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10 Greatest Australian Comedy Shows of All Time, Ranked

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Richard Roxburgh as Cleaver Greene plugging his ears with his eyes closed in the show Rake

Australian comedy has always had a distinct flavor—dry, self-aware, a little bit unhinged, and completely unafraid to laugh at itself. Whether it’s skewering institutions, exposing social awkwardness, or simply leaning into the absurdity of everyday life, Aussie comedies have a way of feeling both hyper-specific and yet universally relatable. It’s emblematic of our larrikin ways. There’s a looseness to the humor—a sense that anything could happen (to which it often does).

So, while Australia has made some strides in the world of cinema—especially in recent years—it’s important to celebrate the brilliance of our comedic shows. From razor-sharp satires to chaotic character studies, this list represents the very best of what Australian television has to offer. Some became cultural landmarks, while others built their reputations more quietly, but no less deservedly. Together, they prove the strengths of the underrated giant that is the Australian comedy scene.

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‘Rake’ (2010–2018)

Richard Roxburgh as Cleaver Greene plugging his ears with his eyes closed in the show Rake
Richard Roxburgh as Cleaver Greene plugging his ears with his eyes closed in the show Rake
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Cleaver Green (Richard Roxburgh) is a brilliant barrister with a talent for taking on unusual cases—and an even greater talent for ruining his own life. Yet between courtroom battles, personal scandals, and a string of questionable decisions, Cleaver somehow manages to keep going, no matter how chaotic things may become.

Without a doubt, Roxburgh carries Rake into iconic status by delivering a performance that’s equal parts charming and infuriating. Sure, the legal cases provide structure, but it’s Cleaver’s personal life that drives the show’s energy. The writing is sharp, the humor is biting, and the tone constantly shifts between comedy and drama without ever feeling disjointed. It’s unpredictable in the best way, making it an endlessly watchable procedural.

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‘Summer Heights High’ (2007)

Characters in matching outfits look at the camera together in Summer Heights High.
Characters in matching outfits look at the camera together in Summer Heights High.
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Set in a fictional Australian high school, three wildly different characters—Ja’mie, Jonah, and Mr. G (all played by Chris Lilley)—navigate the chaos and drama of school life. Presented in a mockumentary style, the series captures both the students and teachers with equal parts affection and satire.

Yes, Lilley’s series hasn’t exactly aged well given its divisive style of humor, but Summer Heights High‘s impact on Australian comedy is undeniable. The jokes are bold, extremely quotable, sometimes uncomfortable, and yet very observational in a way that captures the awkwardness of adolescence and the absurdity of institutional culture. It doesn’t ever play it safe—but that’s exactly why it resonates. At its best, it feels like a time capsule of a very specific (and very real) school experience.

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‘Deadloch’ (2023–Present)

The cast of Deadloch stand in a corridor and look perplexed.
Kate Box as Dulcie Collins, Madeleine Sami as Eddie Redcliffe, Tom Ballard as Sven Alderman, Nina Oyama as Abby Matsuda, and Naarah as Sharelle Muir in ‘Deadloch’ Episode 5.
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In the quiet Tasmanian town of Deadloch, a shocking murder disrupts the community’s sense of calm, bringing together Dulcie Collins (Kate Box) and Eddie Redcliffe (Madeline Sami)—two wildly different detectives to solve the case. But as more bodies appear, the investigation grows increasingly complex, revealing dark secrets that ripple through the entire town.

While a lot is stuffed into the plot, Deadloch deserves its flowers for its ability to juggle tone without ever dropping the ball. Part noir crime thriller, part biting satire, the show uses its central mystery as a vehicle to explore gender dynamics, small-town politics, and cultural tensions. The humor is sharp, crass, and often unexpected, emerging from character clashes and observational details rather than punchlines alone. It’s a show that can make you laugh one moment and genuinely invest in the stakes the next—something that only becomes more prevalent in the second season.

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‘Frontline’ (1994–1997)

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Taking viewers behind the scenes of a current affairs program, Frontline exposes the inner workings of television journalism—where ratings, egos, and network pressures often take precedence over truth. Anchored by the ever-ambitious Mike Moor (Rob Sitch), the show dissects how stories are shaped before they ever reach the public.

Similar to other legacy shows, decades on, Frontline feels almost eerily relevant. Its satire is precise and unrelenting, skewering media practices with a clarity that hasn’t dulled over time. The humor is intelligent rather than loud, built on character dynamics and ethical compromises that feel all too familiar. It’s the kind of show that earns its laughs through insight, making it as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.

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‘Utopia’ (2014–Present)

Cast of 'Utopia' standing in formation.
Cast of ‘Utopia’ standing in formation.
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Set within the National Buildings Authority, a fictional government infrastructure agency, Utopia follows the team’s daily operations as they’re tasked with delivering large-scale projects—despite endless bureaucratic obstacles, shifting political priorities, and an overwhelming number of meetings that achieve very little.

The genius of Utopia purely lies in its accuracy. Just like other great workplace-sitcoms, every scario feels ripped straight from real life, capturing the absurdity of workplace culture with painful precision. The humor builds through repetitions and escalation, turning minor frustrations into major comedic payoffs. It’s not flashy, but it doesn’t need to be—because anyone who’s ever worked in an office will recognise exactly what it’s doing, and probably laugh a little too hard in response.

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‘Class of ’07’ (2023)

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When a catastrophic tidal wave wipes out most of civilization, a group of former all-girls high school classmates find themselves stranded at their 10-year reunion—now forced to survive together on the one piece of land left above water. Hoping to somehow make contact with the outside world (or at least what remains), they’re left to fend for themselves, building a new society while confronting the ghosts of who they used to be.

Of all modern Aussie shows, Class of ’07 proved to be a surprising standout. Not only did it twist the tropes of the survival genre, but it brilliantly weaponized social dynamics to generate genuine comedy gold. Here, the apocalypse becomes a backdrop for petty grudges, power plays, and painfully familiar social hierarchies that never really left high school. It’s chaotic, self-aware, and often absurd—and yet, a sharp emotional undercurrent lingers beneath the madness. Think of it as a messy tale of sisterhood that’s shown through the lens of a Lord of the Flies-esque reality. How it wasn’t immediately renewed for a second season is perplexing to say the least.

