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Star City Review: Apple TV's First Shared Universe Is Off To A Spectacular Start
Star City has broken the mold for Apple TV as they enter the world of expanded universes, but this show stands out on its own as a stellar spy drama.
Apple TV’s 5-Part Sci-Fi Series Just Got A Whole Lot Bigger
Apple TV has proven itself to be extremely capable when it comes to sci-fi storytelling, with popular shows like Pluribus, Severance, and Foundation.
For All Mankind S5's Ending Feels Like The Perfect Series Finale (But There's Still One Season Left)
For All Mankind season 5 has come to an end, and despite the finality of it all, the show will continue for one more season regardless.
Disney+'s Best Marvel Show Is So Good, It's Already Renewed For 2 More Seasons
Marvel has been honing its craft in the movie space for a while, but it's finally starting to catch up in the world of TV with stellar new shows.
Sci-Fi's Obsession With Empire Explained by An Expert
What ties The Mandalorian and Grogu, Dune, Blade Runner and Avatar together? The shared theme of colonial empire. If you've ever wanted a lecture directly from a sci fi expert this is the video essay for you. Georgia Tech professor Lisa Yaszek joins The Expert Take to explain why science fiction keeps returning to empire, control, rebellion and identity. From Blade Runner’s iconic “Tears in Rain” speech to The Mandalorian’s redefinition of heroism, Yaszek explores how sci-fi reflects real-world fears about war, colonialism and corporate power. She dives into Avatar’s obsession with embodied freedom and why Dune remains one of the genre’s most powerful stories about extraction and empire. If you’ve ever wondered why Star Wars, Blade Runner and Dune still feel so relevant, this breakdown connects the dots.
Science Fiction Professor Reveals Why The Best Sci-Fi Movies All Tell The Same Story
Exclusive: What makes a great science fiction movie? Prof. Lisa Yaszek dives into the commonalities among iconic sci-fi movies across the decades.
Smallville: When Each Main Character Discovered Clark Was Superman
Here's how every main character in Smallville discovered the truth about Clark Kent (Tom Welling) being an alien with super powers (in order).
Nicolas Cage's Spider-Noir Future & Season 2 Chances Explained
Spider-Noir seems to be off to a strong start, but does the series have a future, and will Nicolas Cage return after his TV debut for season 2?
Nicolas Cage's Latest Marvel Role Marks The Beginning Of A New Era
Nicolas Cage has been a major player in Hollywood for decades, but his career appears to be changing course with his latest Marvel role.
Is [SPOILER] Gone For Good In Rick And Morty Season 9?
Rick and Morty season 9 launches with some spectacular developments involving familiar characters, but have we seen the last of them in Rick and Morty
DC's New Batman Series Sets Up The Next DC Animated Universe
The DCU has its strengths, but DC Studios is missing a trick if it doesn't replace the DCAU, and thankfully, the comics have shown a path forward.
How Old Nicolas Cage's Spider-Noir Is Compared To Marvel's Other Spider-Man Characters
Nicolas Cage is about to deliver a very different Spider-Man performance in the Spider-Noir series, but just how vast is the gap between Spider-Men?
DC Animated Universe Complete Timeline: What Order To Watch
Here's the correct order to watch all eight shows and six movies that are part of the DC Animated Universe, also known as the Timmverse or DCAU.
Disney+'s 3-Hour Sci-Fi Epic Is So Good, It's Coming Back With New Scenes And A Sequel
Disney has managed to create a monopoly at the top of the box office leaderboards, and one incredible sci-fi epic is set to make a special comeback.
One Of The Greatest Superman Versions Of The Century Is Officially Coming Back
The DCU is building a strong identity around Clark Kent and Superman on the big screen, but there is another version that deserves some more love.
Netflix's 2-Part Fantasy Series Is So Good, It Could Be The Next Stranger Things
Stranger Things was Netflix's flagship series for a decade, but there is a new contender ready to fill the void left behind with equal energy.
Disney+'s 9-Part Fantasy Series Was So Good, It Birthed 2 Sequels
Disney+ has really stepped up its game when it comes to delivering original and unique fantasy shows, especially considering its spin-off success.
Disney+'s Near-Perfect Action Thriller Deserves Its Streaming Success (#1 In The U.S.)
Disney+ has released a stunning new action-thriller on its platform that is well worth checking out and can easily be consumed in just one sitting.
All 9 American Horror Story Cast Members Returning For Season 13 (So Far)
American Horror Story has been a little underwhelming in recent seasons, but season 13 has confirmed several iconic cast members will return.
HBO's Green Lantern Show Reveals Why Hal And John Don't Use Their Powers A Lot
Lanterns has finally revealed key details about how powers work in the DCU series, and what to expect in one of the most hotly anticipated HBO shows.