*Euphoria* came back Apr 12 on HBO and, unsurprisingly, subtlety is still not invited. Say what you want about the chaos, but this show still knows how to own the week.
This Week in TV
Euphoria Took Over the Week, and Dexter Finally Found Some Swagger
Euphoria came back like it wanted the whole conversation, Dexter: Resurrection made a shamelessly smart casting move, and a couple of renewal calls were better than the usual churn.
Week of 2026-04-13
Here's what actually mattered this week: HBO got its chaos machine back, Dexter made a move with an actual pulse, and a few network decisions told you more than the official spin did.
The Stories That Owned the Week
Brian Cox joining *Dexter: Resurrection* as the New York Ripper is exactly the kind of swing this franchise needed. If you're dragging Dexter back again, at least do it with some swagger.
The Quietly Smart Moves
WednesdayNetflix
*Wednesday* being back in production is the easiest good decision Netflix will make all year. The show works because it stays sharp, weird, and just smug enough to be fun.
The MadisonParamount+
*The Madison* locking in a third season this early is Paramount+ saying it knows this one matters. Yellowstone orbit is crowded, but this feels more like a real plan than spare parts.
Renewals and Cancellations Worth Caring About
*Scrublands* landing another season is great news for anyone who likes their crime TV lean, dusty, and a little mean. No notes.
The ResidenceNetflix
*The Residence* got cancelled by Netflix, which feels about right. Slick packaging only gets you so far when the show underneath never fully lands.