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‘Mr Inbetween’ (2018–2021)

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Scott Ryan in Mr. Inbetween
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Ray Shoesmith (Scott Ryan) is a professional hitman trying to balance his violent line of work with the demands of everyday life, from raising his daughter, maintaining friendships, and dealing with the general annoyances of suburban living. Unfortunately for him, it’s a precarious balance that becomes harder to maintain as his two worlds begin to collide.

While Mr Inbetween often leans into darker territory, its humor is razor-sharp and deeply effective. Indeed, the comedy comes from contrast: watching Ray switch from brutal enforcer to quietly attentive father in the span of a single episode. Ryan’s understated performance gives the show its unique tone, allowing absurdity and menace to coexist seamlessly. It’s funny in a way that sneaks up on you, often leaving you laughing before you fully realize why. A truly underrated piece of the crime genre.

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‘Fisk’ (2021–Present)

Kitty Flanagan sitting at a desk with books and writing on a piece of paper in Fisk.
Kitty Flanagan sitting at a desk with books and writing on a piece of paper in Fisk.
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After a humiliating professional and personal implosion, high-end contract lawyer Helen Tudor-Fisk (Kitty Flanagan) leaves her life in Sydney and relocates to her home in Melbourne. Seeking a fresh start, she takes a job at a small, shabby suburban wills and probate firm, where she must navigate her eccentric clients and equally odd colleagues who don’t quite operate on her wavelength.

Like all good ensemble comedies, Fisk shines in its banter and understated qualities. Flanagan’s performance is built on micro-reactions, dry line deliveries, and a complete refusal to overplay a joke. In many ways, the humor often comes from what isn’t said, lingering in uncomfortable silences and painfully polite interactions. It’s deceptively simple, but incredibly precise—turning the mundane into something quietly hilarious. The result is a show that feels effortlessly funny, even when it operates at the smallest possible scale.

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‘Colin From Accountants’ (2022–Present)

Ashley (Harriet Dyer) and Gordon (Patrick Brammall) sitting in a car, smiling at each other.
Ashley (Harriet Dyer) and Gordon (Patrick Brammall) sitting in a car, smiling at each other.
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After a chance encounter leads to a car accident and an injured dog, two strangers—Ashley (Harriet Dyer) and Gordon (Patrick Brammall)—find themselves unexpectedly connected. What follows is a messy, often awkward exploration of modern relationships, as they attempt to navigate their growing feelings alongside their many personal flaws.

What makes Colin from Accounts so refreshing is its commitment to authenticity. The humor isn’t heightened or exaggerated. Instead, it’s rooted in awkward pauses, miscommunications, and the small, painfully real moments that define relationships. Dyer and Brammall (the show’s writer-creators and real-life husband-and-wife) bring an easy, natural chemistry that makes everything feel lived-in rather than performed. It’s romantic, yes, but never idealized, and that honesty is where the comedy truly shines.

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‘Kath & Kim’ (2002–2007)

Kath (Jane Turner) smiling at the camera while Kim (Gina Riley) stares at her.
Kath (Jane Turner) smiling at the camera while Kim (Gina Riley) stares at her.
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Set in the fictional suburbs of Fountain Lakes, Kath & Kim follows the day-to-day lives of Kath Day-Knight (Jane Turner) and her daughter Kim Craig (Gina Riley), along with their equally memorable circle of friends and family. From shopping trips to romantic misadventures, the show turns everyday life into iconic moments of hilarity.

To anyone who doesn’t know Australian culture, there’s a reason why this show remains the gold standard of the nation’s comedy landscape. For one, its humor is deeply rooted in character, language, and cultural specificity, creating something that feels both heightened and instantly recognizable. Turner and Riley are utter perfection, delivering performances that are endlessly quotable and consistently camp. It’s more than just a sitcom—it’s a cultural touchstone and one that continues to resonate because it understands exactly who it’s portraying and why it’s so funny. Nothing can touch it (even, and especially, the poorly made American remake).











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Collider Exclusive · TV Medicine Quiz
Which Fictional Hospital Would You Work Best In?
The Pitt · ER · Grey’s Anatomy · House · Scrubs
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Five hospitals. Five completely different ways medicine goes sideways on television — brutal, chaotic, romantic, brilliant, and ridiculous. Only one of them is the ward your instincts were built for. Eight questions will figure out exactly where you belong.

🚨The Pitt

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💉Grey’s

🔬House

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A critical patient comes through the door. What’s your first instinct?
Medicine under pressure reveals who you actually are.





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Why did you go into medicine in the first place?
The honest answer says more about you than the one you’d give in an interview.





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What do you actually want from the people you work with?
Who you want beside you under pressure is who you are.





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You lose a patient you fought hard to save. How do you carry it?
Every doctor who’s worked a long shift has had to answer this question.





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How would your colleagues describe the way you work?
Your reputation on the floor is usually more accurate than your self-image.





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How do you feel about hospital protocol and procedure?
Every institution has rules. What you do with them is a choice.





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What does this job cost you personally?
Nobody works in medicine without paying a price. What’s yours?





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At the end of a long shift, what keeps you coming back?
The answer to this question is the most honest thing about you.





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You Belong In…

Your answers have pointed to one fictional hospital above all others. This is the ward your instincts, your temperament, and your particular brand of dysfunction were built for.

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Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center

The Pitt

You are built for the most unsparing version of emergency medicine television has ever shown — one that puts you inside a single fifteen-hour shift and doesn’t let you look away.

  • You need your work to be real, not romanticised — meaning over drama, honesty over aesthetics.
  • You find purpose inside the work itself, not in the chaos surrounding it.
  • You’ve made peace with the fact that this job takes from you constantly, and gives back in ways that are harder to name.
  • Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center demands exactly that kind of person — and you would not want to be anywhere else.

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County General Hospital, Chicago

ER

You are the person who keeps the whole floor running — not the most brilliant in the room, but possibly the most essential.

