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I’ve noticed something about villains in long-running stories: even when they’re defeated, they can fundamentally alter the world around them. Each new bad guy seems to push the story in a new direction, reshaping it. Think about Goku’s adventures – what started as a fun, energetic quest has been constantly evolving because of the challenges he’s faced. These villains didn’t just appear and disappear; they truly changed Dragon Ball. Their fights weren’t just battles, they redefined what was possible, upped the ante, and left lasting impacts that the series will always carry.

As a huge Full House fan, I was really moved by a post John Stamos shared on Instagram. He and Bob Saget were so close, and John posted this really sweet video of them jamming with friends. It was followed by a bunch of photos of them together over the years – honestly, it was a beautiful look at their friendship. The last photo he shared was labeled ‘last pic’ and showed Bob and John with their wives, standing by the ocean. It just felt… raw and incredibly sad.

Peacock relies on popular shows from NBC like The Office, Saturday Night Live, and Friends to attract viewers, but it’s also invested in creating original content. Series like Twisted Metal, Long Bright River, Poker Face, and Mrs. Davis have earned praise and demonstrate the platform’s commitment to diverse genres and styles.

Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again sees Mayor Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin (played by Vincent D’Onofrio), continuing to control New York City through intimidation and force. Still mourning the loss of his wife, Vanessa (Ayelet Zurer), he uses the Anti-Vigilante Task Force to target Daredevil, and his grief only makes his rule over the city more brutal for everyone.

Many were surprised by his approach: a massive release of new music. He finally released the long-awaited ICEMAN, along with two additional full albums, HABIBTI and MAID OF HONOUR.

Apple TV has earned a reputation for high-quality science fiction, particularly for successfully adapting stories many thought couldn’t be done, like Isaac Asimov’s Foundation. But Prime Video is becoming a major player in the genre, with several of its sci-fi shows being exceptionally well-made. Fallout surprised everyone with its excellent adaptation of the popular video game, The Boys stands out for its sharp and critical look at modern America, and The Expanse is still considered a standout for its believable storytelling. Now, The Captive’s War has the potential to become Prime Video’s next big hit.

Currently, Teenage Sex and Death and Camp Miasma has a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. That’s a remarkable achievement for a slasher film, which usually don’t receive positive reviews from critics. Many critics are giving the movie a perfect score and are calling it one of the most original horror films of the 21st century.

Fans won’t have to wait long to see more of Soldier Boy. A prequel series, Vought Rising, is coming soon, and it will explore the origins of Vought International in the 1950s, with Soldier Boy as a key figure. Interestingly, this version of Soldier Boy is the same character we see in The Boys series – a departure from the comic books, which featured three different versions of the hero over time. This is a significant change the Prime Video show has made from its source material.

Humberstone creates catchy pop songs with beautiful, slightly sad melodies, but they don’t leave you feeling down. While her music isn’t always upbeat, it’s incredibly energizing and makes you feel hopeful about the future.

The original X-Men: The Animated Series feels surprisingly current, especially with the X-Men now joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday movie. Several episodes from the original series will provide important context for that film. Plus, the show has been successfully revived as X-Men ’97, with a second season on the way. It’s clear that the original animated series continues to be a significant part of Marvel’s ongoing story.