Looking for something new to watch this weekend? Ebaster has picked the top 5 series for a binge, including a crime thriller on Prime Video, a true crime series from HBO, a popular dramedy on Paramount+, a trending reality documentary on Netflix, and an action-packed fantasy epic from HBO Max.
Though sometimes deliberately paced, House of the Dragon has used that time to create a complex and interesting journey for the character Rhaenyra. She’s a remarkably developed character – dedicated to her responsibilities, but hesitant to inflict pain. Similar to Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, though, Rhaenyra might struggle with a desire for revenge as the story unfolds.
Despite many doubts, Netflix’s live-action version of One Piece launched to great success. By assembling a dedicated team, collaborating with the original creator, and remaining faithful to the source material, the show proved everyone wrong and became a remarkably good adaptation of the anime – and a strong TV series overall.
We know we’ll see updated versions of classic characters like Black Cat, Sandman, Robbie Robertson, and Silvermane. The Spider-Noir trailer also suggests appearances by villains such as Molten Man and Man-Spider. Plus, there are likely to be a few unexpected surprises!
The Chunin Exams arc in Naruto redefined what viewers anticipated from extended action anime. It’s brilliantly paced, expertly building tension before delivering exciting climaxes. What truly sets it apart is how it uses a tournament as a tool for a larger, more dangerous story. By the time the competition begins, the focus shifts from simply winning to surviving a plot that transforms a festive event into a disaster. Even today, the Chunin Exams remain a landmark moment in the evolution of tournament arcs in shonen anime.
James Gunn recently posted on X to honor Gorilla Grodd, a popular villain from the Flash comics, as fans eagerly anticipate his appearance in a new show on HBO Max. His post coincided with the 67th anniversary of Gorilla Grodd’s first appearance in The Flash #106.
The next season arrives this June, perfectly timed with Pride Month, which is fantastic news for fans of Rhaenyra and Alicent – arguably the best couple in the world of Game of Thrones. (While Knight of the Seven Kingdoms offered some contenders, these two queens are simply unmatched.) The big questions now are: who trapped Rhaenyra in that room, and will she and Mysaria ever talk about it? Could Alicent become involved? And what about a potential connection between Gwayne Hightower and Ser Criston Cole? Finally, everyone’s noticed Daemon consistently refers to Rhaenyra as “Queen” in the trailer – and rightfully so!
It’s not too shocking that Million-Follower Detective isn’t getting much attention. Even with the huge popularity of Squid Game, shows not originally made in English often struggle to find an audience on streaming services. However, Million-Follower Detective is a hidden gem on Netflix that’s worth checking out, particularly if you liked the unique blend of sweetness and creepiness in Squid Game.
I wasn’t going into the Berlin Film Festival screening of Tom Morello and Sam Dunn’s documentary, The Ballad of Judas Priest, as someone who didn’t care. I’ve been to many premieres, but even I was a little thrilled to see Rob Halford in person – at 74, he’s still a commanding presence and a true metal icon. The film is really made for fans; it’s a celebration of the band rather than a critical investigation. It starts with Jack Black dramatically reciting the lyrics to “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’” as if it were Shakespeare, and that level of enthusiastic fandom carries throughout the movie.
In the 2010 film Tron: Legacy, Cillian Murphy briefly appears as Edward Dillinger Jr., the leader of ENCOM’s software designers and the son of a former ENCOM executive played by David Warner in the original 1982 Tron movie. However, Murphy did not reprise his role in the 2025 film Tron: Ares.