  • You show up, do the work, absorb the losses, and come back the next day without needing the job to be anything other than what it is.
  • You care about patients as individual human beings, not as cases to solve or dramas to live through.
  • You believe in the system even when it fails you — and you understand that emergency medicine is about holding the line just long enough.
  • ER is television about endurance. You have it.

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Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, Seattle

Grey’s Anatomy

You came to medicine with your whole self — your ambition, your emotions, your relationships, your history — and you have never quite managed to leave any of it at the door.

  • You feel things fully and form deep attachments to the people you work with.
  • Your personal and professional lives are permanently, chaotically entangled — and that entanglement drives both your greatest disasters and your most remarkable saves.
  • You understand that extraordinary medicine often happens at the intersection of clinical skill and profound human connection.
  • It’s messy at Grey Sloan. You would not have it any other way.

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Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital, NJ

House

You are drawn to the problem above everything else — the symptom that doesn’t fit, the diagnosis hiding underneath the obvious one.

  • You’re not primarily motivated by the patient as a person — though you are capable of caring, even if you’d deny it.
  • You work best when the stakes are highest and the standard answer is wrong.
  • Princeton-Plainsboro exists to house one extraordinary, impossible mind — and everyone around that mind is there because they’re smart enough to keep up.
  • The only way forward here is to think harder than everyone else in the room. That is exactly what you do.

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Sacred Heart Hospital, California

Scrubs

You understand that medicine is tragic and absurd in almost equal measure — and that the only sane response is to hold both of those things at the same time.

  • You are warm, self-aware, and funnier than most people in your field.
  • You use humour to get through terrible moments — and at Sacred Heart, that’s not a flaw, it’s a survival strategy.
  • You lean on the people around you and let them lean back. The laughter and the grief are genuinely inseparable here.
  • Scrubs is a show about learning to become someone worthy of the job. You are still very much in the middle of that process — which is exactly right.
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10 Perfect Fantasy TV Shows With the Greatest World-Building

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Ciri (Freya Allan) with a sword raised and Jaskier (Joey Batey) and Geralt (Henry Cavill) behind her in The Witcher Season 3

One of the most crucial parts of any fantasy universe is its world. Fantasy isn’t very compelling if its world feels generic, wasteful, or just isn’t that interesting. Some of the greatest fantasy universes have even gone down in history for their established history and lore, or for how fascinating they are to the consumer. This happens across all forms of media, from books to movies, and even to television.

This is especially true as of late, since fantasy television has seen a massive surge in popularity thanks to the introduction of streaming services and on-demand viewing. With the endless sea of fantasy TV shows out there, some of the truly remarkable do stand out, especially when it comes to their world-building (the process in which it establishes and fleshes out its world). These are the fantasy TV shows with the best world-building.

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‘The Witcher’ (2019–Present)

Ciri (Freya Allan) with a sword raised and Jaskier (Joey Batey) and Geralt (Henry Cavill) behind her in The Witcher Season 3
Ciri (Freya Allan) with a sword raised and Jaskier (Joey Batey) and Geralt (Henry Cavill) behind her in The Witcher Season 3
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The Witcher has been on a downward spiral since the introduction of its second season, but its world-building, at the very least, remains strong. Of course, it doesn’t deserve every ounce of credit—most of that belongs to original author Andrzej Sapkowski, who penned the book series on which the TV show is based. There are so many different creatures in this world, most of them pulled straight from folklore and mythology.

All of these creatures come from tons of different real-world cultures and mythologies, yet they comfortably meld together in this dark and violent world. They appear in their own ecosystems, and wreak havoc on local townships in their own ways. While this world is dark and unforgiving, there is no denying that it does inspire a sense of wonder at how many monsters exist within it, accompanied by beautiful landscapes, and, of course, magic.

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‘The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance’ (2019)

Seladon Gugu Mbatha-Raw in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
Seladon Gugu Mbatha-Raw
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The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance is a prequel series to the original 1982 Jim Henson film, which also had fantastic world-building. The story is set on the planet Thra, a world full of strange creatures from Henson’s wild imagination. Thra is home to the magical Dark Crystal, but one day, it mysteriously cracks, beginning a new era in the world. The power that seeps out of the crystal creates two new life forms: the magical Mystics, and the villainous Skeksis, who begin to wreak havoc across the planet.

The story is told through intricate puppetry and stunning set design, detailing the events leading up to the film. It’s a shame this show was canceled by Netflix so abruptly, because it had no trouble throwing audiences right back into the world of Thra, and expanding upon its already fascinating universe. It’s unlike any other fantasy series ever seen before, due in part to its creative and colorful world.

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‘Deltora Quest’ (2007–2008)

Jasmine in 'Deltora Quest'
Jasmine in ‘Deltora Quest’
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You’ve probably never heard of Deltora Quest, but you’d be forgiven for that. This YA anime series is based on eight books by Australian author Jennifer Rowe, under her pen name, Emily Rodda. The story follows Lief (Ryosuke Sakamaki), an adolescent boy from the city of Del who is tasked with finding the seven gems of the magical Belt of Deltora, which have been scattered across the land. If he reassembles the Belt, he will banish the evil Shadow Lord from the land of Deltora.

Rowe actually wrote a surprisingly vast universe when she wrote her books. Deltora is split up into seven territories represented by seven gems, with each territory having its own distinct geography, culture, flora, and fauna. The show does a really good job of bringing the magic of Deltora to life, featuring all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit the land. The series might be for kids, but it really creates a unique world like no other, and that is endlessly intriguing.

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‘The Wheel of Time’ (2021–2025)

Rosamund Pike in 'The Wheel of Time'
Rosamund Pike in ‘The Wheel of Time’
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The Wheel of Time actually takes place on Earth, albeit a different version of Earth, thousands upon thousands of years in the future. Numerous apocalyptic events have reduced technology back to the Middle Ages, though new things, such as fantastical creatures and magic itself, do exist. Much of the story takes place in the Westerlands, a continent which is home to over a dozen different cultures and nations.

