With the rousing success of KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix, we got to thinking about all the brilliant original content the king of the streaming services puts out each year. Not only does Netflix house incredible movies and TV shows from around the world, both old and new, but the streamer also strives to create its own top quality films and series that you can’t really find anywhere else.

So, what are the best animated Netflix originals? We spotlight the top 15 best animated Netflix originals right here and rank them.

Honourable Mentions

15. Arcane (2021)

14. Orion and the Dark (2024)

13. Ultraman Rising (2024)

12. Blue Eye Samurai (2023)

11. Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (2022)

10. Big Mouth (2017)

Again, don’t be fooled by the playful, lively animation style on the surface of Big Mouth; this is one of the most disgusting, explicit, and offensive shows on Netflix, and that’s why we love it so much. There’s no holding back with this series, which is not afraid to depict the wildest, most hilarious sexual capers. However, it’s all done to help normalise the experience of puberty, so it’s fine.

Admittedly, Big Mouth does start to lose its way after the first three or four seasons, but in its heyday, this was a show that could have rivalled the likes of South Park and Family Guy for pure shock factor.

9. The Sea Beast (2022)

Of a similar ilk to Nimona in many ways, The Sea Beast is another tale of monsters and men learning to live with one another for a common cause. Any kids who love pirates will be right on board with this movie from the off thanks to its nautical action, but like most animated stories, there’s so much heart at the core here.

The creature design in The Sea Beast is phenomenal and helps to elevate this Netflix original above your generic monster movie, while the voice work of Karl Urban is a treat, as always. Now, if Netflix could just make a sequel to this one, we’d be very happy indeed.

8. Nimona (2023)

Nimona started life as a graphic novel, but it’s easy to see why Netflix wanted to bring the story to the small screen in animation. This epic, imaginative story of monsters, knights, and magic is the kind of film that kids (and adults) will want to watch again and again for the sheer fact that there is just so much to enjoy about the quest at hand.

Nimona is something of a genre mash-up; largely rooted in fantasy, but also weaving elements of romance, action, and even monster movie vibes into a wonderful little package. Don’t be fooled, though; this short and sweet film packs a punch.

7. F is for Family (2015)

Whatever you do, do not let your children listen to a single word that comes out of Frank Murphy’s mouth. F is for Family is vulgar, profane, and damn good entertainment. Bill Burr lends his voice to the patriarch at the heart of this animated TV show, and if you’ve ever seen his stand-up shows, you’ll know exactly what to expect here.

Set in the 1970s, F is for Family leans into the stereotypes and societal quirks of the era to produce genuinely side-splitting comedy as Frank contends with the misery and mediocrity of everyday life.

6. My Father’s Dragon (2022)

Another animation house that teamed up with Netflix to great success is Cartoon Saloon. The studio previously released stunning 2D animated stories like Wolfwalkers and The Breadwinner, before getting the backing of Netflix to produce My Father’s Dragon.

Brimming with heart and emotion, and brought to life in typically beautiful and vibrant animation styles, this 2022 flick is not just a fun children’s adventure but also a meaningful study of friendship and family. With fantastic voice work and storytelling on a grand scale, My Father’s Dragon is a treat for all the senses.

5. Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024)

You just can’t go wrong with a bit of Wallace & Gromit, can you? The iconic duo have been delighting audiences since 1989, and they haven’t lost an ounce of their classic charm. With Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, Aardman was able to inject new life into the characters while also honouring the legacy of Feathers McGraw, more than 30 years after his first villainous appearance.

The plasticine protagonists are a British institution, but that hasn’t stopped them from being beloved the world over, and the recent partnership with Netflix really helped new audiences find their quaint little stories.

4. Love, Death & Robots (2019)

Love, Death & Robots is not only the best animated TV show Netflix has ever produced, it is right up there as one of the most creative and intriguing series the streaming service has put together, full stop. What more would you expect when David Fincher has his talented paws all over this one?

The beauty of an anthology series, not least of all one that has now run for four seasons, is that there are so many different styles, stories, and themes to dive into. Love, Death & Robots has everything from gripping, violent thrillers to tender love stories and more meditative, thought-provoking sci-fi. It’s Black Mirror, but in cartoon form.

3. Entergalactic (2022)

Animation is often thought of as a medium for young moviegoers, but Entergalactic firmly dismisses that idea with its adult themes. Sex, drugs, heartbreak, and crime permeate every inch of this unique and imaginative story, with a dynamic animation style and catchy soundtrack put together by Kid Cudi.

It feels like Entergalactic was slept on at the time of its release, and it’s certainly a film that deserves more attention. Of all the Netflix originals on this list, this is the one that’s most likely to take you by surprise, and it’s also one that rewards repeat viewings, too.

2. The Mitchells vs. the Machines (2021)

Equally as fun and colourful, but filled with far more action and adventure, The Mitchells vs. the Machines is an absolute riot. The whole family will enjoy this one and may even end up becoming a tighter unit as a result, too, thanks to the film’s endearing themes and messages.

As artificial intelligence and technology become more and more powerful and commonplace in our society today, The Mitchells vs. the Machines is a playful twist on the likes of The Terminator and I, Robot, with the apocalyptic robot uprising proving no match for the titular family.

1. Klaus (2019)

Admittedly you can’t really watch Klaus all year long (although no one would be able to stop you), but when the most wonderful time of the year comes along, and you want to feel really festive, there are few better flicks than this Netflix original. 

It’s a gorgeously animated, very sweet, and very funny Christmas movie that offers a fresh spin on the tale of Old Saint Nick. There’s plenty here for children to adore, with dazzling visuals and silly comedy, but there’s arguably even more for grown-ups to take from Klaus. If you’re not crying by the end of this movie, you’re broken inside.

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Scarlett Johansson returns to blockbuster cinema with top billing in Gareth Edwards’ Jurassic World Rebirth, one of the most high-profile roles of her wildly successful career. The Black Widow star has graced no shortage of mega-budget movies in her time but seldom with the weight of relaunching an entire franchise on her shoulders. One thing she has done, time and time again, is show an ability to convince audiences of even the most far fetched sci-fi ideas, from giant arachnids to dateable AI to a being from outer space who lures Scottish men into a pile of goo.

With Jurassic World now reborn, use our guide below to discover Scarlett Johansson’s 10 best sci-fi movies and where to watch them. We have ranked them not by the quality of each movie, though that occasionally coincides, but by some combination of Johansson’s performance and her character’s significance to the plot.

10. The Prestige (2006)

A tricky one to rank. Some idiosyncratic people, myself included on certain days, would say that The Prestige, a Victorian-era story of rival magicians, is Nolan’s most underappreciated movie. But then, even with all the David Bowie teleportation stuff, you wouldn’t exactly call it science fiction. Johansson’s performance as Angier’s loyal assistant is charming, no doubt, but Nolan hadn’t quite began to flesh out female characters by 2006, and, if anything, she is probably the fourth (or fifth—wink wink) lead. The movie is better than most films on this list, but in terms of sci-fi specific roles, it’s hard to make a case for placing it higher. 

9. Eight Legged Freaks (2002)

It’s hard to decide which of these two things is more 2000s-coded: That Eight Legged Freakss had to change its title from Arach Attack—due to the uncomfortable post-9/11 similarities to ‘Iraq attack’—or the scene in which a bath-towel wearing Scarlett Johansson (16 at the time of filming) gets pinned to the wall by a giant spider and covered in sticky white goo. But hey, you can’t spell exploitation cinema without ‘exploit,’ can you? A fun and curious relic of early digital cinema provocation, ELF would be higher on this list had SJ’s role (playing the daughter of David Arquette’s mine owner) not been quite so peripheral.

8. The Island (2005)

Was this the true birth of Bayhem? Pearl Harbor, Independence Day, and Bad Boys II had all come and gone by the time DreamWorks approached Michael Bay to direct The Island, a chillingly feasible story about a shady corporation producing clones for organ harvesting and that sort of thing—albeit one that might have worked better in the hands of a less excitable director. Either way, Johansson steals the show as Jordan Delta Two in what is essentially her first blockbuster—and presumably one of the reasons she was cast as Black Widow a few years later.

7. Ghost in the Shell (2017)

Rupert Sanders’s remake of Mamoru Oshii’s anime classic, Ghost in the Shell, was a victim of bad timing. Released in the stormy early days of Hollywood’s #MeToo reckonings, it became immediately synonymous with whitewashing and cultural appropriation in the industry—even though viewers in Japan (even Oshii himself) were largely unbothered by Scarlett Johansson’s decision to take the role. It’s a bit of a shame, because Sander’s film has a neon-lit, neo-noirish style that pairs perfectly with Johansson’s ethereal performance, even if she’s being asked to revisit some of her own great work from a few years before. More on that in a moment.

6. Isle of Dogs (2018)/Asteroid City (2023)

Given Johansson’s clear interest in working with auteur filmmakers, it’s a bit surprising it took Wes Anderson so long to find her a role. The Texan has made up for lost time by casting her in his last three features, the first two of which, Isle of Dogs and Asteroid City, each contain enough sci-fi elements for joint inclusion here. In Isle of Dogs, she voices Nutmeg, an ex-show dog and potential love interest of Bryan Cranston’s Chief (and if you think voice roles don’t warrant inclusion, there is more where that came from), but for Asteroid, a Roswell-adjacent ’50s-set UFO caper, Anderson put her fully on screen as Midge Campbell, a disillusioned actress who provides the emotional fulcrum of the movie. Or is it the play within the movie? Or the play within the teleplay within…

5. Jurassic World Rebirth (2025)

It might say more about the standing of Chris Pratt’s trilogy than anything else, but Jurassic World Rebirth already looks certain to go down as at least the fourth best movie in the franchise. With Gareth Edwards’ stunning images, shot on 35mm by John Mathieson in a way that gives the film a lived-in texture, and Alexandre Desplat’s score, which pays beautiful homage to John Williams’ original, the movie achieves a sense of wonder that feels genuinely Spielbergian at times. None of which would work without such a charismatic group of actors: Mahershala Ali, Rupert Friend, and Jonathan Bailey all do fine work, as do the young actors, but it’s Johansson’s formidable A-list gravitas that makes the movie feel like event cinema. 

4. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

A long overdue standalone movie would be released a couple of years later, but Johansson’s Natasha Romanoff is so central to the emotional arc of Avengers: Endgame that it can feel like her film at times. Whether she’s munching on a peanut butter sandwich, holding back tears, or sacrificing herself for the lives of half the known universe, she carries the first half of the movie. (Some of those line readings—“I used to have nothing, and then I got this”—still hit every time.) It’s Johansson’s best performance as a character who she will always be associated with.

3. Lucy (2014)

It’s wild that the top three films on this list were released within 12 months of each-other. What was in the water in the early 2010’s that made Luc Besson, Spike Jonze, and Jonathan Glazer all have a similar-ish idea at almost exactly the same time? Whatever the case, just a couple of years after Bradley Cooper unlocked some additional corners of his brain in Limitless, Johansson was doing it more convincingly in Besson’s Lucy, a stylish revenge movie that has ultimately gone down as The Fifth Element director’s last significant American project. It’s one of the least remembered of the actress’s big roles, but it’s well worth rewatching.

2. Her (2013)

The movie in which Johansson did all the talking, literally. Seen today, Spike Jonze’s futuristic love story is a little guilty of using the male gaze (the story was inspired by Jonze and Sofia Coppola’s divorce—played in the movie by Rooney Mara), but its ideas about how our relationship to technology would evolve have proven eerily prescient. In Her, Jonze’s lovesick stand-in (played by Joaquin Phoenix in famously high-waisted pants) finds comfort in the company of a new OS who we basically only experience through audio. The director needed a voice you could imagine falling in love with, and he got it with Johansson, who delivers one of her best performances without ever appearing on screen. 

1. Under the Skin (2013)

When reports began to surface that Scarlett Johansson had been spotted filming guerrilla-style scenes on the streets of Edinburgh in a black wig, nobody really knew what to expect. The anticipation around Jonathan Glazer’s first movie in a decade could not have been higher, yet somehow he surpassed it. Even without its endlessly influential visuals (try looking at the Upside Down in Stranger Things or the Sunken Place in Get Out and not thinking of it) and Mica Levi’s score (already a modern classic), Under the Skin would surely still have inspired countless university dissertations on the nature of performance and celebrity for the scenes in which Johansson politely seduced real people from the driving seat of a Ford Transit van. Her scene with Adam Pearson (who was excellent recently in A Different Man) is perhaps the best of many unforgettable sequences in what remains the actress’ greatest performance.

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Subtitled Kimetsu no Yaiba, Demon Slayer has blazed a white-hot trail since the manga’s debut in 2016. Set in a version of early 20th-century Japan plagued by unseen demons, it follows young hero Tanjiro Kamado, who joins the elite Demon Slayer Corps after a tragic run-in with an especially powerful demon.

Along with his sister, Nezuko, who is left in a state between demonhood and humanity, he plots a mission of revenge while learning to master one of the many elemental fighting styles unique to the series, ‘Water Breathing.’ Creator Koyoharu Gotouge’s writing earned high praise from fellow shonen heavyweights, topped best-sellers’ lists, and its anime adaptations are distinguished by breathtaking action. Here’s how you can watch all of Demon Slayer in order.   

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019-2024)

Demon Slayer’s TV anime adaptation is split into four seasons that decrease in episode count, from 26 to eight, as it progresses through the manga’s story arcs, including Tanjiro’s origin to the Hashira Training arc. 

Very capably put together by production studio Ufotable, the show is widely regarded as one of the standout anime of recent years, with stunningly fluid fight sequences, a banger of a soundtrack, and lively voice acting. While its spinoff movies are predominantly theatrical compilations of episodes released between seasons, the anime will wrap up with an original film trilogy starting in 2025.  

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train (2020)

Picking up directly after Season 1 of the anime, Mugen Train adapts the manga arc of the same name and is later broken up episodically for Season 2. The film, however, is worth watching instead if you don’t want too much repetition, as the unbroken pacing of the almost non-stop action in cinema quality is a huge enhancement.

As you might guess from the title, it takes place almost entirely aboard a train, on which Tanjiro assists a legendary Fire-using member of the Demon Slayer Corps in saving passengers from a demon with Freddy Krueger-esque dream powers. Released during COVID-19, the film was a runaway international hit. 

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Swordsmith Village (2023)

Named after another arc in the manga, To the Swordsmith Village also includes the Entertainment District arc, compiling and combining the final episodes of Season 2 and the first of the then-unreleased third season of the anime.

Fittingly, the story can be divided into two halves. In the first, Tanjiro and his crew hatch a difficult plan to simultaneously exterminate sibling demons Daki and Gyutaro. Doing so draws the attention of demon king Muzan Kibutsuji, the object of Tanjiro’s vengeance, while Tanjiro’s attention turns to a hidden weapon with a link to his past. Unlike Mugen Train, which can be enjoyed by itself, this compilation instalment is only essential for completionists.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training (2024)

The third film in the series comes after Season 3 of the anime, finishing the Swordsmith Village arc and moving into the titular Hashira Training one, ‘hashiras’ being the top dogs in charge of the Demon Slayer Corps. 

With his sister in peril, Tanjiro is faced with a life-and-death decision during the film’s opening battle. She is irrevocably changed as a result, which only makes Kibutsuji even more interested in the pair. The hashira commence training to tap into a newly discovered ability, so they can be ready to fight off Kibutsuji’s advance. Another ‘recap’ movie with some then-unseen new footage, this is another perfectly fine but skippable entry if you’re up-to-date with the show.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle (2025)

Infinity Castle kicks off a new film trilogy that will finish rather than repeat the anime series. This makes sense considering the majority of the story left to adapt is the final confrontation with Kibutsuji. Like Mugen Train, this is an epic, three-film gallop to Demon Slayer’s grand, animated ending.

The first of these films picks up at the end of the Hashira Training arc and transports Tanjiro and the Demon Corps leaders, without warning, to the titular mansion, Kibutsuji’s interdimensional headquarters. Thus, the stage is set for the last stand between humans and demons. 

'Demon Slayer' Detailed Watch Order

• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Season 1
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train (2020)
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Season 2
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Swordsmith Village (2022)
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Season 3
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training (2024)
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Season 4
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle (2025)

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Even at nearly 90 years old, Superman remains a pop cultural powerhouse. The character’s origin story— sent to Earth to escape a dying homeworld by alien parents; nurtured under our yellow sun to gain godlike powers that he uses to fight for truth, justice, and the American way—has become the blueprint for an entire genre for decades to come, and a lucrative one at that.

Nowhere is this more evident than in film. Numerous Superman movies have been produced from the late 1940s onwards, and, with a ‘rebirth’ of the DC Cinematic Universe beginning in the summer of 2025, they aren’t slowing down anytime soon. Here’s every live-action Superman movie released so far, in order of release.     

Early Superman Films (1948-51)

Created and first published by Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel in 1938, it didn’t take long for Superman to fly onto cinema screens. Following a radio show and animated shorts, the first live-action Superman serial was released in 1948 with Kirk Alyn in the title role, albeit uncredited. 

Two more followed during this period: Atom Man vs. Superman (1950) and Superman and the Mole Men (1951), swapping Alyn for George Reeves, who went on to play the character in a spinoff TV series. While serialised, these black-and-white shorts add up to feature-length ‘films.’ They were incredibly popular, eventually receiving home releases on VHS and DVD.   

Superman (1978)

Aside from a couple of TV specials and cameos, it took 20 years for the man in red and blue to grace screens again after the conclusion of George Reeves’ TV show. The hero made his comeback in a big way: Richard Donner’s Superman had the largest price tag of any film at the time, and luckily, the gamble paid off.

Much like the character did for superhero comics, the 1978 film became the mold from which all superhero movies, particularly origin ones, are cast. It made a star out of lead Christopher Reeve, who masters the on-screen transition between the meek Clark Kent and knightly Superman, and includes A-lister Marlon Brando, groundbreaking visual effects, and iconic theme music from John Williams.  

Superman II (1981)

Following up a smash blockbuster hit is never easy, and sadly, director Richard Donner never fully got the chance to: He was replaced by Richard Lester late into production on the Superman sequel due to friction with producers. In the first film, Supes foiled wealthy criminal ‘mastermind’ Lex Luthor’s earthquake plot; in the second, he’s pitted against the egomaniacal Kryptonian General Zod.  

Leaning more on comedy, Superman II is a worthy follow-up that recaptures the awe of its predecessor, bolstered by a stirring turn by Terence Stamp as Zod. Extra footage shot by Donner was eventually reclaimed for a new version, Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut, released in 2006.

Superman III (1983)

Richard Lester retained the director’s chair for the third instalment of the series, which is where fans first started to notice a drop in quality. Superman III adds comedian Richard Pryor to the mix, playing a brilliant scientist coerced into creating an offshoot of Superman’s main weakness, Kryptonite, setting up a struggle between Clark Kent and his caped alter ego.

Not even a multifaceted performance from Reeve prevents Superman III from cheapening the franchise with silly gags and an incomprehensible plot, straining the goodwill built up by the previous films. Unfortunately, things only get worse from here…

Supergirl (1984)

Superman’s younger cousin Kara Zor-El was supposed to be introduced in Superman III; instead, she lucked out with an entire spinoff of her own. Well, maybe it was more of a monkey’s paw version of luck, as Supergirl did very poorly both critically and commercially. 

Co-starring Faye Dunaway as the villainous Kryptonian mystic, Selena, and Helen Slater in the title role, the film is more reliant on magic and fantasy than the more sci-fi heavy main series, with a love triangle causing Selena to banish Supergirl to the Phantom Zone, where she battles a demon to escape. Supergirl has since become a cult classic, with Slater brought back into the wider DCU from the 2000s onwards.   

Superman IV: The Quest For Peace (1987)

After declining to make an appearance in Supergirl, Reeve was persuaded to return to the film series with a bigger salary and the chance to shape the plot. The Quest For Peace subtitle references an end-of-Cold War message about nuclear disarmament. In this case, Superman’s efforts to rid the world of nuclear weapons accidentally create the living embodiment of them: Nuclear Man.

Reeve’s passion for the cause couldn’t save a movie challenged by cheap effects and a hollow narrative, leaving the series dead in the water for almost 20 years. Following an accident that left him paralysed in 1995, Reeve’s final contribution to the franchise was in the TV show Smallville, and later, a posthumous CGI cameo in 2023’s The Flash, alongside George Reeves.

Superman Returns (2006)

Attempts to resurrect the Superman film series, including a Death of Superman-inspired sequel with Reeve, finally got off the ground with X-Men director Bryan Singer. Superman Returns follows the hero, played by Brandon Routh, returning to Earth after five years, having left at the end of Superman II to find rumoured Kryptonian survivors. In that time, his long-time love interest, Lois Lane, had a son, and Lex Luthor is co-opting Kryptonian technology to make his own island.

Though the film is very reverent, arguably to a fault, to the Donner ones, which had a formative impact on Singer, it has a grounded family drama at its heart rather than outlandish action, making it feel very different from most superhero stories told then, or since.        

Man of Steel (2013)

Despite Superman Returns’ critical and commercial success, the series was rebooted again seven years later. Kickstarting the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) to compete with Marvel, Henry Cavill and Zack Snyder replace Routh and Singer in a deeply contrasting cinematic entry, trading bright colours and character drama for large-scale destruction and ethically murky decision-making.

A controversial battle with Michael Shannon’s General Zod didn’t stop Man of Steel from becoming the highest-earning solo Superman film of the series, catapulting Cavill to stardom and setting the stage for Snyder’s darker take on the DC Universe as a whole.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)

A precursor to the long-awaited Justice League movie, Batman v Superman turns the ‘Super Friends’ into super enemies. In a stroke of meta, comic book IP rivalry, it was also released in the same year as the MCU’s own ‘vs’ movie, Captain America: Civil War. 

Predicated on Batman’s mistrust of Superman’s power and Superman’s distaste for Batman’s brutality, the pair’s conflict is stoked to a violent climax by Jesse Eisenberg’s Lex Luthor and eventually cooled by Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman, the character’s first live-action appearance on film. Its divisiveness is evident in its box office performance, with a historically high opening weekend and drop off in its second.

Justice League (2017)

The mixed reception and performance of Batman v Superman didn’t deter Warner Bros. or Snyder, from creating a sequel. Justice League adds Aquaman, The Flash, and Cyborg to Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman’s titular team, joining forces to prevent the otherworldly Steppenwolf from activating an apocalyptic device.

Post-production was hampered, however, by the tragic loss of Snyder’s daughter. As a result, Avengers director Joss Whedon completed the film. Backlash to this, as well as mixed reactions from critics and the audience to the ambitious but uneven end product, prevented it from recouping a ballooned budget. Fan demand for Snyder’s vision to be fully realised led to a longer, recut version being released on streaming in 2021, Zack Snyder’s Justice League.

Superman (2025)

In 2025, the Superman film series and the DC Universe as a whole will be rebooted again; this time, under Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad’s James Gunn’s stewardship. With relative unknown David Corenswet donning the spandex and cape, this new movie reckons with a clash between the character’s biological and adoptive heritages.

After the inconsistent world-building and tone of the DCEU, Superman (2025) is the first instalment of a chaptered, cinematic rebuild, starting with Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. 2023’s The Flash, with its time-bending plot, can be considered the end and starting point for this new continuity, with upcoming projects intermingling popular and lesser-known DC characters. 

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Since the release of Rick and Morty’s first season in 2013, the series has become nothing short of a cultural phenomenon. It follows the intergalactic adventures of genius scientist Rick Sanchez and his grandson Morty and delivers devastatingly clever humour, absurdist storylines, and wild animated inventions (Hello, Cronenberg dimension!). Over the years, Dan Harmon’s co-creation has explored some thought-provoking themes and hasn’t shied away from its main characters’ darkness. The die-hard fanbase has loyally followed the series’ highs and lows for eight seasons, and it continues to expand, with new fans falling for the series’ endearing mix of humour and existentialist absurdity.

With Rick and Morty’s eighth season in the middle of its run until late July 2025, what better time to look back on the past seven seasons and see which are the best! Here is every season of Rick and Morty, ranked.

7. Season 5

Season 5 is considered the most lacklustre of Rick and Morty’s run. While there are plenty of witty jokes, mind-bending plotlines, and praise-worthy episodes, this one lacked a consistency in storytelling quality, and many fans found it overly relied on shock value rather than cleverness to maintain interest. However, even the worst season of Rick and Morty is still a pretty darned good addition, so don’t let the mixed reviews for Season 5 stop you from getting schwifty with this season, too.

6. Season 7

While Season 7 certainly brought the quality visuals and intergalactic adventures we’ve come to expect from Rick and Morty, the season lacked the core episodic structure and enthusiasm of the previous instalments. This season was the first after the firing of co-creator and voice of both Rick and Morty Justin Roiland, and the series clearly took a hit as it sought to regain its footing. That’s not to say the season was bad, however it largely failed to bring the same magic and wit as previous seasons.

5. Season 6

After the lacklustre Season 5, Season 6 of Rick and Morty is largely considered a return to form. While it was still criticised for inconsistencies in episode quality, the overall arc was well received—with special love given to the civilised alien dinosaurs and the return of Story Lord. This season focused largely on character development, which proved to be divisive, as it brought some distance between the core duo, with Morty becoming more hardened and independent, while Rick had more adventures with Summer.

4. Season 4

Season 4 of Rick and Morty is a solid entry that places a special focus on the theme of death and resurrection. Now firmly in the swing of things, this season brought back some key characters, including the Galactic Federation agent Tammy and her reanimated ex and friend to Rick, Bird Person. The series also introduced one of Rick’s most relatable finds, the Perfect Toilet, and released one of the series’ raunchiest episodes, ‘Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim’s Morty,’ which sees Rick soul-bond with a dragon.

3. Season 1

Season 1 of Rick and Morty is the foundation on which all other seasons stand, and therefore, gets its dues. The season introduced Rick Sanchez in full chaotic-genius form and established his co-dependent dynamic with Morty. It also firmly set the tone for the series, with each episode bringing a brilliant mix of crude humour, absurd adventures, and unpredictable outcomes to the fore. It also introduced key aspects and characters the series periodically returns to, including interdimensional cable, interdimensional travel, unhealthy family dynamics, and Evil Morty.

2. Season 2

Season 2 of Rick and Morty is beloved by fans and critics alike and is widely agreed to be one of the series’ best. With the show having firmly established its tone and humour in its first season, Rick and Morty expanded its territory in the second, diving into increasingly absurd adventures, including an encounter with a deadly fart, saving the planet in an intergalactic song contest with the tune ‘Get Schwifty’ featuring Ice-T, and Beth and Jerry’s couple’s therapy gone terribly wrong. This season also introduced some iconic Rick and Morty characters, including Bird Person and Mr. Poopybutthole.

1. Season 3 

Season 3 is without a doubt the pinnacle of Rick and Morty excellence. With the series having found its stride over the first two seasons, Season 3 confidently ramps up the absurdist adventures and crude, witty humour while bringing it into new, emotional territory. Many of the episodes explore deeper themes, including body positivity, self-esteem, traumatic memories, and family and romantic relationships. Season 3 also introduces more key Rick and Morty worldbuilding, including the Citadel of Ricks, and the reappearance of Evil Morty. Additionally, this season contains one of the most memorable Rick and Morty episodes of all time, ‘Pickle Rick,’ in which Rick turns himself into a sentient pickle in order to avoid family therapy.

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Jonathan Bailey has established himself as one of the most talented and versatile actors in Hollywood. Coming from a background on the stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company, Bailey was able to transfer his ample theatrical skills to the screen, most notably with his swoon-worthy performance as Lord Anthony in the beloved Netflix period series Bridgerton. 

Since that role made him a household name, Bailey has only gone from strength to strength, proving that he has both the power and the nuance to give comedic and deeply emotional performances. Here’s a look at some of the best Jonathan Bailey movies and TV shows, from his role as the chaotic Anthony in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s comedy series Crashing to his latest starring role as the paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis in Jurassic World Rebirth.

Leonardo (2011–2012)

The two-season CBBC production Leonardo stars a young Jonathan Bailey as a teenage Leonardo da Vinci. Set in 15th-century Florence, the series follows the escapades of the young da Vinci and his friends, and a girl disguised as a boy named Lisa (the future inspiration for Mona Lisa). Set to a mix of Mark Russell’s original score and pop tunes of the day from groups like Blur, Gorillaz, and Arctic Monkeys, the series might seem a bit dated to today’s audience, but Bailey’s performance as the charming and rambunctious da Vinci remains a consistent highlight.

Broadchurch (2013–2017)

Broadchurch was and remains one of the UK’s most gripping crime dramas of the 21st century. Set in a picturesque small town off the coast of Dorset, the series follows the investigation into the murder of a young local boy whose body is found on the beach. The tight-knit community is torn apart, and it’s down to two detectives (played by Olivia Coleman and David Tennant) to find the person responsible. Jonathan Bailey plays the local reporter Olly, who tries to balance his ambitions with maintaining a respectful approach to covering the story.

Crashing (2016)

Just before her enormous success with Fleabag, the brilliant Phoebe Waller-Bridge released her first series, Crashing. It’s hard to believe the series only lasted one season (six episodes), because the characters have since become iconic. Crashing follows the story of six twenty-somethings living as property guardians in a decommissioned hospital in London. As they navigate various jobs and their precarious living situation, their personal lives also become entangled. While Waller-Bridge stars as the spirited protagonist Lulu, Bailey’s sex-obsessed Anthony brings an impressive amount of heartfelt chaos to the screen.

Bridgerton (2020–present)

While the first season of Bridgerton featured Jonathan Bailey’s stern older brother Anthony as a side character, he took centre stage in Season 2. During his season—which followed Anthony’s love story with Simone Ashley’s dazzling Kate Sharma—Bailey finally gets to show off his full range of emotions, and kicks up quite the thirst-storm that has since made him a household name.

Fellow Travelers (2023)

Fellow Travelers is an exquisite historical romance that follows the decades-long love story between Jonathan Bailey’s Tim and Matt Bomer’s Hawk, from their chance meeting in Washington DC in the 1950s to the 1980s. Tim is a congressional staffer, and Hawk is a World War II veteran and State Department official, and much of the series follows their behind-the-scenes flourishing romance set against the backdrop of an era of intense homophobia and the active political and personal persecution of LGBTQ+ people. 

Wicked (2024)

Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman’s Broadway smash-hit musical Wicked was finally adapted by Jon M. Chu for the big screen in 2024. The film stars pop queen Ariana Grande and Broadway darling Cynthia Erivo as Galinda and Elphaba, the two witches at the centre of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The musical takes place in a time before Dorothy and shows how the witches respectively became the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda the Good. Jonathan Bailey plays Prince Fiyero Tigelaar, a free-spirited playboy who finds himself caught up in the drama between Elphaba and Galinda. Wicked finally allows Bailey to show off his hard-earned theatrical chops and his prowess in singing and dancing. Along with his portrayal of the character’s intense personal arc, his role in Wicked is one of his most compelling performances.

