When James McAvoy decided to return to horror with the 2025 psychological thriller Speak No Evil, it wasn’t surprising that he delivered another strong performance. In fact, the film has recently gained renewed popularity, becoming one of the top 5 most-streamed movies on Netflix in April and reaching the number one spot in multiple countries, reminding audiences of the power of great acting.
Masters of the Universe isn’t alone in becoming a movie. Many popular toys and games have made the jump to the big screen, including Transformers, Barbie (2023), several Dungeons & Dragons films, G.I. Joe, and even movies like Ouija (2014) and Battleship (2012). Turning toys into franchises has been a long-standing Hollywood trend with mixed results, but it seems like another beloved toy could be next.
For ten years, Channing Tatum really championed a solo Gambit movie, but it just never came together. Thankfully, Ryan Reynolds stepped in and gave him the chance to play the character in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine – a huge movie for the MCU! And honestly, it totally paid off. Everyone’s talking about Tatum’s Gambit; he’s quickly become the standout character and a real highlight of the film. It’s great to see his dedication finally rewarded.
After a certain point, Steve McQueen started taking on more varied roles, moving beyond the typical characters he usually played. This led to his most famous film, 1968’s Bullitt, where he portrayed one of the coolest police officers in 1960s cinema, alongside figures like “Dirty” Harry Callahan. However, most fans still remember McQueen for playing rebellious, tough, and charismatic characters. That’s why many consider his best and most memorable film to be a 1965 drama – a true classic from his career that features a fantastic cast and plenty of iconic scenes. It remains one of his most underrated achievements.
Netflix recently shared a first peek at Season 3 of Wednesday, teasing it with the message, “From Paris, with dread.” Filming began in February, and this new look offers just a hint of what’s to come. The second season ended with Wednesday Addams leaving Nevermore Academy and her family to team up with her uncle Fester in a search for her roommate, Enid Sinclair. We last saw Enid transformed and unable to change back, leaving Nevermore and those she knew behind.
Oren Uziel, the showrunner for Spider-Noir, recently told SFX Magazine that several new projects featuring different versions of Spider-Man are currently in development. Similar to Spider-Noir, these shows will explore diverse tones, styles, and genres, and will appear across both movies and TV series. Uziel shared that…
The movie Practical Magic, based on Alice Hoffman’s novel, features Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as sisters Sally and Gillian. They come from a family with a tragic curse: any man who loves them is doomed. After losing their parents, the sisters are raised by their aunts, who also teach them how to use witchcraft. As adults, they must overcome the family curse and defeat the vengeful ghost of Gillian’s former abusive partner.
Her latest album, Weather Alive, came out in 2022 to great reviews. She’s now preparing to release a new album called The Ground Above, and has already shared two songs from it. The first, the title track, was released in March, and she recently followed it up with a song called “Waiting.”
The HBO Max medical drama, created by ER veteran R. Scott Gemmill and developed with the help of fellow veterans Noah Wyle and John Wells, quickly became a popular and critically acclaimed hit. The show’s second season was even more successful, earning a near-perfect 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and attracting a viewership 200% higher than the premiere of its first season.
Newman is a standout character because he throws off the show’s usual balance. While George, Elaine, and Kramer all revolve around Jerry’s life, Newman feels like an outsider who constantly interferes. This creates a lot of the show’s best comedic moments, making even his short appearances memorable and contributing to Seinfeld‘s success.