A bold new retelling of the Bride of Frankenstein captures both the spirit of the classic monster story and the chaos of modern cinema. “The Bride” is a whirlwind of ambition, drama, and musical flair that captivates even as it confounds.

In a year marked by hurdles, several television series managed to rise above the fray. Drawing from The New Yorker’s daily newsletter, this piece explores how certain shows still managed to resonate with viewers despite the challenging climate—and why their success matters.

Saturday Night Live makes its comeback in a late-night scene shaped by Donald Trump’s second term as president. The show’s return highlights how political events continue to inform and transform comedic content across television.