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Today β€” 28 December 2024Main stream

Only 15 TV shows received a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes this year. See them all here.

28 December 2024 at 00:44
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Jack Lowden as River Cartwright in "Slow Horses" season four, and Jinx, voiced by Ella Purnell, in "Arcane" season two.

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  • There were some great TV shows in 2024, but only 15 earned a 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • The list includes a British spy series, a docuseries about Simone Biles, and a crime drama.
  • Here are the shows that got 100% on Rotten Tomatoes in 2024.

2024 has been a solid year for television as shows like "House of the Dragon," "Fallout," and "Baby Reindeer" got audiences talking.

But while those three, in particular, were very successful, they didn't receive the hallowed 100% rating on the reviews aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes. ("Baby Reindeer" got 99%)

Instead, the list of perfect scorers includes a British Apple TV+ show about hapless MI5 spies, an animated series based on "League of Legends," and a crime drama based on books by Michael Connelly.

Here are all the shows that received a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Note: All scores were current on the date of publication.

"Slow Horses"
A man with light brown hair and a ginger beard is handcuffed to the inside handle of a car. He's wearing a blue hooded jacket. There is a British police car behind him outside.
Jack Lowden as River Cartwright in "Slow Horses."

Apple TV+

Synopsis: "A dysfunctional team of MI5 agents and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb, navigate the espionage world's smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces."

Critics' consensus: "The stakes get more personal than ever before in Slow Horses' superb fourth season, proving that this spy series is saddled up for the long haul with no signs of fatigue."

"Pachinko"
Lee Min-ho in "Pachinko"
Lee Min-ho as Koh Hansu in "Pachinko"

Russ Martin/Apple TV+

Synopsis: "The hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family across four generations as they leave their homeland in an indomitable quest to survive and thrive.

Critics' consensus: "Pachinko's second season continues the travails and triumphs of the Baek family with ever-expanding breadth without missing a beat, further cementing this soulful series as one of television's best."

"Arcane: League of Legends" season two
jinx in season two of arcane, her hair colored blue and purple and with colorful graffiti behind her. she has on a purple hood with white markings reminiscent of teeth
Jinx in season two of "Arcane."

Netflix

Synopsis: "The origins of two League champions, set in the utopian Piltover and the oppressed underground of Zaun."

Critics' consensus: "Expansive in scope while hurtling towards the endgame at a rollicking pace, Arcane's second and final season is a supremely satisfying capper to an epic saga."

"Heartstopper" season three
Kit Connor and Joe Locke in "Heartstopper" season 3 episode 3

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Synopsis: "Teens Charlie and Nick discover their unlikely friendship might be something more as they navigate school and young love."

Critics' consensus: "Heartstopper maintains its ooey gooey goodness while still allowing its young protagonists to grow in this fun, loving new season."

"Matlock"
Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock in the 2024 "Matlock" reboot

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Synopsis: "Brilliant septuagenarian Madeline 'Matty' Matlock, who, after achieving success in her younger years, decides to rejoin the workforce at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from within."

Critics' consensus: "Case closed -- this Matlock reboot is a winner thanks to the ever reliable Kathy Bates and the intriguing wrinkle it puts on the legendary series' original concept."

"Girls5eva"
sara bareilles and renee elise goldsberry as dawn and wickie in girls5eva. they're standing together on stage, back-to-back, singing into microphones dramatically and wearing glittery cowboy-inspired outfits
Sara Bareilles and RenΓ©e Elise Goldsberry in "Girls5Eva" season three.

Emily V. Aragones/Netflix

Synopsis: "When a one-hit-wonder girl group from the 1990s gets sampled by a young rapper, its members reunite to give their pop star dreams one more shot -- this time while balancing spouses, kids, jobs, debt, aging parents, and shoulder pain."

Critics' consensus: "Sustaining a high note with enough finesse to go platinum, Girls5Eva's third season is just as daffy and jubilant as the first two."

"Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos"
An older white man wearing a brown blazer and a navy blue shirt. He has his right hand raised and there's a black leather watch on his wrist. There is a bookcase behind him.
David Chase in "Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos."

