Brent Furdyk
School
Toronto Metropolitan University
University Of Winnipeg
Expertise
"Game Of Thrones", "The Godfather", "The Sopranos"
- Over the course of the past two decades, Brent has interviewed numerous celebrities, ranging from Bryan Cranston and the late Robin Williams, in addition to all the Desperate Housewives and to several Real Housewives.
- Brent is a member of the Critics Choice Association and the Television Critics Association, and attends the twice-yearly TCA press tour.
- Having watched and reviewed hundreds if not thousands of TV series, Brent's knowledge of all things television is as deep as it gets.
Experience
In his capacity as Editor-in-Chief of TV Week, Brent writes several columns each week, 52 weeks a year, covering new and notable series, specials and premieres. Since 2012, Brent has written for ETCanada.com, the website for ET Canada, the Canadian iteration of Entertainment Tonight. Brent currently writes for /Film, The List and Nicki Swift.
Education
As an undergrad, Brent studied English literature, theater and psychology; he went on to study magazine journalism.
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Stories By Brent Furdyk
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Beetlejuice featured a memorable cast that included established talents, entertainment legends, and rising stars. Here's what happened to them.
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Even if they aren't box office smashes or critical darlings, these superhero movies have become cult favorites that have fans clamoring for more.
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Ryan Murphy has created so many television shows, and for so long, that it's hard to keep track. These are his 22 shows, ranked from worst to best.
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William Shatner was great as Captain Kirk in "Star Trek," but he delivered the goods in many other films and shows. These are his 12 best non-Kirk roles.
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Daniel Craig might be known for portraying 007 longer than any other star who landed the role, but his career also covers a wide range of underseen films.
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Sir Ian McKellan's career encompasses so much more than Middle Earth's favorite wizard. These are a few of the veteran actor's best roles.
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Leaving a hit TV show is a huge risk. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't. Just ask Katherine Heigl, David Caruso, Ruby Rose, and Charlie Sheen.
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Tina Gordon, Spike Lee, Radha Blank, and Tim Story are among the Black directors making comedies for Black audiences. Here, we look at 15 of those comedies.
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Carrie Fisher is best known for playing Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchise, but she also played a variety of memorable characters outside that series.
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From the top athletes in the world to ones you may have never heard of, here are the best sports documentaries to stream now on Netflix.
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There are so many different sitcoms out there. While some TV shows receive the attention they deserve, other great sitcoms are often quite underrated.
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Sci-fi fans get ready! From Marvel epics to futuristic comedies, the new year is shaping up to be a banner year for the genre.
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For fans looking for a similar viewing experience, here are shows like Gilmore Girls that you really should watch.
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Bloody, brutal, and only kind of historically accurate - if those are the qualities that made you love History's Vikings, you'll dig these other shows, too.
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More than just Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ewan McGregor is one of our finest working actors. We gathered the greatest Ewan McGregor movies, ranked from worst to best.
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J.J. Abrams has been involved with numerous films and shows that haven't been made. Here's a rundown of 10 J.J. Abrams projects we wish we could've seen.
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The popularity of "Doctor Who" led to numerous spinoffs that went in exciting new directions. Take a look at these "Doctor Who" spinoffs you never knew existed.
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As fans await his anticipated Marvel sequel "Thor: Love and Thunder," it's time to look back at the 12 best Taika Waititi movies that he's done as an actor.
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Check out the eclecticism and diversity that can be found within our list of 15 music documentaries you can stream on Netflix right now.
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Euphoria is not the first show about horny teenagers, and it won't be the last. If you like your high school dramas with an edge, these are the shows for you.
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While the White Lotus is exemplary satire, it's not the only example on television. These 20 series are biting, relevant, and, most importantly, very funny.
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Ted Lasso made waves - and racked up Emmys - for its sense of humor and feel-good attitude. Here are 12 other shows that will make you believe in "Believe."