The first new project in the Stranger Things universe is a prequel focusing on the backstory of Henry Creel. Another upcoming addition is an animated spinoff called Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, which will take place between the second and third seasons of the original show.
The Creel House was first shown at the end of Stranger Things Season 4, Part 1, and played a key role in revealing Vecna’s backstory. The house was the site of a terrible tragedy, where a young Henry Creel used his powers to kill his mother and sister, ultimately transforming into the monster that haunts the Upside Down.
In 2025, we didn’t see as many live-action Star Wars shows as in previous years. The same was true for Marvel shows on Disney+ – they weren’t being released as often as they were in the early 2020s. 2025 was the last year before Marvel Studios made big changes to how it produced TV shows, so the platform released any remaining shows from the old system all at once.
Considered one of the best science fiction shows available, The Expanse originally aired on Syfy and later moved to Prime Video. Based on six of the nine novels by James S.A. Corey, the series is celebrated for its detailed and believable universe, insightful social themes, realistic science, complex characters, and captivating political storylines.
Bob Odenkirk is famous for playing Saul Goodman, but one of his best roles is actually in a unique and thought-provoking sci-fi series from 2019. The show, which streamed on Amazon Prime, received a lot of praise from critics, though it didn’t become a huge hit with general audiences.
The new shows will show us what happens with the characters from Yellowstone after the main series finishes. Y: Marshals, focusing on Kayce Dutton, is expected to be the first to air, but several other spinoffs are also coming soon. This could make 2026 a huge year for the Yellowstone universe, especially as Taylor Sheridan prepares to leave Paramount, which will change things for the franchise.
I was a little disappointed to learn that Netflix is taking down 12 Strong on January 1st, 2026! It’s currently the only place you can stream it with a subscription, and so far, nobody’s announced where it will be available next. If you’re like me and love this true story about the incredible U.S. Army Special Forces team – with Chris Hemsworth as their commander – sent to Afghanistan after 9/11, you’ll want to watch it soon before it disappears from Netflix!
As The Rings of Power approaches its third season, opinions remain divided on whether the Prime Video series has lived up to Amazon’s expectations as a follow-up to Game of Thrones. However, it’s also worth noting that Prime Video already has another fantasy adaptation that many consider to be even better.
James Gandolfini’s performance as Tony Soprano is considered one of the best ever in television, and the show’s writing was excellent, perfectly complementing his work. The Sopranos is full of unforgettable scenes, ranging from darkly funny moments to deeply meaningful discussions.
Video game movies are having a moment, recently achieving huge success with several blockbusters. But it was Angelina Jolie’s role as Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider movies, released 24 years ago, that really paved the way for all video game adaptations. Her performance set the standard for how these films could be made.