To the West is the continent of Seanchan, and to the East, the Aiel Wastes, an endless desert where the nomadic Aiel people live. This TV show really fleshes out those cultures, especially the social hierarchy present in the White Tower, the home of the sorceresses known as the Aes Sedai. Apart from that, the various cultures actually feel distinct from each other, and have their own little quirks. This show actually does a better job of world-building than most movies. It definitely does a good job of bringing the late author Robert Jordan’s world to the small screen.













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Which Lord of the Rings
Character Are You?

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The road goes ever on. From the green hills of the Shire to the fires of Mount Doom, every soul in Middle-earth carries a destiny. Ten questions stand between you and the truth of who you are. Answer honestly — the One Ring has a way of revealing what we most want to hide.

💍Frodo

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You are handed a responsibility that could destroy you. What do you do?
The weight of the world falls on unlikely shoulders.




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Your closest companion is heading into terrible danger. You:
True loyalty is revealed not in comfort, but in crisis.




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Enormous power is within your reach. Your instinct is:
Power corrupts — but only those who reach for it.




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What does “home” mean to you?
Where we long to return reveals who we truly are.




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When a battle is upon you, your approach is:
War reveals what we are made of — whether we like it or not.




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Someone comes to you for advice in their darkest hour. You:
Wisdom is not knowing all the answers — it’s knowing which questions to ask.




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How do you see yourself, honestly?
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Which of these best describes your relationship with the natural world?
Middle-earth speaks to those who know how to listen.




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You encounter a wretched, pitiable creature who has done terrible things. You:
How we treat the fallen reveals the height of our character.




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When the quest is over and the songs are sung, what do you hope they say about you?
In the end, we are all just stories.




The Fellowship Has Spoken
Your Place in Middle-earth
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The scores below reveal your true character. Your highest number is your match. Even a tie tells a story — the Fellowship was never made of simple people.

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Sauron

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Gollum

You carry something heavy — and you carry it alone, even when you don’t have to. You were not born for greatness, and that is precisely why greatness chose you. Your courage is not the roaring, sword-swinging kind; it is quiet, stubborn, and terrifying in its refusal to quit. The Ring weighs on you more than anyone can see, and still you walk toward the fire. That is not weakness. That is the rarest kind of strength there is.

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You are, without question, the best of them. Not the most powerful, not the most celebrated — but the most essential. Your loyalty is not a trait; it is a force of nature. You would carry the person you love up the slopes of Mount Doom if it came to that, and we both know you’d do it without being asked. The world needs more people like you, and the world is lucky it has even one.

You were born to lead, and you have spent years running from it. The crown is yours by right, but you know better than anyone that right means nothing without the will and the worthiness to back it up. You are tempered by loss, shaped by long roads, and defined by a code of honour you hold to even when no one is watching. When you finally step forward, the world shifts. Because it was always waiting for you.

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You have seen more than you let on, and you say less than you know — which is exactly as it should be. You are a catalyst: you do not fight the battles yourself, you ignite the people who can. Your wisdom comes not from books but from an age of watching what happens when it is ignored. You arrive precisely when you mean to, and your presence alone changes what is possible. A wizard is never late.

Graceful, perceptive, and almost preternaturally calm under pressure — you see things others miss and act before others react. You do not need to make a scene to be remarkable; your presence speaks for itself. You are loyal to those you choose to stand beside, and that choice is not made lightly. You have lived long enough to know that the most beautiful things in this world are also the most fragile, and that is why you fight to protect them.

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You are loud, proud, and absolutely formidable — and beneath all of that is one of the most fiercely loyal hearts in Middle-earth. You don’t do anything by half measures. Your friendships are forged like iron, your grudges run as deep as mines, and your courage in battle is the kind that makes legends. You came into this fellowship suspicious of everyone and ended it willing to die for an elf. That is not a small thing. That is everything.

You think in centuries and act in absolutes. Order, dominion, control — not because you are cruel by nature, but because you have decided that the world left to itself always falls apart, and you are the only one with the vision and the will to hold it together. You were not always this. Something was lost, or taken, or betrayed, and the version of you that stands now is the answer to that wound. The tragedy is that you’re not entirely wrong — just entirely too far gone to course-correct.

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You are a study in contradiction — pitiable and dangerous, cunning and broken, capable of both cruelty and something that once resembled love. You are defined by loss: of innocence, of self, of the one thing that gave your existence meaning. Two voices war inside you constantly, and the tragedy is that the better one sometimes wins, just not often enough, and never at the right moment. You are a warning, yes — but also a mirror. We are all a little Gollum, given the right ring and enough time.

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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (2005–2008)

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Zuko and Aang in ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ “The Firebending Masters”
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Avatar: The Last Airbender does its worldbuilding so well because it’s so simple. In this show, there is a continent on which there are four nations. Each nation corresponds to one of the four elements: air, fire, earth, or water. Sorcerers known as “benders” exist within each nation, which are instrumental in fighting off the Fire Nation’s conquest of the continent. Each nation isn’t just different in culture, but also in geography and overall technological advancement.

For example, the Fire Nation is highly industrial, and is capable of crafting war machines that the other nations do not have. Meanwhile, the Air Nation, who are extinct, were previously nomadic, and rarely settled in one place. Though every corner of this continent is loosely based on East Asian history, there’s enough differentiation that it doesn’t feel homogeneous. This makes the world easy to remember, and easy to fall in love with.

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‘Attack on Titan’ (2013–2023)

Yûki Kaji and Kenshô Ono in Attack on Titan's Midnight Sun (2019) (1)
Yûki Kaji and Kenshô Ono in Attack on Titan’s Midnight Sun (2019) (1)
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Attack on Titan immediately sets the stage in its very first episode. It lets audiences feel the horrifying tension present in humanity’s last refuge: a walled civilization completely cut off from the outside world, and from the giant, flesh-eating titans that prowl the world. But one day, the wall is breached, turning everything upside-down, and prompting humanity to retaliate, in a war for their own survival.

