Shell Shock #1 is a new comic book from Oni Press, continuing their project of bringing back beloved titles from classic EC Comics. Oni has already successfully re-released several issues of titles like Epitaphs From the Abyss and Cruel Universe, and they’re now exploring a wide variety of genres.
In a recent interview, Basco was asked if he or his fellow cast members predicted the show Avatar would become so popular. He said, “Absolutely not. When we began working on it, none of us had any idea it would become what it is today.”
Timothy Olyphant is widely recognized for his work in Westerns like Justified and Deadwood, but he’s taken on a wide variety of TV roles across different streaming platforms. He’s explored sci-fi horror with shows like Alien: Earth and Terminator Zero, and has also appeared in horror comedies (Santa Clarita Diet), sitcoms (The Office), crime dramas (Fargo), and even space Westerns (The Mandalorian). More recently, Olyphant has frequently lent his voice to adult animated comedies, and his latest Netflix series has been a hit with both critics and viewers.
This week’s picks don’t include any superhero films or documentaries. However, after recommending an action movie last week, I found a great follow-up – a thrilling and action-packed adventure for our subscribers. Plus, a movie we suggested earlier is still popular.
The new horror movie Backrooms, from A24 and Chernin Entertainment, earned an impressive $10.4 million during its Thursday night previews. This is a strong start, exceeding the previous best for major horror franchises – $7.8 million for Scream 7. Backrooms also outperformed 2023’s Five Nights at Freddy’s ($10.3 million) and other popular blockbusters like John Wick: Chapter 4 ($8.9 million) and Eternals ($9.5 million) in terms of preview earnings.
As a Superman fan, I’ve always wondered why Brainiac is such a tough villain for him. To really get why their fights are so intense, you first need to know what their beef even is.
FX is working on a new drama series inspired by the popular comic book That Texas Blood, created by Chris Condon and Jacob Phillips, as reported by Deadline.
As a huge fan of shows like Prime Video’s The Man in the High Castle, I was immediately hooked by Apple TV+’s new thriller, Star City. It’s set in a really compelling alternate history where the Soviets actually won the Space Race – imagine that! The show is a spin-off of For All Mankind, which is already five seasons in with another one coming, and honestly, Star City is off to an incredible start. I watched the premiere and I’m already completely invested.
Ever since she first appeared in Yellowstone Season 1, Beth has become a fan favorite and a formidable force on television. Many viewers, especially those who enjoy the show’s conservative themes, connect with her strong, traditionally masculine personality. Throughout Yellowstone, Beth challenged typical expectations of women, using her sexuality as a tool to achieve her goals. This led some to believe that the show’s creator, Taylor Sheridan, was making a statement about femininity – and it wasn’t necessarily a positive one. However, the new spin-off, Dutton Ranch, seems to be offering a different perspective.
In an interview with JoBlo, Danny Boyle revealed the next 28 Years Later film was initially scheduled to begin filming this year, but logistical challenges with the location – which can only be filmed during specific seasons – caused a delay. Boyle now anticipates starting production in 2027. He expressed optimism and shared that Alex Garland has penned a “wonderful script” to complete the trilogy.