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Angel Shaw-Senior Staff Writer

Angel Shaw

Senior Staff Writer

February, 2022
Bachelor's Degree in Language Interpreting
Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, Fantasy
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About Angel Shaw

Angel Shaw is a Core Features Senior Writer and Peer Mentor on Screen Rant's Fantasy, Streaming, Theatrical, and Perennials teams. She holds a bachelor's degree in language interpreting and is ionate about all things culture and communication—especially in how it relates to popular media throughout history (from Shakespeare to Friends to Game of Thrones). 

Industry Focus

Angel specializes in Harry Potter and the Lord of the Rings franchise, having read these books and watched the movies too many times to count. She especially enjoys writing book-to-screen analyses, which has expanded to other franchises such as The Hunger Games, The Chronicles of Narnia, and more. 

Favorite Media

While Angel could analyze the plot and characters of the Harry Potter books all day, she is ionate about any of the comforting binge-worthy classics. Friends, How I Met Your Mother, The Good Place, and all Disney has to offer are never far from her heart. 

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We Don't Need Sirens Season 2 – Meghann Fahy's Character Already Told Us What Will Happen

Netflix's Sirens season 2 could potentially carry these characters' stories forward, but we already have everything we need to connect the dots.

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"She Might Not Know Her Anymore": Sirens’ Ending & Simone's Shocking Decision Explained By Star

Sirens actor Meghann Fahy shares her reaction to the Netflix series' twist ending and explains why she thinks these characters' choices made sense.

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What Meds Simone Is Taking In Sirens & What They're For

Devon was concerned about Simone's medications in Netflix's Sirens, and further details revealed by the series explain why (and what they were).

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"You're Not A Monster": The Deeper Meaning Of Simone, Devon & Michaela's Sirens Stories & Greek Mythology Connection Explained

Netflix's Sirens takes inspiration from the seductive, female monsters of Greek mythology, but the series' ending points out the problems here.

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What Really Happened To Peter's First Wife, Jocelyn, In Sirens

Devon hears about some rumors regarding Peter's wife in Sirens, and though she is initially suspicious, the full truth is eventually revealed.

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Tires Season 2 Trailer Reveals Shane Gillis' Netflix Comedy Return With Vince Vaughn & Thomas Haden Church In New Roles

Tires season 2 will bring Shane Gillis and Steve Gerben back to Valley Forge Automotive Center, and the trailer teases a couple exciting guest stars.

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Milly Alcock, Meghann Fahy & Sirens Main Cast's Ages Explained (& How Their Characters Compare)

The ages of Milly Alcock, Meghann Fahy, Julianne Moore, and Kevin Bacon's characters in Netflix's Sirens have an impact on their respective stories.

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Where Was Sirens Filmed? Netflix TV Show's Filming Locations Explained

Netflix's Sirens takes influence from the monsters of Greek mythology, which meant a seaside location was critical to bring this story to life.

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Sirens Ending Explained: Why Simone Makes That Big Decision About Michaela & Peter

Sirens' ending sees Simone make a shocking choice about Michaela and Peter, but does that really make her the true monster of this Netflix story?

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Sirens Cast & Character Guide

Netflix's Sirens is a dark comedy limited series full of mystery, secrets, and unique laughs, all pulled together by its excellent cast of performers.

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Netflix's New Live-Action Adaptation Of 8-Year-Old Anime Series Becomes Global Streaming Hit Days After Release

Netflix's Global Top 10 TV Shows for the week of May 12th, 2025, reveals that a live-action adaptation of a popular Manga is a streaming hit.

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Wednesday Season 2 Finally Explains A Long-Standing Mystery About The Addams Family's Wealth

Netflix has shared more information about one of Wednesday season 2's newest characters, and it solves the old mystery of the Addams family's wealth.

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You Season 5's Henry Goldberg Story Could Have Fixed One Of The Biggest Ending Complaints

A common complaint about You season 5 is that one of Joe's most important victims was ignored, but Henry's story could have changed everything.

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"I Wish I Had An Explanation": Kevin Bacon Reacts To Prime Video Canceling His 83% RT Horror Show 1 Month After Release

Kevin Bacon shares his disappointment over the cancellation of Prime Video's The Bondsman, which premiered its first season only a month ago.

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Wednesday Season 2's Returning Addams Family Member Improves Upon One Of The Best Parts Of Season 1

Wednesday season 2 will see Wednesday spend a bit more time with some original Addams Family characters, which is great news for one in particular.

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Penn Badgley “Fought To Be In As Little Clothing As Possible” In You Season 5 For One Very Good Reason

Penn Badgley isn't typically keen on nudity and sex scenes, but he advocated that Joe be stripped down for You season 5's ending, and I'm glad he did.

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Michael J. Fox's New Shrinking Season 3 Role Creates A Long-Awaited Reunion For His 29-Year-Old Sitcom That Won Him An Emmy

Michael J. Fox will be ing the cast of Apple TV's Shrinking in season 3, which means an exciting reunion with the creator of his hit 1996 sitcom.

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Netflix's Returning Sci-Fi Anthology Show From David Fincher Has Critics & Audiences Divided On Rotten Tomatoes

David Fincher and Tim Miller's returning sci-fi anthology Love, Death + Robots has finally arrived on Netflix, but it has critics & audiences split

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Fallout Season 2 Trailer Footage Highlights Walton Goggins' Role In The Vault With New Vegas Tease

Amazon Upfront's Fallout season 2 trailer peeks into the pre-apocalypse life of Walton Goggins' character, along with a tease for New Vegas content.

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Michael J. Fox's First TV Role In 5 Years Confirmed As He s Season 3 Of Harrison Ford's 94% RT Apple TV+ Comedy

Michael J. Fox is back on the small screen with his first TV role since 2020's The Good Fight.

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