Movies that successfully blend humor and heartfelt moments are increasingly popular. Pure comedies aren’t as guaranteed to succeed in theaters anymore—over-the-top comedy now often does better as live stand-up. However, films with a more subtle and balanced approach can appeal to fans of independent and artistic films, and they can often be made for a lower cost than big-budget studio comedies.
Pennywise continued to terrorize the town, using its frightening abilities to scare a young group of friends – the first iteration of the Losers’ Club – in 1962, led by Lilly Bainbridge and Will Hanlon. This fear made them more palatable when IT eventually attacked. Even though Pennywise has plenty of adults to prey on, it consistently targets children, and the reason for this preference has finally been explained.
Nick Hallam and Sci-Finatics, known for their interviews and news coverage of Michael Sussman, have created an opening credits sequence for their fan project, Star Trek: United. The sequence is styled after the softer, rock-influenced titles of Star Trek: Enterprise. It showcases designs from legendary Star Trek concept artist Andy Probert – specifically his design for President Archer’s consular starship – along with work from Robert Bonchune and other skilled visual effects artists.
Here are all the release details of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 4.
As a huge fan of that Interview with the Vampire show on AMC and Netflix, I’ve been completely hooked on Louis’ story. We really see him grapple with becoming a vampire, and Lestat is a big part of that initial journey. But Season 2 threw me for a loop! Sam Reid, who plays Lestat, is in every episode, but for a lot of it, he’s actually a creation of Louis’ mind. It’s not until the very end that the real Lestat physically appears. That got me thinking – now that Lestat’s story is taking center stage, how will Louis fit into everything? Showrunner Rolin Jones actually talked about this with EW, and here’s what he said:
Space operas have always had a dedicated following, but quality examples have been scarce lately. Shows focusing on climate change, cyberpunk themes, or psychological thrillers have been more consistently popular – think shows like Fallout, Severance, and Pluribus. Still, science fiction feels incomplete without a strong space opera, and Foundation is currently filling that niche beautifully.
After Season 5 of Emily in Paris wrapped up, I immediately wondered if Emily might head to Greece. I had to ask Lily Collins and Ashley Park about it, and they shared some fun possibilities for what a move from Paris to Greece could look like for the show’s main character.
Harley Quinn first appeared in the 1992 animated series Batman: The Animated Series, and she’s been a popular character in DC animation ever since. Many voice actors have played her, each bringing something different to the role. But who truly defines the voice of Harley Quinn?
The film Training Day will no longer be available on Netflix after January 1, 2026. Starring Denzel Washington as a narcotics officer with the LAPD and Ethan Hawke as Officer Jake Hoyt, the movie follows their intense 24-hour shift navigating the challenging neighborhoods of Los Angeles, including Westlake, Echo Park, and South Central. Ethan Hawke received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film.
Films like Little Miss Sunshine, Silver Linings Playbook, Patch Adams, and It’s Kind of a Funny Story often use humor to explore serious topics like mental health. This is especially true for movies about stand-up comedians, such as The King of Comedy, Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling, and Funny People, which frequently delve into deeper issues. As Will Arnett pointed out, there’s a reason these films resonate with audiences – they’re relatable.