Most tv as of late is closely serialized, with some seasons of TV reveals feeling extra like 10-hour-long motion pictures than they do seasons with particular person episodes. That works nice for some sequence, however typically I additionally actually miss the times of with the ability to tune in to a random episode and revel in it with out having to observe every thing that got here earlier than. Some sitcoms handle to do that nonetheless, and “Star Trek: Unusual New Worlds” additionally has the great style to wrap up its tales earlier than the credit roll. However many reveals (and cinematic universes) require trustworthy viewing, and typically audiences simply need to escape into an excellent story for a short while.
Every episode of “Poker Face” is its personal little thriller with a lovable hero and an excellent forged of visitor stars. Critically, this forged is stacked, with appearances from Stephanie Hsu, Lil Rel Howery, Luis Guzmán, Chloë Sevigny, Clea DuVall, Ron Perlman, Tim Blake Nelson, Tim Meadows, Nick Nolte, and extra. There are some extremely proficient of us serving to behind the digicam, too, with horror nice Fortunate McKee taking up directing duties in episode 5 and Lyonne herself helming episode 8. The top result’s a well-made comedy thriller sequence that is equal components thrilling and humorous, with the sort of storytelling that might maintain season after season of episodic journey. Tune in on Peacock and see why so many people are watching and loving “Poker Face.”