While action superstar characters like The Terminator and Rambo struggled to find their place in the ‘90s, new action franchises found their footing with a focus on martial arts and more grounded adventures. At the tail end of this era came Jason Statham and his hit Transporter franchise. 

Debuting in 2002, The Transporter became an iconic role for Statham. The franchise itself is a beloved fan favorite, and while it certainly suffered diminishing returns, there’s an argument to be made that there is something for everyone in even its worst entries. You can see for yourself, though, with our guide on watching the Transporter movies and TV shows in order on streaming. 

The Transporter (2002)

Breaking onto the scene in 2002, The Transporter served as something of a breakout franchise for Jason Statham, at the time best known for his work in crime dramas like Snatch and Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels. For The Transporter, Statham gets to demonstrate his martial arts prowess as Frank Martin, a former SAS operative turned shrewd deliveryman. Breaking one of his three rules, Martin finds he has been roped into a human trafficking ring and sets out to put a stop to it before they can kill him. The Transporter is a remarkable film filled with frenetic adventure, and it is definitely one to check out if you’re missing out on classic action films.

Transporter 2 (2005)

The success of The Transporter led to an inevitable sequel, Transporter 2, which shook up the plot by moving Frank out of France and into sunny Florida, as well as temporarily removing him from his highly illegal Transporter jobs. For this outing, Frank is instead doing a favor for a friend and serving as a chauffeur for a kid, but he must spring back into action when the child is kidnapped. In rare form for a sequel, Transporter 2 retained a lot of the same audience. The film is praised for its action and the change of pace provided by the new setting and job for Martin, and Statham is still bringing his A-game.

Transporter 3 (2008)

By 2008, Jason Statham was a bonafide household name for action films, thanks to outings like Crank and Death Race. He’d return to Frank Martin one more time for Transporter 3, but this is the one that saw the franchise start to shift into neutral. This time around, Martin is forced against his will to deliver a package to Budapest with a bomb strapped to his wrist and complete a job another Transporter failed to finish. While die-hard fans of the series were excited to get another entry, most found the concept running a little thin and the action dull by this point. 

Transporter: The Series (2012-2014)

It’s easy to forget the 2010s fascination with taking blockbuster film franchises and turning them into TV series, and after seeing the middling reception to shows like Taken and Limitless, you’d be surprised that studios kept trying. Setting the stage for both of those shows, however, was Transporter: The Series, a 2012 jaunt that ran for two seasons. The show has no direct continuity with the films and follows Martin on a series of weekly adventures. There’s not really an overarching plot on this one; just 24 episodes of action that most fans of the film franchise may not have realized existed. 

The Transporter Refueled (2015)

Come 2015, and the decision was made to reboot the Transporter franchise. Though attempts at a Transporter 4 were made, an agreement couldn’t be reached, and Statham was out. Ed Skrein, perhaps best known for his work in Deadpool and Rebel Moon, would take over the role of Frank Martin alongside the late, great Ray Stevenson as his father, Frank Martin Sr. The film sees Martin Sr. kidnapped, and Martin Jr. tasked with driving around a trio of femme fatales. Unfortunately, The Transporter Refueled just didn’t click with audiences. It didn’t help that Statham’s absence stood out like a sore thumb, as this released the same year he appeared in Furious 7 and at the height of The Expendables franchise. 

All 'Transporter' Movies And TV Shows In Order

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The Blade Runner franchise is expanding again with the upcoming release of Blade Runner 2099. Blade Runner 2099 is a miniseries that will serve as a sequel to the films. While its release date is unknown at the time of writing, the series already boasts a stacked cast, including Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer.

Viewers interested in catching up on the franchise before Blade Runner 2099 can use our guide to find out where to watch every Blade Runner movie and TV show in release date order on platforms like Prime Video, Crunchyroll, and more.

Blade Runner (1982)

Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner is a cyberpunk, dystopian movie that follows “blade runner” Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), whose job is to hunt down and dispose of replicants, aka bioengineered humanoids. When tasked with retiring four illegal replicant trespassers, his sensitive mission becomes even more complicated when he falls in love with a replicant. Blade Runner initially received a lukewarm reception, both commercially and critically. However, the movie is now considered one of the greatest sci-fi dystopian films ever made, popularizing the cyberpunk subgenre and boasting groundbreaking visuals and worldbuilding with thought-provoking themes on the nature of humanity.

Soldier (1988)

Soldier isn’t officially part of the Blade Runner franchise, though writer David Webb Peoples confirmed he intended it to occur in the same universe. In the film, Sergeant Todd "3465" (Kurt Russell) has been raised since infancy by the military to be a killing machine but finds himself obsolete when the military replaces him with genetically engineered soldiers. He tries to find a new purpose on an abandoned colony on the planet Arcadia 234. While it doesn’t boast the scope of Blade Runner, Soldier is still worth a revisit from modern viewers as its small, intimate setting and action-packed premise perfectly frame its exploration of human relevancy in a changing world.

2036: Nexus Dawn (2017)

2036: Nexus Dawn is the first of the three prequel short films released to set the stage for Blade Runner’s long-awaited sequel. The short takes place 13 years before Blade Runner 2049, when Niander Wallace (Jared Leto), the CEO of Wallace Corporation, pitches his idea to lawmakers for a new brand of replicants to use as cheap labor. 2036: Nexus Dawn is just six minutes long, but it masterfully sets the stage for the franchise’s future by capturing Wallace’s greed and unchecked ambition as he goes to extreme lengths to prove that replicants’ potential value as labourers outweighs their risks.

2048: Nowhere to Run (2017)

2048: Nowhere to Run takes place one year before the sequel movie and is set in Los Angeles. The short gives the perspective of a replicant as it follows Sapper Morton (Dave Bautista) attempting to live an everyday life, selling leeches and befriending a young girl and her mother. However, when a group of delinquents attack the mother and daughter, Morton must choose between saving them and revealing his true identity. Bautista offers an excellent performance, capturing the complexity of replicants in such a way that leaves viewers wanting more. The short is also very informative, as Sapper returns briefly in the sequel.

Blade Runner: Black Out 2022 (2017)

While released after 2036: Nexus Dawn and 2048: Nowhere to Run, Blade Runner: Black Out 2022 takes place before the other two shorts, occurring just three years after the events of Blade Runner. Blade Runner: Black Out 2022 is an animated short in which rebel replicants Iggy (Jovan Jackson) and Trixie (Luci Christian) set out to destroy replicant manufacturer Tyrell Corporation, unwittingly paving the way for the Wallace Corporation to rise. The short boasts gorgeous visuals and offers the final piece of the puzzle regarding the post-Blade Runner world, as it establishes the event known as the Great Blackout in the sequel.

Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

Blade Runner 2049 is a sequel to Blade Runner, with Denis Villeneuve taking over directing from Scott. The film takes place 30 years after the events of the original movie, where replicant K (Ryan Gosling) works as a blade runner to retire rogue replicants. When he uncovers a shocking secret about replicants, it forces him to track down the missing Deckard to avoid an all-out war between replicants and humans. Blade Runner 2049 proved a worthy successor to Blade Runner, offering an even more visually dazzling entry that intriguingly expanded the lore and continued probing the original’s idea of what constitutes humanity.

Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2021)

Blade Runner: Black Lotus is an animated spinoff series that takes place between Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049. The series centers on female replicant Elle (Arisa Shida/Jessica Henwick), suffering from amnesia. When she awakens in Los Angeles in 2032 with no memories, she sets out on a mission to solve the mystery of her identity and past. Blade Runner: Black Lotus recreates the Blade Runner universe in visually striking and beautiful animation while matching the cyberpunk aesthetic of the movies. However, it also differentiates itself with an entirely new and intriguing story of an amnesiac replicant seeking answers and vengeance.

Blade Runner 2099 (TBD)

Blade Runner 2099 is the first live-action TV series in the Blade Runner franchise. The series will serve as a sequel to the movies, set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049. It follows Cora (Hunter Schafer), a fugitive on the run who forges an unlikely alliance with replicant Olwen (Michelle Yeoh) to secure her brother’s future. Blade Runner 2099 doesn’t have a release date at the time of writing, though filming wrapped in late 2024. While few details aside from the cast and plot have been released, the premise holds potential for carrying on the Blade Runner legacy and aesthetic.

How To Watch 'Blade Runner' In Chronological Order

The chronological viewing order for the Blade Runner franchise (excluding the non-canonical Soldier) is as follows:

• Blade Runner
• Blade Runner: Black Out 2022
• Blade Runner: Black Lotus
• 2036: Nexus Dawn
• 2048: Nowhere to Run
• Blade Runner 2049
• Blade Runner 2099

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Released during the height of the ’90s slasher resurgence, I Know What You Did Last Summer is inspired by the 1973 YA novel of the same name—though the movie completely changes the plot, keeping just the basic premise intact. In the film, a group of high school seniors accidentally hit a man while driving drunk, and to protect their futures, they make a pact to never tell anyone. But the man survives the encounter and returns for revenge. The movie stars huge names, giving it an all-star ’90s teen heartthrob cast, including Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Ryan Phillippe, among others.

Grossing over $125 million (equalling over $251 million when adjusted for inflation) at the box office, the movie was a huge success. The following year, the film got a sequel with I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, which saw the return of Hewitt and Prinze Jr., who both reprise their roles yet again in I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025). But what has the cast of the original film been up to since the movie’s premiere? Read on to find out! 

Jennifer Love Hewitt (Julie James)

Hewitt had the starring role as final girl Julie James, who becomes the main target in the IKWYDLS franchise. Since her time as a ’90s Scream Queen, Hewitt has gone on to have a massively successful career in television, starring in three hit series. First was her supernatural drama Ghost Whisperer (2005-2010), where she played a medium who could speak with the dead and help them move on to the other side. Next up, she starred in the 2010 made-for-TV movie The Client List, which was inspired by a very real 2004 prostitution raid at an Odessa, Texas massage parlor that was secretly managing an underground network of sex workers. The film was a hit and became a TV series that ran until 2013.

Currently, fans can see Hewitt starring as 9-1-1 operator Maddie in the soapy action series 9-1-1. Each episode sees the people of Los Angeles face unprecedented disasters, from plane crashes to viral outbreaks, terrorist bombings, and more. Off-screen, Hewitt has been married to actor Brian Hallisay since 2013, and they have three kids. 

Freddie Prinze Jr. (Ray Bronson)

Prinze Jr. starred as Ray, Julie’s boyfriend. He was in the car the night they accidentally hit Ben Willis and later returned for both I Still Know What You Did Last Summer and 2025’s I Know What You Did Last Summer. Two years after starring in the original horror hit, Prinze Jr. landed the biggest role of his career: starring in She’s All That as a popular high school boy who makes a bet that he can turn the weird artsy girl (Rachael Leigh Cook) into a prom queen. Little does he know that she’s got some lessons to teach him, and he might be the one learning to change. 

Since then, Prinze Jr. has become a prominent voice actor in shows like Robot Chicken (2005-2022) and Star Wars Rebels (2014-2018). He also voices the character James Vega in the Mass Effect video game franchise. The actor married his IKWYDLS costar Sarah Michelle Gellar in 2002. The two have two kids together. 

Sarah Michelle Gellar (Helen Shivers)

Portraying beauty queen Helen Shivers, IKWYDLS was the first of many horror roles for Gellar, who would go on to become one of the most iconic Scream Queens ever. She later had a role in Scream 2 (1997) before starring in the 2004 mega-hit The Grudge, which cemented her place in horror history. During that time, Gellar also starred in other popular films like Cruel Intentions (1999) and Scooby-Doo (2001), where she co-starred alongside future husband Freddie Prinze Jr. once again.

However, Gellar is best known for starring as Buffy in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In the series, Buffy is one of the chosen “vampire slayers,” but she fights all sorts of evil villains, from demons to monsters and more. The show was a massive hit because it blended themes from campy teen dramas with elements of horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. Running for seven seasons, the show aired 144 episodes from 1997-2003.

More recently, Gellar has seen a career comeback and starred in the 2022 Netflix movie Do Revenge and has a recurring role on Showtime’s Dexter: Original Sin. She’s also slated to return in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. 

Ryan Phillippe (Barry William Cox) 

Phillippe starred as the movie’s bad boy (and borderline antagonist), who thankfully gets what he deserves. Throughout the late ’90s and early aughties, Philippe had a string of high-profile films. He joined costar Sarah Michelle Gellar in Cruel Intentions and went on to star in critically praised films like Gosford Park (2001) and Crash (2004), which controversially won Best Picture at the 78th Oscars. 

More recently, Philippe starred in the 2010 SNL spoof film MacGruber, which parodied the ’80s action series MacGyver. In 2021, he returned for Peacock’s exclusive series adaptation, MacGruber. He also starred in Big Sky (2020) and Prime’s coming-of-age biker drama Motorheads (2025). Off-screen, Philippe had a high-profile marriage to Reese Witherspoon from 1999-2007, and they have two children. He also has another child with his ex, Alexis Knapp. 

Bridgette Wilson (Elsa Shivers)

Wilson had a dramatically fierce career, both rising and falling from fame in an instant. She was one of the hottest stars of the ’90s, but soon after the turn of the millennium, Wilson retired from acting, leaving Hollywood behind. After IKWYDLS, she starred in House on Haunted Hill (1999) and had supporting roles in The Wedding Planner (2001) and Shopgirl (2005). 

In 2000, she married tennis star Pete Sampras, and they have two children.   

Johnny Galecki (Max Neurick)

Galecki played Max Neurick, one of the fisherman’s first victims. Before joining the cast of IKWYDLS, Galecki was already famous for starring in Roseanne and later reprised his role in numerous episodes of the show’s spin-off sequel The Conners from 2018-2019. 

Most notably, he landed the role as Leonard Hofstadter in The Big Bang Theory. Airing 279 episodes from 2007-2019, the show earned an impressive 55 Emmy nominations. Galecki played the co-lead role as Leonard, an experimental physicist at Caltech who falls in love with his neighbor Penny and lives with his neurotic but lovable roommate Sheldon. The show remains iconic thanks to its lovable cast of oddballs and great humor that often incorporates science and fandom. Off-screen, Galecki has a very private marriage to his wife, Morgan. The two got secretly married in early 2024, and they try to keep their relationship out of the spotlight. 

Anne Heche (Missy Egan)

Heche played Missy Egan, the sister of the man who the group initially thinks might be the killer. Although her part in the movie is relatively small, her unsettling and unnerving performance makes her an instant suspect, creating a great red herring for audiences. 

In 1998, the year following IKWYDLS, Heche had a flourishing career starring in hits like Six Days, Seven Nights and the remake of Psycho. However, due to homophobia, Heche’s career stalled virtually overnight when she announced she was in a relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres. In later years, she was able to make a modest comeback, having recurring roles in shows like Hung (2009-2011) and a voice role in the last two seasons of The Legend of Korra (2012-2014). 

Sadly, Heche also suffered from mental illness and had a life filled with ups and downs. In August 2022, she experienced erratic behavior while driving her car through Los Angeles, causing numerous minor accidents before eventually crashing through a residential home, killing her. 

Muse Watson (Ben Willis)

Watson played the hook-wielding killer, Ben Willis. He reprised the role again for the sequel and later went on to have roles in tons more horror films. He starred in some of the Syfy channel’s most iconic original movies, like Dead Birds (2004) and Frankenfish (2004), and appeared in The Last Exorcism Part II (2013). He’s since retired from acting. 

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Celine Song's critically acclaimed Materialists, which candidly and vulnerably depicts the realities of modern dating, doesn't just promise a resurgence in the romance genre, but it reminds the internet that Chris Evans has been in this pool for a long, long time. As one of the most versatile stars of our generation, Evans isn't just known for donning the red, white, and blue shield as Captain America but for best portraying some of the biggest heartthrobs in film. Beginning a true launch in his career with films like Not Another Teen Movie, Chris Evans is a little too good at playing both the tortured artist and the stereotypical jock. 

With Materialists shining in theaters, here are some of the best Chris Evans romance films and where to watch them on platforms like Netflix, Apple TV+, and more.

Materialists (2025)

Following her Academy Award nominated Past Lives, Celine Song returns with the film of the summer featuring a flawlessly cast trio in Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. Lucy (Johnson) is a matchmaker who begins a relationship with the suave and charming Harry (Pascal), but all the while, she's still in love with her ex-boyfriend, aspiring actor John (Evans). Delivering one of the most realistic and deeply vulnerable romantic monologues of the decade, Chris Evans solidifies to everyone watching that the romance genre is his strength. It's one thing to deliver a weighty declaration, but it's another to fully believe the words an actor is uttering, and in Materialists, Evans is a force.

What’s Your Number (2011) 

Before there was Materialists, Anna Faris and Chris Evans reigned in one of the most underrated romantic comedies—What's Your Number? When Ally (Faris) reads an article stating that any woman who has more than 20 exes is unlikely to settle down, she and her neighbor Colin (Evans) attempt to reunite her with one of her exes in order to avoid surpassing the supposed number. But in true romance form, their ridiculous endeavors draw them closer together, making them fall in love instead. The film not only features Evans singing, but it also gives him the opportunity to really play on comedic beats that deliver exquisite banter, a plethora of heart, and an emotional character journey. 

The Nanny Diaries (2007)

Prior to saving the world in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Steve Rogers and Natasha Romanoff, Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson's characters Annie and Hayden were building a love story in The Nanny Diaries. Though the film deals with heavier themes such as abuse, parental neglect, and sexual assault, the budding relationship is one worth rooting for. It's certainly not a romantic comedy, given the darker themes, but the hopeful ending makes it a film that's easy to appreciate. 

Playing It Cool (2014)

Playing It Cool might just be one of the most absurd romantic comedies with meta themes about writers and the genre as a whole, but Chris Evans' Me is still a relatively charming hero to deal with. The actor's romantic comedy roles frequently feature a grand gesture of some sort, but none bigger than the ultimate of breaking off a wedding. The film's wild premise doesn't leave much room to revisit it, but it also stars plenty of great faces to provide entertainment while watching.

Push (2009)

If Taylor Swift's "Coney Island" featuring The National were a romantic relationship, it'd be the one we get between Nick (Evans) and Kira (Camilla Belle) in Push. Paul McGuigan's mostly forgotten sci-fi Push is more of an action film than a romance, but it features some of the most prominent tropes that fans of the genre typically adore, such as second chance, hurt/comfort, and all the pining. As they fight against the opposing forces trying to unleash warfare telepathically, Nick and Kira subtly reunite on the sidelines, making the romantic arc the strongest part of the film. 

Before We Go (2014)

It's worth emphasizing that by the definition of a romance, which guarantees a happy ending, Before We Go isn't a romance. Not even close. However, it is Evans' directorial feature and a relatively decent one at that, which gives viewers a solid romantic drama. For the viewers who appreciate stories that unfold within the span of a few hours and underscore how characters change due to these serendipitous meetings, Before We Go is solid. Also starring Alice Eve alongside Evans, the quiet and vulnerable drama, set in New York, skillfully intertwines themes of loneliness with forgiveness. 

Gifted (2017)

Gifted isn't a true romance by definition either, but as reluctant uncle and primary caretaker of his seven-year-old niece, Mary (McKenna Grace), Frank Adler is inarguably one of Chris Evans' best performances and allows him to challenge himself as an actor. One night out on the town, Frank makes a connection with Bonnie (Jenny Slate), who also happens to be Mary's teacher. While the two of them don't end up in a happily ever after, it isn't hard to assume that by the end of the movie, perhaps there might still be something there. The role allows Evans to bring to life some of his most vulnerable performances to date, and it's an emotionally cozy film for what it showcases. 

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe changed the blockbuster landscape forever, with the interconnected superhero universe quickly becoming the most successful movie franchise of all time. Many elements of the films have become commonplace, chief among them the inclusion of a post-credits scene. Some continue the plot or answer character questions, while others tease future movies. A few even ignore expectations and play the moment for laughs. Sometimes, films have even come with multiple post-credits scenes that play with different tones, building off one another to great effect.

While other MCU films have had strong post-credits scenes (like the fun cameos of Guardians of the Galaxy or the emotional final note for Steve Rogers in Avengers: Endgame), these are the 10 best examples this franchise trend. You can check out all of these films (as well as the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe) on Disney+! 

10. Iron Man 2 (201)

Building on the style that Iron Man had established and The Incredible Hulk had run with, Iron Man 2’s post-credits scene was the first true proof of how far the MCU would be willing to expand the universe. In what would help cement Phil Coulson as a an early constant of the franchise, the Iron Man 2 post-credits scene cuts away to a fallen hammer in the New Mexico desert.

Following two Earthbound takes on big characters like Iron Man and The Hulk, the tease for Thor at the end of Iron Man 2 was a brief but fun little hint toward the tonal juggling act that the franchise was about to embark on to great success

9. Iron Man (2008)

The first MCU film was also the first one to establish the habit of including post-credits teases for future movies, with Iron Man’s relatively straightforward concept opening up an entire world of possibilities. In the post-credits scene, Tony Stark returns home to find Nick Fury waiting for him to discuss the “Avengers Initiative.”

This not only firmly established that the cinematic Marvel Universe expanded far beyond the reaches of Tony Stark’s orbit but also set up The Avengers as the primary pillar of the quickly expanding universe. As a statement of intent and hint toward the future, Nick Fury’s unexpected debut in Iron Man’s post-credits scene is basic but undeniably important.

8. Iron Man 3 (2013)

One of the few completely comedic post-credits scenes in the MCU, the punchline of Iron Man 3’s post-credits scene makes it one of the more memorable in the franchise. Throughout the film, Tony Stark can be heard narrating some of his internal arc, which is treated like a standard cinematic storytelling device. However, the post-credits scene reveals that it’s actually been Tony recounting the events of the film to his friend, Bruce Banner, who is revealed to have nodded off early in the story.

It’s a solid joke about the interconnected nature of the universe, showing how the characters would realistically try to fill one another in about their separate adventures. It’s also perfectly attuned to the comedic style of the film surrounding it.

7. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

After the chaos of Spider-Man: No Way Home, fans might have been expecting a massive lore explanation in the film’s post-credits scene. While the majority of the scene is played for laughs, it laysa seed for a potential crossover with big implications.

After being transported to the primary MCU universe because of the multiversal shenanigans occurring in Spider-Man: No Way Home, Eddie Brock and his symbiote shift briefly from the Venom films to the MCU. However, instead of getting involved in the plot, they hang out, have some drinks, and learn the history of this radically different universe. It’s a good gag that plays into the purposefully goofy Venom films, all while leaving a piece of the symbiote behind that could come into play in the future.

6. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

There are two post-credits scenes in Spider-Man: Homecoming, both of which play off the more playful character-driven tone of the rest of the film. The first one sees Vulture keeping Spider-Man’s identity a secret from other criminals, which also lays the groundwork for potential villain team-ups or conflicts. That little moment does a good job of setting up future storylines while retaining a character focus and connection to Adrian Toomes’ arc in the film.

The second tease is the far more memorable one, however, featuring an extension of Captain America’s lessons about disappointment. It’s one of the funnier beats with Chris Evans’ heroic leader in the MCU and sends audiences off with the same self-aware sense of humor that Spider-Man has been indulging throughout the entire film.

5. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)

While Chris Evans typically played Steve Rogers with a certain seriousness and sweetness, he brought a far fouler sense of humor to his cameo as Johnny Storm in Deadpool & Wolverine. Reprising a variant of the superhero role he played in Fantastic Four, Evans delivers the profanity-laced rant that Deadpool credited to him earlier in the film, which led directly to his brutal death at the hands of Cassandra Nova.

It’s a fun meta beat that also allows someone besides Deadpool be the comedian, all while giving comedy veteran Chris Evans a chance to be immature and goofy in a way The Avengers films never gave him the chance to be as Captain America. Deadpool & Wolverine has one of the funniest post-credits scenes in the MCU, through sheer force of Chris Evans’ cursing out the villain alone.

4. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)

A great fusion of the comedic and plot-centric post-credits teases, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings ends the post-credits scene with a fun beat for the titular hero, his best friend Katy, and MCU fan favorite, Wong. The Doctor Strange supporting character appears before Shang-Chi and Katy to bring them into the world of The Avengers, sharing a call with Captain Marvel and Hulk to discuss the potential origins and power of the Ten Rings.

It’s an exciting tease for Shang-Chi’s importance in the future of the MCU—before turning into a fun characterization moment for him, showing the grounded kung-fu master taking Wong out with Katy for a night of drinking and karaoke. While the other post-credits scene about Shang-Chi’s sister assuming control of their father’s assassins is more dramatic and story-centric, the strength of the other post-credits scene lets Shang-Chi go out on a fun note.

3. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)

The most emotionally effective of the post-credits scenes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever opens up a new chapter for the future after a heartbreaking movie about loss and grief. Following her battle with Namor, Shuri spends time with Nakia and meets her nephew, Toussaint.

After spending so much time with Shuri as she wrestled with the pain of losing her brother and then her mother, this flash of hope and happiness was the best way to give the film a bittersweet farewell. One of the most emotionally focused of the MCU in terms of themes, it’s fitting that the sequel to Black Panther concluded with an emotional reminder that life carries on and that our loved ones who have passed aren’t completely gone.

2. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)

One of the most important post-credits scenes plot-wise in the franchise, Spider-Man: Far From Home’s monumental post-credits scene changed the character’s trajectory in a big way. After returning to New York City with MJ after defeating Mysterio, the MCU debut of J. Jonah Jameson (played by J.K. Simmons after his scene-stealing performance of the same character in the Sam Raimi Spider-Man films) heralded not only the public reveal of Peter Parker’s secret identity but also the accusation that he had killed Mysterio.

The moment led directly to the events of Spider-Man: Far From Home. Unlike many other post-credits scenes in the MCU, Spider-Man: Far From Home’s final moments are a must-see for the future of the franchise and a great little ending note for Phase 3.

1. The Avengers (2012)

The film that cemented the MCU as one of the biggest hits in Hollywood history, The Avengers has two post-credits scenes, which speaks to the tonal versatility of the franchise. Both of these moments are all-time great post-credits scenes, but they are also strong enough to warrant mentioning. The more dramatic of the two firmly establishes Thanos as a new threat for the universe, setting the stage for the next decade of films that crescendoed with the one-two punch of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.

The other moment is a far more grounded and silly beat, showing The Avengers taking a breather to have a meal following the events of the film. It’s a low-key and hilarious moment that nails the comedic undercurrent that is crucial to the MCU’s charms and success. It’s the best of both worlds, and the best post-credits scenes in the entire franchise. 

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Originally released as a manga in 2012, ONE’s manga Mob Psycho 100 made the transition to an anime series in 2016, and the results have been spectacular. The series follows Shigeo Kageyama, known to his friends and family as Mob, who by all accounts is a fairly plain and average middle-schooler. However, he also happens to have psychic powers that are astronomically powerful and, if left unchecked, can cause untold havoc on the world. Thankfully, with a solid support system, like his mentor/grifter Reigen Arataka, Mob will navigate psychic foes and the challenges of adolescence. 

Throughout several seasons, we witness Mob grow from being a meek and shy young boy to a warm and friendly young man, with plenty of psychic battles to boot. The series is known for its simplistic yet shockingly fluid animation, with several episodes that are animation spectacles in every definition of the word. Here is how to watch Mob Psycho 100 in order. 

Mob Psycho 100 Season 1 (2016)

The first season of Mob Psycho 100 spends most of its time not only establishing Mob but also his largest supporting cast. With Mob starting out fairly introverted, it only makes sense to spend the season watching him befriend new people, like the ghost Dimple, the members of the Body Improvement Club and the Telepathy Club, and another psychic named Teru Hanazawa, who has a short-lived rivalry with Mob until he realizes just how outclassed he is. All the while, Mob is holding down a part-time job for Reigen at his business, the Spirits and Such Consultation Office, where Mob does all the work, and Reigen pretends to be a psychic and reaps the rewards.

All this newfound popularity, though, has Mob gain the attention of the nefarious organization Claw, who mistakenly kidnap Mob’s brother Ritsu and are attempting to take over the world using their own psychic powers. So Mob, alongside all of his new friends and allies, have to rescue his brother and thwart their attempts at world domination while also poking fun at just how ridiculous the whole situation they’re involved in is. 

