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The Manual Staff

Former Digital Trends Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 205 articles

The Manual is simple – Showing men how to live a life that is more engaged. Whether it be fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming or culture, we are here to provide insight into it all. We also offer a forum for you to have an open dialogue and pose questions to our writers and to each other. We don’t boss you around, we are simply here to bring some authenticity and understanding to all that enriches our lives on a daily basis.

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8 shows like You that are just as addictive and twisted

If you're already missing the soapy, addictive drama of You, we have plenty of similar shows for you to watch next. The post 8 shows like You that are just as addictive and twisted appeared first on The Manual.
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Dystopian TV at its best: 8 must-see shows like The Handmaid’s Tale

If you're already missing it and want other contemplative, post-apocalyptic shows, these are the shows like The Handmaid's Tale to watch next. The post Dystopian TV at its best: 8 must-see shows like The Handmaid’s Tale appeared first on The Manual.
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5 shows to watch if you liked Netflix’s Dept. Q

These shows all share something crucial in common with Dept. Q. The post 5 shows to watch if you liked Netflix’s Dept. Q appeared first on The Manual.
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Everything we know about Alien: Earth so far

The show will be the first story in the Alien universe to be set on Earth. The post Everything we know about Alien: Earth so far appeared first on The Manual.
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9 shows to watch if you love The Walking Dead

We have the best shows like The Walking Dead to watch next if you love the binge-worthiness of world-ending drama in this comic book adaptation. The post 9 shows to watch if you love The Walking Dead appeared first on The Manual.
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Nobody 2: Everything we know so far

Odenkirk got to play an action hero in 2021's Nobody, and the sequel is finally on the way. Nobody 2 might just be one of the best movies of the summer. Here is everything we know about it so far, from the cast to the trailer and the release date. The post Nobody 2: Everything we know so far appeared first on The Manual.
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Netflix’s new documentary series now has a 100% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes

The show is also one of the most popular series on the streamer. The post Netflix’s new documentary series now has a 100% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes appeared first on The Manual.
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Michael J. Fox could make for a highly emotional addition to the Shrinking cast

We don't actually know who the actor will play in the series. The post Michael J. Fox could make for a highly emotional addition to the Shrinking cast appeared first on The Manual.
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8 new summer movies we can’t wait to watch

The summer movie list is usually filled with Marvel and other comic book films, but this year there's only one big superhero release. Dinosaurs, racing, karate, and Tom Cruise running around shirtless (for the final time?) will have to make do. The post 8 new summer movies we can’t wait to watch appeared first on The Manual.
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Everything we know about The Office spin-off The Paper

The show takes place in the same universe as The Office. The post Everything we know about The Office spin-off The Paper appeared first on The Manual.
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How to watch the 2025 PGA Championship

The tournament has grouped three of the frontrunners for maximum drama. The post How to watch the 2025 PGA Championship appeared first on The Manual.
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Fox’s new streaming service now has a name

The streaming service is called FOX One and will debut in the fall. The post Fox’s new streaming service now has a name appeared first on The Manual.
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Apple TV+’s latest sci-fi series has debuted with a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes

The show is apparently just as good as every other Apple sci-fi series. The post Apple TV+’s latest sci-fi series has debuted with a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes appeared first on The Manual.
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Michael Jordan is back and will serve as a contributor for NBC’s NBA coverage

Jordan is one of the biggest stars in the history of the NBA. The post Michael Jordan is back and will serve as a contributor for NBC’s NBA coverage appeared first on The Manual.
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The best feel-good shows to watch when you need a pick-me-up

These feel-good shows are the perfect way to comfort yourself whether you're in a good mood or a bad one. The post The best feel-good shows to watch when you need a pick-me-up appeared first on The Manual.
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8 intense and gripping movies like Sinners to watch next

Vampires, period pieces, racial implications, and so much more feature in this wide array of movies like Sinners. We've got you covered right here. The post 8 intense and gripping movies like Sinners to watch next appeared first on The Manual.
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The first trailer for the final season of Squid Game is here

The series has become one of the most popular shows on Netflix. The post The first trailer for the final season of Squid Game is here appeared first on The Manual.
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Everything we know about the four Beatles biopics

We have everything you need to know about the four Beatles movies right here, from the actors in the films to each Beatle's importance today. The post Everything we know about the four Beatles biopics appeared first on The Manual.
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Industry season 4: Everything we know so far

The series has continued to receive more and more acclaim with each passing season. The post Industry season 4: Everything we know so far appeared first on The Manual.
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Bill Hader will co-write a new HBO series about the Jonestown massacre

Hader is also being eyed to potentially star in the series. The post Bill Hader will co-write a new HBO series about the Jonestown massacre appeared first on The Manual.
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The first teaser for Wednesday season 2 is gearing us up for an August premiere

The teaser includes a look at Steve Buscemi's Barry Dort. The post The first teaser for Wednesday season 2 is gearing us up for an August premiere appeared first on The Manual.
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The best sci-fi shows you can watch now on Apple TV+

These shows are among the best series on Apple TV+, regardless of genre. The post The best sci-fi shows you can watch now on Apple TV+ appeared first on The Manual.
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The 9 best golf documentaries to watch this year

Whether you're a fan or just getting into golf, it's worth brushing up on some key history to understand the game. Here are some documentaries to stream. The post The 9 best golf documentaries to watch this year appeared first on The Manual.
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Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos thinks movie theaters are outdated because he wants to

Watching movies in theaters is good, actually. The post Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos thinks movie theaters are outdated because he wants to appeared first on The Manual.
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The best suspense movies you can watch on Netflix

Suspense is one of the best things about movies, and these movies are the best at it. The post The best suspense movies you can watch on Netflix appeared first on The Manual.
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The best true crime shows that you can binge now

True crime is one of the most popular genres, and these shows are the best it has to offer. The post The best true crime shows that you can binge now appeared first on The Manual.
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7 incredible shows like Black Mirror to stream next

Black Mirror started its life as a niche science fiction anthology show on Netflix, but the expanded its reach and popularity as the episodes started to blend into contemporary world issues more and more. It’s no secret that the world we live in keeps getting scarier, whether that be due to the upheaval in politics […] The post 7 incredible shows like Black Mirror to stream next appeared first on The Manual.
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Everything we know about Dexter: Original Sin season 2

This is everything we know so far about Dexter: Original Sin season 2, from the potential plot lines of the season to the release date on Paramount+. The post Everything we know about Dexter: Original Sin season 2 appeared first on The Manual.
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Heads of State could be Prime Video’s wildest action movie yet

Idris Elba and John Cena join forces as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the President of the United States, respectively. The post Heads of State could be Prime Video’s wildest action movie yet appeared first on The Manual.
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The Last of Us season 3: Everything we know so far

The second season has a lot at stake that makes it hard to discuss season 3, but that's not going to stop me! This is everything we know so far about The Last of Us season 3. The post The Last of Us season 3: Everything we know so far appeared first on The Manual.
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The best shows on AMC Plus you can stream now

AMC Plus isn't one of the most popular streaming services, but that doesn't mean it's not one of the best. The post The best shows on AMC Plus you can stream now appeared first on The Manual.
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The best of David Harbour: 8 unforgettable performances

Harbour has an everyman approach and appeal that makes him easily injectable into any genre or category of story. The post The best of David Harbour: 8 unforgettable performances appeared first on The Manual.
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The best Cyber Monday outdoor gear deals for 2019

Cyber Monday is a great time to score deals on the latest tech, but we'll also see steep discounts on outdoor gear. Here are the best sales from top outdoor gear retailers.

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