STACK #147 Jan 2017

2 Better Call Saul: S2

TV

1 Game of Thrones: S6

Best Reboot: Creed Best Superhero Movie: Captain America: CivilWar Best Foreign Film: Son of Saul Most Overrated: Swiss Army Man Most Underrated: TheWitch Most Disappointing: Spectre Best Sequel: StarWars:The Force Awakens Worst Sequel: Zoolander 2 Most Unnecessary Sequel: Alvin and the Chipmunks:The Road Chip Worst Remake: Point Break Most Unnecessary Remake: Ben-Hur Enough Already!: Paranormal Activity:The Ghost Dimension

What we said: "This brilliant second season cements this spin-off series – charting Jimmy McGill's formative years – as a truly worthy successor to Breaking Bad ."

What we said: "Winter has finally arrived and the series has overtaken the books. Events are gathering momentum towards the endgame, in the best GoT season to date."

What we said: "This gripping insight into the 'Trial of the Century' reminds us why the verdict was so shocking. The real crime, however, was introducing the world to the Kardashians." 4 The People v. O.J. Simpson

What we said: "Essential viewing for even the least paranoid, Mr. Robot grabs hold from the outset, keeping you questioning almost everything encountered in this 10-episode rollercoaster ride." 3 Mr. Robot: S1

What we said: "Hiring, firing, battle, prattle, miscarriage, horseless carriage, life, death and scandal...The beloved 6 Downton Abbey: S6

5 11.22.63

What we said: "The concept alone makes this a must-see. The series trims much of the novel's fat, and the combination of Stephen King and J.J. Abrams is the icing on the cake."

Brit drama comes to a supremely satisfying conclusion."

What we said: "The stunning first season 8 Fargo: S2

7 Vikings: S4, Pt.1

What we said: "The stage is set for a

spectacular showdown between Ragnar and Rollo in the very best episodes of Vikings . And this split season promises more of the same..."

proved a TV adaptation of one of the Coens' best films was possible. The second backs that up – in fact, it's arguably even better than the first."

9 House of Cards: S4

10 Narcos: S1

What we said: "While Narcos can be

What we said: "Beyond the politics and Spacey's perfect performance, the draw to House of Cards is the use and abuse of power, and this season never lets up."

uncomfortably funny, it has an air of documentary, making it an educational, exciting and often unnerving rush."

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