Mob Psycho 100 Season 1 Live-Action (2018)

If you’re not exactly partial to the out-there animation of the first season, Netflix released a live-action adaptation of the first season of Mob Psycho 100 during the lead-up to the second season. This live-action adaptation more or less adapts the events of the first season, though it presents a much more grounded take on the story. Gone is all of the psychedelic imagery and sakuga action in favor of delving a bit more into the characterization of the cast. It deviates from the original source material as the story progresses, and arguably, the jokes are lessened due to the lack of cartoonish exaggeration, but if you’re willing to engage with an alternative take on the first season, this live-action adaptation may be worth checking out. 

Mob Psycho 100 Season 2 (2019)

Following the events of the first season, the second season of Mob Psycho 100 has Mob and his friends firmly on Claw’s radar, with the leader and his executive officers making their way to Mob’s hometown of Seasoning City to confront him. Before that, though, Mob spends a lot more time working with Reigen, which leads him to confront a psychic being far more powerful than himself. Mob also comes to the realization that Reigen is a con-artist who was taking advantage of his abilities. Both of these situations are resolved through non-violent means, but no amount of pacifism can stop Claw’s arrival. 

When they make their presence known in Seasoning City, psychic battles rage in the streets. While some of Claw’s officers surrender of their own volition, most need to be defeated by Mob’s friends and allies. When Mob confronts the head of the organization, it leads to a massive battle that causes a surge of psychic energy that not only changes Seasoning City permanently but also reinforces Mob’s desire to communicate rather than fight.

Mob Psycho 100 Season 3 (2022)

With Claw now defeated, life should become much simpler for Mob in the third and final season of Mob Psycho 100, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Sure, there’s no more evil organization bent on world domination, but now Mob has to do something even harder… confess his love to his childhood crush!

Of course, there’s plenty of fallout from the battle with Claw, like the emergence of a cult dedicated to Mob and even a brief encounter with aliens, but the season focuses on Mob’s self-improvement throughout the show and how he finally has the courage to ask his childhood friend, Tsubomi, out. Unfortunately, such a stressful situation causes him to lose control and forces Mob to face his greatest obstacle—his own insecurities and fears. 

Over the course of its three seasons, Mob Psycho 100 was able to adapt all of the original manga’s 16 volumes, leading to a conclusion that feels well earned. The series is remarkable for having a definitive ending in which all of the characters can move on with their lives, and Mob comes to terms with who he is as a person and what person he wants to be. 

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Ironheart is the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) original Disney+ TV series, and the first solo project for one of the MCU’s newest, brightest heroes. The series sees Dominique Thorne reprise her role as Riri Williams (aka Ironheart), as she navigates the fallout from her creation of an iron suit that rivals that of Iron Man.

Newcomers interested in the series or fans in need of a refresher can use our guide to find out which MCU movies and shows they should watch to best understand and enjoy Ironheart.

The Iron Man Trilogy (2008-2013)

The Iron Man movies are perfect to prepare for Ironheart, especially since Ironheart is considered Iron Man’s successor. Iron Man follows Tony Stark (Robert Downey, Jr.), who goes from a playboy billionaire to a superhero after building an iron suit to free himself from a hostage situation. Iron Man 2 and Iron Man 3 see the consequences of his decision as unsavory figures covet his technology, and he suffers the anxiety and weight of being a hero.

While Ironheart isn’t in the Iron Man trilogy, the films explain her situation, including the inspiration for her suit and the problems that technology like hers and Stark's have created, as they continuously struggle to keep it out of the wrong hands. The Iron Man trilogy is an excellent watch to learn about the hero who passed the torch to Ironheart in the MCU.

Doctor Strange (2016) & Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)

Doctor Strange tells the story of Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), an acclaimed surgeon whose life changes when a car accident damages his hands. As he searches for an unconventional cure, he finds himself swept into a world of magic where the dark dimension threatens to take over Earth. In the sequel, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Doctor Strange embarks on a universe-hopping adventure to protect America Chavez (Xochitl Gomez) from the Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen)

Doctor Strange isn’t directly connected to Ironheart, but it holds an essential introduction to magic in the MCU. Not only does Ironheart’s main antagonist, The Hood (Anthony Ramos), boast magical abilities and a mystical cape not unlike Doctor Strange’s cloak, but the trailer teased Riri herself practicing magic, suggesting Doctor Strange lore may figure significantly into the show.

Back Panther (2018) & Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)

The most important movies to watch before Ironheart are the Black Panther films, especially Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever marks Riri’s MCU debut as the unsuspecting MIT student who is pulled into a bitter feud between Wakanda, Talokan, and the rest of the world when her technology is used to detect Wakanda’s precious vibranium. She quickly takes Wakanda’s side and dons her suit to protect its inhabitants. The lasting impact of the events in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will be explored in Ironheart. Meanwhile, the first Black Panther movie is vital to understanding the sequel and the origins of the vibranium race.

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022)

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law centers on Jennifer Walters (Tatiana Maslany), the cousin of Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo), who struggles to balance her life as a lawyer with her life as the superhero She-Hulk. The miniseries is relevant to Ironheart due to Episode 4, “Is This Not Real Magic.” In the episode, Donny Blaze (Rhys Coiro) misuses the mystic arts and sends a woman, Madisynn King (Patty Guggenheim), to an alternate dimension where she meets a demon. It’s a rare instance of demons in the MCU that could prove crucial to Ironheart, given that The Hood gains his powers and mystical artifacts from a Nisanti demon.

‘What If…?’ Season 3, Episodes 5-6 (2024)

Viewers will want to watch two episodes of the anthology series What If…? to see alternate versions of The Hood and Riri. What If…? Season 3, Episode 5, “What If… the Emergence Destroyed Earth?,” follows Riri in an alternate world where the Emergence split the Earth apart and led to the rise of the oppressive Federation. Riri joins several other heroes in the Alliance to end the Federation's power. The episode is a wonderful, touching exploration of Riri’s spirit and passion, and also demonstrates how much of an asset she truly is to the superhero world.

Meanwhile, What If…? Season 3, Episode 6, “What If… 1872?,” takes place in an alternate universe where Xu Xialing (Meng'er Zhang) flees to America for a better life, only to succumb to The Hood’s plan to brainwash and enslave Chinese immigrants. While The Hood isn’t the same Hood seen in Ironheart, the episode is a fun introduction to the character, their powers, plans, and those who yearn for their mantle. 

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Beverly Hills Cop remains one of Hollywood's freshest fish-out-of-water stories, and over four decades later, Axel Foley's is still a force to be reckoned with. From its 1984 debut right through to Netflix's revival, the franchise has carved its place in action-comedy history. Eddie Murphy's wise‑cracking detective challenged stereotypes and launched an avalanche of buddy cop clones.

While the sequels were a mixed bag of success and failure, the franchise took advantage of the nostalgia trend by releasing Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F in 2024, which earned some of the highest audience approval scores since the original. Since Axel Foley has clearly still got it, here's how to watch all the movies in the series in order.

Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

Beverly Hills Cop introduced viewers to street-smart Detroit detective Axel Foley, who is thrust into the posh world of Beverly Hills to investigate the murder of his childhood friend Mikey. He quickly discovers Mikey was mixed up with shady underground dealings tied to a local art gallery and smuggling ring. Undercover in disguise, Axel infiltrates warehouses, tricks gallery owner Victor Maitland, and stages a wild sting that culminates in a warehouse shootout. Along the way, he butts heads and bonds with Beverly Hills detectives Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold) and John Taggart (John Ashton). These unlikely allies tear through drug-packed coffee crates, dodge corrupt customs officials, and chase down cartel kingpins in slickly choreographed scenes.

Beverly Hills Cop II (1987)

Set two years after the first film, Beverly Hills Cop II begins when a wave of brazen Alphabet Crimes plague the citizens of Beverly Hills. The crime spree, in which each heist is marked by a single letter, turns personal when Axel's old friend, Captain Bogomil, gets gunned down during an armored car robbery. After hearing about the incident, Axel returns to California, teaming again with Rosewood and Taggart to solve the case. This time, he clashes with a new police chief determined to shut down the investigation. Still, Axel uncovers a weapons trafficking operation. In a trademark Foley move, he infiltrates a gun club, traces bullets, and ultimately hijacks a cement truck to chase the bad guys. The film was a box office hit despite some mixed reviews from critics.

Beverly Hills Cop III (1994)

Beverly Hills Cop III sees Axel Foley return to sunny Beverly Hills once more following the murder of Inspector Todd, his boss in Detroit. The trail leads him to a Beverly Hills theme park called Wonder World, which is doubling as a counterfeiting sanctuary. Reunited with Rosewood (now in special operations) and newcomer Jon Flint, Axel navigates rollercoasters, Ferris wheels, and spooky backstage corridors to rescue park owner Uncle Dave and expose the ringleader. Sadly, the third movie in the franchise was essentially a flop that was maligned by critics and audiences. After its disastrous box office performance, Murphy described it as the "weakest film in the series."

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2024)

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F follows Axel, now seasoned Detroit detective, who is pushed to reconnect with his estranged daughter Jane (Taylour Paige), a hotshot L.A. defense lawyer. When Jane's life is threatened over a cartel-linked murder trial, Axel flips his world upside-down. He teams up with Billy Rosewood (now a PI), the suspicious but strangely helpful Detective Bobby Abbott (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), and his old pal Taggart (now BHPD chief) to do a deep dive into corruption. Although the movie received mixed reviews from critics, it was a hit with viewers and quickly became the most streamed film on Netflix for almost two weeks.

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Lethal Weapon exploded onto the scene in 1987 with Mel Gibson's death wish-driven Martin Riggs and Danny Glover's straight-laced Roger Murtaugh. At the time, it reshaped the buddy cop template, blending visceral action, razor-sharp dialogue, and a surprising amount of emotion. Its success generated three sequels. And in 2016, the franchise got a slick television reboot.

From diplomatic drug rings to dangerous hitmen, the storylines packed substance with swagger. After a shaky start, the small screen translation also found its footing. So whether you caught them at the cinema or on the couch, this franchise is a year-round good time. Here's a complete guide detailing all Lethal Weapon movies and TV shows in the correct watch order.

Lethal Weapon (1987)

Lethal Weapon follows LAPD narcotics Sergeant Martin Riggs, also a former Special Forces soldier, who is hanging by a thread and suicidal after his wife's death. But everything changes when he's partnered with by-the-books detective Roger Murtaugh, who is just days from retirement. Their reluctant bond ignites when they investigate the suspicious death of a crime boss' daughter, only to uncover a powerfully corrupt heroin ring run by those close to home. Explosive set pieces (like helicopters crashing through ceilings and bomb defusing tension) are balanced by quieter emotional moments. A solid hit with audiences and critics, the movie's gritty mix of thrills and character work turned it into a buddy cop classic.

Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)

Lethal Weapon 2 sees Riggs and Murtaugh facing off with corrupt South African diplomats smuggling gold while shielded by diplomatic immunity. Following a fear-inducing raid on Murtaugh's family home, the duo is reassigned to protect obnoxious federal witness Leo Getz. After an attempt on his life, the pair eventually realizes that the smuggling ring is linked to Leo, who previously laundered money for drug smugglers. The story reaches its boiling point at a massive freighter standoff. The sequel, which delivers more laughs and more action than its predecessor, was a critical and box office success as it refined everything audiences loved about the original.

Lethal Weapon 3 (1992)

Retirement looms for Murtaugh in Lethal Weapon 3, but a violent armored car heist pulls them back into action. Their investigation exposes a rogue LAPD lieutenant trafficking armor-piercing bullets. Midway, they team up with Internal Affairs sergeant Lorna Cole, who becomes Riggs' love interest, and Leo Getz returns to stir up chaos. The film ratchets up the intensity with police shootouts and explosion-packed chases. But there are some somber moments as well, like when Lorna is shot and Riggs finally admits his true feelings for her. The story does feel a little over the top at times, but the chemistry between its lead stars is still as solid as ever.

Lethal Weapon 4 (1998)

Riggs and Murtaugh return for one last ride in Lethal Weapon 4, with the stakes higher and more personal than ever before. Riggs and Lorna are expecting a baby but haven't quite tied the knot, while Murtaugh finds out his daughter Rianne is pregnant and keeping the identity of the father a secret. Their latest case begins with a smuggling bust involving a cargo ship run aground, leading them straight into a violent human trafficking operation. When Murtaugh offers sanctuary to victims of the smuggling ring, the case hits home in more ways than one. The story ends with two new babies, one reunited family, and the kind of heartfelt chaos only Riggs and Murtaugh can pull off.

Lethal Weapon (TV series, 2016–2019)

The Lethal Weapon television reboot brought the buddy cop formula to the small screen with a modern twist. This time, Damon Wayans steps in as veteran LAPD detective Roger Murtaugh, who is trying to keep his stress levels down. Enter Martin Riggs, played by Clayne Crawford, a Texan former Navy SEAL still spiraling after the tragic death of his wife and unborn child. Their dynamic is rocky at first, but as the cases mount, so does their bond. Each episode blends fast-paced action with personal stories, echoing the franchise's signature heart-under-fire approach. As the series progresses, Riggs starts to heal with help from Murtaugh, therapist Dr. Cahill, and a growing found family at the LAPD.

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2025 marks the celebration of one of the most iconic action films ever made, but it's weird that the Rambo sequel is way more important than the original film, right? Based on a character featured in a classic novel, the Rambo films are Sylvester Stallone's other classic franchise, a series of bloody action films that, along with Rocky and its plethora of sequels, cemented Stallone as a legendary action star. 

If you're looking for some throwback action with a ton of explosions, even more violence, and perhaps just a little bit of depth and political commentary, the Rambo series is the one for you. And you're in luck, because we've got this list of how to watch the entire Rambo franchise in order, and where you can find it on streaming. 

First Blood (1982)

Arguably the odd one out of the franchise, but for many, First Blood is still the best of the Rambo franchise. That's because this film, released in 1982 and co-starring the likes of Brian Dennehy, Richard Crenna, and David Caruso, skews closer to the original David Morrell novel than the rest of the franchise does. In this film, John Rambo isn't an invincible everyman who solves every problem with a series of larger and larger explosions. He's a broken human who is pushed to the brink and reacts in the worst way possible. First Blood is a tragedy more than it is an action film, but it is a must-watch if you want to see a different side of John Rambo. 

Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985)

With the release of 1985’s Rambo: First Blood Part II, the franchise may as well have gotten a complete reboot. Gone is a lot of Rambo's everyman mentality, but born here are a bevvy of action star tropes and plenty of fodder for parody films. For First Blood Part II, Rambo is released from a prison camp for a mission to find Vietnam POWs. What is positioned as a find and identify mission quickly becomes a rescue mission. The film is regarded as an action classic, but many downplay that the film has some interesting political and anti-government themes, particularly in Rambo's loyalty to his fellow soldiers and disgust at how they've been treated. 

Rambo: The Force of Freedom (1986)

It was the ‘80s, which meant R-rated properties were, for some reason, incredibly lucrative for children's media. This was the same era where the RoboCop: The Animated Series lit up Saturday mornings, where an Aliens cartoon was developed but never produced, and action figures based on properties like The Terminator and Predator lined shelves. Rambo: The Force of Freedom followed this template, positioning John Rambo as the leader of a special operations team, the titular Force of Freedom, as they combat various evil schemes by the sinister S.A.V.A.G.E. The show only got a single season but enjoyed a healthy run in syndication and was well-regarded for the time. 

Rambo III (1988)

By 1988, the perception of Hollywood action films was changing. The era of the incredibly muscular action star was beginning to fade, but Stallone brought John Rambo back for one more adventure. Rambo III sees Rambo come out of retirement when his close friend and handler Colonel Trautman is kidnapped on a mission. To save him, Rambo finds himself on an explosive adventure in Afghanistan, helping to fight back a Soviet invasion. The film is remembered incredibly poorly today and is largely hailed only for its Guinness World Record as being the most violent film ever made at the time. 

Rambo (2008)

After the successful revival of his Rocky character in 2006’s Rocky Balboa, fans were excited to hear Stallone was going to repeat the formula with a new John Rambo story. Originally intended to be called John Rambo, 2008’s Rambo was met with a lot of the same hype. Unfortunately, Rambo just just didn't stick the landing the same way that Rocky did. This film sees Rambo helping to rescue a band of kidnapped aid workers in Burma, but today, it's largely remembered for its incredibly over-the-top violence in an era where films were largely toning down such action. 

Rambo: Last Blood (2019)

While Rocky may have gotten a heartfelt send-off through passing the torch in the Creed franchise, Rambo took a little longer to get there. Plans for a fifth Rambo film started almost immediately after the release of the 2008 revival, but it took a decade to get one started. Rambo: Last Blood sees Rambo living in isolation with an adopted family, but he must return to his old ways when his adopted niece is forced into prostitution by a cartel. Fans expecting something tonally close to Creed were probably surprised, as Last Blood was panned for its reliance on violence and tropes, as well as some stereotypical caricatures of people of color, particularly with its Mexican cartel villains. 

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In 1996, the iconic children's publisher Scholastic debuted a new novel series called Animorphs. The books sees a group of kids receive special powers from an alien named Elfangor. Now, they can take the shape of animals to help protect Earth from an evil parasitic alien species known as the Yeerk. After quickly becoming a massive success, the books received a TV series adaptation that ran for two seasons from 1998-2000. 

Known for its great effects, surprisingly mature storyline, and its often dark sci-fi tones that were genuinely scary, Animorphs developed a loyal cult following among both young and older viewers. In 2000, the series was cancelled, but there’s since been word of a potential movie on the horizon. Read on to find out how to watch Animorphs in order, including info about the potential upcoming film. 

How To Watch 'Animorphs' In Chronological Order

• Animorphs Season 1 (1998)
• Animorphs Season 2 (1999)
• Animorphs movie (TBA) 

Animorphs Season 1 (1998-1999)

In the first season, audiences meet the group of teenagers (changed from kids in the book series) who encounter the alien Elfangor. He tells them that Earth is in great danger from a parasitic alien race known as the Yeerk, which infects people and takes over their bodies, similar to Invasion of the Body Snatchers. To fight the Yeerk, he gives the teens the ability to morph into animals—making them the titular “Animorphs.” 

Meanwhile, a group of infected Yeerk humans have created a cult called The Sharing, which is designed to deceive and manipulate humans into giving up their free will and submitting themselves to the alien race. Throughout the first season, the Animorphs fight the Yeerk and try to convince their friends and families not to give in to The Sharing cult. 

Animorphs Season 2 (1999-2000)

The second season continues the battle between the Animorphs and the Yeerk, but it also introduces other plotlines as well, revealing more about the teens’ lives outside of their supernatural battles. The season also introduced audiences to the android race, the Chee, which originally appeared in Book 10, The Android. 

The book series concluded with the 54th novel, The Beginning, which ended the Animorphs franchise on a bleak note—especially for a children’s book series. It revealed there’s an even bigger alien threat on the horizon called The One, and that the teens are now unsure about whether their actions against the Yeerk were justified or immoral. Complicating their emotional battle further is the realization that The One is now trying to assimilate all life in the universe.

Luckily, the show ended on a much more upbeat note, with the teens celebrating their victory at a school dance. It’s unclear whether the series was cancelled before or after production on the second season wrapped, and whether it was originally intended for more episodes. 

Untitled Animorphs Movie (TBA)

In 2020, it was announced that Animorphs would receive a film adaptation. The Hollywood Reporter revealed the news in an exclusive story, saying that Scholastic was also planning on re-releasing the books as a graphic novel series. “The central themes of Animorphs have resonated strongly with kids for more than two decades,” Scholastic VP Iole Lucchese told the publication, “and the time is right for a feature film that takes this captivating sci-fi adventure to another level for audiences today.”

In 2022, fans got another, somewhat disappointing update. Animorphs co-author Michael Grant posted to X saying that he was distancing himself from the film project, citing “creative differences..” While the news could come as a blow to fans of the franchise, his post still implies that production is underway, which is good news for anyone hoping for a movie. 

Since then, there hasn't been any other publicly announced info on the movie. However, the graphic novel adaptations are underway, with the first being released in 2020, and most recently, the sixth book, The Capture, releasing in March 2025. So the franchise is still very much alive, and the hope for a film lives on.  

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Those familiar with Stephen King know the author likes a good self-reference. To a Cujo reference in Pet Sematary to Dolores Claiborne showing up in one of Jessie’s visions in Gerald’s Game, King has created his own shared universe for his fictional creations. However, one popular theory links two of his most famous villains: Pennywise and Randall Flagg. 

The theory doesn’t just imply Pennywise and Flagg exist in the same universe but that they are the same entity. While it may seem far-fetched, a proven connection already exists between them—a cosmic turtle.

'The Dark Tower' Series And 'It' Are Already Connected

Cosmic turtle? Yup. You read that write. If you haven’t read King’s work, Maturin, also called “the Turtle,” is a cosmic entity credited with creating the main universe where King’s novels take place. While Maturin plays a substantial role in the novel It, Andy Muschietti’s It and It: Chapter 2 regulates him to sneaky references, and the 1990 It miniseries starring Tim Curry mentions him even less. However, the Turtle’s absence from the big screen doesn’t change the fact that Maturin exists and also plays a role in The Dark Tower book series.

There, he functions as one of the 12 Guardians of the Beams. The “Beams” in question refer to the metaphysical girders responsible for upholding the titular Dark Tower. You know, simple stuff? Jokes aside. Maturin plays a vital background role in The Dark Tower books. Although Nikolaj Arcel’s The Dark Tower movie doesn’t mention him, the books effectively link the two stories—and thus the films based on them.

Pennywise And Randall Flagg Have Similarities

Pennywise might be known as everyone’s not-so-favorite dancing clown, but, really, he is just a guise for a cosmic, inter-dimensional entity, which makes It a lot more sci-fi than it appears on the surface. Some associate Pennywise with a giant spider (remember that goofy special effect at the end of the 1990 miniseries? Or the slightly more menacing spider-clown hybrid in It: Chapter 2?). However, Pennywise’s true form is the Deadlights. You know those groovy, orange-yellow lights lurking in the depths of his throat? One look at those babies, and the viewer goes insane, allowing it to feed. 

The Deadlights also exist in The Dark Tower series, appearing when the Crimson King—the story’s big bad—ascends the Dark Tower. While Pennywise never directly features in those books, Randall Flagg does, and some think he and Pennywise are one in the same.

Flagg debuted in 1978’s The Stand but also plays the Crimson King’s right hand throughout The Dark Tower saga. Comparing Pennywise and Flagg side by side reveals a lot of similarities. For starters, both are ancient beings capable of shape-shifting and creating illusions to ensnare their victims. With the Deadlights very much around in the Dark Tower, it’s possible the entity known as Pennywise assumed the form of Randall Flagg—or whatever alias Flagg is going by at the time.

Are Pennywise And Randall Flagg Actually The Same Entity? 

The answer here appears to be...maybe. King himself actually commented on the theory after Screen Rant published an article pitting Pennywise and Flagg against each other. In a since deleted tweet, King wrote, “Have they not considered the possibility that THEY ARE THE SAME ENTITY?” Whether King was dropping a bombshell or just having some fun is unclear, considering he precedes the tease by saying, “Screen Rant asks the question America cares about most (not).” Still, with so much overlap between It and The Dark Tower series, it’s certainly possible.

Even if Flagg and Pennywise are separate beings, entities like Pennywise lurk within The Dark Tower books. Dandelo, known to take the form of a comedian called Joe Collins, feeds on human emotions, like laughter, which sounds a lot like Pennywise’s appetite for fear. King has said the two—though similar—are not the same entity, but the same species. Some even suspect Dandelo may be Pennywise’s offspring since the creature laid eggs in its sewer lair at the end of It.

So, even if Randall Flagg and Pennywise aren’t the same, there is enough evidence to support that Flagg must have crossed paths with entities like Pennywise—if not Pennywise itself—during his inter-dimensional travels.

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Lindsay Lohan is an icon, particularly to millennial audiences who grew up watching her shine as a child and teen actor in movies like The Parent Trap and Mean Girls. Following years of personal struggles, Lohan is finally making her long-awaited comeback. In 2021, she signed a deal with Netflix to star in several films on the platform, starting with Falling for Christmas.

Lohan is returning to her Freaky Friday role for the sequel Freakier Friday, which reunites her with on-screen mom Jamie Lee Curtis. This guide will go over the best Lindsay Lohan movies and where to watch them on streaming services like Disney+ and Netflix.

The Parent Trap (1998)

Undoubtedly one of the best performances by a young performer, Lindsay Lohan was so good in The Parent Trap that many viewers assumed Hallie and Annie were played by real identical twins rather than a single actor. In this iconic remake, Lohan plays twins separated as infants who, upon discovering that they are sisters, hatch a plan to reunite their parents, played by Dennis Quaid and Natasha Richardson. It’s a charming story and an impressive feature film debut for Lohan, who was just 11 years old during filming.

Mean Girls (2004)

After The Parent Trap, Mean Girls is Lohan’s most memorable film performance. She plays Cady Heron, a teenage girl who must adjust to a typical American high school after spending most of her life being homeschooled in Africa. Cady quickly learns her school is dominated by popular clique the Plastics, led by Regina George (Rachel McAdams), but her efforts to take down the queen bee cause her to lose sight of herself. The movie has since received a remake, with Mean Girls (2024) adapting the Broadway musical based on the film. It even features appearances from some of the original cast, including a cameo by Lohan herself.

Freaky Friday (2003)

Lindsay Lohan stars in another family-friendly remake: 2003’s Freaky Friday. In it, she and Jamie Lee Curtis play a bickering mother and daughter who switch bodies and must live in the other one’s shoes until they can reverse the magic. Both Lohan and Curtis deliver impressive performances as a teenage girl and a middle-aged woman—not to mention a teenage girl pretending to be a middle-aged woman and vice versa. Though it has been rightly criticized for employing some dated Chinese stereotypes, Freaky Friday’s emphasis on cross-generational understanding and mother-daughter bonds remains moving to this day.

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004)

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen is perhaps Lindsay Lohan’s most underrated movie. In it, she plays Lola, a theatrical teenager who is frustrated by her family’s move from New York City to a New Jersey suburb. Lola’s many lies and obsession with the superficial made her incredibly unlikable in the eyes of critics at the time. However, over 20 years later, Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen is worth another look for its depiction of the rich, complex, and imaginative inner lives of young girls. Lola may be selfish and dramatic, but she’s also a teenager responding to big changes in her life and making typical teenage mistakes, and Lohan’s performance makes what could be a frustrating character someone to root for.

Life-Size (2000)

Life-Size is the first of two made-for-TV movies Lindsay Lohan starred in during the early ‘00s. Here, Lohan plays a young girl who, while trying to resurrect her dead mother, accidentally brings a doll named Eve (Tyra Banks) to life. Since its release, Life-Size has been praised for its handling of grief, celebration of girlhood, and the significance of Banks, a Black woman, playing the lead. A sequel, Life-Size 2, was released in 2018, though Lohan was unable to appear in it due to scheduling conflicts. Fortunately for fans, Banks has revealed plans to make another sequel, with Lohan possibly returning for Life-Size 3.

Get a Clue (2002)

Lohan’s other made-for-TV movie from the era is 2003’s Get a Clue, which also stars Amanda Plummer and Brenda Song. The story follows Lexy, a teen journalist with an advice column in her high school newspaper, as she investigates the disappearance of a teacher. It’s about as fun, colorful, and predictable as you’d expect from the average Disney Channel Original Movie, but it might be worth watching for the fashion choices alone, which are, to put it lightly, bold.

Herbie: Fully Loaded (2005)

Herbie: Fully Loaded marks the end of an era for Lohan, who was transitioning away from family movie roles at the time. The movie remains the latest installment in the Herbie franchise, which started with 1968’s The Love Bug. In it, Lohan plays Maggie Peyton, the youngest member of a racing dynasty who teams up with a sentient car. Reviews for the film are pretty mixed, with most critics agreeing that Herbie: Fully Loaded is really only meant for young children.

