Published Dec 3, 2018

'The Mandalorian' News, Plus the Ups and Downs of TV Auteurism | The Watch (Ep. 311)

Explore the buzz surrounding 'The Mandalorian' as Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald delve into its potential plot and creative team, alongside a discussion on the changing landscape of TV with Marvel's shift towards event-driven series and a debate on the highs and lows of TV auteurism exemplified by shows like 'The Romanoffs' and 'The Little Drummer Girl.'

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