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Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu has officially found its place in the galaxy’s expanding timeline. Disney+ now positions the movie after Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and before Star Wars Resistance, giving fans a clearer picture of where Din Djarin and Grogu’s latest adventure takes place. The placement makes sense considering the story is set after the original Star Wars trilogy but well before the events of the sequel trilogy. It also puts the movie at the latest point so

After nearly 60 years of exploring the final frontier, Star Trek may be preparing for one of its biggest changes yet. Paramount’s upcoming Star Trek movie is expected to move beyond familiar characters like Kirk, Spock and Picard and instead introduce an entirely new group of characters, worlds and adventures. That could be exactly what the franchise needs. The previous big-screen reboot began with J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek in 2009, followed by Star Trek Into Darkness in 2013 an

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is still one of the most important games Nintendo has ever released. When it debuted on the Nintendo 64, its 3D world, exploration and cinematic presentation helped redefine adventure games. But while its impact is undeniable, some parts of Ocarina of Time have not aged as well as others. The controls can feel awkward by modern standards, item management slows down certain sections, and some dungeons can be frustrating to revisit. That is

Few decades can match the 1980s when it comes to action movies. The era produced major movie stars, launched blockbuster franchises, and helped define what audiences still expect from the genre today. What made the decade especially memorable was its variety. Action films regularly crossed into science fiction, horror, fantasy, comedy, and adventure. The best movies didn’t rely only on explosions and fight scenes — they also gave audiences memorable characters and stories tha

The X-Files is preparing for another comeback, with both a new comic book series and a live-action reboot moving forward. Before the next television version arrives, fans will first get a new X-Files comic from Dynamite Entertainment. Writer Joe Harris and artist Riley Brown are leading the project, which is now expected to arrive earlier than originally planned. The comic had previously been set for a February 2027 release, but it has now been moved up to December 2026. An e

When Megatron built the Decepticons, he surrounded himself with some of Cybertron’s most dangerous and battle-hardened warriors. The Autobots, by comparison, were often made up of ordinary Cybertronians who simply refused to stand by while Megatron took control. But the Autobots were far from defenseless. Across different Transformers timelines, several Autobots have proven powerful enough to challenge the strongest Decepticons, turn the tide of major battles, and even stand

James Gunn has finally responded to the growing speculation surrounding Peacemaker Season 3, although his answer may have created even more questions for DC fans. When a fan recently asked Gunn on Threads whether there was any chance of a third season, the DC Studios co-head didn’t give a yes or no. Instead, he replied with a simple thinking-face emoji. That certainly isn’t confirmation, but it also isn’t a rejection. For fans hoping to see John Cena return as Christopher Smi

The X-Men are getting closer to their long-awaited return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans already know several familiar mutants are expected to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, while Marvel Studios is preparing for a larger reboot of the franchise following Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027. Although the next generation of X-Men is still coming together, one former franchise star is making it clear she would gladly return. Lana Condor, who played Jubilee in 2016’s X-Men: Apoc

Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor best known for bringing Optimus Prime to life in the Transformers franchise, has died at the age of 85. Cullen’s unmistakable voice became iconic to generations of fans after he debuted as the heroic Autobot leader in the original Transformers animated series. Over the next four decades, he returned to the role countless times across television, movies, video games and other Transformers projects. Cullen was also beloved by Disney fans

Time travel sounds simple: go into the past, jump into the future, or somehow get stuck doing the same thing over and over again. But the best time-travel movies use that idea for something much bigger. They turn it into stories about changing your destiny, getting another chance, losing someone you love, or discovering that some moments simply cannot be changed. From superheroes and killer robots to romance and comedy, here are 10 movies that found unforgettable ways to play

The search for the next James Bond may have a surprising new frontrunner. According to Page Six, actor Jack Barton is reportedly at the top of the list to take over as 007 in the upcoming Bond 26reboot. Barton is competing against several better-known names, including Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, Paul Mescal, Jack Lowden and Callum Turner. But being less famous could actually work in Barton’s favor. The actor has appeared in Heartstopper, Poor Things, and SAS: Rogue Heroes

According to a new report, James Gunn and Peter Safran are expected to remain in charge of DC Studios if Paramount Skydance ultimately takes control of Warner Bros. An insider speaking with TheWrap claims there are currently no plans to replace Gunn or Safran or dramatically restructure DC Studios. That lines up with previous reports suggesting Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison has been supportive of the direction Gunn and Safran have taken with the DC Universe. Ellison ha

Nintendo has been part of the gaming world since 1889, evolving from a playing-card company into one of the most recognizable names in entertainment. Its consoles have given us some of the greatest games ever made—but they have also tested our patience, reflexes and controllers. During the NES and Super Nintendo eras, games were often designed to be completed through repetition, memorization and a seemingly endless supply of determination. Some were challenging in a satisfyin

Before Wolverine, Storm, Nightcrawler and Colossus joined the team, the X-Men were five teenagers learning how to use their powers under the guidance of Professor Charles Xavier. That original comic did not become an immediate hit—but it created the mutant corner of the Marvel Universe we still love today. Marvel stopped publishing new X-Men stories in 1970, and the series survived through reprints until Giant-Size X-Men #1 launched a new international lineup in 1975. Because

Genre-defining anime such as Attack on Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen earned their acclaim, but they are far from the only action series worth watching. Over the past five years, studios have delivered a new wave of shows that combine memorable characters, inventive worlds and increasingly ambitious animation. Some of these series adapt popular manga or games, while others introduce entirely original stories. What they share is the ability to build on familiar action-anime traditio

When Die Hard arrived in 1988, it helped reshape the modern action movie. Directed by John McTiernan and starring Bruce Willis as NYPD officer John McClane, the film took the familiar action-hero formula and gave it a more vulnerable, relatable lead. Trapped inside Los Angeles’ Nakatomi Plaza while criminals hold hostages, McClane becomes their only real chance of survival. More than three decades later, filmmakers are still borrowing from the movie’s winning formula: an isol

Nintendo produced arcade machines and handheld games before entering the home-console market, but the Nintendo Entertainment System turned the company into a household name. Originally released in Japan as the Famicom, the eight-bit system introduced players to several important Nintendo franchises and helped revolutionize platform games. Nintendo’s 1981 arcade hit Donkey Kong was one of the earliest platformers to make jumping a central part of its gameplay. Only seven years

Warning: Major spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day follow. Spider-Man: Brand New Day begins a dramatically different chapter in the life of Tom Holland’s Peter Parker. Following the devastating conclusion of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter lives in a world where Doctor Strange’s spell has erased everyone’s memory of him. His friends no longer recognize him. His remaining family connections are gone, and even MJ and Ned Leeds have moved forward without knowing the important

From The Premiere of The End Of Oak Street 08/10/26 The End of Oak Street does not open in theaters until Friday, August 14, 2026 my son and I walked in not knowing what to expect......the early reactions provide a strong picture of what audiences can expect. The following is a spoiler-free review based on those screenings and verified film information. A wonderfully wild dinosaur adventure The End of Oak Street takes an ordinary suburban family and drops them into an extraor

Nintendo rarely discounts its first-party games, and it is even less common for the company to offer full games at no additional cost. However, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 owners looking for something new to play currently have a budget-friendly option. Nintendo Switch Online members can play the complete version of NBA 2K26 through Nintendo’s Game Trials program. The limited-time offer is available until 11:59 p.m. Pacific on Aug. 13. NBA 2K26 Joins Nintendo’s Game Trials D