Star Trek’s One True Heir Still Ranks Among the Most Critically Acclaimed TV Shows of the 2020s

Whether it’s the commanding officers or the crew working in the kitchen, Star Trek consistently highlights the efforts of thoughtful, compassionate people striving to improve the galaxy. The show emphasizes that communication and understanding are just as crucial as decisive action, and often, a meaningful conversation is all it takes to resolve a conflict.

6 Netflix Miniseries Too Intense to Binge in 1 Sitting

While some TV shows are incredibly captivating, they can also be really challenging to watch. Whether it’s the difficult subjects they tackle, the shocking violence, or just a generally heavy mood, these shows often feel too raw or realistic. Some stories, like those based on true events or dealing with deep sadness, are simply too intense to watch all at once.

‘Monster’s Inc 3’ Among New Pixar Films in Development

Pixar is continuing its beloved Toy Story series with a fifth installment, set to release in June and starring Tom Hanks and Tim Allen as Woody and Buzz Lightyear. Beyond that, plans are moving forward for sequels to Coco and The Incredibles – with voice recording for Incredibles 3 beginning this month – and Pixar is now working on even more new projects.

Tobias Menzies’ Surprise Outlander Season 8 Voiceover Makes Up For Losing Claire’s

One of the most memorable parts of the first few seasons of Outlander was Claire’s narration. She beautifully described what was happening, which added a magical quality to the show and helped viewers understand the story. However, this feature gradually disappeared as the series continued. It’s unclear exactly why, but fans have been requesting its return for years. With the start of Season 8, many hoped to hear Claire’s voiceover again.

Apple TV’s Expanding Sci-Fi Franchise Seems Built for ‘The Expanse’ Fans

Originally airing on Syfy and then moving to Prime Video, The Expanse ran for six seasons between 2015 and 2022, allowing it to finish its story as the creators intended. While the show didn’t adapt every book in the James S.A. Corey series, it still feels like a satisfying, complete story. It didn’t receive the attention it deserved during its run, but it’s continued to gain popularity since the finale. Luckily, fans missing The Expanse will have something new to enjoy in 2026 with a separate, but equally exciting, franchise.

Alan Ritchson’s ‘War Machine’ or Jack Reacher: Which Action Hero’s Tougher?

Alan Ritchson has become a well-known action star, largely thanks to his role in Reacher. While he’s previously played heroes in shows like Smallville and Titans, and even a villain in the Fast & Furious films, most people now recognize him as Jack Reacher. The Prime Video series, based on Lee Child’s novels, features him as a former military police officer who travels around solving problems his own way. The show’s exciting action has made him popular with viewers, and his new, action-filled movie on Netflix is likely to appeal to the same fans.

5 Best Cold War Spy Shows, Ranked

From presidents like Harry Truman to George H.W. Bush, American and British viewpoints shaped how people understood the world of secret agents and spying during the Cold War. Hollywood frequently depicted this era in films, popularizing concepts like secret identities, double agents, and even mind control. However, the genre was actually even more successful on television.