2025 was an amazing year for theme parks, and 2026 has a lot to live up to. However, all the major theme park companies are planning big things to try and surpass it. While Disney and Universal have some fantastic new attractions on the way, the most exciting developments might actually be happening outside of California and Florida.
Ben Affleck is returning to the world of crime thrillers, a genre where he’s found success with films like The Town and Triple Frontier. He recently starred in a sequel to 2016’s The Accountant released in early 2025, reprising his role as Christian Wolff. While The Accountant 2 received positive reviews, it didn’t achieve the same popularity as the first movie and was considered an overlooked thriller of the year. However, his new thriller could draw more attention to his previous work, including The Accountant 2.
Yoshihiro Togashi, the creator of Hunter x Hunter, recently shared a new illustration on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. This is the latest news regarding the upcoming chapters, specifically numbers 411 through 426. Since 2022, Togashi has been keeping fans updated on the series’ progress by posting sketches on X.
Many movies leave audiences puzzled, prompting more questions than providing answers. Here are three films that do just that, each selected for its unique ability to challenge viewers. If you enjoy films that require active thought and interpretation, these intelligent movies might be perfect for you.
Although the rain changed how the parade looked and felt, the performers didn’t miss a beat. In fact, it gave the show a fresh, spontaneous energy that made the musical numbers even more special. This year’s Rose Parade didn’t stick to traditional performers; instead, it featured a mix of today’s popular artists – including alt-pop, country, and rising stars – creating a carefully planned, modern vibe.
With Kong: Skull Island, the filmmakers cleverly expanded the history of Monarch and seamlessly integrated King Kong into the larger MonsterVerse. Importantly, the movie was fun and visually exciting, avoiding the trap of feeling like a dry info-dump, which has doomed other franchise starters. However, the film’s most impactful moment remains a surprisingly powerful line of dialogue that, even after nearly ten years, hasn’t gotten the recognition it deserves.
2026 promises a strong year for animated movies, with both fresh, new ideas from studios like Disney and DreamWorks, and exciting continuations of popular franchises. We can look forward to sequels – including the third films in two different series, and the fifth installment of another – all designed to build excitement for animation.
People are drawn to stories about how everyday lives are turned upside down by major events, and while some shows focus on exciting visuals, the most impactful ones center on the emotional fallout. Realistic disaster series, those without supernatural elements, are especially tricky to create because they need to feel believable.
For years, it’s been surprisingly hard to find the movie Equilibrium on streaming services. Now that it’s suddenly available on Paramount+, it’s a great chance for Christian Bale fans to discover this overlooked and underrated film.
The official trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series, Wonder Man, is now available. The show is scheduled to premiere on January 27, 2026. You can watch the trailer here: