Twin Peaks Meets IT: Welcome to Derry in Hulu’s 2-Part Stephen King Series

Despite the 2026 film The Running Man, starring Glen Powell, not being a box office success and suggesting that audiences don’t always gravitate towards Stephen King’s science fiction stories, his work continues to inspire highly popular adaptations. For example, the 2025 series It: Welcome to Derry boldly expanded the It universe with a prequel set in the 1960s, and became one of the most frightening and inventive horror shows of recent years.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 2 Receives Hopeful Update From Star

The first season of the live-action Star Wars show premiered on Disney+ in December 2024 and finished in January 2025. It follows a group of kids who grew up protected on a remote planet as they begin exploring the galaxy, encounter pirates, and attempt to return home. The show received generally positive reviews, earning a 92% rating from critics and a 79% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, but Disney+ has not yet announced whether it will be renewed for another season.

6 Western Shows Better Than Deadwood

While Deadwood is a truly great show, a few other series are even better, either by exploring different angles or by taking its ideas to the next level. Some shows offer a grander scope of the Wild West, focusing on adventure and stunning landscapes, while others delve deeper into the harsh realities of its conquest. This list includes both long-running favorites and hidden gems – all shows that bring something unique to the table that Deadwood doesn’t.

Christopher Meloni’s Law & Order: SVU Return Gets Fantastic Update From Showrunner

The duo were a part of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and their chemistry was undeniable, although nothing romantic has happened yet. Meloni left SVU after 12 seasons, and then he came back with his own spinoff, which aired for five seasons. In a new interview with People, Law & Order: SVU showrunner Michele Fazekas gave a positive update on a potential Benson and Stabler reunion.

All 3 Game Of Thrones Universe Releases Coming To HBO Max In June 2026

As a huge fan of fantasy and television, I truly believe Game of Thrones was in a league of its own for most of its run – it really felt like the best fantasy series ever made. Yes, the ending was definitely disappointing, but it didn’t ruin everything. HBO still managed to build on that world and find success with new stories in Westeros, which proves how strong the original series was.

25 Years Later, Buffy Summers’ Best Line Is Still One Of TV’s Greatest Quotes

Many popular shows wouldn’t exist without the groundwork laid by Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Series like Supernatural, Grimm, Riverdale, Lucifer, Pretty Little Liars, Evil, The CW’s Nancy Drew, and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina all owe a debt to its innovative format. Even the recent announcement of Netflix’s Scooby-Doo: Origins – a live-action, young adult mystery – clearly draws inspiration from the character dynamics, humor, teen drama, and spooky mysteries that made Buffy so unique.

4 Must-Watch Fantasy Movies Still Begging for a Sequel

While it’s tempting to leave classic movies untouched, some truly deserve sequels – particularly those that ended with unresolved storylines. Some of these films were initially dismissed or didn’t perform well in theaters, but have since gained a following and feel incomplete. With Arnold Schwarzenegger preparing to reprise his role as Conan, here are four other fantasy movies that would benefit from a follow-up.