Minority Mindset

Fun fact: all three Jumanji movies were actually mid-December releases. Certainly few, if any, would argue that the recent Dwayne Johnson-led Jumanji films would qualify as Christmas movies. However, the original film with Robin Williams does include a scene near the end that takes place at Christmas, which led one fan on Instagram to suggest it counts as a Christmas movie, and reboot co-star Karen Gillan has officially endorsed this position.

Although zombie stories had appeared on television before, The Walking Dead stood out by focusing on the emotional lives of its characters and developing storylines over extended periods. This approach revitalized the zombie genre and attracted a wider audience. Unlike typical zombie shows that relied on violence and shock value, The Walking Dead explored complex moral questions and character motivations.

The ending of The Boys season 4 has built a lot of anticipation for the final confrontation between Billy Butcher and Homelander. The show’s popularity is also evident in the number of spin-offs being created, proving it’s a successful and well-liked superhero action series.

HBO Max has a lot of popular movies and shows from DC Studios and Warner Bros., including both classic animated series like Justice League Unlimited and Batman Beyond, and newer hits like Superman and the second season of Peacemaker. You’ll find plenty of superhero content to enjoy on the streaming service.

Almost a year ago, Jeff revealed that the 50th season would be called “In the Hands of the Fans.” This was a pledge to let longtime, dedicated viewers have a say in the show, and a recognition that this season would deliver what those fans had always wanted. As a devoted fan myself, I want to share what excited and worried me about the trailer.

Okay, as someone who’s read Heated Rivalry, I knew Episode 5 was going to be huge for the TV adaptation! But even if you’re new to Shane and Ilya’s story, this episode definitely packed a punch. Honestly, whether you were prepared or not, it was totally worth losing your mind over! I saw so many fans online freaking out about that ending – and for good reason, it was amazing!

This weekend (December 19–21, 2025), Ebaster recommends three must-watch shows on Paramount+. One is a popular, long-running crime thriller that’s currently gaining a lot of attention. It’s received perfect ratings on Rotten Tomatoes and is considered the best in its series so far.

Dwayne Johnson surprised audiences in 2025 with his performance in the biographical film The Smashing Machine, showcasing his range as an actor. However, a decade earlier, he starred in the disaster movie San Andreas. When Vanity Fair had experts assess the realism of disaster films, San Andreas didn’t rank highly.