Gradually, as more of the series is revealed, the bleak world becomes more and more revealed, with so much lying beyond the walls, yet remaining completely inaccessible. Attack on Titan does an excellent job of letting the audience feel how oppressive the walls are, and how humanity is effectively awaiting their own extinction, like cattle in a pen. The world has so many great dynamics about it, and it really hooks the viewer with each new revelation.

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‘Pokémon’ (1997–Present)

Charmander, Pikachu, Squirtle, Ash, and Bulbasaur in 'Pokemon' (1997).
Charmander, Pikachu, Squirtle, Ash, and Bulbasaur in ‘Pokemon’ (1997).
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Considering the fact that Pokémon features tons of made-up creatures, many of them having magical abilities, the multimedia franchise can absolutely be considered a fantasy. Like the video game series upon which it is based, Pokémon features a massive world full of the eponymous life forms. There are over 1,000 unique species of Pokémon, with the show deeply exploring how they function in their ecosystem, and the relationship they have with their trainers.

There are also loads of different regions, each with their own unique geography. From the volcanic archipelago of Hoenn to the mountainous Sinnoh, various Pokémon can be found scattered throughout this expansive world. This world has had 30 years to develop, so of course the show would have plenty of time to develop its world. The creatures in it really do feel like living, breathing animals, each with their own personality, habits, and environments. World-building is one of the main reasons why the Pokémon franchise got so popular in the first place, and it keeps it up to this day.

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‘The Dragon Prince’ (2018–2024)

The main protagonists of The Dragon Prince together.
The main protagonists of The Dragon Prince together.
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The Dragon Prince is quite ambitious because it has absolutely no source material to fall back on. Yet, its colorful and enchanting world is extremely in-depth and lore-heavy, and can easily rival some of the biggest and most extensive fantasy universes. The world is effectively just the continent of Xadia, which is at war with itself. Specifically, the magical elves and dragons are at war with the non-magical humans.

Though The Dragon Prince is geared towards teens and young adults, the show has found resounding success with adult audiences, too. The reason is simple: Xadia is a playground for the imagination, chock-full of history that never gets boring to learn about. Xadia is infinitely fascinating, and has yet to disappoint its legions of loyal fans.

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‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ (2022–Present)

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Say what you will about The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, but the world-building in this series is absolutely phenomenal. Granted, it doesn’t deserve all the credit. This is because it’s based on an enormous expanded universe written by J. R. R. Tolkien, who detailed thousands of years of history into his world, known as Arda, or more commonly, Middle-earth. Despite the TV series’ shortcomings, it does bring Tolkien’s vision to life.

It includes all the major bells and whistles that Tolkien included, from wizards to Elves, Dwarves, and even to Balrogs. It also showcases the unparalleled beauty of this world, which is likely why the series saw such massive success. The show might not use this universe to its full potential, but overall, the beauty and immersiveness of this world is part of what makes it so special.

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‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

Game of Thrones, by far, has the absolute best world-building of any fantasy TV series, and it’s not even close. Based on the world created by author George R. R. Martin, the world of Game of Thrones is vast, violent, and full of political manipulation. It is split into two main continents: Westeros in the West, and Essos in the East. Westeros is home to the Seven Kingdoms, and is a den of jackals where any politician could easily find themselves stabbed in the back.

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That’s part of why the world-building in this series is so good. It really lets the audience experience Westerosi culture, and even some cultures in Essos. Of course, it has its fair share of magic and monsters, too, and even numerous religions. This show fully fleshes out the world of Planetos, to the point that it really does feel like an actual world with various nations and continents. The world-building is definitely one of the reasons the show became so popular.

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Netflix’s 2-Part Action Thriller Is So Good, You Can Rewatch It Multiple Times

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Noah Centineo has come a long way from playing the cute jock in To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before — and his Netflix thriller, The Recruit, is proof of his versatility. It’s been eight years since he pulled our heartstrings as a boyish teenage heartthrob. Although the TATBILB franchise ended in 2021, he’s continued to make moves as an actor.

From starring as Atom Smasher in Black Adam to gearing up for his debut as Ken Masters in Street Fighter, Centineo has proven he can handle a couple of punches in the action scene. At the same time, Centineo returned to the beloved streaming platform that made him a star in The Recruit. Playing Owen Hendricks, a CIA lawyer-turned-deadly field agent, Centineo is just as adorkable as his former rom-com persona, but with a lot more bite as he steps into a new phase of his career.

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What Is ‘The Recruit’ About?

Toxic bureau culture, deadly double-crossers, and international espionage collide in The Recruit. The series introduces Owen Hendricks (Centineo), a rookie CIA lawyer on his first week at the agency. Eager to make a good impression, he quickly realizes that, like any office — even the CIA — there’s a sense of superiority among his seniors, making him the complete workplace fool. He’s assigned to sort through a pile of graymail, including overlooked threats the bureau rarely takes seriously, until one message stands out: a letter from imprisoned former asset Max Meladze (Laura Haddock).

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Meladze’s graymail threatens to expose the CIA’s secrets. If her demands aren’t met, she will reveal the identities of U.S. operatives in Russia and Belarus. It’s a lot for someone’s first week, yet his boss, CIA general counsel Walter Nyland (Vondie Curtis-Hall), trusts him enough to send him to a maximum-security prison to negotiate. When Meladze offers a deal in exchange for her silence, Hendricks knows it’s bad news — yet he goes through with it, setting off his crash course to spy work. From interrogating a contact in Vienna to being attacked in Prague, he’s forced to leave the comforts of his office and discover the truth at his own risk.

Owen Hendricks Plays the Perfect Reluctant Spy in ‘The Recruit’

Much of The Recruit toys with Hendricks’ duality. In the CIA office, he’s this meek lawyer who looks like he doesn’t quite fit in with the intensity of the agency. He lacks the cutthroat grit expected of an employee at the bureau. Yet, on the other hand, he seems to have a hidden taste for being thrown into life-or-death situations. As much as he resists being pulled into these missions, there’s an adrenaline rush that quickly takes over. In the CIA’s eyes, assigning him such high-stakes tasks is a major risk — especially since he’s just a rookie lawyer who has never held a gun, let alone killed anyone.

