As the creator of theStar Warsfranchise,George Lucasis always going to have an opinion about the directions the sequels and spin-offs in the series go. When it comes toThe Mandalorian, it seems that the Godfather ofStar Warshad one issue with the incredibly popular character of Grogu, better known as The Child or Baby Yoda. The series ofThe Mandalorianhas certainly rejuvenated theStar Warsfranchise, and its central story of bounty hunter Din Djarin and his relationship with Grogu has captured the imagination of many, as well as creating a whole new wave of merchandise opportunities in the process....

CBS is giving Stephen King fans a Christmas gift in the form ofThe Stand. The long-awaited adaptation, which was written and directed by Josh Boone (The Fault in Our Stars,The New Mutants). The new miniseries will debut on CBS All Access on December 17. The series consists of eight episodes, which will drop once a week following the premiere every Thursday. The Standremains one ofStephen King’s most cherished works. Originally published in 1978, the hulking, post-apocalyptic novel is a highpoint in the author’s long, storied career....

Be warned, SPOILERS forStranger ThingsSeason 4 to follow. The Duffer Brothers have revealed more details regarding the direction ofStranger ThingsSeason 5, including the idea that the final outing for theNetflixshow will answer questions about The Upside Down. Speaking withCollider, the siblings behindStranger Thingsonce again confirmed the setting for season 5, before stating that there will be plenty of reveals and questions answered regarding the mysterious dimension known as The Upside Down....

We are getting closer, it seems, to movie theaters attempting to reopen again. It’s still hard to know what that might look like, and quite a few people may not be ready to head back out to a theater again just yet. So, for the time being, we are still left with what is available to stream from the comfort of home. Luckily, there is no shortage of options this week....

Super Nintendo Worldis nearing completion. A newly leaked image shows the entire layout of the expansive new addition to Universal Japan. Theme parks all over the world are starting to open their doors again after shutting down at the beginning of the year. Social distancing is a main component of the reopening process, along with other guidelines to ensure the safety of visitors. When looking at the new image of Super Nintendo World, social distancing shouldn’t be a problem due to the massive scale of the operation....

Chloe Grace Moretz’s Wednesday Addams is the focus ofThe Addams Familyanimated movie teaser. The actress shared the short tease on social media while also announcing that the full trailer drops tomorrow. Many would have assumed Wednesday would announce a release date on a Wednesday, but Tuesday is just fine for fans who have been waiting quite a while to see what this new take on the classic franchise will be like....

Don’t have any plans for the Halloween holiday? Well, now you do. If you’re a super fan ofBenedict Cumberbatch, you’re not going to want to miss what Fathom Events has set up for October. TheDoctor StrangeandSherlockstar is taking on the role of Frankenstein’s Monster, and it’s something you’re definitely not going to want to miss. Frankensteincomes alive in U.S. Cinemas, in time for Halloween, this October for a two-night event, In celebration of the 200th Anniversary of Mary Shelley’s classic novel....

The current dominance of superhero movies over pop culture is unlike anything seen before. While once comic book movies were seen as a lesser art form, today most actors are raring to headline their own superhero movie or series. ButAmanda Seyfriedis not among those who want to take a dive into a superhero part. In an interview with AP, the actress explained why she has had to actively push against getting cast in such types of roles....

Mark Anthony Green’s and A24’sOpus, starring Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich, was released in theaters this past weekend. The psychological thriller follows a journalist who travels to the home of an elusive pop icon years after his disappearance, and things soon take a dark turn. Following a similar structure to recent popular horrorfilms likeGet Out,Blink Twice, andMidsommar,Opusallows us to discover an unseemly set of circumstances through the eyes of an unsuspecting protagonist, and there is a lot of information sprinkled throughout that hints atthe film’s ultimate themes critiquing celebrity and ego....

Dark comedythrives on exploring taboo subjects, uncomfortable situations, and the absurdity of life’s bleakest moments with humor. It often touches on themes such as death, violence, and moral ambiguity, turning them into sources of laughter. What makes dark comedy distinctive from other genres is its ability to elicit both amusement and discomfort in the audience, challenging societal norms and providing a lens through which to examine the human condition. The best dark comedies are those that strike a delicate balance between the grim and the humorous, leaving viewers both shocked and entertained, all while offering a thought-provoking andoften satirical takeon the world’s inherent absurdity....

Some of the most nostalgic television shows from a distant past have come out decades ago, but one of the best shows for ’80s and early ’90s nostalgia isCheers. Set in Boston, many of the show’s characters gather around a bar–hence the nameCheers–to discuss their lives, problems, and build relationships with each other. Despite not being popular upon its release, the show bounced back to be one of the most iconic shows of the decade, running for 11 years before deciding to call it quits....

In Asia, many nations have some catching up to do when it comes to television productions, but even though Korea is miles ahead, it isn’t the only giant in existence. Japan has always come a close second. The country is more popular for its anime shows, but it also has plenty lot to offer in other genres, especiallycrimedramas. Whether it is cops using unconventional methods to solve crimes or Yakuza members bullying everyone as usual, these shows consist of all kinds of intriguing characters that fall on different sides of the law enforcement divide....

Horrormovies come in all shapes and sizes. There’s psychological horror,so-called “elevated” horror, creature features, zombie features, ghost stories - you get the point. While some movies rely on atmosphere and tone to create that creeping feeling of dread, other movies utilizejump scaresto keep the audience on the edge of their seats. What constitutes a jump scare? Any time there’s an abrupt, hard cut and a LOUD, JARRING noise meant to startle the audience - that’s a jump scare....