But one show stands out by connecting to a larger cinematic universe. Cinematic universes have become increasingly popular since the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) began, and it’s now common for seemingly independent stories to secretly link to other projects.
The series Star Trek: Discovery featured characters like Tilly and Reno, both originating from the 23rd century, alongside Captain Michael Burnham (played by Sonequa Martin-Green) aboard the USS Discovery. Tilly began as a bright, new Starfleet Academy cadet and was promoted to Ensign by the end of the first season. Commander Reno, an engineer, became part of the Discovery crew at the start of season three.
This article consistently attracts more angry and critical comments than anything else I write. Even when I express controversial opinions – like saying the Carpenters are underrated or that the album Aja isn’t as good as The Royal Scam – the backlash isn’t usually as strong. (Although, the Aja opinion does stir up trouble with readers who are really into high-fidelity sound.)
ScreenRant reports that Scream 7 includes a scene shown during the credits, but it appears after the main credits begin. There isn’t a separate scene after all the credits have finished, so viewers need to watch the initial part of the credits roll to see it.
It’s rare for fan campaigns to actually work. While fans often start petitions and express their disappointment online when a show is canceled, these efforts are usually overlooked. However, occasionally a campaign gains so much attention and support that it can surprisingly bring a canceled show back to life.
Melissa Barrera, who was set to star in the latest Scream movie, was fired by the production company, Spyglass Media Group, in November 2023. The decision came after she posted about the Israel-Gaza conflict on social media. Spyglass considered her comments antisemitic and claimed they promoted hatred, specifically referencing her discussion of “genocide and ethnic cleansing.” The studio publicly stated they have no tolerance for Barrera’s behavior or for antisemitism.
A continuing puzzle about the show Happy Days is what became of Chuck Cunningham, Richie and Joanie’s older brother. His unexpected exit sparked numerous explanations and even coined the phrase “Chuck Cunningham Syndrome.” Interestingly, one of the oddest theories surrounding the show might actually be the most plausible.
The recent film The Magnificent Seven is actually a remake of Akira Kurosawa’s classic Seven Samurai, reimagined with American cowboys. The 1960 film boasts a fantastic cast and tells the story of hired guns who defend a small town from bandits. At just over two hours long, the movie feels complete, making it difficult to see how a longer television series could add anything new to the narrative.
Cristina Vee, who voices Killua in Hunter x Hunter, previously voiced young Satoru Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2. Now, she’s joined the cast again as Remi, a new character in the Culling Game. While Remi might become a disliked character like others, Vee is a skilled voice actress sure to deliver a fantastic performance in another popular series.
Since the story begins with the murder of President Cal Bradford (James Marsden), many viewers probably expected him to quickly disappear from the show. However, the show Paradise has cleverly used flashbacks to great effect. These flashbacks have gradually revealed important background information and helped solve the central mysteries in a way that feels rewarding.