Despite his inexperience, Hendricks’ impulsiveness often lands him in deadly situations. However, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. He may lack strategy and proper risk assessment, but his recklessness fuels a “figure it out as he goes” mentality. He’s a natural improviser — a rare skill in this line of work — and it comes in handy, since there’s only so much agents can predict about their enemies’ intentions. Still, as a newcomer, he gets tangled up in some seriously unprofessional situations. CIA work demands emotional detachment, and that’s where Hendricks fails. As the series progresses, he grows too attached to his future assets — a flaw that is later used to manipulate Hendricks’ judgment.

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Owen Hendricks Gets Caught Up with South Korea’s Spy Intelligence

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While Season 1 is pretty much a CIA-only operation, Season 2 raises the stakes when the agency finds itself entangled with South Korea’s National Intelligence Service. At this point, Hendricks has come a long way from just sorting graymail. The CIA knows what he’s capable of, and his unique skill set gets utilized even more. But at the same time, his rookie status makes his position even more vulnerable. In espionage, there’s no hesitation in disposing of agents when they pose a threat to exposing agency secrets. This typically happens when missions go south — and that’s exactly where Hendricks ends up.

While Season 1 sees Hendricks display more sheepish behavior on the field, Season 2 presents him as the complete opposite. He doubles down on his brashness, which doesn’t bode well when he’s in rival foreign territory. He becomes a kind of beast who won’t think twice about putting himself in danger. Although he evolves into a capable operative, far removed from the sharp-suited lawyer, one thing hasn’t changed: his moral conscience. Hendricks knows where to draw the line with his bosses’ orders, and he doesn’t hesitate to go rogue to save people the CIA deems expendable. He isn’t the perfect spy in The Recruit, but he’s the one the agency needs.

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2022 – 2025-00-00

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Alexi Hawley, George Ghanem, Amelia Roper, Hadi Deeb, Niceole R. Levy, Maya Goldsmith


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30 Best Netflix Sitcoms to Stream Right Now (April 2026)

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Speaking of later-in-life comedy and romance, this beloved Netflix sitcom centers on Grace Hanson (Jane Fonda) and Frankie Bergstein (Lily Tomlin), whose husbands fall in love with each other and divorce them. Facing the shock and upheaval, Grace and Frankie become reluctant roommates and eventually form an unexpected friendship, navigating the trials and tribulations of their altered lives together.

Grace is refined and organized, while Frankie is eccentric and wild — but eventually, they find that their differences make their friendship stronger. They navigate dating, parenting their adult children and even starting a business together, and while they fight, they always have each other’s backs.

Witty, quirky and irreverent, Grace and Frankie comes from Friends creator Marta Kauffman and fellow sitcom pro Howard J. Morris.

 

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Biggie & Tesehki Go Back And Forth After Baddies Reunion Drama

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Social Media Reacts After Biggie Stops Performance To Announce She’s Done Performing With Tesehki Following ‘Baddies USA’ Reunion Drama

Oop! The tension between Biggie and Tesehki is no longer just reality TV tea; it’s playing out onstage and across social media.

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Biggie Stops Mid-Performance Says She Is No Longer Performing With Tesehki

A viral video online shows Biggie performing her track ‘WWD,’ a collaboration with Tesehki. However, when it came time for Tesehki’s verse, Biggie stopped the music and asked the DJ to cut the song short. She told the crowd she would no longer be performing alongside Tesehki, initially citing issues related to the ‘Baddies USA’ reunion.

The tension appears to stem from a moment during the reunion episode, where Biggie got into a physical altercation with castmate Big Lex. Shortly after the fight, cameras showed Tesehki hugging Big Lex—something that seemingly left Biggie feeling blindsided and betrayed by someone she considered a close friend.

As the performance clip went viral, Biggie later clarified her stance online, writing, “Just so everybody knows I didn’t decide to stop performing this song with her because of the reunion. If only y’all knew how weird things got this season. I’m completely all set and absolutely disgusted, to be honest.”

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Tesehki quickly responded, clapping back: “Girl I been stopped performing that song with you 😂😂😂 now you wanna act like you stopped 😂😂 that’s that TV shhhhh we was talking bout…”

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As clips and responses circulated, social media users quickly jumped into the conversation with mixed reactions.

Instagram user @danayaluvvv wrote, “baddies is the exact reason I will not befriend my coworkers 😂😂😂😂”

Another Instagram user @xoxo.myy wrote, “wow everybody falling apart”

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While Instagram user @sexy_shoota609 wrote, “Come on now Biggie business is business leave that personal sh** personal. I do understand how you feel about Sheri from the reunion but that coul’ve been a conversation between yall and Sheki was definitely wrong”

Instagram user @heavenleighdes wrote, “tesehki was wrong idc. You know your friend don’t fight you should’ve took that fade since you such good friend”

Another Instagram user @itss.kyaaaa wrote, “I get being friends with both but to hug her IMMEDIATELY after she got hit is wild ngl it’s like she didn’t even care”

While Instagram user @turkeybeefjerky wrote, “They have zero sense of professionalism she didn’t have to announce that”

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Instagram user @nisimone.ee wrote, “I do not like the way Tesehki act to her friends smh”

Another Instagram user @spoileed.mymy wrote, “I don’t feel bad, biggie thought it was funny when Tesheki turned on her own sister and thought she wouldn’t do the same thing to her 😂”

While Instagram user @butimjustagay wrote, “Are yall seeing Tesehki is the problem? I believe Chrisean and Biggie.”

Biggie Threatens Legal Action If Things Get Physical

Following the online back-and-forth, the situation escalated further when Biggie shared a screenshot of a direct message she sent to Tesehki, warning that she would pursue legal action if Tesehki, or anyone associated with her, caused her physical harm.

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In her caption, Biggie wrote, “And that’s a message to the Zeus Network and anybody else that gets in between. If I get hurt behind this, everybody’s gonna have to pay me, respectfully. This is real life for me, and my feelings are hurt. I was a great friend to this woman, and at the end of the day, I don’t deserve to be hit because I have an opinion. I said what I said.”

