Even though the ending of Stranger Things sparked debate, the show remains a standout success for Netflix. Its captivating story and the charming group of underdog characters truly connected with audiences, turning it into a major cultural moment. The series offers valuable lessons about what makes a TV show work: a blend of excitement, relatable characters, and just the right amount of suspenseful humor is a recipe for success.
Netflix has a lot of popular science fiction series, including shows like Black Mirror and Love, Death + Robots, as well as reboots like Lost in Space and animated Jurassic World series. Russian Doll is another example. While these are all great English-language sci-fi shows, they don’t represent everything Netflix has to offer in the genre.
With filming now started on the final installment of The Summer I Turned Pretty, the show’s Instagram page has asked fans to please stop interfering with production. Sharing filming locations and visiting the set is creating safety issues for those working on the show.
Many viewers are drawn to The Boys because of its dark stories and unique spin on superheroes. However, the show’s humor is also a major topic of discussion. Some find the comedy overly graphic and crude, while others believe it’s essential to what makes The Boys stand out.
As a huge movie fan, I think some of the most thrilling films ever made come from the world of espionage. Take Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – Fallout, for example – a lot of people consider it one of the greatest action movies of all time, and honestly, it’s a strong contender for the best the genre has to offer. And then there’s James Bond, a franchise that just keeps delivering fantastic films year after year.
Science fiction has always been popular, and now it’s simpler than ever to find amazing movies in the genre. Whether you like stories about space exploration, futuristic technology, or the dangers of unchecked scientific progress, there’s a sci-fi film for you. Luckily, Disney+ has a large collection of these films ready to stream.
Fans were pleasantly surprised to learn a new episode of The Bear was coming sooner than expected. Hulu announced “Gary” in May – a special, standalone episode set in the past. You won’t find it with the rest of The Bear episodes on the streaming service, though; it’s listed separately.
Beyond a few important decisions, there haven’t been many updates about the next film. Fans are still in the dark about when it will take place, who will play James Bond, and how closely it will follow the original novels. While staying true to the source material is important, there’s also an opportunity to take the story in a fresh direction. The only clue offered so far references a classic approach – one successfully used by J.R.R. Tolkien with The Lord of the Rings series.
You’ll probably want to know who’s performing! The main headliners are Charli XCX, Rüfüs Du Sol, Twenty One Pilots, Lorde, and The xx. Skrillex will also be a headliner for the first weekend, and Kings of Leon will headline the second. But the incredible lineup beyond the headliners might be the biggest draw.
With the 2026 Biennale just around the corner, a large public artwork honoring the late curator Koyo Kouoh has been unveiled in Venice. Created by American artist Derrick Adams, the installation celebrates Kouoh’s contributions to this year’s event and recognizes her lasting impact on the art world.