5 Years Before Reacher Megastardom, Alan Ritchson's First Action Leading Role Was Grindhouse For Mad Max Fans

Five years before Alan Ritchson became a star following the massive success ofReacher, he secured his very first lead action role in a wild grindhouse series in the vein ofMad Max. Starting out in modeling, Alan Ritchson initially gained some recognition asa contestant onAmerican Idolin 2004, and then went on to play Aquaman for four episodes on the hit seriesSmallville, with his first appearance in 2005. His role asThad Castle inBlue Mountain Stateshowed the hilarious acting chops Ritchson possessed, but he has been mainly relegated to action projects....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 840 words · Andrew Roman

6 Disney Villains Who I Still Can't Believe Escaped Any Kind Of Punishment

Most Disney villains are afflicted by some kind of comeuppance at the end of the story,yet a rare few mysteriously escape all punishment. I grew up watching a lot of Disney movies, and the standard formula is that the universe will conspire to strike down a villain if the heroes are too pure to kill them. In softer circumstances, they will go to prison for their crimes. Thebest Disney villainsare remembered for their dramatic, unapologetic villainy, which would make it almost satisfying to see them go free....

August 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2214 words · Steven Chan

90 Day Fiancé: Rumors Of Adnan Abdelfattah Getting Fired After Tell All Behavior Surface Online

IsAdnan Abdelfattah being forced to leave the franchiseafter what he did on90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 DaysTell All?Adnan is a 23-year-old modelfrom Jordan who has known Tigerlily Taylor since June 2023 and married her in September 2023. Adnan and Tigerlily had nothing in common. He was a virgin whileTigerlily was a 41-year-old womanwith two divorces and two kids. However,age never mattered to Tigerlily and Adnan, who have been heavily defending their relationship when questioned by their fans and co-stars....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 659 words · Mrs. Dana Arroyo PhD

A Controversial Star Trek Movie Romance Was Secretly Set Up By Uhura's Very First Lines

The romantic element between Spock and Uhura in 2009’sStar Trekmovie was certainly controversial, but not something J.J. Abrams' reboot pulled entirely from thin air. While the first entry inStar Trek’s Kelvin timelineenjoyed critical and commercial success, placing Zachary Quinto’s Spock in a relationship with Zoe Saldaña’s Nyota Uhara proved the one major sticking point. The duo never shared more than a friendship throughoutStar Trek: The Original Seriesand the ensuing movies, so the “Spuhura” subplot felt like an egregious breach of canon....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1046 words · Xavier Ayers

A Five-Year-Old Dragon Ball Game Surprises Fans By Announcing A Daima DLC

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarotmay be over four years old butthat’s not stopping developer CyberConnect2 from further expanding upon the RPG with a DLC based on the latest animeDAIMA. While it proved divisive amongst fans and critics,Kakarot’s faithful adaptation of theDBZstoryline and robust character-building system has earned it a dedicated audience who enjoy its unique take on the franchise. With all the attention currently onSparking! Zero, it’s no wonder everyone is surprised thatKakarot’s getting more content....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 479 words · Kenneth Martinez

After 20 Years, the Manga That Inspired Ouran High School Host Club Is Getting an Anime

Shoujo andOuran High School Host Clubfans are about to get a long-overdue anime adaptation of one of the genre’s most iconic series.Hanazakari no Kimitachi e, better known asHana-Kimi, is finally receiving an anime after more than 20 years. The manga, which ran from 1996 to 2004, was a massive hit, inspiring multiple live-action adaptations across Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea. Despite its influence,Hana-Kiminever received an anime, until now. With this adaptation, a new generation of fans can finally experience the story that helped shape modern shojo and even laid the groundwork for beloved series likeOuran High School Host Club....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 498 words · Randall Bradford

After 47 Years, Star Wars Has Finally Figured Out How To Avoid The "Tatooine Trap"

