Core Insights - The creator and showrunner of The Night Agent, Shawn Ryan, is not credited as a writer for the upcoming third season, which is unusual given his previous involvement in the first two seasons [1][2] - Ryan emphasizes the importance of time management and supporting his writing staff, opting to allow them to take on episode writing to enhance their opportunities and salaries [2][4] - The production timeline for Season 3 was expedited, with its release scheduled less than 13 months after Season 2, contrasting with the 22-month gap between Seasons 1 and 2 [3][4] Production and Writing Dynamics - Ryan has a strong belief in the value of having writers involved in the production process, which he argues is economically beneficial and essential for developing future showrunners [10][13] - The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is set to negotiate a new contract, with health plans and the integration of writers into the production cycle being key issues [6][11] - Ryan's show, The Night Agent, has a unique structure where all writers produce their episodes, which he believes contributes to staying on budget and resolving production issues early [12][15] Industry Context - The current Hollywood landscape is challenging, with fewer shows being produced compared to previous years, leading to a competitive environment for actors and other industry professionals [17][19] - The Night Agent has managed to attract a star-studded cast for Season 3, which Ryan attributes to the current market conditions that favor shows like his [16][18] - The overall reduction in production opportunities has created a "buyer's market" for shows, allowing The Night Agent to secure high-profile talent [18][19] Upcoming Developments - Season 3 of The Night Agent is set to premiere on February 19 on Netflix, following a rapid production cycle [20]

Streaming Performance - The children's cartoon "Bluey" has been streamed for over 25 billion minutes this year [1] - "Bluey"'s streaming performance surpasses that of popular shows like "Squid Game," "Reacher," and "The Night Agent" [1]

Streaming Performance - The children's cartoon "Bluey" has been streamed for over 25 billion minutes this year [1] - "Bluey"'s streaming performance surpasses that of popular shows like "Squid Game," "Reacher," and "The Night Agent" [1]

Popularity & Streaming Performance - The children's cartoon "Bluey" has been streamed for over 25 billion minutes this year [1] - "Bluey" surpasses popular streaming shows like "Squid Game," "Reacher," and "The Night Agent" in viewership [1]