Irish Wish (2024)

Of the three movies she’s made with Netflix so far, Irish Wish is the highlight. It might not be her best or most beloved film; audiences and critics generally panned it for its predictable writing and weak Irish accents. Still, the movie represents a new era for Lohan, whose performance and chemistry with co-star Ed Speleers were seen as Irish Wish’s bright spots. Even if reactions to Irish Wish weren’t the most positive, it reminded viewers of Lohan’s star power and talents as a leading lady.

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From iconic franchises to Hitchcock classics and even films based on real serial killers, Netflix is loaded with great slasher movies that center around sadistic killers preying upon their victims. As the largest streaming service (Variety reported that by early 2025, Netflix had amassed over 300 million users), it’s no surprise that Netflix would have a robust collection of horror films. Considering slasher movies are one of the most popular horror subgenres, it makes sense the streamer would have lots to offer.

Here are the best serial killer movies on Netflix right now. 

Scream VI (2023)

Scream VI was a wild sequel that took Ghostface to the Big Apple as he hunted down sisters Sam and Tara Carpenter. This is actually the second time Ghostface has appeared in a major city, following 2000’s Scream 3, which was set in LA. But the change of scenery worked perfectly and gave the franchise a fresh coat of paint and new thrills and chills. Not only did icon Gale Weathers (Courtney Cox) return yet again, but fan-favorite Kirby Reed (Hayden Panettiere) also reprised her role. With all the controversies and the news of casting shakeups, Scream VI also seems to be the final chapter of the Carpenter sisters saga. 

Watcher (2022)

This under-the-radar 2022 stalker movie became a huge hit in early 2025 when it was added to Netflix and quickly hit its Top 10 chart. Watcher centers around an American woman who moves to Bucharest, Romania, to be with her boyfriend. Once there, she notices a strange man following her…all while rumors of an elusive serial killer called “the Spider” fill the town. But her boyfriend refuses to believe her, and being new to a foreign country with no friends, she’s forced to find answers on her own. But will she survive long enough to get the answers she needs?

Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

In 2022, Netflix added to the confusing and intriguing Texas Chainsaw timeline with its own sequel that completely retconned all the movies except the original 1974 film. Texas Chainsaw Massacre centers around a group of trendy millennials and Gen Zs who try to buy up a small ghost town in the middle of Texas for its land value. Little do they know that Leatherface has been hiding out there all these years. Naturally, once he’s disturbed, the iconic flesh-wearing killer wields his trusty chainsaw once again and guts fly, blood splatters, and innards are disemboweled. 

Creep (2014)

Creep was a little indie film made by (and starring) Mark Duplass. The movie premiered at SXSW in 2014 and saw Duplass star as Josef (aka the Creep), a maniacal psychopath who lures a man to his remote cabin under false pretenses to murder him. Since then, audiences have learned that Josef is actually a serial killer and that he has done this routine with unsuspecting victims numerous times before. Their stories were revealed in the Shudder series The Creep Tapes, which has been renewed for a second season. Creep is so successful thanks to its found-footage style and the absolutely unnerving performance by Duplass.

Woman of the Hour (2023)

Anna Kendrick directed and starred in Woman of the Hour. The movie tells the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala and how he brazenly appeared on The Dating Game in the middle of his killing spree. In the movie, Kendrick plays Cheryl Bradshaw, the female star of Alcala’s 1978 Dating Game episode, who deemed him the winner and won a date with him. However, after meeting again, Bradshaw refused to go out with him after seeing his bizarre behavior. The movie was a hit for Netflix and earned Kendrick numerous filmmaking awards.  

Psycho (1960)

Often referred to as “the first slasher movie,” Hitchcock’s masterpiece Psycho remains a disturbing and intriguing classic. The movie follows serial killer Norman Bates, who runs a roadside motel and kills travelers. Bates was inspired by the very real killer Ed Gein (who also inspired both Leatherface in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre and Buffalo Bill in The Silence of the Lambs), and the movie’s shock reveal (no spoilers here) remains heart-stopping to this day. Psycho is also the movie that gave birth to the iconic shower scene and remains one of Janet Leigh’s most memorable performances. 

Heart Eyes (2025)

It’s a rom-com, and it’s a slasher movie, but it’s also a super-meta film that pokes fun at both rom-coms and slasher movies. Heart Eyes is a brilliant horror movie that has a quick wit and brilliance reminiscent of Scream. In the movie, the “Heart Eyes Killer” murders couples each Valentine’s Day, and this time he’s got his eyes set on two people who aren't actually a couple (or are they?). Plus, the movie is loaded with horror veterans like Jordana Brewster (The Faculty), Devon Sawa (Final Destination), Olivia Holt (Totally Killer), and Mason Gooding (Scream). 

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Netflix’s original movie Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and tells the story of serial killer Ted Bundy and the women who loved him. Not only does the film show the killer’s shocking trial, but it also dives into the women who continued to love, protect, and enable him through it all. The movie is all-around shocking and disturbing. Not just because of Bundy’s atrocious crimes but also because of the twisted control he managed to have over multiple women during his life.  

There’s Someone Inside Your House (2021)

In Netflix’s original movie There’s Someone Inside Your House, a group of teens are stalked by a killer who chooses victims who have secrets they deem to be problematic. Obviously, being a teen in the 21st century means all your secrets are online somewhere, and the killer uses this to his advantage. The film also exposes some deeper meanings about privilege, bigotry, and selfishness, which help add some weight to the slasher teen movie. Interestingly enough, There’s Someone Inside Your Houses was directed by Patrick Brice, who also directed Creep (which is also on this list). 

I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)

“What are you waiting for?” (spins around in circles) “What are you waiting for?” One of the most iconic ’90s slasher movies is I Know What You Did Last Summer. Written by Kevin Williamson (the writer behind Scream), the movie follows a group of teens who accidentally hit a man late at night. Thinking he’s dead, they decide to dump his body in the ocean rather than face the consequences of their actions. Unfortunately for them, it turns out the man wasn’t dead, and now he wants revenge. With an all-star ’90s cast that includes Sarah Michelle Gellar, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Ryan Phillippe, the movie is an iconic classic. 

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid started as a series of children’s novels by Jeff Kinney but has since grown into a huge franchise comprised of movies, video games, and even a stage musical. The series follows Greg Heffley, a self-absorbed and status-obsessed middle schooler who writes about his life under the assumption that he’ll be rich and famous someday.

To date, there have been seven Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies, four live-action and three animated. This guide will go over every Dairy of a Wimpy Kid movie in order and where to find them on streaming services.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2010)

The first Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie introduces audiences to Greg (Zachary Gordon) as he enters middle school and discovers the trials and tribulations of this new world. It focuses on Greg’s relationship with his best friend Rowley (Robert Capron) as their new environment and Greg’s pursuit of popularity tests their bond. Diary of a Wimpy Kid received mixed reviews, with critics calling Greg an unlikable protagonist—something that’s also made the books controversial. Still, the movie’s humor and animated sequences charmed audiences enough to make it a commercial success and spawn various sequels. 

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011)

The first film’s success led to Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, an adaptation of the book of the same name. This sequel focuses on Greg’s difficult relationship with his older brother Rodrick (Devon Bostick). Greg and Rodrick’s constant fighting prompts their mother to force them to bond, leading to predictably chaotic results. But even though they’re always getting each other into trouble, the brothers learn that they really do care for one another, even if they have a strange way of showing it.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (2012)

The third installment in the series, Dog Days combines elements of the books The Last Straw and Dog Days. It centers on Greg’s relationship with his father, Frank (Steve Zahn), who is alarmed by his son’s behavior and considering sending him to military school. Meanwhile, Greg and Rodrick try to impress their crushes, who happen to be a pair of sisters. Dog Days is the last Wimpy Kid movie to feature the original cast, as the child actors were aging out of their roles at this point.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (2017)

The final live-action Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie is The Long Haul, which stars Jason Drucker as Greg, Charlie Wright as Rodrick, and Alicia Silverstone as their mother. It follows Greg and his family as they embark on a road trip to attend Meemaw's 90th birthday party and the unexpected catastrophes that occur on the road. Unfortunately, The Long Haul underperformed at the box office and was even more negatively received than the previous films, which weren’t exactly critical darlings to begin with, resulting in its planned sequels being canceled. 

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2021)

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2021) serves as a reboot of the movie series, now in animated form. Like the 2010 film, this is an adaptation of the first book in which Greg (Brady Noon) and Rowley (Ethan William Childress) see their friendship tested as they struggle to navigate the start of middle school. This version of Diary of a Wimpy Kid was more warmly received than the live-action films were, with critics praising the movie’s switch to animation and positive messages on friendship and individuality.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2022)

Like the books and live-action movies before it, the 2021 animated Diary of a Wimpy Kid reboot was followed by another adaption of Rodrick Rules. Once again, Greg and Rodrick (Hunter Dillon) struggle to bond as their antics get each other into trouble but are ultimately able to see how much they mean to one another. Rodrick Rules (2022) also features one of the final performances of legendary actor Ed Asner, who died a year before the movie’s release.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever

The final movie in the series so far, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever is the first of the animated films to adapt a new story. In this one, Greg’s attempts to be good so he can get the latest video game console for Christmas are threatened by a snowball incident and a massive winter storm that leaves the family trapped indoors for a week. Cabin Fever received mixed-to-positive reviews, with many praising its focus on character over the crude humor the series is known for.

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Let’s be real. There likely would be no Harry Potter without The Lord of the Rings. J. R. R. Tolkien’s first book in the series, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, debuted in 1954 and changed the fantasy genre as the world knew it. From the colorful hillsides of The Shire to the fiery, blackened mountainsides of Mount Doom, no one delivers intricate worldbuilding with sprawling history and invented languages quite like Tolkien. Flash forward 43 years later, and J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone takes the world by storm in a similar way. Both remain two of the biggest fantasy franchises out there—and the similarities between them have sparked no shortage of fan theories.

However, one, in particular, aims to answer one of The Lord of the Rings’ biggest secrets: What happened to the Blue Wizards? Well, according to a compelling theory (largely popularized by a now-deleted Reddit user), they’re roaming the halls of Hogwarts and the seedy underbelly of the Wizarding World as Dumbledore and Grindelwald.

A LOTR Theory Connects The Blue Wizards To Harry Potter

Anyone needing a quick refresher on the Blue Wizards must turn to the Third Age. To combat Sauron, the Valar (angelic beings working beneath the god Eru Ilúvata) sent five other angelic beings called Maiar to Middle-earth. Later, they took the form of Wizards and the names Gandalf, Saruman, Radagast, Alatar, and Pallando. Those familiar with Pete Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy (or Tolkien’s text) know the first two well, while Radagast got his time to shine in The Hobbit movies. However, Alatar and Pallando never got their shot on the big screen because they essentially disappeared in the books.

All that’s known about the two Blue Wizards is that they wandered East, never to be seen again. However, Wizards are immortal unless killed. This fact suggests that LOTR’s most mysterious characters could have lived into the modern age, and given that Middle-earth is an imaginary history of Earth, that puts Harry Potter in the same mythological timeline, just much later down the road. It’s also worth noting that the Maiar can change their physical forms when desired (Sauron, also a Maiar, does this frequently), which could explain Grindelwald’s shapeshifting ability, despite LOTR and Harry Potter's differing magic systems. 

Dumbledore And Grindelwald Are The Blue Wizards

Come Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, we get a whole lot of Dumbledore. For the next five movies (and books), he makes protecting Hogwarts and its students from Voldemort his top priority. While the villain has changed, the mission hasn’t: protecting the free peoples of Middle-earth from the ultimate evil—and yeah, like Sauron, Voldemort is pretty evil. Just like Gandalf couldn’t one-on-one with Sauron, Dumbledor was never meant to take down Voldemort alone. Instead, his involvement was supposed to be indirect by teaching the Hogwarts student body, and especially Harry, how to defeat him.

With his mission complete with his death in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, the Wizard leaves his Earthly body, returning to the Valar and perhaps earning a promotion. After all, the next time Harry sees Dumbledore in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, he is surrounded by ethereal light and decked out in grayish white, similar to Gandalf after his Balrog resurrection and promotion in The Two Towers.

In the opposite corner is Grindelwald, whose story really only gets the spotlight in the Fantastic Beasts film series. Sent to Middle-earth with the same mission as Dumbledore, Grindelwald takes a different path. Much like Saruman, he believes that power—even dark and evil—can be used for the “greater good.” In this case, Grindelwald just happens to feel that the greater good involves ruling over Muggles (humans). Dumbledor puts a stop to it in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore before the bigger, badder evil of Voldemort takes him out completely (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 depicts the scene, slightly altered from the book). This, of course, would mean that Saruman wasn’t the only Maiar to fail the Valar. One of the Blue Wizards, aka Grindelwald, did, too—at least according to this theory.

However, the theory also makes the Valar’s interventions more successful. As it stands, Gandalf was the only Maiar to truly complete his mission: Sauron turned, Radagast fell to the wayside, and the Blue Wizards dipped out. However, if one of the Blue Wizards was actually Dumbledor, then he also succeeded in the fight against evil, just at a very different point in history. Grindelwald might have fallen, but good ultimately prevailed in the end.   

Is Lord of the Rings Actually Connected to Harry Potter? 

The short answer is no. There is no confirmation from Rowling that the Harry Potter Universe shares space with The Lord of the Rings, and Tolkien passed away decades before Harry Potter hit shelves.

Plus, both Dumbledore and Grindelwald have families, which throws a wrench in the whole idea that they dropped down onto Middle-earth in the Third Age, naked and alone. Still, it’s a fun idea that certainly works to explain what happened to the Blue Wizards since not even Tolkien had an explanation for their disappearance.

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The Last Rodeo is a strong new addition to the faith-based film category. Perfect for family movie night, the film mixes faith with an inspiring sports comeback storyline. There’s even a bit of a Western vibe with bull riding and Neal McDonough’s rugged, cowboy-esque Joe Wainwright.

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Soul Surfer (2011)

Soul Surfer is a faith-based and sports comeback film made all the more inspiring by the fact that it’s based on a true story. The movie tells the story of Bethany Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb), who lost her arm in a shark attack while surfing as a teenager. After the attack, Bethany is determined to return to surfing, relying on her faith, strength, and an eye-opening mission trip to guide her comeback. Like The Last Rodeo, Soul Surfer follows an athlete returning to the sport against incredible odds. They are, first and foremost, inspirational, family-friendly films with a nice dosage of faith and sports.

The Natural (1984)

While not a faith-based film, The Natural is just as inspiring as The Last Rodeo with its incredible comeback story. The Natural follows Roy Hobbs (Robert Redford), who, as a young baseball prodigy, had his career derailed when Harriet Bird (Barbara Hershey) shot him. Sixteen years later, he starts his career over again as a rookie with a struggling baseball club. Considered one of the best sports movies ever made, The Natural is a sentimental, inspiring, and profoundly moving story about success, failure, and resilience. Both The Natural and The Last Rodeo also emphasize the beauty of second chances.

Cinderella Man (2005)

Cinderella Man tells the true story of James J. Braddock (Russell Crowe), whose boxing career ended early due to a hand injury. However, when his manual labor boss offers him a chance back in the ring, he seizes the opportunity in a rags-to-riches story that earned him the nickname “Cinderella Man.” While not a faith-based film, Cinderella Man parallels The Last Rodeo in that it centers on the underdog tale of someone returning to a dangerous sport and having to reconcile their dreams and goals with their responsibilities to their family. Both films offer a nice blend of sentimentality and heart-pounding sports action.

Facing the Giants (2006)

Facing the Giants is a Christian sports drama from director, actor, and pastor Alex Kendrick. In the film, Grant Taylor (Kendrick) is the coach of a struggling high school football team. Facing personal and professional frustrations, Taylor decides to approach life with gratitude, regardless of the outcome, and slowly sees things improve. Facing the Giants is an excellent choice for viewers who loved The Last Rodeo and want a film that leans a little heavier into religion than sports. While there are some inspiring sports sequences, the bigger story is a heartwarming tale about living a life guided by faith and gratitude.

Overcomer (2019)

Overcomer is another Kendrick film that finds the perfect balance between religion and sports. Kendrick, again, takes on the role of a high school coach, but this time he’s John Harrison, a basketball coach who reluctantly agrees to coach the school’s floundering cross-country team. While Hannah (Aryn Wright-Thompson) is the sole student on the team, Harrison quickly recognizes her talent, though she must overcome her struggle with asthma and a difficult family life. Overcomer is the perfect faith-based sports film for running enthusiasts. Meanwhile, it shares The Last Rodeo’s blend of faith, sports, and family, as both movies see their main characters mend long-broken family bonds.

Woodlawn (2015)

Woodlawn is a faith-based sports film from the Erwin brothers. It is based on the true story of Tony Nathan (Caleb Castille), who becomes one of the first Black football players at the newly desegregated Alabama Woodlawn High School in the 1970s. At first, it feels impossible for the team to overcome racial tensions until a religious motivational speaker inspires the players to embrace faith and love. Woodlawn is similar to The Last Rodeo in that it has an inspiring, gripping story of faith and sports. However, it goes a bit deeper in that it also examines racial tensions at the time and imbues a powerful message of love and forgiveness in the story.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019)

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind isn’t a faith-based or sports film. However, like The Last Rodeo, it centers on protagonists who must overcome incredible odds to provide for their families or village in the face of a crisis. In The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, young, brilliant engineer William Kamkwamba (Maxwell Simba) works to build a windmill to save his village from a famine. It’s a powerful, inspiring film that beautifully captures human resilience and innovation. The Last Rodeo and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind beautifully demonstrate how the human spirit and mind can shine in the darkest times.

The Blind Side (2009)

The Blind Side is a biographical sports drama that delves into the childhood of professional football player Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron). In the film, Michael is a teenage boy in and out of the foster system. His life changes when Leigh Anne (Sandra Bullock) and Sean Tuohy (Tim McGraw) take him in and support his football talent. While The Blind Side’s accuracy has been contested, it’s still a highly inspiring sports film demonstrating the power of having a strong support system. Like The Last Rodeo, it’s a film about how a family’s support, love, and encouragement can make or break an athlete.

8 Seconds (1994)

Viewers intrigued by the bull-riding aspect of The Last Rodeo will love 8 Seconds. 8 Seconds follows the life of Lane Frost (Luke Perry), a professional bull rider seeking to be the best he can be while also navigating a turbulent relationship in his personal life. The film also captures Frost’s incredible feat of being the first to ride the notorious Red Rock bull for at least 8 seconds. 8 Seconds is a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to Frost filled with inspiration, dazzling bull-riding sequences, and an irresistible cowboy vibe. It’s one of the best films to delve into the world of rodeos with.

The Longest Ride (2015)

The Longest Ride is an excellent option for The Last Rodeo fans seeking a bit more Western vibes and romance. The movie tells the story of aspiring bull rider Luke (Scott Eastwood) and art student Sophia (Britt Robertson), who struggle to combine their very different lives while guided by the love story of an older couple, Ira (Alan Alda) and Ruth (Naomi Eckhaus). The Longest Ride focuses more on love than faith and sports. However, it boasts the same sentimental, earnest tone of The Last Rodeo, as both examine what it means not just to play sports for glory but to do so for family.

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There’s a period in acclaimed director Sam Raimi’s filmography that just doesn’t get love today. After he redefined horror with The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2, but long before he made Marvel huge with his Spider-Man trilogy, Raimi was quietly chugging along in Hollywood. Films like The Quick and the Dead, For Love of The Game, and A Simple Plan stand out amongst his other projects, but they’re the films that defined his Hollywood career prior to Spider-Man. 

However, he did sneak in one superhero film during that period. 1990’s Darkman is everything you love about Raimi: moody, violent, horrifying, and yet still campy and hopeful. These films, which pay homage to pulp heroes and horror films simultaneously, are long rumored for a reboot, so if you want to know why they’re so popular, here’s where you can watch the Darkman movies in order. 

Darkman (1990)

Once upon a time, Sam Raimi wanted to make a film based on classic pulp comic character The Shadow. While a film eventually manifested in the form of The Shadow in 1994, Raimi’s version was stalled pretty quick due to rights issues. Instead, Raimi made his own tribute to pulp comics with Darkman, the story of scientist Petyton Westlake (played by Liam Neeson), who is disfigured and left for dead after a mob attack. With his body horribly scarred and losing the ability to feel pain, Peyton uses his experimental synthetic skin to make a series of masks and exact revenge while trying to reclaim his life. The pulp roots are as evident as the classic horror films in this all-time classic. Unfortunately, Darkman winds up being the peak for the franchise. 

Darkman II: The Return of Durant (1995)

The finale of Darkman sees Peyton’s nemesis, Robert G. Durant, very definitively die in a helicopter crash, so it was a little surprising that the immediate sequel brought him back. Darkman II: The Return of Durant sees the mobster survive the incident and awaken from a coma, while Peyton (now played by Arnold Vosloo a few years before he became known for The Mummy) allies with a scientist to perfect his synthetic skin and return to a normal life. Raimi would only serve as an executive producer for the franchise from this point on, with Darkman II coming after an attempt at developing a TV pilot failed to impress. 

Darkman III: Die Darkman Die (1996)

While the final direct-to-video sequel finally ditches the Robert Durant character, Darkman III: Die Darkman Die is nonetheless incredibly weird. This time around, Peyton is working to keep one step ahead of crime boss Peter Rooker, played by Lost star Jeff Fahey. To do so, Peyton inserts himself into the life of Rooker’s wife and daughter. What follows is a bizarre plot where Peyton uses his synthetic skin to assume Rooker’s identity, eventually becoming attached to his family and seemingly wanting them for himself. There wasn’t a lot here for fans of the original to latch onto, and Darkman III remains largely forgotten about today. 

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Usagi Tsukino (Serena in the US version) is pretty much your typical superhero: a student by day, a heroine by night. And she, and her Sailor Scouts, were quite a hit when the 1990s anime adaptation of Sailor Moon premiered. There were, after all, plenty of superheroes, but not many who were also just regular high school girls, and teenagers ate it up in every medium. The Sailor Moon manga (1992–1997), created by Naoko Takeuchi, sold over 46 million copies worldwide.

In 2014, there was even a remake: Sailor Moon Crystal (2014–2016), and the story concluded with several movies. Here is how to watch all Sailor Moon movies and TV shows in order and where to stream them. 

Sailor Moon (1992-1997)

The main anime follows Usagi Tsukino and her team of Sailor Scouts (Sailor Mercury, Sailor Mars, Sailor Jupiter, and Sailor Venus) as they fight for love and justice. It all starts when Usagi meets a magical black cat named Luna, who gives her an amulet that allows her to transform into Sailor Moon. From there, Usagi must reunite with her team of scouts, discover her past life, and fight against new and old enemies to protect innocents. Oh, she must also find all the pieces of the Legendary Silver Crystal, which have been lost to Earth. That’s all.

Sailor Moon R: The Movie – The Promise of the Rose (1993)

Sailor Moon R: The Movie - The Promise of the Rose, which was released after Sailor Moon Season 2, Episode 75, can be watched after Season 2 of the show, as it follows the storyline from that season. It can also be watched after the entirety of the show if preferred. It centers on the arrival of an alien named Fiore, who shares a past with Mamoru Chiba (Darien in the US version), Usagi’s rival turned boyfriend. Fiore is set on reuniting with Darien but is being controlled by an evil flower called the Xenian Flower, which forces the Sailor Scouts to rescue both the guy and Earth from Fiore’s destruction. 

Sailor Moon S the Movie: Hearts in Ice (1994)

Also released after one of the Sailor Moon episodes, specifically Episode 116, Sailor Moon S the Movie: Hears in Ice can be watched after the third season of the show or after finishing the show compeltely. It focuses on Luna, the cat and, in many ways, the guide to Sailor Moon, and her romantic feelings for a human, Kakeru. As if that weren’t enough, there’s also an evil Snow Queen, Kaguya, who wants to freeze Earth. The Sailor Scouts are forced to work together to stop the Snow Queen, with Luna’s feelings for Kakeru proving more important than anyone could have imagined. 

Sailor Moon SuperS: The Movie - Black Dream Hole (1995)

Released after Episode 158 of the series in Season 4, Sailor Moon SuperS: The Movie - Black Dream Hole can also be watched after the season, as it’s a completely separate story from the events of the main season. In the movie, children around the world start to disappear thanks to the evil Queen Badiane, who is plotting to trap Earth in a dark energy field called the Black Dream Hole, which will place everyone in an eternal sleep. As always, it’s up to the Sailor Scouts to stop her. Except this time, the bad guy is coming for one of their own.

Sailor Moon Crystal (2014-2021)

Sailor Moon Crystal is basically a remake of the original anime, with less filler and being much more faithful to the original manga. Gone is most of the original material from the first series, but this pretty much follows the same beats anyway. Luna finds Usagi. Usagi becomes Sailor Moon. She finds the rest of the Sailor Scouts. They fight for love and justice and protect people, all while trying to find the pieces of the Legendary Silver Crystal. The show went on to have three seasons, which are the equivalent of the first three seasons of the original Sailor Moon.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie (2021)

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie is a two-part movie that basically covers the events of Season 4 of the original Sailor Moon, aka the Dream Arc. In this arc, a dark power makes a total solar eclipse happen, leaving the Earth in darkness and forcing the scattered Sailor Scouts to reunite to bring light back to the world. This is a streamlined version of the arc, without any fillers, that clocks in at a little over two and a half hours for both parts and makes sure the story of the Sailor Scouts continues.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos: The Movie (2023)

The final Sailor Moon movie, also released in two parts, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos: The Movie adapts the arc from Season 5 of the original series, aka the Stars arc. This takes the story to the same place where the manga ends, starting with Mamoru’s disappearance and everything that happens after he goes missing—including how that changes Usagi and Usagi’s final battle with Sailor Galaxia. Clocking in at more or less the same time as the previous movie, 2 hours and 40 minutes, this one’s a must-watch for anyone who has watched any part of Sailor Moon Crystal.

Sailor Moon Movies And TV Shows Storyline Order

Not sure what the right watch-order is? If you want to be very, very specific, here’s the order you should watch the shows and movies to make sure you consume the story in the order it was meant to be watched.

• Sailor Moon Seasons 1-2
• Sailor Moon R: The Movie - The Promise of the Rose
• Sailor Moon Season 3
• Sailor Moon S The Movie: Hearts in Ice
• Sailor Moon Season 4
• Sailor Moon Super S: The Movie - Black Dream Hole
• Sailor Moon Crystal Seasons 1-3
• Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie, Part 1 & 2
• Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos: The Movie, Part 1 & 2

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In the world of Highlander, there can be only one immortal, but the franchise itself refuses to die. Debuting in 1986, the Highlander franchise follows a centuries-long war of dueling Immortals, with the series taking its name from its lead character, who is traditionally a Scottish highlander. 

Today, the series has an expansive run, including movies, TV shows, comic books, video games, and more. A reboot is almost certainly happening one way or another, as several attempts have gone in and out of production over the last decade. Until then, the original run still has some incredible stories. Here is how to watch all Highlander movies and TV shows in order and where to stream them.

Highlander (1986)

Connor MacLeod is Scottish Highlander, but after he experiences The Quickening, he becomes an Immortal. Driven by The Game, Immortals kill each other throughout history, beheading one another until only one remains, who will then acquire the unknown Prize. Now, The Game is drawing to a close, and the remaining Immortals have coalesced upon New York City. This sci-fi epic adventure features surprising amounts of depth, humor, and romance as it retells the centuries of MacLeod’s lonely and violent life. While years of poorly received sequels have let down fans, the original Highlander remains a work of art with incredible performances from stars Christopher Lambert, Clancy Brown, and Sean Connery, and a must-watch action film of its time.

Highlander II: the Quickening (1991)

While the greater Highlander franchise may have become something lauded, Highlander II: The Quickening left fans wishing there truly was only one. Set in the far off future (at the time) of 2024, MacLeod has won his mortality, and uses his decades of intelligence to build a shield to protect Earth from a depleted ozone layer. What follows, however, is one of the wildest retcons ever. The Immortals are revealed to actually be aliens exiled to Earth by a fascist regime, where they gain immortality. When more aliens arrive, MacLeod’s immortality returns, and The Game begins again. The film’s retcon and its hand-waved revival of Sean Connery’s Ramirez have led to Highlander II being regarded as the worst sequel ever made, and one that has been happily discarded from the franchise’s continuity. 

