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Jon O'Brien is an entertainment writer whose work has been published in Billboard, i-D, Esquire, Grammy Awards, New Scientist, Inside Hook, Chartmetric, Classic Pop, Syfy, Decider, Paste, Digital Spy, Metro UK, Reader's Digest and The Guardian.

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The ‘Black Mirror’ Episode O.G. Fans of the Series Will Love

BACK TO BASICS

Often accused of betraying its British network TV roots, the anthology eschews all A-listers and Stateside settings for a more grounded tale of sweet-like-chocolate revenge.

Jon O'Brien | Published Apr 15, 2025

Watch Netflix’s ‘Offline Love’ Instead of ‘Love Is Blind’

SWIPE RIGHT

Japan is fast becoming the home of reality television for people who hate reality television. Netflix’s latest foray eschews the usual tropes to highlight everyday people.

Jon O'Brien | Published Feb 18, 2025

The Show No One Cares About Is Netflix’s Biggest Hit

BINGE REPORT

“Virgin River” will last longer than “House of Cards,” “The Crown,” and every other English-language drama on Netflix—and it’s done it without creating any buzz whatsoever.

Jon O'Brien | Published Dec 20, 2024

‘The Madness’ Has the Most Thrilling Chase Scene of the Year

HIGH-OCTANE

Colman Domingo’s media pundit, a race through the Pocono Mountains, and a killer fountain pen are the ingredients for a dramatic set-piece which will leave few nails unbitten.

Jon O'Brien | Published Dec 02, 2024

‘Colin From Accounts’ Is the Comedy You Need to Be Watching

LOVE DOWN UNDER

Season 2 of the delightful Aussie sitcom—a true streaming hidden gem—once again provides an antidote to the formulaic slop that has given the genre a bad name.

Jon O'Brien | Published Sep 26, 2024

Prince Andrew Humiliated (Again) With ‘Very Royal Scandal’

A DO-OVER

It’s been only five months since Netflix’s “Scoop” dramatized the interview that torched Andrew’s reputation. Luckily this new Amazon offering has way more meat on its bones.

Jon O'Brien | Published Sep 19, 2024

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