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Netflix's 'SCTV' is a treasure trove of underdog humor

Tv critic DAVID BIANCULLI reviews SCTV, which is now available to stream on Netflix . “SCTV,” also known as “Second City TV,” was a low-budget sketch comedy show that originated in Canada in the mid-1970s and continued in syndication and on network and cable TV until 1984. Its cast members over the years have included John Candy, Martin Short, Catherine O’Hara, and Andrea Martin.

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'Lucky' is a crime series that starts mid-caper — and dares you to keep up

Marissa Stapley's crime novel "Lucky" was featured five years ago as a pick for actress Reese Witherspoon's book club. Now, Apple TV presents a new seven-part crime drama based on the novel, and Witherspoon is one of its executive producers. Anya Taylor-Joy of "The Queen's Gambit" stars in the title role, and the series features some very impressive costars. Our TV critic David Bianculli has this review.

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New 'Little House' remake will inspire you to rewatch the '70s TV series

TV critic DAVID BIANCULLI reviews the new Netflix remake of “Little House on the Prairie,” based on the popular series of books by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

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