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Magnussen stars as recently widowed and recovering alcoholic Sheriff Red, who launches an investigation as locals begin turning up murdered and dismembered one by one, discovering that the monster feeds on the blood alcohol content of its victims.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
23 Oct. 2025 -
But when tourists start turning up dead, he’s reluctantly drawn back into detective work — egged on by his barmaid Rosa, a crime drama superfan.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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Kiya manufactures collections in Pittsburgh while raising three kids and showing up for her husband’s relentless schedule.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
29 Oct. 2025
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The man is a yeoman on the diamond, having spent the past couple of seasons showing up early and sweating out infield drills to refine his skills at shortstop.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Creeping up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creeping%20up. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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