Jurassic World Rebirth (2025)

While Jurassic World Rebirth may have been met with mixed reviews from fans and critics, Jonathan Bailey’s brilliant performance (and his “little glasses") as paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis remains undisputed. Loomis heads to the remote Ile Saint-Hubert with Scarlett Johansson’s Zora Bennett and Mahershala Ali’s Duncan Kincaid, two covert ops specialists assisting in the procurement of DNA samples from the most dangerous genetically modified dinos on the island to make a drug that could save millions of lives.

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After 12 years and 12 seasons, The Big Bang Theory finished its run in 2019, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most successful sitcoms in the history of the medium. The 279 episodes that Jim Parsons and his beloved gang of misfits produced in that time will be watched and rewatched for years to come. For fans of the show looking to try something new, however, we’ve got you covered.

Use our guide to discover 10 great shows like The Big Bang Theory, and check out the list below to find out where to watch them.

Friends (1995-2004)

It’s easy: no Friends, no TBBT. There were sitcoms before Ross, Rachel, Joey, Chandler, Monica and Phoebe sat in Central Perk for the first time, but none ever quite felt the same before or after. Now over 30 years since release, Friends still holds up, thanks to its timeless humour and the chemistry of the six lead actors. Throw in the occasional romantic story arc, A-list cameo, and unforgettable catch phrase, and you’ve got yourself one of the most rewatchable shows ever put to camera—and one in which fans of TBBT will feel right at home. Just remember, they were on a break!

The IT Crowd (2006-2013)

Already missing Sheldon and Co’s endearingly nerdy idiosyncrasies? The IT Crowd might be just what you’re after. The show, which could be described as TBBT’s weird foreign cousin, concerns a group of disinterested techies who work in the basement of a London office building. It only ran for four seasons and a total of 25 episodes but remains highly influential, not least for introducing Chris O’Dowd to American audiences and alerting the world to the genius of Matt Berry and Richard Ayoade. It’s a crying shame what’s happened to the show’s creator in the years since, but The IT Crowd remains one of the funniest Irish-British sitcoms of the 21st century. 

Young Sheldon (2017-2024)

Young Sheldon is a bit of a no brainer. Two years before the finale of TBBT, the legendary showrunner and “King of Sitcoms,” Chuck Lorre, teamed up with producer Steven Molaro again to delve into Sheldon Cooper’s time growing up in Texas in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. Big Little Lies’ Iain Armitage stars as the young genius, and Jim Parsons returns to provide narration in what is essentially a fish-out-of-water comedy—one that will be just the ticket for any TBBT fans looking to step into that world again.

How I Met Your Mother (2005-2014)

Like Friends and so many great sitcoms before it, How I Met Your Mother is pure TV comfort food. It is 208 episodes, each 20-odd minutes long and perfectly suited for a quick lunchtime watch or as a multi-ep binge while curled up on the couch in the evening. The cast, which featured already established actors like Alyson Hannigan, Jason Segel, and Neil Patrick Harris, is up there with the best long-running sitcoms, even if perhaps not quite enough time has passed for it to hit that ideal, nostalgic sweet spot. Still, fans of TBBT will recognise its humour immediately and be suiting up in no time.

Silicon Valley (2014-2019)

Arriving on HBO in the mid 2010s, just around the time when the public view of the tech industry began to sour, Silicon Valley comes with a bit more of a satirical bite than some of the other shows on this list. It’s also one of the smartest and funniest. A lot of that is thanks to Mike Judge, a showrunner who has had his skeptical finger on the pulse of popular culture for over 30 years with shows like Beavis and Butt-Head and King of the Hill, and movies like Idiocracy. Fans of TBBT looking to dip a toe into the more worrying side of techdom will find much to enjoy.

The Good Place (2016-2020)

Before The Good Place aired in 2016, people like you and I would have had a hard time convincing a room of television executives to greenlight a show that was set in heaven (perhaps) and in which weekly sermons on philosophy and ethics went toe to toe with laugh-a-minute gags. But then you and I are not Michael Schur, producer of The Office (US) and co-creator of Parks and Recreation and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. If for some reason you have yet to see those shows, they are, of course, all worthy of your time, but fans of TBBT might feel best attuned to The Good Place’s heavenly (perhaps) blend of silly and smart.

30 Rock (2006-2013)

We can just go ahead and put 30 Rock in the pantheon of endlessly rewatchable 20-odd minute TV shows. If you were to argue for Tina Fey’s joke-a-second sendup of her time as a producer on Saturday Night Live as the funniest TV show ever made, I reckon few people under the age of 45 would disagree with you. The show simply bombards you with gags that range from remarkably on-point to remarkably stupid and in Liz Lemon (Fey), Tracy Jordan (Tracy Morgan) and Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin), 30 Rock boasts some of the most hilarious characters to grace the small screen. Need a laugh after finishing TBBT? Look no further. 

Love (2016-2018)

A lovable dork (played by lovable Paul Rust) meets a cool girl (played by cool Gillian Jacobs). What more could you ask for? This Judd Apatow produced show, co-written by Rust and released on Netflix in 2016, was underappreciated at the time but deserves a second (or maybe first) look. Love has just the right blend of goofy sweetness that fans of TBBT will love but also works wonderfully as a bittersweet romance. The real LA settings might also feel like a breath of fresh air after 12 seasons in TBBT’s beloved studio sets!

WeCrashed (2022)

It was tempting to put The Dropout in here, too, another dramatised account of a tech world rise and fall, but WeCrashed is just a lot more fun and accessible—and could work nicely as a quick, 8-episode, post-TBBT decompression session. We should place a trigger warning as the recently embroiled Jared Leto stars, but the 30 Second to Mars singer has never been more hammy in a role. (In a way, it’s like you’re laughing at him, too.) Charting WeWork’s hubristic climb to becoming one of the biggest property owners on Earth on a business model of “free” coffee and neon-sign motivational-quotes, the show is occasionally depressing. For the rest of the time, the only thing to do is laugh. 

Our Flag Means Death (2022-2023)

Even without the unmistakable presence of Taika Waititi (as both actor, director, and producer) and his old pal Rhys Darby (in the lead role), there would be more than a whiff of What We Do in the Shadows to Our Flag Means Death, David Jenkin’s hilarious satire about the lives of some of the most (and least) feared pirates on the Seven Seas. TBBT fans should come to this one for the offbeat humour, but be sure to stay for the band of delightful shipmates, and Jenkin’s refreshingly candid acknowledgement of queer history. Now let’s get that third season! Yarr.

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Back in February 2025, after nearly four years of uncertainty following Daniel Craig’s COVID-delayed finale as 007, the news finally dropped that Amazon would take creative control of Ian Fleming’s most famous character following a billion dollar acquisition, thus ending the Broccoli family’s multi-generational stint as able custodians of the James Bond franchise. Naturally, the internet went into overdrive with speculation (Christopher Nolan and Alfonso Cuarón were both rumoured to be in contention) before the shock announcement that Canadian auteur Denis Villeneuve was on board to direct.

Unsurprisingly, this has created more questions than answers. How did Amazon convince such an idiosyncratic filmmaker to take the job, especially after a decade of IP movies including Blade Runner 2049 and a trilogy of Dune movies? What direction is Amazon planning to go in with Villeneuve’s brilliant but frankly gloomy style? And most importantly, what does this all mean when it comes to casting such an era-defining role? Use our guide, ranked from least to most likely, to find out who is in the running to be the next James Bond and find out where to watch some of their most celebrated work in the list below.

Idris Elba

Idris Elba as Bond feels like a rumor as old as time. Whispers of the actor’s viability began to circle as far back as 2010, which makes sense as Elba’s run as Stringer Bell on The Wire, originally airing in the US from 2002-2004, only made it to the BBC in 2008. Craig first met Barbara Broccoli in 2004, but the idea of a Black actor playing Bond had yet to enter the mainstream.

By the time Craig was signing off, Elba was already 49—not a million miles off Roger Moore (45) and Timothy Dalton (40) when they first took the role (and there has been some talk of a standalone “old Bond”), but Amazon will be planning for the future, at least for now.

What the bookies are saying: an understandable longshot at 25/1.

Tom Holland

In the last few days, a supposedly leaked wish list of actors (we’re not buying it) has been doing the rounds in more speculative corners of the internet. On top of that pile is Tom Holland. The charismatic star is probably the most sought-after British actor in the world right now and, at 29, would rival George Lazenby as the youngest actor to ever take the Bond role—but we won’t be betting the house on it.

Bond has always favored the up-and-comer: an actor who can fully inhabit the role, both on-screen and, almost as importantly, in the public psyche. When we think of Holland, we already think of Peter Parker and the awkwardly Bond-adjacent Nathan Drake in Uncharted. (Very soon, we will think of Telemachus, too.) No doubt Amazon would love to make that kind of bold statement but cramming presumably multiple 007 movies into Holland’s packed schedule seems highly unlikely.

What the bookies are saying: 14/1 in most places, which seems way too short.

Harris Dickinson

Wonderfully tall, effortlessly cool, endlessly talented and, as anyone who saw Babygirl can attest, capable of exuding a particular kind of sexual energy, the London-born Harris Dickenson seems to have all the right attributes for what we can only assume will be a darker approach from Villeneuve. And yet, something about it just doesn’t feel right.

Since breaking out in Eliza Hittman’s Beach Rats in 2017, Dickinson has remained admirably esoteric with his choice of roles. He also recently won favorable reviews at the Cannes Film Festival for his directorial debut, Urchin, and will likely be keen to direct more; so the idea of filling his schedule with a multi-film deal would be about as impractical as it would be off-brand. Dickinson is already attached to play John Lennon, a very different kind of English legend, in two-time Bond director Sam Mendes’ Beatles anthology movies in 2026—a role of similar scale, perhaps, but we expect it to ultimately be more an exception in Dickinson’s filmography than a rule.

What the bookies are saying: with some places offering as long as 12/1 and as short as 5/2, the jury seems out on this one, but we would err on the side of caution.

Jacob Elordi

Despite being the supposed third favorite on the fanciful Amazon wish list after Holland and Dickinson, Jacob Elordi actually seems the most likely of the three. And still, we have our doubts. At 28, the Australian would not only be the youngest to ever hold the famous Walter PP7 on the big screen, he would also be the first born outside of Ireland and the United Kingdom to take on the role.

All that said, Elordi proved his chops at playing a similar class of Englishman in Saltburn, enough to secure the role of Heathcliff (and presumably show those other chops) in Emerald Fennell’s upcoming adaptation of Wuthering Heights. The thought of working with Villeneuve will appeal to an actor who has always shown an appreciation for auteur filmmakers but similar to Dickinson, it’s just a little off-brand.

What the bookies are saying: a relatively long 12/1 seems accurate.

Jack Lowden

In any other timeline this would make all kinds of sense. After four (soon to be five) seasons of playing River Cartwright on Slow Horses, Jack “Mr. Saoirse Ronan” Lowden has all the training one could ever need to play a quick witted and resourceful MI6 operative. That excellent show, weirdly enough, is also still somehow just about obscure enough that Lowden could make the transition without bringing the baggage of an awkwardly similar character with him; and more than any actor we’ve mentioned so far, the 35-year-old Englishman is genuinely funny.

Unluckily for him, Villeneuve coming on board has probably hurt his chances. That said, the director did once hire Ryan Gosling to play a replicant, so who knows?

What the bookies are saying: ranging from 5/1 to 12/1. The latter looks a little tasty.

Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill is, in many ways, a perfect fit. You sense that if you were to ask a generative AI learning model to create a James Bond movie, it would probably conjure this 200-pound, devilishly handsome slab of a man in the role. Strangely, that obviousness might be what kills his chances the most.

Amazon will be looking to immediately put its stamp on these movies, and the thought of casting a 42-year-old actor who feels as if he has been circling the character for years could be seen as a lack of imagination. Plus, you know, he is still Superman—at least for a little bit.

What the bookies are saying: everything from 4/1 to 10/1, but Cavill feels like the least of the most-likelies.

Scott Rose-Marsh

Without many internationally recognized credits to his name, Scott Rose-Marsh is certainly a dark horse amongst the frontrunners who have emerged with the Amazon wish list. Born in 1988, Rose-Marsh’s route to fame has taken some time. He was working in a call center as recently as 2019, apparently having struggled with addiction after leaving acting school. His luck changed when Stephen Merchant saw a video of him and cast him in his acclaimed six-part TV show The Outlaws.

Were Rose-Marsh to land the role of Bond, it would be a bit of a fairy tale story and not out of keeping with the likes of Craig, who was probably around a similar level of fame when he was cast in Casino Royale. Amazon might just appreciate that kind of narrative.

What the bookies are saying: anything from 10/1 to 5/2, but having been slashed from 100/1 as recently as last week, he is trending.

Theo James

Velvet voiced, obscenely handsome and, as fans of The Monkey and The White Lotus can attest, capable of charmingly self-deprecating humor, Theo James has everything you could want in a 007.

At 40-years-old and still not quite a household name, he perfectly fits the model of a Broccoli-era casting. Unfortunately for James, the early indicators suggest that Amazon is planning to go with a more youthful approach. Consider this one a maybe, but a hard maybe.

What the bookies are saying: as short as 2/1 in most places. Everyone from here can be considered a favourite.

Aaron Pierre

If someone had asked us for odds on Aaron Pierre as the next James Bond a few months ago, we would have told them to save their money-pennies. Now, the electric star of Rebel Ridge looks hard to ignore. The 31-year-old, blue-eyed, LAMDA-trained actor has already appeared in Othello in Shakespeare’s Globe theatre, played Malcolm X in the anthology series Genius, and provided the voice of Mufasa in Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa: The Lion King.

Whether or not the actor can deliver quips perhaps remains to be seen, but Villeneuve won’t be too concerned with all that. And what better way for Amazon to plant its flag in the franchise than by casting the first non-white actor to ever take the role.

What the bookies are saying: at 5/2 in most places, Pierre has raced toward the front of the pack with alarming momentum.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson

In many ways, it feels like Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s career has been building toward this moment. He’s been working in movies since he was ten years old; is currently reminding everyone of his physical intensity in 28 Years Later; and did the funny/haughty English thing as recently as Nosferatu. With The King’s Man, he arguably played a version of Bond as recently as 2021, but in a role small enough as to not be a distraction. He’s been involved in some of the biggest franchises in the world, though without ever quite breaking into the A-list of leading men. He also has the edge and intensity of a character actor, which Villeneuve will appreciate, and with films like Kick-Ass and Bullet Train, has proven himself capable of performing comedy and action at the same time.

At this point, the only thing working against him is his lengthy connection to the part. In a way, he almost seems a part of the Broccoli era (it’s rumored they had a meeting as recently as 2022). The only question is, will Amazon be able to accept that?

What the bookies are saying: with evens in most places, ATJ remains the man to beat. But we sense that grip is loosening.

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Few manga and anime properties in the 2000s had the impact that Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata’s Death Note did. A supernatural psychological thriller, the series follows teen genius Light Yagami, whose discovery of a shinigami’s (death god) ‘Death Note’, an artefact that kills anyone whose name is written in it, inspires him to rid the world of criminals.

Hyped up on god-like power, Light assumes the moniker ‘Kira’ to protect his identity and feed into his mystique. His judge, jury, and executioner arc soon catches the attention of teen detective ‘L,’ developing the plot into a gripping cat-and-mouse game between the pair. Tense and philosophical, it’s no wonder the manga has been adapted many times into TV and film. Here’s how to watch Death Note in order.      

Death Note (2006-2007)

The first adaptation of Death Note was a TV anime series. Spanning 37 episodes, the show was split into two parts that aired in both Japanese and English without a break; a division that makes sense for the source material, which contains a dramatic mid-story twist that effectively resets all the pieces on the board.

Except for the original manga, Death Note remains the strongest piece of franchise media to date, bringing Light and L’s inner monologues and tense exchanges to life with melodramatic animation and voice acting that are iconic beyond manga and anime fandom. It was popular enough to garner two subsequent TV films, Death Note Relight - Visions of a God and Death Note Relight 2 - L's Successors, which are director’s cuts summarising the series, plus some added scenes.     

Death Note (2006)

The first of a series of Japanese live-action films, Death Note (2006) stars Battle Royale’s Tatsuya Fujiwara as Light and character actor Kenichi Matsuyama as L. It introduces the premise and sets the two up as adversaries, ending with a cameo from Light’s unrequited love interest, the doting model Misa Amane. 

While well-plotted, acted, and mostly faithful to the source material, the film makes a few changes that become more pronounced over its runtime. These include making Light a bit older (university-aged rather than a high school student), adding new Death Note rules, new characters, and an original climactic scene. 

Death Note 2: The Last Name (2006)

The sequel to the 2006 live-action Death Note film was released just a few months later and picks up where the first left off. Misa Amane takes a central role as a co-conspirator of Light/Kira, equipped with her own Death Note. As Light joins the very task force formed to stop him, he uses Misa to throw suspicion from L off of him.

Like the first film, Death Note 2: The Last Name is plotted tightly and darkly enough to build suspense and intrigue, carried by a strong cast. However, further story departures from the manga’s ending may rankle fans who prize faithfulness over originality.

L: Change the World (2008)

As indicated by the title, this spinoff of Death Note 2: The Last Name focuses entirely on L and his final case before the end of that film. That case involves thwarting a terrorist organisation in possession of an engineered virus, the deadliest known to man.

L: Change the World doesn’t add anything new to the Death Note franchise, but if you’re a fan of L, in particular, it’s a nice opportunity to spend time with him outside of the Kira case. It also brings one of his young proteges, Near, into the Japanese film universe, and received a highly popular light novel adaptation.

Death Note (2015)

While a live-action Death Note TV series has been in the works in the US for years, Japan beat Hollywood to the punch with 2015’s Death Note. Compacting the entire story into a lean 11-episode run without sacrificing its key plot points, characterisation, or impact, this more concise storytelling earned it higher praise than the anime iteration on this front. 

For this reason, the series may be the best and most bingeable way to familiarise yourself with the story. It’s also the first live-action adaptation to feature the troubled Mello, another L successor, alongside Near.

Death Note: New Generation (2016)

The first of two sequel projects to Death Note 2: The Last Name, Death Note: New Generation was streamed as a three-part miniseries in Japan. Each episode revolves around a different original character: a new Death Note investigator, a new Death Note user, and a new L—Ryuzaki, the detective’s ‘true’ successor.

Taking place a decade after the events of Death Note, it includes cameos from Light and L’s original film actors and deals with those characters’ legacy—a generation still inspired by and scared of Kira’s extreme prejudicial measures to create a ‘new world.’ The series functions primarily as a prequel to the next film.

Death Note: Light Up the New World (2016)

A follow-up film to New Generation, Death Note: Light Up the New World teams a reluctant Ryuzaki up with the current Death Note task force, who have to find not one but six of the deadly books loose in Japan, as well as identify and stop the person who has taken on Light’s mantle as ‘Neo Kira.’

With 10 years in real-time having passed between this film’s release and the manga’s conclusion, Light Up the New World attempts to update Death Note for a new fanbase. Simply adding more books and killers ups the stakes, but its themes and ideas will still feel very familiar to existing fans.   

Death Note (2017)

Netflix’s 2017 Death Note film is the most dramatically different, and therefore, controversial live-action adaptation to date. Director Adam Wingard’s film does what many Hollywood anime remakes do, Americanise the setting and characters, with much greater focus on Light in high school and a more romantic relationship with Misa (aka Mia).

While most of the cast perform well, the film was largely panned due to these changes, which many felt detracted from rather than enhanced or contributed anything new to the murky, moral quandary at the heart of Death Note. It’s worth noting that the manga authors didn’t mind this divergence, adding that the film could still appeal to a wider audience unfamiliar with its basis. 

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Gene Roddenberry’s Star Trek franchise has been boldly taking audiences into the furthest reaches of the universe—and even other universes—for over 50 years. Starting as a TV series in the 1960s, Star Trek has since expanded into films, comic books, novels, and a vast array of merchandise to become one of the most beloved and profitable media empires of all time. 

Revolutionary for its diverse casting and impact on fan culture, Roddenberry’s utopian vision of space exploration from a futuristic Earth continues expanding to this day. If you want to navigate your way through this iconic series, here’s how to watch all Star Trek movies and TV shows in order of release.

Star Trek: The Original Series (1966-1969)

The inception of Star Trek is a three-season TV series (retroactively titled The Original Series). Taking place in the 22nd century, it follows, as stated in each episode’s opening narration, “the voyages of the Starship Enterprise,” Captained by James T. Kirk, alongside principal characters like Science Officer Spock, an alien Vulcan, and Chief Medical Officer Leonard ‘Bones’ McCoy.

The show establishes the naval-inspired Starfleet they serve and their peaceful mission to chart the unknown reaches and peoples of our Milky Way. Somewhat hokey in its design and storytelling now, it was groundbreaking for its inclusive representation and has become an iconic piece of ‘60s pop culture.

Star Trek: The Animated Series (1973-1974)

Knowing what Star Trek has become, it’s hard to believe that The Original Series was cancelled after only three seasons. Seemingly dead in the water—or space, rather—it earned a surprisingly enthusiastic reception in syndication (re-runs). As a result, Star Trek: The Animated Series was born as a sequel to the live-action show.

Featuring most of the original actors’ voices, and more adventurous visuals thanks to the medium change, it was very well-received at the time and continues to strike a chord with newer fans. The animation is certainly dated by modern standards, but don’t skip over it if you want a full overview of Trek canon.

Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979)

The first Star Trek movie happened off the back of The Original Series’ syndication success, as well as other sci-fi box office hits, such as Trek’s main competitor, Star Wars. Reuniting TOS cast, Kirk, now an Admiral, leads the charge in the film’s story to investigate a mysterious threat to Earth in the form of an alien cloud.

While sluggish in pace and lacking in tangible obstacles, Star Trek: The Motion Picture is visually striking— even a little trippy, in the vein of 2001: A Space Odyssey—and conceptually thought-provoking. 

Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan (1982)

While the first Star Trek film remains the franchise’s highest earner to date, the second one is considered its most iconic. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan makes up for what its predecessor lacks: a memorable villain in the genetically-enhanced conqueror, Khan Noonien Singh. 

First encountered by the Enterprise in an episode of The Original Series, Khan returns from exile to obtain a terraforming device. The tragedy borne out of thwarting him has repercussions for the crew spanning the next two films, including a pivotal, tender moment between Kirk and Spock.     

Star Trek III: The Search For Spock (1984)

Following directly on from Wrath of Khan, Kirk and the Enterprise crew flout Starfleet command when they learn about a Vulcan ritual that could mend the pieces of their broken ‘family.’ Along the way, they’re attacked by Klingons, one of the series’ key recurring villains (later allies), whose leader is played by Christopher Lloyd.

With its biblical themes of destiny and resurrection, Star Trek III: The Search for Spock is Trek at its most melodramatic and poignant, cementing the bonds that tie the main characters as unbreakable, even in death. 

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986)

The concluding chapter of the ‘80s Star Trek film trilogy, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home is much lighter in tone than the previous two chapters. In fact, it’s downright silly. As the Enterprise does what the title suggests, their return to Earth occurs right as a strange alien instrument is trying to communicate with whales.

Getting nothing back from the mammals—who are extinct—angers it, prompting the crew to go back in time to get a response. Seeing Kirk and Co. in the then-present day of San Francisco is delightfully farcical, while the obvious environmental messaging adds some much-needed weight to the levity. 

Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)

It took over two decades, but Star Trek finally returned to TV serialisation in the late ‘80s with Star Trek: The Next Generation. Patrick Stewart’s Jean-Luc Picard replaces William Shatner’s Kirk as Captain of a new Enterprise in an unexplored region of the galaxy, and the show and its characters were hugely popular with viewers and critics alike.

Though still a man of action, Picard is more philosophical than the gung-ho Kirk, and TNG is characterised by writing that delves deeper into fundamental ideas of what makes us human, as well as casting a more critical lens on Starfleet’s mission.

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989)

The fifth Star Trek film returns the focus to The Original Series’ crew and the continuing story of TOS movies. With Shatner in the director’s chair—taking over from Leonard Nimoy (Spock)—Star Trek V: The Final Frontier has another religious theme, as the villain Sybok, a Vulcan, looks for the universe’s ultimate creator.

Some affectionate and fun character interactions, particularly between the principal trio of Kirk, Spock, and Bones, are high points, as well as the ambitious premise, but Frontier’s muddled pacing left Trek’s future on the big screen in doubt. 

Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991)

Except for Shatner, Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country is the swan song for The Original Series’ cast. The movie revolves around an environmental disaster finally forcing the Klingon Empire to call a truce with the Federation—the peace-seeking allied forces of humans, Vulcans, and other species that Starfleet serves.

Written to echo the end of the Cold War, the film has a conspiratorial atmosphere, apeing the politics and culture of that era and lightened by some nod-and-a-wink dialogue that proves what the original characters now lack in physical aptitude, they make up for with sharper comedic chops.  

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993-1999)

The success of The Next Generation led to a third Star Trek TV show releasing hot on its heels, and the first without the late Gene Roddenberry’s input. Star Trek: Deep Space Nine is dramatically different from any previous Trek project: It’s the first to be helmed by a Black character, Commander/Captain Benjamin Sisko, and the first to take place on a space station instead of a starship.

The static location may jar at first, and while it’s slow to get going, Deep Space Nine evolves into one of Trek’s best-plotted entries, with plenty of nuanced meditation on war, colonisation, religion, and race.    

Star Trek: Generations (1994)

As its title hints, Star Trek: Generations is a bridge-gapping film between The Original Series and The Next Generation eras. Time-bending shenanigans allow for some prime fan service—a team-up between Captains Kirk and Picard to stop a desperate humanoid alien (played by Malcolm McDowell) ripping the universe apart in his pursuit of paradise.

Much like any late-stage MCU film, Generations is best enjoyed by seasoned fans rather than first-timers, functioning especially well as an appropriately sentimental and heroic send-off to Kirk (and Shatner) on their final voyage through the Trek-verse.  

Star Trek: Voyager (1995-2001)

Running initially concurrently with Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager takes Star Trek in another bold direction: the first to star a female captain, Katherine Janeway, and a conceit that sends her crew aboard the titular vessel into a completely uncharted quadrant, far from Earth.

This survivalist premise creates unique stakes for Voyager’s characters, while its winding journey into dangers unknown works particularly well in tandem with DS9’s homelier consistency. In addition, it fleshes out arguably the most terrifying enemy in Trek history: the Borg, advanced cybernetic beings who traverse the universe in giant cube-shaped ships, absorbing lifeforms into their hive mind.    

Star Trek: First Contact (1996)

Star Trek: First Contact pits The Next Generation crew against the Borg and their cold, enigmatic Queen, bringing the fan-favourite conquerors to the big screen after their introduction in TNG but before their incorporation into Voyager.

Directed by Jonathan Frakes, who plays Picard’s Number One, William Riker, the film takes place after TNG’s ending, with the crew chasing the Borg back in time to reverse their takeover of Earth. This allows us to see a foundational moment in Trek’s space exploration history, while clear allusions to Moby Dick deepen our understanding of Picard’s hatred of the Borg.

Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)

Continuing under Jonathan Frakes’ direction, Star Trek: Insurrection takes a different approach to First Contact. Time travel and the terrors of assimilation are swapped for an internal fracture between Starfleet and Picard’s crew, who defend a planet from being stripped of a precious resource its community rely on. 

This more subdued approach makes it feel more televisual than cinematic, and while certainly not the most memorable film in the series, Insurrection gives Picard a sweetly romantic subplot and reexamines his android officer Data’s quest to become more human. 

Star Trek: Enterprise (2001-2005)

Star Trek: Enterprise is another dramatic reinvention of Star Trek on TV. Taking a ‘stripped back’ approach, it's set right at the start of humanity’s deep space exploration aboard the first Enterprise and stars Quantum Leap’s Scott Bakula as Captain Jonathan Archer.

With more rudimentary technology, limited knowledge of space, and no Federation, Enterprise focuses more on character, as well as fleshing out new areas of formative canon and patching up holes in other areas. Never fully finding its stride, diminishing interest and poor critical reception led to it being cancelled after four seasons.    

Star Trek: Nemesis (2002)

The final film to feature The Next Generation cast, and the tenth overall, Star Trek: Nemesis is also notable for introducing the world to a young Tom Hardy. Hardy plays the Reman Shinzon, whose race is enslaved by the domineering Romulans, against whom he leads a coup that TNG gang intercede in.

As a dark reflection of Picard, Shinzon makes for twisted commentary on the ‘nature vs nurture’ debate. But aside from a typically stellar performance from Stewart, Nemesis is viewed as the franchise crashing out on a whimper for nearly a decade rather than blasting forward with a bang.  

Star Trek (2009)

The film that revived a dormant franchise, 2009’s Star Trek movie makes the smart decision to reboot the series (via time travel) in an alternate universe, allowing newcomers to jump on board without being bogged down by decades of lore.

This also gave director J.J. Abrams and his writers license to retread some of Trek’s ‘greatest hits’ with younger versions of Kirk, Spock, and Bones, famous line recalls, and classic villains—in this case, the Romulans. With Abrams and a fresher-faced cast steering the ship, 2009’s Star Trek injects much-needed adrenaline into an IP that had become synonymous with a bygone past rather than an exciting future.  

Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)

KHAAANNN! Star Trek: Into Darkness continues Abrams’ remixing of Star Trek history by bringing back fan-favourite Kirk and Spock nemesis, Khan, this time played to sneeringly superior heights by Benedict Cumberbatch.

The film delivers on its titular promise of plunging the new, shinier Trek films into choppier waters, with both in-universe and real-world tragedies. (It’s Leonard Nimoy’s final film before his death.) Despite these sombre events, Into Darkness is still another rollicking, slickly-produced package, and the highest-grossing film since The Motion Picture.  

Star Trek Beyond (2016)

The third and final film in the Abrams reboot trilogy, Star Trek: Beyond begins with the Enterprise gang scattered; struggling with the monotony of his command, Kirk even contemplates leaving the ship for good. A mission to prevent the use of a bioweapon, however, reunites and galvanises him and his crewmates.

Though it feels a little like a big-budget episode of one of the shows, Beyond is still hugely entertaining, leaning on the prickly but warm interpersonal relationships of familiar characters brought to new, vivid colour by a great cast.

Star Trek: Discovery (2017-2024)

It had been 12 years since a Star Trek TV show was on the air when Star Trek: Discovery was released. Running for five seasons, and beginning just before The Original Series (but not as far back as Enterprise), its main protagonist isn’t a captain but a disgraced commander, Michael Burnham. Having helped kickstart a war with the Klingons, Burnham has to prove herself worthy of command once more.

Discovery has a very different look and feel from any previous Trek series that may polarise at first, but like Deep Space Nine, it rewards persistence. Its reaffirming and upping of the franchise’s foundational commitment to diverse casting and representation is highly commendable, too. 

