‘Maul: Shadow Lord’: Everything We Know About the Animated Star Wars Series

Lucasfilm Animation’s new animated series, Maul – Shadow Lord, picks up after Star Wars: The Bad Batch ended in 2024. This series starts a big year for Star Wars content in 2026, with The Mandalorian & Grogu coming in May, followed by Season 2 of Star Wars: Ahsoka and a spin-off from Star Wars: Visions called Star Wars: The Ninth Jedi. After 27 years, Darth Maul is finally getting his own dedicated story. Here’s everything you need to know about Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord.

After Watching 1976’s A Star Is Born For The First Time, I Was Reminded Of Something About Gary Busey

The late 1970s were arguably the best period for Gary Busey’s acting, based on critical acclaim. While I enjoyed his popular films like Lethal Weapon, Point Break, Under Siege, and The Firm in the late 80s and early 90s – those were his most commercially successful movies – the 70s showcased his talent beautifully. He gave a memorable performance as Bobbie in a film alongside Kristofferson, and 1978’s Straight Time is a truly excellent movie. Plus, he received an Oscar nomination for playing Buddy Holly in The Buddy Holly Story, which remains one of the best musical biopics ever made.

Lyonel Baratheon’s Important Game of Thrones Season 1 Role Is Back In The Spotlight

HBO recently launched the first episode of its new Game of Thrones prequel, A Knight of the Kingdoms. The episode introduced Lyonel Baratheon, a lord and ancestor of Robert Baratheon from the original Game of Thrones series. Interestingly, after watching the prequel, some fans revisited the first season of Game of Thrones and realized Lyonel’s name appears during a crucial scene, actually setting the main story in motion.

‘Game of Thrones’: New Spin-off Solves 28-Year-Old Mystery

The first book in the series, The Hedge Knight, was published in 1998, with The Sworn Sword following in 2003 and The Mystery Knight in 2010. Although these three prequel stories are relatively simple, a particular question has puzzled readers for nearly three decades since The Hedge Knight first came out. Fortunately, the new Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, finally provides an answer.

James Marsden’s Avengers: Doomsday Comments Have a Clever Double Meaning

James Marsden, who plays Cyclops in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently discussed his return to the role in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday with Variety. He mentioned the significant time that has passed since he last portrayed the character, suggesting fans will recognize and appreciate this comeback as something unique. Marsden also indicated that audiences are prepared for the scale of the movie and the potential for different storylines and characters to intersect, possibly revealing a key element of the film’s plot.

Lost G2 Transformers Release Makes a Return in 2026

H71V Dick is a new version of the Autobot Sideswipe, created by a third-party company, and features a striking, vibrant color scheme. It’s based on a Sideswipe toy that was designed for the unreleased Transformers: Generation 2 line. After being shelved for decades, this Autobot is now available with a Vaporwave-inspired look.