While Band of Brothers powerfully and realistically portrays the experiences of a World War II military company, and deeply connects us to their stories, the show isn’t without its problems. Its central idea, at its core, has a significant weakness.
Many popular shows, like Supernatural, Evil, Grimm, Lucifer, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Fringe, probably wouldn’t exist without The X-Files. The show’s complex, season-long mysteries also pioneered a storytelling style – now known as the ‘mystery box’ format – that became hugely influential on television in the 2000s and 2010s. In fact, the iconic mystery series Lost likely wouldn’t have been possible without The X-Files paving the way.
Given the current widespread frustration with tech companies, the sharp cynicism of the satire The Audacity makes perfect sense. (A good example of this frustration is a recent viral video of college graduates booing a speaker who praised artificial intelligence.) However, even shows that mock powerful people, like HBO’s Succession – on which The Audacity creator Jonathan Glatzer worked – usually show some human side to those in charge. While the characters’ company might be harmful, acknowledging their weaknesses adds depth and complexity to the story.
The network isn’t sharing many details about Stephen Colbert’s final episode on Thursday, simply calling it “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Series Finale.” Colbert has already publicly stated who he hopes will be his last guest: Pope Leo XIV. He explained to The Hollywood Reporter that, as a devout Catholic, the Pope is his long-sought guest. He even wrote a letter, playfully addressing the Pope as “Your Holiness” and requesting an appearance, adding they didn’t need to discuss politics. Since no guests have been announced yet, it’s possible Colbert will get his wish.
To mark the end of Outlander on Starz, stars Sam Heughan and Caitríona Balfe, along with showrunner Matthew B. Roberts and executive producer Maril Davis, revealed in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that they wished they could have rewritten one death: that of Black Jack Randall.
As much as I loved both Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead, it’s a real shame how they both ended. The Walking Dead sort of fizzled out over time, and the finale just didn’t feel satisfying. But Game of Thrones… that was a shocking collapse! It felt rushed, like they didn’t have enough material to finish the story properly, and the pressure was just too much. It was a really disappointing finish for two shows that were once at the top of their game.
The Raft is a high-security prison created by the US government and located far out in the ocean. It’s built to hold people with special abilities, completely cutting them off from the outside world. Interestingly, The Raft hasn’t just held criminals; some of the MCU’s most celebrated heroes have been imprisoned there for doing what they believed was right, even if it meant disobeying orders.
Iron Factory has unveiled the first pictures of their IF EX-80 Bousobancho figure, a samurai-themed take on the Decepticon Motormaster. This figure transforms between a robot and a truck, both redesigned with elements of Japan’s Edo period. Importantly, it still combines with other figures! Although the other members of the Stunticons are still in early stages of development, Iron Factory has also given fans a sneak peek at their combined form, Menasor.
Luckily, there are plenty of other great fantasy anime series that offer the same rich storytelling as Frieren. Whether you enjoy grand adventures across vast lands or stories focused on compelling characters and their feelings, these shows are perfect for anyone looking for more fantasy anime to watch.
Jamie discovered the details of his death in a history book, Soul of a Rebel, which detailed Scottish participation in the American Revolutionary War, and realized he would die at Kings Mountain. Claire and Jamie briefly thought they had altered the past, but Major Patrick Ferguson shot Jamie just before the battle ended. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, stars Sam Heughan and Caitríona Balfe, along with showrunner Matthew B. Roberts, discussed how this pivotal moment played out.