Star Trek: Short Treks (2018-2020)

This series of 10 shorts, comprising both live-action and animated episodes, was produced primarily as ancillary material to Discovery but also includes characters from other Star Trek shows, like Spock and Picard. 

As they’re all self-contained stories, you can technically watch them at any point during your Trek journey; however, as the majority relate to characters from Discovery and Star Trek: Picard, you should pair your viewing with them. The final episode of Star Trek: Short Treks, “Children of Mars,” is particularly relevant to Picard, in fact. 

Star Trek Picard (2020-2023)

In a bid to widen the Star Trek universe beyond the mainline TV series, Star Trek: Picard is a spinoff of both The Next Generation and Nemesis, picking up the now-retired admiral’s story 20 years after the latter, and in the new timeline established in the 2009 film.

Patrick Stewart reprises his legendary role with pathos and grace. Haunted by tragedies past and revisited by familiar faces as the show progresses, he finds himself drawn into battles against old enemies once more; Picard is another Trek show that requires marination over its three seasons to become something truly special.

Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020-2024)

In the franchise’s biggest departure to date, Star Trek: Lower Decks is essentially a Star Trek sitcom. The animated series—the first since the ‘70s—refocuses from the Bridge to the literal lower decks of a Starfleet vessel, casting a humorous spotlight on what the ‘grunts’ supporting the usual main characters get up to.

Once again, Lower Decks is a Trek show that comes into its own in its later seasons, gradually shifting from passable self-parody to an enthralling series in its own right. Deep cut cameos and references make it rewarding for longtime fans, but after 50 years, Trek tropes are mainstream enough for casual viewers to dive in.

Star Trek: Prodigy (2021-2024)

Set shortly after the ending of Voyager, in Star Trek: Prodigy, a group of alien kids embark on a similar adventure to Captain Janeway’s crew: finding and navigating a starship from the Delta to the Alpha Quadrant. They’re eventually joined by Janeway, with other Voyager cast members making appearances, too.

Low viewership led to the 3D animated series only lasting two seasons. It’s the first piece of Star Trek media to be produced for younger viewers, who can learn about the franchise’s world as its young characters do aboard their adopted ship. Voyager fans, meanwhile, will get a kick out of spending time again with the steadfast Janeway.  

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022-present)

Another prequel to The Original Series, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds gives the reins to Enterprise Captain Christopher Pike, the original star of TOS’ scrapped pilot before Shatner’s Kirk replaced him. Anson Mount’s depiction of Pike in this series began in Discovery’s second season; in SNW, he’s joined by his Number One from TOS (first played by Roddenberry’s wife), as well as Spock.

Its mid-century design and episodic format make it feel like a soft reboot of TOS, but adventurous storytelling—particularly in its second season—give SNW, and Trek in general, a revitalisation that audiences have really resonated with.

Star Trek: Section 31 (2025)

Created in Deep Space Nine, Section 31 is a highly-secretive, covert agency within the Federation, similar to MI6. Doing the Federation’s ‘dirty work’ in the shadows to maintain its utopian image, the rarely expounded-upon organisation was ripe for its own project, such as this streaming movie.

Star Trek: Section 31 stars Michelle Yeoh’s Philippa Georgiou, a Starfleet captain with a tyrannical ‘Mirror Universe’ counterpart. Set between The Original Series and The Next Generation, the rogueish Georgiou reckons with her past and the warmongering actions of her alternate self in what should have been a home run given its star and subject matter; instead, Section 31 is woefully lacklustre in execution, perceived as one of Trek’s biggest film flubs to date.

How To Watch 'Star Trek' In Chronological Order

Those looking to follow the story as it unfolds chronologically should watch the franchise in this order:

• Star Trek: Enterprise
• Star Trek: Discovery Season 1 & 2
• Short Treks
• Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
• Star Trek (2009)
• Star Trek Into Darkness
• Star Trek Beyond
• Star Trek: The Original Series
• Star Trek: The Animated Series
• Star Trek: The Motion Picture
• Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
• Star Trek III: The Search for Spock
• Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home
• Star Trek V: The Final Frontier
• Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country
• Star Trek: Section 31
• Star Trek: The Next Generation
• Star Trek: Generations
• Star Trek: First Contact
• Star Trek: Insurrection
• Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
• Star Trek: Voyager
• Star Trek: Nemesis
• Star Trek: Lower Decks
• Star Trek: Prodigy
• Star Trek: Picard
• Star Trek: Discovery Season 3-5

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Since its debut in 2007, The Big Bang Theory has become one of the most beloved sitcoms of its time, entertaining fans with its witty humour, endearingly awkward characters, and popularisation of geek culture. The series’ success catapulted the main cast to international fame, transforming relative newcomers into household names by the end of its 12-season run.

Since the series finale in 2019, the cast has gone on to star in an impressive variety of series and films—with some even collaborating together on their own projects or reprising their roles in The Big Bang Theory spinoffs. From Kaley Cuoco’s starring role in HBO’s The Flight Attendant to Mayim Bialik hosting Jeopardy!, see what The Big Bang Theory cast has been up to since the end of the series, and find out where you can stream all their latest projects.

Kaley Cuoco (Penny)

Kaley Cuoco starred in The Big Bang Theory as the bubbly aspiring actress Penny. Although her character starts out as the next-door fixation for the guys, throughout the seasons, she really comes into her own, eventually building a top-notch career and even falling for Leonard. Through The Big Bang Theory, Cuoco achieved an impressive level of fame that she’s maintained since the series’ end. In 2020 she starred in the HBO series The Flight Attendant, which allowed her to showcase her dramatic chops. She also starred opposite Pete Davidson in the 2022 rom-com Meet Cute and in the Peacock series Based on a True Story as a pregnant estate agent who starts a true crime podcast with her husband. In addition, Cuoco continues to voice Harley Quinn in the hit DC animated series Harley Quinn.

Jim Parsons (Sheldon Cooper)

Jim Parsons played Sheldon Cooper, the genius theoretical physicist with a knack for misreading every social situation, throughout all 12 seasons of The Big Bang Theory. Since the end of the series, Parsons has acted as narrator on The Big Bang Theory prequel series Young Sheldon and briefly reprised his role as Sheldon on screen for the series finale in 2024. In addition, Parsons starred in Ryan Murphy’s 2020 acclaimed Netflix series Hollywood, voiced Carl the Sheep in Andy Serkis’ 2025 animated adaptation of George Orwell’s book Animal Farm, and has starred in several Broadway productions. 

Johnny Galecki (Leonard Hofstadter)

Jonny Galecki played experimental physicist and Sheldon’s flatmate and best friend Leonard Hofstadter on all 12 seasons of The Big Bang Theory. Since the series ended, Galecki briefly reprised his role as David Healy on the 2018 Roseanne reboot series and in some episodes of the spinoff series The Conners. However, since then, Galecki has taken a step back from acting and is currently focusing on family life.

Kunal Nayyar (Raj Koothrappali)

Kunal Nayyar played Leonard and Sheldon’s anxious astrophysicist friend, Raj Koothrappali, through the entire run of The Big Bang Theory. Since the series’ end, Nayyar has been in a variety of television and film projects, such as 2020’s Trolls World Tour and 2023’s Trolls Band Together as the voice of Guy Diamond. In 2020, he appeared in an episode of the Netflix series Criminal: UK and in 2022 he starred opposite Uma Thurman in Apple TV+'s Suspicion. He also played a small part in the 2024 teen rom-com series How to Date Billy Walsh and in Netflix's Adam Sandler-starring drama Spaceman.

Simon Helberg (Howard Wolowitz)

Simon Helberg played the aerospace engineer Howard Wolowitz on all the seasons of The Big Bang Theory. Since the end of the series, Helberg has starred in several projects, including Mayim Bialik’s 2022 directorial debut As They Made Us and in Kyra Sedgwick’s rom-com Space Oddity. On television, Helberg appeared as an FBI agent in Netflix’s Poker Face and as the voice of the creepy Dr. Revanche in the animated comedy series American Dad!.

Melissa Rauch (Bernadette Rostenkowski)

Melissa Rauch joined the cast of The Big Bang Theory as microbiologist Bernadette Rostenkowski (later Rostenkowski-Wolowitz) starting in Season 3. After the series ended, Rauch appeared in the 2019 rom-com Ode to Joy and the Steven Soderbergh dramedy The Laundromat. In 2021, Rauch guest hosted 10 episodes of the beloved American game show Jeopardy! and starred from 2023 to 2025 as Judge Abby Stone in the Night Court revival series.

Mayim Bialik (Amy Farrah Fowler)

Mayim Bialik joined The Big Bang Theory cast in Season 3 as Amy, a neurobiologist who winds up in a rollercoaster relationship with Sheldon. Bialik was already well known before being cast in The Big Bang Theory, particularly from her starring role in the 1990s series Blossom. After the end of Big Bang, Bialik starred in the series Call Me Kat from 2020 to 2023, which she produced alongside her on-screen partner Jim Parsons. Bialik also guest hosted Jeopardy! alongside Ken Jennings from 2021 until 2023. 

Kevin Sussman (Stuart Bloom)

Kevin Sussman’s comic book shop owner Stuart Bloom started as a recurring character in the early seasons of The Big Bang Theory before becoming a regular during the last four seasons. Since the series’ end, Sussman has taken on smaller roles in 2022’s Elizabeth Holmes biographical drama The Dropout, in Mayim Bialik’s series Call Me Kat, and in the Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul. In 2023, he played Walter Pine in the Apple TV+ limited series Lessons in Chemistry opposite Brie Larson and Lewis Pullman. An upcoming Big Bang spinoff series starring Sussman as Bloom is in the works at CBS. Although few details are known about the series, its title was revealed in Spring 2025 as Stuart Bloom Fails to Save the Universe, and it will likely be set in the present day.

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Six years after the phony Beatlemania of Yesterday (a not unpleasant movie that nevertheless did not make this list), Danny Boyle rages back to cinemas with 28 Years Later, his best movie in, at least, a decade. Reteaming with Alex Garland for the first time since Sunshine (more on that one later), Boyle returns to the wildly influential zombie franchise he helped create with one of the most technically and narratively inventive movies of the year. With the director’s stock firmly on the rise, what better time to look back over his singular career?

Check out our list of the best Danny Boyle movies below, ranked in ascending order, and use our guide to find out where to watch them.

10. The Beach (2000)

It’s a shame that Alex Garland hadn’t yet made the switch to screenwriting when Danny Boyle optioned to take Garland’s story about a group of Gen X idealists attempting to live off grid to the big screen. In the end, John Hodge’s adaptation of The Beach, like an odd number of Boyle movies, kind of falls to pieces in the final third. Still, for all its flaws, the movie carries a nostalgic pull. Maybe it’s the thought of Leonardo DiCaprio’s youthful energy, still incandescent from Titanic’s world conquering success; or maybe it’s the great Darius Khondji’s fitful camerawork; or All Saint’s still excellent song; or the memory of experiencing Tilda Swinton for the first time. It should not be written off entirely.

9. 127 Hours (2010)

After the monumental success of Slumdog Millionaire, Boyle felt emboldened to pursue 127 Hours, the seemingly unfilmable story of canyoneer Aron Ralston’s lonely brush with (and grizzly escape from) death after being trapped under a boulder in Southern Utah in 2003. A movie from a time when everyone started to believe that James Franco was the genuine article, 127 Hours has aged in strange ways. As an exercise in restraint, however, it’s still remarkable, not least for the fact that it remains the famously unrestrained filmmaker’s only screenplay credit—and his only nomination for writing at the Oscars.

8. T2 Trainspotting (2017)

Boyle spoke about adapting Porno, Irvine Welsh’s follow-up to Trainspotting, for years before T2’s eventual release in 2017. Still, nobody quite knew what to expect from the director’s first sequel. In the end, the reunion of Spud, Rent Boy, and Begbie was more charming than anyone had hoped for, with the inventive filmmaking confirming that a return to old properties does not always have to mean a lack of ideas. The score, which features three songs from future 28 Years Later collaborators Young Fathers, is just as memorable, as are Boyle’s artistic flourishes—not least a spectacular update on the famous Lou Reed moment in the original.

7. Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

Boyle would be the first to tell you that he couldn’t make Slumdog Millionaire today, but back in 2008, neither Hollywood or British cinema had come to terms with concepts like cultural appropriation. Starring a then unknown (at least outside of Skins) Dev Patel and shot largely in Mumbai, it took a sentimental story about finding meaning in hardship then rode a wave of word-of-mouth all the way to the Academy Awards. Boyle’s win there for Best Director changed the public perception of him from cult filmmaker to national treasure, leading to his celebrated stint as artistic director of the 2012 London Olympics and the subsequent offer of a knighthood—which the working class Irish Catholic gallantly turned down. It remains the most successful British independent film of all time.

6. 28 Days Later (2002)

It’s difficult to quantify just how influential Boyle and Garland’s first real collaboration has been. Perhaps someone already had dreamed up the idea of sprinting zombies, but would we still have gotten Shaun of the Dead, The Walking Dead, or The Last of Us without the zombie (not that Boyle likes that word) renaissance that 28 Days Later inspired? (Not to mention Cillian Murphy’s career.) Either way, Boyle and Dogme 95 D.P. Anthony Dod Mantle’s images of deserted London streets remain eerily effective, even if the blurry, digital aesthetic hasn’t aged quite so well. The scene in which Brendan Gleeson’s character realizes he has only a few seconds to say goodbye before the Rage takes hold might be the most moving in Boyle’s career.

5. Shallow Grave (1994)

Now 30 years since its release, the movie that introduced both Boyle and Ewan McGregor to the world still vibrates with buzzy ‘90s hedonism. With a plot that contained a guy, a girl, a dead body, a suitcase full of cash, and all kinds of double crossing, Boyle was hardly reinventing the wheel with Shallow Grave, but it had exactly the kind of youthful energy that a then stagnant British film industry had been crying out for. With the help of another film that came the following year (and is still to come on this list), it helped revitalize an entire scene. 

4. Sunshine (2007)

Even after all these years, it’s difficult to understand Boyle and Garland’s narrative and aesthetic fumbles with the third act of Sunshine, an otherwise crystalline fable about mankind’s last chance to reignite the sun that inexplicably descends into blurry confusion on the final straight. Everything else in the movie is so thoughtfully assembled, from the then novel ecological themes to the memorable crew (including a relatively unknown Rose Byrne, two future Avengers, and the one and only Michelle Yeoh) to the still astonishing visuals. Sure, some of the science doesn’t quite add up, but to paraphrase the late Roger Ebert, it makes sense emotionally.

3. 28 Years Later (2025)

Early word suggested that Alex Garland’s script for the long-awaited 28 Years Later was one of the buzziest properties around, but few could have expected a movie as strange, entertaining, and adventurous as this. Reuniting for the first time since Sunshine, the old collaborators proved they are at their best when working together, with Boyle’s wide-eyed energy again providing the perfect counterweight to Garland’s erudite cynicism (and vise versa). The action (filmed on elaborate iPhone rigs) feels fresh and crunchy, the cast are excellent throughout, and the meditation on post-Brexit Britain is fascinating. It is a movie bursting at the seams with ideas.

2. Steve Jobs (2015)

The Social Network was lauded from the get-go, but it took a little hindsight before it was considered a modern classic. Something similar might be happening with Steve Jobs, Aaron Sorkin’s other Silicon Valley ode, which felt a bit like hero worship upon release in 2015 but has since taken on the sharp edge of a tragedy. Amongst a strong cast, Michael Fassbender gives a career best turn as the late Apple founder, and Boyle’s buoyant energy is a great fit for the subject matter, but it’s Sorkin’s decision to focus on three distinct half hours or so in Jobs’s life (each leading up to the launch of a different product) that really makes the movie tick. Seen today, it will make you nostalgic for a time when not being a great dad was the worst thing we could imagine our tech overlords doing.

1. Trainspotting (1996)

It’s just impossible to consider anything other than Trainspotting here. Who among us can hear the opening notes of “Born Slippy” and not think of it or hear those Iggy Pop drums and not start recounting Renton’s opening monologue? And what about the gorgeous slide into the carpet to Lou Reed’s “Perfect Day,” or the less appealing dive into the worst toilet in Scotland? How many students have had (and probably still have) that poster on their wall? An essential work of ‘90s cinema that is rightly considered one of the best British films of all time. 

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It doesn’t have to be Halloween to acquaint yourself with some of the best and most disturbing zombie movies, especially after the release of 28 Years Later. Usually, people expect this subgenre to be simply very scary. Indeed, the best zombie movies are pretty terrifying. But, even within this very specific realm, there is room for comedy, hard-hitting action, and even the odd musical number.

What we want to look at now, though, are the 10 most disturbing zombie movies. These films are unique and a little bit different than your usual horror movie fare, be it due to emotional kickers, bleak themes, or visceral imagery that stays with you after the credits roll. Come on in and take a bite.

Train to Busan (2016)

It is almost unthinkable that a horror film could make someone cry, let alone a zombie thriller, but Train to Busan manages that feat. Not only is this Korean movie full of unsettling zombie attacks, it also delivers some brutal fight scenes, harrowing imagery, and produces one of the most upsetting conclusions to any film of the last decade.

The very simple concept of zombies on a train sounds a lot like a B-movie idea, but Train to Busan is an A-star picture that’ll leave you reeling emotionally. And, when you’re done, there’s also the animated prequel Seoul Station, and the sequel, Peninsula.

Cargo (2017)

Martin Freeman isn’t an actor that screams horror movie vibes, and yet, when he’s thrown into the zombie movie Cargo, he excels. The film is a tragic take on the zombie trope, with Andy (Freeman) racing against time to save his wife from succumbing to a dangerous virus that turns people into rabid, flesh-eaters. The kicker is, he’s got a baby to think about, too.

With young Rosie in tow, this essentially becomes a poignant family drama at its core while still bearing all the trappings of a rather grim survival story full of gruesome gore and fearsome foes.

Handling the Undead (2024)

One of the most unsettling thoughts that we’re sure everyone has considered at some point when watching a zombie movie is, what would you actually do in this situation? More specifically, how would you react if a loved one turned into a zombie?

This Norwegian horror flick from Thea Hvistendahl addresses those questions head on in devastating fashion. Handling the Undead features scenes that will make you well up, scenes that could very well make you throw up, and one scene, in particular, that will make you wince and squirm.

Night of the Living Dead (1968)

This is the original zombie movie from the zombie movie master, George A. Romero. There’s a reason Night of the Living Dead is heralded as one of the greats, and it truly deserves that tag. Even with its black and white palette, the horror jumps off the screen with this one, and Romero fills the frame with some of the most hauntingly bleak yet beautiful shots you’re likely to find in the genre.

The single location story and powerful ending to this film both help to produce a real feeling of desolation and despair that will get under your skin. It’s human horror at its finest.

28 Days Later (2002)

While everyone is excited about the new movie in Danny Boyle’s burgeoning franchise, we’re going back to where it all started with 28 Days Later. From those opening moments of Cillian Murphy roaming the empty streets of London in his hospital gown to the climactic scenes where Christopher Eccleston and his soldiers turn rogue, this early 2000s cult classic is brimming with some of the most disturbing footage you can find in a zombie movie.

Few films can match 28 Days Later when it comes to capturing the sheer morbid and depressing sentiment of feeling all alone in the middle of an apocalypse while everyone and everything is out to get you.

Maggie (2015)

There’s a common theme among many of these disturbing zombie movies, and that is the conflict between familial ties and survival in an apocalypse. While Maggie is not the best film on this list, it certainly taps into that idea of protecting your loved ones at whatever the cost more effectively than most.

Arnold Schwarzenegger goes against type with this highly dramatic and sensitive performance, while Abigail Breslin is impressive opposite him as the daughter society tells him he should abandon but whom he will not leave behind. Maggie is a powerful film that is not afraid to test the moral compass of its characters and its audience.

The Wailing (2016)

A second South Korean picture makes it onto this list, interestingly, but The Wailing is very different from Train to Busan. For a start, The Wailing is not about to cause any tears. No, this Na Hong-jin movie is absolutely brutal and immensely unsettling, with a no-holds-barred approach to gore and violence.

While films like Handling the Undead and Cargo hone in on the dilemma of protecting family in a zombie apocalypse, The Wailing offers a far more nihilistic approach to those problems. After all, a zombie outbreak is nothing a good knife can’t handle, right?

REC (2007)

We did say we were here to discuss zombie movies that veer away from the standard scare factor and offer something different. REC does that, to be fair, but it’s still absolutely terrifying; possibly even the most scary film on this list.

It’s amazing, really, that a found footage zombie movie hadn’t really been done before REC came along, and that there haven’t been more since. It’s this framing device which really hammers home those disturbing vibes, throwing the viewer right into the beating, bleeding heart of the situation and offering no hope of escape.

Pontypool (2009)

Perhaps the most obscure film on this list, Pontypool is very unique and absolutely fascinating. There’s just something about small town horror that hits hard, and Pontypool is underpinned by that unsettling feeling. Call it disturbing; call it eerie; call it foreboding; whatever it is, this film just does not let up, but it never becomes gratuitous thanks to the truly intriguing story at the heart of it.

Using language as a means to deal with the outbreak of a deadly virus, and containing the action in the single-setting of a radio station, there is something wonderfully simple about Bruce McDonald’s movie, and it’s sure to stick with you for days afterwards—whether you like it or not.

I Am Legend (2007)

If you thought Cillian Murphy’s predicament in 28 Days Later was rough, spare a thought for Will Smith’s character in I Am Legend, Robert Neville, who quite literally only has his dog for companionship. Granted, it’s a good dog, but when the world is filled with vampiric, cannibal mutants (we’re going to call them zombies for the sake of argument), a canine friend isn’t quite enough to get you through.

While the book may be far richer and more nuanced, there is something about this 2007 film that really cuts to the core of what makes zombie movies so disturbing; the demise of civilisation in these scenarios just feels inevitable, and survival, no matter how hard you try, can only ever be temporary.

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With three blood-soaked movies (and a couple of non-canonical shorts) on heavy rotation, Terrifier already looks like one of the most reliable horror franchises in recent decades. They’ve already achieved everything that a horror producer dreams of—low budget, high profit, with a character who keeps audiences coming back for more—but they’ve done so thanks to writer-director Damien (yes, like the son of the devil) Leone’s boldness, creativity, and grasp of tone. The movies walk a razor sharp line between silly and sadistic but find the sweet spot more often than not. This is thanks to Art the Clown, a character who takes all kinds of pleasure in torturing men, women and children, but does it with the eager flair of a showman—jazz hands and all. 

As we await details on the fourth installment, use our guide below to find out where to watch all Terrifier movies so far. 

All Hallows’ Eve (2013)

Though not a canonical chapter in the Terrifier series, Damien Leone’s anthology movie All Hallows’ Eve is definitely worth a mention as it contains Art’s first appearance on screen—though he is played by Mike Giannelli as David Howard Thornton only later took ownership of the role. All Hallows’ Eve takes footage from two of Leone’s earlier shorts—The 9th Circle (2008) and Terrifier (2011)—and combines them with a story of kids trick-or-treating on Halloween who discover an old VHS tape in their candy bag.

Worst kill: The ending is deeply unsettling but, in the interests of pure sadism, we’re gonna give it to the good samaritan in the car.

Terrifier (2016)

With Art’s first outing as the lead character, Terrifier set the tone for the series. The events again take place on Halloween night, following two friends, Tara and Dawn, who encounter Art on the way home from a party. This first installment was too low budget to think of sequels (none of Art’s victims return in part 2) so don’t go in expecting much in terms of plot. Instead, Leone uses the movie to showcase Art’s demented glee and his own proficiency with grizzly practical effects. A surprise hit on the horror festival circuit in 2016, the movie was as much a shock to audiences as it was at the box office, returning ten times its $40K budget. 

Worst kill: Dawn. No competition. Just horrific. 

Terrifier 2 (2022)

This is the point when the Terrifier movies slightly crossed over to the horror mainstream. Part one had been a huge success on the circuit, but Leone had to find a way to make the movies slightly less snuff-coded and more approachable. He did this by making Terrifier 2 look a little glossier (the aesthetic is not unlike the dreamlike mood of the Nightmare on Elm Street movies) while removing none of the creative violence that made the previous film such a hit. The movie also introduces Sienna Shaw, another teenage girl on Halloween night who crosses Art’s path, as the series’ final girl.

Worst kill: Allie. There’s a reason why it’s infamous.

Terrifier 3 (2024)

Grossing an astonishing $90M on a $2M budget, Terrifier 3 is the point when the franchise became a full blown sensation. Reintroducing Victoria, the sole survivor of part one, as well as Sienna, our final girl from part 2, Terrifier 3 ties the previous two installments of Leone’s slightly lopsided franchise together while reassuring fans that a bigger budget does definitely not mean a softer touch. Leone goes for a more naturalistic look and moves the action to Christmas, allowing for a scene in which Art poses as Santa and delivers one of the series’ most provocative shocks. 

Worst kill: it’s hard to forget the image of a child’s charred remains, but this one has to go to poor Aunt Jessica. 

Terrifier 4 (TBA)

Worst kill: we can only imagine…

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Disney’s animated princess films have enchanted generations with their timeless stories, lovable characters, and magical worlds. Over the years, these iconic tales have been brought to life through live-action adaptations, blending nostalgia with a modern update. From Cinderella’s glass slipper to Mulan’s battle with the Hun, these films have reimagined beloved classics and given the princesses a new chance to shine. 

As Disney continues to produce live-action versions of its most beloved stories, fans often debate whether the newer adaptations are able to capture the magic of the originals. So check out our ranking of the live-action Disney princess movies below, and find out where you can stream them all in the United Kingdom.

Beauty and the Beast (2017)

Adapting the beloved 1991 animated Beauty and the Beast was always going to be a daunting task, but director Bill Condon’s version more than rose to the occasion. Starring Emma Watson as the smart and independent Belle, Dan Stevens as the turbulent Beast, and Luke Evans as the flexor-in-chief Gaston, Beauty and the Beast succeeded in bringing some fresh elements to the tale while maintaining the unique flair of the original story.

Cinderella (2015)

Kenneth Branagh’s Cinderella may have omitted the original’s soundtrack, but the film more than succeeds in giving (Cinder)Ella an empowering update while preserving the old-fashioned magic of the original. Cinderella also features an all-star cast, including Lily James as Ella, Cate Blanchett as the evil step-mother Lady Tremaine, Richard Madden as Prince Kit, and Helena Bonham Carter as the Fairy Godmother. Overall, the special effects, beautiful costumes, and well-rounded characters make the live-action Cinderella one of the best Disney adaptations to date.

Aladdin (2019)

Guy Ritchie’s live-action Aladdin succeeded in dazzling with its brilliant costumes and powerhouse performances. Although nothing tops Robin Williams’ Genie, Will Smith succeeds in bringing his own distinct flair to the role, and Naomi Scott takes Jasmine to a whole new world of nuance with respect to the original. Overall, the adaptation was able to bring something new to the table, although some of the magic and exuberance of the original got lost along the way.

Maleficent (2014) & Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil (2019)

While the original Sleeping Beauty remains one of Disney’s most beloved animated classics, the live-action adaptation and its sequel took the unique route of focusing on the villain. Maleficent and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil star Angelina Jolie as the Evil Queen and succeeds in giving the story plenty of nuance. If there’s one thing to criticise about the original, it’s how little screen-time Aurora—the actual Disney princess—gets throughout the film. Luckily, Maleficent remedies this, and Elle Fanning’s depiction of Aurora gives the character an endearing softness that makes the adaptation worthwhile on its own.

Snow White (2025)

The original Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is widely known as the best Disney Princess film of them all, so any live-action remake would always face intense pressure to measure up. While 2025’s Snow White left many fans and critics underwhelmed with the visual effects, and Gal Gadot’s performance as the Evil Queen left many wanting, there’s no question that Rachel Zegler’s portrayal of Snow White brought some much-needed spirit to the character—not to mention some truly incredible vocals.

The Little Mermaid (2023)

While Halle Bailey was widely praised for her vocal range and depiction of Ariel’s insatiable curiosity, the live-action Little Mermaid left a lot to be desired overall. While many of the performances individually shone, the film’s visuals were dark, and the effects failed to live up to the vibrancy of the original. In addition, while Bailey’s versions of the classic songs were spine-tinglingly good, some of the newer songs written for the adaptation felt out of place to many.

Mulan (2020)

Niki Caro’s live-action Mulan adaptation took the animated story of the young Hua Mulan, who disguises herself as a man to take her father’s place in battle, and made it into a war epic. While the visual effects were impressive, and the empowering story still hit hard, many were disappointed that the live-action version didn’t keep the more joyful elements of the original, including doing away with Mushu and all of the songs.

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CBS’s beloved sitcom The Big Bang Theory aired its finale in 2019 after 12 seasons and 279 episodes. The series followed the awkward evolution of the friendships between physicist flatmates Leonard and Sheldon, their geeky mates, aerospace engineer Howard and astrophysicist Raj, and their waitress/neighbour Penny. The series quickly became a pop culture phenomenon, captivating audiences with its clever humour, incorporation of real scientific knowledge, and its ability to make complex topics fun and relatable. 

Since the series’ end, CBS has produced a backstage retrospective, two prequel series, and has one more spinoff in the works. With so much new Big Bang content circulating the cosmos, be sure to check out the guide below to find out how to watch every Big Bang Theory TV show and spinoff in order, and see all the streaming options in the United Kingdom.

The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019)

The Big Bang Theory is where it all began for CBS. After 12 seasons on the network, the cast of lovably awkward nerds captured hearts and minds around the world while exploring themes of friendship, scientific research, relationships, and everyday struggles while consistently bringing the laughs. The sitcom follows the daily lives of Caltech physicist Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons) and his motley crew of friends. Even before the sitcom ended in 2019, it was clear that neither CBS nor the fans were ready to say goodbye to the Big Bang universe anytime soon, so the network went on to create several spinoffs.

Unraveling the Mystery: A Big Bang Farewell (2019)

If you’re looking to start your journey into the world after The Big Bang Theory, we recommend closing out that chapter with the 2019 TV special Unraveling the Mystery: A Big Bang Farewell. The heartfelt behind-the-scenes retrospective features lead actors Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco and gives the series a proper sendoff.

Young Sheldon (2017–2024)

Young Sheldon first started airing on CBS while The Big Bang Theory was in its 11th season and lasted for a total of seven seasons. The prequel series delves into the early life of Sheldon Cooper, one of the franchise’s most beloved characters, and explores his childhood and family life in East Texas. Sheldon’s brilliant mind and quirky personality often set him apart from his peers, and the series balances heartfelt family moments with humour, capturing the challenges and joys that shaped him into the character we see on The Big Bang Theory.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (2024–)

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage picks up the story where Young Sheldon left off, focusing on Sheldon’s brother Georgie and his now wife, Mandy. While the two got off to a rocky start with Georgie lying about being 17 in order to have a chance with the 29-year-old Mandy—not to mention her subsequent pregnancy—they finally worked out their issues, got married, and had their baby. This spinoff series focuses on the couple and their new life together with their daughter CeeCee while still living with Mandy’s parents.