Highlander: The Series (1992-1998)

In the shadow of the original film’s success came Highlander: The Series. English martial artist Adrian Paul takes the lead here as Duncan MacLeod, a Scottish Highlander raised by Connor’s clan. Lambert even shows up in the pilot to establish the new continuity, which ignores the ending of the first film, while the show politely never asks what Connor is doing afterward. Highlander: The Series redefined what it meant to be a syndicated series, along with definitive shows like Star Trek: The Next Generation and Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. Today, the show is remembered for its broader storytelling and expansion of the Highlander mythos, fleshing out the shadowy world of Immortals and those who are impacted by it. 

Highlander III: The Sorcerer (1994)

Following the success of Highlander: The Series, the film franchise returned for a third outing. Highlander III: The Sorcerer follows the canon of the first film, with Connor attempting to live in peace with his new mortality, having left New York following the death of his lover. It is revealed another Immortal, Kane, was excluded from The Game because he was buried in a mountain by an ancient Japanese sorcerer. His escape restarts The Game, and MacLeod must return to New York to reclaim his mortality. Highlander III was a modest success, likely thanks to the popularity of the TV show, but many felt it rehashed the original’s plot too closely. 

Highlander: The Animated Series (1994-1996)

Released in 1994 and aired on USA Network to capitalize on the success of Highlander: The Series reruns, Highlander: The Animated Series sets itself apart as a bizarre alternate history. Set in a post-apocalyptic Earth, Immortals, including Connor MacLeod, swear to preserve humanity’s knowledge instead of participating in The Game but are all slain by a rogue Immortal, Kortan, who learns Quentin is the foretold Last of the MacLeods. Connor’s master, Ramirez, and Quentin set out to stop Kortan to regain the lost knowledge and powers of the Immortals. The series is a bizarre product of its time, but Highlander: The Animated Series was still praised for its surprisingly mature narrative and (for the medium) violent action. 

Highlander II: The Renegade Version (1995)

It wasn’t common for directors to get another chance at their films in the ‘90s, but Highlander and Highlander II director Russell Mulcahy took the chance. Following the massive disappointment of Highlander II: The Quickening and the success of Highlander: The Series, Mulcahy created a stunning recut, dubbed Highlander II: The Renegade Version. Mulcahy’s director’s cut is extensive. All mentions of the Immortal alien planet are removed, with those scenes now reframed as flashbacks to a lost civilization. Ramirez and MacLeod are no longer banished to Earth but banished to different places in time. The Renegade Version didn’t make fans do a complete 180 on Highlander II, but it is regarded as a significant improvement and is considered the only version of the film worth watching. 

Highlander: The Raven (1998-1999)

By Season 6, Highlander: The Series was winding down, and all eyes turned to a potential spin-off. Multiple backdoor pilots air during the show’s final season, but it was ultimately decided to go with a spin-off focused on Duncan’s Immortal associate, Amanda. A notorious thief, Amanda is inspired to seek redemption, allying herself with a detective, Nick Wolfe, and facing off against evil Immortals. While Amanda was a popular aspect of the original series, Highlander: The Raven just didn’t have the same impact as the original. Reception was mixed and the show struggled to find an audience, leading to Highlander: The Raven ending after a single 22-episode season. 

Highlander: Endgame (2000)

2000 saw the end of an era, as Connor and Duncan MacLeod joined forces for a single film, one meant to cap off both their tales in one fell swoop. Highlander: Endgame sees the MacLeods team for the first time since Highlander: The Series’ pilot episode, establishing a mixed continuity where the first film took place, but Connor did not actually win The Prize. The two are challenged by Jacob Kell, an Immortal who ignores the revered rules of The Game, putting the two at a disadvantage. The film failed to impress at the box office, and many fans were mixed on how the film handled both Connor and Duncan. A Director’s Cut was released, and while not as extensive as The Renegade Cut, the added scenes are believed to marginally improve the film.  

Highlander: The Search for Vengeance (2007)

A fourth MacLeod enters the scene in 2007, though he is in his own separate continuity. Anime action flick Highlander: The Search for Vengeance follows Colin MacLeod, an Immortal who first died during the age of the Roman Empire. The film chronicles Colin’s 2000 years of life as an Immortal swordsman on a quest for vengeance that takes him throughout history’s greatest events and in conflict with terrifying immortals. Released in an era where the franchise was mostly dormant, Highlander: The Search for Vengeance was positively received by fans and has become incredibly popular in light of the live-action story that it released alongside. 

Highlander: The Source (2007)

Highlander: The Source was meant to kickstart the franchise for a series of new stories. Instead, it may have killed it dead in its tracks. Adrian Paul returns as Duncan, following the continuity established by Highlander: Endgame. Years in the future, after the Earth’s societies have collapsed, Duncan and a band of rebels seek the mythical Source of Immortality, all while being chased by a powerful Immortal known as The Guardian. Highlander: The Source received reviews worse than even Highlander II and plans to expand on the narrative in later movies were quickly abandoned. The film’s reception was so poor that even those who worked on The Source and The Series disregard it, referring to the film as a nightmare Duncan had. 

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Kevin Smith has been making movies for over 30 years, with many of his most memorable entries being the collection of films dubbed the View Askewniverse. Largely set in Smith’s home state of New Jersey, the View Askewniverse is a shared setting where many of his films take place in an interconnected world, with characters like Jay and Silent Bob serving as the connective tissue between films. This plays into the (usually) grounded spirit of the films, even as the scope of the movies increased over time in line with Smith’s success as a filmmaker.

Fittingly, the View Askewniverse began with Kevin Smith’s first feature film, the low-rent indie comedy Clerks, and found a potentially perfect ending in the bittersweet Clerks III. While not every Kevin Smith movie is considered part of the View Askewniverse, many of the filmmaker’s most personal films are connected through that shared universe. Here is every entry in the View Askewniverse, including the re-released Dogma, and where you can find these Kevin Smith movies on places like Hulu, Netflix, and beyond.

Clerks (1994) 

The first Kevin Smith movie and the inaugural entry in the View Askewniverse, Clerks stands out as one of the most successful independent films ever made. Focusing on a pair of convenience store workers named Dante and Randal who operate the Quick Stop in suburban New Jersey, Clerks follows the pair during what initially seems to be an ordinary day. However, it quickly devolves into pop culture debate, rooftop hockey games, and an unfortunate encounter with a corpse.

Clerks defined much of the tone and tenor of Smith as a filmmaker and the View Askewniverse as a brand, with a grounded dialogue-driven sense of comedy that works so well because it feels so lived-in. Produced on a shoestring budget by Smith, Clerks was one of the major precursors to the indie film boom of the 1990s and proved that a low-key comedy could do just as well as the broader material coming out of Hollywood.

Mallrats (1995) 

A sillier and more sophomoric film from Smith after the success of Clerks, Mallrats benefits from a loose approach and a wacky sense of comedy. Taking place in a mall in the same general area where Clerks happened, the film follows a pair of recently dumped buddies named T.S. and Brodie as they try to figure out how to reconcile with their former romantic partners.

The broader style of comedy didn’t land as well with critics and audiences, but the film has developed a cult following over the years. The biggest connective tissue between Clerks and Mallrats is the presence of Jay and Silent Bob, but the film also established a working relationship between Smith and Ben Affleck that would carry on into the next few films he produced.

Chasing Amy (1997)

Hailed at the time as a critical upswing for Smith (although the film has since gone through reexamination), Chasing Amy spoke to a new level of maturity for Smith as a filmmaker, even as his sense of comedy and character remained consistent. Focusing on a comics creator who finds himself wrestling with the romantic and sexual past of his new girlfriend after he discovers she is bisexual, Chasing Amy is a blunt exploration of dating and sexuality of the era that relies on charming characters to explore some deeply vulnerable aspects of life.

Partly inspired by Smith’s relationship with Joey Lauren Adams (who also stars in the film as Amy), Chasing Amy feels like Smith opening up about his own expectations and flaws when it comes to relationships. Jay and Silent Bob appear again, with Bob delivering one of Smith’s most well-constructed monologues. Although some of the sexual politics of Chasing Amy haven’t aged the best, the core performances and emotional spirit of the film remain a bittersweet highlight of Smith’s filmography.

Dogma (1999)

The best of Kevin Smith’s View Askewniverse films, Dogma is Kevin Smith’s biggest tonal swing and the perfect medium between Biblical epic and stoner comedy. The film focuses on two fallen angels who have found a loophole in God’s design. However, going through it would end creation, forcing a rag-tag group (including Jay and Silent Bob, directly tying the film to the more grounded reality of the other View Askewniverse films) to scramble to stop them.

Thoughtful, critical, and even affirming at times, Dogma is one of cinema’s best reflections on faith precisely because it approaches the subject with personal reverence but with a willingness to undercut it. It’s a film about the humanity at the heart of religion, with the dramatic weight of a fantasy epic that spans from Wisconsin to New Jersey. Recently re-released after years caught in legal turmoil, Dogma is the most fantastical the series has ever gotten—even as it remains deeply connected to Smith’s New Jersey roots.

Clerks: The Animated Series (2000)

The only television series to be formally released as part of the View Askewniverse (although characters like Jay and Silent Bob crossovered with other shows like Degrassi: The Next Generation), Clerks: The Animated Series was a short-lived but stylistic adaptation of the first View Askewniverse film. Reuniting the original film’s cast and focusing on the adventures of Dante, Randal, Jay, and Silent Bob in their New Jersey suburb, the animated nature of the show allowed for a broader and more slapstick style of comedy.

Although the series only produced one season (and was quickly canceled by ABC), the show’s sense of humor feels like a fun escalation after the biblical stakes established in Dogma. Now considered a cult classic by some animation fans, Clerks: The Animated Series is a testament to how much potential the View Askewniverse had in expanding beyond the style that Smith established with his early films.

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001) 

After appearing as recurring minor figures in the first three View Askewniverse movies and graduating to the supporting cast for Dogma, Jay and Silent Bob finally took the spotlight in the openly cartoonish and charmingly silly Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back.

Enraged to discover that a movie based on characters based on them is being produced, Jay and Silent Bob head out from New Jersey and make the journey to Hollywood to stop the production. Along the way, the duo runs into many of the characters who’ve appeared previously, including Dante and Randal from Clerks, Brodie from Mallrats, and Holden from Chasing Amy—as well as some new characters, like the inept Federal Wildlife Marshal Willenholly or the group of diamond thieves posing as an animals rights group. Initially intended to close out the View Askewniverse, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is a lightweight but loving tribute to the informal franchise as a whole.

Clerks II (2006) 

Five years after Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back ended with the God from Dogma literally closing the book on the View Askewniverse, Smith returned to the universe with Clerks II. Picking up over a decade after the events of Clerks in the same New Jersey town that started it all, Dante and Randal work at a fast food restaurant after the Quick Stop burns down. Dante’s upcoming wedding sets off a jealous Randal, which, in turn, leads to a string of chaotic twists and turns that force the pair to confront what they really want in life.

Jay and Silent Bob return as well, highlighting the continued connectivity of the franchise even as the film incorporates new characters to complement the existing ones (like Rosario Dawson's Becky, Trevor Fehrman's Elias, and Jennifer Schwalbach Smith's Emma). One of Smith’s most self-reflective films, Clerks II is a crass but charming return to the characters that started the franchise.

Jay & Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie! (2013) 

Jay & Silent Bob’s Super Groovy Cartoon Movie! has the unique distinction of being the only film in the View Askewniverse not directed by Kevin Smith. Instead, the animated movie was written by Smith and directed by Steve Stark. An adaptation of the Bluntman and Chronic tie-in comic Kevin Smith wrote years prior as a tie-in for Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, the 64-minute movie is an extended joke reel for animated avatars of Jay and Silent Bob’s superhero personas that feels equal parts send-up of Batman ‘66 and successor to Cheech and Chong’s Up in Smoke.

Jay & Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie! serves as a purposefully crass and unrelentingly silly take on the superhero genre that has no illusions of aiming for the same kind of emotional weight that has defined other entries in the series. The most juvenile of Kevin Smith movies, this animated addition to the universe is a basic animated parody but a treat for fans of stoner and sex comedies.

Jay and Silent Bob Reboot (2019) 

A purposefully meta comedy poking fun at the legacy of the View Askewniverse, Jay & Silent Bob Reboot focuses on the titular duo once again making the trek from New Jersey to Hollywood in an effort to stop the filming of a new movie based on Bluntman and Chronic.  The film brings back many familiar faces (like Dante, Brodie, Holden, and even Loki from Dogma) while also serving as something of a legacy sequel by introducing Harley Quinn Smith as Jay's newly introduced daughter, Milly.

Working best as a crude but heartfelt tribute to the earlier films in the series (and initially released as part of a roadshow to appeal directly to the fanbase instead of going for a wider release), Jay & Silent Bob Reboot is for fans of the View Askewniverse above all else.

Clerks III (2022)

At the time of writing, the last entry in the View Askewniverse, Clerks III feels like a genuine goodbye to the universe after nearly 30 years of films. The movie revisits Dante and Randal, who are forced to face their morality when Randal has a heart attack. Deciding to become a filmmaker and make a movie based on his experiences working at a convenience store (mimicking Smith’s own initial impetus to make movies), Randal finds himself testing the limits of Dante’s patience after personal tragedy has left the snarky clerk shaken on a deep level.

The most openly tragic and bittersweet of the View Askewniverse movies, Clerks III confronts loss head-on with an admirable honesty and vulnerability, building to the biggest tearjerker of Smith’s career as a filmmaker. Clerks III doesn’t bring back as many familiar faces as previous entries in the shared universe, and it’s all the better for it. While Jay & Silent Bob Reboot might have been a good tribute to the View Askewniverse, Clerks III feels like a proper send-off. 

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R. L. Stine is one of the most prolific writers of horror fiction for children and teen readers. Considered the “Stephen King of children’s literature,” Stine has written over a hundred books for young readers, many of which have been adapted to TV and film.

Most recently, Netflix released the adaptation of his novel The Prom Queen, which marks the fourth installment in the Fear Street film series. Viewers interested in Stine’s adaptations can use our guide to find out how to watch them all in release date order on platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and more.

Goosebumps (1995-1998)

Goosebumps marked the first adaptation of Stine’s book series of the same name. It is an anthology series, with each episode or two-part episode adapting one of the Goosebumps books. Anthology TV adaptations of children’s books were quite rare at the time, as were horror series for young viewers. However, Goosebumps proved successful, running for four seasons and helping kickstart the careers of actors like Ryan Gosling and Hayden Christensen. It perfectly blended fantasy, horror, and child-friendly entertainment for young viewers in the ‘90s and proved that Stine’s work was well-suited for the screen.

The Nightmare Room (2001-2002)

The Nightmare Room is another anthology adaptation of Stine’s book series of the same name. The series is like The Twilight Zone for adolescents, featuring eerie, strange stories and narration about children’s nightmares and fears. It was a short-lived series, considering there were only 12 books in The Nightmare Room book series. The Nightmare Room performed well as a more mature but still adolescent-friendly series filled with chills, thrills, cliffhangers, and shocking twists.

When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001)

When Good Ghouls Go Bad is a Stine movie that came before the book. Stine developed the idea for the TV movie and, later, wrote the film's novelization. The film centers on Danny (Joe Pichler), a new kid in Walker Falls, Minnesota, who struggles with fitting in and also happens to have a reanimated zombie, Uncle Fred (Christopher Lloyd). When other not-so-good zombies reanimate, it’s up to Danny and Fred to stop them and save the town. When Good Ghouls Go Bad is a gem for both Lloyd and Stine fans. Lloyd is a hilarious, charismatic zombie, while the film is well-written and a lighthearted watch for families.

Haunted Lighthouse (2003)

Based on Stine’s book of the same name, Haunted Lighthouse is a short 4-D film. It premiered in theme parks like SeaWorld, where viewers got to experience tactile special effects such as water jets sprayed at them. In the movie, two ghost children stuck in a lighthouse for over a hundred years begin searching for other children to turn into ghosts and keep them company. Lloyd also stars in this film as Cap’n Jack. While the short film mainly prioritized the 4-D experience, Haunted Lighthouse is also a brief, breezy watch with a fun ghostly twist.

The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It (2007)

The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It is a direct-to-video adaptation of Stine’s book of the same name. The film follows Cassie (Emily Osment), a rebellious teen, who plays a prank on her younger brother by reading from a cursed book against the book’s warning. In the process, she unwittingly releases a monster on Halloween night. The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It is the perfect introductory horror film for viewers wishing to enter the genre. It’s family-friendly but frightening enough to scare younger viewers while also featuring considerable teen talent and relatable teen drama.

Mostly Ghostly Trilogy (2008-2016)

Based on Stine’s book series of the same name, the Mostly Ghostly trilogy kicked off in 2008 with Most Ghostly: Who Let the Ghosts Out? The film centers on Max Doyle (Sterling Beaumon), who discovers the ghosts of two siblings in his home and agrees to help them find out what happened to them. The sequels, Mostly Ghostly: Have You Met My Ghoulfriend? and Mostly Ghostly: One Night in Doom House, continue following Max’s adventures with his ghost friends, with Ryan Ochoa and Corey Fogelmanis taking over the role of Max. The Mostly Ghostly movies feature fairly impressive visuals for TV and direct-to-video films while maintaining an excellent balance of horror and humor.

R. L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour (2010-2014)

Following the success of The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It, Stine’s Haunting Hour books received a TV adaptation, R. L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour. It’s another anthology series featuring young cast members in chilling and eerie situations involving creatures and supernatural phenomena. R. L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour was significantly more mature than Goosebumps, featuring more thoughtful and complex themes and darker stories in which characters found themselves in dangerous and sometimes fatal situations. Its more mature nature resonated well with viewers, earning critical acclaim and offering families a show that would genuinely scare children and parents.

Eye Candy (2015)

While Stine is best known for his children’s literature, he did write a few books aimed at teen/adult readers. In 2015, one of his rare books for adult readers, Eye Candy, received a TV adaptation. The series follows Lindy (Victoria Justice), a brilliant, beautiful, and intimidating woman whose foray into online dating puts her on the tracks of a potential cyber stalker. Although it only ran for one season, Eye Candy earned positive reviews from critics and audiences who praised Justice’s performance, along with the show’s high stakes, exploration of grief, and mildly frightening premise, perfect for teen viewers.

Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls (2015)

Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls is a horror comedy based on Stine’s 2012 novel of the same name. In the film, Beth (Dove Cameron) and her friends are excited when the Halloween festival and haunted carnival arrive in their small town. However, they quickly realize there’s something sinister about prominent carnival entertainer Dr. Hysteria (Andrew Kavadas). Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls is a fun Halloween movie showcasing many young Disney and Nickelodeon stars. It’s silly, funny, and creepy enough to make it a classic for spooky season.

Goosebumps (2015)

Twenty years after the original Goosebumps show, Stine’s beloved series received a film adaptation. The film sees Jack Black portray a fictional version of Stine, who teams up with his teenage neighbor, Zach Cooper (Dylan Minnette), to save his town when the monsters from his books come to life. Goosebumps is filled with nostalgia, strong visual effects, and an enjoyable performance from Black. While aimed at children, adults will find it entertaining, too. The film is especially a must-see for fans of the books and the original TV show.

Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018)

Following Goosebumps’ success, Sony greenlit a sequel, Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween. In the sequel, Black returns as Stine, who once again finds himself fighting his monsters after siblings Sarah (Madison Iseman) and Sonny (Jeremy Ray Taylor) accidentally unleash them by opening Stine’s unfinished manuscript. While Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween largely follows the first film’s template, it still offers another fun, nostalgic Halloween romp for families. It’s funny and clever, and it will easily instill a love of horror in young viewers with its creative and eerie monsters.

Fear Street Trilogy (2021)

Netflix released the Fear Street trilogy in July 2021, making it quite the summer horror movie event. Since Stine’s Fear Street books were geared more toward teenagers than children, the Fear Street movies are also for teens and adults and are proper horror films. The trilogy follows Deena (Kiana Madeira) and her friends after a massacre in their hometown of Shadyside, which leads them to search their town’s grisly past for answers about the supposed Shadyside curse. The Fear Street trilogy is one of the most creative and well-crafted Stine adaptations, blending the nostalgia of ‘90s horror slashers with an imaginative and complex lore.

Just Beyond (2021)

Based on Stine’s graphic novel series of the same name, Just Beyond is a horror anthology series created for Disney+. From alternate worlds to brainwashing schools to teen witch life, each of the eight episodes sees young characters navigating spooky, unsettling, supernatural, and weird circumstances. Just Beyond is light on scares, but big on creativity and imagination. The Twilight Zone-esque stories are intriguing and strange, with a very subtle eeriness to them, that will dazzle young viewers.

Goosebumps (2023 - present)

In 2003, Stine’s Goosebumps series received another TV adaptation. Unlike the original series, Goosebumps is a serialized anthology that tells a new story every season rather than every episode. The first season focuses on a group of teens who investigate the mysterious death of a teenage boy three decades earlier, while Season 2 follows siblings Cece (Jayden Bartels) and Devin (Sam McCarthy), who discover a haunted house on vacation. Goosebumps is a refreshing adaptation of Stine’s work, honoring his spooky source material while effectively transforming it into a serialized format. A little more mature than the original series, it finds the perfect balance between appealing to younger and older audiences.

Zombie Town (2023)

Based on Stine’s 2000 novel of the same name, Zombie Town is a horror comedy about two teenagers who unwittingly turn their fellow town residents into zombies after watching a zombie movie from a reclusive filmmaker. The film brings the zombie subgenre to children with a fun, entertaining, and surprisingly sophisticated story. Zombie Town is a clever and witty movie that pokes a little fun at the zombie genre. In addition to the satire and nostalgia, older viewers will also appreciate the presence of Dan Aykroyd, Chevy Chase, Henry Czerny, and Scott Thompson.

Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025)

Following the success of the Fear Street trilogy, the franchise expanded with another film installment: Fear Street: Prom Queen. Based on Stine’s novel The Prom Queen, the movie follows Lori Granger (India Fowler), a high school outcast who suddenly finds herself in the running for prom queen. However, the triumphant moment turns dark when her competitors begin disappearing. Fear Street: Prom Queen maintains the nostalgic, horror slasher aspects of the original series while leaning more heavily into the teen drama aspects. The prom drama with a slasher twist is the perfect film for teens to watch during prom season.

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Australian horror movies have a unique feel that you can’t always find in Hollywood offerings. With the country harboring some of the most unforgiving and dangerous landscapes out there, many Aussie flicks feature humans facing off against nature or the deadly consequences of wandering beyond the safety of civilization. Other films trade the terror of isolation for something more supernatural or cerebral, and some take aim at the violence and darkness that came from colonization.

With Bring Her Back proving to global audiences that Aussie horror is nothing to trifle with, let’s revisit some of the classics. Whether you’re in the mood for a good old-fashioned slasher or you want to delve a little deeper with thought-provoking mysteries, here are the 10 best Australian horror movies in order of release date and where to stream them online.

Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975)

Beautiful and hauntingly eerie. Really, that’s all you need to know before going into Picnic at Hanging Rock. Based on the 1967 novel by Joan Lindsay, the movie delves into the disappearances of a group of schoolgirls and their teacher out in Victoria, Australia, on Valentine’s Day. Largely regarded as a cinematic masterpiece, Picnic at Hanging Rock offers a compelling mystery set during the Victorian era. Altogether unsettling, the atmospheric horror is top-notch.

Wolf Creek (2005)

When it comes to Aussie horror, Wolf Creek is a bona fide classic. Greg McLean’s beloved slasher sees a group of backpackers cross paths with a sadistic serial killer roaming the Australian Outback. Played with devilish delight by John Jarratt, Mick Taylor deserves a spot right next to other horror icons like Jason and Freddy. While Wolf Creek earns the slasher title in terms of body count, Mick’s weapon of choice certainly sets him apart from other villains of the subgenre. Carrying around a vintage Remington, Mick is a bit like Crocodile Dundee broke very, very bad.

Rogue (2007)

You could fill an entire list with killer crocodile movies from the Land Down Under. However, if you’re looking for one of the best, say hello to Rogue. The poster screams cheesy B-movie movie, but it doesn’t take long to realize Rogue contains one heck of a plot. Loosely inspired by a true story, the film sees a group of tourists and their tour guide come face to face with a man-eating crocodile. Stranded on a small island, the motley crew must work together to escape the jaws of their stealthy enemy. Wolf Creek director Greg McLean ditches his slasher roots for something much more grounded. Rogue knows how to drum up suspense and immerse the audience, even if it gets a tad wild by the end. 

Lake Mungo (2008)

Lake Mungo isn’t your typical found footage film. It takes a pseudo-documentary approach, chronicling the supernatural events surrounding a family after their daughter’s death. The movie plays out like a documentary you’d catch on TV, and that realism adds another layer of creepiness over a slow-burn mystery brimming with atmospheric horror. There are no jump scares here. Instead, the film excels at creeping dread and emotional reveals. Since its Sydney Film Festival debut, Lake Mungo has amassed a well-deserved cult following extending far beyond Australia.

The Loved Ones (2009)

The Loved Ones is a hidden gem of a movie for anyone tired of the same old type of teen horror story. Xavier Samuel plays Brent, a high school boy reeling from his father’s death. After turning down an invitation to prom from Lola (Robin McLeavy), the less-than-popular girl sets her sights on making him pay. Be warned. The Loved Ones gets disturbing. Although it has a teen horror appeal, it transcends typical young adult conventions. For the right audiences, the movie delivers plenty of quirkiness, gore, and dark humor. It’s absolutely twisted but in the best kind of way. Think Carrie or Prom Night but with an abduction twist. 

Cargo (2013)

Martin Freeman stars in one of the more unique zombie movies of the 21st century. Set in the wilderness of remote Australia, Cargo reveals its hook pretty much from the start. After becoming infected by a zombie bite, Freeman’s Andy races against the clock to find someone capable and trustworthy to take care of his infant daughter with the help of a young Aboriginal girl. As one of the more underrated Netflix originals, Cargo carries a more profound message about the erasure of Australia’s Indigenous people. For those who like their horror, thought-provoking and heartbreaking, this one is well worth the watch.

The Babadook (2014)

If giant crocodiles aren’t your thing, The Babadook offers twisty scares and psychological terror. Jennifer Kent comes out swinging with a directorial debut about a monster from a children’s book who seemingly jumps from page to reality to torment a widowed mother and her troubled son. Essie Davis delivers a perfectly unhinged performance alongside Noah Wiseman, adding to the film’s aura of spooky uneasiness. However, the film’s real draw is its deeper messaging about grief. While The Babadook initially didn’t have much success in its native Australia, it found an audience overseas, where it still reigns as a cult favorite and horror hit. 

Boar (2017)

Aussie horror movies and big, scary animals go together like cookies and milk—and Boar is no exception. This gory little horror has a simple enough premise: A giant, bloody-thirsty boar stalks a family in the Outback. Serving up practical effects and violence that tetter into B-movie territory, Boar best suits audiences looking for fun creature features with a little campiness thrown into the mix. Wolf Creek fans will also recognize John Jarratt among the cast, although this time, he trades his expected antagonistic role for something a lot more heroic.

The Nightingale (2018)

Those who enjoyed Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook will find something much darker and violent in her next film. The Nightingale shines a light on the dark side of Australia’s history—emphasis on dark. At its simplest, it’s a revenge story about an Irish convict seeking vengeance against the colonial forces of Tasmania with the help of an Aboriginal tracker. However, it also offers heavy commentary on racial inequality, genocide, and gender disparity. The Nightingale is a tough watch. It’s uncomfortable, disturbing, and terribly violent, but it’s also thought-provoking and educational. There’s nothing supernatural here. The horror comes from the brutal reality of historical atrocities. 

