I was never that into The Real World, but Road Rules was my jam. And as reality competition shows exploded with Survivor, Big Brother, and Amazing Race, I was glued to my screen. For a decade, I’ve hosted friends every Wednesday for “Winesday” and whichever of those three CBS shows are currently airing. Even if you’re not a reality fan like me (but especially if you are), I encourage you to check out our Reality Rewind Issue. Spearheaded by TV executive editor Samantha Highfill and brilliantly designed by art director Alex Sandoval, the issue breaks down the 25 best reality stars of the 2000s, looks back at the legacy of shows including The Swan, and game-changers such as Big Brother 3’s Danielle Reyes. Were your favorite Y2K reality stars included? Go find out. —Patrick Gomez, Editor-in-Chief

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“The Residence”

Uzo Aduba plays Cordelia Cupp, a brilliant and eccentric detective tasked with investigating the murder of a White House employee (played by Giancarlo Esposito) in Paul William Davies’ new Netflix comedic whodunnit from Shondaland. Everyone is a suspect — all 157 members of staff and guests at a state dinner for Australian dignitaries, where the murder mystery occurs — as Cordelia investigates the upstairs, downstairs, and secret backstairs of Washington, D.C.’s most famous mansion. Susan Kelechi Watson, Randall Park, Ken Marino, and Kylie Minogue (yes, Kylie Minogue!) also star. —Jessica Wang, Staff Writer

See EW’s exclusive look at the Orange Is the New Black star’s new Netflix screwball whodunnit from Scandal alum Paul William Davies.

“Bob Trevino Likes It”

Writer-director Tracie Laymon’s real-life friendship inspires this sweet film about two strangers (Barbie Ferreira and John Leguizamo) who meet by mistake when a young woman looks for her dad on the internet. A quiet, moving film about the need for human connection. —Yolanda Machado, Staff Editor

John Leguizamo reflects on Bob Trevino and the ‘brave’ move by Patrick Swayze and Wesley Snipes to star in To Wong Foo

“Deal or No Deal Island”

Host Joe Manganiello tells EW the March 25 finale will be “mind-blowing, riveting TV,” and we believe him. We were on set in Panama during filming and concur with his assessment that “people are going to be talking about it immediately after.” Catch up on Peacock before the finale airs on NBC. —Dalton Ross, Editorial Director

Joe Manganiello teases Deal or No Deal Island finale

“Vanya”

Andrew Scott of Fleabag and Ripley fame brings his one-man band take on Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya to the cozy confines of the Lucille Lortel Theatre in NYC for an intense, tour de force performance. The actor skillfully plays nine different roles using props, tone, and mannerisms to differentiate the characters, with the compact setting making the action feel all the more intimate. —D.R.

The Jonas Brothers’ “Love Me to Heaven”

The Jonas Brothers definitely get better every time. After kicking off 2025 with collaborations featuring Marshmello and Rascal Flatts, the trio is returning to their pop roots. This addicting new single sets the tone for what the brothers say “will be a year of music,” as they gear up to celebrate their 20th band anniversary with a variety of releases including Joe Jonas’ solo album, a live concert album, and soundtrack for their upcoming Christmas movie. —Briana Edwards, Social Media Editor