What to Watch: Awards season buzz, a new comedy and a hidden gem

By George Prentice,

Published January 15, 2026 at 1:18 PM MST

Idaho Matters Movie Critic George Prentice is flabbergasted by the cost of a full page color ad in the New York Times for movies trying to get Oscar nominations. Hint: Listen in to find out how much they cost!

It’s awards season, and in the world of entertainment, that means everything from the Golden Globes to the Oscars. We have an update along with a new comedy, the return of a classic TV show, and a new under-the-radar movie for your weekend viewing.

Our resident movie critic and Morning Edition host, George Prentice, joined Idaho Matters to help us figure out what to watch.

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George Prentice

As host of Morning Edition, I'm the luckiest person I've ever known because I spend my days listening to smart, passionate, engaging people. It’s a public trust. I lean in to talk with actors, poets, writers and volunteers who make Idaho that much more special.

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Samantha Wright

As Senior Producer of our live daily talk show Idaho Matters, I’m able to indulge my love of storytelling and share all kinds of information (I was probably a Town Crier in a past life). My career has allowed me to learn something new everyday and to share that knowledge with all my friends on the radio.

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What to Watch: Awards season buzz, a new comedy and a hidden gem

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