The Punisher, recently featured in the Daredevil: Born Again series, made a brief appearance in the trailer for the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie, setting up a first-time showdown with Tom Holland’s Spider-Man. While a fan favorite, the Punisher’s previous movie ventures haven’t always been successful; he actually starred in Marvel’s lowest-performing film to date.
Jamie Lee Curtis first became known for her role as Laurie Strode in John Carpenter’s classic 1978 horror film, Halloween. She continued playing the character in several sequels, including Halloween II (1981), Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998), and Halloween Resurrection (2002). After the 2002 film, it seemed like her time with the franchise was over, but she later returned to the role for a new trilogy of Halloween films starting in 2018, directed by David Gordon Green.
Neil deGrasse Tyson is a well-known science communicator, and his views on science fiction are highly respected by fans. Filmmakers often seek his feedback on their movies and shows, valuing his expert opinion.
The sports documentary F1 reached a significant achievement on March 22nd: it had been featured on the U.S. Apple TV charts for 100 days, according to FlixPatrol. This coincides with the date it first began streaming on December 12th. Throughout those 100 days, the show consistently ranked at or near the top of the charts.
The show is doing well enough that its creator, Lorne Michaels, is trying a new version for the UK called Saturday Night Live UK. This spin-off, which launched on March 21, 2026, features a completely British cast of rising comedy stars and offers a similar style of humor, but focuses on current events and popular figures in the United Kingdom.
Idris Elba led the Apple TV+ thriller series Hijack, which premiered in 2023 and returned for a second season in January 2026. Even after the recent season finale, the show remains popular with viewers. According to FlixPatrol, Hijack is currently the fourth most-watched program on Apple TV+ globally.
The Mandalorian had its ups and downs as a TV series. While the first season was almost universally praised, and the second season received similar positive reactions with a few issues, the third season proved more divisive among fans. This division has created some uncertainty about the upcoming movie. Regardless of how fans felt about Season 3, the show continues to build on its established storyline and universe with The Mandalorian and Grogu.
The Korean series Kingdom, which premiered on Netflix in 2019, uniquely blends historical drama with intense zombie action. Set in Korea’s Joseon period, it’s a far cry from typical modern zombie stories. Unlike shows like The Last of Us that focus on survival and fungal outbreaks, Kingdom centers on political intrigue, social inequalities, and the terrifying spread of a deadly plague.
Currently, World War Z is a popular choice for viewers streaming on Pluto TV, consistently ranking as one of the top 10 free movies. It’s also been a top 10 hit on Paramount+ in countries like Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, making it a streaming success worldwide in recent days, according to FlixPatrol.
Peter Parker, as Spider-Man, constantly faces challenges. From personal tragedies like the loss of loved ones to the constant struggle of balancing his normal life with superhero duties and a never-ending stream of new villains, he rarely has an easy time.