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According to FlixPatrol, Monster: The Ed Gein Story is currently the most popular TV show on Netflix worldwide, as of October 5, 2025. Added to the streaming service just last Friday, the series has quickly risen to the #1 spot in 37 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The show features the story of convicted murderer and body snatcher Ed Gein. This new installment is the third season of the anthology series created by Ryan Murphy, which examines the lives of infamous ‘monsters’, with each season focusing on a different killer.

As a huge horror fan, I’m always on the lookout for great movies, and I’m thrilled with what’s available on free streaming platforms like Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, and YouTube (even with the ads!). You can find *so* much spooky cinema – everything from seriously bloody creature features to delightfully campy cult comedies. These films may not always be blockbusters, but they’ve definitely become classics in horror history. Honestly, whatever kind of Halloween mood I’m in – whether I want something sexy and fun, genuinely gothic and chilling, or over-the-top ‘80s gore – these free services always deliver. It’s a fantastic selection!

Breaking Dawn Part 2, and Breaking Dawn Part 1 (released in 2011), were both directed by Bill Condon. Condon is an Oscar-winning director known for films such as Gods and Monsters, Chicago, and Dreamgirls. Now, thirteen years after the initial film came out, Condon is discussing a specific scene in an interview – the moment when Peter Facinelli’s character, Carlisle Cullen, appears to die.

According to FlixPatrol, No Time to Die is currently ranked #5 among the Top 10 Movies on Prime Video in the United States, as of October 5, 2025. Even though it was only recently added to the streaming service, No Time to Die is already performing very well in the U.S., and it’s seeing comparable results internationally. The movie is currently charting in eight countries on Prime Video, and it’s also proving to be a hit on Video on Demand (VOD) in countries where it’s not available for streaming on Prime. The film has become an even more important installment in the James Bond franchise.

Nick Cassavetes, known for directing films such as Blow and John Q., directed the movie adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ novel, The Notebook. However, before the director was chosen, the author himself revealed on Good Morning America which other filmmakers were considered for the job. The revelation was surprisingly unexpected, much like a twist in a horror movie.

When the trailer for Good Boy was released in August, a huge increase in Google searches showed that the film was becoming more than just a small, independent movie. The central idea of featuring a dog as the main character has captured people’s attention, turning what could have been another low-budget horror film – of which Shudder has many – into something special. This turned out to be a smart decision by Ben Leonberg, whose Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Indy, stars in the movie. It has quickly become a hit online and is already the third highest-grossing original film for Shudder/IFC Films.

Viewers are really enjoying the way the show explores the inner world of John Cena’s Christopher Smith, as well as its unique and dark version of the DC Universe, called Earth X. However, the season hasn’t been without its problems. Some people feel that Peacemaker Season 2 didn’t capture the magic of the first season, shifting away from a clear story of heroes and villains in favor of more character development and humor. Also, like many shows and movies today, this DCU series faced criticism each week because the episodes were quite short, averaging just over 30 minutes.

I’ve always been fascinated by the mutants who don’t get all the spotlight. These guys have powers they didn’t ask for, but they’ve really learned to use them! They might not be as famous as someone like Wolverine or Storm, and they often play a supporting role, but they’re still incredibly important to their teams. It just goes to show that even the strangest mutant abilities can be really valuable and worthwhile. I think they deserve more recognition!

Growing up surrounded by creative talent, Grace Van Patten seemed naturally inclined towards a career in entertainment. Her father is Tim Van Patten, an Emmy-winning director famous for his work on shows like Sex and the City, The Wire, The Sopranos (he even made a brief appearance in The Sopranos), Black Mirror, and Game of Thrones. Additionally, Grace is the niece of well-known actors Dick Van Patten and Joyce Van Patten.

Judging by the trailers for The Smashing Machine, it’s clear that Benny Safdie, Dwayne Johnson, and the rest of the team dedicated a significant amount of effort to the fight choreography. (I’m really looking forward to seeing those matches unfold on the big screen!) But the film offers more than just what happens with Mark Kerr during the fights. Dwayne Johnson spoke with Deadline at the LA premiere and shared his overall perspective on the movie: