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Nicolas Cage stars as Ben Reilly in his first leading role on television. Reilly is a World War I veteran who’s fallen on hard times and now works as a private detective, with a secret past: he used to be a masked vigilante with spider-like abilities. This version of the character is different from the Peter Parker Cage voiced in the Spider-Verse movies – a funny, black-and-white, trench coat-wearing hero who primarily served as a joke. It’s also distinct from the Ben Reilly voiced by Andy Samberg (though the connection is playfully ironic, considering Samberg famously impersonated Cage on Saturday Night Live). This Spider-Noir character exists independently of the wider Spider-Man universe – for now, at least. Marvel is known for its multiverses, so anything could happen! The show presents itself as a classic detective story with a superhero twist, reminiscent of old-fashioned serials.

A movie’s financial and critical success usually show how well it’s received, but many truly great films weren’t immediately appreciated or popular when they first came out. Reminiscence feels like one of those films – it has the potential to become a beloved cult classic. It’s a visually stunning, futuristic noir that didn’t find its audience initially, perhaps because the timing wasn’t right or because the story was ahead of its time.

A video game designer and writer has called the new Star Wars movie an “entertaining spectacle,” and has shared what he enjoyed about it. Reviews for The Mandalorian and Grogu have been mixed since its release in theaters on May 22, 2026. Some critics thought it was a fun addition to the Star Wars universe, while others felt it was better suited for streaming on Disney+ than for a cinematic experience. Currently, the movie has a 62% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 247 reviews.

Although many still adore Downton Abbey, Julian Fellowes’ series The Gilded Age is often considered his better work. This lavish HBO show is set in late 1800s America, a period of rapid economic growth and social change. It shifts the focus from the established, calm world of British nobility to the determined and competitive new wealth of New York City. The story revolves around Bertha Russell (Carrie Coon), the wife of a powerful railroad magnate, who is determined to break into the highest circles of New York society, but the city’s established families aren’t willing to easily accept her.

Starting June 8th, you’ll be able to watch Season 1A of Regular Show: The Lost Tapes on the streaming service. That’s a pretty fast turnaround, considering the show first premiered worldwide on May 11, 2026, and has already released 10 episodes. Like the original Regular Show, The Lost Tapes continues to follow the comedic adventures of blue jay Mordecai (voiced by J.G. Quintel) and his raccoon buddy Rigby (voiced by William Salyers) as they work at a local park.

Dermont Mulroney, who starred in the beloved Christmas comedy The Family Stone, has shared news about the upcoming sequel. The Family Stone follows the Stone family’s chaotic holiday celebrations, focusing on Everett Stone (Mulroney) and his attempt to propose to his girlfriend, Julie (Claire Danes), while introducing her to his eccentric family. Their clashing personalities lead to funny and unexpected complications during the festive season.

Sebastian Stan surprises audiences with his role as a strict, religious father in the new film by Cristian Mungiu, known for directing 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days. It’s a departure for him, not only because he performs much of the role in Romanian, but because he fully embodies the character’s harsh and unlikeable personality. Fjord is a tense drama about a couple, played by Stan and Renate Reinsve, who move from Romania to Norway with their five children to be near Reinsve’s mother. Their lives are complicated when a teacher notices bruises on one of the children, bringing the attention of child protective services. Mungiu, a master at showing how frustrating and unfair systems can be, delivers a film that is deliberately and powerfully unsettling.

IDW Publishing has given fans a sneak peek at issue #37 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures, introducing a new character: Panda Khan, a samurai from another dimension. The comic, which hits shelves on May 27, 2026, features this noble warrior finding himself unexpectedly on Earth. IDW has shared a first look at the issue’s covers, showcasing Panda Khan in action.

On May 26, 2026, Hololive announced that six members of Holostars Japan will be leaving the group. This follows a recent decision in April that significantly reduced the financial benefits for male talents, leaving them with far less support than their more established female colleagues in both Japan and English-speaking branches.

While Sieger’s surprising move was a highlight, it’s not the sole reason I’m giving this week’s “Appalachian Celebration” episode four out of five stars. After last week’s disappointing challenges and the show’s odd way of celebrating Greenville – which, as one viewer pointed out, didn’t acknowledge the history of the Unity Park area – this episode felt like Top Chef really got Asheville right. The episode powerfully showed the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in 2024 and how local restaurant owners stepped up to feed those in need. I wish the chefs and the community organizations they worked with had received a bit more recognition, but overall, this episode felt like Top Chef truly focused on the Carolinas and shared something meaningful about the states that many viewers might not have known. Well done to the Top Chef producers.