A new series is launching a fresh Marvel world centered around Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, a detective in 1930s New York. He used to be a vigilante known as The Spider, and a dangerous case forces him to take on that identity again. This brings him into conflict with updated versions of classic villains like Sandman, Tombstone, Silvermane, and Megawatt, among others.
The show Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War picks up Jack Ryan’s story, though it significantly changes how his previous adventures ended. Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, which first appeared on Prime Video in 2018, didn’t consistently follow established storylines – much like Ryan and his team often bent the rules when it came to international law.
Marvel has given fans their first look at the upcoming Midnight X-Men comic, including some preview artwork. According to a recent announcement, the new series, written by Jonathan Hickman (known for House of X and Ultimate Spider-Man) and illustrated by Matteo Della Fonte (Nova: Centurion), is part of the larger ‘Midnight Universe.’ A special variant cover inspired by movies, created by Björn Barends, was also revealed.
While Space Odyssey was groundbreaking for science fiction, the genre has evolved considerably since its release. Modern filmmaking techniques, including cinematography and storytelling, have advanced to a point where many newer sci-fi films are considered more visually and thematically impressive.
Carrie Preston stars as Elsbeth Tascioni in the series Elsbeth. She plays a detective consultant who works with the NYPD. Preston first played Elsbeth in The Good Wife and continued the role in its spinoff, The Good Fight, appearing in both shows as a recurring character.
Morris playfully teased his former colleague, Jake Johnson, about his role as the superhero in the animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
BOOM! Studios’ Power Rangers comics have become a must-read for fans, largely due to their depth and storytelling. This is especially true for the character of Tommy Oliver, whose transformation from villain to hero has been explored with far more detail than the original TV show allowed. Among the many excellent comics featuring him, one stands out as essential reading for any fan of the original Green Ranger.
With the premiere of House of the Dragon season 3 fast approaching on June 21st on HBO and HBO Max, Entertainment Weekly has published a new feature story. The article includes interviews with Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen), Tom Glynn-Carney (Aegon II Targaryen), Ewan Mitchell (Aemond Targaryen), and the show’s co-creator and showrunner, Ryan Condal. Along with first-look photos from the new season, the cast and creator have shared hints about the more intense character developments viewers can expect.
The new season of the popular Adult Swim show starts with Rick and Morty facing a threat from Evil Morty. He’s making Rick go on adventures, threatening to erase the entire Smith family from all realities if he doesn’t comply, using a powerful device called The Omega Device. Trailers for the season also hint at other storylines, including the ongoing tension between Jerry and Rick about household chores, a run-in with an ancient race, and a meeting with a martial arts master reminiscent of a Sifu.
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that a new play, Game of Thrones: The Mad King, will be performed at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from July 20 to September 5, 2026. The first official performance will be on August 8, with previews for critics and audiences expected in early July. Tickets will first be available to priority bookers on April 14, and then to the general public on April 22.