HBO

Synopsis: "Acclaimed filmmaker Alex Gibney delves deep into the psyche of renowned Sopranos creator and writer, David Chase, to illuminate his life and career while offering a unique window into his unparalleled work on the iconic program.

Critics' consensus: "A thorough dissection of The Sopranos that gleans insight into both its production process and creator David Chase himself, 'Wise Guy' is essential viewing for fans of one of television's landmarks."

"Colin From Accounts"
On the left is a man with gray hair wearing a blue and green shirt-jacket with a dark blue denim jacket underneath. On the right is a woman with shoulder-length blond hair wearing a cream-colored coat and a brown jumper with a pink, blue, and orange floral design. They both look shocked.
Patrick Brammall as Gordon Crapp and Harriet Dyer as Ashley Mulden in "Colin From Accounts."

Paramount+

Synopsis: "Ashley and Gordon are brought together by a car accident and an injured dog, and learn to navigate life together while showing their true selves, scars and all.

Critics' consensus: "Retaining its first season's laidback charms without resting on its hind legs, Colin from Accounts' second outing is as cranky, funny, and delightful as ever.

"Supacell"
A still from "Supacell" of actor Tosin Cole with golden eyes.
Tosin Cole leads "Supacell" as Michael Lasaki-Brown.

Netflix

Synopsis: "In South London, a group of normal people suddenly develop superpowers, and the only apparent connection between them is that they are all Black; as they deal with the impact of their powers on their daily lives, one man must bring them together."

Critics' consensus: "Finding a fresh approach to the superhero genre, Supacell works as both a savvy social commentary and satisfying entertainment."

"Such Brave Girls" season two
Three women in a bathroom at home while staring at the camera. In the foreground is a teenager with shoulder-length black hair, she's wearing a brown patterned shirt with a gray t-shirt. There is a hair tie around her left wrist. In the background is an older woman with short ginger hair in a long black dress with a floral pattern. On the right is a blond teenager in a silver jacket with a purple dress on underneath, she also has purple boots on. She's sat on the toilet which is behind a bathtub.
Kat Sadler as Josie Johnson, Louise Brealey as Deb Johnson, and Lizzie Davidson as Billie Johnson.

Hulu

Synopsis: "Single mother Deb and her two daughters, Josie and Billie, attempt to piece their lives back together after their narcissistic father and husband finally leaves them."

Critics' consensus: "Painfully funny and sometimes just downright painful, Such Brave Girls is a spiky showcase for its trio of stars.

"Simone Biles: Rising"
A Black woman with her hair tied back in a bun. She has four ear piercings on her left ear, and she's wearing a bejeweled red, white, and blue gymnastic outfit. She is standing in a stadium which is out of focus behind her.
A still of Simone Biles in "Simone Biles: Rising."

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Synopsis: "Simone Biles, the gymnastics superstar, withdrew from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics due to mental health concerns; after a hiatus, she embarked on a journey to rebuild her skills and mental fortitude, preparing for her triumphant return."

Critics' consensus: "Pairing the visual spectacle of Simon Biles' prowess with intimate insight into what makes her tick, Rising is an outstanding portrait of a champion."

"The Lincoln Lawyer" season three
A man with short dar hair wearing a black suit, a white shirt and a black tie detailed with small white spots stands in front of a whiteboard. There is a photo on the board of a woman with long brown hair wearing a white top and a blue baseball cap. Another picture attached to the board is a mug shot of another man with short dark hair.
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo as Mickey Haller in "The Lincoln Lawyer" season three.

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Synopsis: "Idealistic lawyer Mickey Haller runs practice out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car, taking on cases big and small across Los Angeles."

What critics said: Rotten Tomatoes doesn't have a critics' consensus for the show, but the reviews it included said "The Lincoln Lawyer" packs enough twists into season three without trying to overdo things. It knows that it's a slick procedural series and it has fun exploring its core cast through the lens of a dramatic mystery.

