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July 12, 2024

TV Seasons Have Gotten Shorter. That Doesn't Mean They're Better

Once upon a time, series ran 22 episodes a season, sometimes more. What have we lost now that they're a fraction as long?

By Alan Sepinwall

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Rolling Stone - In Defense of Long TV Seasons

July 12, 2024

TV Seasons Have Gotten Shorter. That Doesn't Mean They're Better

Luke Combs Says He Still Wants To Make That Bluegrass Album

How 'Love Island USA' Became a 'Perfect Storm' of Reality TV Magic

'Sing Sing' Stages a Play in Prison - and Makes a Case for Healing Power of Art

He Made His Mark on Kendrick's 'Damn.' Now TDE's Zacari Is Ready for His Moment

'Euphoria' Season 3 Will Finally Begin Production... In 2025

'Dawntrail' Brings 'Final Fantasy XIV' Into a New Era

Scandoval Lawsuit: Judge Upholds 'Revenge Porn' Claims Against Ariana Madix

Billie Eilish Matches Amelia Dimoldenberg's Freak for Their 'Chicken Shop Date'

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