Talk To Me (2022)

Bring Her Back’s Danny and Michael Philippou first jumped from YouTube to the big screen with great success. Their directorial debut, Talk to Me, remains A24’s highest-grossing horror movie and a critical hit. This supernatural number appears like any other teen horror movie before transforming into a chilling exploration of grief. The plot centers on a group of teens forced to contend with dark supernatural forces after attempting to communicate with the dead. While that summary seems cliche, Talk To Me is anything but. Imbued with that quirky, thought-provoking style A24 is known for, the movie excels at delivering edge-of-your-seat scares.  

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Running for seven seasons and airing 141 episodes, The Big Bang Theory spin-off, Young Sheldon, was a huge hit in its own right. The show told the story of Sheldon’s young life growing up in a small Texas town in the early ’90s. The spin-off was so successful that it even spawned its own spin-off with Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which premiered in 2024. But now, after its finale, what has the Young Sheldon cast been up to?

From numerous appearances on Georgie & Mandy to voicing a character in a George Orwell classic, here’s where the cast of Young Sheldon are now.

Jim Parsons (Narrator Sheldon Cooper) 

After starring as Sheldon Cooper in Big Bang, Parsons reprised his role in Young Sheldon, serving as the narrator of the show. Just a few months after Young Sheldon concluded, Parsons headed for Broadway and starred in the play Our Town. The show opened on October 20, 2024, and ran until January 19, 2025. After that, Parsons starred in an animated adaptation of George Orwell’s classic story, Animal Farm, as Snowball. The film premiered on June 11, 2025 at the Annecy Film Festival and will release in theaters in Summer 2025. 

Ian Armitage (Young Sheldon Cooper)

2017 was a huge year for the young Ian Armitage. He broke into Hollywood with a role in HBO’s Big Little Lies, followed by his starring role in Young Sheldon. Since the show’s finale, Armitage hasn’t yet had another role, and instead, has been taking time to learn new hobbies, like getting his pilot's license. However, a third season of Big Little Lies is almost assured. Every single member of the cast has publicly stated their desire for a third season, and on June 2, 2025, the show’s creator David E. Kelley told People, “We had a great time doing the first two seasons and we all want to do it again."

Zoe Perry (Mary Cooper) 

Zoe Perry, who happens to be the daughter of the great Laurie Metcalf, starred as Sheldon’s mom, Mary Cooper. Before Young Sheldon, Perry was mostly a theater actor, and the series was actually her first major role in Hollywood. After Young Sheldon, Perry reprised her role as Mary Cooper numerous times in Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage and had a supporting role in the final season of The Connors. Georgie & Mandy has already been renewed and will return in Fall 2025, so fans will get to see Perry play Mary Cooper again.

Lance Barber (George Cooper Sr.)

Hardcore fans of The Big Bang Theory Universe will know that Barber not only played Sheldon’s dad in Young Sheldon, but he also had a guest appearance in BBT as Jimmy, one of the kids who used to bully Leonard but is now grown-up and washed-up. Since Young Sheldon concluded, Barber reprised his role in a dream sequence for Georgie & Mandy, which became one of the most touching episodes of the entire season (because, as fans will remember, he dies in Young Sheldon). Barber has also appeared in a few episodes of the hit cartoon Big City Greens as Frank, a character who pops up doing various odd jobs. 

Annie Potts (Connie Tucker)

Potts quickly became a fan-favorite character, starring as Sheldon’s foul-mouthed grandma Connie (aka Meemaw). Potts was already a legendary actor before joining Young Sheldon and was known for her roles in Ghostbusters and Designing Women. Since the show concluded, she’s starred in numerous episodes of Georgie & Mandy and is slated to star in the upcoming rom-com 40 Dates and 40 Nights. In the movie, she’ll play a grandma who makes a bet with her jaded granddaughter that she’ll find love if she can go on 40 dates. She’ll be joined in the cast by Sterling Knight and Bailee Madison, among others. 

Montana Jordan (Georgie Cooper Jr.)

Jordan starred as Sheldon’s older brother, Georgie, and has since taken on a starring role in his own spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. So far, the BBT Universe has been Jordan’s only on-screen credits in Hollywood, so it’s incredibly impressive to land two starring roles back-to-back as your first on-screen credits ever. He also has a pretty large social media following, with 1.1 million followers on Instagram and 4.5 million followers on TikTok at the time of writing. In 2024, he also became a father to his daughter Emma, who regularly visits the Georgie & Mandy set.

Emily Osment (Mandy Elizabeth)

Osment joined the cast of Young Sheldon in 2022 as Georgie’s girlfriend, Mandy. She already held a long acting resume before joining the show, including starring in the Spy Kids film franchise and Hannah Montana. Just like Jordan, she now stars in the spin-off Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which is returning for Season 2 in 2025. One thing that viewers might not know is that Emily is the sister of The Sixth Sense star Haley Joel Osment. 

Raegan Revord (Missy Cooper)

Revord played Sheldon’s sister, Missy. Since the conclusion of Young Sheldon, Revord reprised her role in numerous episodes of Georgie & Mandy, and she even had a guest role in an episode of Night Court alongside fellow BBT alum Melissa Rauch. Revord is also making the jump from acting to writing. In Fall 2025, she’s launching her debut novel, Rules for Fake Girlfriends. The book is already receiving advanced praise, with She Drives Me Crazy author Kelly Quindlen calling it “a tender, sparkling journey of love in all its forms.”

Matt Hobby (Pastor Jeff Difford)

As all fans know, religion is a very important part of Mary Cooper’s life…and, therefore, was made a big part of her family’s life. That’s why Hobby’s character Pastor Jeff became such a major character in the show. After having a recurring role in the earlier seasons, he quickly became a series regular. Like many other characters from Young Sheldon, he, too, had a guest spot on Georgie & Mandy. Aside from that, no other upcoming roles have been revealed at the time of writing.  

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The idea of living life in someone else's shoes has always been fascinating, and no film series captures that fantasy better than Freaky Friday. Since the original hit screens in 1976, audiences have been enthralled by what happens when two people swap bodies and are forced to see the world from a completely different perspective.

Maybe it's watching relatable characters stumble through unfamiliar routines, or maybe it's the universal appeal of wishing that someone else could understand what you're going through just for a day. Either way, Freaky Friday has stood the test of time by using comedy to offer some very meaningful life lessons. So, let's take a closer look at this franchise and see why the films still make us laugh. Here's all Freaky Friday movies in order and where to watch them. 

Freaky Friday (1976)

Based on the 1972 children's book by Mary Rodgers, the original film that kicked off the Freaky Friday franchise stars Barbara Harris as frazzled mom, Ellen, and Jodie Foster as her daughter, Annabel. After both mutter about how easy the other must have it, they wake up having swapped bodies. Ellen, now stuck navigating high school cliques, mean teachers, and field hockey practice, quickly realizes that teenage life isn't as carefree as she thought. Meanwhile, Annabel struggles with housework, grocery shopping, and hosting a dinner party. The film became a massive hit for the skill with which it blended slapstick comedy with real warmth.

Summer Switch (1984)

This made-for-television movie took the body-swap idea in a new direction by focusing on a father-son duo from the first Freaky Friday movie. When 14-year-old Ben wishes he could escape summer camp, and his dad Bill wishes for a break from adult responsibility, a magical switch grants their wishes, with wild results. Ben, now in Bill's body, fumbles through the corporate world while Bill, as Ben, endures the trials of camp life. Though not as widely remembered as other entries, Summer Switch gave viewers a fresh take on the swap trope, with critics noting its light-hearted charm and relatable father-son dynamics. It became a family-friendly staple in Disney's television movie lineup.

A Billion for Boris (1984)

Rather than a body swap, this quirky sequel to Freaky Friday takes a sci-fi detour. Annabel and her boyfriend, Boris, discover a mysterious television set that broadcasts news reports from the future. Seeing a chance to help people (and maybe make a fortune), they try to change upcoming events, only to learn that tampering with fate isn't so simple. While the film didn't reach the same level of popularity as its predecessor, A Billion for Boris intrigued viewers with its unusual premise and moral questions about destiny and greed. It's a fun hidden gem for fans of offbeat '80s made-for-television movies.

Freaky Friday (1995)

This Disney Channel update starred Shelley Long as Ellen and Gaby Hoffmann as Annabelle, bringing a fresh '90s flavor to the familiar tale. The pair swap bodies thanks to a pair of magical amulets, just as Ellen's demanding new job and Annabelle's school life collide. As they hilariously bumble through each other's daily routines, both learn to respect the pressures the other faces. While the made-for-television format of Freaky Friday meant it didn't reach theatrical heights, it earned solid reviews for its performances and remained a Disney Channel favorite for years. Viewers appreciated its wholesome humor and updated look at mother-daughter relationships.

Freaky Friday (2003)

The most famous and arguably most popular adaptation, the 2003 version of Freaky Friday stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan as Tess and Anna, a bickering mom-daughter duo. A cursed fortune cookie triggers their body swap just days before Ellen's wedding and Anna's big band audition. As the two try (and fail) to hide the switch from those around them, they gradually reconnect and learn to support each other's dreams. The film was a hit with critics and audiences who praised its witty script, energetic performances, and memorable soundtrack (who can forget Anna's band, Pink Slip?). It remains one of the best-loved entries in the franchise.

Freaky Friday (2018)

This Disney Channel Original Movie is based on the stage musical version of Freaky Friday, complete with catchy songs and dance numbers. Heidi Blickenstaff plays Katherine, a stressed-out single mom planning her wedding, while Cozi Zuehlsdorff is Ellie, her rebellious teenage daughter. When a magical hourglass causes their bodies to switch, the duo must scramble to reverse the spell before the big day. With energetic choreography and catchy lyrics, this adaptation brought a Broadway-style flair to the story. Though it didn't generate the same pop culture splash as the 2003 film, it found a loyal fanbase among younger viewers and musical lovers.

Freakier Friday (2025)

As the newest entry in the franchise, Freakier Friday sees an adult, Anna, now a mom herself to her daughter Harper and step-daughter Lily, face a body swap, not just with her kids but with several members of her family, after a mysterious magical incident spirals out of control. The result is a swap-fest that forces all of them to understand one another's struggles. Early buzz from test screenings suggests a fun mix of nostalgia and fresh chaos, with plenty of silliness and a few life lessons.

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Viewers have always been drawn to stories where humanity is outgunned but refuses to back down. These films remind us that when the chips are down, we can be brave, even if we're staring straight into the eyes of something not of this Earth. And when it comes to large-scale alien blockbusters, few titles resonate with this theme as much as the Independence Day series.

This franchise gave us landmark-smashing mayhem, rousing speeches, and fighter jets taking on spaceships the size of continents. If you're ready to revisit or discover this sci-fi saga for the first time, here's how to watch all the Independence Day movies in order.

Independence Day (1996)

The story begins on July 2, when a series of massive alien ships appear in the skies above major cities across the globe. What starts out as an awe-inspiring event quickly spirals into a coordinated annihilation as entire cities like Los Angeles are destroyed in seconds. The film follows hotshot pilot Captain Steven Hiller, MIT-educated satellite engineer David Levinson, the President of the United States, and a ragtag group of survivors trying to unite humanity against an overwhelming extraterrestrial threat. As the world teeters on collapse, it all comes down to a bold plan to upload a computer virus into the alien mothership.

This movie is a time capsule of '90s blockbuster magic, dramatic and unapologetically patriotic. But what makes Independence Day work is its balance of spectacle and character. Will Smith's charisma is off the charts, Jeff Goldblum brings just the right amount of quirky logic, and Bill Pullman delivers what might still be the greatest fictional presidential speech in cinema history. It's fun, but it's also smart enough to keep you hooked from start to finish.

Independence Day: Resurgence (2016)

Set 20 years after the original, Independence Day: Resurgence picks up in a world that's rebuilt and rearmed using salvaged alien tech. Earth has established a unified global defense force, and while the scars of the first invasion remain, humanity seems ready for anything until, of course, a second, even more devastating alien force arrives. This time, the mothership hovers over the Atlantic Ocean, with plans to drain the planet's core of valuable resources. A new generation of heroes, led by defense pilot Jake Morrison, teams up with returning veterans to save Earth one more time. Only now, the fight stretches beyond the atmosphere.

Unfortunately, lightning didn't strike twice. Resurgence tries to go bigger in terms of complexity, but it lacks some of the charm that made the original so memorable. The action is good, and there are a few very cool scenes, but the emotional core feels thin. It's not a complete misfire, though. There are a lot of fun and nostalgic callbacks buried under the rubble. So, if you're already on board for the ride, it's totally worth watching.

What's Next For The Independence Day Franchise?

In 2016, the future of Independence Day looked like it was gearing up for warp speed. Director Roland Emmerich had plans for a third (and even fourth) chapter, teasing an intergalactic adventure that would take Earth's fight straight to alien territory. He hinted that the story would follow the same group of younger characters, set a year or two after Resurgence, with a tighter turnaround between films.

But after the sequel's lukewarm reception and Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox, that momentum hit a wall. Producer Dean Devlin has since distanced himself from any concrete plans, and with no updates in years, the franchise is firmly parked in limbo. For now, it seems Independence Day 3 may stay grounded. But in Hollywood, never say never.

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Final Fantasy is one of gaming’s biggest names, extending across over 16 main series releases and dozens of spinoffs. Square Enix’s RPG juggernaut is no stranger to movies and TV, either, as it’s inspired several anime, films, and even a couple of live-action projects.

For longtime fans of the franchise, these movies and TV shows are a way to see the Final Fantasy world in a new way—or, in some cases, see how Final Fantasy has impacted the world. This guide will go over every Final Fantasy movie and TV show so far. Note that, because the franchise is an anthology where most numbered entries are set in completely different timelines, most of these are in release order and don’t need to be viewed in any particular order.

Final Fantasy: Legend of the Crystals (1994)

This 1994 series marks the first attempt to adapt Final Fantasy as an anime. Legend of the Crystals is set in the world of Final Fantasy V; 200 years after the events of the game, three of the four elemental crystals have been stolen and Mid, one of the handful of recurring Final Fantasy characters, sends new heroes Prettz and Linaly to deal with the evil Deathgyunos. While it was initially received positively, most critics and fans these days find Legend of the Crystals to be a weak adaptation of a beloved franchise.

Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001)

The next Final Fantasy adaptation is a bizarre case, even by the standards of a franchise that includes a race of gourmands and a boss fight against a literal house. The Spirits Within is a 2001 photorealistic animated film with a star-studded cast that includes Ming-Na Wen, Alec Baldwin, Donald Sutherland, and Steve Buscemi. The sci-fi film impressed many critics and audiences with its then-groundbreaking visuals, though fans of the games were disappointed by how little it actually has to do with Final Fantasy. Unfortunately for the filmmakers, Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within remains one of the biggest box office bombs of all time and resulted in the closure of Square Pictures.

Final Fantasy: Unlimited (2001-2002)

Final Fantasy: Unlimited is the second anime to attempt to capture the magic of the games. It follows 12-year-old twins Ai and Yu Hayakawa as they enter a mysterious fantasy world to find their parents. The show is clearly aimed toward younger viewers, which disappointed many fans of the games. Both low ratings and the failure of The Spirits Within resulted in the series’ planned 52-episode run being slashed to just 25. Fortunately for fans, Unlimited’s story has been continued through novels, manga, and more.

Last Order: Final Fantasy VII (2005)

The success of Final Fantasy VII has led to a still-growing sub-series centered around Cloud Strife and his world. A 25-minute long prequel to the 1997 game released as a bonus feature for Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, Last Order: Final Fantasy VII depicts two events referenced in FFVII: Sephiroth’s destruction of Nibelheim and Zack and Cloud escaping from Shinra. Though generally well-received by fans, some of the OVA’s changes were so controversial that the developers of FFVII prequel game Crisis Core were careful to retcon them. 

Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2005)

Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is a sequel to the beloved 1997 game set two years after the defeat of Sephiroth. It follows Cloud Strife as he tries to save kidnapped children infected with Geostigma, a mysterious disease he is also suffering from. Advent Children is notorious among fans for its bizarre, confusing plot that only those who have played through all of FFVII have even a chance of following. Still, its visuals and action sequences are pretty solid even 20 years later, so it’s worth a watch for anyone who can’t get enough of Cloud, Sephiroth, and the rest of the game’s characters.

Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV (2016)

With Final Fantasy XV, Square Enix explored different ways of expanding the story outside of the game itself. The results of that were the mini-series Brotherhood: Final Fantasy XV and the film Kingsglaive, the latter of which takes place at the same time as the beginning of the game. It focuses on Regis Lucis Caelum CXIII, King of Lucis and father of FFXV protagonist Noctis, as he tries to make peace with the invading empire of Niflheim. The English dub cast features some big names, with Sean Bean, Lena Headey, and Aaron Paul playing major roles. Unfortunately, the film was poorly received by critics, who praised the visuals but took issue with the writing, particularly how the story handles its female characters.

Brotherhood: Final Fantasy XV (2016)

Set during the events of Final Fantasy XV, Brotherhood explores the backstories, personal lives, and relationships of the game’s cast. The five episode mini-series reveals how Noctis met Prompto, Gladiolus, and Ignis, as well as how one particular childhood memory still affects him. Brotherhood was warmly received overall, especially in comparison to other Final Fantasy movies and shows, though the main criticism is that it really doesn’t make sense unless you’ve played FFXV.

Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light (2017)

Unlike the rest of the movies and shows on this list, Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light is set in the real world rather than a fantasy realm—at least for the most part. It tells a sweet story about a young man who uses the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) to anonymously reconnect with his distant retiree father. Inspired by a blog post written by an FFXIV player who introduced the game to their father, the mini-series mixes live-action scenes with footage captured in-game. If you’re a fan of charming and wholesome shows about how media can foster and repair family connections, this one’s for you.

Brave Father Online: Our Story of Final Fantasy XIV (2019)

Based on the same premise and blog post, Brave Father Online: Our Story of Final Fantasy XIV is a film adaptation of Dad of Light. Though it makes some changes, such as adding more characters who play the game, it tells the same story of a young man using the MMORPG to interact with his father. This time, thanks to technological improvements to the game and Square Enix giving the filmmakers their own server to capture footage on, the FFXIV sections look better in the movie while still delivering a sweet and powerful family story.

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Since its debut in 2005, Avatar: The Last Airbender has delighted and moved viewers with its powerful storytelling, strong characters, and gorgeous anime-inspired art. The show introduced a world where some people can manipulate, or “bend,” one of the four elements: water, earth, fire, and air. The only person capable of bending all four elements is the Avatar, a spiritual leader responsible for keeping the world in balance.

The Avatar universe has expanded, with its story continuing through a sequel series, comics, and novels. Beyond that, there have also been two live-action adaptations of the original series. The franchise will continue to grow in the coming years, with the film The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender releasing in 2026 and series Avatar: Seven Havens currently in development. If you’re hoping to catch up with the franchise, this guide will go over every Avatar: The Last Airbender movie and TV show in order. 

Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)

Avatar: The Last Airbender does more than simply introduce the fascinating world of bending. Over the course of three seasons, the series tells an incredible story about friendship, resistance, and courage that has stuck with fans for over two decades now. It starts when siblings Katara and Sokka find a boy frozen in ice, who turns out to be both the last survivor of the Air Nomads and the long-missing Avatar. 

Avatar shocked and impressed Nickelodeon viewers when it aired for its deep narrative that touches on topics not usually seen on the channel, including sexism, child abuse, and fascism. Two decades later, it remains a must-watch for anyone interested in fantasy worlds with masterful storytelling.

The Last Airbender (2010)

While many Avatar fans may want to deny the existence of a live-action movie directed by M. Night Shyamalan, it does, in fact, exist. The Last Airbender is notorious for, among other things, its poor handling of the source material and whitewashed cast. While the original show is known and beloved for its strong writing and incredible character development, none of that is reflected here. If you really, really want to watch every Avatar movie and show, then this is definitely one of them. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you. 

Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024-present)

This second attempt to reimagine the original series in live action has been more positively received. Still, it’s controversial among fans due to the lack of involvement from franchise creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, who were initially involved but left the project in 2020 over creative differences.

Regardless, Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024) captures some of the magic of its source material. Its solid action sequences and special effects bring the bending world to life, and the young cast generally does a good job with these iconic characters. Only the first season is available so far, but two more seasons covering the rest of the story are in production now.

The Legend of Korra (2012-2014)

Set 70 years after The Last Airbender’s finale, The Legend of Korra tells the story of Aang’s successor, a young woman from the Southern Water Tribe. Korra is Aang’s opposite in most every way. Where he was patient and gentle, she’s headstrong and hot-headed, and where he had a natural inclination toward the spirits, she struggles with the non-physical aspects of being the Avatar.

Over the course of four seasons, though, Korra grows into her role, saving the world several times in the process. Rather than focusing on one main villain like The Last Airbender, the sequel series introduces a new threat every season, and these adversaries are motivated by more than just ambition and power hungrily. Instead, their distinct philosophies challenge Korra and viewers to see the world through different perspectives. This makes The Legend of Korra feel more mature than its predecessor, expanding on the franchise’s legacy of complex characters with compelling story arcs.

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The Disney Channel technically premiered its first original movie in 1983 with Tiger Town. But back then, the Disney Channel was an expensive premium network that customers had to purchase on top of their normal cable subscriptions. It wasn’t until the late ’90s when the channel transitioned into basic cable that audiences around the country were finally able to watch its original shows and movies. That’s really when Disney Channel Original Movies began to thrive. 

The first modern DCOM was 1997’s Under Wraps, and since then, the network has had tons of hit original films, like the always-iconic Halloweentown, the cultural phenomenon High School Musical, and even ongoing franchises like Zombies. Use our guide to discover the best Disney Channel Original Movies that you can watch right now on Disney+. 

Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century (1999)

Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century is like, stellar major! The iconic DCOM takes place in the future, where a giant space station orbits Earth. Some kids, like Zenon Carr, have spent their entire lives on the station and don’t know anything about life on Earth. But what happens when an evil corporation sets out to destroy the space station to collect the insurance?  

Well, it’s nothing that a totally rad ’90s pre-teen can’t handle…especially with the help of her bestie, Nebula (played by Raven), and the galaxy’s hottest popstar, Proto Zoa. Zenon is perfect for anyone who wants bright, bold colors, lots of intergalactic slang, and a truly campy and ridiculous story. 

Halloweentown (1998)

Halloweentown is easily the most iconic and beloved DCOM ever. Yes, ever. In the film, the young Marnie feels out of place in her dull, normal suburb that’s filled with dull, normal residents. But one night, she discovers why. After following her grandma (played by the legendary Debbie Reynolds), she discovers that she’s actually a witch.

Even cooler, her grandma doesn’t live in the mortal world. She lives in Halloweentown, which is filled with ghosts, werewolves, skeletons, and of course, witches. For everyone who loves Halloween, or anyone who felt like they didn’t belong as kids (which, c’mon, was basically all of us), Halloweentown is an incredibly fun and uplifting movie. 

The Luck of the Irish (2001)

High school is hard enough as it is, but what happens when you find out you’re not just an ordinary teenager…you’re a leprechaun? That’s exactly what happens to Kyle (played by DCOM regular Ryan Merriman). In the movie, he discovers his Irish roots and learns to embrace his unique circumstances.

Kyle’s grandfather is also a leprechaun and is played by comedy legend Henry Gibson. He steals the family’s luck because he’s mad his daughter had a “mixed” marriage with a human. For some hilariously awful Irish stereotyping, like gold coins and Irish dancing, and some serious aughties nostalgia, you got to watch The Luck of the Irish.

Teen Beach Movie (2013)

One of the smartest, and easily the most meta, DCOMs ever is Teen Beach Movie. In the film, two teens get sucked into the world of the campy 1960s musical Wet Side Story. The whole movie pokes fun at classic musicals like West Side Story, Grease, Beach Party, and more. 

The arrival of these outsiders begins to change the characters, and suddenly everyone starts realizing how one-dimensional and fake they are. If you want bright colors, great original songs (that have amassed hundreds of millions of views online), and tons of campy charm, Teen Beach Movie is for you.

The Color of Friendship (2000)

One of the most impactful DCOMs ever is The Color of Friendship. The movie tells the true story of Piper Dellums, a young Black girl and the daughter of Congressman Ron Dellums, who invites an exchange student from South Africa to live with her and her family in the ’70s. But the girl who shows up is white (and this is during the era of apartheid), so racial tensions flare. 

But the girls soon become friends and realize that human connection is much deeper than skin color. The film won an Emmy, Writers Guild Award, NAACP Award, and even the lofty Humanities Prize. 

Camp Rock (2008)

Banking on the roaring success of High School Musical, Disney Channel realized musicals were the key to viewers (see Teen Beach Movie above). In ‘08, Disney essentially mashed up the movies Fame and Camp to bring Camp Rock—a film about a summer camp for artsy kids. 

With a roster of Disney icons like Demi Lovato, Alyson Stoner, and the Jonas Brothers, the movie was a huge hit. In recent years, it’s also been memed like crazy because it is, in all truthfulness, cringey as heck. Still, the cheesy corniness of it is tons of fun. Watch this one with a bottle of wine and laugh the night away. 

Get a Clue (2002)

What happens when you mix Clueless with Harriet the Spy and have Lindsay Lohan star as a fashionista high schooler who writes “human interest” pieces for her wealthy prep school newspaper? You end up with Get a Clue. But when she stumbles upon a real juicy mystery, she enlists her friends to tackle the biggest story of their lives. 

Joined in the cast by Brenda Song and even acting legend Amanda Plummer, the movie is absolutely fab. From outlandish fashions to a surprisingly fun and compelling story, Get a Clue is a criminally underrated DCOM that everyone needs to watch. 

Zombies (2018)

Giving off some massive Wicked vibes, Zombies became a huge hit for the Disney Channel and takes place in a world where zombies are ostracized by society. So much so that high schools are even segregated and treat zombies like monsters. 

But in one school, a preppy, pink-clad cheerleader befriends a green-haired zombie, and the two become an unlikely duo (sound familiar?). But despite its similarities to Wicked, Zombies is still a lot of fun. There’s a reason why it's spawned a franchise, including a fourth film that’s releasing in Summer 2025.

Smart House (1999)

In a wildly unexpected twist, the 1999 movie Smart House has somehow become more relevant now than ever. In the film, a motherless family wins a new experimental smart house, controlled by the AI entity named PAT (Katey Sagal). Heavily inspired by HAL from 2001: A Space Odyssey, the movie was originally a fun, kid-friendly take on the Kubrick classic.

But in the present day, with actual smart houses filled with Wi-Fi-connected fridges, thermostats, ovens, security systems, TVs, gaming consoles, lights, and more, Smart House has become a surprisingly timely story for the 21st century. 

High School Musical (2006)

“We’re all in this togetherrrrrr!!!!!” Or what about, “I love to pop and lock and jam and break!” C’mon, you know you love it…High School Musical is one of the most iconic DCOMs ever, and at the time of its release, it was the network’s most-watched program, with Variety reporting it drew in 7.7 million viewers. 

The movie centers around a high school where the star basketball player (Zac Efron) wants to act in the school’s musical, but because of societal pressure for men to play sports and not enjoy the arts, he’s torn about whether to follow his dreams or to conform. High School Musical teaches us all that it’s best to follow our dreams, no matter where they lead. 

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We have a lot of superhero and comic book movie films coming to the big screen. 2025 alone will see the return of Marvel’s first family in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, as well as DC’s first hero in Superman from former Marvel and Troma alum James Gunn. 

But only one hero can truly claim to be the first superhero from New Jersey, and that would be Troma’s iconic Toxic Avenger. Affectionately known as Toxie, this mutated superhero has been fighting for the environment since the ‘80s, and he may have one of the weirdest film catalogs out there. If you want to catch up before the upcoming film reboot, here’s how to watch all of The Toxic Avenger’s adventures in order, and where to stream them. 

The Toxic Avenger (1984)

The adventure that started it all, 1984’s The Toxic Avenger stands out as a one-of-a-kind adventure flick in the true Troma tradition. Setting the tone for all that would come after, the movie kicks off with Toxie’s origin in grand fashion. Ninety-eight pound weakling Melvin Junko III is a beleaguered janitor who is ridiculed by the members of the health club he works at. A prank leads to Melvin falling out of a second story window and into a drum of toxic waste. Rather than dying, he becomes the mutated Toxic Avenger, and sets about fighting crime, getting revenge, and falling in love with a blind woman. The film is notoriously vile, full of sex, violence, and gross-out humor, but it is genuinely a triumph of independent filmmaking. 

