Netflix’s 10-Part Political Thriller Is Quietly One Of Its Best For A Weekend Binge

Even though viewers really enjoyed it, this 10-episode Netflix series has largely been forgotten over time, making it a hidden gem on the platform. At around 7.5 hours long, with each episode lasting between 38 and 55 minutes, it’s a perfect thriller to watch in a single weekend – especially considering it originally came out six years ago and deserves more attention.

Prime Video’s Countdown: Jensen Ackles’ Post-Supernatural Genre Shift

Following the conclusion of Supernatural, Jared Ackles starred in the action-packed Prime Video series Countdown. The show centered on a unique team working against time to prevent a major terrorist attack in Los Angeles. This role marked a change for Ackles, moving him from the fantasy world of Supernatural to a more realistic genre. Unfortunately, Countdown was cancelled after just one season, highlighting how difficult it can be for actors to successfully reinvent themselves and their careers.

HBO’s 8-Part Crime Thriller Is One Of Its Best For An Easy Weekend Binge

Before she really blew up with her incredible work in that HBO crime drama and snagged an Emmy, I already knew and loved Cristin Milioti. I remember her being fantastic in Black Mirror, especially that episode, “USS Callister” – seriously, it’s a classic! And Palm Springs? One of the best rom-coms of the last few years, hands down. This series she was in, though, it kind of slipped under the radar, but honestly, it’s a really easy and satisfying watch if you’re looking for something to binge.

Can ‘Project Hail Mary’ Compete with ‘Super Mario Galaxy’s Massive Box Office Success?

Wow, the new Mario movie is absolutely crushing it – early estimates are around $350 million for the opening weekend! Honestly, it’s probably going to steal a lot of the audience Project Hail Mary was hoping for. And while I’m a little worried about whether Hail Mary will even make its money back, that’s not my biggest concern. What really has me thinking is what this says about Hollywood. If a video game movie, even a mediocre one, can massively outperform a genuinely good, original film like Project Hail Mary, what does that mean for the future? Are we heading towards a place where studios only want to make safe bets based on existing brands, and original, quality filmmaking gets left behind?