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.
People have been discussing the ideal length for the Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon, and co-creator and showrunner Ryan Condal recently confirmed in an Entertainment Weekly interview that the original plan for its duration remains in place.
Occasionally, game developers will break from tradition and allow the villain to win. There are some truly remarkable games where players invest everything they have, only to discover they’ve been manipulated all along. These surprising endings completely subvert expectations, leaving players shocked and stunned.
I recently interviewed Karen Rodriguez and Lamorne Morris, stars of Spider-Noir. They talked about working with young actor Cary Christopher, but his role in the series was kept secret until the show premiered on MGM+ on May 25th.