Review Of The Year 2024

Review Of The Year 2024

Author: Empire Magazine December 30, 2024 Duration: 1:56:12

Merry Christmas! and welcome to Pilot TV’s festive round-up of the year that was. Over the course of two glorious hours, we break down the last 12 months in television, sifting through the good, the bad, and the ugly of 2024. From our official best shows list, to honourable mentions, listener questions, some of our favourite moments and an extended (and excruciating) blooper reel from our editor, Darren, we send the year out in style and pave the way for an even better 2025. So kick back, listen up and enjoy!


If you’re trying to keep up with the sheer volume of television arriving each week, it’s easy to feel adrift. That’s where Pilot TV comes in. Brought to you by the team behind The Empire Film Podcast at Empire Magazine, this weekly discussion cuts through the noise to highlight the series truly worth your time. Each episode finds hosts James Dyer, Boyd Hilton, Steph Seelan, and Kay Ribeiro gathered for a lively, informed chat that feels like eavesdropping on the best kind of TV-loving friends. They deliver a smart, comprehensive rundown of new releases across every platform-from streaming services to terrestrial broadcasts-ensuring you never miss a must-see show. Beyond the reviews, the podcast brings you breaking industry news and sits down for conversations with some of television’s most influential creators and stars. It’s the perfect companion for anyone who wants to navigate the modern TV landscape with insight and a critical eye, transforming the weekly deluge into a curated viewing guide. Tune in for a genuinely essential, and thoroughly entertaining, take on the small screen.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 100

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Murderbot, The Game, and Hysteria! With guest Russell T. Davies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:45
If you’ve been looking for an update on the marvel that is new Who then we have just the man for you because Russell T Davies is our guest on this week’s show, delivering the first part of a very in-depth chat with Boydy…
The Four Seasons, Poker Face, and Malpractice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:36
Alan Alda’s The Four Seasons gets a modern glow-up with Steve Carell, Tina Fey and Colman Domingo on Netflix this week (40:53), plus Rian Johnson’s Poker Face comes crashing back with its second season on Sky (51:04), an…
Andor, Étoile, and Carême. With guest Charlotte Ritchie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:53
On program! Yes, Andor has returned and while we had to wait a week for James to get back from holiday before we were all allowed to discuss it, we review Season 2 in full this episode (58:12). Plus, following on from ou…
Your Friends & Neighbours, Reunion, and Hacks. With guest Jon Hamm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:03
Our friend and neighbour Jon Hamm is this week’s guest (36:36)as we chat burglary and anti-heroes for Apple’s new comedy drama (1:06:10). Plus we take a look at the BBC’s Deaf-centric revenge drama Reunion (1:27:15), and…