“Abby Is the Hero”: To the Dismay of 'The Last of Us' Game and Show Fans, the Creator Doubles Down on Controversial Choices Ahead of Season 3

The Last of UsSeason 2 has wrapped up after a divisive finale on Sunday night, but the story of Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) is far from over.The Last of Uswasrenewed for Season 3mere days before the Season 2 premiere, which sparked speculation about howThe Last of Us Part IIwas going to be split up. It’s become clearer how creatorsCraig MazinandNeil Druckmannare going to split things up now that the season is over....

July 20, 2025 · 3 min · 505 words · Michael Waters

“We All Felt the Real Emotions on That Day”: ’The Bear’s Abby Elliott Explains Season 4’s Raw Final Moments

[Editor’s note: The following contains major spoilers for Season 4 of The Bear.] In Season 4 of theFXseriesThe Bear, Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) continued to push forward in taking the restaurant to the next level. All the dreams, opportunities, and talent in the world don’t matter if you can’t keep the doors open, and their love for each other won’t stop the countdown clock that serves as a reminder of when their financing will run out....

July 20, 2025 · 16 min · 3343 words · Joseph Lopez

'Chicago P.D.' Season 13 Recruits 'The Night Agent' Star as Intelligence Unit's Newest Member

The Intelligence Unit has gained a new asset. FollowingToya Turner’s surprise departureas Officer Kiana Cook afterChicago P.D.Season 12, a new report confirms that her replacement has been named as the upcoming season approaches.Arienne Mandi, most recently seen inThe Night AgentSeason 2, is joiningChicago P.D.as a series regular. After Turner’s exit, reports indicated that the show was searching for a “loose cannon” character with a military background — a search that ultimately led to Mandi’s casting....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Karen Miles

'Deadpool 3' Begins Filming in London This Spring

Although it’s still well over a year off, anticipation is mounting for the return ofRyan Reynolds' Merc with a Mouth to the big screen withDeadpool 3. Ever since it was revealed thatHugh Jackmanwould be jacking up to play Wolverine one last time in the sequel film, the project has risen to the top of the list as one of the key Marvel films to watch out for over the next two years....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 580 words · Marc Dean

'For All Mankind' Season 4 — What to Expect

Quick Links The space race continues asFor All Mankindhas officially returned to AppleTV+ for Season 4. Created byRonald D. Moore,Ben Nedivi, andMatt Wolpert, the announcement of the renewal came during the show’s panel at San Diego Comic-Con, generating immense excitement among fans. With each season exploring different periods,For All Mankindhas captivated audiences by delving into an alternate version of the space race, one where the USSR won the race to the moon....

July 19, 2025 · 5 min · 1049 words · Judith Rich

'Miracle Workers: End Times' Clip: Daniel Radcliffe Gets Into the Junk Game

After a months-long delaysince its initial release plan, TBS’Miracle Workersfinally returns with Season 4,Miracle Workers: End Times, on July 10. The latest season of the anthology isset in aMad Max-esquewasteland, where a small facet of civilization creates a new life in a post-apocalyptic world. Ahead of the show’s return, TBS released a new clip. The latest clip features Sid (Daniel Radcliffe) as he heads to his first day of a new job....

July 19, 2025 · 2 min · 391 words · Marcus Allen

'Rings of Power' Director on Morfydd Clark and Charlie Vickers' Chemistry

Last month Prime Video hosted a For Your Consideration event, hosted byFelicia Day, with the cast and creatives ofThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, which gave those in the audience an insight into the making of the epic fantasy series, and it was revealed thatseries starMorfydd Clarkhad a rather interesting audition process.Day asked Clark what it felt like having to audition five times for the role of Galadriel, knowing she was the first choice for the role....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Katherine Lewis

'Shogun' Takes Home Outstanding Drama Series Award at 2024 Emmys

At tonight’s Emmy Awards,FX’sShōgunclaimed the prestigious title ofBest Drama Series, beating out a highly competitive lineup of acclaimed shows.Adapted fromJames Clavell’s epic novel set in feudal Japan,Shoguntriumphed over a range of formidable contenders, cementing its place as one of the most celebrated dramas on television this year.Shōgun’s victory is a testament to its ability to weave together rich historical details with gripping character-driven drama. The series,set against the backdrop of 17th-century Japan, follows the rise of a British sailor navigating complex political and cultural landscapes after being shipwrecked....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Michael Walters

'The Bad Batch' Makes the Worst Part of Star Wars Better

Editor’s Note: The below contains spoilers for The Bad Batch Season 3. One of the greatest strengths of theStar Warsanimated programming has been the shows’ ability to fill in the gaps in between theatrical installments in the franchise, giving the entire saga a greater sense of continuity.Star Wars: The Clone Wars helped flesh out the actual “war”that had only briefly been touched upon between the last two installments in the prequel trilogy, andStar Wars: Resistancehelped develop the new Galactic Civil War that predated the events of the sequel trilogy....

July 19, 2025 · 5 min · 982 words · Joseph Martin

'The White Lotus' and '1923' Stars' 84% Rotten Tomatoes Thriller Sets a Chilling Streaming Date

One of the most unpredictable thrillers of the year will finally be available for streaming. Peacock has announced thatDrop, the latest movie directed byChristopher Landon, will become a part of their catalog on July 11. The movie premiered in theaters earlier this year, taking in $28 million at the global box office before leaving cinemas. After a short theatrical run,fans of the genre will be able to experience the twists and turns of this wild story in the comfort of their homes....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Ryan Pittman

10 Best Supernatural Thrillers With Great Acting, Ranked

Supernatural thrillers represent a unique sub-genre of cinemathat calls for filmmakers to take the most seemingly absurd concepts seriously. While many ofthe best thrillers of all-timetake place in a version of reality that is somewhat recognizable, supernatural films have to sell the audience on elements of their mythology that require a significant suspension of disbelief. The best way for supernatural thrillers to differentiate themselves is to create memorable characters, and call upon some of the best actors in the industry to deliver emotional performances....

July 19, 2025 · 10 min · 1954 words · Christopher Oneill

10 Live-Action Movies That Feel Like an Anime, From 'The Matrix' to 'Kill Bill'

The action genre is a large umbrella that contains plenty of diverse movies, from blockbuster superhero flicks to bullet hells featuring impossibly ripped dudes spouting one-liners. Others focus more on martial arts, committed to showcasing the deadly nature of the human body. While some action movies are mostly created torack up a body count, some are passion projects created to feature a director’s signature style and flair. RELATED:8 Worst Western Live-Action Anime Adaptations Anime has become one of the biggest storytelling mediums in the world, playing host to tales in every genre....

July 19, 2025 · 7 min · 1283 words · Ricardo Thornton

13 Best Pixar Villains of All Time, Ranked

Read update With the release ofToy Storyin 1995, Pixar changed the face of animated films forever. Through groundbreaking computer technology and emotionally gripping stories, they rose as a challenger to Disney’s dominance in animated films. Many of their films have won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. While Disney is often the first thought when considering animated villains, Pixar has had its fair share of baddies. Many of them tend to have sympathetic motivation and backstories, especially compared to Disney’s baddies at the time, which helped them stand out....

July 19, 2025 · 7 min · 1450 words · John Randolph