Stuart Fails To Save The Universe (2025–)

The latest Big Bang spinoff, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, takes audiences back to the present day and focuses on the awkward comic book shop owner Stuart Bloom. Although plot details are still scant, we know that Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert Kibbler), and John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke) will all reprise their Big Bang Theory roles on this new series.

How To Watch 'The Big Bang Theory' In Chronological Order

Watching The Big Bang Theory franchise in chronological order means starting with the prequels and finishing either with the backstage retrospective or with Stuart Bloom’s still unreleased solo series.  

• Young Sheldon
• Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage
• The Big Bang Theory
• Unraveling the Mystery: A Big Bang Farewell
• Stuart Fails to Save the Universe

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Beginning its 10-year run in 2014, Kōhei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia manga quickly took the world by storm, earning its place among some of the most popular shonen titles of all time. Drawing on Western superhero tropes, the story takes place in a world where superpowers (Quirks) are commonplace, to the point that those without them are in the minority.

One such person is teenager Izuku ‘Deku’ Midoriya. His drive to become a hero catches the eye of his idol, All Might, thus beginning a gruelling journey at a top hero academy in which he learns to wield All Might’s unique Quirk. With multiple TV and film versions to dig into, here’s how to watch all of My Hero Academia in order of release. 

My Hero Academia (2016-present)

The My Hero Academia manga concluded in 2024, and the main TV anime is due to begin its final season in October 2025. As far as serialised anime adaptations go, My Hero Academia is a faithful representation of its source material, featuring fantastically dynamic animation from Studio Bones and a brilliant voice cast well-matched to the series’ quirky characters.  

At around 160 episodes and counting, too, it’s totally binge-worthy without the intimidating length of something like One Piece. If you’re looking to find your footing with the franchise, this is the best place to start.

My Hero Academia OVAs (2016-present)

Though not essential, completionists might be interested in checking out the My Hero Academia OVAs (Original Video Animation) that accompany the TV anime and some of the films. These special episodes amount to ten (so far), starting with 2016’s Save! Rescue Training and going up to the most recent in A Piece of Cake.

If you want to be selective, the most ‘plot relevant’ OVAs to watch are All Might: Rising (2018), a prequel vignette providing more insight into the flagship Pro Hero’s past, released with the My Hero Academia: Two Heroes movie, while Departure (2022) and A Piece Of Cake (2025) similarly make for nice little stage-setters before the films My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission and My Hero Academia: You’re Next, respectively.   

My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018)

The first My Hero Academia movie provides a bit of All Might backstory as well as a glimpse into what Deku and his 1-A classmates get up to during summer break. That break turns out to be an eventful one when a terrorist called Wolfram infiltrates the security system of a technologically advanced floating city that the students have been sent to.

In a self-contained environment away from their adult teachers, Two Heroes is a great showcase of the kids’ training up to that point. In addition, it sets the stage for All Might’s reduced role going forward.

My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019)

My Academia: Heroes Rising is the most summery of the My Hero Academia ‘summer break’ films. When Class 1-A is shipped off to an idyllic island to complete a safety work programme, their schedule of odd jobs for the islanders is interrupted when a villain called Nine—capable of possessing multiple Quirks—attacks.

The film is notable for building on Deku and his rival Katsuki Bakugo’s push-and-pull relationship, leading to a shocking act of desperation on Deku’s part in its dramatic finale, irrevocably impacting their dynamic going forward.  

My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission (2021)

The third My Hero Academia film escalates the franchise’s stakes to a global level, with Deku and his classmates tapped for an international mission to take down a terrorist cult called Humarise, who believe that the increasing number of Quirks in the world will spell humanity’s doom.

This larger scope comes somewhat at the expense of smaller character moments that the previous two films excel at, but World Heroes’ Mission does well to solidify the series’ emerging powerhouse trio, Deku, Bakugo, and the moody, ‘half-hot, half-cold’ Shoto Todoroki.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next (2024)

Unlike the previous three films that can be seen as standalone entries, You’re Next follows directly on from the third season of the TV anime, dealing with the fallout of its central conflict, as well as All Might’s decisive battle against the franchise’s overarching villain, All For One.

This gives rise to You’re Next’s Big Bad, a self-styled dark reflection of All Might’s status as the Symbol of Peace, creating an intimately personal adversary for his protege Deku. As a demonstration of Deku’s myriad abilities at this point, what the fourth My Hero Academia film lacks in characterisation and plot, it makes up for as an action-packed spectacle.   

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (2025-present)

The first of a handful of manga spinoffs to receive an anime adaptation, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes focuses on the fringe heroes and villains of the My Hero Academia world beyond its academies and Pro Hero system.  

Set a few years before the events of the main story, Vigilantes’ main protagonist is Koichi Haimawari, an unlicensed hero who tries to make a positive difference despite having a less-than-enviable Quirk. Cameos from the original series are cute additions, but Vigilantes shines in its own right by offering a fresh perspective on a familiar world.

'My Hero Academia' Detailed Watch Order

• My Hero Academia Season 1
• Save! Rescue Training (OVA)
• My Hero Academia Season 2
• Training of the Dead (OVA)
• My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018)
• My Hero Academia Season 3
• All Might Rising (OVA)
• My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019)
• My Hero Academia Season 4
• Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training, Part 1 (OVA)
• Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training, Part 2 (OVA)
• My Hero Academia Season 5
• My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission (2021)
• Departure (OVA)
• My Hero Academia Season 6
• HLB <Hero League Baseball> (OVA)
• Laugh! As If You Are in Hell (OVA)
• UA Heroes Battle (OVA)
• My Hero Academia Season 7
• My Hero Academia: You’re Next (2024)
• A Piece of Cake (OVA)
• My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 1  

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Counting every music video, TV show, and movie, Nicole Kidman has amassed somewhere in the region of 100 credits over the course of her incomparable career. It’s a body of work that now spans over four decades—not that anyone could tell. She is, in many ways, the reigning queen of cinema. When Kidman says that “heartbreak feels good in a place like this,” we listen.

With five more projects scheduled for release in 2026, there’s no sign of the actor slowing down. But for now, we’ve whittled that daunting back catalogue down to some of her best role. Here are the 10 best Nicole Kidman movies, ranked in ascending order, and where to watch them online.

The Hours (2002)

With its Pulitzer Prize winning source material, literary themes, Miramax backing, and relentless Philip Glass score, The Hours might be the most egregious example of Oscar bait this side of the millennium. Still, despite some stronger nominations over the years, it remains Kidman’s only win at the Academy Awards. The film focuses on three different women (Meryl Streep and Julianne Moore round out a formidable cast) in three different eras, but Kidman’s performance as Virginia Woolf stands out—even in spite of the infamous prosthetic nose.

The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)

After a bold turn in Park Chan-wook’s Stoker in 2013, Kidman spent a few years making middlebrow fare before a string of interesting choices in the later part of the decade. This began in 2017, a year in which the actor appeared in Jane Campion’s Top of The Lake and Sofia Coppola’s The Beguiled. Best of all was her incredible turn opposite a young Barry Keoghan—including one hair-raising sequence in which she kisses the young actor’s feet—in Greek weird-waver Yorgos Lanthimos’s The Killing of a Sacred Deer that left the most indelible mark. As Anna, the increasingly desperate matriarch of a family terrorized by Keoghan’s possibly telekinetic sociopath, Kidman gives a performance of daring commitment.

Margot at the Wedding (2007)

The late ‘00s was not a golden era for Nicole Kidman, with extravagant productions like Nine, Australia and The Golden Compass failing to connect with audiences. One movie that stands out from that unusual period is Margot at The Wedding, in which Kidman played the title role. A writer returning home for her sister’s nuptials, Margot is self-involved to the point of being cruel, but Kidman, in a wonderfully against-type performance, treats her as a human being and makes her almost empathetic. Noah Baumbach’s follow-up to The Squid and the Whale is still his most challenging film, but it’s a challenge that the actor rises to.

The Paperboy (2012)

Say what you want about Keoghan’s feet or Harris Dickinson’s glass of milk, The Paperboy still feels like Kidman’s most notorious role. The plot follows a reporter (Matthew McConaughey) covering a story about an alligator hunter who finds himself on death row for killing a corrupt cop. Kidman plays a woman hoping to marry the doomed man once he’s been exonerated. Along the way, she catches the eye of the reporter’s brother, played by Zac Efron. The film has attained cult status, but audiences at the time didn’t quite know what to make of the age gap between Kidman and Efron, not least the moment when her character urinated on his jellyfish sting. Were it released today, the memes would be unavoidable.

The Others (2001)

Kidman’s admirable sense of adventure over the course of her career has led to her working not only in a wide variety of genres but also with an enviable range of filmmakers. It’s especially endearing how often she’s lent that star power to international directors looking to make the jump to English language filmmaking. We’ve already mentioned Lanthimos and Chan-wook on this list, but Alejandro Amenábar deserves credit for giving Kidman a lead role and letting her run with it. In his mid-century gothic horror The Others, Kidman plays a mother of two photosensitive kids who start to believe their house is haunted. Kidman’s committed performance would earn her one of two Golden Globe nominations the following year. More on the other one very shortly.

Eyes Wide Shut (1999)

Even without knowledge of her highly publicized divorce from Tom Cruise, there would still be so much to unpack about Kidman’s wonderfully strange performance in Eyes Wide Shut. As the wife of Cruise’s libidinally entranced New York doctor, Kidman is at her most alluring and elusive. The movie was Stanley Kubrick’s last as director (he died a few weeks before the premier) and took a record 100 days to film, a detail that makes Kidman and Cruise’s unusually stilted line readings all the more interesting to examine. The sequence in which Kidman dances to “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” in front of a mirror remains one of her most iconic.

Moulin Rouge! (2001)

Newly single and sitting atop the UK charts (for a duet with Robbie Williams), Kidman ended 2001 on a song, but the best was still to come. A few months earlier, she enjoyed her first of many red carpet premieres at the Cannes Film Festival as the star of Baz Luhrmann’s Moulin Rouge!, in which she dazzled as Satine, a singer at the famous Parisian nightclub who catches the eye of Ewan McGregor’s broke poet. The role earned Kidman her first nomination for Best Actress at the 2002 Academy Awards, where she eventually lost to Halle Berry. Monster’s Ball might have won that battle, but Luhrmann’s musical undoubtedly won the war.

To Die For (1995)

How’s this for a sliding doors moment: The first great film in the Kidman-verse was originally offered to Meg Ryan, but, for some reason, the When Harry Met Sally actor turned it down. What luck. By 1995, Kidman had achieved fame with roles in Days of Thunder and Far and Away, playing opposite her future husband Tom Cruise, but it was Gus Van Sant’s To Die For that took her career to the next level. Working on a script from Hollywood heavyweight Buck Henry, who had been inspired by the then budding concept of televised courtroom trials, Kidman steals the show as a woman who is willing to do whatever it takes to become famous.

Dogville (2003)

Few actors have enjoyed the kind of run that Nicole Kidman went on at the beginning of the century. Two years on from the success of Moulin Rouge!, and just months after winning Best Actress at the Oscars, Kidman returned to Cannes, in competition for the first time, with Lars von Trier’s Dogville: a Brechtian production with barely any sets that left the actors with everything to do. The cast contained Lauren Bacall, James Caan, Stellan Skarsgård, Ben Gazzara, and Patricia Clarkson, but Kidman more than held her own. For further confirmation of her 2003 aura, check out the footage of her sparking up a cig with Skarsgård during the film’s press conference in Cannes, a moment of pure, messy, ‘00s swag.

Birth (2004)

It feels kind of strange putting Birth on the top of this list given how much it borrows from Eyes Wide Shut, but then again, so much of Jonathan Glazer’s early work owes a debt to Stanley Kubrick. Regardless, more than 20 years since its release, Birth remains a uniquely beguiling film. Kidman plays a wealthy New York widow who is visited on her birthday by a 10-year-old boy who claims to be her dead husband. (Can you imagine how jealous M. Night Shyamalan must have been of that idea?) Kidman, resplendent in a pixie cut, carries the film’s provocative sense of wonder in her fleeting expressions. The slow zoom shot at the opera, during which the actor’s face does an agonized dance between fear, panic, and ecstatic acceptance, is the best moment so far in her storied career.

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Since his comic book debut in 1962, Marvel’s Hulk has remained one of its most recognisable characters. His origin story takes after Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, with scientist Bruce Banner gaining the ability to transform into The Hulk through exposure to gamma radiation, a change subsequently triggered by rage. 

Hulk has appeared in numerous animated and live-action shows since the mid-60s, but it wasn’t until 2003 that he finally burst onto the big screen in his own feature film. Despite becoming a core part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he’s only starred in two solo films. So, for this ranking of every Hulk movie, we’ll also be including live-action theatrical films in which he plays a significant role. (Notable exceptions are Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, whose large ensemble casts don’t allow the character enough screen time.)

Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

With a decent start and a lukewarm follow-up, Thor: Ragnarok is arguably where the Thor films find their footing, and Banner/Hulk plays a key part in that. Having disappeared at the end of Age of Ultron, Hulk surprises Thor in an alien, gladiatorial arena, an environment that has allowed his monstrous side to flourish, even becoming more verbose.

Thor draws Banner back out so the two sides can achieve a greater equilibrium and finds common ground with them in being displaced from their homeworlds. Hulk is also able to let loose on a powerful fire giant, making Ragnarok a fantastic showcase of both the character’s strength and internal strife. 

The Avengers (2012)

In what remains a high point for the MCU, the first Avengers movie, The Avengers, is a masterclass in superhero team-up storytelling, including Hulk’s inclusion (recast from Edward Norton to Mark Ruffalo). Banner’s intelligence shines next to industrialist Tony Stark, but it’s the sheer terror of such an unstoppable force that makes The Avengers a great Hulk movie.

When villain Loki plays the newly formed team against each other, Hulk is an essential lynchpin, hunting a rattled Black Widow through a confined area that makes him dangerous on a more intimate level. On the flipside, Banner has a trick up his sleeve for the final battle that turns the tables on the Asgardian god.

Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

The second Avengers film is a more mixed bag compared to the first, but James Spader’s performance as the titular supercomputer villain and some fan-favourite character moments between the team still make it a strong franchise entry. 

As a Hulk movie, Age of Ultron is notable for establishing a romantic relationship between Banner (Ruffalo) and Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow. An unusual and somewhat controversial pairing, it brings out both of their vulnerable sides, leading to an emotionally fraught conclusion. 

The Incredible Hulk (2008)

The second solo Hulk film, and the second MCU film, The Incredible Hulk stars Edward Norton in the title role. Banner is forced to go on the run from General Thaddeus Ross, who outwardly wants to prevent Hulk from rampaging and hurting his daughter, Banner’s love interest, Betty. Secretly, he also wants to harness Hulk’s incredible power.

As Banner learns to control the beast inside, Ross sends a relentless mercenary after him, culminating in a seismic tete-a-tete. While the ending feels a bit like two CG action figures being smashed together, Norton’s performance and Banner’s sympathetic characterisation still make it a fun watch.

Hulk (2003)

Although not technically an MCU movie, Ang Lee’s Hulk has perhaps aged better over time, but fans will always cite this as how not to make a comic book movie. With Eric Bana as Banner/Hulk, something the film does reasonably well is delve into the roots of Banner’s anger: his father, with whom he had a volatile relationship.

Lee’s background crafting wuxia classics like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon translates to an experimental editing style, recreating comic book panel transitions. This literal interpretation of the source material’s format is more perplexing than it is engaging, sadly.  

Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

While Brave New World is the fourth Captain America movie, it’s very much a two-hander. In it, Anthony Mackie’s Cap squares up against Red Hulk, a longtime foil for Banner/Hulk, partly because he can match Hulk in power and partly because Red Hulk is Thaddeus Ross (played by Harrison Ford).

These missing pieces gut the impact of Ross/Red Hulk’s long-awaited debut. The justification for pitting the newly elected President Ross against the new Captain America draws on Sam Wilson being imprisoned under Ross’ Sokovia Accords, but the latter’s transformation is largely fueled by internal regret toward other events and characters not in the film. Cap’s conflict with Ross, therefore, never feels as bitter as his fallout with Iron Man in Captain America: Civil War, resulting in a limp, disengaging climax. 

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Love Is Blind has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique approach to dating and relationships. Since its 2020 debut on Netflix, eight international versions have been released with plenty more on the way. Each adaptation brings its own unique twist and cultural perspective to the original concept—pairing singles who connect mentally and emotionally before ever laying eyes on each other, and then seeing how they navigate the complexities of love in real life. Ultimately, the series is a fascinating social experiment that tries to answer the timeless question, is love really blind? 

Check out the JustWatch guide below to find every version of Love Is Blind in order and where they are currently available to stream. 

Love Is Blind (2020-present)

The original US version of Love Is Blind was released in 2020 on Netflix and quickly became one of the most beloved reality dating shows in the world. The series is hosted by former 98 Degrees lead singer Nick Lachey and his wife and TV presenter, model, and actor Vanessa Lachey. The series’ production quality, lavish locations, and balanced presentation of both the drama and sincerity in the search for love have continued to capture audiences worldwide for eight seasons and counting.

Love Is Blind: Brazil (2021-present)

Love Is Blind: Brazil was the first spin-off series and started airing in 2021, hosted by the sizzling power couple Camila Queiroz and Klebber Toledo. The Brazilian version harbors one of the most diverse casts in Love Is Blind history, featuring a rich variety of people of different body types and races—and plenty of frank discussions about the latter. The series also features some truly incredible locations for anyone in need of travelspiration.

Love Is Blind: Japan (2022-present)

Love Is Blind: Japan was one of the first international spin-offs to be released. It premiered back in 2022 and is hosted by actor Yuka Itaya and comedian Takashi Fujii. The Japanese version of Love Is Blind is one of the series’ deepest, with participants sincerely trying to understand each other in order to forge a profound connection. This version also includes one of the series’ most beloved couples across all versions, Ryotaro and Motomi, who captured hearts around the globe by sending each other handwritten notes.

Love Is Blind: Sweden (2024-present)

The Swedish version of Love Is Blind debuted its first season in 2024 and is hosted by TV presenter and reporter Jessica Almenäs, who is the first to take on the job solo. Love Is Blind: Sweden features some stunning yet subtle Scandinavian design, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know how to bring the drama too!

Love Is Blind: Mexico (2024-present)

Love Is Blind: Mexico debuted its first season in 2024 and is hosted by comedian, actor, and singer Omar Chaparro and his wife, Lucy Ruiz de la Peña. Although it’s only had one season so far, Love Is Blind: Mexico has already established its reputation as one of the most drama-filled versions yet, with couples breaking up suddenly only to reconnect later—not to mention the ever escalating rivalries.

Love Is Blind: UK (2024-present)

Love Is Blind: UK premiered its first season on Netflix in 2024. The series is hosted by broadcaster Emma Willis and her husband, Matt Willis, a TV presenter, actor, and former bassist and singer for the band Busted. As you might expect, Love Is Blind: UK has some of the best banter and creative slang of any version. While the UK has plenty of drama-filled dating reality series like Love Island and Married at First Sight, the UK version of LIB is full of unexpected twists that’ll capture the interest of any reality series fan.

Love Is Blind: Habibi (2024-present)

Love Is Blind: Habibi takes place in the United Arab Emirates and first debuted in 2024. The series is hosted by the powerhouse acting couple Elham Ali and Khaled Saqr. Habibi provides a fascinating look into dating and marriage in the UAE while not falling into cultural stereotypes. The series also does away with the bed-sharing aspect of the co-habitation phase. 

Love Is Blind: Argentina (2024-present)

Love Is Blind: Argentina first premiered on Netflix in 2024 and is hosted by football agent and model Wanda Nara and TV presenter, actor, and comedian Darío Barassi. The Argentinean version of Love Is Blind brings a strong-willed group of participants who don’t always follow the structure of the series but definitely show how the course of love is often not linear. 

Love Is Blind: Germany (2025-present)

Love Is Blind: Germany debuted in 2025 and is hosted by TV presenters Steffi Brungs and her husband, Christian Wackert. Of all the Love Is Blind versions, Germany’s is the most heady, with many participants taking a more practical approach to finding love. This series, above all others, beautifully captures the eternal human struggle between heart and mind.

Coming Soon…

Three more versions of Love Is Blind are currently in the works, including:

• Love Is Blind: France
• Love Is Blind: Italy
• Love Is Blind: Netherlands

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DreamWork’s 2005 animated hit, Madagascar, follows a group of lovable talking animals as they journey from the Central Park Zoo to the wilds of Madagascar. Featuring an all-star voice cast—including Ben Stiller as the lion Alex, Chris Rock as Marty the zebra, David Schwimmer as the giraffe Melman, and Jada Pinkett-Smith as Gloria the hippo—Madagascar quickly became a growing franchise that includes two sequels, a TV series, and several short films.

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Madagascar (2005)

The first Madagascar film introduced audiences to the oddball crew of animals from the Central Park Zoo, including Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe, Gloria the hippo, and a gaggle of penguins intent on making their way to Antarctica. After the group manage to break out of the zoo, through a series of mishaps, they find themselves in Madagascar. Their next challenge is to settle into their new home in the wild with a host of new animals—all while maintaining their friendships despite their differences.

The Madagascar Penguins in a Christmas Caper (2005)

After the success of Madagascar, DreamWorks quickly conjured up an 11-minute short film in time for Christmas that same year. The Madagascar Penguins in a Christmas Caper sees the group of penguins go on a rescue mission after one of their number goes missing over Christmas. 

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)

In 2008, the next official Madagascar sequel was released, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa. This sequel brings back the full voice cast and sees Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria decide to return to New York, only to get derailed in a Kenyan nature reserve. There, they find many others of their same species, which seems like a dream come true at first, until they realise the new community comes with its own hierarchies and challenges.

Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (2012)

In 2012, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted was released, this time taking the animals on an adventure through Europe. Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman are still determined to reach New York City, and together, with the penguins and a more prominently featured King Julien XIII (voiced by Sacha Baron Cohen), they wind up traveling with a circus to get across the European continent while being relentlessly pursued by head of Monaco’s Animal Control Service, Captain Chantel DuBois (voiced by none other than Frances McDormand).

Madly Madagascar (2013)

The Valentine’s Day short Madly Madagascar sees all of the beloved animals return to the watering hole. King Julien (now voiced by Danny Jacobs) discovers a love potion and offers it to animals, leading to all manner of romantic shenanigans.

Penguins of Madagascar (2014)

The penguin side characters in Madagascar have always been just as beloved by fans as the core crew of Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman, and in Penguins of Madagascar, they finally get their time in the spotlight. This spin-off film shows the penguins’ origin story, starting in Antarctica and taking them on a wild adventure around the world with Circus Zaragoza. Along the way, the penguins must band together to stop a sinister plot hatched by the vengeful octopus Dave.

All Hail King Julien: New Year's Eve Countdown and Happy Birthday to You (2017)

In 2014, DreamWorks released a spin-off television series focused on King Julien called All Hail King Julien. The series ran from 2014 to 2017, and in 2017 DreamWorks released two short films related to the series called All Hail King Julien: New Year’s Eve Countdown and All Hail King Julien: Happy Birthday to You. The New Year’s Countdown is a three-minute video featuring King Julien and the other animals in Madagascar partying and getting ready to count down to midnight. Meanwhile, Happy Birthday to You is a one-minute short featuring King Julien’s mishap with a birthday cake candle.

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With Brad Pitt in the driving seat, Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem in the pit, Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski at the controls, and Jerry Bruckheimer and the great Lewis Hamilton rounding out the crew, everything looks precisely calibrated for F1 to be one of the best movies of the summer. Petrol-heads looking for a warm up, or even to go another lap, can use our guide below to find the 10 best racing movies and where to watch them online. 

Rush (2013)

Daniel Brühl was unlucky to miss out on an Academy Award nomination for his career best performance as Niki Lauda, the Ferrari legend, in this gripping period movie from director Ron Howard. Rush is set largely during the fateful 1976 Formula 1 season, focusing on the rivalry and begrudging respect between Lauda, a spiky but principled Austrian, and James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth), a handsome but cocky Englishman. 

Ford v Ferrari (2019)

Ferrari once again play the antagonists in James Mangold’s surprisingly moving account of the Ford racing team’s attempt to end a period of Italian dominance at the 24 hours of Le Mans. Set in 1966, Ford v Ferrari follows the prickly but endearing friendship between Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon), a retired champ turned designer, and the maverick race car driver, Ken Miles (Christian Bale).

Senna (2010)

Looking back on it now, it’s hard to imagine the likes of Rush, F1, or Drive to Survive even existing without this essential essayistic documentary from Asif Kapadia. Forgoing the use of interviews and talking heads, Senna details the life, brilliance, and tragic death of the Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna, a three-time winner of the F1 championship, and elevates the sport into something approaching art.

Speed Racer (2008)

Any movie bold enough to do its own thing and loud enough to stick around for a while will always get reassessed sooner or later. Enter the Wachowski sisters’ Speed Racer, a dazzling, digital sugar-rush (or headache, depending on the viewer) that baffled audiences and critics on release but has recently acquired low-key cult status. Based on a Japanese anime from the 1960s, the film stars Emile Hirsch as a plucky young driver looking to follow in his brothers footsteps by racing against the crooked Royalton industries team.

Gran Turismo (2023)

F1 director Joseph Kosinski was originally on board to direct this loose adaptation of Jann Mardenborough’s real life journey from online GT gamer to professional racecar driver. The job eventually fell to Neill Blomkamp, director of District 9, who does a fine job on the race scenes and, thanks to a fine performance from David Harbour, a decent job with everything else. It’s far from perfect, but Gran Turismo is a solid, no-nonsense sports movie.

Ferrari (2023)

It felt inevitable that Michael Mann (lover of all things slick, complex, and potentially dangerous) would eventually make a racing film. Enter Ferrari. This soulful biopic stars Adam Driver as the legendary designer and car manufacturer Enzo Ferrari as he deals with mourning and possible bankruptcy in the leadup to a fateful Mille Miglia in 1957.

Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006)

Adam McKay and Will Ferrell’s second collaboration is still one of the funniest things they’ve ever done. Talladega Nights stars Ferrell as Ricky Bobby, a championship NASCAR driver who suffers a crash and must overcome his demons to get back on the track. Some of the jokes haven’t aged as well as others, but just two years before reteaming on Step Brothers, the Ferrell and John C. Reilly double-act is in its prime.

Logan Lucky (2017)

The nominatively determined Adam Driver features for a second time on this list as one half of the Logan brothers in Steven Soderberg’s NASCAR heist movie. In terms of style, Logan Lucky was never going to compare to anything in the director’s snare-tight Oceans series, but with Channing Tatum, Daniel Criag, and Riley Keough rounding out a charismatic team, it has a good time trying.

The Final Destination (2009)

Most people seem to believe that David R. Ellis’ The Final Destination is the weakest installment in the series. They are wrong. Look no further than the incredible NASCAR-set opening sequence, which seems like such an obvious and fruitful place for gnarly decapitations that it’s only surprising it took the franchise four films to dream it up. 

Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Perhaps it’s cheating, but anyone with a need for more speed after seeing Joseph Kosinski’s latest film could do far worse than revisiting its predecessor, Top Gun: Maverick. Reprising one of his most famous roles, Tom Cruise stars as a Navy pilot who must take to the skies for one last mission (at least for now). See it big and loud. 

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For almost 30 years now, Tom Cruise has been entertaining audiences with death-defying stunts and world-saving escapades in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Sadly, Ethan Hunt’s adventures are now over with Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning bringing the series to a close, but that doesn’t have to be the end of the action.

Whether it’s the man on a mission trope, or bombastic, explosive chaos you’re into, there are decades of brilliant action movies to explore. From super spies and superheroes to AI annihilation and apocalyptic wastelands, we’ve compiled a list of the best action franchises to watch for anyone who loves Mission: Impossible, and we can also tell you where to stream them all.

John Wick

There’s a good chance that even Ethan Hunt would cower in the shadows if the Baba Yaga ever came to hunt him down. If this were a contest to find the most dangerous man on the planet, there’s a good chance that the John Wick movies would give us the winner. 

The great thing about this franchise is there are four movies starring Keanu Reeves as the titular hitman, and they become more and more bonkers and brutal with each installment. Plus, there’s a new spin-off, Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas, which is just as slick and action-packed as the main quadrilogy.

Bourne

There are a lot of similarities between Ethan Hunt and Jason Bourne; both are highly-trained, highly-dangerous government weapons who have a tendency to go against the grain from time to time. From The Bourne Identity through to Jason Bourne, Matt Damon has wowed audiences with his gritty espionage movies, and they’re perfect for anyone who loves Mission: Impossible.

While the Tom Cruise franchise has taken things to dizzying heights with its last few entries, the Bourne series has always kept things slightly more grounded, but these movies are still just as thrilling and fun as their chaotic cousin.

James Bond

So, what do you do if the likes of Wick, Bourne, and Hunt are a little too roguish for your tastes? Well, if you want something a bit more refined and professional, there’s no one better suited for the mission than James Bond.

The one thing to note here is, you’re in for the long haul if you want to watch every entry in the 007 franchise; there are 25 movies, from 1962’s Dr. No, starring Sean Connery, right through to 2021’s No Time to Die, which brought Daniel Craig’s fantastic run as Bond to an end.

Fast & Furious

Just like Mission: Impossible, these movies have ramped up the scale of things and become more and more ludicrous as time has gone by. The Fast and the Furious kicked things off way back in 2001 with a fairly simple story of street crime and stolen DVD players. By the time you get to Fast X, though, the crew have been to space, which tells you all you need to know about the direction this franchise has gone in.

It’s impossible not to love it all, though. They may be silly and incredibly over-the-top, but that’s what action movies are all about, right?

The Terminator

By the end of the Mission: Impossible saga, the threat of global destruction at the hands of an evil AI becomes the core storyline. But, this is nothing new, as Arnold Schwarzenegger and James Cameron can attest to with The Terminator franchise.

The first movie in the series is almost like a slasher movie, with Arnie’s titular robotic menace on the loose, but Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a bona fide action movie classic. Not only does it flip the narrative entirely, but it also introduces Robert Patrick as T-1000, who could be the greatest movie villain of all time.

The Matrix

Keanu Reeves isn’t just a deadly assassin, he’s also a messianic hero who saves the world from annihilation in The Matrix. This astounding creation from the Wachowski sisters is an incredible blend of action and science fiction, with an epic story of distorted realities, robotic overlords, and superhuman kung-fu battles.

The original trilogy is regarded as one of the best collections of the modern era within both genres, and fans were treated to a fourth installment almost 20 years later with The Matrix Resurrections in 2021. You’re unlikely to find action sequences quite as stylish as you get from this mind-blowing franchise.

