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From Hostage to The Assassin, and even the Harry Potter HBO reboot, TV and movies in 2025 are leaning on familiar stories, safe remakes, and comfort-food thrillers. Why do new shows feel so predictable, and are streamers prioritising what works over originality? In this episode, we break down the trend and explore why familiar stories dominate modern entertainment.

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