According to reports, Peter Friedlander, who leads Amazon’s global television division, has approved two new series. One is a show based on the movie RoboCop, and the other is Sex Criminals, a project from Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani that Amazon previously declined. Friedlander is now focused on hiring a head of scripted content, so it’s uncertain when filming will begin on either series.
Many talented actors, including Callum Turner and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, have been considered to play James Bond in recent years. Idris Elba, Tom Holland, and Henry Cavill are just a few of the popular names in the mix. Cavill, in particular, has long been a fan favorite, demonstrating his ability to play a spy in films like The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Argylle, and The Ministry of Ungentlemenly Warfare. Interestingly, Cavill may have proposed an idea that could make him the perfect fit for the role, potentially opening the door for him to join the iconic James Bond franchise.
Instead of feeling assured, And Just Like That… often came across as hesitant and struggled to find a consistent tone. While the original characters returned, they felt like faded versions of themselves, stumbling through new relationships, beliefs, and a changed New York City that didn’t quite feel right. It wasn’t that the show tried to update Sex and the City – the issue was that the changes didn’t feel natural or deserved. From the beginning, it was clear the reboot hadn’t fully grasped what people loved about the original, or who this new version was meant to appeal to.
Lewis Pullman, known for his role as Bob Reynolds/Sentry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and previously recognized for his performance in Thunderbolts, suggested that this relationship will be explored further when the Avengers team up. In an interview with Esquire, he hinted that fans will finally see what they’ve been hoping for.
The ’90s Super Mario Bros. movie is famously considered a terrible video game adaptation, failing to capture the bright and playful spirit of the games. However, if you look at it separately, it’s actually a surprisingly bold and unique cyberpunk film. While its vision wouldn’t fit in today, it’s worth revisiting and appreciating for its creativity and risks.
According to FlixPatrol, the TV show is currently the most-watched show globally. It reached the No. 1 spot after the premiere of its second season on April 3, 2026. This dark comedy and crime drama is popular in many countries, including Argentina, Australia, Canada, and Greece. In the U.S., it’s also the top-ranked show.
Fans of the anime and manga series Chainsaw Man recently held a mock funeral for its creator, Tatsuki Fujimoto. This protest appears to be in response to the series’ recent developments. The event started with attendees at the Comic World convention in Busan, South Korea, according to posts shared on social media.
According to FlixPatrol, the top 10 movies on Prime Video in the US right now are Crime 101, Mercy, Roofman, Agent Zeta, Sinners, Melania, Weapons, Overboard, A Minecraft Movie, and Pretty Lethal. Interestingly, six of these films feature actors who have appeared in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movies, and one even stars an actor from the DC Universe (DCU), showing their continued popularity on streaming platforms beyond their roles as superheroes.
Apple TV is nearing completion of its new sci-fi series, Neuromancer – the source of the insightful quote mentioned earlier – and its themes deserve a closer look when it premieres in late 2026. The story is set in 2035, which feels much more immediate now than when the original Neuromancer novel first came out. With the world having shifted from physical to digital, Gibson’s observation about the future is remarkably relevant today.
These TV shows are intensely dark and don’t offer much hope. They’re brutally honest depictions of life’s harsh realities, and they’ll leave you questioning everything. They explore difficult themes about survival, truth, and what happens when things seem hopeless. Prepare yourself for some of the most devastating shows ever made.