Everyone has anime they love and think deserve more attention, but it’s the really popular shows that create the biggest communities at conventions and online. These anime consistently receive high ratings and positive reviews, and many have even been adapted into live-action versions. Whether you’re a dedicated fan or just starting to explore anime, here’s a look at some of the most beloved series of all time.
It’s great to see more science fiction being made lately, especially with streaming services investing heavily in creating detailed worlds and compelling stories. Netflix has produced some excellent sci-fi films, like Don’t Look Up, Bird Box, and The Mitchells vs. The Machines. One of these movies is celebrating its fourth anniversary this year, and it still holds up as a fantastic watch.
Recently, Variety interviewed Ryan Coogler, his partner and producer Zinzi Coogler, and co-producer Sev Ohanian. The three of them shared their reactions to the Oscar nominations yesterday morning. Zinzi said they were still processing the news, calling it an “insane honor.” Ryan Coogler focused on how proud he was of the entire team who worked on the film.
Though the show has changed direction somewhat, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage carries on the family-focused, comedic drama style that Young Sheldon adopted in its later seasons. The McAllisters are essentially the new Cooper family, and the show cleverly brings back beloved characters like Mary, Missy, Meemaw, and Dale. Given its success, it’s no surprise CBS quickly renewed the show for a third season.
One week before Fire Country got picked up for Season 5, it was reported by Deadline that Tia Napolitano would be leaving the show after Season 4. She’s been the showrunner and an executive producer since the series premiered in 2022, so the news of her exit was shocking. However, her love for the program is not wavering. When it was revealed that the series would continue beyond the 2026 TV schedule, she posted the following message on Instagram:
Keira Knightley often takes on challenging roles, and the 2014 film Laggies is no exception. The romantic comedy, which also stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Sam Rockwell, and Mark Webber, didn’t earn rave reviews, scoring 64% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and only 50% from viewers.
The 2023 film 65, directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods and starring Adam Driver, didn’t perform well in theaters and received mixed reviews. However, it’s recently found a new audience on HBO Max, where it’s currently a top 10 hit. Viewers are now recognizing the film’s bold ideas and unique approach to a familiar story.
It seems we may already know who will play Batman in the new DC Universe. Brandon Sklenar is currently the most talked-about choice among fans, and many believe he’s the leading candidate, or even a certainty. If he doesn’t get the role, all the recent attention he’s received will have been for nothing.
The show Stranger Things has been a huge hit for Netflix, with two of its seasons appearing on the list of all-time most popular shows. Season 4 is currently ranked third with 140.7 million views in its first 91 days, and the fifth and final season is in fourth place with 120.1 million views. Whatever show follows Stranger Things is also proving successful, finding its own audience.
Many fans consider Deep Space Nine to be the best Star Trek series because it broke from the mold of previous shows. Unlike The Original Series and The Next Generation, which featured adventures aboard starships, DS9 took place on a space station and explored complex, ongoing political and religious struggles. It aired from 1993 to 1999 and was ahead of its time in using a serialized storytelling format – a style of TV that’s now very common.