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So far in 2026, a few historical films have been quietly released, including the pirate adventure The Bluff with Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban on Prime Video, and A Great Awakening, which tells the story of a friendship between two notable Americans. But of these films, only one has really captured the public’s attention.

Khandi Alexander became part of the popular ABC comedy in January, playing Miss Carroll. She was a coworker of Mr. Johnson, also a custodian, at the mall where Abbott Elementary held classes after their school’s heating system failed. Despite a rocky beginning, Miss Carroll and Mr. Johnson began to develop a romantic connection.

Dedicated Nintendo fans haven’t let the negative reviews of The Super Mario Bros. Movie stop them from enjoying it. They’re excited to see so many familiar characters and elements from the games brought to life on the big screen. A particular highlight is Jack Black’s performance as Bowser, who’s still a standout character, even though he has less screen time and appears smaller for part of the movie.

The comedy show Ghosts is currently the ninth most popular title on Paramount+ in the U.S., according to FlixPatrol. It’s held that position for the last three days, after previously reaching number five. Ghosts is also performing well internationally, ranking at number nine in Canada and number six in Australia.

Bleecker Street has acquired the rights to release Clarke’s film, When Darkness Loves Us, in theaters around 2027, though a specific date hasn’t been announced. The movie, based on Elizabeth Engstrom’s novella of the same name, features Clarke as a woman who emerges after 15 years trapped in caves, determined to reunite with her family, even if it means facing terrible consequences.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie had a huge opening weekend, earning a massive $372.5 million worldwide, according to the Associated Press. This makes it one of the biggest movie releases of the year, and it could continue to perform well in the coming weeks.

Olivia Wilde directs and stars in “The Invite” with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton. The film, written by Rashida Jones and Will McCormack, centers on a couple, Angela (Wilde) and Joe (Rogen), who are struggling in their relationship. They invite their vibrant neighbors, Pína (Cruz) and Hawk (Norton), over for dinner, and the night takes a turn when the neighbors extend an invitation that could either save or destroy Angela and Joe’s relationship. You can watch the trailer below.

Though Better Call Saul was a strong follow-up to Breaking Bad, many fans feel the earlier seasons, which centered around legal cases, weren’t quite as captivating as the later ones. Currently, only one show truly delivers the same kind of intense experience for Breaking Bad enthusiasts. That show is Ozark, released on Netflix nine years ago. It provides similar thrills and features a protagonist who is arguably more relatable than Walter White. So, what’s the show about?

The upcoming horror movie, When Darkness Loves Us, will be released in theaters in 2027, according to Variety. Bleeker Street has acquired the rights to distribute the film.

With over 10 billion views worldwide, Rick and Morty became a hugely popular animated show for adults thanks to its blend of science fiction, dark comedy, and surprisingly heartfelt stories. Even with some changes in direction and occasional controversy, the show has stayed successful, and fans are always excited to see what new adventures Rick and Morty get up to.