Most cartoons are designed to be enjoyed by the whole family, but not all of them become enduring classics. The 1980s were a particularly great time for animation, launching several popular franchises with their first TV shows. Many of these cartoons are now considered timeless classics and rank among the best animated series ever made.
Lena Dunham’s memoir, Famesick, quickly became a bestseller and is still near the top of the New York Times list almost a month after it was released. It’s no surprise that millennials are the biggest buyers, as they came of age watching Dunham and her show, Girls. The book’s detailed and candid stories about the making of Girls – including difficult relationships with Adam Driver and Jenni Konner – have sparked a renewed interest in the series, leading many to rewatch it.
Khal Drogo’s drawn-out death is a prime example of Mirri Maz Duur acting with ‘malicious compliance,’ and it marked a significant shift in the show’s direction. While Jason Momoa’s performance made Drogo a memorable figure, the character had the potential to be even more impactful. Had he survived – considering he led what was presented as the most powerful army – Game of Thrones could have been a very different show, and potentially concluded after just three seasons.
The most powerful Ace Pokémon in the anime are usually partnered with Champions, though some Legendary and Mythical Pokémon also bond with skilled trainers. These Pokémon are all incredibly strong, capable of defeating entire teams single-handedly, and are only challenged by other Pokémon of similar power.
The world of Power first launched on Starz in June 2014 with the original six seasons. Since then, the story has expanded through spin-offs and prequels, exploring the criminal organization built by James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick) and Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora).
As a huge TV fan, I always appreciated how HBO was different. Regular networks had to censor things, but HBO never did! That’s why The Sopranos could be so shocking – I remember being stunned when Tony just… strangled a guy right there on screen. It was brutal and real. Compare that to something like Law & Order, where they’d always cover up the bodies with those white sheets and tell you what happened instead of showing it. HBO wasn’t afraid to go there, and it made a huge difference.
The series Landman has been picked up for a third season. The Road is a new reality singing competition overseen by Taylor Sheridan. Marshals debuted in 2026 and has already been renewed for another season. Dutton Ranch is set to premiere in mid-May 2026, and Frisco King is currently being developed.
Many older, less-remembered fantasy films actually feel more rewarding to watch now than today’s big-budget blockbusters. You won’t rediscover classics like The Princess Bride or The NeverEnding Story here – thankfully, those films are still well-known and loved. But if you’re searching for similar fantasy adventures with a strong sense of wonder, atmosphere, and genuine special effects, you might just find what you’re looking for – as you wish.
I remember Jordan Peele first making me laugh with Key & Peele, but honestly, he’s become a horror master! Over the last ten years, he’s created some seriously scary and clever movies that everyone’s been talking about – and deservedly so. He’s really become a household name, and I can’t wait to see what he does next.
Filming has begun on Popeye the Slayer Man 2 in upstate New York. Daniel Baldwin and Avaryana Rose have joined the cast. The original Popeye the Slayer Man was one of three live-action horror movies based on Popeye released in the US in 2025, alongside Popeye’s Revenge and Shiver Me Timbers.