Andrew Garfield recently admitted he hadn’t seen the Harry Potter films until recently. He was very complimentary of Daniel Radcliffe’s performance, saying the movies were ‘really good.’ However, he also acknowledged some controversy surrounding the franchise, specifically mentioning concerns about supporting problematic individuals through viewing or purchasing the films.
Find out everything about Dr. Stone Season 4, episode 25, and where you can watch it online.
In Star Trek: First Contact, the Vulcans made initial contact with Earth because humanity had invented warp drive technology. This ability to travel quickly between planets was the foundation of the Federation. But after the event known as ‘the Burn’ disabled warp travel, it’s unclear what held the Federation together.
During an appearance on the Critical Drinker podcast, writer Max Weir strongly criticized the direction of recent Star Trek shows. He also shared that he previously proposed his own Star Trek series to Paramount+, but it wasn’t accepted, and he seemed frustrated by the rejection.
The new Spider-Verse spin-off series is generating buzz because it promises a darker, more realistic take on Spider-Man’s story. It will also connect to the Spider-Verse movies thanks to Nicolas Cage reprising his role. However, it’s important to note that this show isn’t a direct sequel to the animated films, so expect some differences.
The next Batman movie in the DC Universe, currently known as The Brave and the Bold, is being directed by Andy Muschietti, who also directed The Flash. While a release date hasn’t been announced, the film is expected to feature Bruce Wayne as Batman alongside his son, Damian Wayne, who takes on the role of Robin. Details about the story are still scarce.
In a first for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the next five Marvel Studios films will all be directed by filmmakers who have previously directed a Marvel movie. This trend begins on July 31st with the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Cretton first joined the MCU by directing 2021’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and has since also worked as an executive producer and director (on two episodes) for the Wonder Man series.
Bringing anime and manga to life with live-action adaptations is often a gamble. Recent shows like Alice in Borderland and One Piece have offered some promise, but many viewers still remember disappointing adaptations such as Cowboy Bebop, Death Note, and Fullmetal Alchemist. However, Dragonball Evolution is widely considered the worst offender, as it drastically missed the core spirit of the original story.
Apple TV+ has quickly become a go-to for science fiction fans, with shows like Severance, Silo, Pluribus, Dark Matter, and Foundation. However, For All Mankind is its longest-running series. This show, which started in 2019, presents a fascinating ‘what if’ scenario: what if the Soviet Union had won the space race and landed on the moon before the United States? The series explores how that rivalry would have continued for decades. Each season jumps forward in time – the first covers the late 1960s and early 70s, and the current fifth season is set in the 2010s.
Prime Video is the top streaming service for crime thrillers, thanks to hits like Bosch, Cross, Reacher, and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan. With these shows continuing to perform well and new seasons already planned, Prime Video is expected to remain the leader in this genre for the foreseeable future.