Ray Donovanrecap: 'Mister Lucky'

Youre pushing us all away, he says before leaving, and hes right. Abby is gone and theres no bringing her back. The question is: Will he let himself disappear along with her? Credit: Paul Sarkis/SHOWTIME Now her stepson George has it, she says. Is this a sign thatRay Donovandoesnt have any idea what kind of story it wants to tell with Winslow? Theres no sense of dramatic intrigue no stakes whatsoever....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · Carlos Rice

Ray Donovanrecap: It's Ray vs. Mickey one again

Mickeys kidnapped Jay, and a call to Ray has sent him to the set ofMister Lucky. When he arrives, Ray finds Daryll tied up and in a full panic. he screams, to which Ray coolly replies I know. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME Ray calls Mickey back and asks him what he wants and what his end game is. Its simple: $3 million and three passports for himself, Bunchy, and Maria. Back at Sandys house, Mickey is having a lot of fun messing with Jay....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 376 words · Kristin Brown

Ray Donovanrecap: One last fight to save Bridget's life

Theyd arrived at the safe house where she was supposedly being held, but found nothing. They seem focused and angry. Well, Mickey and Ray do. Ray Donovan.Credit: Mark Schafer/SHOWTIME As usual, Daryll seems to be flying by the seat of his pants. Hes a reliable sidekick, but hes no leader. Thats why he rides in the back seat. That kind of classicRay Donovan. Ray, Mickey, and Daryll head to Macs place thinking that Bridget might be there....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Ryan Rodriguez

Ray Donovanrecap: Ray gets back to his old self with his first job for Winslow

This episode moves in the right direction, even if its just Ray getting back to being Ray. For now, says Ray. So, as the beat of N.Y. State Of Mind loops, Ray is renewed. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME He gets back to being the man he was before Abby died. He works out with Terry to get back in shape, and he finds a new suit. Either way, Ray is back, and that gives the episode some necessary propulsive energy....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Cindy Snyder

Ray Donovanrecap: Ray grows closer to Novak while his family pulls away

No matter what Ray does, he cant seem to change his relationship with his kids. In the words of Jules Winnfield, hes trying real hard to be the shepherd. The thing is, Ray is just a toxic presence, and everyone knows that. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME When they get back to the apartment though, Bridget is waiting and she isnt happy. She wants Ray to stay out of their life. Never mind that Smitty was pretty much dead if Ray hadnt stepped in....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Jonathan Alexander

Ray Donovanrecap: Ray is back to cleaning up everybody's problems

It’s a bit of a drawn-out way to start the season. Ray shows up and hears her out as she pleads with him to dosomething. As Novak gets desperate, Ray steps out to call Winslow (played bySusan Sarandon). Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME Ray heads out to pick up some reliable cover-up supplies and tells Novak to sit tight for a while. Before moving that story along, the episode checks in with Bridget....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 342 words · Andrea Carter

Ray Donovanrecap: Ray's stuck between a rock and a hard place

Bianchi and Radulovic, who are in Mayor Ferattis pocket, leave him there overnight. Ray doesnt budge though, even when Radulovic tases him over and over again. Terry seems to have provided his brother with that old Irish comfort after Teresa took Maria away from him. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME He tells Terry hes out of options no wife, no kid, and hes a wanted man. What else can he do? One last visit home before he goes to prison....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Michael King

Ray Donovanrecap: The depth of the mayor's power causes problems for Ray

Winslows woken up in the middle of the night with a gun pointed in her face. When she wakes up the next morning, she immediately calls Ray. Winslow is shaken, but not exactly panicking. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME If I didnt own the place, Id sue, she quips when Ray shows up. She just wants to know who was sent to intimidate her. Ray says hell take care of it, and he leaves Lena in charge of Winslow....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Kristin Phillips

Ray Donovanrecap: The Donovans completely fall apart… again

This Ray Donovan guy, he really cant catch a break. Or at least thats how he feels about it. Of course, thats not the truth at all. Credit: Jeff Neumann/SHOWTIME Then, because that wasnt working out so well, he was lured back into working for Winslow. Once again, Ray asks him who he is. She wants to cut all ties with Ray. She wants her money back, and she wants him to lay off derailing Novaks mayoral campaign....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 603 words · Kelly Garcia

Ray Romano on why he didn't want only his fans at first stand-up special in 23 years

I just wanted that different energy. [Laughs] I put it off for a while. I never stopped doing stand-up. Its been 23 years since Ive done a special, but Ive always kept the stand-up muscles in shape. I always want to continue doing stand-up. I constantly write new material, but not a lot, because Im not working that much. So every year or two, I have a new 15 to 20 minutes....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Julie Ortiz

Raúl Esparza exitsLaw & Order: SVUafter six seasons

Warning: This story contains major spoilers from a recent episode ofLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit. Read at your own risk. Esparza has effectively exited as a series regular, but the door is open for him to return. Michael Parmelee/NBC “It has truly been an honor writing for Raul,“SVUshowrunner Michael Chernuchin says. Raul is family and we look forward to seeing his talent shine in new projects. As for Barba,SVUfans may see him again soon....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Cindy Harrell

Re-enter the Wu-Tang: The iconic rap crew on legacy and looking ahead

But when you have 10 artists in one collective, egos get in the way. With success comes money, then comes resentment, then the people you called brothers become strangers. Theyve gone through heaven and hell, enduring racism and poverty to reach the highest peak of cultural fame. The Wu-Tang Clan.Credit: Kyle Christy/SHOWTIME Theyve also seen their music lose steam, their record sales dip, and their popularity diminish. I just like to keep working, Wu member Masta Killa says with a laugh....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Brandon Patterson

Read a juicy excerpt from Renée Ahdieh'sFlame in the Mistsequel

Read on below, and pre-orderSmoke in the Sunhereahead of its June 5 release. A young woman in her rightful place, ensconced at the Golden Castle. Betrothed to the son of the emperors favorite consort. Credit: Crystal Stokes Bestowing honor to the Hattori name. The scented water in the wooden furo felt the same as it did at home. Like heated silk sliding across her skin. Penguin Random House It all felt so similar....

May 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1724 words · Jennifer Carey