While the Friday the 13th movies and the slasher genre as a whole have become more well-known over time, many other films from the 1980s have since gained more attention. These include both realistic thrillers like The Stepfather and supernatural horror stories like Dark Night of the Scarecrow, ultimately lessening the impact of what originally made Friday the 13th stand out.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos responded to James Cameron, expressing his respect for Cameron’s work but disagreeing with a letter Cameron sent. Sarandos stated that the letter inaccurately portrayed Netflix’s commitment to showing Warner Bros. films in theaters. He confirmed he’d previously assured both Cameron and Warner Bros. CEO Ann Lee of a 45-day theatrical release window. Sarandos also argued that if Paramount Skydance were to acquire Warner Bros. instead of Netflix, it would likely reduce spending in the film industry by around $16 billion to finance the purchase. Currently, Paramount Skydance is still negotiating with Warner Bros., with a shareholder vote scheduled for March. As of now, it appears Netflix is the only party satisfied with the existing arrangement.
Adapting a popular animated manga like One Piece into live-action is incredibly challenging, but the first season managed to capture the spirit and quirky charm of the original, pleasing both longtime fans and new viewers. The upcoming second season promises to raise the stakes with a memorable group of villains – including Mr. 9 (Daniel Lasker), Mr. 5 (Camrus Johnson), Miss Valentine (Jazzara Jaslyn), and Mr. 3 (David Dastmalchian) – who are all part of the dangerous Baroque Works organization.
In Ricochet, a District Attorney named Washington faces off against a vengeful criminal he previously sent to prison. This action movie is often overlooked, but it’s actually a standout of its time. Interestingly, it quietly lays the groundwork for a shared universe, with surprising connections to the classic film Die Hard.
Marvel Comics just announced a new series called X-Men: Outback. Written by Steve Orlando with art by Stephen Segovia, the story takes place in Australia at a time when many X-Men were presumed dead or searching for a fresh start.
The streaming service offers a variety of original content, as well as many popular licensed shows and movies, including live-action adaptations of How to Train Your Dragon and Jurassic World Rebirth. Recently added is Triangle of Sadness, a critically acclaimed black comedy that received three Oscar nominations.
Professor X, Emma Frost, and Jean Grey are well-known for reading minds, but their powers go much further than that. They’ve all become incredibly skilled with psionic energy, making them formidable opponents both in and out of combat.
Okay, so Tommy Shelby is being pulled back into the game, and this time it’s deeply personal. His son, Duke, has taken the reins of the Peaky Blinders, but he’s gotten mixed up in something truly dangerous – a Nazi conspiracy. Tom Harper directs, and Steven Knight penned the script, and honestly, the trailer – which dropped on February 19th – absolutely blew up online, as you’d expect. The film arrives in select cinemas on March 6th, 2026, before hitting Netflix on March 20th, 2026. The cast list is fantastic, so I’ve put together a complete guide to who’s returning, and who’s new to the world of the Peaky Blinders.
Despite all the typical vampire and werewolf drama, True Blood always felt surprisingly realistic. The show’s characters, especially the kind-hearted Sookie Stackhouse, made it relatable even when the storylines were far-fetched. While True Blood is a standout series, much of its success comes from its excellent adaptation of Charlaine Harris’ Southern Vampire Mysteries books.
HBO currently relies on the Game of Thrones franchise for its fantasy content, but a new Harry Potter series is expected to arrive by 2027, adding another major fantasy show to their lineup.