The Toxic Avenger Part II (1989)

Maybe one-of-a-kind isn’t the right descriptor, considering the success of The Toxic Avenger led to back-to-back sequels, starting with 1989’s The Toxic Avenger Part II. The Toxic Avenger Part II sees Toxie leaving his beloved Tromaville to journey to Japan in search of his father. Unfortunately, his absence paves the way for the sinister Apocalypse Inc. to invade Tromaville. The sequel does lose some of the charm the original had just by virtue of the absurd premise being a follow-up, and those who loved the original definitely didn’t take to this one as strongly, with the film largely receiving negative reviews. 

The Toxic Avenger Part III: The Last Temptation of Toxie (1989)

Just a few months after the release of The Toxic Avenger II, fans got a threequel in the form of The Toxic Avenger Part III: The Last Temptation of Toxie. Released with the kind of turnaround time the MCU can only dream of, Toxic Avenger Part III sees Toxie having solved all of Tromaville’s crime, working menial jobs in an effort to pay for his blind girlfriend’s surgery. The title alludes to Toxie’s eventual begrudging alliance with Apocalypse Inc, and the literal Satan figure who attempts to take control of Toxie for his own means. The film is pretty out there, with a massive chunk of it devoted to a video game-based duel between Toxie and Satan, wildly confirming the existence of God in the Toxic Avenger universe. 

Sgt. Kabukiman, N.Y.P.D. (1990)

A bit of a sidestep, but if you want the complete Toxic Avenger experience, then you’ll have to experience one of Troma’s lesser-known superheroes. By today’s standards, Sgt. Kabukiman, N.Y.P.D. is…well, bizarre, even for Troma, but it is still all meant to be in good fun. Detective Harry Griswald, investigating the serial murder of kabuki actors, is kissed by a dying actor. The kiss grants him bizarre powers, transforming him into Sgt. Kabukiman, a character that would make Deadpool seem sane. Despite several false starts, Sgt. Kabukiman, N.Y.P.D. has yet to receive a sequel, but the character has long been an unofficial secondary mascot for Troma, appearing in promo videos and cameos throughout various Troma films. 

Toxic Crusaders (1991)

Okay, so if The Toxic Avenger is about a mutated, bullied nerd who crushed his bullies skulls, fights evil conglomerates, and hooks up with his blind girlfriend, what’s the next logical step? If you said Saturday morning cartoon, you were probably an exec desperately trying to capture the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles wave. Toxic Crusaders turned Toxie into a family-friendly environmental hero, allied with a band of similarly mutated heroes, and fighting mutated scientists who want to destroy the planet. The cartoon lasted for 13 episodes, but it remains an oddity with enough cult residual fan appeal to warrant a retro toyline in 2023 and a retro video game in 2025. 

Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV (2000)

A full decade after the release of Toxic Avenger Part II and Part III, we finally got a fourth film. The first thing it did: have comic book icon Stan Lee himself open the film via narration, declaring this was a direct sequel to the first film, and the other two aren’t canon. Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV sees Toxie and students from the Tromaville School for the Very Special launched into a mirror universe, where they find the town of Amortville that is terrorized by an evil mirror universe variant of Toxie, known as The Noxious Offender. While not met with the same praise as the original, Citizen Toxie nonetheless endeared itself more ot fans and even garnered enough acclaim to almost get a sequel. 

The Toxic Avenger: The Musical (2018)

If there is anything you can say universally about Troma’s Toxic Avenger franchise, it is certainly adaptable to other mediums. Debuting in 2008, The Toxic Avenger: The Musical is an actual, no joke, award-winning Off-Broadway musical that retells the events of the first film but adds a stronger environmental message and musical numbers, including “Who Will Save New Jersey?,” “Get The Geek,” and “Hot Toxic Love.” Sadly, the production does not appear to have been performed since 2017, but a recording was made available to streaming services in 2018 for those who wanted their Troma absurdity to have a song in its heart. 

The Toxic Avenger (2025)

It seems like such a no-brainer to release The Toxic Avenger. Originally premiering in 2023, the much hyped and highly-anticipated reboot stars Game of Thrones’ Peter Dinklage as Toxie, reimagining him as Winston Gooze, a janitor who fights back against criminals and corruption after being transformed in an accident. Despite an all-star cast that includes Elijah Wood and Kevin Bacon, the bizarre story, incredibly violent story, and just plain uncertainty of the IP led to The Toxic Avenger almost being shelled. Fans will finally get to see this one August 29, 2025, more than two years after its acclaimed screening at 2023’s Fantastic Fest, thanks to distributor Cineverse. 

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Procedurals are not just about solving cases, more often than not, they’re the place for some of the most beloved ships in television. From Mulder and Scully to Brennan and Booth, we can thank procedurals of all kinds for some of the best couples on television. And what’s a good couple without one kiss scene fans won’t stop replaying?

From first kisses to best kisses, here we count down the 10 best kisses to ever grace procedural television, and tell you where to watch each of the shows they’re featured on.

Castle and Beckett, Castle (2009-2016)

Castle and Beckett’s first real kiss in the Season 4 finale of Castle, titled “Always,” is one for the books. As is the case in many procedurals, they had kissed before, but a fake kiss to distract someone doesn’t give the butterflies their first real kiss—which is also, officially, the beginning of their relationship—does. Particularly considering it comes after Castle walking away from being a NYPD consultant, Beckett resigning, his love confession, and her admitting that nothing, not even catching her mother’s killer, is as important as he is. From here on out, the mystery writer and NYD detective go on to marry and have kids.

Brennan and Booth, Bones (2005-2017)

Brennan and Booth’s first real kiss on Bones is bittersweet because it is not actually the beginning of their relationship. But the 100th episode of the show, titled “The Sums in the Part of the Whole,” which flashes back to when the two originally met and locked lips, explains so much of what came after, so it’s hard not to appreciate it anyway. And sure, Brennan rejects him, and so much happens afterward, but in the end, these two find their way back to each other and go on to have a family together.

Donna and Harvey, Suits (2011-2019)

It took eight seasons before Donna and Harvey, the couple people were rooting for since Suits started, to finally lock lips in the season finale, titled “Harvey.” Fans even lost hope once or twice. But in the end, Harvey and Donna realized what fans already knew: This journey could only lead to the two of them together. Donna already knew. Harvey needed this episode to realize that, when things seemed lost, all he wanted was Donna. Fast forward to now, and as the Suits LA spinoff confirmed, the two are not just married but have a family together.

Kensi and Deeks, NCIS: Los Angeles (2009-2023)

This is one of the few cases where their first kiss—an undercover kiss, and not the beginning of their relationship—makes the list, if only because it was the kiss that proved this was *the* ship of NCIS: Los Angeles, and perhaps even the franchise. It was the Season 3 episode “Neighborhood Watch,” the kind of fanfic type hour that no fan should miss that saw them lock lips to avoid being caught snooping around a suspect’s house. Kensi and Deeks would go on to get together mid-Season 6 of the show and never look back. Fans got to experience a wedding, an adoption, and even a pregnancy by the end of the show.

Tony and Ziva, NCIS (2003-present)

Another couple who shared an undercover kiss before their first real kiss, and whose first real kiss was a goodbye kiss, this list is still not complete without NCIS’s Tony and Ziva. It was bittersweet, because it comes after Ziva resigns NCIS to protect the team, and after Tony tracks her down only for her to tell him she wants to live in peace. So, even though the Season 11 episode “Past, Present and Future,” is the beginning of the story, a lot of it happens off-screen. After the goodbye the two—and their daughter Tali—come together to form a family, one we will see back on our screens in the new spinoff NCIS: Tony & Ziva. Hopefully, this time, we'll get all the content on our screens.

Stella and Kelly, Chicago Fire (2012-present)

The steadiest couple in the One Chicago franchise, Chicago Fire’s Kelly and Stella didn’t take long to lock lips after she appeared in Season 4. In fact, it was just a few episodes until “Kind of A Crazy Idea” saw them rekindle their romance at Molly’s bar, as they were fixing up the place. But it’s not just that their chemistry was apparent right away, or that they had history that proved they were perfect for each other. It’s that we’ve followed them in the journey afterward, which includes a wedding and now a baby.

Lucy and Tim, The Rookie (2018-present)

We’re going to give another undercover kiss a nod in this one, just because the excuse of “practicing” for an undercover operation sounds like something straight out of fanfic. There were even candles!  And yet that’s what Lucy and Tim did in The Rookie Season 4 finale, “Day in the Hole,” clearly taking advantage of the situation to do what they really wanted to do. Later, they’d start a relationship, break up, and though they’re not back together yet, the show is not over, and everyone knows they’re endgame.

Lucifer and Chloe, Lucifer (2016-2021)

When a show gives a will they/won’t they couple in a procedural a kiss as quickly as Lucifer gave these two, that means it’s going to throw a wrench or five their way afterward. The moment comes in the Season 2 episode “Stewardess Interruptus,” ironically, as Lucifer realizes he’s just not good enough for Chloe due to his past. This leads to a heartfelt conversation, and a kiss. And sure, the show does throw some problems at them right after, but that doesn’t make Lucifer and Chloe’s kiss by the water any less special—or the journey that came after, complete with celestial kid and a lot of sacrifice, but with a reunion in the end.

Mulder and Scully, The X-Files (1993-2018)

A list like this one was always going to feature Mulder and Scully, particularly because it wasn’t until Season 7’s “Millennium” that the two first shared what looked to be a casual kiss, the type you give someone you’re already used to kissing. Talk about making fans wait too long and then making it seem so normal. And though the show never really gave fans the romantic content they wanted, a movie and two revival seasons later, The X-Files ended with Mulder and Scully, once again, ready to start a family. It seems like not even Chris Carter could fight against their chemistry.

Helen and Max, New Amsterdam (2018-2022)

This one didn’t take as long as some of the others, but when Max ran around the streets of New York to get to Helen’s door and kiss her in the Season 3 finale, “Death Begins in Radiology,” it was still epic. It came after Max finally managed to let go of his late wife and realized he was ready to move on and embrace the future. As was the buildup to their romance on New Amsterdam. Less epic? What happened afterward, as Freema Agyeman was written off the show. Our recommendation? Consider their first kiss the beginning and end of their story. That way it’s satisfying.

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Stephen King’s It franchise is expanding again with the upcoming release of a prequel TV series, IT: Welcome to Derry. King’s novel It, which was published in 1986, has become one of his most recognizable works, spawning multiple film and TV adaptations.

Since 1990, Pennywise the Clown has been terrifying audiences on both the big and small screen in the United States and internationally. Viewers who want to catch up with the franchise can use our guide to find out where to watch every It adaptation in release date order on platforms like Max, Hulu, and more.

It (1990)

The first adaptation of King’s novel was the 1990 live-action miniseries, It, starring Tim Curry in the titular role. The series follows seven outcast preteens who, in 1960, confronted and defeated the evil Pennywise the Clown. When the clown returns in the present, the seven reunite as adults to defeat him once more. It relies more heavily on psychological horror and a character-driven plot than gore and jump scares. As a result, it’s a very thoughtful adaptation with an eerie atmosphere. Meanwhile, fans of the franchise still hail Curry as the best iteration of Pennywise, with his uncanny ability to naturally turn an ordinary clown into one of the most terrifying horror icons ever without the help of special effects.

Woh (1998)

Woh is a Hindi-language TV show adaptation of King’s It. The series takes place in the Indian town of Panchgani, which is terrorized by a clown called Woh (Lilliput). Fifteen years after defeating Woh as teenagers, seven adults reunite to fight him again as he resurfaces, but they soon find his influence impacting their personal lives and families. Woh is the most unique adaptation of King’s It. Similar to the 1990 series, it features very little gore but still invokes an atmosphere of dread. Additionally, Woh made the bold decision to make its titular villain a more sympathetic character who was once human rather than an extraterrestrial being.

It (2017)

It is the first film in a two-part adaptation of King’s work by director Andy Muschietti. The film adapts the novel's first half, which follows The Losers Club as children in the 1980s, who begin investigating their friend Bill’s (Jaeden Martell) little brother’s disappearance. Their investigation reveals a string of suspicious murders and kidnappings in the town of Derry, putting them on the tracks of Pennywise the Clown (Bill Skarsgård). It is a more brutal adaptation of King’s work as it wasn’t limited by TV restrictions. However, it’s also quite unique in that it's a cross between a horror story and a poignant coming-of-age tale. Meanwhile, Skarsgård’s performance is nothing short of chilling and unsettling.

It Chapter 2 (2019)

It Chapter 2 serves as the second half of Muschietti’s adaptation. The film takes place 27 years after the original, where Mike Hanlon (Isaiah Mustafa) is the sole Losers Club member still in Derry. However, when signs of Pennywise’s return arise, he calls the gang together to fulfill their oath to defeat him again. It Chapter 2 is a faithful adaptation with a top-notch cast and even bigger chills and thrills, though the loss of the coming-of-age aspect makes it a little less impactful than the first. Still, the film is a satisfying conclusion that effectively brings King’s novel to life.

IT: Welcome to Derry (2025)

IT: Welcome to Derry will premiere on HBO on an undetermined date in 2025. The TV series is meant to serve as a prequel to the two-part film adaptation. It will follow a group of children in Derry, Maine, in the 1960s, roughly 20 years before the first film's events. The series will explore the victims of Pennywise the Clown before the Losers Club ended his reign of terror. Meanwhile, viewers can expect another chilling depiction of Pennywise as Skarsgård reprises his iconic role for the series.

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Founded in 2012, A24 has quickly become one of the great critical darlings in Hollywood, thanks to a versatile brand and library of strong films. As the legacy studios battle for box office dominance, A24 has found a niche as home to some of modern film’s most exciting storytellers. Its filmography boasts award-winning dramas like Uncut Gems, inventive adventures like Everything Everywhere All At Once, and haunting sci-fi stories like Ex Machina and Under the Skin. 

One of the production company’s trademark genres is horror, with many of the genre’s most acclaimed recent releases coming from A24. Some of them are darkly hilarious, deeply thoughtful, or painfully human. What all of them have in common is that they are absolutely horrifying. While there are plenty of A24 horror movies like Lamb, Men, Hereditary, The Front Room, and Opus that are well worth checking out, these are our picks for the 10 best A24 horror movies and why. Check out the list below, along with a guide on where you can find all these films on streaming services like Hulu, Max, and Prime Video!

Death of a Unicorn (2025)

One of the best A24 horror movies is Death of a Unicorn, a satirical romp on pharmaceutical companies that takes as much inspiration from Jurassic Park as it does from myth. Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd play the straight men to a hilariously awful family of wealthy pharmaceutical company owners played by Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant as they deal with the accidental death of a unicorn—and the discovery of what it could mean for modern medicine.

The broad gags are largely effective amid all the creature feature horror, but the real heart of the film is the rapport between Rudd and Ortega, which anchors the movie just enough for all the ridiculous kills and dark gags to land. Death of a Unicorn is a dark delight for horror fans that pokes at some larger-than-life ideas.

Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022)

A darkly hilarious Gen-Z riff on Agatha Christie-style horror stories, Bodies Bodies Bodies is an absolute blast. It  follows a group of friends whose hurricane party is complicated by a power outage and a series of deaths, which increasingly turn the party against one another. The cast, which includes Amandla Stenberg, Maria Bakalova, Lee Pace, and Pete Davidson in memorable turns, all find an easy and, at times, goofy chemistry that makes the inevitable betrayals and accusations all the more painful.

Underneath it all is a compelling story about friendship and flaws, leading to an effectively vulnerable third act. Bodies Bodies Bodies is a delightfully dark time at the movies, thanks to a strong comedic core that never relents, even as the bodies keep piling up around the set.

Talk To Me (2022)

The feature-length debut of breakout YouTube stars Danny and Michael Philippou, Talk To Me was a low-key hit for A24 and a great showcase for the Australian brothers. The film is a purposefully (and horrifyingly) grounded story, focusing on a grieving teenage girl who discovers a supernatural means to reach beyond the line separating life and death as a kind of party game.

Filled to the brim with creepy imagery, strong performances, and thematic weight, Talk To Me works best when it embraces the painfully flawed humanity that can come out when suffering through immense pain. A sequel is currently in the works, but the critical success and lingering effect of Talk To Me set a high bar for the new film to meet.

The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015)

The feature-length debut of director Osgood Perkins (who would later go on to helm Longlegs and The Monkey), The Blackcoat's Daughter is a bleak and terrifying demonic possession story that subverts the typical archetypes to amazing effect. The film is split across three segments, following two girls at a boarding school who find themselves dealing with a demonic presence. Emma Roberts, Kiernan Shipka, and Lucy Boynton deliver terrific performances across the board, with the twists surrounding Roberts’ enigmatic Joan making her a particular stand-out.

The stark color scheme lends the film a memorable quality that Perkins has only refined with time. Any fan of Osgood Perkins’ later films—or horror movies in general—needs to check this one out. The Blackcoat’s Daughter has the audacity to take direct cues from The Exorcist, but the craft to pull it off.

Heretic (2024)

Anchored by a charmingly creepy Hugh Grant, Heretic is an interesting and inquisitive reflection on the nature of faith and power. Focusing on two young Mormon girls who find themselves trapped in the home of a polite but dangerous philosopher, Heretic has a straightforward premise that drags a little thin by the end of the film. However, the execution elevates the story on several levels, resulting in a naturally compelling film.

Heretic’s inventive direction and well-written script keep the momentum going, especially as the film takes a darker turn. However, it’s the performances that really make the movie. Chloe East and Sophie Thatcher find an easy rapport that draws the audience in, while Hugh Grant delivers one of modern horror’s most enjoyable performances. Thought-provoking and engaging in all the right ways, Heretic is simply a well-made horror movie

Midsommar (2019)

A brutal and tragic tale wrapped up in some awkward humor, Midsommar’s bright and positive outlook hides a strangely compelling (and utterly horrifying) world. After suffering a massive tragedy, Florence Pugh’s Dani accompanies her boyfriend and his friends to rural Sweden. The beautiful scenery and strong filmography paint a beautiful picture of an increasingly unsettling community, with each darkly comic twist and suddenly brutal turn drawing Dani (and the audience) further in.

Pugh is a revelation in the film, which solidified her as one of the best of her generation. The supporting cast is just as strong, especially scene-stealing jerks played by Jack Reynor, Will Poulter, and William Jackson Harper. Midsommar might be the best film in Ari Aster’s filmography, a movie that utilizes his idiosyncratic qualities as a filmmaker while grounding its world just enough to be unforgettable.

I Saw the TV Glow (2024)

A thoughtful and meta-exploration of fandom and mental health, I Saw the TV Glow is one of the most thought-provoking films A24 has released. Jane Schoenbrun’s film is a subtle and unnerving exploration of reality as a young man is confronted by a long-lost friend who claims the entire world around them isn’t real and that the only way to know for sure is to take a potentially lethal leap of faith.

The moody visual aesthetic plays well to the subtly creepy tone of the story, while Justice Smith and Jack Haven find an easy and heartbreaking chemistry that is compelling to watch play out. A purposefully trippy and unsettling film, I Saw the TV Glow was one of 2024’s most discussed critical hits and remains a unique, vulnerable, and effective story.

Bring Her Back (2025)

One of A24’s most recent horror films, Bring Her Back is an all-time great horror tragedy. The most controversial omission on this list is easily Hereditary, Ari Aster’s critically acclaimed 2018 film. Despite the strong reception to that film upon release, there’s a vocal audience (including this writer) who respect the craft on display but don’t like the movie. Instead, those kinds of dark themes and horrifying turns are done far better in Bring Her Back.

The second feature film by Danny and Michael Philippou, Bring Her Back is horrifying on a physical and spiritual level, all while grounding everything with painfully human characters. Sally Hawkins delivers an all-time great performance as a grieving mother who proves capable of anything if it means getting her daughter back. Bring Her Back is a compelling and heartbreaking exploration of grief and what it can do to people. It also happens to be absolutely horrifying. 

The X Trilogy (2022-2024)

Technically, this is cheating by including three films in one slot, but it might have felt repetitive to spend three spots right at the top of the list talking up Ti West’s terrific horror trilogy consisting of X, Pearl, and MaXXXine. It would have been otherwise unavoidable because all of them are phenomenal in their own right but elevate one another when brought together. Each film is a throwback to previous generations of horror, all while pushing the genre forward in a self-aware but still thematically compelling way.

The X trilogy is truly united by Mia Goth, who stars as both the young aspiring star Maxine and the elderly murderer Pearl. Goth is a revelation in this trilogy, especially when she gets to revisit Pearl’s past in the tightly constructed, achingly beautiful, and darkly engrossing Pearl. It’s hard to say which one is best, so it’s just easier to say this entire trilogy is worth watching.

The Lighthouse (2019)

A manic, hilarious, creepy, and deeply interesting film, The Lighthouse is the best A24 horror movie, at least so far. Starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe (both of whom deliver career-best performances in the black and white film) as a pair of workers on a remote lighthouse, Robert Eggers' unsettling but unforgettable film is a genuine one-of-a-kind gem that still stands out even compared to Eggers’ other movies, including the Academy Award-nominated Nosferatu.

A portrait of sanity and banal cruelty that changes on every rewatch, Robert Eggers delivers one of the horror genre’s most thought-provoking movies in decades. Every rewatch pulls out a different emotion, forcing out a unique reaction. More than any other A24 horror movie, The Lighthouse has only grown more intriguing with time. Not for the faint of heart, any true horror fan needs to take a dive into the bizarre horrors of The Lighthouse.

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After a successful first season, Dandadan, also stylized as Dan Da Dan, is gearing up for Season 2. Based on the manga series of the same name by Yukinobu Tatsu, Dan Da Dan has captured viewers’ attention with its genre-bending and stunning animation.

With Season 2 around the corner and a new compilation film in theaters, viewers can use our guide to find out how to watch the Dan Da Dan franchise in release order on platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix, and more.

Dan Da Dan: First Encounter (2024)

Prior to the release of Dan Da Dan Season 1, Dan Da Dan: First Encounter premiered in theaters. Rather than an original feature film, Dan Da Dan: First Encounter is a cross between a preview and a compilation film, compiling of the first three episodes in Season 1. So, at the time, viewers who went to the theater saw these episodes almost two months before they were officially released on Crunchyroll and other platforms. Dan Da Dan: First Encounter was a theatrical compilation never released on streaming. Now that Season 1 is released in full, though, newcomers need not worry that they’ve missed something if they didn’t see the compilation movie in theaters.

Dan Da Dan Season 1 (2024)

Dan Da Dan Season 1 tells the story of two students, Momo Ayase and Ken “Okarun” Takakura, who initially find themselves at odds because Momo believes in the supernatural. In contrast, Okarun firmly believes in the extraterrestrial. However, encounters with the extraterrestrial and supernatural leave them with unique abilities and a mission to combat both forces. Dan Da Dan proved to be a worthy adaptation of the successful manga series, beautifully translating the manga style into animation and brilliantly blending dark humor with supernatural fantasy and sci-fi. It’s highly energetic and entertaining, while also boasting many heartwarming moments as Momo and Okarun’s friendship grows with each episode.

Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye (2025)

Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye premiered in theaters on June 6, 2025. Like Dan Da Dan: First Encounter, it is a compilation film giving viewers an advanced look at the first three episodes of Dan Da Dan Season 2. The film picks up where Dan Da Dan Season 1 left off, as Momo, Okarun, and Jiji come up against Jiji’s hometown folk and learn of the malicious, mysterious entity, Evil Eye. Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye sets Season 2 off on a strong start, delving into a complex villain and emotional backstory while keeping up its characteristic genre shifts, action sequences, and stunning animation.

Dan Da Dan Season 2 (2025)

Dan Da Dan Season 2 will premiere on July 3, 2025. Season 1 left off on a pretty big cliffhanger, with Momo and Okarun heading to Jiji’s hometown to investigate his haunted house, only for Momo to find herself threatened by the townfolk. Season 2 will pick up where it left off, continuing the “Cursed House Arc,” in which Momo and Okarun get to the bottom of Jiji’s history, before heading into the following arc, “Evil Eye.” Viewers should prepare to learn much more about Jiji and his connection to the extremely powerful Evil Eye, and for the season to tread a little deeper into the horror genre.

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While films like Casablanca and 10 Things I Hate About You harbor some of the most famous kisses in cinema history, that doesn’t necessarily mean they made headlines. There’s a difference between the kisses that remain popular for their swoon-worthy presentation and those that garnered attention for famous firsts, pushing censorship boundaries, and behind-the-scenes controversy. This guide is for the films that rocketed into headlines and continue to pop back up in the ethos of the Internet because people can’t stop talking about them.

Here are 10 famous movie kisses that made the news for the good, the bad, and the everything in between, listed in order of release.

Rhett Butler & Scarlett O’Hara - Gone With the Wind (1939)

“You should be kissed and often, and by someone who knows how.” It doesn’t get much more iconic than the kiss shared between Rhett Butler and Scarlett O’Hara in Gone With the Wind. Their passion practically jumps through the screen, earning the movie a permanent spot on lists like this. At the time, Clark Gabel was one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actors, but a then-relatively unknown Vivien Leigh confessed she disliked kissing him, blaming his smelly dentures. The media loves star-drenched drama, and Leigh and Gabel’s behind-the-scenes tension fueled tabloid stories. Of course, Gone With the Wind came with content controversies, too, including accusations of romanticizing the South during a time of extreme racial inequality.

Karen Holmes & Sgt. Milton Warden - From Here to Eternity (1953)

Don’t think a war film can get a little steamy? Tell that to From Here to Eternity. Chronicling the stories of three Army soldiers stationed in Hawaii before the lead-up to Pearl Harbor, the film became a talking point in 1953—and it didn’t just have to do with the bevy of Academy Award nominations and Best Picture win. Deborah Kerr and Burt Lancaster’s famous beach scene featured the ocean-soaked actors kissing in the sand. While comparatively tame by today’s standards, the scene pushed the limits of ’50 censorship, especially with the Hays Code still very much in effect.

Luke and Leia - Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

Long before Jaime and Cersei Lannister made jaws-drop in Game of Thrones, Luke and Leia kissed in a medical bay far, far away. However, The Empire Strikes Back smooch didn’t make headlines until three years later in Return of the Jedi when Obi-Wan Kenobi lets it slip that Luke has a sister—and that sister is Leia. Awkward? Supremely. But let’s remember that during The Empire Strikes Back (and A New Hope), George Lucas hadn’t decided to make Luke and Leia siblings yet. Was it wise to make that change during the last film in the original trilogy? Probably not, but at least we got some great memes out of it.

Spider-Man & Mary Jane - Spider-Man (2002)

Those familiar with Sam Raimi’s blood-spattered past with The Evil Dead franchise and Darkman might not have guessed the director would go on to produce one of the greatest superhero movies ever made. Spider-Man not only marked the first live-action outing for Marvel’s wallcrawler but also the first on-screen kiss between Spidey and Mary Jane. Hanging from a web in the rain, Mary Jane (Kirsten Dunst) peels back the mask of Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man just enough to reveal his lips. What ensues is one of the most iconic rain-soaked kisses in cinema history. It might have been hellish to shoot, but the result was well worth it for audiences everywhere.

Jane Smith & John Smith - Mr. and Mrs. Smith (2005)

Mr. and Mrs. Smith features quite a few kisses between the middle-class suburban assassins hired to kill each other despite their marital status. However, perhaps the most iconic comes at the film’s end when the titular duo share a kiss after a particularly thrilling fight. While there are plenty of steamy sequences to gawk at among the chaos, the Mr. and Mrs. Smith kisses became even more famous for the scandal attached to Angelina Jolie and then-married-to-Jennifer-Aniston Brad Pitt. What started as rumors became fact, with the actors later admitting they “fell in love” during filming, making Mr. and Mrs. Smith the birthplace of “Brangelina.”

