The Watch

Chris and Andy preview the forthcoming DCU show ‘Lanterns.’ They talk about the long road to getting the show made and how fewer and fewer superhero TV shows are actually making it to our screens (4:07). Along the way, they react to the first two episodes of ‘The Shards,’ an FX adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's novel (25:48). Later they discuss ‘Furious’ Episode 5 (44:17), then wrap the show with The Watch: After Dark (a.k.a. CR’s thoughts on ‘Lioness’ Season 3) (01:00:45). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the X-Men casting rumors and why they’re excited for the upcoming reboot film (7:05). Then they share their thoughts on ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ (19:09). Later, they discuss the ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 finale (44:53). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy take a look back at Anthony Bourdain’s storied career, inspired by the upcoming release of ‘Tony,’ starring Dominic Sessa as the beloved chef. They discuss their personal relationship to Bourdain (and his shows), his outsized culinary influence across television, and the lasting impact of his work (2:34). Later, they put together a list of their favorite episodes from his time on television (40:14). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy and Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy open up the mailbag to answer listener questions on the ‘Task’ and ‘Mare of Easttown’ shared universe, LeBron James joining the Sixers, the trend of bad TV theme songs, the truth behind the success of ‘Widow’s Bay,’ their favorite books of the year, and much more (5:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy discuss the news that Netflix has acquired the rights to five more years of ‘The Walking Dead’ and what that tells us about the direction the streamer is going in (05:10). Then they do a short preview of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ (20:10), before talking about why you should be watching ‘Furious,’ the new Hulu crime show starring Emmy Rossum and Scoot McNairy (31:38). Subscribe to the ⁠Ringer TV YouTube channel⁠ here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producer: Kaya McMullen Editing and Engineering: Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy react to the news that LeBron will be coming to the Sixers (0:40). Then they break down all of the news that came out of ComicCon over the weekend including David Jonsson being announced as the new Black Panther (10:42) and the trailers for ‘Lanterns’ (30:20), ‘Neuromancer’ (35:12), and ‘Blade Runner 2029’ (39:34). Then they talk about where ‘The Agency’ succeeded and failed in its second season (45:44) before recapping the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ (01:09:24). Subscribe to the ⁠Ringer TV YouTube channel⁠ here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producer: Kaya McMullen Engineering and Editing: Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the full trailers for ‘Clayface’ (6:15) and ‘Resident Evil’ (13:51), before addressing the online discourse around ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ (18:20). Then they talk about how the prolific British screenwriter Jez Butterworth may be poised to become the next Taylor Sheridan for Paramount (33:12). Later, they share their thoughts on ‘The Odyssey’ and how the movie has become the summer blockbuster (44:18). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer (3:49), the news that Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ reboot could premiere in movie theaters (14:49), and the end of Netflix’s biannual viewership reports (18:49). Then they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 5 (33:33) and the release of ‘The Prisoner,’ the 1967 British cult classic on the Criterion Channel (51:10). Later, they react to the rumors that Rachel Cusk’s next novel is about Natalie Portman (01:03:21). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the trailers for Tony Gilroy’s ‘Behemoth!’ (10:51) and Ryan Murphy’s adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’s novel ‘The Shards’ (16:26). Then they reveal their favorite shows of the year so far, including everything from ‘Industry’ and ‘The Pitt’ to ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ and ‘Beef,' and they reflect on the year in television up until this point (20:09). Later, The Watch: After Dark (0:00). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about Apple’s surprising Emmy turnout, the Outstanding Drama Series nominations, the state of comedy, and more takeaways from this year’s slate of Emmy nominations (2:50). Then they talk about the surprising lack of summer TV and the potential reasons behind it (20:27). Later, they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 4 (32:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Host: Chris Ryan Guest: Joanna Robinson Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy talks about the most notable surprises and snubs from the 2026 Emmy nominations (2:48). Later, he is joined by ‘Star City’ cocreators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert to discuss why they felt drawn to making a spy drama in the world of ‘For All Mankind,’ how ‘Chernobyl’ influenced the show, shooting in Eastern Europe, and more (19:06). