Lately I’ve been closely following the ongoing competition between the streaming sites Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Instant Video. There are pros and cons to each one, generally revolving around selection, but what’s most interesting is the quality of original programming that they each put out. Some critics have argued that there is too much good television out there to keep up with all of it; I’m a fan of excess and will always welcome more. To no one’s surprise, Netflix is at the top of the game now that lesser shows like Lilyhammer and Hemlock Grove have been eclipsed by the addictive House of Cards and the exhilarating Orange Is the New Black. Amazon Instant Video hasn’t done too well with last year’s offerings — Betas was canceled and Alpha House hasn’t received much attention — though their upcoming lineup looks very promising. That leaves Hulu trying to play catch-up to the bigger names. Deadbeat, an original comedy that premiered yesterday, is Hulu’s best attempt at establishing itself.  … Read More