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I have a confession to make: Prince Lotor is my favorite new addition to Netflix and DreamWorks TV’sVoltron Legendary Defender. That’s kind of a problem since the heir to the Galra Empire throne–now that Papa Zarkon is out of commission–is the Season 3 antagonist. But he’s just so darn charismatic and his team is just plain cool; it’s hard not to like the guy. Then again, the Paladins and their mighty Lions are fighting for the freedom of numerous planets and civilizations, so, fine, I guess I have to side with the good guys on this one....

The first Marvel Studios’ Disney+ series,WandaVisionblends classic television with the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a way that’s both wacky and wild, as one would expect from the suburban lives of two super-powered being. Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) have an idyllic marriage in a town where they spend their time meeting their new neighbors and getting to know their community, until they begin to suspect that everything is not exactly as it seems....

Star Wars: The Last Jediwill end today with approximately $220 million in the till, coming about $28 million short ofStar Wars: The Force Awakens, which holds the record for highest grossing opening weekend and highest grossing movie of all time, domestically speaking. Considering the fact thatThe Force Awakenshad years of build up anticipation after the disappointing prequels, this is a immensely impressive total forThe Last Jedi, which now has the second-highest domestic gross for its opening day and weekend in history....

On June 15th, the all-new DreamWorks Theatre officially opens at Universal Studios Hollywood with “Kung Fu Panda: The Emperor’s Quest.” Inspired by the global blockbuster franchise that features the charming and funny panda Po, the attraction will take guests on a thrilling journey that fuses captivating storytelling with state-of-the art visual effects for an immersive experience. Created and produced by DreamWorks Animation and Universal Creative, the story of the new attraction follows Po on a wild and perilous mission to deliver the rare and precious Liquid of Limitless Power to the Palace, while facing raging rapids, river pirates, magic and Kung Fu....

Just over two weeks before theGame of Thronesspin-off returns to the Sunday night slot, HBO has offered a new look at the Targaryens, Velaryons, Strongs, and Hightowers. The officialHouse of the DragonX account (@HouseofDragon) released new posters forHouse of the DragonSeason 2, which featureHarry Collett’s Jace Velaryon,Sonoya Mizuno’s Mysaria aka The White Worm,Bethany Antonia’s Baela Targaryen, andPhoebe Campbell’s Rhaena Targaryen of Team Black. The Targaryen and Velaryon houses have been left in ruins following theSeason 1 finale, and each member of Team Black featured in this new batch of posters looks ready to exact vengeance....

It’s official;Wonder WomandirectorPatty Jenkinshas closed the deal to return for the sequel, and it’s about damn time. The news comes after a lengthy negotiation process, with the final deal setting a historic precedent as Jenkins becomes the highest paid female director of all time. And you better believe Jenkins made the right move fighting for her worth –Wonder Woman is the most critically acclaimed film from the DC Extended Universe, a wildfire box office success that’s currently holding strong as the second highest-grossing film of the year (behindBeauty and the Beast), and generally shook up Warner Bros....

Friends, we’d like to have a word with you, especially if you happen to be a fan of the following franchise or just really enjoy talking toyourselfAlexa. Zynga Inc., a global leader in interactive entertainment, today announced the launch ofWords With Friends Word Pop, a new voice game based onWords With Friends, exclusively for Alexa. Details from their press release follow below: Word Popis an entirely new take on classicWords With Friendsstyle play....

Disney’sThe Little Mermaidlive-action is one feature to watch out for. TheRob Marshallmovie aims to retell the classic fairytale with a contemporary twist for a young audience. The feature is just over a month away from splashing onto the big screen and looks more mystical and charming than we could’ve hoped for. As the release date nears we are getting new peaks into the feature that continues to build on the classic tale and promises a new story....

In the age of streaming, it’s harder than ever for some shows to get a long runway, even if it makes certain more expensive projects possible. One such show that failed to stick for more seasonsand arguably deserved betterwasThe Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, the prequel series toJim Henson’s 1982 cult classicThe Dark Crystal. Released on Netflix in 2019, the series followed three young Gelflings, Rian, Brea, and Deet, who become the leaders of a rebellion against the tyrannical Skeksis after discovering the threat their plans pose to the planet Thra....

Hulu just dropped the trailer forFaraway Downs, the six-part reimagining ofBaz Luhrmann’s 2008 filmAustralia, which starredNicole KidmanandHugh Jackman. The series includes extra footage shot by Luhrmann forAustralia, but will contain a new ending and soundtrack to that of the original. Farway Downswill keep the same basic story as the original film, as it tells the tale of Lady Sarah Ashley (Kidman), a noblewoman from England who inherits a large cattle ranch in Australia....

Despite the passing ofCarl Weatherslast year, hisToy Storycharacter Combat Carl will return forToy Story 5. Deadline reports thatGhostbustersstarErnie Hudsonwill step in for Weathers in the upcoming Pixar sequel.Toy Story 5is set to hit theaters on July 28, 2025. The military action figure Combat Carl was a loving takeoff on Weathers' many action roles, fromPredatortoAction JacksontoForce 10 From Navarone. However, Hudson is no stranger to action himself; his most iconic role is the blue-collar Ghostbuster Winston Zeddemore, which he played in both originalGhostbustersmovies and their two latter-day sequels....

Science fictionhas always beenone of the most versatile and interesting genres in movies. The possibilities are quite literally endless, limited only by a filmmaker’s imagination and creativity regarding the future and technology. However, the world is at the point where some science fiction movies (especially older ones) are less fantastical and instead mirror current-day and modern technology. While being one of the most compelling genres,sci-fican also be one of the most daunting to get into....

From scripted teen dramas likeFriday Night Lightsto documentaries likeThe Last Dance, sports are a common theme in entertainment for the competitive personalities and inherent drama that they can draw out. Regardless of whether they focus on high school, collegiate or professional sports, the best sports shows find a way to make what can sometimes be a topic only sports fans enjoy intoa story about people who have to learn to navigate expectations and pressure, something that any audience member can relate to....