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Host: Andy Greenwald Guests: Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy and Jason Arreola Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the World Cup match between England and Mexico (1:10) and the ways the World Cup may be affecting the box office performance of movies like ‘Minions & Monsters’ (8:32). Then they discuss ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 3 (17:13) and ‘Star City’ Episode 7 (38:47). Later, they check back in on ‘The Agency’ Season 2 (52:20). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 2 (8:19). Then they break down the rest of ‘The Bear’ Season 5 and share their feelings on the series as a whole (34:38). Later, they discuss ‘Star City’ Episode 6 (01:07:41). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Jason Arreola The Ringer is committed to responsible trading. Please visit⁠ to learn more about the resources and helpline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the widely negative critical response to ‘Supergirl’ and what it says about the state of comic book movies (3:22). Then, inspired by the full season releases of both ‘The Bear’ and ‘The Agency,’ they talk about how the binge-drop model affects each show (21:59). Later, they discuss the first episode of ‘The Agency’ Season 2 (34:29) and the first three episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 5 (46:16). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about their feelings around ‘Toy Story 5’ (7:44) and the somewhat surprising cancellation of Netflix’s ‘The Boroughs’ (13:59). Then they break down the ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 premiere (28:36). Later, they discuss ‘Star City’ Episode 5 (55:43). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (01:05:11). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ trailer (2:10), before diving into the ‘Widow’s Bay' finale (15:47). Then they are joined by series creator Katie Dippold and multi-episode director Hiro Murai to discuss the ‘Widow’s Bay’ finale, the origin of the script, marrying comedy with horror, deepening the island’s lore, and so much more (31:20). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guests: Katie Dippold and Hiro Murai Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the busy weekend in sports, from the many World Cup games to the Knicks winning the Finals (2:43), before reacting to the ‘Lioness’ Season 3 teaser (12:34). Then they discuss what is shaping up to be a late-summer TV drought and why the Emmys' disproportionate influence on the calendar may be causing it (20:32). Finally, inspired by Andy’s experience watching ‘Weapons,’ (28:47) Chris gives him a handful of horror-adjacent recs (36:33). Finally, they break down ‘Star City’ Episode 4 (45:57). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy opens by reacting to the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 release date (3:59), the announcement of ‘Tucci in Great Britain’ (5:22), and the phenomenon behind ‘The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act’ (7:52). Then he and Chris discuss the penultimate episode of ‘Widow’s Bay’ and why it felt like a tonal shift for the series (15:39). Later, Andy is joined by ‘Top Chef’ host and executive producer Gail Simmons to talk about the Season 23 finale (32:55). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guest: Gail Simmons Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy The Ringer is committed to responsible trading. Please visit to learn more about the resources and helpline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the Knicks' historic playoff run ahead of Game 3 (3:46) before recommending a pair of documentaries in Netflix’s ‘Marty, Life Is Short’ (8:18) and HBO’s ‘The Dark Wizard’ (13:26). Then they discuss the recent abundance of Apple TV shows and what it says about the state of streaming television (15:51). Later, they break down the ‘Cape Fear’ series premiere (22:27) and ‘Star City’ Episode 3 (49:56). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy and Jason ArreolaApple Owns TV Right Now. Is That a Good Thing? Plus, ‘Cape Fear’ Series Premiere and ‘Star City’ Episode 3. Chris and Andy talk about the Knicks' historic playoff run ahead of Game 3 (3:46) before recommending a pair of documentaries in Netflix’s ‘Marty, Life Is Short’ (8:18) and HBO’s ‘The Dark Wizard’ (13:26). Then they discuss the recent abundance of Apple TV shows and what it says about the state of streaming television (15:51). Later, they break down the ‘Cape Fear’ series premiere (22:27) and ‘Star City’ Episode 3 (49:56). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy and Jason Arreola Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Chris and Andy talk about the latest media shake ups at 60 Minutes before discussing what movies like ‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’ might say about TV’s own need for fresh voices (09:33). Then they play a ‘Star City’ inspired game (18:55) about alternate POV spinoffs. Later, they break down the latest episode of ‘Widow’s Bay’ (30:19), check in on ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ (46:11), and share their thoughts on the penultimate episode of ‘Top Chef’ season 23 (01:07:04). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Stefano Sanchez Additional Video Supervision: Sarah Reddy Order and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices