The comedian shares what makes them laugh online, which is mostly people being stupid. And also a long-lost hamster

From juicy dramas about polyamory, bootlegging and the ‘golden age of porn’ to the most jaw-dropping documentary moment of all time, HBO is known as the home of prestige TV. As it turns 50, here are its greatest hits so far

Lena Dunham’s comedy-drama won rave reviews for its unflinching depiction of millennial life – until its lack of diversity caused outrage. A decade later, we explore the show’s legacy

Centring one of the series’ few men may seem like an odd choice – but the gruff, frustrated and cynical Ray somehow resonates right now

The rude, raucous and revolutionary comedy is back for another term. The stars and creators reveal how it became one of Netflix’s biggest British hits

Continuing our series on a year of bumper pandemic viewing, our critics finally watch the shows that had passed them by, from Downton to Twin Peaks

The broadcaster and host of the BBC books show Between the Covers discusses her TV loves and hates – and how she would slot into a big-budget Netflix drama

With Oscar and Tony nominations and three new films, the much sought-after actor has now hit superstar status

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