Tesehki later responded in the comments of Baddie Tea, writing, “Well go home cause it’s up and stuck! Don’t call or text me, put ya guards up—you and whoever! Simple 😘”

Related: Chrisean Rock Breaks Down In Tears As She Virtually Reunites With Sister Tesehki Following Their Viral Feud (VIDEO)

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Evan Rachel Wood says she still gets 'followed by cars' years after Marilyn Manson sexual abuse allegations

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The actress claimed in 2021 that Manson groomed her as a teenager and “horrifically abused” her for years — accusations that the singer has denied.

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Monique Samuels Fuels Rumors Of ‘RHOP’ Season 11 Return

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Monique Samuels has apparently seen the reports and online chatter about her potential return to “Real Housewives of Potomac” for the upcoming 11th season, and she’s having a little fun with the rumors.

Samuels took to social media to add more fuel to the fire regarding rumors that she will once again occupy a “friend of” role on the show like last season.

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In an Instagram post, on April 24, Monique Samuels, who was a full-time “RHOP” cast member seasons 2-5, appeared to tease her returning “friend of” status.

Dressed in a black full-length gown in full glam, Samuels posed for the photo in her kitchen with a caption that read, “In the kitchen…cooking,” accompanied by a winking kiss emoji.

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Many fans took her post to mean that what Samuels is “cooking” is a return to “RHOP,” a rumor that the reality star has not denied.

Rumors Have Swirled About Samuels’ Return Since She Was Left Out Of The Season 11 Cast Announcement

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Per The Neighborhood Talk, sources close to Samuels shared with the outlet that she will be returning to “RHOP” once again in a “friend of” role. However, neither she, Bravo or the show’s production team have confirmed her inclusion in the new season.

According to previous reports, Samuels was left out of the season 11 cast due to lack of drama surrounding her ex-husband Chris Samuels, who was rumored to have dated cast member Stacey Rusch.

Per Reality Blurb, a source said that “Bravo thought they were going to get some drama from the Chris Samuels and Stacey Rusch situation,” but “The rumored situation with Chris and Monique failed to bring any real drama.”

The source also noted that Samuels’ “failed receipts” at the reunion and her “backpedaling” afterward on social media didn’t inspire Bravo to grant her another season.

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‘RHOP’ Season 11 Drama Is Rumored To Have Already Started

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“RHOP” OG Ashley Darby and alleged new cast member Courtney Ajinca are rumored to be feuding as season 11 continues to film.

Per a post from reality TV blogger Nate Williams the two women recently got into an explosive fight that culminated with Ajinca calling Darby a pedophile.

“POTOMAC SEASON 11 TEA. (exclusively from close source) -Word on the street is that the fierce newbie Courtney Ajinca and Ashley Darby are feuding BAD. Things allegedly got so bad, Courtney called Ashley a p*dop*hle,” the post read.

Williams then clarified that sharing the information was not intended for online users to cyberbully either of the women.

”Let’s be clear, I do not want to send any hate to Ashley or Courtney. I’m simply relaying the news that was brought to me by someone in Potomac.”

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Fans Recently Shared Seeing The The Cast Filming

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Eager “RHOP” fans were excited earlier this month when the cast was seen filming in D.C. Gizelle Bryant, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, and Stacey Rusch were all seen filming at a Washington Wizards game.

It should also be noted that since filming has already started, it is highly likely that Bravo cameras will capture Osefo’s fraud trial that starts in May.

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Huger was last seen during part three of the season 10 reunion, which followed her sit-down interview with Andy Cohen discussing her prison stay, sobriety, and future on the show. She will return to the show in a full-time role after being absent last season.

As for Dixon, she has not appeared on “RHOP” since she was fired after season 8. She was set to appear last season for a celebration of her “Reasonably Shady” podcast with Bryant, who confirmed that Dixon chose not to attend because she was not happy “with how she left the show.”

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’Euphoria’ Upcoming Wedding Episode Has Fans On Edge

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’Euphoria’ Ratings Soar As Criticism Grows

Euphoria” season 3 is in full swing, and the episode that fans have been waiting for since the premiere is just around the corner.

After two episodes of the cast fractured into groups, the highly-anticipated wedding episode will be the first time this season that the entire cast will be in the same place.

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On Sunday, April 26, the wedding of Sydney Sweeney’s Cassie Howard, and Jacob Elordi’s Nate Jacobs will finally air, as the series has been building up to the nuptials throughout the season so far.

The wedding is the key reason why Cassie has decided to become an OnlyFans model, and those highly sexually suggestive scenes of Sweeney’s character have resulted in massive backlash.

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However, whether fans are hate-watching or genuinely excited to see the show’s first wedding, they are making their voices heard.

In the “Euphoria” Reddit forum, fans let loose about the episode, including what they think will happen and what they hope will occur.

“I’m so ready for this episode but I swear to god Cassie will make me die of cringe by the time this season is over ffs their wedding dance looks horrifying,” a Redditor wrote. “The wedding already looks like a disaster and I’m here for it,” a second user shared.

Another noted a moment in the teaser for the episode that pointed to comments from the previous season.

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“Cassie’s mom saying “you’re my masterpiece,” when she’s in her tight white wedding dress, is an exact parallel to Cassie’s parents saying “you’re perfect”, when she was a tween in a tight white romper – just before they sent her out to be leered at and fondled by adult men,” the user commented.

“Okay I’m actually so ready for this episode. Jules’s ‘remember me,’ also having the whole cast together,” a Reddit user wrote. “We’ll finally see what has changed between all of them, and not just in bits and pieces.”

“I have a theory about Cassie & Maddie storyline,” a fellow user began. “I think she won’t screw Cassie during the wedding but after. We saw that Cassie deleted her account after Nate found out BUT from trailers we can also see that it’s not the end of her career…She definitely continued working with Maddie.”

Controversy Hasn’t Impacted ‘Euphoria’ Ratings Success

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According to Variety, episode two of the current third season of “Euphoria,” which aired April 19, amassed 8.5 million viewers across HBO and HBO Max in its first three days. Those numbers match the viewership of the April 12 season premiere. 

