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TV critic David Bianculli offers a speed-date style rundown of what to watch

From The Pitt to A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Bianculli recommends the best television has to offer right now.

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A new generation revives 'The Muppet Show' and it's as delightful as ever

ABC presents a new primetime special, a revival of "The Muppet Show." It also starts streaming tomorrow on Disney+. According to our TV critic, David Bianculli, it's not the first attempt to bring Jim Henson's cuddly creatures into the ABC fold, but it's one of the best in a very long time. Here's David's review.

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09:03

'Starfleet Academy' brings a modern sheen to the 'Star Trek' universe

Viewers without any Star Trek expertise can enjoy the new adventures out of context. But there are echoes and Easter eggs throughout this Paramount+ series, for those who catch them.

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