Mad Max

If you ever wondered what might happen if Ethan Hunt ever failed in his missions, you only have to look at the apocalyptic world we are left with in Mad Max to realise how far civilisation could fall. From brutal revenge on the backroads of Australia to all-out despair in the desert, this franchise has been through a strange evolution over time.

These films are weird, there’s no denying it. But, with Mad Max: Fury Road and the more recent prequel, Furiosa, you have two of the most slick, stunning action movies of the last decade. 

Rambo

How many times have we seen Ethan Hunt defy all the odds and the rules and still come out on top? Well, if that’s the kind of vibe you’re after, the Rambo franchise will be right up your street. Indeed, this Sylvester Stallone franchise is, at its best, a fascinating study of masculinity, while also being absolutely ridiculous and bombastic with its more recent entries.

With varying degrees of quality, the franchise requires real dedication toward the end, but with 1982’s First Blood, you get a genuinely thrilling, gritty, intriguing action flick with a strong message at its core.

Jack Ryan

Diving into the Jack Ryan franchise is a surefire win for anyone craving more gun-toting government officials and globe-trotting adventures post-Mission: Impossible. While the modern TV show and the 2014, Chris Pine-led Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit are more glossy and forgettable, you cannot go wrong with the old ‘90s flicks.

In fact, just like James Bond, the Jack Ryan series has been through a few different lead actors. From The Hunt for Red October-starring Alec Baldwin to the brilliant Patriot Games and Clear and Present Danger with Harrison Ford in the titular role, through to Ben Affleck’s one-film appearance in The Sum of All Fears, Jack Ryan is the gift that keeps on giving.

Batman

Ethan Hunt may be the living manifestation of destiny, but no action hero is cooler than Batman. He’s gone from the pages of your favourite comic books to being one of the biggest stars of the silver screen across a number of different movies, but one thing remains the same; badass action, cool weapons, and devilish villains.

From the more zany Batman of 1989 and Tim Burton’s follow-up, Batman Returns, right through to Christopher Nolan’s impeccable Dark Knight trilogy and the latest version, Matt Reeves’ The Batman, there are so many different styles and takes on this iconic hero. Whatever it is you want from an action movie, you’re sure to find it somewhere in the Batman collection.

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Around the start of the 1980s, a group of directors who’d grown up on classic Hollywood movies and neo-noir began making a new kind of cinema where the only thing more costly than the suits were the characters’ romantic affairs. By the end of the decade, these stylish, provocative, and erotic thrillers were among the most profitable films in Hollywood, but they soon went out of fashion with the rise of the Internet and all the things that people were suddenly able to watch in the privacy of their own homes. With recent movies like Deep Water and Babygirl suggesting another revival, we’ve rounded up the 10 best erotic thrillers of all time. 

In the interest of variety—and with respect to Adrian Lyne, Paul Schrader, Paul Verhoeven, Brian De Palma, and the rest—we decided to limit our selection to one film per director. They are listed in chronological order, based on release date.

American Gigolo (1980)

Arriving on screens at the start of the decade, American Gigolo introduced Richard Gere and kick-started Paul Schrader’s career as a director, but the movie’s style (all those synths and Armani suits) might have left the biggest mark on the cultural zeitgeist. The plot already contains many of the genre’s most well-worn tropes, with Gere playing a sex worker who becomes wrongfully accused of murder after one of his clients is found dead. 

Body Heat (1981)

After making his name as a screenwriter on Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Empire Strikes Back, Lawrence Kasdan moved to directing with Body Heat, a dangerously humid twist on the neo noir. Set in Miami, the story follows a dubious lawyer (William Hurt), who begins an affair with a married woman (Kathleen Turner) and eventually hatches a plan to kill her wealthy husband. A Hollywood classicist, Kasdan had set out to remake Double Indemnity but instead delivered a blueprint and high watermark for a budding new genre.

Body Double (1984)

Director Brian De Palma helped to invent the erotic thriller in 1980 with Dressed to Kill, but Body Double (the Rear Window to that earlier movie’s Vertigo) feels like the fuller expression of his signature, leering tendencies. The plot follows an actor who agrees to housesit an insanely modernist home in the Hollywood Hills only to discover a beautiful woman in danger through a conspicuously placed telescope. Of course, he becomes obsessed, and of course—for not entirely selfless reasons—he decides to intervene. 

Fatal Attraction (1987)

No other actor is more central to the history of the erotic thriller than Michael Douglas, and his first foray into the genre, even if it hasn’t aged the best, remains one of the most infamous. Douglas plays a lawyer who has an affair with an editor while his family is out of town, only for the other woman (a brilliant Glenn Close) to become dangerously obsessed. Earning $320M on a $14M budget, Fatal Attraction confirmed the genre's remarkable profitability while scooping six nominations at the Academy Awards. If you’ve ever enjoyed a rabbit stew, you probably won’t enjoy one again. 

Dead Ringers (1988)

Is every David Cronenberg movie an erotic thriller? You could make the case, yet few fit the bill as seductively as this eerily sterile riff on the tale of the doppelgänger. Dead Ringers stars Jeremy Irons in a duel role as twin gynaecologists Elliot and Beverly Mantle. One is a cynical womanizer who seduces their patients, the other is a mild-mannered man who occasionally falls in love. What could possibly go wrong?

Bitter Moon (1992)

By 1992, some filmmakers had already started to satirize the genre, none better than Roman Polanski’s still shocking Bitter Moon. The movie stars Hugh Grant as an upper-middle-class Englishman on a honeymoon cruise who becomes obsessed (that word again) with another woman on board. This affliction only grows more problematic as her husband (Peter Coyote) begins to regale him with the lurid story of their marriage. Grant’s famously flustered mannerisms, a kind of stand-in for the audience’s own performative outrage, have rarely been so caustically funny.

Basic Instinct (1992)

It was very tempting to go for Elle in this slot, director Paul Verhoeven’s more recent masterwork, but no list of erotic thrillers would complete without this iconic piece of ‘90s provocation. It says much about how our viewing habits have changed that Basic Instinct was, at that time, the fourth highest-grossing film of 1992—bettered at the box office only by Aladdin, Home Alone 2, and The Bodyguard. Michael Douglas stars again, this time as a detective who is seduced by the primary suspect in a murder case, a novelist famously played by Sharon Stone. 

Eyes Wide Shut (1999)

Kubrick dying four months before the premier, a record 400 days of shooting, 95 takes of Tom Cruise walking through a door, Cruise and Nicole Kidman’s disintegrating marriage... There was so much going on around the time of Eyes Wide Shut‘s release that it’s no surprise it took so long to be considered not only one of Kubrick’s best but a classic of the erotic thriller genre. The director’s dreamlike swansong, which follows a New York doctor (Cruise) down a late night rabbit hole of unfulfilled sexual desires, has never been more influential.

Stranger by The Lake (2013)

This modern classic of queer cinema picked up the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2013—an early sign that the genre had the potential to make a comeback. Stranger by the Lake takes place around a picturesque cruising spot in the French countryside, where a young man witnesses a murder but is already too consumed by the killer to stay away. A daring film about the limits of desire.

The Handmaiden (2016)

The most recent entry on our list comes from the South Korean master director Park Chan-wook. Brilliantly adapting Fingertips, Sarah Water’s Victorian era-set novel, to Japanese occupied Korea, The Handmaiden follows a pair of Korean con artists posing as a handmaiden and a count who plan to seduce a Japanese woman out of her substantial inheritance. Naturally, things don’t go exactly to plan. 

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When the first, uncanny trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog dropped in 2020, few could have predicted that five years later, we would still be talking about a Sonic Cinematic Universe. That original, weirdly toothy design (immortalised in the excellent Chip n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers) was dropped as fast as you could say “let’s do it to it” and the franchise has been on a roll ever since. Three films, three wildly entertaining Jim Carrey performances, one TV show, and plenty of box office later, the only weird thing is that it keeps getting better. 

With Sonic the Hedgehog 4 set for release in March 2027, here’s how to watch the Sonic Cinematic Universe in order. 

Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)

In the first Sonic movie, the universe’s fastest blue hedgehog (Ben Schwartz) is forced to flee his home planet, ending up in the town of Green Hills, Montana where his earnest attempts to integrate and become friends with a local sheriff (James Marsden) are hampered by the scheming Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey), an evil genius intent on stealing and harnessing his powers. 

Understandable given those last minute changes to Sonic’s design, but it took more than one outing for the movies to really find their footing. Still, there is plenty to enjoy here in Marsden and Schwartz’s odd-couple double-act, and Carrey’s energy is never less than infectious.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022)

Series director Jeff Fowler expanded on the world of the first film with Sonic the Hedgehog 2, introducing Tails, the Chaos Emeralds and, best of all, Idris Elba’s Knuckles, a strong, comically stoic echidna and the franchise’s first anti-hero. The plot follows Dr. Robotnik’s return from the mushroom planet, and his plan to steal the Chaos Emerald by convincing Knuckles to join his side. With Sheriff Tom and his partner Maddie out of town, Sonic quickly discovers that he still has much to learn. Stick around for the epic final battle. 

Knuckles (2024)

The first, and so far only, small screen diversion in the Sonic Cinematic Universe, Knuckles follows the crimson echidna’s struggle to adapt to life in Green Hills following the events of the second movie. Unsure of what to do with himself, he joins deputy sheriff Wade Whipple on a trip to a bowling tournament in Reno but is soon captured by some shady agents who are looking to sell him to an even shadier buyer. Come for the dizzying action scenes but stay for Christopher Lloyd as the voice of Knuckles’ elder, Chief Pachacamac, and Rory “The Hound” McCann as the series’ final boss.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)

Anyone who thought that Keanu Reeves might phone-in his performance as Shadow, Sonic’s doppelganger and the series’ most tragic anti-hero, probably doesn’t know enough about Keanu Reeves. The best film in the series, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 follows Robotnik’s efforts to, once again, weaponize one of Sonic’s would-be sidekicks. This leads Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles on a dangerous adventure that will take them all the way to Japan and even outer space. Carrey absolutely cooks in his third appearance as the supervillain, and Reeves is genuinely moving as the heartbroken Shadow. 

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More than 20 years on from the original animated Lilo & Stitch movie, young cinemagoers are now getting to experience a fresh take on the alien’s adventures in Hawaii thanks to the Lilo & Stitch live-action remake. Somehow, Disney has managed to nail this new interpretation of the classic story, despite the key character being a furry, feral critter from outer space. It shouldn’t work in live-action, but it does.

So, if watching that new Disney movie has got you hankering for more of the same, here are 10 cute alien movies to watch after Lilo & Stitch, plus details on where you can stream them. From ‘80s hits and ‘90s nostalgia to more recent underrated, animated gems, we’ve got plenty to keep the kids (and adults) occupied. 

Chicken Little (2005)

In a riff on the classic folk tale, this Disney flick has its titular character being the only one who seems to understand the severity of the situation as UFOs descend on planet Earth. In many ways, Chicken Little almost feels like a forgotten treat among the House of Mouse’s catalogue, but it’s a sweet, silly little movie that deserves your attention.

Sure, the animation style is slightly dated now, but that hardly matters when you embrace this little hero and his big story. It’s not flashy, and there’s no princess, but Disney B-movies can be just as much fun as the prime pictures.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)

Let’s be honest, you say cute alien movies, you think of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial immediately, right? There’s a good reason for that, too. This movie rocks! From the impressive design of the endearing alien at the heart of the story to the surprisingly emotional twists and turns in the tale with the magic of Steven Spielberg’s filmmaking, this is a bona fide classic in every single way.

You’ve very likely already seen E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, but if you’re reading this trying to find something to show your child after Lilo & Stitch, there is no better option, really.

Space Jam (1996)

OK, the caveat to this one is, the aliens involved are not that cute. In fact, they’re quite literally monsters. But, the slapstick comedy and silly vibes of the Looney Tunes ensemble keeps things light and child-friendly in this ‘90s cult classic. 

Space Jam gets a lot of hate these days, for some reason, but what’s not to like? Michael Jordan and Bill Murray play basketball with Bugs Bunny and his crew to defeat a team of no-good aliens doing the bidding of an evil, money-mad fiend voiced by Danny DeVito. If you’re not sold on that, we feel bad for you. 

Monsters vs. Aliens (2009)

DreamWorks Animation has put out some great stuff since the turn of the century, and while the likes of Shrek steal the headlines, there’s a lot to love about Monsters vs. Aliens. As the title suggests, there’s plenty of unusual characters and out-of-this-world action in this 2009 flick, and it’s all brought to life by a stellar voice cast, including Seth Rogen, Reese Witherspoon, and Hugh Laurie.

The stakes are high, but the film never loses sight of its playful approach to storytelling, with jokes aplenty and a great dynamic between the group of characters chosen to defend Earth from alien invaders.

Escape from Planet Earth (2013)

You’d be forgiven for never even hearing of this movie before, and we’re not about to sit here and tell you that Escape from Planet Earth is going to change your life or anything. But, will it pass 90 minutes for you and the family and leave you with a smile on your face? Absolutely.

It’s a fun twist on the idea of aliens coming to Earth, with these extraterrestrials desperate to stay away from our planet at all costs. Plus, any film that has Brendan Fraser voicing a cavalier hero called Scorch Supernova is worth the time of day, surely?

Home (2015)

In a similar vein to Escape from Planet Earth, 2015’s Home is another perfectly serviceable and fairly charming animated alien movie where the visit to the third rock from the sun is not exactly desirable. In fact, Oh (voiced by Jim Parsons), has been shunned from his home planet and is forced to seek refuge on Earth.

There, he meets Tip (voiced by Rihanna), and the pair go on a daring quest to salvage Oh’s reputation and find Tip’s missing mother. It’s cute, has a great soundtrack, and again, will only take up about 90 minutes of your day. 

The Iron Giant (1999)

Now we’re talking. The Iron Giant is not only probably the best film on this list, it’s one of the best animated movies of all time. Expanding on the impeccable short story from Ted Hughes, this Brad Bird effort is a film brimming with life and love and tonnes of heart. 

Young Hogarth Hughes encounters the titular alien robot (voiced with a surprising amount of emotional weight by Vin Diesel), and the pair prove what it really means to be a hero, and a friend. The Iron Giant is a sublime piece of animation; it’ll make you laugh, smile, cry, and imbue you with a sense of adventure. It’s sheer movie magic.

A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon (2019)

Anyone who’s familiar with the Wallace and Gromit movies will know all about this cheeky little sheep, and he’s not done too bad after stepping out of the shadow of those Aardman Animation stalwarts, either. 

The first movie in this series was great fun, and the follow-up, A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon, is equally full of warmth and humour, but it also ramps up the stakes with a full-scale alien invasion. Luckily, Shaun and his flock are on hand to save the day but not after causing plenty of mischief with their new, alien friends.

Flight of the Navigator (1986)

A childhood staple for many growing up in the ‘80s, Flight of the Navigator offers up all those warm, Amblin vibes that we know and love from that era. It’s full of charm and evokes that adventurous spirit that any great, child-friendly sci-fi movie needs to have.

Anyone who’s a fan of Paul Reuben’s work as Pee Wee Herman will love this, too, as his energy helps to bring a sense of levity to proceedings. More than anything, though, this movie is just an astounding achievement in visual effects and production design, especially for its time.

Muppets from Space (1999)

It is always an absolute delight to be in the presence of the Muppets, and Muppets from Space is no exception to that. While this late ‘90s flick has all the usual quirks and endearing qualities we’ve come to expect from Jim Henson’s creations, it’s refreshing for this story to give Gonzo the spotlight for once, as he hopes to find out more about his origins.

That journey of self-discovery takes him through outer space, encountering all kinds of weird and wonderful creatures along the way. It’s absolutely madcap at times, from talking sandwiches to covert government experiments, but that’s what we love about the Muppets.

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In 1999, The Matrix changed movies forever, but who could have imagined how fast the franchise would grow? Just four years later, the Wachowskis returned with the near simultaneous release of two sequels, an animated anthology series, and a narratively expansive computer game. Fans then had to wait almost two decades for the next installment—not that too many people vibed with it. 

With a fifth sequel (from director Drew Goddard) now reportedly in the works, we’ve rounded up every film and TV show from The Matrix Universe. Here’s how to watch all The Matrix movies and TV shows in chronological order. 

The Second Renaissance Part I & 2 - The Animatrix (2003)

Released in tandem with The Matrix Reloaded in the summer of 2003, The Animatrix blew the world of the Wachowski’s creation wide open with a series of nine animated short films, each by a different director and in a different style. None did more to deepen the lore than the two-part “The Second Renaissance” by the Ghibli trained director Mahiro Maeda. It’s an unmissable historical account from the early days of AI and the rise of the machines all the way up to humanity’s decision to blot out of the sun and the early versions of the Matrix itself. In typically subversive fashion, humanity is its own worst enemy in a story that casts the plight of the machines as a struggle for civil rights.

A Detective Story - The Animatrix (2003)

“A Detective Story” is set just before the events of the first movie, following a man who tracks down Trinity online with the help of some references to Lewis Carroll. They meet on a train where she removes his bug just as three agents appear. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the legendary creator of Cowboy Bebop, and presented in a black and white aesthetic that pays homage to film noir, “A Detective Story” is one of the most stylish shorts in The Animatrix.

The Matrix (1999)

The Matrix is the source code of The Matrix Universe and the moment where it all began. Keanu Reeves’ Neo, Laurence Fishburne’s Morpheus, and Hugo Weaving’s Agent Smith have been guiding audiences down the rabbit hole for nearly three decades. Thanks to its prescient ideas, breathless action, and practical effects, the movie holds up perfectly. It’s impossible to describe how mind-bending the Matrix felt in 1999, you had to see it for yourself.

Kid’s Story - The Animatrix (2003)

Watanabe’s second entry in The Animatrix, “A Kid’s Story” provides the origin story for Kid, the sweet but slightly annoying fanboy who is freed with Neo’s help but without the use of a red pill. Played by Clayton Watson in the sequels, Kid might not be everyone’s favorite Matrix character, but Watanabe’s surreal and dreamlike short offers an intriguing introduction to the process of self-substantiation.

Final Flight of the Osiris - The Animatrix (2003)

As the only short in The Animatrix to use CG animation, appearing like a very good early 2000s computer game cut-scene, Andy Jones’ “Final Flight of the Osiris” hasn’t aged quite so well as other episodes in the series—even if the retro feel scores some nostalgia points. As a prologue to The Matrix Reloaded, establishing the sentinels’ drilling position over Zion, it’s also fine if not essential.

The Matrix Reloaded (2003)

The best and most ambitious of the Matrix sequels, The Matrix Reloaded offers the sugar rush of getting to see just what Neo is capable of as The One. The opening scene and the highway chase rank among the best action sequences in the series, and with The Architect, the Twins, and Monica Bellucci’s Persephone, there are a host of new and memorable characters to meet.

Beyond - The Animatrix (2003)

A beautiful children’s story set in some kind of Neo Tokyo, “Beyond” follows a girl, named Yoko, who stumbles upon a haunted house while trying to find her cat. We know that the unusual occurrences in the building (including broken objects that reassemble themselves and areas without gravity) are glitches in the Matrix, but director Kōji Morimoto (who worked on Akira) frames Yoko’s journey as a tragic tale of lost innocence.

World Record - The Animatrix (2003)

The second Animatrix short to explore self-substantiation is one of the best entries in the franchise. Takeshi Koike’s “World Record” tells the story of a 100m sprinter at the summer Olympics who begins to think, while running a record time mid-race, that reality might not be all it seems. The image of three agents failing to keep up with him is such a good metaphor for the possibilities of self-belief, it’s amazing that the executives at Nike didn’t get there first. 

Program - The Animatrix (2003)

Set almost entirely in a training exercise, Yoshiaki Kawajiri’s “Program” has style to burn. It focuses on Cis, who battles a samurai named Duo across the tiled rooftops of a beautifully crafted feudal Japan. In terms of story, it’s one of the lighter episodes of The Animatrix, but Kawajiri more than makes up for it with the sheer propulsive energy of his animations.

The Matrix Revolutions (2003)

One easy way to check the quality of a Matrix movie is to ask how much time the characters spend in the “real world.” Released just six months after Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions mainly focuses on the battle for Zion and Neo’s death match with a now all-powerful Smith. Revolutions has its charms (who can forget Trinity peaking above the clouds), but it’s weirdly low on the innovative stuff that made fans fall in love with the series in the first place.

Matriculated - The Animatrix (2003)

Æon Flux creator Peter Chung is the mind behind this story of robot rehabilitation. “Matriculated” involves a group of rebels who are trying to reprogram machines to help fight in the war. In order to do so, they plug them in and have them experience human emotions, all in the hope of sparking some kind of machine-learned empathy. It’s a neat science fiction idea told through Chung’s unique visual language.

The Matrix Resurrections (2021)

Eighteen years after Revolutions, Lana Wachowski went out on her own with The Matrix Resurrections, a film that feels more like a meta-attempt at trolling sequel-hungry studio bosses than a true addition to the saga. High on concept but unusually uninspired in its action sequences, this one is for the completists and the curious. Set 60 years after Revolutions, the film picks back up with Neo (Reeves), now a video game developer experiencing a blur between fantasy and reality in true Matrix fashion. 

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Big Mouth finally ended its run on Netflix last week after eight awkward, sticky, and painfully relatable seasons. The show made its name for its inventive, funny, and informative approach to topics that no other mainstream animation had really touched before, from shame and anxiety to periods and masturbation. Needless to say, it leaves behind a gap for adult animation in the streaming landscape. 

So with no more episodes on the horizon, it seems like a good time to round up the best R-rated animated shows. From originators to button-pushers and modern classics, check out our guide to 5 animations that definitely are NOT for kids.

(We have chosen not to include anime in this list as we would probably be here all day.) 

South Park (1997-present)

Having South Park on a list like this is a bit like having the dictionary on a ranking of best books. The Simpsons was already on autopilot by 1998, about to reach its 200th episode and attracting guest stars like U2, when Trey Parker and Matt Stone threw their deceptively amateurish looking hand-grenade onto Comedy Central and changed TV forever. That the show continues to be such an essential satire—ruthlessly skewering Harry and Meghan, the manosphere and Ozempic in its most recent season—only confirms Parker and Stone’s unique genius. Long may it last. 

Most memorable voice cameo: George Clooney as Sparky the dog in the first season set the tone, but it’s got to be Radiohead in the legendary “Scott Tenorman Must Die.”

BoJack Horseman (2014-2020)

One of the most amazing things about BoJack Horseman is that every person who watches it seems to think it was written for them. Not bad for a show in which the hero is an alcoholic and vaguely toxic talking horse whose bete noire is a labrador named Mr. Peanutbutter. 

Best voice cameo: We are tempted by Paul McCartney’s micro-appearance, but Alan Arkin as J.D. Salinger is too inspired to leave out. 

Invincible (2021-present)

Premiering on Prime Video in March 2021, during arguably the first major crisis of superhero fatigue, Invincible could not have come at a better time. Combining richly sketched characters that could actually die with single episode story arcs that never took away from the series’ overarching narrative, it felt like a breath of fresh air. And after 13 years of the MCU, the show’s blood, guts, and bone-crunching violence provided a welcome visceral thrill. 

Most memorable voice cameo: It’s lights-out across the board, but Mark Hamill brings so much warmth in his few scenes as the waistcoated superhero tailor Art Rosenbaum.

Archer (2009-2023)

With its unique visual style and dry sense of humor, nothing looked or sounded like Archer when it released in 2009. Arriving five years after Brad Bird’s The Incredibles, we cannot credit Adam Reed with re-popularizing the retro-futurist spy caper, but you were never going to find this kind of sex or violence in a Pixar movie. It might have overstayed its welcome in later, genre-bending seasons, but its 14 year run still goes down as one of the greatest of any animated show, TV-MA or not. 

Most memorable voice cameo: No shortage to choose from, but it’s got to be the late, great Anthony Bourdain as Chef Lance Casteau in “Live and Let Dine.”

Monkey Dust (2003-2005)

Like Nathan Barley and Jam, Monkey Dust was one of those early aughts shows that seemed to only exist as a DVD box-set, strictly limited to one per friend group and passed around like a strange and haunted object—as cursed and irresistible as the VHS in The Ring. How a TV show that poked fun at IRA kneecapping, pedophilia, and adolescent Jihadists ever made it past the censors in 2003 remains a mystery. Even today, it packs a dangerous, subversive punch.

Most memorable voice cameo: Too niche for any big stars at the time, the show featured a young Sharon Horgan in some of her first credited voice roles.

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The release of a new Wes Anderson movie is always cause for celebration. He’s the master of neatness, building perfectly symmetrical, intricate worlds and then populating them with the most absurd yet charming characters you’re ever likely to meet. Anderson’s quirky stories may not be for everyone, but there is simply no denying that he is one of the most sublimely stylish filmmakers around.

From his early indie work and stop-motion animation to Oscar-winning triumphs, we’ve ranked all the Wes Anderson movies (not including his collection of short films) to determine which is the best, and we can tell you where to watch them all, too.

The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

The truth is, Wes Anderson peaked just over a decade ago, with his sumptuous concierge caper, The Grand Budapest Hotel. Not only is it one of the most stunning pieces of art in the 21st century, but it’s also incredibly funny and surprisingly heartfelt at times.

What is not surprising is that this beautiful picture won the Oscars for Best Costume Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and Best Production Design. The attention to detail in bringing this film to life is astounding. Throw in a career-best performance from Ralph Fiennes and a razor-sharp script, and you have a truly perfect movie.

Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)

Turns out, the irreverent humour and quaint charm that comes with Anderson’s work translates wonderfully into stop-motion animation. His take on this classic Roald Dahl story is full of warmth and playfulness, and it’s the kind of film that leaves you marvelling at how anyone is capable of pulling off such a technical feat.

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a very special film. It works for young viewers thanks to its silly, slapstick comedy, but it also has a deeper, more mature edge that’ll give older viewers a slice of the fun, too. This is Wes Anderson at his most creative, and it’s a real treat to behold.

Bottle Rocket (1996)

Anderson’s debut came almost 30 years ago now, but it still stands the test of time as one of his finest works. Bottle Rocket is a film brimming with confidence and swagger, and while it still leans into the comedic side of things, there’s also a real grit to this most accomplished indie feature.

It’s so rare to see someone come out of the blocks firing on all cylinders in this way, but Anderson and his cohort deliver something truly special here. The Wilson brothers are in fine form, while Robert Musgrave offers up one of those lightning in a bottle performances alongside them to steal the show.

The Darjeeling Limited (2007)

One criticism that has sometimes been sent Wes Anderson’s way, rather unfairly, perhaps, is that his work is more style over substance. With The Darjeeling Limited, that’s certainly not the case. Of all Anderson’s work, this is his most powerful and poignant, and you can feel how personal this is to him.

Of course, there’s still that trademark eccentricity we know and love, but it all feeds into the highly cathartic conclusion. Jason Schwartzman, Adrien Brody, and Owen Wilson have phenomenal chemistry together, and it’s because of them that everything collides in such a satisfying way by the end.

The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)

From Anderson’s most warm and powerful films to his coldest, The Royal Tenenbaums is incredibly raw and bleak at times, with some truly harrowing moments that feel out of place in Anderson’s oeuvre, and yet it all still works.

Gene Hackman carries the film on his shoulders, which should come as no surprise, but the likes of Ben Stiller and Luke Wilson are outstanding in support. What’s interesting with this picture is, it’s the last time we saw Anderson working without the shackles of symmetry. That precision in his work is so often the source of success, but with The Royal Tenenbaums, he is firmly focused on story alone, and the film flourishes because of this.

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)

If The Royal Tenenbaums marked the end of Anderson’s more linear and straight-shooting era, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou was certainly the start of his affinity for the grandiose and extravagant. It’s a film rich with verve and visual flair and also really began to introduce that off-kilter comedy he is now renowned for.

It’s an absurd film, really, taking a mockumentary approach to riff on the life of famed French oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau, and yet it all works so brilliantly. In many ways, this experimental effort could be the most important Wes Anderson movie of all, for what it stirred inside the filmmaker creatively.

Isle of Dogs (2018)

While not as strong as his previous stop-motion work on Fantastic Mr. Fox, Isle of Dogs is still a masterful animated effort. What it lacks in warmth and whimsy, Isle of Dogs more than makes up for in its provocative messaging and slick technical elements. Almost ten years on from his first foray into the medium, it’s clear to see Anderson had evolved as an animated storyteller by this point.

There’s incredible worldbuilding on display here, as Anderson drops us into the fictional city of Megasaki. But, it is the ensemble of voice actors who bring it all to fruition that is the real triumph here.

Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

In this ranking of Wes Anderson movies, Moonrise Kingdom is the final divider between the very, very good and the very, very disappointing. There’s a lot to love about Anderson’s offbeat camping adventure, with a heavy reliance on child actors that pays off and then some, bringing a cute romantic tale to life.

In truth, there’s actually very little stopping Moonrise Kingdom from being higher up this list. Perhaps it merely lacks that splash of dynamism and energy that Anderson’s slightly more effective work possesses, but that’s nitpicking against a perfectly charming film.

The French Dispatch (2021)

Anthology films are always so hard to judge. Had Wes Anderson opted to simply make a feature film expanding on the first segment, “The Concrete Masterpiece,” we would potentially be looking at one of his best films. Benicio del Toro is outstanding as the enigmatic and unhinged artist, but his story is over far too soon.

Next up in The French Dispatch we see Timothée Chalamet and Frances McDormand combine for a perfectly fine if unremarkable story of political rebellion. Sadly, it all wraps up with a very stylish yet rather dull storytelling session from Jeffrey Wright. In short, The French Dispatch is a mixed bag that ends up being less than the sum of its parts.

The Phoenician Scheme (2025)

The latest Wes Anderson movie has plenty of positives; Benicio del Toro is once again superb, the film looks absolutely breathtakingly beautiful, and there are some truly hilarious moments. Sadly, they are too few and far between in The Phoenician Scheme, and Anderson fails to give us a story we can actually care about, leaving audiences wanting so much more on all fronts.

Those style over substance accusations are getting harder and harder to deny, it seems. There’s nothing necessarily wrong with The Phoenician Scheme, but it’s largely very forgettable and is guilty of failing to get the best out of Michael Cera and Benedict Cumberbatch. 

Rushmore (1998)

While Bottle Rocket was a riveting and spectacular debut, Wes Anderson’s follow-up, Rushmore, lacks any of that energy and intrigue. In many ways, this film contains the early seeds of that gratuitous quirkiness that has come to tarnish Anderson’s work in recent years.

Of course, it’s all subjective, but Rushmore is tedious, pretentious, and none of its humour quite works. It’s a shame; what could have been a very interesting idea just seems to lose its way and becomes muddied by the urge to be outlandish.

