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Abbott Elementarycontinues to be one of the bestsitcomsontelevision. With each new season, the show further develops the characters, discovering new opportunities forcomedyand growth. And while the main cast is fantastic,there’s a deep roster of side characters that help makeAbbott Elementarya fan-favorite. Abbott Elementaryis outstanding at finding unique ways to introduce new personalities for everyone’s favorite teachers to fight with, fall in love with, or rely on for support. In celebration of all the interesting and hilarious people who walk through the halls of Abbott, we’ve made a report card for the bestAbbott Elementaryside characters....

Robert Zemeckis’Back to the Futuretrilogy is pure 1980s nostalgia. The first film came out in 1985 during the height ofMichael J. Fox’s fame as Alex P. Keaton on the very popular TV seriesFamily Ties.It was by far the biggest box office draw of the yearand led to two sequels filmed at the same time: 1989’sBack to the Future Part IIand 1990’sBack to the Future Part III. If you’re of a certain age, you can’t watch those movies and not be transported back to your childhood....

Editor’s Note: Spoilers ahead for Daredevil: Born Again Now thatDaredevil: Born Againhas pitted the serial killer Muse (Hunter Doohan) against the Man Without Fear, the only thing that felt missing from the series' take on the villain was, well, superpowers. Yes, that’s right, Muse has superpowers in the comics, which makes him a far more formidable opponent to Daredevil (Charlie Cox) thanBorn Againmay have you believe. No doubt, the MCU’s Muse certainly gave the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen a run for his money, but his superpowers could have made the whole battle between them even more intense....

Several years ago, toy company Hasbro set out to rule the multiplex with film adaptations of some of its most valuable properties. One of those was the 1970s action figure lineMicronauts, which landed animatorDean DeBloisas its director in 2019. However, in the intervening years, the movie failed to materialize. Collider’sSteve Weintraubrecently spoke about the film’s status with DeBlois, who has just made his live-action directorial debut withHow To Train Your Dragon....

To seek the assistance of a strong potential ally, King of Katolis Ezran activates an ancient beacon along with Soren, Corvus, Zym, and Dragon Queen Zubeia in the latest clip from Season 5 of Netflix’sThe Dragon Prince. The clip came shortly after therecently released images, teasing a dangerous journey for the animated series' heroes. With King Ezran opting to summon the help of a powerful ally, fans of the show can expect nothing but a perilous story arc whenThe Dragon PrinceSeason 5, dubbedBook 5: Ocean, hits Netflix in July....

There is something that will always be special about a good new genre film to watch at Christmas to break up the many works ofdisposable holiday fluffthat can dominate the season. Nothing against those films, but they can far too easily fall into a familiar pattern that feels like just a rote assembly of scenes we’ve already seen many times before rather than something truly unique. Sure, there is always theaction classicDie Hardto fall back on, but thatconversation about whether it is truly a Christmas moviehas long been put to bed at this point....

Yellowjacketskicked off its second season with a stellar first episode, and it’s only upward from there as Episode 2 goes to surprising new heights. It’s jam-packed with wall-to-wall drama and intrigue, and further proves that Season 2 is not here to mess around. Everyone is up to something, and the story only grows deliciously darker. We get to see much more of Lottie’s “intentional community,” as she puts it, and, through a powerful sequence with Natalie (Juliette Lewis), learn answers to one of Season 1’s biggest mysteries....

Monster movies tend to transcend genres. Some can be sci-fi, horror, or fantasy, but whichever category they fall into, they seem to be popular. It turns out a lot of moviegoers like seeing what sorts of creepy creatures Hollywood will come up with next, and how the heroes of the story are going to defeat it in the long run. A lot of these films aren’t exactly high art, but there are definitely some that have some pretty profound subtexts....

From fun, magical whimsy to rich worlds that are host to incredible wonders,fantasy anime uniquely captivates audienceswith its boundless possibilities, unforgettable stories, and brilliantanimation. For true lovers of the genre, the perfectfantasyanimedoesn’t just entertain-it leaves a lasting impression through its memorable characters, intricate worlds, and masterful endings– a masterpiece from beginning to end. Titles likeAttack on Titan,which leaves viewers pondering their morals, andDead Mount Death Play, which offers a surprisingly dark twist to the reincarnation trope, are just a few names that do right by the fantasy genre....

It seems unbelievable, but this year will mark the 30th anniversary of directorDavid Fincher’s nihilistic crime thrillerSe7en. The grim portrait of aserial killer using the seven deadly sins as inspiration for a showcase of pain and terroris still as effective today as when it first premiered in theaters. TheBrad PittandMorgan Freemanstarring detective story remains an influential work in both film and television, with creators looking to recapture the shocking brilliance. In celebration ofSe7en’s milestone, we present some of the best television series that evoke the spirit of the seminal film....

After featuring inBreaking Bad, Saul Goodman (Bob Odenkirk) had his backstory explained inBetter Call Saul. Angel (David Boreanaz) had his own spin-off after appearing inBuffy the Vampire Slayer. Hell, to really target the “villain” appeal, even The Penguin (Colin Farrell) has been explored in great depth withThe Penguin. The point is, spin-off series have long been a great way to expand on characters and stories that audiences are enthralled by, and delving into the depths of antagonists can be a rich and rewarding approach....

From first-time feature directorAlex Pettyfer(who also plays the lead role in the film), the dark indie dramaBack Roads, tells the story of Harley Altmyer (Pettyfer), a young man in a rural Pennsylvania town who’s been taking care of his three younger sisters since their mother went to prison for murdering their abusive father. Uneducated and working two dead-end jobs just to attempt to hold his family together, Harley connects to an older, married woman (Jennifer Morrison) and shocking family secrets threaten to destroy them all....

Tim Burtonis one of the most well-known directors of this time, with hisunique exaggerated gothic styleandfilms focusing on societal outcasts. While the director is known for many incredible movies, he hasn’t delivered a standout film in a long time, which has fans hoping his upcoming sequelBeetlejuice Beetlejuicesees a return to form for the director. Despite this, Burton is still a legendary filmmaker who has given fans some of the most imaginative movies to date, such asEdward ScissorhandsandCharlie and the Chocolate Factory....