Movies

I just finished the first episode of Apple TV+’s Widow’s Bay, and while it’s a completely original story – not based on any existing book – it immediately struck me as something a Stephen King fan would love. It’s got that small-town mystery and creeping dread that King does so well, but what really surprised me is that Widow’s Bay doesn’t feel overly serious. Even in its scariest moments, there’s a touch of lightness, which is a really interesting choice and sets it apart from a lot of King’s work.

The new Disney+ series, Daredevil: Born Again, follows Matt Murdock as he returns to fighting crime as Daredevil after a year-long break. But when Wilson Fisk, also known as Kingpin, becomes mayor of New York and creates a team to stop vigilantes, Daredevil is forced to come out of retirement to battle Fisk and save the city from his growing corruption.

Despite claims to the contrary, the 2020s have already delivered a wealth of incredible games, and we’re only halfway through the decade! Several titles are already considered modern classics, and are poised to become cherished memories for gamers just like the retro games we love today.

As a critic, I’ve been following the post-Yellowstone universe closely, and the debut of Marshals on CBS with Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton was…interesting. While it’s drawing huge numbers – the most-watched show on both broadcast and streaming, actually – a lot of dedicated Yellowstone fans haven’t connected with the procedural format. It seems they’re holding out hope for Dutton Ranch, which is expected to pick up Rip’s story and, if the trailers are anything to go by, maintain that gritty, intense energy we all loved.

Both Cavill and Corenswet portrayed distinct sides of Superman’s personality. Cavill’s version was notably darker and more serious, reflecting the tone of the DC Universe films he was in. He emphasized Superman’s strength, his pursuit of justice, and his overall impressive presence, and excelled in these areas.

Okay, so season two of Wednesday is going to be a much bigger adventure! I’m hearing Wednesday, along with her…unique companion Fester, will be tracking down Enid, who’s stuck as a werewolf and making a run for the Canadian border. But that’s not all – Netflix has confirmed she’ll also be investigating things in Paris! Honestly, it feels like the show is shifting gears from that moody, school-focused vibe we loved in season one and becoming a full-on international mystery. While I get wanting to broaden the scope, I’m a little worried it might lose some of the charm that made the first season so great. We’ll see if they can pull it off!

Pinpointing the very first Pokémon spin-off is tricky, depending on how you define one. While Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 64 isn’t a Pokémon game itself, it includes Pokémon characters. Similarly, Game Boy Camera featured Pokémon images and was even released in the US before the original Pokémon Red and Blue. However, the title of the first true Pokémon spin-off game most likely belongs to Pokémon Pinball.

Many popular TV action heroes are incredibly skilled and charismatic, often cracking jokes and displaying expertise in various areas. But the Jack Reacher character in the books is different – he’s a man of few words who primarily relies on his incredible strength and instincts. While the books frequently show us what Reacher is thinking even when he remains silent, translating that to a TV show presents a unique challenge.

Apple has become a leader in streaming quality by following a strategy similar to what Netflix and HBO once did: investing in bold ideas, supporting talented creators, and allowing shows time to develop. This patience is what most other streaming services lack. While Netflix is quick to cancel shows after one season, Apple often renews them for two, like with Silo, giving the creators time to finish their stories properly. They even greenlit two seasons of Pluribus based solely on the strong reputation of creator Vince Gilligan.

The Dexter series has been a popular one for almost two decades. It first aired in 2006 and continued for eight seasons. After a break, Dexter: New Blood ran from 2021 to 2022, followed by Dexter: Original Sin which debuted in 2024. As one of Showtime’s longest-running shows, the latest installment, Dexter: Resurrection, has already been renewed for another season.