Asteroid City (2023)

At the bottom of the pile, Asteroid City commits the ultimate cinema sin; there’s no two ways about it, it’s just plain boring. It’s a horrible oversimplification, but it’s the truth. The production design is perhaps the greatest Anderson has ever put in place, and yet it all counts for nothing when the film has nothing to say.

A story about UFO sightings, a quarantined city, and meteorite crash sites sounds like a fascinating tale, but it’s severely let down by stilted dialogue and sluggish pacing. Something is drastically wrong here, with Anderson failing to get the best out of his incredible ensemble cast and struggling to handle the story he created.

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Solo Leveling has taken the anime world by storm, cemented by being crowned Anime of the Year at Crunchyroll’s 2025 Anime Awards. On the surface, the series isn’t too dissimilar from other action-oriented shonen properties, featuring an underdog protagonist grinding his way to the top in a tournament-style story. But Solo Leveling is more unique in that it originates from a webtoon, which are also usually manhwa, the Korean equivalent to Japanese manga. 

Unlike traditional manga and other comics, webtoons and most manhwa are exclusively published online, using a vertical format optimised for mobile or tablet devices. Growing in mainstream popularity by the year, Solo Leveling isn’t the first and certainly won’t be the last webtoon to receive an anime adaptation. Here are 10 webtoon anime to watch if you’re eager for more.

Tower of God (2020-2024)

One of the highest-ranking webtoons for readership, Tower of God is also the closest forebear to Solo Leveling in terms of genre and plot. In a dystopian, Hunger Games-esque world, the seemingly weak Bam is thrust through a series of increasingly difficult challenges to reach the top of a mysterious tower along with his childhood friend, Rachel. 

Adapted as a Crunchyroll original anime, creative battles, unexpected alliances, and shocking betrayals keep the story moving at an absorbing pace while the depth of lore and sprawling cast make Tower of God feel like a true high-fantasy epic.

The God of High School (2020)

This is another Crunchyroll original anime and battle shonen with a tournament structure at its core. If you like beat ‘em up games with fast-paced action backed up with interweaving storylines like Tekken, The God of High School might be for you.

Set in South Korea, the series revolves around an international martial arts competition for high schoolers. However, these are not just any high schoolers, though. These kids’ punches pack supernatural power. Add in demonic forces, criminal conspiracies, and classic Chinese folklore, and The God of High School is essentially Dragon Ball for a new generation.

Noblesse (2020)

What else is a pure-blood vampire to do after nearly a century of sleep but enroll in a modern-day high school? That’s the premise of Noblesse, in which the noble Rai, a particularly powerful vampire, and his loyal servant Frankenstein navigate our world and investigate Rai’s hidden past, as well as a shadowy cabal.

Anime adaptations include two ONAs (Original Net Animation), Noblesse and Noblesse: Awakening, followed by a Crunchyroll original anime series that picks up directly after the latter, so it’s worth either familiarising yourself with the manwha or watching Awakening before diving into the TV show.

ReLIFE (2016)

A popular and award-winning Japanese webtoon, ReLIFE is about an experiment that allows 27-year-old Arata, whose life hasn’t gone the way he wanted, another shot to reach his true potential, making him appear as a 17-year-old again with all his adult life experience.

Though there is a romantic subplot and sci-fi conceit, ReLife will strike a chord more with slice-of-life fans for its gentle pace and focus on character development. There’s a one-season TV series followed by four OVAs for fans to get sucked into. 

Viral Hit (2024)

Combining the toxicity of YouTube prank videos and real-life bullying, a down-on-his-luck schoolkid, Hobin, gets his own back on his tormentors in Viral Hit. Things get going when Hobin, sick of being picked on, turns on one of his aggressors during a livestream. When it goes viral, he launches a channel centred on attacking bullies.

Viral Hit is created by the same author as another high school revenge series, Lookism, both of which have been adapted into TV anime; gimmicky but addictive for those who love prolonged action scenes and eccentric mentors. 

The Beginning After the End (2025)

The Beginning After the End is a Western-made webtoon, like Lore Olympus, and one of the first to receive a proper anime version. Like many popular action-oriented web comics, it also uses the reincarnation trope: The main character, Arthur, is a young boy who was a tyrannical king in his previous life.

Taking place in a fantastical kingdom, The Beginning After the End is as character-driven as it is focused on world-building and action, with Arthur having to reconcile past wrongs with a new, more innocent perspective. The newly-released anime series has garnered controversy for its quality; watch it for yourself and make your own mind up.

Semantic Error (2021)

Boys Love/yaoi is as prevalent in the webtoon/manhwa sphere as it is in manga, and Semantic Error is a breakout example. In a classic “opposites attract” setup, its two romantic leads—one a fine arts student and the other a computer science major—are thrown together when the latter takes the former’s name off a group presentation.

Enemies-to-lovers fans are well-served by this slow-burning comedy of errors that has not only been turned into an anime miniseries but also a highly successful K-drama.

A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special (2023)

What if the heroes failed to win in the end? That catastrophic predicament is how A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special begins. But hope isn’t lost, however, as one of their number, a mage called Desir, is somehow thrust 13 years into the past to try and course-correct. 

Stylish animation, engaging character dynamics and a magic system grounded in actual magic rather than video game mechanics give the anime iteration the feel of an isekai without some of the repetitive trappings.

Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady With the Lamp (2024)

A curiously popular fixture in webtoons and manga alike is the reincarnated and reformed villainess trope, usually with an isekai bent. Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady With the Lamp takes this a step further with more than one rebirth for the titular heroine, who unexpectedly goes from wicked empress to talented doctor.

Those who like the look of classic shojo series like Sailor Moon will appreciate the romanticised art of the webtoon and its anime series, and Elise’s newfound skills make her a compelling, redemptive heroine.

True Beauty (2024)

Much like the YA dystopian franchise Uglies, True Beauty takes place in a world in which one’s appearance is even more important for success than it is in our reality. To get ahead, Ju-Kyang, a young girl not considered attractive, masters the art of beauty to the point that she becomes famous for her looks.

Naturally, one of the story’s main appeals is its critique of beauty standards via exaggeration, but its love triangle subplot adds extra spice. One of the biggest series on the Webtoon platform, True Beauty has been adapted into a homegrown, South Korean aeni (anime) and live-action show. 

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He’s a man who needs no introduction, really, but we’ll give it a go anyway. As far as movie stars go, there are quite simply none who can hold a candle to Tom Cruise in this modern era, and he’s quite possibly the main reason we still get to enjoy the cinematic experience at all thanks to his undying drive to preserve the sanctity of the theatre.

Having worked with some of the finest directors around and opposite some of the most esteemed actors of all time, it’s no surprise that picking the best Tom Cruise movies is a gruelling mission that even Ethan Hunt may struggle to accept. But we accept, and we’ll even go the extra mile to tell you where you can watch the movies, too.

Eyes Wide Shut (1999)

Tom Cruise has the honour of being able to say he worked with arguably the greatest filmmaker the world has ever seen, Stanley Kubrick. Not only that, he was a key part of Kubrick’s final movie, Eyes Wide Shut, and frankly, it’s a masterpiece.

This dark and seedy sexual thriller is embellished by glorious, extravagant set designs and the usual Kubrickian flair behind the camera, but there can be no accusations of style over substance with this film. Cruise and Nicole Kidman are terrific in the lead roles here, expertly diving into the layers of intrigue and mystique at the heart of this provocative and pulsating story.

Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

If Tom Cruise did save cinema in the wake of the COVID-19 epidemic, Top Gun: Maverick was the vehicle he used to make it happen. A legacy sequel arriving 26 years after the original, there was no need for Cruise and Joseph Kosinski to go this hard, but god damn we’re glad they did.

Top Gun: Maverick is a marvel of modern filmmaking, and a movie that truly underpins the big-screen experience. From its array of epic set-pieces, to the endlessly charming ensemble cast, and even down to the surprisingly emotional beats, this is why we go to the cinema.

The Color of Money (1986)

Interestingly, it’s another legacy sequel that breaches the upper echelons of this list of the best Tom Cruise movies, with Martin Scorsese’s The Color of Money, a follow-up to the 1961 hit, The Hustler.

Truth is, when you get someone like Scorsese behind the lens and pair up the iconic Paul Newman with Cruise, a dynamic young buck at the time, you’re going to get magic, and The Color of Money is just that. The electricity on screen is palpable, and it’s hard to find a film which just exudes coolness quite like this one (apart from maybe Top Gun: Maverick).

Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)

We couldn’t put this list together without at least one Ethan Hunt outing making the top ten, and the inclusion of Mission: Impossible - Fallout is a simple one, really. This 2018 effort is the pinnacle of the series by some distance, which is saying something when you consider the quality of the franchise.

While Mission: Impossible - Fallout still has its fair share of quintessentially cheesy quips and absurd twists, there’s a grittiness to this effort that helps it stand apart. From the wild halo jump to the helicopter battle in the finale, and even that Henry Cavill bathroom brawl, there are so many memorable moments here that we could almost watch it with our eyes closed—but why would we do that, when it looks so good?

A Few Good Men (1992)

Tom Cruise went on a ludicrous run from the early ‘80s through to the early ‘90s, culminating in the still relatively young actor facing off against one of the all-time greats, Jack Nicholson, in A Few Good Men. But, Cruise doesn’t just make up the numbers here or let himself become overawed by the company he’s keeping; no, he matches Nicholson blow-for-blow throughout this Rob Reiner classic.

To see a then-30-year-old Cruise brimming with confidence, charm, and carrying such an immense screen presence in A Few Good Men is astounding, really, and is perhaps the true marker of when he really established himself as a force in Hollywood.

Collateral (2004)

Nowadays, Cruise is so unilaterally recognised as the hero that it’s hard to imagine him ever being the bad guy, but in Michael Mann’s Collateral, he’s as downright dastardly as they come. His portrayal of Vincent is unflinching, unnerving, and truly menacing, but if Cruise didn’t sell the character half as well as he did, the whole film would collapse.

There’s a reason Collateral is revered as one of the best crime-thrillers of the 21st century. It’s a tight, taut, tension-filled rollercoaster ride, with some of the most sublime visuals you’re likely to see in a film in this genre, and performances to match.

Edge of Tomorrow (2014)

From the very sharp and serious to something far more light, with Doug Liman’s Edge of Tomorrow. It’s like Groundhog Day but with aliens and big explosions (and Emily Blunt, too). And, at the heart of it all, you guessed it, Tom Cruise.

This is the epitome of the kind of bombastic popcorn blockbuster you would give anything to have back in theatres right now, but it’s just as much fun in the comfort of your own home. The time loop gimmick has been done to death over the years, and yet it feels fresh and exciting here, largely thanks to the chemistry of the lead actors, with both Blunt and Cruise breathing life into the story.

Rain Man (1988)

Within that wild run of films we spoke about earlier, Cruise also had the privilege of going toe-to-toe with Dustin Hoffman in the late ‘80s. Rain Man has had its fair share of criticism in recent years as audiences reappraise the themes at the heart of the story, but as a product of its time, there’s no denying the objective quality of this picture.

Admittedly, it is Hoffman who’s the star of the show here, but the softness and sincerity of his Raymond would be far less effective were it not for the colder, more cynical portrayal of his brother, Charlie, that Cruise delivers.

Jerry Maguire (1996)

Show me the money! Somehow, Jerry Maguire is a hybrid of a sporting underdog story and a cheesy romantic comedy, and it excels in both areas. While it’s not the most showy or exciting Tom Cruise movie, there’s so much heart and warmth in this ‘90s flick that you just can’t help but fall in love with it.

Cruise is superb as the titular sports agent, while both Cuba Gooding Jr. and Renée Zellweger are fantastic in support. In fact, the cast is so effective in this Cameron Crowe picture that Gooding Jr. won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, while Cruise was nominated in the lead category.

Minority Report (2002)

It’s testament to Tom Cruise’s incredible filmography that his collaboration with the legendary Steven Spielberg only just makes the top ten in this list. Minority Report is a film with big ideas, but it excels in bringing them to the big screen, and is something of a triumph for its time.

It’s a film absolutely soaked in those post-millennium tropes many would rather not be reminded of now, with an abundance of CGI, flashy editing, and a somewhat grungy score, but under the masterful control of Spielberg, and with Cruise to lead the line, it all works. In more ways than one, Minority Report was a film ahead of its time and is a movie many filmmakers would kill to have on their CV today.

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Created by Hajime Isayama, Attack on Titan is a grim-dark, full-throttle epic. A popular gateway series for many looking to get into the world of manga and anime, the story takes place in a post-apocalyptic, feudal city surrounded and divided by huge walls. These walls not only control the remnants of humanity but also protect them from the giants that roam outside, known as Titans, who have a taste for human flesh. 

The manga concluded in 2021 after a best-selling 12-year run. During that time, it was adapted and spun off into various animated and live-action iterations; here’s how to watch all of the Attack on Titan shows and films in order of release.

Attack on Titan (2013-2023)

Kicking off in 2013, the original Attack on Titan anime series aired four seasons across 10 years. Despite various scheduling setbacks and changing animation studios for its final season, from WIT Studio to MAPPA, the show is an impressively faithful and well-produced adaptation.

From its iconic opening episode, in which a young Eren Yeager’s peaceful existence is shattered by a Titan attack, the show never lets up: stunning twists and turns, devastating deaths, and breathtaking fight scenes will grip and shock you in equal measure. Not to mention that Eren’s development is one of the shonen genre’s most divisive and fascinating character arcs.

Attack on Titan: Part 1 & 2 (2015)

The two Attack on Titan live-action films, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan II: End of the World, came out before either the anime series or the original manga had concluded, leading them to make some wild and controversial departures from the source material. For this reason, it’s better to save them until you’ve finished the TV show, and treat them as interesting, out-of-canon diversions rather than “essential” viewing.

Released almost back-to-back in 2015 as two parts, the Japanese films blend live-action and CG surprisingly well on a constrained budget outside of a Hollywood studio, and they don’t skimp on the horrors of fighting the zombie-esque, hungry Titans.

Attack on Titan: Junior High (2015)

Attack on Titan has a lot of intentionally or unintentionally funny moments—important levity in a story that deals with humanity at its absolute worst at times. But if watching the main anime series leaves you hankering for some silliness, you’ll get a kick out of 2015’s Junior High, a straight-up Attack on Titan parody miniseries that places the cast in a high school setting. Here, high-stakes battles are student-teacher feuds, and the original series’ most dramatic story beats are played for laughs.   

Attack on Titan: No Regrets (2014)

Of all the Attack on Titan auxiliary material, No Regrets is the most un-skippable. It features fan-favourite “neat freak” Levi Ackerman, the deadpan, pint-sized powerhouse of the Scouts, and his origin as one-third of a criminal gang in the walled city’s underground slums.

Adapted from a visual novel turned manga, not only does the two-episode anime explore a lesser-seen part of the main setting, but it also sets up the loyal relationship between Levi and his military recruiter, Commander Erwin Smith. 

Attack on Titan: Lost Girls (2018)

The last Attack on Titan spinoff to receive an anime adaptation, Lost Girls is a sobering entry in the franchise. No Regrets centres on Mikasa Ackerman and Annie Leonhart, two of the series’ main female characters, set sometime during the latter’s time in the Military Police and the former’s training with Eren as a Survey Corps member.

While not written by Isayama, these three episodes appear to be in canon, offering insights into the pair’s lives that shape their decision-making going into some of the most heart-wrenching events in the main series. 

'Attack on Titan' Detailed Watch Order

• Attack on Titan Season 1

• Attack on Titan: Ilse’s Notebook (OVA)

• Attack on Titan: The Sudden Visitor: The Torturous Curse of Youth (OVA)

• Attack on Titan: Distress (OVA)

• Attack on Titan: A Choice with No Regrets: Part 1 (OVA)

• Attack on Titan: A Choice with No Regrets: Part 2 (OVA)

• Attack on Titan (2015)

• Attack on Titan Season 2

• Attack on Titan: Lost Girls: Wall Sina, Goodbye - Part 1 (OVA)

• Attack on Titan: Lost Girls: Wall Sina, Goodbye - Part 2 (OVA)

• Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 1

• Attack on Titan: Lost Girls: Lost in the Cruel World (OVA)

• Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 2

• Attack on Titan Season 4 Part 1

• Attack on Titan Season 4 Part 2

• Attack on Titan Season 4 Special 1

• Attack on Titan Season 4 Special 2

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With 28 Days Later and its sequel, 28 Weeks Later, Alex Garland and Danny Boyle reinvented the zombie movie with the simple but horrifying idea that the undead could run...fast. Riffing on themes from George A. Romero’s Living Dead films, they also changed how post-apocalyptic storytelling felt in ways that continue to echo in everything from Children of Men to The Road and The Last of Us.

Now Garland and Boyle are bringing the series back a full trilogy of films, beginning with 28 Years Later, continuing with 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, already confirmed for a January 2026 release, and concluding with an untitled sequel. Before all that, find out how to watch the 28 Days Later franchise in order. 

28 Days Later (2002)

Patient zero of the series, 28 Days Later begins 28 days after the outbreak of the “rage virus.” In a hospital in central London, a bike courier named Jim (Cillian Murphy) wakes up from a coma to discover that society as he knows it has essentially collapsed. After being chased by a group of infected and rescued by two survivors, he attempts to make his way across the city, then to Manchester, and beyond. 

Look out for: Brendan Gleeson being typically gruff and a young Naomie Harris in an early role.

28 Weeks Later (2007)

The franchise returned five years later with a new director (Juan Carlos Fresnadillo) and a whole new group of characters. Taking place six months after the outbreak, 28 Weeks Later mostly plays out in a quarantine zone called District One on the Isle of Dogs in London. NATO forces have taken control of Great Britain under the illusion that the infected have already started dying of starvation. 

Look out for: Trainspotting alum Robert Carlyle leading a cast of then up-and-comers Idris Elba, Jeremy Renner, and Rose Byrne.

28 Years Later

Almost three decades on, the rage virus has not gone away. What’s left of the quarantined humans of Great Britain have had to learn to live amongst it, rebuilding their society as best they can. 28 Years Later begins on a heavily guarded island just off the mainland but becomes a journey of discovery when a father and son are forced to leave. We expect further examples of humans being the worst monsters of all.

Look out for: Alfie Williams and Aaron Taylor-Johnson star, but Ralph Fiennes and Jack O’Connell look to have the tastiest roles.

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)

Apparently shot simultaneously with 28 Years Later, fans eager for the next installment will only have to wait seven months for its January 2026 release. For obvious reasons, little about the script of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple has been revealed, but going by the title, it will presumably have something to do with those piles of skulls on the poster.

Look out for: Candyman director Nia DaCosta is on board to direct in what will hopefully be a welcome return to horror after The Marvels.

28 Years Later Part 3 (TBA)

Naturally, even less is known about 28 Years Later Part 3, a rumored fifth installment in the franchise. In an interview with Empire in January 2025, Boyle suggested he will direct the finale. Garland has also claimed to have already written the trilogy. Start prepping the shelters for the long haul!

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With The Gray Man and Ghosted heading straight to streaming, we’ve had to wait a while to see Ana de Armas lead a major cinematic release. The actor makes up for lost time, though, with Ballerina, a spin-off from the John Wick franchise that promises to be de Armas’ biggest role yet and a confirmation of her status as a major action star.

Viewers looking to brush up on her work can use our guide below to find the 10 best Ana de Armas movies on Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, and elsewhere. We start with the best, taking into account both her performance and the movie around it.

Knives Out (2019)

The fact that Rian Johnson’s riff on Cluedo and Agatha Christie ended up spawning a trilogy of movies and one of the biggest acquisitions in Netflix’s history is a twist even Benoit Blanc might not have seen coming. Daniel Craig and his hilarious southern drawl took most of the spotlight in Knives Out, but a then still relatively unknown de Armas was just as good. Watchful, endearing, and costumed in deceptive mittens, she became the film’s secret weapon (in more ways than one) and rode a wave of recognition all the way to a nomination at the Golden Globes.

No Time to Die (2021)

De Armas was reportedly already being considered by Cary Fukunaga for a role in Daniel Craig’s final James Bond movie even before the two actors worked together on Knives Out. Whether or not it helped to seal the deal, it certainly didn’t hurt their chemistry. Armas is on screen in No Time to Die for less than 20 minutes but, once again, almost steals the entire film as the agent Paloma. As Bond says with a parting glance, “You were excellent.” We agree.

Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

Many audiences first encountered de Armas as the digital girlfriend of Ryan Gosling’s replicant in Blade Runner 2049, Denis Villeneuve’s dazzling update of Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic. In another actor’s hands, the character could have easily been little more than an instrument for Gosling’s Agent K to question his own reality, but de Armas imbued the character with warmth and curiosity. The scene when Joi experiences the touch of rain for the first time remains one of the movie’s most memorable moments.

Blonde (2022)

Exploitative, misogynistic, downright boring: There are many reasons not to like Andrew Dominik’s Blonde, but de Armas’ performance isn’t one of them. Finding a sweet spot between caricature and reality that felt suited to Marilyn Monroe’s stratospheric fame, de Armas poured everything she had into a performance that rightfully earned her a nomination, Cuba’s first, for Best Actress at the Academy Awards.

Deep Water (2022)

Of all the attempts to revive the erotic thriller in recent years, Adrian Lyne (a legend of the genre) probably came closest with Deep Water, a steamy tale of a married couple whose polyamorous agreement might be benefitting one of them more than the other. The reviews were tough on Lyne’s film, but there was no denying the chemistry between Ben Affleck and de Armas, who would continue to see each other IRL after the cameras stopped rolling.

Wasp Network (2019)

The closest de Armas has come to an indie side project since breaking into Hollywood was Wasp Network, an engaging if wildly overcomplicated spy thriller. Directed by French auteur Olivier Assayas and set in Florida in the 1990s, de Armas plays the trophy wife of an FBI informant played by Narcos star Wagner Moura. Gael García Bernal and Penélope Cruz round out an impossibly talented (and attractive) cast.

Eden (2024)

Ron Howard cast de Armas as the extravagantly named Baroness Eloise Bosquet de Wagner Wehrborn in this 1920s film about a real-life German couple who relocated to the Galápagos Islands after the First World War. Eden stars Vanessa Kirby and Jude Law as the idealistic Dora and Friedrich Ritter, but de Armas gets to have the most fun. 

War Dogs (2016)

With a juicy real-life story, a red hot cast, and a pre-Joker Todd Phillips in the director’s chair, War Dogs seemed to have all the right ingredients for a fun and thrilling ride. Unfortunately, it never quite found the right tone. Still, as the girlfriend to Miles Teller’s accidental arms dealer, de Armas began her ascent as a rising star.

Knock Knock (2015)

Released in 2015, Ana de Armas’ first Hollywood film probably hasn’t aged as well as the others. Shot around the time of the release of John Wick, Knock Knock is one of the last film’s in Keanu Reeve’s mid-career slump. Even though director Eli Roth plays with the tropes of home invasion horror, Knock Knock is never as clever as it needs to be. Still, this is worth revisiting for the strength of its cast, especially de Armas in one of her early roles. 

Ghosted (2023)

Let’s be honest, not a whole lot of people were on board for Dexter Fletcher’s switch from directing successful biopics (Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman) to making his own version of True Lies, but Ghosted is still significant in the de Armas back catalogue. She has almost zero chemistry with her co-star, Chris Evans, which is understandable considering she replaced Scarlett Johansson, Evans’ The Avengers co-star, at the last minute. Still, this was the actor’s first-time with top billing on a film of this scale. Thankfully, it wasn’t the last. 

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A24 may not be the biggest film studio on the planet, but it’s certainly one of the most popular. Since its humble beginnings back in 2012, A24 has garnered mass acclaim for its very specific set of vibes and has amassed an army of devoted fans along the way.

A24 movies have become their very own brand now. Indeed, that iconic logo is just as effective at getting bums in seats as the very best movie stars can be. What’s great is that, while A24 was initially rooted in quirky dramas and (dare we say it) elevated horror, the studio has branched out over the years. Now, there’s talk of an Elden Ring movie being produced by the studio, which got us thinking about the best A24 fantasy movies. Here are 15 of them, plus details on where to watch them all.

Under the Skin (2013)

This is one from the early days of the A24 catalogue, but Under the Skin is actually still one of the best A24 movies to date. Unsettling and eerie in tone but absolutely stunning to look at and full of fascinating concepts, this is a blend of sci-fi, horror, and surrealist fantasy elements, that will knock your socks off.

Scarlett Johansson stars as the femme fatale in this gripping picture from Jonathan Glazer, as a mysterious extraterrestrial who lures men to their doom. Truth is, there are few films quite like this one, and it’ll leave you pondering life itself for days afterwards.

The Green Knight (2021)

Arguably the most fantasy-based film on this list, The Green Knight is based on the mythical medieval tale of Sir Gawain, a knight from Arthur’s court, who ventures out on a quest of revenge and self-discovery. Romance, mystery, and adventure collide with supernatural elements in this David Lowery flick.

Not only is The Green Knight a work of art, it’s also steeped in historical allegories and has quite the profound conclusion. Dev Patel knocks it out of the park here, while Ralph Ineson’s booming voice serves as the antagonistic force behind the story.

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Speaking of genres all blending into one, few films do it better than Everything Everywhere All at Once. As a multiversal action-comedy, there are a fair share of fantastical elements in The Daniels’ Oscar-winning effort, from talking rocks to magical bagels, nothing is quite what it seems here.

Everything Everywhere All at Once cleaned up during awards season and ended it all in style by winning big at the Academy Awards. The film picked up 11 nominations and went home with seven wins, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay, while Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis all came out on top in their respective acting categories.

Men (2022)

Of a similar ilk to The Green Knight in many ways, Alex Garland’s Men is another film that is rich in mythical stories of old. While on the surface this Jessie Buckley-led thriller appears to be an allegory for the way men oppress women, the story actually takes root in the folklore surrounding the Green Man, a figure representing nature and rebirth.

You can see those influences throughout and most definitely in the film’s climactic moments—which, for the record, are absolutely insane—and the story upon which Men is based is a really intriguing one that’s worth digging into after the film.

Lamb (2021)

Director (and co-writer) Valdimar Jóhannsson drew from various sources of Icelandic folklore to inspire his 2021 twisted fantasy horror movie, Lamb. From its unsettling and bleak mountainous setting to its themes of craving motherhood and defying Mother Nature, this film is a marvellous combination of that which is familiar to us and the highly fantastical.

We shan’t spoil the big twist ending here, but Lamb is a brilliant example of how a movie can take its time to generate a brooding and foreboding atmosphere before letting rip with an absolutely brutal ending.

The Witch (2016)

Folk horror and fantasy combine once more in Robert Eggers’ directorial debut, The Witch. Taking us back to the 1600s and New England, this tale of witchcraft and devilry sees a Puritan family become the victims of a dark and evil force, leading to paranoia and betrayal.

Anya Taylor-Joy’s breakout role here is one upon which the film sinks or swims, and the young actress offers up an intriguing, mysterious performance to deliver on The Witch’s blistering premise. Another entry in this list for Ralph Ineson as well. He truly is the underrated king of A24’s collection.

The Lobster (2015)

Oddly, black comedy and fantasy seem to go hand in hand when it comes to A24 movies. Yorgos Lanthimos really found an audience with his first English language movie, The Lobster, which is an imaginative and surrealist romantic comedy that sees people turned into animals if they can’t find love.

Set in a strange parallel universe to our own, The Lobster is truly a trip into the uncanny valley, with Lanthimos’ trademark for stilted dialogue and off-kilter humour giving the film an uncomfortable yet entertaining edge. While not officially based on any specific folklore, the therianthropic element of this story certainly lends itself to the fantasy genre.

The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021)

This retelling of the classic William Shakespeare story is stacked with ghosts, visions, and witchcraft, making The Tragedy of Macbeth one of the most suitable offerings from A24 for anyone yearning for tales of fantasy.

Perhaps one of the most visually striking movies of the past five years, Joel Coen’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s work is faithful and masterful. That said, credit should go to the cast, too, with Denzel Washington, in particular, delivering an impeccable performance as the titular schemer. Now, can A24 just fund another Shakespeare adaptation, please?

Honourable Mentions 

• Death of a Unicorn
• Swiss Army Man
• Tuesday

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As Tony Gilroy’s Andor finishes its incredible two season run, fans have been returning in droves to the film that first gave us Diego Luna’s conflicted hero. Much has come to light over the years about Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’s troubled production (Gilroy was notably brought in for 11th hour re-shoots), but the film went on to receive some of the best reviews of the Star Wars franchise and plunder over a billion dollars at the worldwide box office.

After 24 episodes of richly fleshed-out backstory, we are surely not alone in saying that Gareth Edward’s film now hits different. So, what better time to look at where the Rogue One cast is now.

Felicity Jones (Jyn Erso)

With an academy award nomination for The Theory of Everything and a blockbuster debut in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 both coming in 2014, Rogue One looked like just another step on Felicity Jones’ steady rise to the Hollywood big leagues. Since then, the actor’s projects have been a bit of a mixed bag. Her performance as Ruth Bader Ginsberg in On the Basis of Sex is probably the high point in a string of middle-brow period pieces that separate her starring turn as Jyn Erso and a career comeback in The Brutalist in 2024. Not everyone appreciated her Hungarian accent in Brady Corbet’s film, but it didn’t stop her from landing a second nomination at the Oscars.

Diego Luna (Cassian Andor)

There was brief talk of a Scarface remake with Antoine Fuqua, but, for the most part, Diego Luna’s performances between Rogue One and Andor have mostly arrived on the small screen. He starred in two seasons of Netflix’s Narcos: Mexico as the cartel kingpin Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo and provided the voice of Krel in Guillermo del Toro’s Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia TV show for DreamWorks Animation. Amidst all that, Luna found time for a selection of more indie-minded projects, including Barry Jenkins’ James Baldwin adaptation, If Beale Street Could Talk, and Woody Allen’s A Rainy Day in New York.

Forest Whitaker (Saw Gerrera)

In 2007, Forest Whitaker capped two decades of highly lauded work by winning an Oscar for his performance as Idi Amin in The Last King of Scotland. The actor’s career then took an unusual dip before a memorable return in 2016 with his first appearance as Saw Gerrera and a role in Boots Riley’s Sorry to Bother You (which he also produced). Since then, Whitaker has eased into a groove playing elder statesmen in projects like Respect, in which he appeared as Aretha Franklin’s father, C.L., and as the shaman, Zuri, in Black Panther.

Donnie Yen (Chirrut Îmwe)

Donnie Yen’s place in the pantheon of martial arts cinema was already confirmed before he took on the role of the blind warrior, Chirrut Îmwe, in Rogue One. Despite appearing in xXx: Return of Xander Cage in 2017, Yen has mostly continued to work in Hong Kong. He went back to his signature role as IP Man for two further installments before eventually returning to Hollywood in the live-action Mulan and, most memorably, as another blind killer, Caine, in John Wick: Chapter 4. At time of writing, the character’s standalone film is in the works with Yen on board as both director and star.

