Rob Reiner’s 1990 film Misery, based on the Stephen King novel, stars James Caan, Kathy Bates, and Lauren Bacall. The movie tells the story of a popular romance author who is held hostage by an obsessive fan. It’s now streaming on Peacock, and also available on HBO Max. Peacock offers a more affordable monthly plan at $7.99, compared to HBO Max’s basic plan at $10.99.
Many fantastic movies from the 1980s initially received mixed or negative reviews, which unfortunately impacted how well they did in theaters. It’s a shame, because many of these films are now considered classics and could have benefited from more support when they were first released. Despite the initial reaction, these ten controversial movies from the decade have become timeless cinematic masterpieces.
Many great horror TV shows last for years – take Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story, which already has twelve seasons and is adding a thirteenth. But sometimes you just want something you can binge in a weekend. Whether it’s a short, self-contained series from a master of horror or a show that ended after only one season, these options are sure to keep you hooked.
In 2025, Apple TV remained the top choice for science fiction fans. It brought back popular shows like Severance and Foundation with compelling new seasons, and also introduced exciting new series such as Pluribus. With a highly anticipated cyberpunk show, adapted from a classic sci-fi novel, on the way, Apple TV is expected to maintain its leading position in the genre.
Even after just two films, Avatar has built a detailed and believable world, filled with unique cultures, spiritual beliefs, a well-defined ecosystem, and characters whose stories unfold over time. Pandora feels like a place with a long history and consistent rules, something few new movie franchises achieve so rapidly. However, the world of Avatar extends beyond what we’ve seen on screen.
The last season of Stranger Things wrapped up with a big and moving finale on Netflix this past Wednesday, December 31st. For nearly a decade, fans have enjoyed following the adventures of Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, and Lucas in this exciting sci-fi series about growing up, which first started in the summer of 2016.
Lately, horror movies have come in a few main forms: big franchise installments, films made by well-known directors, and smaller, independent productions. Companies like A24 and Neon have become successful by focusing on these independent horror films, and directors like Jordan Peele and Robert Eggers have become major figures in the genre.
However, the director has other projects he wants to work on, including a new Terminator film.
I was so bummed to hear Taylor Swift couldn’t stay for the whole movie marathon! She had a busy New Year’s, celebrating a wedding and then heading straight to Kansas City on January 1st. Luckily, some other awesome people did manage to watch all the films, like Maya Rudolph, Donald Glover, Kesha, Ludwig Göransson, and of course, the Haim sisters – they’re always up for a good time!
Ebaster helps Prime Video users find their next favorite show by showcasing new releases, popular titles, and well-regarded hidden gems – perfect for a weekend of watching in early 2026. We also have binge-watching guides for Netflix and Paramount+.