Shooting in black and white often encourages filmmakers to pay closer attention to details like lighting, visual texture, storytelling, and character development. Because everything is so visible in black and white, directors and actors often deliver exceptional performances when working with these limitations. This focus has resulted in some truly stunning and memorable films over the past twenty years.
The recent announcement that a major update is coming to the beloved film Avengers: Endgame suggests the list of top movies could change again. Endgame, the popular sci-fi epic, will be refreshed in 2026, seven years after its original release.
Superman has appeared in countless movies and TV shows ever since his comic book debut in 1938. While many have tried to tell his story, few are considered truly exceptional. However, the animated series, My Adventures with Superman, really stands out for how well it portrays this legendary hero.
Today, the soundtrack for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds became available on the Nintendo Music app. Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can listen to the full soundtrack. You can find more details on the official Nintendo website. While I’m still hoping for a remake of A Link Between Worlds, this is a great way to enjoy the music from one of the most beloved Zelda games ever made.
Kelli Berglund, known for her roles in Heels and Now Apocalypse, has been cast as a main character in the upcoming Prison Break series. She will play Cheyenne, an inmate on the show. Originally, Priscilla Delgado (from A League of Their Own and Euphoria) played the part in the pilot episode, but it’s currently unknown why the role was given to Berglund.
Anime Expo 2026 will be the first place in North America to show the original 1984 film, The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Do You Remember Love? With many important people from the anime world attending, Anime Expo is truly the best place to celebrate the history of the industry. This exciting news follows the recent release of several Macross anime series in Western countries, introducing the beloved story to a new generation of fans.
Peacock recently added a collection of films by director Quentin Tarantino, including Reservoir Dogs (1992), Jackie Brown (1997), Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (2004), Death Proof (2007), Inglourious Basterds (2009), Django Unchained (2012), and The Hateful Eight (2015). This means almost all of Tarantino’s films are now available on the streaming service. The only ones not on Peacock are Pulp Fiction, which you can find on Paramount+, and .
Scarlett Johansson is one of the highest-grossing actors of all time, largely thanks to her role as Black Widow in 10 Marvel movies between 2010’s Iron Man 2 and her standalone film, Black Widow (2021). She recently joined the Jurassic World franchise with the upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth (2025). Beyond blockbusters, Johansson has starred in critically acclaimed sci-fi films like Her, Under the Skin (both 2013), and Lucy (2014), which earned nearly $470 million worldwide. Now, another of her sci-fi projects is coming to a major streaming platform.
Ben Stiller is teaming up with Steve Hely (known for Common Side Effects) and Dave King (Parks and Recreation) to create a new comedy series for Apple TV+. The show, currently titled Protective Custody, is close to being greenlit. Stiller will star in the lead role, which is his first time headlining a comedy series. Apple has been searching for a perfect project for Stiller to lead, following their successful collaboration on the drama Severance and other ventures.
Tom Cruise is a major force in action movies. He’s famous for performing his own stunts, delivering incredibly exciting moments for audiences. While he occasionally takes on roles in other types of films, such as the upcoming movie Digger directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, he’s best known for his action-packed performances in films like Edge of Tomorrow and Jack Reacher.