It’s hard for any historical drama to compare to Shōgun, which many consider one of the best TV shows in decades. However, there are clear parallels between the two series: both are lavish, fictionalized stories set in East Asia and feature British sailors caught up in adventure.
The High School Musical movie series began in 2006 with the first film. It was very popular, leading to two sequels and even a TV show. Recently, after celebrating its 20th anniversary, High School Musical unexpectedly returned to the top of the charts on Disney+, as reported by FlixPatrol.
Alex Honnold is uniquely qualified for this climb – he’s incredibly skilled and experienced, a true legend in the climbing world. He only attempts climbs he’s certain he can complete safely. Still, even with all his preparation, there’s always a small risk, especially with a challenging ascent like Taipei 101, which will be livestreamed on Netflix on January 23rd. We’re hoping everything goes smoothly, of course! To help ease any anxiety before you watch, here are four documentary recommendations showcasing the expertise of the climbers involved – think of it as a way to prepare yourself for the intensity.
Scheduled for release on January 22, 2026, this 79-minute film is directed by Leslie Iwerks and stars Walt Disney. A rating has not yet been assigned.
The series Yellowstone, along with its prequel spinoffs 1883 and 1923, have already finished airing. Despite this, Taylor Sheridan has many more projects in development, including additional stories within the Yellowstone universe and completely new Westerns. Beyond Westerns, Sheridan has also created several successful crime thrillers, and one of those is unexpectedly heading to Netflix.
The third season of Jujutsu Kaisen is now available on Crunchyroll and is currently the platform’s most popular show. It’s topped the weekly rankings since its release. While many expected a strong performance from Jujutsu Kaisen due to its existing fanbase, it’s still beating out other popular series like the second season of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
After premiering in Hollywood on January 21st, early reactions to Sam Raimi’s new horror film, Send Help, are now available online. Critics are overwhelmingly positive, describing the movie as chaotic, scary, funny, clever, and thrilling – a real crowd-pleaser! Many praised the sharp writing and the strong performances from Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien. You can find some of the reactions below.
Movies made for teens in the 2000s perfectly captured what it was like to be in high school for the first generation of Gen Z, and they did so in a way that felt real and relatable. That’s why those films remain so memorable.
With many fantasy shows ending abruptly or relying on existing franchises, His Dark Materials stands out as a complete story that was allowed to finish as intended. The series actually improved over its three seasons, developing its plot and characters wonderfully, making it a great choice for a binge-watching session. It’s beautifully filmed and features a fantastic cast, especially Dafne Keen, making it a must-see for fantasy lovers.
You can now watch The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Thunderbolts on Disney+. Both films include sneak peeks from the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday – scenes filmed by directors Joe and Anthony Russo to connect the stories.