Jack and Ennis - Brokeback Mountain (2005)

The first on-screen gay kisses extend back to the ’20s. One of the earliest same-sex cinematic kisses in 1927’s Wings hailed little media coverage and even less controversy. So, who would’ve thought that the forbidden love story between two cowboys would drum up so much attention in 2005? But that’s exactly what happened with Brokeback Mountain. Ennis (Heath Ledger) hitting Jack (Jake Gyllenhaal) with that rough, push-against-the-wall kiss is one for the books. However, negative coverage by conservative media outlets and homophobic backlash plagued the film’s release. Still, Brokeback Mountain proved them all wrong. While it didn’t win Best Picture that year, it became a major milestone in queer cinema.

Kevin & Chiron - Moonlight (2016)

Sometimes a kiss is so good that it wins awards, and that’s precisely what happened with actors Ashton Sanders and Jharrel Jerome at the 2017 MTV Movies & TV Awards. Adapted from a play by Tarell Alvin McCraney, Moonlight follows Chiron through three significant parts of his life (boy, teen, and adult) as he navigates his sexuality. The award-winning first kiss occurs during Chiron’s teen years. Hollywood frequently ignores the early exploration, fearful firsts, and trepid vulnerability of younger gay men, making Moonlight’s media spotlight well-deserved. Not only did Sanders and Jerome walk away winners, but they became the first Black men ever nominated for “Best Kiss.” It also didn’t hurt that Moonlight won Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

Ellie Sattler & Alan Grant - Jurassic World Dominion (2022)

If you watched Jurassic Park and thought Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) and Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) should’ve kissed, join the club. The headstrong paleobotanist and introverted paleontologist harbored enough chemistry that audiences were surprised to learn Ellie married someone else in Jurassic Park III. However, with her marriage a thing of the past by Jurassic World Dominion, Ellie and Alan finally got their shot at romance. After nearly 30 years, the scientists finally locked lips, which certainly makes up for the original kiss scene Steven Spielberg cut from Jurassic Park back in 1993.

Tashi, Patrick, and Art - Challengers (2024)

Sport romances are shaping up to be the hit subgenre of the decade, and Challengers proves why. Delivering a steamy love triangle between an injured tennis star (Zendaya) and her ex-boyfriend (Josh O'Connor) and husband (Mike Faist) of opposing tennis levels, the film offers a captivating story about rivalry, competition, and sex that is hard to look away from. Script triumphs aside, Challengers’ three-way kiss between its lead characters took the Internet by storm. Used in promotional images and marketing, the kiss has become as famous as the movie itself.

Joe & Rose - The Last Rodeo (2025)

Band of Brothers’ Neal McDonough has a prolific career where one rule has always remained in place: He doesn’t kiss other actors out of respect for his wife. However, with the release of Angel Studios’ The Last Rodeo, that all changed. News broke of McDonough’s first on-screen kiss. The catch? It was with his real-life wife, Ruve McDonough. Although working as a producer on projects like Homestead and Boon, The Last Rodeo marks Ruve McDonough’s first turn in front of the camera. While the Western genre is nothing new to Neal McDonough, this time, he finally gets the girl.   

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Squid Game Season 3 is just around the corner. The third season marks the final chapter in the dystopian thriller series, which rose to become Netflix’s most-watched series of all time. Following Season 1’s success in 2021, Season 2 and 3 were filmed back-to-back, allowing the streamer to release them just six months apart.

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Squid Game Season 1 (2021)

Squid Game Season 1 follows Seong Gi-Hun (Lee Jung-jae), a gambling addict struggling to make ends meet while caring for his elderly mother. When a mysterious man invites him to participate in a competition playing children’s games for a cash prize, he accepts the offer, but soon finds himself in a nightmare situation, as losing the games means death. Squid Game is highly reminiscent of Battle Royale and The Hunger Games with its deadly competition plotline. However, it differentiates itself with its children’s game premise, horror, intensity, and scathing critique of capitalism. Squid Game’s first season is addicting, brilliant, and terrifyingly relevant for modern viewers.

Squid Game Season 2 (2024)

Squid Game Season 2 picks up with Gi-Hun two years after the events of Season 1. Despite his newfound wealth, he remains determined to get to the bottom of the games and stop them. In the process, he gets pulled into another competition and struggles to stay alive while forming a rebellion. While Season 2 doesn’t have the same advantage of shock and surprise as the first season, it stands well on its own as it introduces and delves into another slew of diverse, complex characters and probes the seeds of rebellion amid oppression. With new games, new characters, and higher stakes, Squid Game Season 2 is a worthy extension of the story.

Squid Game Season 3 (2025)

Rather than a time jump between seasons, Squid Game Season 3 takes place immediately after Season 2, serving as the second part of the story. The season follows the aftermath of Gi-hun’s efforts to end the games. How the games pan out remains unpredictable, as high tensions and grief mean anything can happen. The trailer confirmed a horrific, deadly game of jump rope, and that the inklings of rebellion are still alive. With higher stakes than ever, Squid Game Season 3 is bound to be a horror-filled and thrilling ride.

Squid Game: The Challenge (2023)

Viewers looking for a little more Squid Game besides the main series can also check out Squid Game: The Challenge. The Squid Game-inspired reality competition series sees 456 players compete for a cash prize of $4.56 million. As in the original series, the contestants compete against each other in a variety of children’s games. While the losers don’t have to fear death, the prize money is real, resulting in high stakes, alliances, betrayal, and plenty of drama. Squid Game: The Challenge brings the original series to life in a unique, gripping, and lighthearted manner.

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Everyone loves a good murder mystery. From dimly lit parlors to lavish private islands, these stories invite us to play detective. That enduring appeal is exactly why the genre has stood the test of time. Just ask author Agatha Christie, whose tales of deception and deduction have inspired generations.

In recent years, Rian Johnson's Knives Out film series has brought the classic whodunnit roaring back to life, draped in modern wit, sharp social commentary, and an unforgettable sleuth in Benoit Blanc. Here's a look at all the Knives Out movies in order and what makes each one a mystery worth solving.

Knives Out (2019)

Knives Out redefined the modern whodunnit by turning every expectation upside down. When wealthy crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead the morning after his 85th birthday, what begins as a presumed suicide quickly spirals into a gripping investigation led by Daniel Craig's eccentric detective, Benoit Blanc. As he interviews the conniving and wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family, it becomes clear that everyone has something to hide and something to gain.

Meanwhile, Harlan's kind-hearted nurse, Marta Cabrera, finds herself at the center of the mystery, holding a secret that could unravel everything. With its sharp script, perfect cast, and clever commentary on class and privilege, the film feels like a love letter to old timey murder mysteries. Witty, unpredictable, and visually stylized, Knives Out proves that whodunnits still have a very sharp edge.

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022)

Trading fancy estates for sun-soaked decadence, Glass Onion is a worthy follow-up that expands the Knives Out universe. This time, Benoit Blanc is summoned to a tech billionaire's private Greek island for a murder mystery party. As the eclectic mix of guests settle in, long-buried rivalries start bubbling to the surface. When someone turns up dead for real, the game stops, and Blanc must reveal the killer.

With a new cast of suspects, the sequel smartly skewers celebrity culture, performative activism, and the hollow spectacle of wealth. Johnson dials up the satire without losing the genre's essence, layering twist upon twist until the truth bursts forth with satisfying clarity. Like its namesake, Glass Onion reveals more the closer you look.

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025)

Wake Up Dead Man is the upcoming third entry in the masterfully curated mystery franchise. It promises to take Benoit Blanc into even darker and possibly deadlier territory. The story is set to unravel a far more dangerous murder than its predecessors, with gothic elements hinted at by its evocative title and moody early artwork.

With Craig returning as Blanc and an all-new ensemble cast, anticipation is already sky-high. Little is known about the plot other than Blanc being "in more danger than he's ever been as he searches for answers that don't want to be found." Whatever direction it takes, if the movie follows in the sharply-dressed footsteps of its predecessors, we're in for another unforgettable mystery.

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The John Wick universe is expanding with the franchise’s first spinoff film. From the World of John Wick: Ballerina follows Ana de Armas’ Eve Macarro, a ballerina training in assassin techniques in pursuit of revenge for her father’s death.

Set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4, Ballerina’s cast is stacked with big name talent. This guide will explain where you’ve seen the Ballerina cast and where to watch their best movies and shows on streaming services like Netflix and Disney+.

Ana de Armas (Eve Macarro)

Though previous played by American dancer Unity Phelan in Parabellum, Ana de Armas takes over the role of Eve Macarro for Ballerina. The Cuban actor is known for her many starring roles in both English and Spanish language productions, rising to prominence in the US for her roles in Blade Runner 2049 and Knives Out. De Armas also played a Bond girl in No Time to Die—opposite Knives Out co-star Daniel Craig—and earned an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in the film Blonde, making her the first Cuban to be nominated for Best Actress. 

Anjelica Huston (The Director)

Anjelica Huston reprises the role of The Director of the Ruska Roma crime organization and John Wick’s mentor from Parabellum. Huston is best known for her iconic portrayal of Morticia Addams in the films The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values. She also won an Academy Award for her performance in Prizzi's Honor, following in her director father and actor grandfather’s footsteps. In recent years, Huston has mostly focused on voice acting, playing Angela Diaz in two episodes of BoJack Horseman and voicing characters in episodes of Star Wars: Visions and The Bad Batch.

Gabriel Byrne (The Chancellor)

Playing the villain of Ballerina is Irish actor Gabriel Byrne. Known for his appearances on the big screen, small screen, and stage, A24 and horror fans might recognize Byrne from his role as the father in Hereditary. He’s also known for playing a criminal in a heist gone wrong in The Usual Suspects, Satan in End of Days opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger, and a therapist who is himself in therapy in the HBO series In Treatment. Bryne’s work in the latter earned him two Emmy nominations.

Lance Reddick (Charon)

Ballerina marks the final on-screen appearance of Lance Reddick, who played the concierge at a hotel for hitmen and criminals in all four previous John Wick movies and died in March 2023. Outside of John Wick, Reddick is known for playing Baltimore police officer Cedric Daniels on The Wire and a Homeland Security Special Agent in Fringe. Gamers will also recognize Reddick for his portrayal of some iconic characters in both video games and adaptations, including Commander Zavala in the Destiny games, Albert Wesker in the Resident Evil (2022) Netflix series, and Thordak in The Legend of Vox Machina.

Norman Reedus (Daniel Pine)

Joining the John Wick franchise in Ballerina is Norman Reedus, who plays a mysterious character named Daniel Pine. Reedus is, of course, best known for starring as Daryl Dixon on The Walking Dead and spinoff The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. He also hosts the show Ride with Norman Reedus, a travel docu-series where he and a guest travel on motorcycles to different locations and explore the local biker culture. Beyond that, Reedus stars in the cult classic The Boondock Saints and its sequel, The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day, and plays Scud in Blade II.

Ian McShane (Winston Scott)

Another actor who’s been with John Wick since the beginning, Ian McShane is back for Ballerina as New York Continental Hotel owner Winston Scott. McShane is most recognizable for playing notorious saloon and brothel owner Al Swearengen in Deadwood and its sequel film, Deadwood: The Movie, a role that earned him a Golden Globe win and an Emmy nomination. Other credits include the title character in the British mystery series Lovejoy, Mr. Wednesday in American Gods, and Blackbeard in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Keanu Reeves (John Wick)

Last but certainly not least, Keanu Reeves will appear in Ballerina as John Wick. One of the most recognizable actors working today, Reeves rose to prominence in the ‘80s and ‘90s with starring roles in movies like Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, Speed, and The Matrix. More recently, he’s appeared in some more family-friendly films, playing Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4, and a tumbleweed named Sage in The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run. He’s also reprised some of his iconic roles in films like Bill & Ted Face the Music and The Matrix: Resurrections.

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Humanity has a natural aversion to artificial intelligence. But it's not the wires or algorithms that frighten us. It's the idea that something we've created could learn too much, feel too much, or worse, stop needing us at all. From HAL 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey to Ava in Ex Machina, AI-based movies have always tapped into our quiet dread of being replaced or outsmarted.

But they've also captivated us with the possibility that technology could understand us better than we understand ourselves. And that's where the M3GAN series steps in, not just as another killer robot story but as movies that cleverly skirt the line between satire and social warning. If you've ever asked Siri a question twice just to see if she answers differently, these films are a viewing must. Here's how to watch all M3GAN movies in order. 

M3GAN (2022)

The first M3GAN wasn't just a horror movie. It was a shot of adrenaline into the bloodstream of the genre. On paper, it's a story about a roboticist named Gemma who builds a lifelike android doll called M3GAN to help her grieving niece, Cady, cope with the loss of her parents. But underneath the tech sheen is a sharp commentary on modern parenting, screen addiction, and our obsessive love for convenience.

What really made this movie stand out was its tone, which can only be described as wickedly camp but never careless. M3GAN is as terrifying as she is hilarious in a cold, deadpan way that makes her threats personal. And watching her slowly override her protocols while singing lullabies or flinging garden tools? That's horror with flavor. If you've ever felt creeped out by how quickly your phone "learns" about you, M3GAN feels like the logical nightmare endpoint.

M3GAN 2.0 (2025)

The sequel, aptly titled M3GAN 2.0, picks up two years later, and the stakes are bigger, louder, and potentially more dangerous. After the fallout of the first film, Gemma is now warning the world about AI. But as you'd expect, the world doesn't listen. Instead, a defense contractor pushes the tech further by creating AMELIA—a next-gen android built from the same blueprints as Gemma's design. When AMELIA goes rogue, Gemma and Cady are forced to bring M3GAN back to help them.

Judging from the promotional clips, M3GAN 2.0 leans into the dark comedy space with a touch of buddy-comedy madness but never loses its core message. It simply widens the lens, asking who controls innovation when profit gets involved. There's also something very poetic about letting a villain return not out of vengeance but necessity.

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NCIS Season 22 is officially wrapping up, which is a wild thing to say. After 22 years of dominating both the procedural genre and CBS’ programming, the original series is still riding high, outlasting three spin-offs, but the franchise continues to expand with a new spin-off, NCIS: Tony & Ziva, and an upcoming second season of spin-off NCIS: Origins, following a young Leroy Gibbs, and a third season of NCIS: Sydney. 

But NCIS does not own the procedural genre, no matter how much it wants you to think otherwise. The genre existed long before and will continue to thrive long after. To that end, we’ve put together this list of underrated procedurals like NCIS. While these may not all have the same light tone or investigative focus, they will give you plenty of quality television to stream while you wait for NCIS Season 23. 

Safe (2018)

Before Michael C. Hall returns to his iconic role as Dexter Morgan for serial killer procedural Dexter: Resurrection, maybe explore his short-lived British series, Safe. This 2018 series is about a surgeon whose teenaged daughter suddenly goes missing after a party, and the haunting web of lies he uncovers in his quest to find her. While it may not have the buttoned-down military appeal of NCIS, Safe has the tense drama and harrowing mystery fans of the CBS procedural have come to love. Safe itself was beloved by critics, though its eight episode, single season run has caused it to be somewhat forgotten over time. 

Numb3rs (2005-2010)

CBS has been the king of the procedural for quite some time now, and that means there’s a lot of shows on the network competing for attention. One such show is Numb3rs, a crime-busting procedural that manages to add a lot of math into the mix. Starring Northern Exposure’s Rob Morrow and Oppenheimer’s David Krumholtz, the show follows a pair of brothers—Don, a top FBI agent, and Charlie, a university math professor—as they team up with their father (played by legendary Taxi alum Judd Hirsch) to stop a variety of crimes and catastrophes using Charlie’s unique understanding of mathematics to identify and solve cases. Numb3rs was a reliable hit for CBS in an era where streaming hadn’t yet taken off, but it just never managed to be as huge as its NCIS and CSI counterparts. 

The Killing (2011-2014)

It is somewhat ironic that a series called The Killing managed to survive its own demise not once, but twice. Inspired by Danish television series Forbrydelsen, The Killing follows homicide detectives Sarah Linden (Good Omens’ Mireille Enos) and Stephen Holder (For All Mankind’s Joel Kinnaman) as they solve a number of grisly murders in gloomy Seattle, WA. The original 2011 run, which aired on AMC, was critically acclaimed, but never a massive hit, leading to a near cancellation after its second season. When a third season failed to perform, the series was cancelled before being picked up by Netflix for a fourth season, but even that wasn’t enough to garner a fanbase. It’s a shame, because The Killing is revered for its creepy tone and horrifying story, and it’s absolutely worth a watch if you’re wanting something a little scarier than NCIS gets. 

ReGenesis (2004-2008)

If you like NCIS but prefer a little more science fiction in your procedural dramas, perhaps it’s time for a trip to the Great White North. ReGenesis is a Canadian science fiction drama that ran from 2004 to 2008 and stars Peter Outerbridge (who will next be seen in the It prequel, Welcome to Derry) as David Sandström, the chief scientist of NorBAC, an organization which investigates medical and scientific threats. While ReGenesis was seen globally in various forms (including syndication in the United States), it never really garnered a huge following. Today, it’s best remembered as a trivia answer for the Season 1 appearances of a young Elliot Page as David’s daughter, Lilith, years before the two appeared on The Umbrella Academy together. 

Profiler (1996-2000)

NBC really had the crime thriller market hemmed down in the ‘90s, and one of the jewels in that crown was Profiler. This classic series follows the cases of the Violent Crimes Task Force, an organization that employs Sam Waters (played by Sons of Anarchy’s Ally Walker), a criminal profiler who has unique insight into the minds of criminals. For much of the series, Sam and the VCTF are chasing the mysterious Jack of All Trades, a serial killer who murdered her husband years earlier, all while solving increasingly horrifying murders around the country. Profiler’s tense drama and horrifying action made it a hit for its first three seasons, but the departure of Walker early in Season 4 killed much of its momentum with fans. 

Lie to Me (2009-2011)

Lie to Me has a different approach to the procedural genre. Rather than focusing on detectives solving crimes or police gathering evidence, it takes a strictly psychological approach. The series stars Tim Roth as Cal Lightman, a psychologist who can determine if an individual is lying by reading their microexpressions and body language. The result was an incredibly tense series, built around the interactions between Lightman, the various individuals he had been hired to investigate, and the members of his team at the Lightman Institute. The show reviewed incredibly well, and its first season was one of the few Fox shows of the era to hold an audience from its lead-in, the mega-popular House, M.D., but it quickly dipped in ratings, ending after three seasons. 

JAG (1995-2005)

It’s probably really odd to call this one underrated, but how many NCIS fans really remember JAG some 20-plus years after its finale, let alone remember that NCIS originally spun off from the show? JAG (short for Judge Advocate General) follows a band of Navy lawyers in stories based on actual military legal cases and storylines, much like other popular procedurals at the time, and focuses more on courtroom drama than criminal investigations. For the late ‘90s and early ‘00s, JAG was a spectacular hit that built CBS’s now dominant procedural empire. Today, JAG is mostly forgotten and rarely discussed, with its last real acknowledgement being a storyline featuring stars David James Elliot and Catherine Bell on NCIS: Los Angeles. 

Evil (2019-2024)

One of the biggest tragedies to happen during the shift from CBS to Paramount+ is how many shows that should have been hits got lost in the shuffle. Evil debuted on CBS in 2019 with the promise of being a spectacular supernatural drama. In the series, a Catholic priest (Luke Cage star Mike Colter), a psychologist (Westworld star Katja Herbers), and a tech expect (former The Daily Show correspondent Aasif Mandvi) combat purported supernatural threats and the debate over whether they’re really supernatural or something else. Despite a positive first season and strong reviews, Evil was quickly moved to Paramount+ to bolster the platform’s streaming line-up, where it just never really seemed to get the word of mouth it deserved. 

In Plain Sight (2008-2012)

The coveted Blue Sky era of USA Network programming seemed to end just as quickly as it began, but right in the center were some great shows that a lot of people have forgotten about. Sandwiched in the middle was In Plain Sight, a series about US Marshalls working in the Federal Witness Security Program. The series contended largely with case of the week stories as Mary Shannon (The West Wing’s Mary McCormack) worked to protect and secure witnesses. While received well, it suffered from behind-the-scenes changes and drama, resulting in a tumultuous run. Despite a strong reception, In Plain Sight is largely overshadowed today by the legacy of other shows of the era, like Monk and Psych. 

Third Watch (1999-2005)

NBC managed to sneak one more procedural onto its schedule in the late ‘90s, and it managed to be completely overshadowed by everything around it. Set in the same universe as the wildly popular ER, Third Watch follows New York police officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel who work the titular “third watch” from 3PM to 11PM. The show was a hit and a natural fit for a network riding high from ER, which even managed to finagle a crossover by sending a few characters to New York. But Third Watch really came into its own with its third season, which reflected in depth on the tragedy of the September 11th attacks. Third Watch is a must-watch classic, but it sadly just doesn’t have the legacy of ER or the Law & Order series it ran alongside. 

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Over 14 years after the original film series concluded, Harry Potter is returning to the screen with a brand-new adaptation from HBO. Rather than a film adaptation, HBO will produce the first live-action Harry Potter TV show adaptation. 

The casting process for HBO’s series was extensive, with over 32,000 children auditioning for the roles of the golden trio. Now, HBO’s Harry Potter has found its Harry, Ron, Hermione, and many of Hogwarts’ beloved professors. Viewers can use our guide to meet the new Harry Potter cast and find out where they’ve seen them before.

Dominic McLaughlin (Harry Potter)

Previously played by Daniel Radcliffe

Dominic McLaughlin has been cast in the titular role in HBO’s Harry Potter. As Potter, he will portray the iconic Boy Who Lived, an orphaned child who discovers he’s a wizard on his 11th birthday and goes off to train at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. McLaughlin is a newcomer to the industry. He will make his film debut in the upcoming Sky original comedy Grow, sharing the screen with Golda Rosheuvel. He will also star in the BBC adaptation of Marilyn Kaye’s novel, Gifted. Before breaking into the industry, he attended Performance Academy Scotland and starred in Macbeth at the Royal Highland Centre.

Arabella Stanton (Hermione Granger)

Previously played by Emma Watson

Arabella Stanton has also joined the golden trio, starring in HBO’s Harry Potter as Hermione Granger, the intelligent, perfectionist Muggle-born wizard who becomes friends with Potter. Stanton is another newcomer to the industry, with her role as Hermione marking her first TV appearance. However, she previously appeared on stage as Matilda in the West End’s Matilda the Musical and as Control in the theatre’s production of Starlight Express. A clip of her monologue at the House of Talent acting school has convinced viewers she’s the perfect Hermione, as she nails the character's haughty mannerisms and know-it-all attitude.

Alastair Stout (Ron Weasley)

Previously played by Rupert Grint

Alastair Stout rounds out the golden trio with his role as Ron Weasley in Harry Potter. Ron is another young wizarding student and the mischievous and impulsive best friend of Harry and Hermione, known for his humor and bravery. Like McLaughlin and Stanton, Stout is a newcomer to Hollywood, with his role as Ron marking his first major acting role. Before his casting in HBO’s Harry Potter, Stout appeared in an advertisement for Albert Bartlett potatoes. In the “Roll on Jersey Royal Season” commercial, he portrays a son at dinnertime. 

John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore)

Previously played by Richard Harris and Michael Gambon

John Lithgow, one of the most decorated actors to join the Harry Potter series, will take on the role of Albus Dumbledore. Dumbledore is the headmaster of Hogwarts and the founder of the Order of the Phoenix, an organization tasked with fighting Lord Voldemort. He is among the most powerful and wisest wizards in the Harry Potter series. Lithgow is an award-winning actor best known for his Oscar-nominated role as Roberta Muldoon in The World According to Garp, which he starred in alongside Robin Williams. More recently, he starred as Winston Churchill in The Crown and as Cardinal Joseph Tremblay in the critically acclaimed political thriller, Conclave.

Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape)

Previously played by Alan Rickman

Paapa Essiedu will star in Harry Potter as Severus Snape. Snape is a professor at Hogwarts, having served as a Potions and Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. While cold, calculated, and sometimes cruel, he’s a loyal friend to Dumbledore. Essiedu is relatively new to the film industry, boasting his breakthrough role in 2020 as Kwame in BBC’s critically-acclaimed black comedy, I May Destroy You. Following the success of I May Destroy You, he tapped the lead role of George, a man trapped in a time loop, in The Lazarus Project, and appeared in Season 6 of the anthology series Black Mirror.

Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall)

Previously played by Maggie Smith

Janet McTeer will appear in the Harry Potter series as Professor Minerva McGonagall. McGonagall is a professor at Hogwarts and the head of House Gryffindor. McGonagall is a stern, no-nonsense, seasoned professor at Hogwarts but also a very loyal friend of Dumbledore’s and a fierce protector of her students. McTeer is a highly decorated actor who earned an Oscar nomination and a Golden Globe for her performance as nomadic single mother Mary Jo Walker in Tumbleweeds. She also gained recognition for her role as Jacquetta of Luxembourg in The White Queen. Most recently, McTeer starred in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning as Secretary of State Walters.

Nick Frost (Rubeus Hagrid)

Previously played by Robbie Coltrane

Nick Frost will take on the role of the lovable half-giant Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series. Hagrid is a groundskeeper at Hogwarts and a prominent member of the Order of the Phoenix. While he struggles with keeping secrets, he’s one of Hogwarts' kindest and most loyal figures. Frost is best known for starring in the zombie comedy Shaun of the Dead and the sci-fi comedy Paul. Most recently, he appeared in the live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon as the blacksmith Gobber the Belch.

Luke Thallon (Quirinus Quirrell)

Previously played by Ian Hart

Luke Thallon has been tapped to star in the Harry Potter series as Quirinus Quirrell, Hogwarts’ Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor. Quirrell started his tenure at Hogwarts as a Muggle Studies Professor before his promotion to Defense Against the Dark Arts. However, he took a year-long sabbatical before changing positions and returned from his trip as a changed man. Thallon is a newcomer to the film industry, having made his film debut in Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Favourite. Before entering the TV and film industry, he appeared on stage, boasting roles in plays like Leopoldstadt and Hamlet.

Paul Whitehouse (Argus Filch)

Previously played by David Bradley

Rounding out the confirmed cast for the Harry Potter series so far is Paul Whitehouse, who will portray Argus Filch. Filch is the grumpy Hogwarts caretaker, who is a stickler for rules. Although he’s not one of the most prominent characters, he’s always lurking about Hogwarts with his cat, Mrs. Norris, looking for troublemakers. Whitehouse actually has ties to the original Harry Potter film series, as he appeared as a portrait of Sir Cadogan in Hogwarts in a deleted scene in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. He has also starred in the sketch comedies Harry & Paul and Harry Enfield and Chums.

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Released in 1999, 10 Things I Hate About You has earned an impressive cult following over the last quarter century. The film, based on William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, modernizes the story and recasts it as a more feminist (and infinitely more charming) high school rom-com. When love-struck Cameron discovers that his only chance to date Bianca is to get her combative sister Kat a date, he hires Patrick Verona to court her.

10 Things I Hate About You introduced audiences to some of the 21st century’s best young stars. While Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Gabrielle Union used this film to elevate their star power, it was Heath Ledger who proved to be the big breakout star, leading to a whirlwind decade of film performances that ended in tragedy. Here is what happened to the 10 Things I Hate About You cast since the movie debuted over 25 years ago. 

Julia Stiles 

Julia Stiles broke out big after her starring role in 10 Things I Hate About You. Her sardonic but heartfelt performance as Kat Stratford in the high school romantic comedy led to a string of other successful teen rom-coms like Down To You and Save the Last Dance. One of Stiles' most famous roles has been as Nicky Parsons, a CIA agent and major supporting character in The Bourne Identity and its subsequent sequels. Stiles has remained a consistent presence in the world of film and television, even earning Golden Globe nominations for Best Supporting Actress and the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress for her performance as Lumen Pierce in Dexter. Stiles even recently made her directorial debut with the 2025 romantic drama, Wish You Were Here.

