Vecna’s Real Role in Stranger Things Finally Makes Sense Thanks to Netflix’s Darkest Theory Yet

A popular theory circulating on Reddit proposes a more complex relationship between Vecna and the Upside Down than previously understood. While many fans believe the Mind Flayer controls Vecna – a notion strengthened by the play Stranger Things: The First Shadow – this theory goes deeper. It examines the layout of Hawkins, the Upside Down, and the Mind Flayer’s home dimension to support its claims.

HBO Max Reveals Its 17 Biggest TV Shows Releasing In 2026

HBO Max, owned by Warner, has begun promoting its 2026 lineup with a new trailer. The over two-minute preview showcases more than a dozen of the platform’s biggest shows, offering quick glimpses of each one in a seemingly random order.

Marvel Officially Confirms The Hulk’s Design For Spider-Man’s New Appearance

Mark Ruffalo is confirmed to reprise his role as the Hulk in at least one future Marvel Cinematic Universe film. He’s expected to appear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, scheduled for 2026, alongside Tom Holland as Spider-Man and Jon Bernthal as the Punisher. Even sooner, in 2025, a separate Spider-Man project will bring the Hulk and Spider-Man together, giving fans the team-up they’ve been waiting for a year ahead of the movie.

Denny’s reveals Sticky Kicks, sneakers filled with real syrup

Okay, so Denny’s is doing something totally wild – they’re releasing sneakers! And get this, they’re called Sticky Kicks and they’re actually filled with syrup! I mean, who would’ve thought Denny’s would be dropping sneakers, let alone ones with syrup inside? It’s a crazy merch drop, for sure.

Jonathan Majors’ Replacement For The Dennis Rodman Movie Has Been Found, And It’s A Knives Out Alum

LaKeith Stanfield will play Dennis Rodman in the upcoming movie, 48 Hours in Vegas. The film, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and produced by Phil Lord, Chris Miller, and Aditya Sood, is based on the true story of Rodman’s unexpected trip to Las Vegas during the 1998 NBA Finals. According to reports, a Bulls assistant general manager joined him on the trip. Stanfield recently confirmed the news to Deadline, expressing his excitement about taking on the role.

Back To The Future Part III’s Biggest Plot Hole: Why The Third Movie Shouldn’t Happen

While some inconsistencies in the Back to the Future movies have reasonable explanations, others are harder to understand. Luckily, most of these plot holes don’t ruin the entire film, and usually just mean a character could have made a different choice. However, a major issue with the setup of Back to the Future Part III suggests the movie shouldn’t have happened at all.

Pulp Fiction & The Mask Actor Peter Greene Dies at 60

According to reports, actor Brock Greene died on December 12th at his home in Manhattan. His manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed the news. Greene is survived by his brother and sister. The cause of death has not yet been released.