Some fans loved Luke Skywalker’s appearance in The Mandalorian, while others felt it was just a way to appeal to older fans. Luckily, it doesn’t seem like future Star Wars movies and games will face the same criticism.
John Carpenter is famous for directing influential movies in several genres, including horror, science fiction, action, and crime. While his 1978 film Halloween is his most well-known work – and practically created the slasher film genre, leading to numerous sequels – many of his other films are equally important to the history of filmmaking. In particular, his 1980 film is a beautifully atmospheric horror movie that deserves renewed attention.
In the animated series Spider-Noir, Nicolas Cage voices Ben Reilly, a different Spider-Man than the one he played in Into the Spider-Verse. The show intentionally refers to his character simply as “The Spider,” a nod to classic, shadowy heroes from old detective stories like The Spirit and The Shadow.
In a recent Reddit Q&A, Ira Parker, the showrunner for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, admitted that one alteration from the source material was an error. A fan pointed out that a crucial conversation between Dunk and Steely Pate – where Pate describes a knight as someone who “remembered his vows” – was left out of the show. Parker responded by taking responsibility, saying, “Honestly, it was a mistake on my part. I’ve made a few on this show, and I probably will again.” He explained that the scene had been included in earlier versions of the script but was ultimately cut.
The moments leading up to Gohan’s power increase are the most impactful part of the story. Android 16’s sacrifice and heartfelt speech as he dies are incredibly special, even within the entire history of anime, and especially within Dragon Ball Z. His message to Gohan during the Cell Games feels even more meaningful today than it did 33 years ago, showing just how much depth and insight Akira Toriyama built into his manga, beyond all the action and special effects.
Entertainment reporter Daniel Richtman shared encouraging news about Moana 3: Disney has already started working on it. This is a faster start to development than with Moana 2, which didn’t begin production until 2020 – about four years after the original film. Initially, Moana 2 was planned as a Disney+ series.
In 2020, the streaming service offered several popular shows, including the spooky series The Haunting of Bly Manor and the charming holiday romance Dash & Lily. However, The Queen’s Gambit remains particularly memorable, and it’s considered one of the platform’s best-made limited series for good reason.
Created by Michael Schur – known for comedies like Brooklyn Nine-Nine and The Good Place – A Man on the Inside is a spy comedy starring Ted Danson, who previously collaborated with Schur on The Good Place. The show also includes several actors fans will recognize from Schur’s other series. Netflix recently showed its confidence in the show by renewing it for a third season, which may indicate a change in how the streaming service handles its original programs.
Released on Apple TV in 2020, the film Greyhound quickly became popular and continues to be a frequent fixture in the platform’s Top 10 movie list. Tom Hanks stars as Captain Krause, a first-time leader tasked with guiding 37 ships across the Atlantic, delivering vital supplies and troops. The journey takes them through dangerous waters where Krause and his crew must fight off German U-boats while protecting their valuable cargo and the soldiers on board.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is growing! In 2026, TMNTthemed pizzerias are planned for Santa Monica, Monterrey (Mexico), and Sao Paulo (Brazil). Plus, starting in 2027, Mattel will take over as the toy manufacturer for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ending Playmates Toys’ 35-year partnership with the brand. Mattel will create toys for both the 2027 animated film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem*, and the live-action movie scheduled for 2028.