Ben Mendelsohn (Orson Krennic)

Since his first appearance as Orson Krennic, Mendelsohn has gone from strength to strength, entering the MCU as the alien Talos in Captain Marvel while continuing to be one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. Alongside playing slimy antagonists for the likes of Steven Spielberg (Ready Player One) and Joe Wright (in Cyrano, alongside fellow Andor villain Joshua James), the Australian has lent his talents to more low-budget fare, such as Shannon Murphy’s indie darling Babyteeth in 2019.

Riz Ahmed (Bodhi Rook)

2016 was a banner year for Riz Ahmed. He won an Emmy for his remarkable performance in The Night Of and scored positive reviews for his hip hop album, Cashmere, while breaking through in Hollywood with roles in both Rogue One and Jason Bourne. The prolific artist has been on a roll ever since, moving into screenwriting with Mogul Mowgli and receiving an Oscar nomination for his moving performance as a drummer losing his hearing in Darius Marder’s Sound of Metal. He is currently on screen in Wes Anderson’s latest ensemble piece, The Phoenician Scheme.

Mads Mikkelsen (Galen Erso)

Coming ten years after his breakout role as Le Chiffre in Casino Royale, and hot on the tails of his three season run on Hannibal, Mikkelsen was already everyone’s favorite Dane by the time he appeared as Galen Erso in Rogue One. He entered the MCU as Kaecilius in Doctor Strange the same year and has since been cast as the main villain in both Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (taking over for Johnny Depp) and Indiana Jones: The Dial of Destiny while giving a career best turn in Another Round for his fellow Dane, Thomas Vinterberg.

Genevieve O’Reilly (Mon Mothma)

It’s wild to think that Genevieve O’Reilly first appeared as Mon Mothma 20 years ago in Revenge of the Sith. With most of her scenes cut from that film, the actor had to wait for Andor before really sinking her teeth into the role. Between that and Rogue One, however, the Irish-born Australian actor has been a mainstay on Irish and British TV, appearing in police procedurals like The Secret and The Fall as well as a central role opposite Tim Roth in the Canada-set Tin Star.

Alan Tudyk (K-2SO)

Since playing what we now know to be a once-murderous and now reformed droid in K-2SO, Alan Tudyk has continued to ply his trade as a voice actor in a wide range of Disney animations and fan-favorite TV shows, including Moana and Harley Quinn. His most prominent on-screen role has been in Resident Alien, in which the Firefly actor, not for the first time, gave a memorable and endearing performance in an underappreciated sci-fi series.

Jimmy Smits (Senator Bail Organa)

When not reprising his role as Bail Organa alongside Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jimmy Smits has been appearing in popular TV shows like Brooklyn Nine-Nine, How to Get Away with Murder, and East New York. Movie-wise, Smits has kept things relatively low key: His supporting role in John M. Chu’s adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights being the most high profile of a small group of projects.

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With the consistent critical and commercial success in recent years of projects as varied as The Last of Us, A Minecraft Movie, and the Sonic the Hedgehog trilogy, video game adaptations are beginning to overtake comic books as Hollywood’s go-to IP. Now, even arthouse titans A24 are getting involved, with an adaptation of Elden Ring reportedly in the works with Alex Garland (Warfare, 28 Years Later) on board to write and direct.

With so many untapped resources still out there, it’s not surprising that studios are racing to fill their rosters. From nostalgic gems to modern classics, let’s take a look at 10 of the most exciting video game adaptations on the horizon.

Elden Ring (TBA)

Depending on how you look at it, the vast open world and possibilities of Elden Ring could either be made for the cinematic experience or basically unadaptable. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki (the man responsible for the Dark Souls series) with world building by none other than Game of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin, Elden Ring has the potential to become a multi-film franchise, so all credit to A24 and writer-director Alex Garland for being bold enough to try. Garland will point to his work on Annihilation, a surreal science fiction novel from Jeff VanderMeer that he managed to wrangle into an entertaining two hour movie. How Garland fares with The Tarnished and The Land Between, however, will be fascinating to see.  

Exit 8 (2025)

The freshest game-to-film adaptation in the pipeline is Kotake Create’s Exit 8 (based on the 2023 psychological horror game of the same name), which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last month to a standing ovation and positive reviews. The story takes place in what appears to be a purgatorial metro tunnel, where a man must look out for “anomalies” or risk being trapped in an infinite loop. The film will be released in Japan this August, so keep an eye for it on VOD.

Super Mario World (April 3, 2026)

It might not have had the cultural impact of Barbie, the highest-grossing film of 2023, but with 1.36 billion dollars in ticket sales, The Super Mario Bros. Movie came a close second on that list. The film might not have charmed everyone, but a sequel was inevitable, and while plot details have been kept under wraps, Super Mario World suggests an even bigger adventure awaits for Chris Pratt and Charlie Day’s Italian-ish plumbers.

Street Fighter: The Movie (March 20, 2026)

Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji (Bullet Train), Noah Centineo (Warfare) and WWE star Roman Reigns are all rumored to be involved with Street Fighter: The Movie, a new adaptation of SEGA’s classic beat ’em up. Jean-Claude Van Damme’s Street Fighter (1994) still packs a lively punch, but 2009’s The Legend of Chun Li was a commercial flop, so the jury’s still out on this one.

Resident Evil (September 18, 2026)

Underappreciated on release but financially successful, Paul W. S. Anderson’s six Resident Evil movies have built a deserved cult and cinephile following over the years. The 2021 reboot Welcome to Racoon City and a the Resident Evil series for Netflix didn’t click with audiences in the same way, so fans will be hoping for a new approach from director Zach Cregger (Barbarian) and writer Shay Hatten (John Wick: Chapter 4). Little is known at this stage, but a rumored plot involving a courier suggests Resident Evil (2026) will be an origin story. Austin Abrams (Euphoria) is set to star.

Sonic The Hedgehog 4 (March 19, 2027)

You don’t often expect IP franchises to improve with each installment, but that really has been the case with the Sonic movies so far. How they will make do without Jim Carrey’s energy (whose performances never once felt like just a paycheck) is the main question that will hang over Sonic the Hedgehog 4. Casey, Miller and Wittington will once again provide the screenplay. Against the odds, they’ve yet to let us down.  

The Legend of Zelda (March 26, 2027)

Given its obvious potential, it’s surprising that a Legend of Zelda film hasn’t happened already. Rumors of a Netflix series in 2015 were quickly squashed, but now a The Legend of Zelda film appears to be in the works with legendary game developer Shigeru Miyamoto and Marvel Studios founder Ari Arad producing, and Kingdom of The Planet of The Apes director Wes Ball in the hot seat.

Death Stranding (2027)

He might be a certified cinephile, but Hideo Kojima’s work has so far resisted the big screen treatment. There’s been talk of Metal Gear movies (with both Viggo Mortensen and Oscar Isaac attached) for years, but Death Stranding seems like the real deal. Announced in 2023 by A24 and now with Michael Sarnoski (Pig, A Quiet Place: Day One) attached to direct, Kojima San’s surreal but finely detailed post-apocalyptic world is the perfect fit for the cinematic treatment. If the producers can round up the same stars (Léa Seydoux, Mads Mikkelsen, and Guillermo del Toro all appeared in the game), it will have one hell of a cast.

Gears of War (TBA)

Until this month, not a whole lot had come to light about the Gears of War movie since Netflix announced that it picked up the rights to film the locust horde invasion back in 2022. Now it seems that the, erm, gears are finally in motion with former stuntman and Deadpool 2 director David Leitch in talks to direct with Dune co-writer Jon Spaihts on script duty. It’s early days, but that combination of light and dark sounds intriguing—at least Dave Bautista seems to think so.

Horizon Zero Dawn (TBA)

On stage at the CET convention in January 2025, PlayStation Productions head Asad Qizilbash announced that a live-action adaptation of Guerilla Games’ popular open worlder, Horizon Zero Dawn, was in production with Columbia Pictures. Uncharted, the studios’ last collaboration, made a decent profit without winning over too many fans, so let’s hope the Horizon Zero Dawn movie fares better. The robotic beasts and classic “hero’s quest” template seem like a no-brainer for blockbuster success, it’s just sad that the silky-voiced Lance Reddick, who passed away in 2023, won’t be around to reprise his role as Sylens.

The Sims (TBA)

Get your houseguests in the pool and take away that ladder because The Sims movie is coming. In 2024, it was announced that Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap would produce the popular game with Kate Herron (Loki, The Last of Us) on board to direct. Everything is being kept under lock and key, but given Robbie’s Barbie connection, we can expect a good dash of social commentary behind those iconic green diamonds.

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Fourteen years after its last outing, the Final Destination franchise makes a long-overdue return to the big screen with Final Destination Bloodlines: A film to remind you, in case you needed it, that there are far worse things to inherit than a receding hairline.

Final Destination and Final Destination 2 still boast some of the series’ most iconic kills, but the franchise only really landed on its signature, playful groove in later sequels. That irreverent brand of horror is back again in Bloodlines, offering a reminder of how reliable this franchise can be. As we wait patiently and hopefully for further installments, here are 10 movies to watch after Final Destination Bloodlines that capture a similar vibe.

Candyman (1992)

Bloodlines delivered a surprisingly poignant moment with Tony Todd’s last appearance as William Bludworth, the mysterious mortician who knows an awful lot about death. The franchise’s one true recurring character (he featured in all but 2009’s The Final Destination), Todd gave his last performance while already fighting a battle with cancer—the film was shot last Spring, just months before he passed—making his reportedly unscripted monologue about enjoying the life you have left all the more moving. Todd’s performance as the titular character in the classic 1992 horror Candyman helped the actor make his name—just don’t say it too many times.

Final Destination 2 (2003)

In all honesty, you could go watch any one of the five original films after seeing Bloodlines. Final Destination is one of the more uneven horror franchises, but that also means that each film has its own distinct flavor. Released in the gritty, faded-color years of the early aughts, David R. Ellis’ Final Destination 2 remains the most self-serious and scariest installment in the series. Bloodlines contains multiple references for fans of the series to pick up on, yet none more obvious than a recurring wink to the iconic opening highway sequence from Ellis’ film: A kill so gruesome it changed the way an entire generation thought about log trucks.

Saw X (2023)

Four years after the first Final Destination was released, James Wan seemed to rejig the film’s formula with 2004’s Saw, exchanging death’s traps for Jigsaw’s man-made contraptions and offering the victims not just a worrying description of what awaited them but the option of a grizzly way out. Saw spawned one of the most prolific and horrific franchises of all time, but the creators seemed to be running out of ideas before Saw X rejuvenated the series. Come for the kills, stick around for a surprisingly touching meditation on death.

Cube (1997)

While we’re on the subject of deadly traps, it’s well worth going back to Cube, Vincenzo Natali’s inventive 1997 cult classic about a group of people who wake up in a maze of booby-trapped rooms and have to band together to find a way out—or, you know, die. The series faded away after some middling straight-to-DVD sequels in the early 2000s, but a proposed project at Lionsgate in 2015 and a recent Japanese remake suggests the IP is still in circulation.   

The Monkey (2024)

The Final Destination series has inspired many imitators, most recently Osgood Perkins’ The Monkey, a Stephen King adaptation (by no less than the son of Psycho’s Anthony Perkins) that takes exactly the kind of sadistic funs in its decapitations and disembowelments that fans of the FD franchise have always enjoyed. Theo James plays Hal and Bill Shelburn, twin brothers who rediscover a toy monkey that may or may not have been the cause of a series of random, improbable, hilarious, and increasingly gruesome accidents 25 years ago. Sound familiar?

The Cabin in the Woods (2011)

It took a little bit of time before the Final Destination movies decided to drop the lore and focus on delivering what its audience loves best. That self-awareness is commonplace in a lot of horror movies these days, but few have approached it in as fun and interesting ways as The Cabin in The Woods did in 2011. The brainchild of Buffy the Vampire Slayer collaborators Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard, The Cabin in the Woods crammed about as many horror tropes as it possibly could into its 95-minute runtime then proceeded to pick them apart: A film that played as both a nightmare vision of a choose-your-own-adventure story and a wonderfully satanic TV gameshow.  

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987)

Barring the 1984 original and New Nightmare (a meta experiment from 1994), Wes Craven’s name was absent from the credits of every film in the Freddy Krueger franchise aside from this wildly creative classic from 1987. Fans of FD’s more creative kills will find plenty of demented stuff to enjoy in Dream Warriors, the first in the series in which Freddy’s victims took back some control in the dream world. Phillip getting strung up by a giant Freddy puppet is probably the most inventive, and Taryn’s death by syringe glove the most harrowing, but who can forget the bionic arms protruding from the television set to grab poor Jennifer. Welcome to primetime indeed.

Insidious: The Red Door (2023)

Noisy and dangerously magnetic, solitary and claustrophobic, it’s surprising how few horror films have weaponized the MRI machine. Final Destination Bloodlines boasts probably the most outrageous kill to feature one (oh, that Prince Albert), but audiences looking for something more chilling can take a look at Patrick Wilson’s Insidious: The Red Door from 2023. The most recent film in the Blumhouse franchise was not the strongest in the series by any means, but the scene in which Wilson’s Josh Lambert discovers he’s not alone in an MRI’s darkened passage will make you think twice before getting your next scan.

It Follows (2014)

Released by A24, David Robert Mitchel’s It Follows is one of the great modern gems of indie horror. It’s pace and mood might be a far cry from Bloodlines, but if you like the idea of a nameless force moving through brutal kills in a specific, unflinching order, it is definitely one to seek out. Maika Monroe stars as a college student pursued by an uncannily slow-moving and shape shifting entity—a curse that can only be passed on to someone else by sleeping with them. There are things being said here about the hormonal urges of young people and their anxieties about having sex, but never to the point of interfering with the film’s capacity to terrify. The film’s signature 360-degree panning shot, in which the follower is only gradually revealed, remains influential a decade later.

Back to the Future (1985)

Wait, hear us out! Watching a head get crushed in a trash compactor might not exactly scream Bob Zemeckis, but anyone who comes to the FD movies for their demented spins on Rude Goldberg machines will feel right at home in the opening minutes of Back to the Future. We could have mentioned any number of Wallace and Gromit films here, but Zemeckis beat Aardman to the punch with this unbroken shot of a machine that turned on the TV, made some toast, and fed the dog to, at best, varying degrees of success. Hey, at least no one dies.

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From faces sheared off to internal organs sprayed into the faces of innocent swimmers, the Final Destination movie franchise has come to specialise in unbelievable character deaths. So lock away any sharp objects, check your device for loose wiring and make absolutely sure you’re not sitting in a car parked on a railway line, as you check out our top ten ranking of the very best, or very worst, ways in which characters have been written out of the franchise… then scroll on down for a full guide on where you can stream all the films. Good luck!

10. Catching the bus

Terry (Amanda Detmer) being very suddenly run over by a bus in the original Final Destination is a brilliantly executed shock: characters have been pancaked by speeding mass-transit vehicles millions of times in films, but there’s usually an engine noise, a horn blast or just a giveaway change of camera angle to give you half a second of warning that death is coming. Not here: this impact is delivered without any backlift at all. It’s the original FD shocker, although it’s not representative of the franchise because even before the end of the first film, we’ve moved on to comically elaborate expiries, trailed with a ton of clues. There’s none of that here. Just: splat.

9. The grim ripper

No big spoilers here for the new franchise revival movie Final Destination Bloodlines, but of course it features several superb demises, including one character having their face sliced off by a bin-lorry crusher, and a family barbecue that ends messily due to an unfortunate ice/glass/rake/lawnmower/uncle interface. Its top death scene, however, has got to be the one in a hospital, where a series of questionable decisions leads to an MRI machine being turned into a super-powerful magnet. This is bad news for a member of the film’s doomed fraternity who has metal piercings in… various places.

8. Briaaaaaaan!

Being a minor character in a Final Destination movie is always a hazardous business, but being a minor character in a closing scene, when the main protagonists have convinced themselves that everything’s okay now? That, my cursed little friend, is fatal. Poor Brian Gibbons (Noel Fisher) finds this out at the end of Final Destination 2 when his parents host a barbecue, at which it is revealed that Brian recently cheated death. Having broken the news that tells us he is now doomed, he attends to the barbecue. Boom! The grill explodes and Brian’s severed arm lands on his mother’s plate. Like most barbecued meat, it’s burnt on the outside and raw in the middle.

7. Dismounting tension

In FD world, if it’s not one thing, it’s another. Or if it’s not that, it’s something else, and if that’s not what kills you, maybe it’s this other thing, but it’s probably not that, it’s probably something you haven’t noticed yet. Or not. One of the best scenes with myriad potential causes of death happens in Final Destination 5, when gymnast Candice Hooper (Ellen Wroe) competes in a venue where every possible piece of equipment has a screw loose, there’s exposed live wiring and the roof is leaking. Most of these urgent health and safety issues prove to be red herrings, but after an unbearably long build-up, during which Candice gets through an entire routine on a balance beam with an upturned screw on it, what finally gets her is… gravity.

6. These ladies are hot

A notorious FD kill-off thanks to its sheer unpleasantness, the dual ending of gal pals Ashley and Ashlyn (Chelan Simmons and Crystal Lowe) in Final Destination 3 involves a lot more suffering than most of the franchise’s gruesome deaths: at least if a falling sign decapitates you or you’re squished by a pane of heavy glass, you don’t know much about it. After a frankly rather confusing sequence of events that involves a loose shelf, a tube of lotion, a hat rack and slushie water spilled on dodgy electrics, Ashley and Ashlyn end up trapped inside a pair of tanning beds that have been set to “grill” mode. As the best friends slowly cook to death, the use of Love Rollercoaster by Ohio Players on the soundtrack is funny; the cut at the end from two flaming tanning beds side by side to two adjacent coffins is hilarious. 

5. Billy, you’ve lost your head

Can you cheat Death, once he’s decided you are destined to die? Yes… and no. In Final Destination, Carter (Kerr Smith) tries to take control of his own demise by driving recklessly and then, when that doesn’t work, parking on a railway track in front of a speeding freight train. Oh, and this is with three of his friends in the car with him. The death is a corker thanks to the screaming hysteria in the car and particularly the reactions of goofy, silly Billy (Sean William Scott) in the passenger seat: “I am so close to puking right now!” is one of the movie’s funniest lines. Mainly, though, it’s a fabulous bait and switch. After Carter changes his mind and is rescued in the nick of time, a piece of jagged metal from the car wreck flies out and cuts Billy’s head clean off. But Carter survives! Yay! 

4. Spotting a snag

Some Final Destination harbingers of death are subtle: there can be peril hidden in apparently innocuous everyday objects such as a vending machine, a mobile phone, or a box of sharpened wooden stakes teetering on the top of a collapsing shelving unit. But when Nora (Lynda Boyd) cops it in Final Destination 2, the clue is not a subtle one. She is in a lift with a guy who is creepy anyway, but is also carrying a basket full of prosthetic hooks. Obviously she won’t be able to avoid becoming fatally tangled, which just leaves the question of exactly how that will kill her… it turns out to be a simple case of her head becoming stuck inside the lift with her body outside, which means the former goes up a floor but the latter doesn’t. She really should have seen this coming.  

3. A vision of doom

Tapping into our commonest fears is an FD staple, so it’s surprising that it wasn’t until Final Destination 5 that the franchise finally cashed in on something that keeps a lot of us up at night: what if you have corrective laser eye surgery but it goes wrong, because you claw the eye out of the teddy bear you brought along as a stress reliever and it rolls onto the floor, and then the machine malfunctions, burning through both your eyeball and the hand you try to protect yourself with, and then when you escape from the rogue mechanism, you slip over on the eye of the bear, causing you to crash through a seventh-floor window and plummet to your death? We’ve all worried about it but for Olivia Castle (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood), the nightmare is real.

2. She’s definitely dead

There are so many ways to cease to be in a Final Destination movie, sometimes Death has several to spare. The kids’ teacher from the first film, Ms Lewton (Kristen Cloke), is already on her way out when she makes the fateful decision to stop making tea in a mug and switch to ice-cold vodka instead, which causes the mug to crack, which makes her drip vodka down the back of her computer monitor, which explodes and fires shrapnel into her neck. But then the vodka catches light and causes a kitchen fire. And then Ms Lewton tries to reach for a cloth to stem the bleeding, but it gets hooked on a knife, which falls and sticks in her chest. And then a chair tips over onto the knife, driving it home. At that point she dies. Then the house blows up. 

1. Offally bad luck

Our overall winner scores highly in all the key categories: it’s elaborate, it’s disgusting, it’s ironic and it involves a mode of death that is hard to predict precisely, up to the very moment it happens. We’re in the fourth movie, The Final Destination, and the fantastically named Hunt Wynorski (Nick Zano) is relaxing by the pool at a country club, happy in the knowledge that his lucky coin will keep him safe. But when a child mishits a golf shot, the ball knocks the coin into the pool filtration mechanism and it jams. To cut a long story short, before you can say “death by underwater disembowelment”, Nick has become stuck in a seated position on the floor of the pool, the system’s suction keeping him down. We assume he will simply drown, with the only further indignity likely to be a kid in inflatable armbands kicking his corpse in the head, but no: the pressure builds and builds, and then it blows and it’s gut fountain time. What a way to go.   

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A seminal slice of mecha anime and the medium in general, Hideaki Anno’s Neon Genesis Evangelion has become a powerhouse franchise, enjoying cult status among Western fans and growing into a merchandising juggernaut in Japan since its debut in 1995. Evangelion is both a love letter to its genre-defining predecessors, like the Gundam and Macross franchises, and a deconstruction of their themes: teenage pilots, the emotional cost of war, and the symbiotic bond between man and machine.

Considering its cultural footprint, there’s comparatively little anime content outside of collaborations, cameos, and other crossover material. If you want to get into Evangelion, here’s how to watch all Neon Genesis Evangelion movies and TV shows in order. 

Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995-1996)

The original Evangelion TV series is an imperfect masterpiece and undoubtedly where everyone needs to start with the franchise. Taking place in 2015 after two devastating global events known as Impacts, 14-year-old Shinji Ikari is the latest in a batch of teen pilots summoned by his father to pilot giant robots called Evas. Their targets are Angels, interstellar beings whose attacks focus on Tokyo-3. 

The mystery as to what drives these attacks, the exact nature of the Evas, and Shinji’s complex (that’s putting it mildly) relationships with his machiavellian dad, companions, and his self-esteem—fuelled by Anno’s battle with depression—provide the beating heart of a series that’s as philosophical as it is packed with high-stakes action. 

Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth (1997)

Whether it was budgetary issues or Anno’s inability to decide on a conclusion, the Evangelion TV show, unfortunately, unravels in its last two episodes, which riled up fans and critics at the time. However, the series was still successful enough for Anno to redo it as two films, released back-to-back in 1997.

The first of these is Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth (also known as Evangelion Death (True²), the director’s cut), which is just a condensed version of the series leading up to the end portion. For this reason, if you’ve already watched the show, it’s not worth seeing unless you’re an absolute completionist. Given a choice between Death & Rebirth and the original series, the latter is a better choice to get the full Eva experience.

The End of Evangelion (1997)

Directly following Death & Rebirth, The End of Evangelion is far more conclusive and easier to digest than the show’s last two episodes; Anno’s wild experimentalism is a little more restrained to allow for more externalised action than inner character turmoil. 

Featuring some of the franchise’s most iconic visuals and controversial scenes, it remains a high watermark of ‘90s animation wherein the creator’s personal feelings bleed through every cel. It is a truly unique viewing experience, even all these years later, and essential for prospective fans.

Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone (2007)

A decade after The End of Evangelion, Anno returned to his career-defining franchise for his second do-over: Rebuild of Evangelion. As the animator originally pitched Evangelion as OVAs (Original Video Animations, non-theatrical films) rather than a TV show, this four-film series is arguably the most streamlined version of his vision.

Released in 2007, Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone retreads the show’s first six episodes, including Shinji’s wavering over whether to be a pilot or not, but with some departures from the original plot that don’t make it feel too repetitive. The addition of CG also blends seamlessly into the more traditional animated techniques.

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009)

The second in the Rebuild film series, Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance, came out two years after the first. Again, it mostly follows the same general thrust of the show but makes even more changes to set the next two sequels on totally new paths. As well as Shinji and fellow pilots, Asuka and Rei, being put through the physical and emotional ringer battling Angels Seven through 10, new, rambunctious pilot Mari Illustrious Makinami is added to the mix.

Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo (2012)

2012’s Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo is where the Rebuild films really come into their own. Following the catastrophic ending of the second film, the third one makes a jump in time to completely reorient the story in new territory, rewarding those who’ve watched everything else up to this point. It also sets the stage for the all-important grand finale, with huge revelations and losses unfolding around Shinji, leaving him on the cusp of another cataclysmic global event.

Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time (2021)

Delays meant that fans had to wait almost a decade for the fourth Rebuild film. Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time provides Anno’s third version of his franchise’s ending. A slower-paced beginning allows time for Shinji to process everything he’s experienced thus far, leading to a showdown decades in the making to decide the future of humanity.

Though it’s not as visually unruly as The End of Evangelion, Thrice Upon a Time retains the psychological introspectiveness of the previous two Eva endings while providing much clearer—even positive—closure, more than justifying the necessity for Anno to revisit and rework the story. 

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The release of Fear Street: Prom Queen marks the fourth entry in the continuing Fear Street film series, proving that author R. L. Stine’s work still draws an audience after a decades-spanning career. One of the most prolific names in children’s and teen horror, Stine is best known for Goosebumps, one of the biggest-selling book series ever. Even if you’ve never read one, you’ll know the name, or perhaps remember an episode of the 1990s TV show haunting your childhood nightmares.

Netflix’s Fear Street anthology is merely the tip of the Stine iceberg when it comes to big and small screen adaptations. Here are all R. L. Stine movies and TV shows in order of release. 

Eureeka’s Castle (1989-1995)

The earliest R. L. Stine movie or TV show isn’t an adaptation of one of his books but an original kids’ show, for which he served as head writer. Eureeka’s Castle, which ran from 1989-95 on Nickelodeon, features puppet-based characters developed by the author, including the titular Eureeka, a spellcaster learning – and often failing – to do magic.

Goosebumps (1995-1998)

Churning out more than 70 episodes over three years, the original Goosebumps TV show began airing just a couple of years after the first book in Stine’s long-running series was published, and it is still going strong today. With mostly standalone episodes, the now-iconic piece of ‘90s children’s entertainment scared and delighted an entire generation.

The Nightmare Room (2001-2002)

Airing a single season across 2001 and 2002, The Nightmare Room drew from the 12 books in Stine’s series of the same name. Its opening narration, read by the legendary James Avery, “Don't fall asleep...or you might find yourself in The Nightmare Room,” nods to the famous introduction to each episode of The Twilight Zone, with which Stine has a professional association after writing “The Wrong Room.” It also features plenty of recognisable young stars, such as Frankie Muniz, Kaley Cuoco, Shia LeBeouf and Amanda Bynes. 

When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001)

Starring Christopher Lloyd, When Good Ghouls Go Bad is a direct-to-TV film that aired a week before Halloween in 2001. Lloyd plays a kooky, ill-fated uncle in a fictional town that doesn’t celebrate the spooky season due to a curse. Stine developed the idea and later penned a novelisation to promote it.

Haunted Lighthouse (2003)

As it could only be seen in theme parks in the US, 2003’s Haunted Lighthouse is probably the most obscure Stine project. Shown in 4-D, its ghostly story of two children trapped on Cape Cod was enhanced by water, wind, and other sound and tactile effects during the ride. It also features Christopher Lloyd, this time as a weathered sea captain alongside Lea Thompson and a “Weird Al” Yankovic cameo. 

The Haunting Hour (Movie 2007/TV Series 2010-2014)

The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It (2007) and The Haunting Hour are very loosely based on Stine’s Nightmare Hour short story collection. The first, a 2007 direct-to-DVD movie, has Saw villain Tobin Bell pass a book laden with warnings to a couple of kids, who, naturally, ignore said warnings on Halloween night. 

The second adaptation expands the idea into a full TV series, released three years later and running until 2014. Receiving plenty of praise, it’s darker than its Goosebumps predecessor, with main character deaths, plot twists, and an even creepier atmosphere. 

Mostly Ghostly Movie Series (2008, 2014, 2016)

The Mostly Ghostly series of TV movies includes Mostly Ghostly (2008), Mostly Ghostly: Have You Met My Ghoulfriend? (2014), and Mostly Ghostly: One Night In Doom House (2016), taken from the early ‘00s Stine novels. Each one centres on Max, an 11-12-year-old psychic whose unique ability to see ghosts does nothing for his cratered popularity in middle school. While he befriends two around his age, others have more insidious intent, pulling Max into even more trouble.

Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls (2015)

A soul-stealing circus comes to town in Stine’s 2012 book Monsterville: The Cabinet of Souls, which later formed the basis for a 2015 TV movie of the same name. Descendants star Dove Cameron plays one half of the story’s unrequited romantic duo, each enticed and ultimately preyed upon by two members of Dr. Hysteria’s Carnival of Horrors.

Eye Candy (2015)

Crafted with an MTV demographic in mind, this serialised adaptation of Stine’s 2004 novel lasted for one season. Victoria Justice plays a tech whiz turned detective when her sister disappears in New York, putting her on the trail of a serial killer. Not only is Eye Candy aimed at an older audience, but it also stands out among Stine’s works for being more of a cyber thriller than horror.

Goosebumps (2015/2018)

With Jack Black playing R. L. Stine, the first Goosebumps theatrical films are delightfully self-referential, honouring the legendary creator by having him team up with kids to battle the monsters from his most famous creation. After a gestation period starting in the ‘90s, the first movie finally came out in 2015, and the second, Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween, in 2018, though largely without Black.    

Fear Street Trilogy (2021)

Stine’s most well-known series outside of Goosebumps, the Fear Street books began publication in the mid-90s and have had an on-and-off schedule since. Stine’s most recent revival started just over a decade ago, receiving a boost in attention from Netflix’s three-part film adaptations. 

Released across three weeks in July 2021, the trilogy takes place in three time periods (Fear Street Part One 1994, Fear Street Part Two: 1978, and Fear Street Part Three: 1666) interconnected by a spate of occult-linked slayings. A Stranger Things-aping visual style and synthy soundtrack play into their fun nostalgia, while the blood-splattered action dials up the age rating far beyond kid-friendly.

Just Beyond (2021)

This 2021 Disney+ miniseries was adapted from Stine’s Boom! comic series, with each episode functioning as a standalone story. The first and sixth episodes drew The Amazing Spider-Man’s Marc Webb to the director’s chair and McKenna Grace to a lead role, with each plotline touching on deeper themes of self-esteem, conformity, grief, and more. Unfortunately, Just Beyond has been removed from Disney’s streaming library as of 2023.

