FX Chief John Landgraf Wrestles with Getting Back to Basics in TV

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Story by Cynthia Littleton
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FX's John Landgraf champions the return of traditional TV, seeking to refocus the industry on viewers' enduring love for classic formats.
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  • Landgraf sees a shift away from the 'brinksmanship' of big-budget streaming content, arguing viewers still crave the comforts of procedural dramas and multi-cam comedies.
  • After years of prioritizing critical acclaim and awards, Landgraf wants FX to reconnect with the mainstream audience and deliver the kind of familiar, reliable programming that has long formed the backbone of television.
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John Landgraf, FX
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