HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series Needs A Younger Dumbledore Actor For Flashbacks

John Lithgow is joining the select group of actors who have portrayed Dumbledore, and he’s the first one not from Britain to take on the role. He was older than both Richard Harris and Michael Gambon when they first played Dumbledore, and is expected to continue in the part for the duration of HBO’s planned multi-season series. Previously, a much younger actor played the headmaster, which created some inconsistencies, but the new show will avoid that issue.

Marty Supreme Review: Timothée Chalamet Soars in Josh Safdie’s Sports Drama

I have to say, even with my high expectations, this might be Timothée Chalamet’s best performance yet. He’s consistently amazing, but here, he uses all his natural charisma to make you root for a character who’s often really difficult to like. The story is fascinating – it’s based on the life of a table tennis player, but the script beautifully weaves in elements of 1950s Brooklyn, the myth of Icarus, and even feels like an 80s sports movie! The director really takes all these layers and builds incredible tension – it’s even more gripping than anything he’s done before with his usual filmmaking partner.

South Park Season 28’s Divisive New Episode Doubles Down On Major Controversy

I was shocked to learn how South Park funded their Turkey Trot! Apparently, the town was having trouble finding sponsors, so the mayor ended up accepting money from Saudi Arabia just to cover the $5,000 prize. And while all that was happening, the storyline with Cartman trying to build his race team – getting Tolkien to join Kyle, Stan, and Kenny – felt like a clear jab at a really important person in the US government. It was classic South Park – tackling a big issue with a hilarious, and slightly disturbing, plotline.

New The Beatles Series Debuts To Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score

The new show isn’t just a big moment for Disney+. Critics are loving it too! According to Rotten Tomatoes, the 2025 release of The Beatles Anthology has a perfect 100% rating, based on nine reviews. People are especially praising how the series explores the Beatles’ musical journey, and the bonus episode is also getting rave reviews.

Stranger Things’ Mrs. Wheeler Scene Is Season 5’s Worst Moment So Far

Anyone who watches Stranger Things knows the Demogorgon is a seriously dangerous creature. It’s been a threat since the beginning of the show, and it can defeat almost anyone with its incredible strength, sharp teeth, and other powers. No matter what weapons you have, it’s extremely unlikely you’d survive an encounter with a Demogorgon.

Every Single Krampus Movie, Ranked

While Santa Claus brings joy, there’s a much older, more frightening Christmas figure often forgotten. Krampus, a horned, demon-like creature from Alpine folklore, traditionally punishes children who have misbehaved.

5 Bizarre Sci-Fi Shows You Won’t Believe Are Actually Real

A wave of unusual science fiction shows is gaining popularity by fully leaning into the strange and dreamlike. While shows such as Severance have brought attention to this type of innovative storytelling, they’re just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to a long history of similar, more unconventional programs.

Ziva’s Original NCIS Replacement Talks About Returning On A Regular Basis: “She Has A Lot To Offer”

It took NCIS a while to find a lasting replacement for a female detective on Leroy Jethro Gibbs’ team, ultimately introducing Ellie Bishop. Before Emily Wickersham became a regular cast member, the show briefly featured Vera, played by Maffia, as a temporary stand-in for Ziva. Twelve years after first appearing, Maffia returned as Vera in season 23 of NCIS for a crossover with NCIS: Origins. What happens to Vera after that remains a mystery.