Heath Ledger 

Heath Ledger was the true breakout star of 10 Things I Hate About You, with his troubled but charming Patrick Verona quickly becoming an audience favorite. The Australian actor picked up more and more films after its release, including memorable turns in A Knight's Tale and Monster's Ball. His Oscar-nominated performance in the LGBT cowboy drama Brokeback Mountain cemented Ledger as an actor on the rise. Sadly, he tragically died of an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. One of his last roles as The Joker in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight has since gone on to be recognized as one of the most iconic film performances in 21st century film. Ledger’s final movie, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, was completed with the help of Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell, and Jude Law filling in his role in certain scenes.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt 

Already well-known before the success of 10 Things I Hate About You thanks to starring roles in films like Angels in the Outfield and shows like 3rd Rock from the Sun, Joseph Gordon-Levitt found new success playing the smitten Cameron James. After briefly leaving acting to attend college, Gordon-Levitt returned to acting and played important roles in several memorable indie films, like high school noir-riff Brick, the crime drama Havoc, and the romantic comedy (500) Days of Summer—the latter of which earned the actor a Best Actor nomination from the Golden Globes. This led to a string of more high-profile films, like The Dark Knight Rises and Looper. Gordon-Levitt has also worked as a writer and director on certain projects, such as the romantic dramedy Don Jon and the Apple TV+ series Mr. Corman.

Larisa Oleynik

The superficial and popular sister of Kat, Bianca Stratford, was played by Larisa Oleynik. Since her appearance in 10 Things I Hate About You, Oleynik has found consistent work in numerous films and television shows (albeit not quite at the level of some of her co-stars). Alongside recurring roles in shows like Mad Men, Hawaii Five-O, and Trinkets, Oleynik found a consistent place in the Nickelodeon version of the fairy fantasy series Winx Club, where she played Icy and various minor roles. Oleynik has, most recently, starred in shows like Erin & Aaron on Nickelodeon.

Larry Miller 

A comedy veteran before he joined the cast of 10 Things I Hate About You, Larry Miller’s hilarious and heartfelt performance as Kat and Bianca's father, Walter, is one of the most memorable supporting turns in the film. Miller has appeared in over fifty films over the years, with comedic guest roles in several notable movies like The Nutty Professor and Pretty Woman (the latter of which helped solidify him as an in-demand comedy character actor). Miller has since appeared in several TV shows in memorable guest roles, such as Law & Order, King of the Hill, and Comedy Bang! Bang!. One of Miller’s most prominent roles was the 10 Things I Hate About You sitcom adaptation that ran for 20 episodes. Miller reprised his role as Walter in the show, even as the younger main characters were all recast for the project.

Andrew Keegan 

The closest thing 10 Things I Hate About You has to an outright antagonist is Joey Donner, played by Andrew Keegan. It's a perfectly jerkish character to serve as a clear contrast to the more innocent Cameron and prickly but heartfelt Patrick. 10 Things I Hate About You wasn't Keegan's big break, as he had previously picked up notoriety for his roles in Thunder Alley and 7th Heaven—the latter of which was a consistent recurring role for the actor. Following the success of 10 Things I Hate About You, Keegan continued to appear in films and television shows, including two other modern adaptations of Shakespeare stories, O and A Midsummer Night's Rave. 

David Krumholtz

David Krumholtz has a memorable supporting role as Cameron's best friend, Michael Eckman, in 10 Things I Hate About You. Having previously made a name for himself playing Bernard in The Santa Clause, Krumholtz carved out an impressive niche as a supporting player in all sorts of films and television shows. Krumholtz followed up 10 Things I Hate About You with a number of film appearances, ranging from the crass comedy of Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle to the acclaimed musical drama Ray. Krumholtz's most notable roles in the last few decades are likely the six-season CBS drama Numb3rs (where he played Charlie Eppes) and one of his more recent roles as the brilliant Isidor Isaac Rabi in Christopher Nolan's award-winning film Oppenheimer.

Susan May Pratt 

Susan May Pratt has a memorable small role in 10 Things I Hate About You as Mandella. Established early on as Kat's only true friend, Mandella proves to be a huge Shakespeare fan—and develops a cute romantic subplot with Michael in contrast to the more dramatic relationship highs and lows for Kat and Patrick. Mandella was one of Pratt's biggest film roles, although far from her only one. Pratt subsequently made memorable appearances in films like the ballerina drama Center Stage and the horror movie The Gift, as well as plenty of supporting roles in shows like Charmed, Masters of Sex, and Franklin & Bash. Pratt was married to fellow actor Kenneth Mitchell for nearly 20 years. Tragically, Mitchell passed away from complications related to his ALS in 2024.

Gabrielle Union

Gabrielle Union has a small role in 10 Things I Hate About You as Chastity Church, Bianca's best friend turned rival. After her appearance in the teen rom-com, Union found her breakthrough role in the cheerleading drama Bring It On. Union has subsequently become a mainstay in pop culture thanks to a series of supporting appearances and acclaimed central performances, such as her starring performance in the BET drama Being Mary Jane.  Beyond her impressive filmography (which includes recent titles like Riff Raff and Strange World), Union has also become an important advocate and activist for causes, including women's health and safety, along with LGBTQ+ issues. Alongside her husband, former NBA star Dwayne Wade, Union has become more than just an actor for countless people around the world.

Allison Janney 

Allison Janney appears in 10 Things I Hate About You as Ms. Perky, the snarky guidance counselor (and a secret author of erotic literature in her free time). Janney's minor appearance was one of the comedic highlights of the film and speaks to the flexibility she has brought to other projects. In the same year as her appearance in 10 Things I Hate About You, Janney became one of the breakout stars of The West Wing, a political drama that earned her four Emmy Awards. She's since appeared in dozens of other shows and films, ranging from entirely comedic affairs like Spy to more dramatic fare like The Diplomat. Janney notably won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in I, Tonya, which fused her deadpan comedy skills with the dramatic flair that's defined many of her previous roles.

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Ben Wang is one of the fastest rising newcomers in Hollywood. Following his breakthrough in American Born Chinese, he became the next Karate Kid in Karate Kid: Legends, starring alongside Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio.

Just days before Karate Kid: Legends’ premiere, Wang landed his next big role as the District 12 tribute, Wyatt Callow, in the upcoming Hunger Games prequel movie, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. While awaiting his newest film, viewers can use our guide to find out where to watch the best Ben Wang movies and TV shows on platforms like Disney+, Paramount+, and more.

American Born Chinese (2023)

Wang stars in the leading role of Jin Wang in Disney+’s American Born Chinese, an adaptation of Gene Luen Yang’s graphic novel of the same name. In the series, Jin is an average high school student who unexpectedly finds himself recruited by the Monkey King’s son, Wei-Chen (Jimmy Liu), to help him secure a magical artifact. American Born Chinese is Wang’s breakthrough role in which he proved he was leading man material with his incredible martial arts skills and adeptness at portraying a realistic, sometimes awkward and insecure teenager. He contributed significantly to the show’s breathtaking action, diversity, and freshness while complementing its imaginative, mystical premise.

Chang Can Dunk (2023)

Chang Can Dunk centers on Xiao “Bernard” Chang (Bloom Li), a band kid interested in basketball who tries to prove himself by accepting a dare to score a slam dunk. With help from his friend Bo (Wang), Chang begins to train, hoping to perfect the dunk in just a few days. Chang Can Dunk is an excellent coming-of-age sports drama that poignantly captures the trials and triumphs of a high school kid desperate to reinvent himself. It’s an inspiring, lighthearted, and sometimes unpredictable underdog story. Meanwhile, Wang shines in his supporting role as Bo, the computer buff and loyal best friend who reminds Chang and viewers that there’s more to life than being popular.

Karate Kid: Legends (2025)

Karate Kid: Legends brought the Karate Kid franchise back to the big screen after 15 years. The film follows Li Fong (Wang), a teenage boy who moves from Beijing to New York, leaving behind his kung-fu teacher, Mr. Han (Chan). However, despite his mother’s (Ming Na-Wen) opposition to him fighting, Li can’t seem to escape the call of martial arts. Once again, Wang’s incredible martial arts skills come in handy, resulting in numerous exhilarating karate action scenes, highly reminiscent of the original movies. While Chan and Macchio unite for the first time in Karate Kid: Legends, adding plenty of nostalgia, Wang is the real star with the charisma and emotion he packs into the role.

Sight (2023)

Sight is a biographical drama that follows the life of Dr. Ming Wang (Terry Chen), an immigrant who fled to America to escape communist China. In America, he becomes an eye surgeon, seeking to revolutionize the eye care field but struggling with the trauma of his past. Wang stars in the film as the young Dr. Wang, capturing some of the most emotionally raw scenes as the film revisits the doctor’s childhood as a young prodigy with college dreams repressed by the Cultural Revolution. Together, Chen and Wang beautifully bring Dr. Wang’s incredible true story to life in Sight, which poignantly and inspiringly depicts the immigrant experience and American dream.

Mean Girls (2024)

Mean Girls is the 2024 musical remake of Mean Girls (2004). In the movie, Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) begins public high school for the first time after years of homeschooling and quickly gets swept up into the chaos of popular girls, status, and crushes. Mean Girls largely sticks to the same story and message as the original movie, but freshens it up with catchy musical numbers, new actors, and nostalgic cameos from the original stars. Wang boasts a small role but important role in Mean Girls as Jacob Zheng, a “mathlete,” who helps Cady embrace her talent for math instead of trying to be someone she’s not. 

Sex Appeal (2022)

Sex Appeal is a teen rom-com that centers on Avery (Mika Abdalla), a nerdy high school student who recruits her childhood best friend, Larson (Jake Short), to help her through a crash course on sex education so she can perfect her sex ed AI tool before Stemcon. Wang appears in the film as Franklin, an intelligent high school student who, along with his classmates, seems to have an uncanny knowledge of sex. He helps add to the overall awkward vibe of the film. Sex Appeal can be pretty uncomfortable, but that’s the point. It humorously and realistically explores the pressure teens feel about sex and the moments that help them realize what really matters in a relationship.

Bob’s Burgers (2011-present)

Wang appears in two episodes of Bob’s Burgers (“Butt Sweat and Fears” and “Don't Stop Be-cheesin‘”) as the voice of Sam, an anxious high school student. He perfectly captures Sam’s anxiety, nerves, and tendency to spiral, but also his valiant efforts to overcome his fears and become comfortable in social settings. It’s a fun cameo, and Wang’s first and only voice acting role so far. He’s not the only guest star, as Bob’s Burgers frequently features celebrity cameos, further elevating the cartoon’s clever humor and ultimately quite touching, candid depiction of family.

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Nintendo is finally releasing a new console after eight years of the Nintendo Switch era. The Nintendo Switch 2 will be a more powerful piece of hardware that will make games from iconic franchises like Mario and Pokémon look and run better than ever before.

Whether you were lucky enough to secure a preorder or are waiting for the Switch 2 to be more widely available, there are plenty of movies that will help tide you over until you get your hands on those new Joy-Con. While there are only a couple of official Nintendo film adaptations—though more are on the way, including Super Mario World and The Legend Of Zelda—here are some video game movies that are perfect for Nintendo fans.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

The first thing most people think of when they hear Nintendo is Mario, so why not get hyped for Nintendo Switch 2 by watching The Super Mario Bros. Movie? The film is a love letter to the iconic plumber and the colorful Mushroom Kingdom that’s filled to the brim with Easter eggs and references that are sure to delight fans of Mario (Chris Pratt) and Luigi (Charlie Day). In addition to the brothers, the movie includes a tough-as-nails take on Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy), a Bowser (Jack Black) who’s both charming and menacing, and a trip to the world of Donkey Kong (Seth Rogen). The Super Mario Bros. Movie is simply a good, family-friendly time, making it the perfect way to prepare for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019)

If you’ve ever wished you could step into the world of Pokémon, Detective Pikachu is perfect for you. Set in Ryme City, a place where humans and Pokémon co-exist, the movie follows Tim Goodman (Justice Smith) as he searches for the truth surrounding his father’s mysterious accident with the help of a Pikachu (Ryan Reynolds) that only he can understand. Pokémon fans will love seeing some of their favorites reimagined as more realistic creatures existing in a live-action world. There are even some deep cut ‘mon from across the first seven Generations, showing the level of detail and care that was put into bringing the Pokémon world to life.  

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010)

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World is probably the most Nintendo movie to not actually be associated with Nintendo itself. The film is full of references to the company’s products and IP, from one character playing a Nintendo DS to a Legend of Zelda sound effect playing at the beginning. Scott (Michael Cera) even plays in a band called Sex Bob-Omb, a reference to the explosive enemies from the Mario games. Beyond these references, though, Scott Pilgrim is a cult hit, particularly among gaming and comic fans for the way it celebrates and pays homage to all kinds of nerdy media.

Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)

Sonic the Hedgehog has been around for over 30 years, but the blue blur’s big screen debut ushered in a new era for Sega’s iconic mascot. In Sonic the Hedgehog (2020), Sonic (Ben Schwartz) ends up on Earth and must team up with a human man (James Marsden) to avoid the evil Doctor Robotnik (Jim Carrey). Since release, the film has received two sequels and a spinoff series titled Knuckles, with a fourth film on the way. Considering that Sonic X Shadow Generations is one of the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch titles, now is a great time for Sonic fans waiting for the new console to revisit the film.

Wreck-It Ralph (2012)

It might not be based off of an actual gaming IP, but Wreck-It Ralph is easily one of the best video game movies ever made. Set in an arcade, the movie tells the story of Ralph (John C. Reilly), a retro game villain who wants more from life than being literally thrown in the trash. It plays a lot on nostalgia, with appearances from real video game characters like Bowser, Ryu and Ken from Street Fighter, and Q*bert. Top that off with a genuinely sweet story about belonging and acceptance, and you have a beautiful movie that celebrates the entire gaming medium.

Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2005)

Cloud and Sephiroth may not be Nintendo characters, but they are no stranger to Nintendo consoles. Not only is Final Fantasy VII available on Switch, but FFVII Remake Intergrade is getting a Nintendo Switch 2 release. Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is a sequel set two years after the original game that follows Cloud Strife as he tries to rescue children with a mysterious disease from a trio trying to resurrect Sephiroth. The movie is divisive among FFVII fans, with many criticizing its confusing plot but praising its visuals, which are still pretty impressive 20 years later. If you haven’t played or finished Final Fantasy VII, you’ll probably want to skip it, but Advent Children is worth a watch for anyone who wants to see more from Cloud, Tifa, and the rest of the gang.

Pokémon: The First Movie - Mewtwo Strikes Back (1998)

Outside of Detective Pikachu, there are nearly two dozen more Pokémon movies based on the anime series. These vary greatly in quality, but if you really can’t go wrong with Pokémon: The First Movie - Mewtwo Strikes Back. The premise is standard sci-fi fare: The evil Team Rocket has developed cloning technology to create a super soldier, only for Mewtwo (Masachika Ichimura/Jay Goede) to turn on them. From there, it’s up to Ash (Rica Matsumoto/Veronica Taylor), Pikachu (Ikue Ōtani), and friends to take on the powerful Psychic Pokémon. What really sets Mewtwo Strikes Back apart is the mature way it approaches the ethical questions surrounding the plot. Mewtwo’s speech at the end remains one of the franchise’s most moving moments, and the filmmakers definitely deserve praise for trusting their young audience to understand and be intrigued by the movie’s themes.

Free Guy (2021)

Free Guy may not be based on an existing video game, but it does take place in a fictional one. It stars Ryan Reynolds as Guy, a bank teller who learns he’s a non-player character (NPC) in a massively multiplayer online game (MMO) called Free City and works with a player (Jodie Comer) to prove the game was made using her stolen source code. Like Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Wreck-It Ralph, Free Guy is a movie made with gamers and gaming culture in mind, with Free City sharing a lot in common with games like Grand Theft Auto and Fortnite.

Super Mario Bros. (1993)

Hear us out. Sure, this movie is the reason we’re only just now starting to get movies based on Nintendo IP. And, sure, it was a critical and commercial failure that frequently appears on lists of the worst movies ever made. But Super Mario Bros. (1993) is, for better or worse, an important piece of the Mario and Nintendo story—after all, we’re still talking about it 30 years later. Whether you want to embrace its status as a cult film or dissect what went wrong, the first Super Mario Bros. movie is worth at least one attempted watch for fans of the franchise.

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Luke Perry was a rare performer with a quiet magnetism and a gaze that could shift from brooding to broken in a heartbeat. He became the kind of actor who defined a generation without ever seeming to try. When Beverly Hills, 90210 exploded in the '90s, his character, Dylan McKay, gave teen angst a pulse and made vulnerability look fearless.

But Perry's impact extended far beyond West Beverly High. Across film and television, he stepped into roles that pushed against expectations. No matter the genre, he gave life to characters who might otherwise have been one-dimensional. Here's a closer look the 10 best Luke Perry movies and TV shows. 

Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990-2000)

Set in the affluent world of West Beverly Hills High School, Beverly Hills, 90210 chronicles the lives of privileged teenagers as they tackle issues far beyond parties and prom. Luke Perry played Dylan McKay, the aloof yet magnetic loner from a broken home whose battles with alcoholism, grief, and self-destruction made him one of the show's most compelling figures. His storyline with Brenda Walsh became one of the show's biggest highlights, with a super hardcore fan following. The show was a ratings success, and while critics initially dismissed it as a soap opera for teens, the show's willingness to explore heavy themes gave it strong creditability.

Oz (1997-2003)

Oz is set inside the walls of Oswald State Correctional Facility, a fictional maximum-security prison that operates an experimental unit called Emerald City, which is an open-concept cell block designed to encourage inmate rehabilitation through controlled freedoms. Perry appears in Season 4 as Reverend Jeremiah Cloutier, a wealthy, high-profile televangelist convicted of embezzlement and fraud. His presence disrupts established hierarchies and places him in the crosshairs of gang leaders and those who think that faith is a threat or weakness. Perry's character arc was hailed as one of the more intellectually provocative in a show known for emotional and physical extremes.

Windfall (2006)

Windfall follows a group of close friends whose lives spiral after they win a massive lottery jackpot. Perry plays Peter Schaefer, a married man entangled in a secret affair that begins to fall apart once money becomes a factor. As betrayal, jealousy, and power struggles start to surface, Peter's desire to start fresh becomes very complicated. Overall, the series was about how wealth can destroy even the most solid relationships. Although it only lasted one season, the story explored the very real consequences of overnight riches. Critics praised the ambition of its premise, along with Perry's performance, particularly in scenes that dealt with regret and ethical compromise.

John from Cincinnati (2007)

Set in Imperial Beach, California, John from Cincinnati blends family dysfunction with "magic realism." The show centers on the Yost family, former surfing royalty who are now struggling with addiction, resentment, and broken legacy. Perry plays Linc Stark, a morally ambiguous surf promoter looking to resurrect his own career by exploiting the Yosts' return to fame. Things get weird when John Monad enters their lives. John is a cryptic man with apparent miraculous powers and the ability to shift reality in inexplicable ways. Though the series was polarizing, critics found Perry's performance refreshingly grounded amid the philosophical drama.

Riverdale (2017-2023)

Based on the Archie Comics, Riverdale transforms a once-wholesome world into a noir-inspired teen mystery drama. Perry starred as Fred Andrews, Aa small-town construction business owner trying to raise his son, Archie, with honesty and compassion. Fred becomes a stabilizing force in a town plagued by murder, secrets, and corruption. Perry's performance was praised by critics because Fred tackled everything from vigilantism to political corruption. Many described the character as a powerful moral compass in a series that prided itself in blurring the lines between right and wrong. The actor's death in 2019 left a giant hole in the series, and he later was mourned on screen in a tribute episode.

8 Seconds (1994)

8 Seconds sees Perry portray real-life rodeo legend Lane Frost. The movie chronicles his rise through the competitive and punishing world of bull riding. The film follows Frost from his early ambitions on the circuit to his complex relationship with his father, who struggles to reconcile pride with disappointment. Lane's professional and personal lives, which included his friendship with rider Tuff Hedeman, eventually turn to chaos due to the brutal realities of fame and the dangers of the sport he has chosen. The story builds toward Frost's tragic death, which still echoes in the rodeo community. Critics praised Perry for his physical transformation and emotional vulnerability, which gave the film its soul.

Terminal Bliss (1992)

A snapshot of early '90s disillusionment, Terminal Bliss follows two wealthy teens, John and Alex, as they spiral into a haze of privilege-fueled recklessness. Caught in a toxic friendship and a volatile love triangle, the two begin to fall apart as their trust in each other starts to falter. The film takes a hard look at things like performative masculinity and the price of moral detachment, painting a portrait of youth undone by its own abundance.  While the film was met with largely negative reviews, Perry's performance stood out. He was praised for shedding his teen idol image in favor of a flawed, self-destructive, complex character.  

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)

Long before the television series redefined supernatural storytelling, the original BBuffy the Vampire Slayer film leaned into quirky horror comedy. The story follows Buffy, a fashion-obsessed high school cheerleader who discovers she's been chosen to battle the undead. Perry plays Oliver Pike, the leather-jacketed slacker who at first watches from the sidelines but eventually becomes her loyal ally and reluctant romantic interest. Their unlikely partnership drives much of the story as Pike transitions from apathetic teen to vampire fighter. Perry's low-key charisma made him a memorable part of the Buffyverse's earliest iteration. Although the movie earned mostly poor reviews, it became a cult classic after the series' success.

Normal Life (1996)

Normal Life tells the story of Chris and Pam Anderson, a seemingly regular Midwestern couple whose pursuit of excitement turns into a string of armed robberies. Perry plays Chris, a disillusioned police officer who is easily swayed by his wife. What starts out as a rebellion against their mundane existence eventually turns into a seriously dangerous cycle of crime and codependency. The film paints a bleak portrait of love and explores how relationships can become toxic when mixed with desperation. Based on the real lives of Jeffrey and Jill Erickson, the movie was praised for its realism and refusing to glamorize the outlaw lifestyle. Perry's portrayal of Chris perfectly captured a man torn between loyalty and fear.

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (2019)

Quentin Tarantino's revisionist take on 1969 Los Angeles weaves together the fictional story of fading actor Rick Dalton and his stunt double with real-life events surrounding the Manson Family. Perry appears as Wayne Maunder, an actor working on the Western show Lancer, where Dalton guest stars. Though Perry's screen time is brief, his role is a subtle, respectful nod to the golden age of television cowboys. Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood was a critical and commercial success, and Perry's final performance was seen by many as a fitting, elegant close to a storied career.

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Some actors make such a massive impression in the roles they take on that separating them from their characters can feel impossible. Sarah Michelle Gellar is one of those rare talents. From the moment she picked up a stake as Buffy Summers, Gellar became part teen idol, part scream queen, part quietly brilliant comedic force. But more than anything, she became the kind of actor whose performances always felt ahead of their time.

Her filmography spans genres from supernatural thrillers to romantic comedies, and each role reflects a different facet of what made Gellar such a magnetic presence. In honor of her varied and unforgettable career, here's a look back at the 10 best Sarah Michelle Gellar movies and TV shows. 

Scooby-Doo (2002)

Scooby-Doo brings The Mystery Inc. gang together in live-action form as they head to Spooky Island, a spring break hotspot plagued by supernatural entities. As they investigate eerie happenings, long-standing tensions resurface, and they realize the mystery is more personal than they ever expected. The film is a kaleidoscope of childhood nostalgia and unexpectedly sharp character chemistry. Gellar's Daphne trades in her damsel-in-distress status for high kicks, proving once and for all that pretty doesn't mean passive. The film walks the line between parody and sincerity, giving just enough winks to fans while genuinely reinventing old tropes.

I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)

After a tragic accident during summer vacation, four friends decide to bury the truth. But a year later, someone knows what they did, and they're being hunted one by one by a killer who refuses to let the past stay buried. While the film is arguably one of the best slasher films of all time, at its core, I Know What You Did Last Summer is about the emotional residue of choices we wish we could undo. Gellar's portrayal of Helen, the beauty queen haunted by a nightmare she helped create, is a brilliant addition to the story. Her iconic chase scene remains one of the most gripping moments in '90s horror.

Cruel Intentions (1999)

Set in a world of Upper East Side privilege, Cruel Intentions follows step-siblings Kathryn and Sebastian, who scheme to manipulate their peers for sport. But their twisted game takes a darker turn with the arrival of a new student. Over time, real emotions threaten their carefully constructed facades and their place in the high school hierarchy/. Gellar's Kathryn is a calculating, seductive ice queen who easily rules the emotional minefields of teenage cruelty. Upon closer examination, the story is less about the scandal and more about who holds the most social power, who loses it, and what it eventually costs.

The Grudge (2004)

The Grudge follows an American nurse named Karen who takes a job in Tokyo, caring for a woman in a house where something feels off. The home is cursed by a violent past that won't let go. The curse, born from murder and rage, attaches itself to anyone who enters, dragging them into a cycle of death. The film unfolds in fragments, following the curse as it travels from person to person. Gellar is quite incredible as Karen. Instead of screaming in fear, her character drowns in horrified silence due to a total sense of helplessness. It's a haunting reminder that some horror stories don't want to be solved. They want to swallow you whole.

Simply Irresistible (1999)

Simply Irresistible begins when Amanda inherits a restaurant after her mother's death. She is unable to cook at first, but everything changes after she meets a strange man at a local market. Amanda suddenly finds her dishes quite literally infused with magic. Her food starts changing people's moods, and as she explores her newfound gift, she falls for a man who might just change her life, too. This film throws realism out the window in favor of whimsical charm, while Gellar brings a soft luminosity to Amanda, who is slowly learning to trust herself and her abilities.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)

Buffy Summers just wants to be a normal teenager. But fate has other plans. She's The Slayer, a chosen warrior tasked with defending the world from vampires, demons, and all things that go bump in the night. Relocated to Sunnydale, California, a seemingly average town sitting on top of a literal Hellmouth, Buffy balances high school, heartbreak, and apocalypses with the help of her Watcher and loyal inner circle of friends. Across seven seasons, Buffy the Vampire Slayer evolves from monster-of-the-week antics into a narrative about growing up and what it means to carry power as a young woman. Gellar was perfectly cast in the titular role.

The Crazy Ones (2013–2014)

Created by David E. Kelley, The Crazy Ones is set in a high-powered ad agency. The sitcom follows eccentric genius Simon Roberts (Robin Williams) and his adult daughter Sydney as they try to balance creativity with the pressures of business while also learning how to navigate their complicated father-daughter relationship. As Sydney, Gellar trades in demons for deadlines, showing she can still be powerful without throwing a punch. The show's cancellation was a loss, but its brief run still gave a rare reminder that relationships can be healed in the gray areas between commercials and confessions.

Ringer (2011–2012)

This short-lived series follows Bridget Kelly, a recovering addict on the run, trying to escape a dangerous life and a dangerous man. Desperate, she turns to her estranged twin sister, Siobhan, who is wealthy, elegant, and seemingly in control of every part of her life. But when Siobhan mysteriously disappears, Bridget seizes the chance to start over by assuming her sister's identity. Only it's not the fresh start she hoped for, as Siobhan's life is filled with secrets, lies, and betrayals. Gellar plays both Bridget and Siobhan in Ringer, slipping between vulnerability and cold calculation like a whispered threat.

Wolf Pack (2023)

When a raging California wildfire awakens something ancient and terrifying, the lives of four teenagers are changed forever. Bitten during the chaos, they discover that they're connected by a mysterious and powerful bond. As they begin to uncover their supernatural identities, they also realize they're being hunted. At the center of the Wolf Pack mystery is Kristin Ramsey, an arson investigator with secrets of her own. As the teens try to piece together what's happening to them, Kristin becomes both an ally and an enigma. Gellar plays Kristin with a natural steeliness and a presence that grounds the show.

Dexter: Original Sin (2024-present)

Set in 1991, Miami, Dexter: Original Sin traces the early years of Dexter Morgan, before the code, before the lab coat, before the mask of normalcy fully formed. We meet Dexter as a conflicted, brilliant college student who's just beginning to understand his dark urges. After a traumatic encounter awakens something in him, he's taken under the wing of his adoptive father, Harry Morgan, who teaches him how to kill without leaving a trace. Gellar plays Tanya Martin, the sharp, no-nonsense homicide captain who brings a different kind of intensity to the Dexter world. Although her screen time is measured, she owns every one of her scenes.

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