And we mean that in the best possible way.
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Updated 2 months ago,March 8, 2025
We dont talk enough about 30 minute shows.
How beautiful they are.
Shining Vale / Max
Theyre Hour Show LiteTM!
Shining Valeis one of those shows.
Currently streaming on Max, this series is not only addictive but bingeable.
I havent even mentioned its perfect mix of horror and comedy yet.
Speaking of which, lets get into all the reasons whyShining Valeshould be your next binge watch.
Also, you should probably tell your therapist that youve been crying a lot.
This will surely frustrate you at times.
This show is smart!
Pats one-liners
Pat Phelps is a hilarious character, but not in an ironic way.
Shes in on the joke!
Shes unfailingly clever and sarcastic she is a writer, after all and never takes things too seriously.
Also, Cox gleefully delivers Pats one-liners with expert timing.
Its kind of what you would expect from one of the most famous sitcom stars of all time.
Speaking of which, I cant seem to remember what show she starred in.
Ugh, its on the tip of my tongue!
Ill have to ask some friends.
The Mira Sorvino effect
Yes, this series heavily features Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino.
Sorvino won Best Supporting Actress in 1995 for playing a brassy, likeable sex worker inMighty Aphrodite.
Yeah, she was the O.G.
Apparently, women have been winning Oscars for playing sex workers since (checks notes) 1928.
Wow,Anoraisnt really that groundbreaking after all!
Anyway, Sorvino devours her multifaceted role as Rosemary in this series.
I wont give anything away, but shes both funny and tragic and sells every scene that shes in.
Someone also said that it referencesFriendsbut I forget why.
Anyway, if youre a horror nerd with a sense of humor, thenShining Valeis for you!
But seriously, tell your therapist about all that crying.
