This weekend’s top 10 movies have an interesting narrative, but a closer look suggests some potential challenges for the film industry as the year draws to a close. See the complete list below, and then come back for a more detailed breakdown.
During a recent interview on the SmartLess podcast, Noah Hawley addressed fan speculation about a crossover between Alien and Predator in the upcoming season of Alien: Earth. However, he clarified that a Predator appearance isn’t planned for the show, despite what some fans might be hoping for.
Even though Liam Neeson was only in The Phantom Menace, his character played a huge role in the overall Star Wars story. He was a significant figure for both Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, making his short appearance surprisingly impactful within the Skywalker Saga.
Many popular TV shows today focus on dramatic, intense stories, often featuring complex characters who struggle to find happiness. While these shows can be compelling and well-made, they sometimes lack warmth and can feel overwhelming for viewers hoping for something more positive or with a wider range of emotions.
Okay, so Doomsday is going to be absolutely insane! They’re throwing in characters from all over the Marvel Cinematic Universe – seriously, dozens of them. We’re talking about the Avengers we know and love, the Fantastic Four, even the X-Men from different universes. But honestly, the thing I’m most hyped about is seeing two characters reunite after eight years! It’s a pairing fans have been waiting for, and it’s finally happening!
Fans of the DC superhero show Arrow have a limited time to watch it on Netflix. The series, which followed the success of Smallville and became a hit in its own right, will leave Netflix on December 18th. This is because the agreement allowing Netflix to stream the show is ending and won’t be renewed. Arrow isn’t the only show affected; Supernatural and The 100 are also being removed from Netflix on the same date. The shows will be moving to HBO Max.
The movie Starman tells the story of Jenny Hayden, who is grieving the loss of her husband. Her life is turned upside down when an alien spaceship crashes nearby, and the alien inside takes on the appearance of her deceased husband, Scott. Initially terrified, Jenny tries to get away, but the alien reveals why he came to Earth. Eventually, Jenny and the alien, nicknamed Starman, form an emotional bond, and she decides to help him evade government agents who are determined to capture him.
In the second season, Lara Croft and her friend Sam embark on a journey to find stolen African Orisha masks. They soon encounter a powerful and dangerous billionaire who also wants the masks, leading to a conflict.
Everyone thought this movie would be a typical sequel, but it’s become a huge international success – especially in China, where it’s performing far beyond what any Hollywood studio predicted for this year.
A four-minute preview of Starfleet Academy was shown at a Paramount+ event during CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil. It was also released on the official Paramount+ and Star Trek YouTube channels, and quickly gained over 80,000 views in under 24 hours.