It’s a series that affirms – with humor, tenderness, insight, and a rich sense of regional music and custom – [creator] Simon’s love of humanity and its resilience in the face of trying circumstances.

[A] blend of deadpan wit and surreal goofiness. Suffice to say that “Archer” will probably appeal to viewers who like their comedy literate, demented and subversive.

This world of underground crime in Atlantic City has substance, drama, romance and plenty of action for everyone.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 also bravely faces the future, slipping with expert ease among the thrilling mass of complications (and complicated set pieces) that Rowling throws fans in the final sprint, then guiding the faithful to the fate that awaits everyone in this world, the moment called The End.

A drama that curbs its enthusiasm for aggressively anti-hero males and instead gives viewers an easier to swallow blend of Southern Comfort and lemonade. It’s a pleasure to drink to that.

Obviously inspired by It’s a Wonderful Life, Shrek may not be able to match Frank Capra’s delicious pathos, but this is a fitting final chapter for the franchise.