Zombie Town (2023)

Reuniting original SNL cast members Chevy Chase and Dan Ackroyd, Zombie Town is a Canadian-made version of Stine’s 2000 novel, released in 2023. Stine himself pops up as an enigmatic director whose new movie zombifies an entire town, leaving two teenagers to employ ancient Egyptian mysticism to fight them off. 

Goosebumps (2023-Present)

Goosebumps has been back on our TV screens since 2023. The reboot adopts an overarching, serialised story as opposed to the books’ and original show’s anthology format, as well as much grittier visuals and themes. Paying homage to the decade it was born in, this time around, a group of teenagers come up against classic Goosebumps monsters, like the infamous ventriloquist dummy, but also grapple with a 30-year-old mystery from their parents’ pasts. The series second season, Goosebumps: The Vanishing, dropped in January 2025. 

Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025)

Released in 2025, Fear Street: Prom Queen is the fourth instalment in Netflix’s Fear Street film series film series, and the first spinoff of the original trilogy. Set in the same ‘cursed’ town of Shadyside, the movie mostly takes place on senior prom night in 1988, where someone is picking off prom queen candidates. The kills are just as inventively gory as the first three entries, and the climactic reveal casts a deviously fun shadow back on the story.   

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Based on the novel series by Goosebumps author R. L. Stine, Netflix’s Fear Street film trilogy has just become a quadrilogy with the release of Fear Street: Prom Queen—and the streaming platform is already planning a fifth instalment. Set in the fictional town of Shadyside, the franchise encompasses multigenerational tales of conspiracies, the occult, serial killers, and other grisly ways to terrorise its teen residents, mostly in or around the titular Fear Street.

Plans to adapt the books date back to the late 1990s but didn’t take off properly until Stine returned to them in 2014, and Netflix’s three-part film series launched across three weeks in July 2021. With the first spinoff out and more on the way, here’s how to watch all Fear Street movies in order.

Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021)

Each of the original Fear Street trilogy of films from Netflix spans three different periods, though the first one serves as the key ‘anchor’ point for the overarching story. As well as its ‘present-day’ setting, Fear Street Part One: 1994 also establishes the mystery from Shadyside’s past to be solved across the three films: A malevolent force is turning people into mindless, savage killers, rumoured to be the vengeful spirit of Sarah Fier, a woman executed for witchcraft centuries ago. The main protagonist, Deena Johnson, is sceptical until her friend Sam becomes a target.

With undead killers from the murder capital’s past also on the loose, Fear Street Part One: 1994 quickly establishes a rich and murky lore for the series, making the following two films essential viewing to get the full picture.

Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (2021)

Deepening its story and lifting the lid a little on its core mystery, Fear Street jumps back 16 years for this direct sequel, Fear Street Part Two: 1978. Using an extended flashback, Stranger Things’ Sadie Sink stars as a younger version of C. Berman, played by Gillian Jacobs in the present day of 1994, who survived the infamous Camp Nightwing Massacre of 1978.

Here, Fear Street goes full-on Friday the 13th with its slasher summer camp setting, filled with teen rebellion, bullying, and eerily similar murderous circumstances to what Deena and her friends experienced in Part One. Berman’s tragic tale of survival against the odds is one of Fear Street’s emotional high points, also providing vital pieces of the puzzle for Deena and the audience to fit together for the finale.

Fear Street Part Three: 1666 (2021)

The third and final part of the first three Fear Street films finally brings the disparate eras and scattered story fragments together. Fear Street Part Three: 1666’s Puritan setting will be familiar to those who know their witchcraft history. Some mystical out-of-body shenanigans put Deena and the viewers right at the centre of accused witch Sarah Fier’s origin point. It also provides an origin point for the dark shadow cast over Shadyside for hundreds of years. 

While half the film is set in 1666, the remaining portion comes full circle, returning Deena to 1994 armed with the information she needs to try and end the curse. The gruesomely creative kills and neon-soaked colour palette are the Fear Street trilogy’s initial draw, but its staying power is rooted in its unique time-displaced structure, crafting an absorbing mythology that every entry satisfyingly builds on to feel cohesive rather than perfunctory.

Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025)

The first sequel to the Fear Street film trilogy is a standalone adaptation of a single Stine book rather than a direct continuation. While you could watch it before the first three, or just on its own, you’re better off sticking to release order, as Fear Street: Prom Queen benefits from viewers already being familiar with Shadyside and its residents’ almost inherent predilection for violence.

Prom Queen mostly takes place on senior prom night in 1988, where the vying candidates for the title are being murdered, one by one. As such, it’s heavily in slasher territory, with the Scream franchise being the clearest comparison point for the school setting, costume, and red herrings. Also leaned on heavily are genre tropes and character archetypes, making it schlockier than the trilogy, but the end twist makes it all worth it.  

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Over a decade since his last solo outing in 2013’s Man of Steel, Superman is back on the big screen, courtesy of James Gunn. 2025’s Superman is a tentpole release for the Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad director’s big revamp of the DC Extended Universe, with the latter (a ‘do-over’ of the similarly named 2016 controversy-stirrer) ushering in his jump to the longtime Marvel rivals. 

As well as the director, the casting of characters as iconic as The Man of Steel always attracts attention, good or bad. So, with the film hitting theatres in July, here’s what you might have seen the cast of Superman (2025) in before, and where to watch them.

David Corenswet - Clark Kent/Superman

Much like Henry Cavill when he took the role, the man in the red and blue is being played by relative ‘unknown,’ David Corenswet. An alien refugee from infancy, Kal-El grows up on Earth as Clark Kent, develops godly powers under our planet’s yellow sun, and eventually uses them in the name of truth, justice and the American way as Superman. But are those values still relevant in a deeply divided world?

Coreswet’s biggest film credit before Superman is horror film Pearl, which has a period setting not too far from the perennial 1930s/40s Supes vibe. He also played villainous storm chaser Scott in Twisters, and one of two Lili Reinhart love interests in reality-shifting rom-com, Look Both Ways. TV-wise, he was bi-con River Barkley in the campy political satire The Politician.  

Rachel Brosnahan - Lois Lane

Clark Kent’s fellow Daily Planet reporter keen to blow the lid on who Superman really is, Lois Lane is (almost) always fated to be the romantic partner of both. It takes an actor with tenacity to take her on, and in looks and temperament, the woman who played The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’s titular trailblazing female comedian makes perfect sense. 

Aside from this, Brosnahan would be familiar to House Of Cards viewers as Rachel Posner (aka ‘Call Girl,’ initially) in the political drama’s first three seasons.

Nicholas Hoult - Lex Luthor

Superman’s archnemesis is billionaire technocrat Lex Luthor, who, as well as possessing the traditionally villainous traits of greed and power, despises the alien superhero for being more beloved than he is. Playing him is Nicholas Hoult, probably the most famous face of the cast.

One of numerous Skins alumni who’ve built enviable Hollywood careers, Hoult’s breakthrough came before the cult British series in another coming-of-age drama, About A Boy. He carved a path in action blockbusters like Clash of the Titans and Jack the Giant Slayer before landing the role of a young Beast in the X-Men films and, later, the unhinged Nux in Mad Max: Fury Road. Since then, he’s switched between quirky historical pieces (The Great, The Favourite) and even darker fare (The Menu, Renfield, Nosferatu).

Skyler Gisondo - Jimmy Olsen

He’s Superman’s best pal and The Daily Planet’s eager ‘boy’ photographer. The part of iconic red-head Jimmy Olsen—who hopefully won’t suffer the same grim fate he did in Batman v Superman—belongs to Skyler Gisondo. 

You’re more likely to know Gisondo from the many TV shows he’s been in rather than his indie films, Booksmart and Licorice Pizza. Most notably, he played one of the titular Righteous Gemstones, Gideon, Sam in mysterious tropical-set series The Resort, and the adorkable Eric in cannibal comedy The Santa Clarita Diet.   

Nathan Fillion - Guy Gardner

Among DC Comics’ Lantern Corps, Guy Gardner may seem like an odd inclusion compared to better-known Green Lanterns like Hal Jordan and Jon Stewart. But Gardner’s popularity with fans as an unlikable rebel with a cause makes the character a welcome surprise in Superman—as is the casting of Nathan Fillion.

Fillion is neither new to working with James Gunn—popping up in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3—or playing a Lantern, though this is the first time he’s done the latter in live action. He’s best known to armchair detectives for personifying author-sleuth Richard Castle in Castle and to nerdier viewers for the beloved Joss Whedon show, Firefly.

Isabela Merced - Kendra Saunders/Hawkgirl

Superman’s fellow Justice Leaguer Kendra Saunders, aka Hawkgirl, is one half of an avian hero pair alongside her fated beau, Hawkman, who showed up in the DCEU’s Black Adam. Both are aliens who have been reincarnating on Earth since ancient Egyptian times, heavily influencing their costumes.

Isabela Merced’s profile has been significantly raised as Dina in The Last of Us’ second season. She was also one of the unfortunate young crew in Alien: Romulus, teen superhero Anya Corazón in Madame Web, plucky scavenger Izabella in Transformers: The Last Knight and the lead part in Dora and the Lost City of Gold.

Edi Gathegi - Michael Holt/Mister Terrific

Terrific by name, terrific by intellect: Michael Holt is the second character in the comics to have the Mister Terrific mantle, is an on-off Justice League member, and a whizz with technology. Arrow devotees will remember him appearing in the latter half of the CW series, played by Echo Kellum.

As for Ed Gathegi, Twilight heads who never forget a face might clock him as the morally ambiguous Laurent. But Gathegi is more prolific in TV than film, including two editions of The Blacklist, the crypto crime thriller StartUp and Ronald D. Moore’s alternative space race epic, For All Mankind.

María Gabriela de Faría - Angela Spica/The Engineer

Originally part of the defunct Wildstorm Universe, which was folded into the DCU, Angela Spica became the second ‘Engineer’ in The Authority team when she infused her blood with her deceased predecessor's nano-tech, becoming part-human, part-liquid metal. Her allegiances can be as malleable as her body.

Playing The Engineer will be María Gabriela de Faría’s biggest role yet, being best known before Superman for another comic book adaptation, Deadly Class, in which she was student assassin Maria Salazar.

Anthony Carrigan - Rex Mason/Metamorpho

Anthony Carrigan’s distinctive appearance makes him an excellent choice for the shapeshifting Metamorpho. Originally a classic Batman and Superman antagonist, Rex Mason has since turned over a new leaf to become a founding member of the Outsiders and later a Justice Leaguer.

This isn’t Carrigan’s first DC rodeo or taking on a smooth-shaped villain, having played twisted murderer Victor Zszaz in Gotham and a killer robot in Bill & Ted Face the Music. You may also know him from the darkly funny HBO show Barry or darkly fantastical Death of a Unicorn.

Frank Grillo - Rick Flag Sr.

As is clear in the name, Rick Flag Sr. is the father of The Suicide Squad’s Rick Flag Jr. Grillo has already had a test run inhabiting the hardened General in the DCU animated web series Creature Commandos, where he had a run-in with the mentally and physically unstable villain, Clayface.

Grillo is well-accustomed to portraying griseled men of action, having played one of Captain America’s deadliest adversaries, Crossbones, in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, the unkillable Roy Pulver in Boss Level and ruthless cop Leo Barnes in The Purge: Anarchy.

Wendell Pierce - Perry White

Unlike his alliterative and hot-headed Marvel equivalent at the Daily Bugle, the Daily Planet’s Perry White is a steadfast editorial leader and boss to Clark, Lois, and Jimmy. He’s played by industry veteran Wendell Pierce, whose star has been on the rise of late.

Cast your mind back to groundbreaking series The Wire, and his face should slot into place with Detective Moreland, aka ‘Bunk.’ He’s also had major roles in legal drama fave Suits and Selma, where he chronicled Martin Luthor King Jr.’s famous 1965 march for civil rights.

Sara Sampaio - Eve Teschmacher

Eve Teschmacher is unique among the Superman character roster in that she’s a movie original, debuting as Lex Luthor’s weary assistant/girlfriend in the first Richard Donner film. Since being inducted into the comics’ continuity, she’s become a fixture across DC’s media pantheon, though sometimes under alternate names, such as Tess Mercer and Mercy Graves.

She’s played by Sara Sampaio, the greenest of the actors on this list, stemming from a modelling background. Her most noteworthy credits before this include AI thriller Wifelike.

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Hollywood is a place where the streets are quite literally paved with gold–or at least, gold stars. There’s so much money being pumped into the film industry these days that we simply had to take a look at the most expensive movies ever made, and we can even tell you where to watch them all.

After the release of Netflix flick The Electric State, it was revealed the Russo Brothers’ movie was one of the most expensive productions of all time. That’s a mind-blowing fact, and one that the streaming service might end up regretting given the reaction to the release.

But, it still opens up a fascinating discussion on the true cost of filmmaking. So, here are the most expensive movies ever made, without adjusting the budgets for inflation, and where you can stream the films in question.

1. Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) - $447m

In a galaxy far, far away, the most expensive movie of all time was crafted by J.J. Abrams and co. Star Wars: The Force Awakens delighted fans in 2015, ten years after the previous instalment in the Skywalker Saga, and it brought back the original trilogy heroes Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher; which is probably why it cost so much to make.

The film cost a whopping $15m more than its nearest competitor, but based on how incredible it is and how special it was to return to George Lucas’ world and see those characters again, we’d say it was worth every penny.

2. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) - $432m

Bringing dinosaurs back to life is clearly a very expensive venture, and no expense was spared in bringing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom to the silver screen back in 2018. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas-Howard led the reboot of the classic film series in 2015, and they returned with this sequel from J.A. Bayona, which explored the morality of profiteering off of dinosaurs and put the story into a haunted house setting.

It’s an interesting paradox that this film’s themes are mirrored by the real world success of the franchise; but hey, dinosaurs are cool, and cool things deserve to make a lot of money.

3. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - $416m

If you hadn’t guessed already, making films about a giant war in space can see production costs rack up pretty quickly, and the Star Wars dominance of this list continues with the much-maligned Skywalker Saga closer from 2019. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, made plenty of missteps when it comes to the story at the heart of it, and was a very disappointing end to the beloved franchise for most fans.

Costing a massive $416m to make, let’s just say it’s a good job this film made over $1 billion at the box-office, because it certainly didn’t get any critical success.

4. Fast X (2023) - $379m

The Fast and Furious franchise is all about family, fancy cars, speed, and hard-hitting actions, but none of that comes cheap; just look at the budget for Fast X if you don’t believe us. With each new entry in the franchise, it seems Dominic Toretto and his crew get up to crazier and crazier stunts and after F9 took things into the stratosphere, literally, the tenth movie needed to step up with something even bigger.

Ultimately, like a lot of films these days, it’s the massive cast that take up a huge chunk of the production budget, and they spared no expense on Fast X in assembling every major player from the franchise.

5. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011) - $379m

The first of two movies from this franchise to make the list, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, matched the production budget of Fast X, which is saying something, especially given it was made more than ten years earlier.

As well as an A-List cast, the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise also boasts some of the most impressive CGI in movie history. That can be pretty expensive, of course, but the fact it still remains among the best and most convincing even by today’s standards is testament to money well spent back in 2011.

6. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) - $365m

You were probably wondering when we’d see an Avengers movie on this list, but like us, you’re likely surprised that it’s Avengers: Age of Ultron that had the biggest budget in the entire MCU. With a smaller team of heroes, you’d think Joss Whedon and co. could have kept costs to a minimum a decade ago, but alas, bringing evil robots to life can be almost as expensive as resurrecting dinosaurs, it seems.

Avengers: Age of Ultron made a lot of money at the time, and while it didn’t quite get the buzz of its predecessor upon release, most Marvel fans have given the film a positive reassessment over the years.

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019) - $356m

OK, now this is the one we thought would be higher up the list. When Marvel assembled quite literally every single hero to date in its epic conclusion to the Infinity Saga, the studio no doubt broke the bank to pay each member of the star-studded cast for Avengers: Endgame. And that’s before we even get into the mind-boggling amount of CGI that went into the film.

Still, Avengers: Endgame made just under $2.8 billion at the box-office, so it’s safe to say Marvel made a wise investment with that $356m budget. Plus, it’s one of the greatest superhero movies ever made, so credit where credit’s due.

8. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) - $351m

Post-Covid, movies just seem to be getting more expensive, but to be fair, when you’re dealing with a magic superhero flying through the very fabric of reality in the multiverse, you’re going to need to spend some cash to make that look good. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is an ambitious project, to say the least, but you can’t deny it does have a distinct and effective visual style.

There’s also the small matter of that impressive roster Marvel put together for the Illuminati. Patrick Stewart surely doesn’t come cheap, and the fact he’s back for the Avengers: Doomsday cast along with a million other actors suggests we could be adding a new entry to this list very soon.

9. Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) - $350m

The third highest-grossing movie of all time–behind Avengers: Endgame and its own predecessor–Avatar: The Way of Water was always going to cost a pretty penny. The worlds that James Cameron builds on Pandora and beyond are truly stunning, and a real technical achievement, but to make it all work, the franchise has cost upwards of $550m already, with more to come.

Cameron is continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible with digital filmmaking, and the funny thing is, he keeps on making incredible returns at the box-office to make it all worth it and fund the next adventure.

10. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) - $330m

Honestly, of all the movies on this list, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is probably the most difficult one to defend when it comes to justifying such a bloated budget. To spend $330m on a film and yet still produce something as that nightmare-inducing version of M.O.D.O.K is quite bizarre, really, and it’s difficult to know where the money actually went, as it surely didn’t go to the CGI department.

While the film has its highlights, including the backstory behind Kang the Conquerer, Scott Lang’s threequel is a real disappointment, especially after the first two movies in his mini series were so much fun. It was also a flop at the box-office for Marvel, which must have hurt given the studio’s impressive run of success beforehand.

Honourable mentions

• Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny - $326m
• Avengers: Infinity War - $325m
• The Electric State - $320m
• The Marvels - $307m
• Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End - $300m

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It feels like an eternity (or perhaps, an infinity) since the last Avengers team-up, and by the time we get to Avengers: Doomsday in 2026, it will have been seven years since we saw all of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes on the same battlefield.

The MCU has been through a tough time of it lately, with a few critical misses, but things seem to be back on track thanks to the positive reaction to Thunderbolts* and the hype around The Fantastic Four: First Steps later this year.

If you’re invested in the MCU to this point, then you’ll know that the Avengers: Doomsday cast is absolutely huge, and very, very exciting, too. With so many names in there, it’s important to understand where all the key characters are as we close in on the release of this massive event movie. So, here’s every movie you need to watch before Avengers: Doomsday, and details on where to stream them all.

Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame

OK, let’s go way back to that last team-up for all the Avengers, new and old. The double-bill of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame will not only refresh your memory on the strength in numbers the superteam possesses, but it’s also just a great time to remind yourself just how amazing the MCU can be at its peak.

Plus, with Robert Downey Jr. back in the MCU, albeit as a very different character this time, it’s worth a look at how his time as Tony Stark AKA Iron Man came to a close back in 2019.

Thor: Love and Thunder

Chris Hemsworth is still going strong as our favourite Asgardian, and with four solo movies to his name, Thor is now the most prolific of the original Avengers team when it comes to MCU outings. His most recent, Thor: Love and Thunder, saw the God of Thunder team up with his ex-girlfriend, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) to take on Gorr the God Butcher, and by the end, he had a new, far younger teammate by his side.

It may not be a highlight in the MCU, but Thor: Love and Thunder is essential if you want to know what the mighty Mjolnir wielder is up to.

Captain America: Brave New World

With Steve Rogers now gone (but never forgotten), it’s up to Sam Wilson to take on the mantle of Captain America, and the former Falcon has not had an easy time of it in the early days of his tenure in the stars and stripes.

Captain America: Brave New World not only sees Sam (Anthony Mackie) ramp up his reputation as the new Cap by taking down President Ross’ Red Hulk, but also leads him to lay the foundations for the new Avengers team he’s putting together ahead of Avengers: Doomsday. Make no mistake, Sam will be a leading figure by the time Doom arrives next year.

Thunderbolts*

Before the release of this film, we had all imagined the likes of Red Guardian, Ghost, and US Agent would be very expendable. But, they’ll all be joining Yelena (Florence Pugh) for Avengers: Doomsday, and actually the team in Thunderbolts* have become far more important than we (or indeed, they) ever expected.

Not only do you need to know what’s going on with Sentry (Lewis Pullman) ahead of the next Avengers movie, but this whole band of misfits might just be the first team that Earth turns to when the next big threat bears down on the planet.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Even more crucial, though, will be the likes of Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal) and Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby) who, alongside Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) comprise the cast for The Fantastic Four: First Steps. And, as any comic book aficionado will tell you, you can’t have Doctor Doom without Marvel’s first family.

Of course, this one isn’t out just yet, but it’s just around the corner, and will be absolutely crucial viewing ahead of the Avengers: Doomsday release next year. Be sure to watch this one as soon as you can as the heroes mentioned above are likely to be the frontline in facing Doom.

The X-Men trilogy

By the time Avengers: Doomsday comes around next year, it will have been 20 years since many of the players from the original X-Men trilogy were last seen on screen. Of course some, like Patrick Stewart’s Professor Xavier, have popped up more recently, but with the likes of Mystique (Rebecca Romijn), Nightcrawler (Alan Cumming), and Cyclops (James Marsden) all set to reprise their roles for the new Avengers flick, you’d better refresh your memory on how things went down all those years ago.

It’s a three-for-one deal, this one, with X-Men, X2, and X-Men: The Last Stand to catch up on.

The Marvels

Speaking of random mutants, you’ll have to watch The Marvels, too. That’s not a chore, though, as the team-up of Captain Marvel (Brie Larson), Ms Marvel (Iman Vellani), and Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris) is actually a lot of fun. While it’s a largely self-contained story, we know the young Ms Marvel will be back for Avengers Doomsday at the very least, as will Kelsey Grammer’s X-Men character, Beast, who pops up in the end-credits scene here.

His presence in an alternative timeline alongside Rambeau, who is very much lost in space, could well be the key to bringing the various universes together in Avengers: Doomsday.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

With Chadwick Boseman sadly gone, it will be down to Letitia Wright’s Shuri to don the Black Panther costume and bear the responsibility of Wakanda’s input in the fight against Doctor Doom. She will be joined by Tenoch Huerta, who plays Namor in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Again, comic book fans will know just how powerful Namor is, and he’s a key player in the Secret Wars arc, too, so don’t be surprised to see him have a big role to play in Avengers: Doomsday if Marvel are gearing up for a similar trajectory to the character’s journey in the source material.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

In many ways, we wouldn’t blame you for almost forgetting about Shang-Chi (Simu Liu). His solo movie came out back in 2021, and we’ve not seen him or heard him even mentioned in the MCU since then. But, we know the actor will be back for Avengers: Doomsday.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings features some brilliant fight choreography, and the titular artefacts that give our hero his powers could end up being very useful in stepping up the Avengers’ power levels when they face the might of Doctor Doom.

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

One of the main surviving members of the fight against Thanos, and arguably the most powerful Avenger still left on Earth in the lead-up to Avengers: Doomsday, Doctor Strange will have a massive role to play in the movie, one way or another.

In Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the eponymous sorcerer is tasked with protecting America Chavez (Xochitl Gomez) from Wanda Maximoff. In the process, though, Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) also practically breaks the multiverse, and the incursions mentioned in the movie will very likely be the open door Doom needs to bring havoc to Earth-616.

Deadpool & Wolverine

While neither Deadpool nor Wolverine have been announced for the Avengers: Doomsday cast, there is still plenty to take away from their anti-hero comic book movie to feed into what could occur in the big Marvel flick.

For a start, there’s a whole host of multiversal chaos in Deadpool & Wolverine, which ties in nicely with the events of the TV show, Loki, actually. There’s also the small fact that Channing Tatum’s Gambit, who makes his debut in this movie, is set to appear in Avengers: Doomsday. Get to know him while you can, and don’t be surprised if Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman follow him soon, too.

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

The final film we’ll advise you to watch before Avengers: Doomsday is a bit of an odd one. That’s because the main focus of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is actually on setting up Kang as the MCU’s next big bad. But now, those plans have all been scrapped, and we’re not really expecting any of those breadcrumbs to be picked up at all.

Still, Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man will be part of the team for Avengers: Doomsday, so it’s worth catching up with his last moves at the very least. It’s not the best MCU movie, but you just never know what Marvel will carry into their next, epic Avengers team-up, so it’s best to cover all bases here.

Where to watch all the movies you need to see before Avengers: Doomsday and where they’re streaming online

To watch all of the most important flicks featuring the main players set for Avengers: Doomsday, we’ve got details on where their latest films are playing on streaming services like Disney+, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video.

It’s arguably the biggest sitcom of all time, and its legacy still lives on to this day with adoring fans rewatching classic episodes again and again, but Friends was always more than just the core group of six New York twenty-somethings. In fact, it would have been pretty boring if that was all we saw across the 236 episodes of the iconic comedy series.

Thankfully, the creators were able to persuade some of Hollywood’s biggest and best stars of the time to jump in for the odd cameo here and there. So, we’ve assembled a list of the best guest stars you probably forgot appeared on Friends over the years, plus some details on what you can watch them in right now.

1. Jennifer Coolidge

Friends saved the best until last, with the final season of the show introducing us to Amanda in the episode ‘The One With Ross's Tan’. Jennifer Coolidge played Monica and Phoebe’s old friend, who was hilariously self-obsessed, inexplicably British, and a fantastic dancer despite never having any lessons. Her best moment was when she told Chandler he looked “positively ghastly” after his fake car accident.

Coolidge has enjoyed a return to prominence of late, with her role in The White Lotus producing an abundance of meme-worthy moments once more. She is also (briefly) in the new video game adaptation, A Minecraft Movie.

2. Brad Pitt

Season 8 episode ‘The One With the Rumor’ could well be the best Friends episode ever. It’s certainly the best holiday special, at least, and a big part of the reason that episode works so well is the scene-stealing guest appearance from Brad Pitt as Ross’ high school buddy, Will Colbert. His sheer hatred for Rachel–made even funnier by the fact Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were a couple at the time–produces some of the most hilarious scenes in the whole show.

You’ll be able to watch Pitt take on the role of Cliff Booth again in the recently-announced Once Upon a Time in Hollywood sequel from David Fincher. He’s also done some work behind the camera of late, as one of the producers on Adolescence.

3. Jeff Goldblum

We don’t see an awful lot of Jeff Goldblum in Season 9’s ‘The One With the Mugging’, but the legendary actor brings all of his effortless charm and quirky line delivery as Leonard Hayes, a theater director determined to put Joey through his paces during an audition. He ends up with a bit of a wet leg after Joey lets all his tension (and urine) out upon getting the part.

Most will know Goldblum from his work in the Jurassic Park franchise, where he played Ian Malcolm. He’s also popped up in the MCU as The Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok, and honestly, we’re quite surprised he’s not found his way into the Avengers: Doomsday cast yet.

4. Ben Stiller

And the award for the angriest man in the whole ten seasons of Friends goes to: Tommy, played by Ben Stiller in Season 3’s ‘The One With the Screamer’. Tommy dated Rachel, and while everyone seemed keen on him, Ross saw a very different, very mean side to his love rival. Thankfully, Tommy’s dark side was revealed when he was caught berating the chick and the duck.

Nowadays, Stiller is renowned for being the man behind bringing Severance to the small screen, but his past body of work includes plenty of classic comedies like Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story and Zoolander.

5. Reese Witherspoon

If you thought Rachel Green was a spoiled brat when she first turned up in Friends, the arrival of her sister, Jill, makes Rachel look like an absolute saint. Played by Reese Witherspoon, Jill was such a great supporting character that she stuck around for two episodes, with Season 6’s ‘The One With Rachel's Sister’ and ‘The One Where Chandler Can't Cry,’ during which she dates Ross.

Most recently you’ll have been able to see Witherspoon opposite Will Ferrell in the comedy movie You’re Cordially Invited, but she made her name in early-2000s classics like Legally Blonde and American Psycho.

6. Christina Applegate

It’s hard to decide which of Rachel’s sisters are more annoying. Ask Rachel herself and Jill would probably win that battle, but Joey would have no trouble picking Amy, played by Christina Applegate in Season 9’s ‘The One With Rachel's Other Sister’. Applegate even won the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series after that episode, and returned as Amy again in Season 10’s ‘The One Where Rachel's Sister Babysits’.

Applegate is probably best known for her role as Veronica Corningstone in comedy classic Anchorman, but more recently she was the star of the hit TV show Dead to Me.

7. George Clooney

We’re going all the way back to Season 1 for this Friends guest star appearance, as George Clooney popped up alongside his ER co-star Noah Wyle to play a pair of doctors that double date Rachel and Monica. In ‘The One With Two Parts: Part 2’, things don’t go to plan for the girls, as they’re forced to swap identities to fraudulently claim medical insurance, leading to a disastrous date.

Clooney has so many hits over the years, from Ocean’s Eleven to Gravity. Most recently, he starred alongside Brad Pitt in the Apple TV+ movie, Wolfs.

8. Sean Penn

Another Friends guest star who managed to get invited back for a second episode, Sean Penn appeared in Season 8 as Eric. He was introduced as Ursula’s fiancé, but when he learned she had been lying to him (a lot), he left her for her twin sister, Phoebe. Eric’s awkward humour and that wild storyline gave us one of the greatest one-liners in the history of the show, as he describes Phoebe as “Blursula”.

You’ll have no doubt seen Penn in something before, with the actor appearing in the likes of David Fincher’s The Game, Clint Eastwood’s Mystic River, and more recently, Licorice Pizza.

9. Julia Roberts

Chandler Bing may have been a bit of a loser in high school, but that didn’t stop him being mean to people. We saw him pick on Monica in a flashback, and then, in Season 2’s ‘The One After the Superbowl: Part 2’, we learn that he made Susie Moss’ life miserable, too. Thankfully, Julia Roberts shows up for a blistering guest appearance to get her revenge.

Like her frequent collaborator, George Clooney, Roberts has had a sublime career, starring in iconic pictures like Pretty Woman and Erin Brockovich. She was most recently the star of Netflix’s Leave the World Behind back in 2023.

10. Gary Oldman

While Chandler and Monica were preparing to get married in the aptly-titled two-parter, ‘The One With Monica and Chandler's Wedding’, Joey was starring in a war movie alongside the legendary Richard Crosby, played by Gary Oldman. Joey had a torrid time on set with Crosby, though, getting covered in spit and having to babysit the drunken actor causing him to very nearly miss his best pal’s big day.

Oldman himself is a true legend of the silver screen, having appeared in The Dark Knight trilogy, becoming an Oscar-winner for his turn as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour, and now being the star of the hit TV show Slow Horses.

Where to watch the movies and TV shows featuring the best Friends guest stars streaming online

To watch all of these actors in action away from Friends, you can dive in below to see where their latest films and TV shows are playing on streaming services like Apple TV+, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video.