Additionally, the global total for “Euphoria” season three has surpassed 20 million viewers to date, which is a 68% increase in global viewership from the second season premiere in the same timeframe.

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“Euphoria” fans were excited when the show finally returned to catch up with the cast of characters as they venture into adulthood via a five-year time jump. However, the backlash came immediately after the season three premiere, as many fans couldn’t get past the scenes of Sydney Sweeney’s character, Cassie Howard.

As part of the character’s storyline, Cassie has embarked on a career on OnlyFans, resulting in her taking very suggestive and highly sexualized photos that many have deemed degrading.

Some critics have also accused the show’s creator Sam Levinson of leaning into “disturbing” and “misogynistic” storylines more than ever in comparison to previous seasons. 

In her very first scene in season three, Sweeney is dressed as a dog, as she pants, eats out of a bowl and is led on a leash. Additionally, the following episode sees her dressed as an adult baby with her legs spread while sucking a pacifier, and also being topless with ice cream dripping down her nipples.

Other scenes feature Sweeney wearing a soaking wet American flag T-shirt without a bra and also dressed as a baseball catcher in only a nude thong. 

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‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson Responded To Dog Costume Backlash

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In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Levinson discussed the trajectory of Cassie’s character in season three.

“[Cassie] has got her dog house and her little dog ears and the nose, and that has its own humor, but what makes the scene is the fact that her housekeeper is the one filming it,” Levinson said. 

“What we wanted to always find is the other layer of absurdity that we’re able to tie into it so that we’re not too inside of her fantasy or illusion — the gag is to jump out, to break the wall,” he told the outlet. “We wanted to capture what she’s trying to show the audience and be inside of it, but then also pull back wider and see how depressing it is.” 

This Is Largely Rumored To Be The Show’s Final Season

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During an appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Zendaya, who won two Emmys for her portrayal of lead character Rue Bennett, spoke on the show’s future.

When asked if season three was the end of the series, Zendaya replied, “I think so, yeah,” before reiterating, “Yes, I think so. That closure is coming.”

Although HBO has not confirmed the end of the successful show, the end is likely near, as multiple cast members have become highly sought after in Hollywood, specifically Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney.

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The cast of “Modern Family”: Where are they now?

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Elliot Page Reflects On The ‘Shame’ He Felt As A Queer Child

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Elliot Page got vulnerable as he opened up about how he experienced debilitating “shame” and loneliness while growing up as queer.

The “Umbrella Academy” actor, who worked on a new documentary focusing on same-sex relationships among animals, said he hopes it challenges what people have long believed to be “natural.”

Last year, Elliot Page appeared to debut his relationship with actress Julia Shiplett, but it remains unclear what the state of their romance is.

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Page got candid about the struggles he endured in his formative years, saying he had to endure shame and loneliness growing up queer.

Speaking with People Magazine to promote the new documentary “Second Nature,” the “Juno” actor expressed how he couldn’t find a place in the world for himself at the time, while also making a case for why queer representation is important.

Page narrated and produced the documentary, which aims to bring to attention the increasingly prevailing reality of same-sex marriage and gender fluidity in the animal kingdom, something that isn’t often talked about.

On why he felt the need to be a part of the project, Page said, “To really have this real, thorough investigatory piece about the reality of this information, the reality of what has been left out and what we’ve not been taught.”

“And I think that sense of growing up as a queer kid and feeling alone — ’cause you feel like you are alone, even, of course, in retrospect, you’re not — you weren’t. You feel excluded, you feel like something’s wrong with you,” he continued.

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The Actor Expressed How ‘Censorship’ Makes Being Queer Difficult

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Page has become a leading voice for transgender rights and LGBTQ+ visibility since coming out as a transgender man in 2020.

In his chat with the publication, the actor pointed out that while dealing with shame, it’s difficult to speak openly about being queer because of “censorship” and “erasure.”

“You’re carrying these bricks of shame, and there are such implications and consequences in terms of censorship and erasure … and this idea that nature is organized around a cis heteronormative system is just completely false,” Page said.

Elliot Page Says His New Documentary Has ‘Incredibly Valuable Information’

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He then said that people will be able to learn a thing or two from the documentary.

“First of all, it’s just beautifully made. It’s entertaining. It’s funny. It’s gonna captivate you, and it’s just such incredibly valuable information. No matter who you are, no matter how you identify,” he told the news outlet.

“And I think it’s [full of] interesting facts that you can’t believe you didn’t know before, but it’s also the ripple effect of conversation that comes from watching this,” he continued.

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“What are the impacts of censorship, and what are the impacts of censorship on art and science and all facets of our society?” Page added.

The Actor Hopes To Help The Trans Cause

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Page has previously spoken about how he hopes coming out and sharing his own journey will help bring more visibility to the trans community and push their cause.

“When I’m walking down the street, and young people come up to me, it means the world to me,” he told People Magazine in 2023. “Them being themselves, having the courage to say, ‘This is who I am, and I’m gonna live authentically.’”

At the time, he also said that he had experienced so much peace and tranquility since he came out.

“It definitely feels a way that I never thought I would get to feel, and that mostly manifests in how present I feel, the ease I feel, and the ability to exist,” he said.

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The Direct Of The Documentary Speaks On ‘Learning About Queerness In Nature’

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The Drew Denny-directed film profiles scientists who have researched more than 1,500 animal species that engage in same sex sexual behavior and parenting, while also calling attention to how this phenomenon is widely underreported in contemporary science and research.

Denny, who also grew up queer, noted that she first got wind of the idea while reading ecologist and evolutionary biologist Joan Roughgarden’s 2004 book “Evolution’s Rainbow” several years ago.

“Learning about queerness in nature, and learning about matriarchal lesbian bonobos, and sex-changing fish, and gender-queer chimps, it’s what did it for me,” Denny said, per People. “It’s what flipped the switch finally to being like, ‘Oh, like, there isn’t anything wrong with me.’”

“I didn’t know how badly I needed that until I read that book and finally felt like, ‘Oh, I get to be here. Like I belong on Earth, no one can kick me out because of this,’” she added.

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