After 47 years,Star Wars: Skeleton Crewhas finally given the franchise a chance to figure out how to avoid the so-called “Tatooine Trap.” The galaxy far, far away is vast and diverse – there are hundreds, if not thousands, of species and planets to explore and discover.That’s part ofStar Wars’charm; each new location offers a new environment, a new history, and new lore, building up theStar Warsmythos and creating endless new possibilities for storytelling....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 970 words · Craig Peters

After Rob Liefeld's Exit, Deadpool Is Gearing Up For a Big Milestone and a New Villain

Deadpoolis on the verge of a big change, not just because of his upcoming 350th comic issue, but also due to the introduction of a fresh new villain. WhileDeadpool #15will celebrate this huge milestone,the new addition to Deadpool’s rogues gallery comes with some loaded feelings. This shift comes shortly after the departure of the character’s creator, signaling a new chapter for the Merc with a Mouth. Written and illustrated by Cody Ziglar, Gerry Duggan, and Sanshiro Kasama,Deadpool #15introduces Kurami, a deadly assassin who will join Deadpool’s extensive list of foes....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 611 words · Jacqueline Gardner

Box Office (Sunday Update): A Minecraft Movie Demolishes 4 New Releases With Impressive Second Week Hold

UPDATE: 2025-07-19 08:10 EST BY BRENNAN KLEIN A Minecraft Movie Settles At $80 Million Instead Of Going Higher, But Still Easily Tops The Chart This article was originally written Saturday AM and has been updated Sunday AM with up-to-date box office projections (in bold), a full chart, and further analysis. A Minecraft Movieis outstripping all four of the weekend’s major new release movies thanks to a slim drop in its sophomore weekend....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 975 words · Julia Terrell

Chicago Fire Season 13 Just Fixed Chief Boden's Replacement In One Scene

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Chicago Fire season 13, episode 6, “Birds of Prey.“Chief Wallace Boden’s replacement, Dom Pascal, has been a divisive character, butChicago Fireseason 13, episode 6, “Birds of Prey” has fixed him in just one scene. To say thatlosing Eammon Walker was big for One Chicagowould be an understatement. The actor was the first actor to be cast in Dick Wolf’s Windy City-based franchise, and he played the fearless Firehouse 51 leader for more than a decade....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 919 words · Gordon Barrett

DC Already Confirmed The 1 Weapon That Can Beat Bane (And It's So Obvious, It's Shocking)

There have been tons of dangerous villains thatBatmanhas fought over the decades, and he has contingency plans for all of them. But it took readers quite a while to see the contingency plan that Batman has for one of his most dangerous villains, Bane. Using his iconic Batarangs,Batman finally has a solution to take Bane down with ease. Batman reveals his surprisingly effective anti-Bane weapon in the pages ofBatman and Robin#11 by Joshua Williamson and Juan Ferreyra....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 530 words · Mrs. Stephanie Cardenas PhD

Deadlock: Best Pocket Build (Abilities & Leveling Guide)

Pocket is a standout hero in Valve’sDeadlock, with access to an array of items and abilities versatile enough for a strategic build. Well-equipped to get in close and deal damage, stall, or flee the scene, there are multiple tricks up Pocket’s sleeve no matter the circumstances. Striking a balance between his best skills and your preferred playstyle is the clearest path to a reliable build. Despite Pocket’s obvious strengths,his lack of spirit resistance presents a glaring weakness to overcome....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 672 words · Tina Hunt

Demon Slayer's Infinity Castle Movies Are Coming, And Anime Execs Believe They Will Change the Box Office For Good

Demon Slayer’sseason four Hashira Training arc was an absolute hit, setting the story up for the Infinity Castle arc, which will be the series' most riveting yet. It has been announced that in lieu of another season,this arc will receive three theatrically released films insteadthat will bringDemon Slayer’sstory to an emotional close. A short teaser trailer was revealed a few months ago, sparking excitement for the films, although no specific release date was confirmed....

August 17, 2025 · 5 min · 883 words · Melissa Small