10 Best Anime Movies to Stream on HBO Max This Year (2026)

HBO Max has always been a great place to find high-quality movies, and many of those films continue to be highlights of the service. Recently, the selection has gotten even better with the addition of classic anime from directors like Satoshi Kon, Mamoru Hosoda, and Makoto Shinkai, as well as fantastic new movies from the past few years.

Chuck Norris ‘Expendables’ Action Movie Reclaimed His Internet Reputation

Chuck Norris’s skill in martial arts and growing fame led to movie roles, starting with a part as a villain in Bruce Lee’s 1972 film, The Way of the Dragon. He eventually became a leading man, starring in popular action movies like Lone Wolf McQuade, Missing in Action, and The Delta Force. Norris also found success on television with the long-running hit Walker, Texas Ranger, which aired for nine seasons and 196 episodes. Interestingly, he also became an early internet sensation, the subject of countless jokes and memes that continue today. Norris took it all in stride and even participated in the fun, appearing in an action film that helped revitalize his image.

Apple TV’s 2-Part Sci-Fi Series Has One Of Its Best Casts

Apple TV’s sci-fi series, especially Severance, really highlight what makes the streaming service stand out. Unlike Netflix, which often cancels shows too soon, Apple TV seems more open to taking risks on unique and thought-provoking ideas. This willingness has led to incredible sci-fi shows like Silo, Foundation, and the standout series, Severance.

10 Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Scenes Taken Straight From Marvel Comics

These scenes are intentional references that dedicated fans will immediately understand. It’s a satisfying answer to requests for a Spider-Man who feels more like his comic book counterpart and embodies the “friendly neighborhood” hero within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Ultimately, Brand New Day seems focused on respecting Spider-Man’s history while also moving Peter Parker’s story ahead.

10 Friends Episodes That Haven’t Aged Well

Despite the cast still having great chemistry, Friends occasionally feels very much rooted in the 1990s, reminding viewers that it’s a show over three decades old. Some episodes haven’t aged well, like when Ross prevents his son from playing with a Barbie, or when Chandler’s dad is the target of insensitive jokes about his gender identity and sexual orientation.

Clint Eastwood’s 1992 Best Picture Winner Still Holds Up as an Unforgettable Western

As a Western fan, I honestly think nothing in the last few decades has quite matched Clint Eastwood’s Unforgiven. It was huge when it came out, sweeping the awards – Best Picture, Best Director, the works! It really flipped the classic Western on its head, showing a much grittier and more realistic side of the Old West. It’s not just a great Western, it’s one of Eastwood’s best films, and I always wonder what makes it so special compared to everything else out there.

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Offers the Franchise a Unique Way Forward

For years, fans have wondered what it’s like to train to become a Starfleet officer. Previously, we’ve only gotten glimpses of cadet life through quick scenes and brief explanations. Now that a show focusing on Starfleet Academy is finally being made, some viewers are disappointed with how it’s been done, particularly the choice to set it in the 32nd century of Star Trek. However, this controversial setting is actually what will make the show relevant and successful for a long time. And there’s another good reason for its potential, too.