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Paramount has had mixed results with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The animated movie was a hit, but the live-action films produced by Michael Bay weren’t well-received. The franchise has found success again in its original comic book form with a storyline called The Last Ronin, which features a lone ninja turtle nearing the end of his life. While fans were initially disappointed when plans for The Last Ronin were cancelled, a recent announcement has made the situation even more frustrating.

For over 21 hours across two seasons, people from all backgrounds have come to The Pitt seeking help. The dedicated ER staff at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center provides the best possible care to everyone who walks through their doors, and a friendly face can make all the difference in that stressful environment. Louie Cloverfield, played by Ernest Harden Jr., was that smiling face – a man battling alcoholism who was well-known to the staff for both his addiction and his kind personality. He remembered the staff by name, asked about their families, and openly acknowledged his struggles with alcohol. In a particularly heartbreaking moment in season two, Louie tragically dies from a pulmonary embolism in the episode “12:00 P.M.” – a shocking and bloody scene that underscores the show’s central theme: no one is safe in The Pitt, but everyone has a story.

Yuri Lowenthal is a well-known voice actor, but many fans believe he isn’t the right fit for this character in the Jujutsu Kaisen arc. It seems the production team may have chosen him more for his popularity than for his ability to capture the character’s harsh personality as it was originally portrayed in the manga. This feels like a chance to make the English dub stand out that was unfortunately missed.

That opening sequence was unusual! We rarely see a ‘Previously On…’ segment concentrate so heavily on a single relationship, and going back so far. Combined with the trailer for the rest of the season, it seems like the main focus will be on the conflict surrounding Dorit and why everyone is upset with her. Honestly, as someone who hasn’t been a fan of Dorit for a while, I’m really looking forward to seeing how this plays out – I’m more excited about it than Shane Hollander preparing for Ilya’s arrival! And a quick note: Rachael Zoe’s comment in the trailer – calling Dorit “hot as fuck” while she walked away from dinner – was a highlight.

Released as the final Sonic the Hedgehog game for Sega consoles, Sonic Adventure 2 was a fantastic send-off. It excelled in every way, and its new story elements and characters had a lasting impact on the Sonic franchise.

Recently, many romantic movies – whether funny or serious – have heavily promoted the obvious connection between their stars. Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney almost had everyone believing they were actually a couple, and Jessie Buckley famously described her co-star Paul Mescal in very passionate terms. Even though these relationships are almost always purely professional, the publicity surrounding the films often feels like advertisements for dating apps, suggesting viewers could find a similar connection. It’s therefore surprising to hear Margot Robbie describe how she and her friends reacted intensely to her co-star. She’s repeatedly had to clarify that a romantic moment in the film was inspired by something her co-star actually did. Both Robbie and her co-star are far more engaging and appealing when they showcase their individuality. Robbie shines when sharing stories about her nights out, and her co-star is at his best when discussing his creative work. If this adaptation of Wuthering Heights truly wants to evoke strong emotions, as its marketing suggests, it should embrace the story’s wildness and unpredictability and abandon traditional filmmaking approaches.

The new series, officially named Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, kicks off Ryan Murphy’s latest television project, an expansion of his “American Story” anthology. This means Murphy and his team can create shows in various genres, drawing from historical events and scandals for compelling stories. Originally called American Love Story, the title suggests future installments won’t be limited to American subjects. This series is a departure from the over-the-top style of American Horror Story, and more in line with the realistic approach of American Crime Story, where Murphy has done some of his best work. American Crime Story delivered hits like The People v. O.J. Simpson, The Assassination of Gianni Versace, and Impeachment, which succeeded because they combined accurate historical details with strong themes and memorable performances – like Sarah Paulson as Marcia Clark, Darren Criss as Andrew Cunanan, and Beanie Feldstein as Monica Lewinsky. Feldstein’s performance, in particular, could have become iconic if the show hadn’t had issues with its release on Hulu.

According to industry insider Daniel Richtman on X, Ghost Rider won’t be appearing in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday movie, even though Marvel was previously searching for an actor to play the role. Richtman believes Marvel Studios decided against introducing the character in this film.

James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash was the biggest movie of 2025, earning $1.441 billion worldwide. Though the film cost over $500 million to make, it wasn’t the only significant event in Cameron’s year.

When NBC announced a new version of The Rockford Files, it immediately became a highly anticipated TV pilot. Only two actors were considered for the main role, but Nathan Fillion ultimately landed the part.