Simone Biles, and Aly Raisman can’t wait to grab a seat.
“The moment my Broadway debut was announced, Maddie, Simone, and Aly texted our group chat to see when they could come,” Hernandez told ET.
“We haven’t landed on dates yet, but there’s been a lot of support there. It’s felt really nice.”
From the gym to the stage, some things never change, including the athlete’s pre-show mindset.
“Growing up, I had a lot of performance anxiety, so early on I had to learn so many different tools to cope with that and understand the way my brain works,” she shared.
“I gained a toolbox, so whenever I was nervous or feeling like the pressure was on, I knew what tools to turn to, and I’m using those same things for my Broadway debut.”
That routine still includes a little pre-show hype.
“When I was competing, before any competition, I’d always sit with my teammates and blast music,” she dished. “That’s what we do backstage at the theater too, so the process is actually kind of similar.”
Luckily, the author has a whole new team behind her this time.
“Everyone has been celebrating the fact that it’s my Broadway debut, and even if they’ve been in two, three, or four shows before this, their excitement about getting to do this every night is contagious,” Hernandez revealed.
“Once I have that support and energy from my peers, I’m ready to try anything I’ve never done before. … I love new environments and trying new things when I know there’s a support system there to catch me if I take a left turn.”
Of course, not everything translates from her Olympic life.
“As a gymnast, I had 11 years to train for something that was essentially only a couple minutes long,” she explained. “For & Juliet, I’ve had about three weeks to train for something that is 2.5 hours long, so I’m trying to figure out how I know when I’m ready.”
As Hernandez finds her rhythm, she’s taking care of her body.
“I’ve been using a travel-size Theragun muscle massager and that’s been changing my life,” she revealed. “It’s small enough to slip into my purse, so I’ve been able to use it to warm up and cool down. It’s literally been saving my muscles. That, and a really good moisturizer, since I’m sweating a lot more than I have in a long time.”
From there, the season 23 Dancing With the Stars winner feels ready to take the stage.
“At the end of the day, I’m so excited to get out there and keep the energy moving. … I think it’s going to be a lot of fun connecting with audiences every single night,” she spilled.
Created by David West Read, & Juliet imagines what would happen if Juliet hadn’t ended it all over Romeo and instead got a second chance at life and love on her own terms. The story comes to life through a playlist of pop songs by Max Martin, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “I Want It That Way,” “Confident,” and more. The production is direction by Luke Sheppard, with choreography by Jennifer Weber.
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