"Geek Girl"
A young girl with long ginger hair and red lipstick staring directly at the camera. There is a blue display behind her that is out of focus.
Emily Carey as Harriet Manners in "Geek Girl."

Netflix

Synopsis: "Awkward teen Harriet strives to fit in, then she gets scouted by a top London model agent and learns that some people are meant to stand out."

What critics said: "Geek Girl" also doesn't have a critics' consensus, but the reviews praised the series for its wholesome Cinderella-like storyline. Some critics also applauded Emily Carey for her lovably awkward performance as Harriet Manners.

"Delicious in Dungeon"
laois, marcille, and chilchuk in delicious in dungeon, standing in front of a large, fallen mushroom with legs. laois is a human wearing armor, marcille is an elf with braided hair and blue robes, and chilchuk is a half-foot wearing a brown tunic and scarf
Laois, Marcille, and Chilchuk in "Delicious in Dungeon."

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Synopsis: "Adventurers make a foray into a cursed buried kingdom to save their friend, cooking up a storm along the way."

What critics said: Despite not having a critics' consensus, the reviews suggest that "Delicious in Dungeon" is a delightful watch and never takes itself too seriously, while also building out its world in an interesting way.

"House of Ninjas"
A Japanese man with shaggy black hair and cuts on his nose in a black hooded outfit. He's holding a sword.
Kento Kaku as Haru.

Netflix

Synopsis: "Years after retiring from their formidable ninja lives, a dysfunctional family must return to shadowy missions to counteract a string of looming threats."

What critics said: The handful of reviews praised "House of Ninjas" for deconstructing a typical family dynamic through the lens of being warriors. Some said that it does struggle to balance its darker themes with moments of romance.

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Yesterday β€” 27 December 2024Main stream

A doctor who calls out diet misinformation shared 3 red flags that could harm your health

27 December 2024 at 23:32
A woman watches a video of a doctor speaking on her smart phone.
It's impossible to be knowledgeable about all health claims, so Dr. Idrees Mughal recommends looking out for common tricks.

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  • Bogus health advice is widespread online, and often follows a few strategies.
  • Misinformation can harm a person's physical and mental health.
  • Look out for big claims and conspiratorial tones, Dr. Idrees Mughal advised.

A doctor who challenges nutrition misinformation online and wrote a book about common tricks, listed red flags to look out for.

Health misinformation can cause real damage to physical and mental health so it's crucial to learn how to spot it, said Dr. Idrees Mughal, a medical doctor with a master's degree in nutritional research.

Mughal was speaking last month at an online nutrition misinformation conference hosted by the Royal College of Medicine and the nutrition organization Nutritank.

It's impossible to be knowledgeable about all health claims, but being able to spot patterns can help you spot fakery, Mughal said.

He are his three red flags:

Absolute language

Words like "most," "top," "worst," "best," "always," and "never" do not belong in health advice because they don't consider individual differences, Mughal said. "No one who is truly evidence-based would use terms like these."

People have different needs and goals, and no one ingredient or diet can be the top way to eat for the whole population, he said.

Take nuts for example: They are a good source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and some studies suggest that eating them regularly is linked to longevity. But nut allergies are widespread, and can be fatal β€” so the advice won't work for everyone.

A quick fix

"The promise of a quick fix is always a massive red flag," Mughal said.

People are much more receptive to things that can be done fast. Silver-bullet-type content tends to garner more engagements, clicks, and likes, he said.

But chronic diseases that can be impacted by our lifestyle choices, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, require a long-term lifestyle management treatment plan. "If you didn't develop them overnight, you're not going to fix them overnight," he said.

Creating an 'us versus them' mentality

Health misinformation can undermine public health and lead to mistrust in medical professionals, Mughal said.

Some wellness influencers leverage this mistrust to market themselves and create an "us versus them" mentality, he said.

Rather than providing evidence-based information, they might say things like, "The healthcare industry doesn't want you to know this. I'm about to let you in on a huge secret," which frames them as an expert with hidden knowledge, he said. At the same time, it encourages you to distrust the more established authorities

"It's a very kind of predatory wellness marketing tactic," Mughal said.

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