Originally planned as a short run, Shōgun is a captivating historical drama set at the beginning of Japan’s Edo period, a time when the power of the samurai warriors began to fade. In contrast, Squid Game became a global phenomenon with its story of desperate Koreans competing in deadly games for a huge cash prize.
Season 7 of The Rookie started strong, even including a standout episode. Unfortunately, after the midseason finale, it fell into the same patterns as Season 6, repeatedly undermining its own progress. The villains weren’t very compelling, the storylines were easy to guess, and the characters didn’t grow much. Now, the show has an opportunity to improve, and a good first step would be to replace the character of Celina.
Chris Mundy, the creator and showrunner of Lanterns, is known for creating gripping stories and choosing fantastic actors. He’s previously worked on popular shows like Ozark, Bloodline, and True Detective. Keep an eye out for rising star Aaron Pierre (from Netflix’s Rebel Ridge), who will bring a fresh and surprising take to the role of John Stewart.
The Gina Picket storyline didn’t really justify the amount of attention it received. It was a tragic, but straightforward case of a serial killer’s victim, and ultimately felt unsatisfying. Thankfully, the larger story arc developing in Tracker season 3 is much more compelling and doesn’t feel as contrived.
Apple is reportedly working on a series based on the graphic novel Last Flight Out by Marc Guggenheim, and Sam Hargrave is being considered as the director, according to Deadline.
Scrafty first appeared in the Pokémon Black and White games, which were released in the fifth generation. In Legends: Z-A, while some Pokémon like Falinks and Drampa can Mega Evolve from their already evolved forms, Mega Scrafty requires you to evolve a Scrafty from its base form first. Only the fully evolved Scrafty can Mega Evolve, so you’ll need to start with the right Pokémon to use this ability.
Many consider Deadwood to be the most intelligent Western ever created. It doesn’t explore simple morality, but rather how communities develop through a messy mix of violence, negotiation, and communication. The show suggests that civilization isn’t built on high ideals, but on practical needs and the willingness to compromise. Ian McShane’s Swearengen and Timothy Olyphant’s Bullock represent opposing forces: Bullock embodies order and righteousness, while Swearengen thrives in chaos. Their complex dynamic illustrates how progress often requires getting one’s hands dirty. Creator David Milch presents this conflict like a Shakespearean play, filled with dramatic speeches, rivalries, and a sense of inescapable destiny. Ultimately, Deadwood isn’t a story about cowboys; it’s an epic tale of a society constructing itself from the ground up, despite all the hardship and brutality.
Christian Petzold’s latest film, and his fourth time working with Nina Hoss, is a gentle and insightful story about identity and longing. Laura is a somewhat lost character, easily mistaken for others and prone to being influenced by those around her. The film subtly hints at her struggles, including a possible contemplation of suicide, but never provides direct answers. A music student, Laura possesses a keen sensitivity but carries a noticeable sadness.
It doesn’t take long for the protagonist to discover that something sinister is happening in Derry. The town’s children are already being targeted, and this sets the stage for a confrontation with an evil force lurking below the surface. It: Welcome to Derry is packed with references for Stephen King fans, but some viewers are unsure if it’s based on a prequel novel and how that affects the established story.
From 2002’s Wild Force to 2009’s RPM, Disney’s involvement with Power Rangers brought increased funding, improved writing, and more daring storylines. These seasons went beyond what fans expected, successfully combining emotional moments with high-quality action and a more modern feel compared to earlier iterations of the show.