I watched 23 TV shows based on books this year, some brilliant, some baffling, and a few that made me question all my life choices (looking at you, cancellations). From epic fantasy finally finding its footing to adaptations that somehow outshone stories I already loved, this list breaks down the 5 shows that truly stuck with me… and yes, I will roast the ones I love.
There’s a lot to like about The Rainmaker, the new legal drama has sharp dialogue, a great casting, and a courtroom atmosphere thick with tension. But there’s also a fair amount of yelling at the TV from me, especially when Rudy Baylor (Milo Callaghan) decides, yet again, to do something wildly impulsive. The premiere set … Continue reading The Rainmaker (2025) Season 1 Review | Justice, Chaos, and Way Too Many Bad Decisions
The Rainmaker pilot might not reinvent the legal drama wheel, but it’s fun, twisty, and carries that easy, breezy energy of old-school TV courtroom shows. With a scrappy underdog team and John Slattery chewing scenery, this adaptation could be your next binge-worthy guilty pleasure.
Worn Out Spines 