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This week’s episode of “Prior Bad Acts” introduces Olympia’s mother, Celeste (Vernée Watson), who has a strained relationship with her daughter. We see a flashback to when Celeste visited Olympia, Julian, and the grandkids in New York four years ago, bringing along her boyfriend, Lionel Carlisle (Scott Lawrence). During that visit, Olympia learned that Celeste and Lionel were overspending and racking up credit card debt, reinforcing Olympia’s preference for her stable and reliable father. It highlighted a pattern of impulsive decisions, particularly regarding love and finances, that Olympia had observed in her mother.

Set in 1854 Washington Territory, the seven-part series centers on a bitter rivalry between two powerful women and their families. Constance Van Ness, a shrewd businesswoman, relentlessly tries to take over rancher Fiona Nolan’s land to expand her silver mining operation. The series explores the sacrifices and consequences of both motherhood and pursuing one’s ambitions through the contrasting characters of the refined Constance and the outspoken Fiona. This focus on female leads marks a departure for creator Kurt Sutter, known for his earlier, male-driven shows. Sutter previously made a name for himself with gritty dramas like The Shield and Sons of Anarchy, which blended intense violence with emotional storylines and explored the complexities of masculinity. While those shows often involved crime and punishment, they were fundamentally melodramas about the struggles of men trying to maintain power, and Sutter wasn’t afraid to combine dramatic, larger-than-life moments with intimate, sometimes shocking, personal scenes.

The new Peaky Blinders movie, The Immortal Man, will be released both in cinemas and on Netflix. It will first hit select theaters on March 6, 2026, and then become available on Netflix on March 20, 2026. Netflix has also revealed a new poster for the film, showcasing Cillian Murphy in his iconic role as Tommy Shelby.

Wow, this merger is huge – it’s already being compared to Disney buying Fox, and everyone in Hollywood is seriously wondering what it all means, especially right now when things are so shaky in the industry. As a comic book fan, the biggest question on my mind – and on a lot of other fans’ minds, too – is what’s going to happen with James Gunn and the amazing stuff he’s been building!

A major concern about Netflix potentially buying Warner Bros. was whether Netflix would continue releasing Warner Bros. films in cinemas, given that Netflix generally doesn’t do that itself. However, in a recent announcement reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos appeared to suggest that Warner Bros. movies would still get theatrical releases, stating…

It’s good to see someone finding a silver lining. Pluribus, Vince Gilligan’s ambitious science fiction series, is as much about exploring big ideas as it is about the story of a deeply unhappy writer. One way the show tackles these ideas is by focusing on the few people who didn’t change during the Joining, and how they’re dealing with the new reality. Our main character, Carol (Rhea Seehorn), is determined to restore things to how they were and end the global peace. Laxmi (Menik Gooneratne), who doesn’t trust Carol, seems to be coping by simply avoiding the larger issues, as she still has a connection to her son.

Paul Dano gave a memorably unsettling performance as the Riddler in The Batman, which you can watch with a subscription to HBO Max. Director Matt Reeves, having worked with Dano on that DC film, is familiar with his abilities and recently defended him on Twitter, stating:

Sony Pictures has unveiled new posters and a short preview for the upcoming reboot of ‘Anaconda’. Unlike the original films, this version is a comedic take on the story. The plot follows a group of friends who attempt to remake their beloved childhood film.

He stated that Warner Bros. films will still be released in theaters as planned, while Netflix movies will continue to have limited or no theatrical releases. Here’s his complete statement:

While the developing relationship between Robin and Will is a highlight of Stranger Things season 5, the most touching moment between them is a quiet one that some viewers might overlook. The first part of Stranger Things season 5 has arrived, and the concluding season of Netflix’s popular sci-fi series is delivering on the high hopes of fans around the globe.