The TV show Supernatural ended in November 2020 after fifteen seasons. In the finale, Sam continued living a life honoring both himself and his brother, Dean. As the show concluded with the song “Carry On,” it marked the end of an era of television heavily focused on complex stories and mythology – a style that had been popular for the first two decades of the 2000s.
In the fifth season of Stranger Things, Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower) is still set on transforming Hawkins, Indiana. But this time, he’s no longer focusing on teenagers. Instead, he’s going after much younger children, a tactic similar to how he originally kidnapped Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) – then just 11 years old – back in 1983.
Following the themes of family and wealth explored in Knives Out and Glass Onion, the newest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man, delves into the complex topic of faith. The story centers around Reverend Jud Duplenticy, a young priest who arrives at a church where the congregation is more devoted to their charismatic leader, Monsignor Jefferson Wicks (Josh Brolin), than to God himself. When Wicks is murdered, suspicion immediately falls on Jud and his close relationship with the Monsignor. The film unfolds as a seemingly unsolvable crime, ultimately prompting questions about belief and the power of stories.
Tim Burton’s movies and TV shows are famous for their surreal style, using dark imagery and themes to create one-of-a-kind stories. He often portrays life as bleak and honest, but with a playful embrace of the strange and unusual. Films like Corpse Bride and Edward Scissorhands are great examples of these signature Burton elements.
Tim Allen recently finished working on the film and shared that saying goodbye to the character was emotional. He expressed his love for the film’s story and said he feels grateful to have played Buzz Lightyear for so long. He discussed his experience on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
According to Flix Patrol, Top Gun: Maverick is now the fourth most popular movie on Paramount+ in the United States. While it’s still behind other films like another Tom Cruise movie and Step Brothers, it’s gaining traction on the streaming platform.
In the movies, Pennywise transforms into many frightening creatures – an old witch-like ghost, a spooky painting, and even a massive Paul Bunyan statue. But unlike some of its disguises, like when it appears as an entire family inside a car at the beginning of It: Welcome to Derry, Pennywise doesn’t typically become a group of people.
Many popular open-world games, such as Skyrim and Marvel’s Spider-Man, are well-known successes, but there are also fantastic games that haven’t received as much recognition. These lesser-known titles offer compelling stories and immersive worlds that players can truly get lost in.
So far this season of Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, CBS has revisited the Cooper family, who still live in Texas, a few times. The show is also making viewers really like the McAllisters. Meanwhile, Georgie and Mandy are both busy with their careers: Georgie is working hard with Ruben to keep their business afloat, and Mandy is trying to get her job back as a weather reporter now that she’s back in Medford.
The fifth and final season of Stranger Things starts with things looking grim in Hawkins, Indiana. Following the dramatic events of season four, the town is under quarantine, though not completely isolated. The 1980s vibe remains strong, with familiar fashion, snacks, and movie nods, but this season features more references to older pop culture. Set in the fall of 1987, the new episodes pick up over a year after the last season’s finale. While not a massive time jump, the show is packed with references to 1987, alongside classic favorites. This guide, with plenty of spoilers, breaks down the pop culture moments from each episode to help you figure out which are just fun Easter eggs and which might become this season’s breakout hit like “Running Up That Hill.”