What Are Creepers? Mickey 17's Aliens Explained

Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Mickey 17. The Creepers are at the heart of the story inMickey 17. Bong Joon Ho’s first movie since the Academy Award-winningParasitefully leans into its science-fiction elements, including the aliens known as Creepers on the icy planet Niflheim. Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) ends up on Niflheim and encounters the Creepers after joining theExpendables programto escape his problems on Earth. Being an Expendable means that he is required to perform lethal tasks and is regenerated each time he dies....

July 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1074 words · Caitlin Holland

Why Maui Isn't In Moana 2 As Much As The First Movie

Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Moana 2. One ofMoana 2’s most significant differences from its predecessor is that it features less of the shapeshifting and fan-favorite demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson). Despite the bond they formed and the adventure they went on together in the previous movie, Moana (Auliʻi Cravalho) and Maui are not together when the sequel begins. Moana has returned home to tell her people about her latest discovery and to embark on a new voyage while Mau is on his own mission in the lair of a newMoana 2character, Matangi (Awhimai Fraser)....

July 27, 2025 · 5 min · 908 words · Dana Haynes

Yes, DC Casting An Older Hal Jordan Does Make Sense For The New Green Lantern Project

Although unexpected, the decision to cast an olderDCUHal Jordan is an inspired choice not only forLanternsbut also for James Gunn’s DC Universe as a whole.James Gunn’s upcomingSupermanmovieis introducing the DCU’s first on-screen Green Lantern, Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner. Shortly afterSuperman, the DCU’s"Gods and Monsters"chapter will follow two other Green Lanterns in their own show,the upcomingLanternsthriller series. In it, Hal Jordan and John Stewart will team up to investigate a mystery on Earth....

July 27, 2025 · 5 min · 922 words · Deborah Wells

Yu-Gi-Oh!'s Egyptian God Cards Have Never Looked More Epic Than They Do In New Art

Cards are the name of the game inYu-Gi-Oh!, and few are more important thanthe all-powerful three-card Egyptian God set. Indeed, with the immense powers and abilities that the cards bestow upon a holder, they are the rarest of treasures in a story where even the slightest card advantage can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Now, thanks to a gorgeous new piece of fan art, the Egyptian God cards have never looked more divine....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 636 words · Ricardo Clark

1 Character Is Way More Important For The Accountant 2 After The Original Movie's Twist Ending

The Accountant 2, a sequel to Gavin O’Connor’s 2016 action thriller starring Ben Affleck, is set to continue the story of Christian Wolff. For the movie to do its forerunner justice, one character vital to the plot ofThe Accountant- Justine -needs to be included. That’s in spite of the fact that Justine was barely in the first film. While a couple and their young son attend the Harbor Neuroscience center that Affleck’s Christian Wolff visited as a child, the son wanders into a resident’s room....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 626 words · Stacey Kramer

10 Buffy The Vampire Slayer Episodes That Haven't Aged Well

Warning: This article discusses topics of domestic violence, sexual assault, and victim blaming. Buffy the Vampire Slayeris a show that is considered to have aged well overall, but there are some episodes that unfortunately haven’t.Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s iconic episodesare remembered for their thrilling storylines and plenty of enjoyable, yet cheesy, ‘90s dialogue. But not every installment is the same. It’s worth noting one ofthe harsh realities ofBuffy the Vampire Slayer: it’s a product of its time....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1747 words · Karen Spears

10 Funniest Peanuts Comics That Just Turned 30 (In October 2024)

Peanutsnever fails to put its iconic characters like Charlie Brown, Linus, and Snoopy in hilarious situations, resulting in memorable jokes and running gags that are just as funny today as they were when they were published. While there is certainly no shortage of examples, probably the most iconic running gag inPeanutshistory isCharlie Brown trying to kick the football. Whether it be in comic strips, holiday specials, and animated films,Charlie Brown has been trying to kick that football for decades, but Lucy is determined to keep that from happening, as she always moves the football at the last second....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1725 words · Joshua Ramos

10 Most Underrated Justice League Heroes in DC History

First formed in 1960,theJustice Leaguehas been DC Comics' flagship superhero team for decades, uniting the company’s greatest heroes, like Batman and Superman, under one banner. While many readers love seeing the original founding seven as the mainstay members, the team has included a variety of heroes - and villains - from across the DCU. Although some didn’t make for great members and others are seen as perfect for the team, some heroes just never found the following that they deserve....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1826 words · Sarah Benitez

10 Shocking Deaths From Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2

Summary Warning: The following contains major spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2!! Gege Akutami’sJujutsu Kaisenhas become one of the forefronts of the Shōnen genre thanks to its distinct ability to stand out among other anime. While Gojo Satoru is one of the primary reasons forJujutsu Kaisen’s popularity, Season 2 of the anime has recontextualized the reason. Starting with an old story to serve as the prelude to Geto Suguru turning to the dark side, the season initially appears to follow a typical narrative until it doesn’t....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1910 words · Victoria Mann

10 Ways Gladiator 2 Openly Repeats Gladiator 1

Includes MAJOR SPOILERS for Gladiator 2! Gladiator 2is the long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott’s Best Picture-winning Ancient Rome epic, andthe movie takes many of its elements from the original film. It’s typical for modern sequels, be itAlien: RomulusorBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, to pay homage to the original films in their respective franchises, even when the original director is involved in making them. Ridley Scott returned to the world ofGladiatorover two decades after the original, and despiteGladiator 2’snew cast, the movie doesn’t shy away from emulating the first film....

July 26, 2025 · 10 min · 1984 words · Elizabeth Freeman

10 Weird War Movie Sequels You Forgot About

Making a sequel for awar movieis a difficult thing to do, as has been proven by the countless amounts of strange ideas for follow-ups to classic militaristic films over the years. Thebest war moviesgive in-depth glimpses on the true horrors of war while also featuring exciting action. Historical accuracy doesn’t hurt either, though it isn’t strictly required to generate a powerful story depicting the terrors of combat. However, it can be difficult to capitalize on the success of a war movie for various reasons....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1857 words · Jillian Martin

2024 Crowned Rogue X-Men's Strongest Hero, Vastly Expanding Her Official Powers

Even in a huge year for the entireX-Menfranchise, 2024 has drastically evolvedRogue’s role and powers. Not only did the iconic Southern Belle reveal she’s been hiding her full strength, butshe also gained an extra superpowerthat she’s been using to keep her team of rebel mutants alive. We’re going to look at how Rogue’s true strength was exposed and how she gained her new mutant ability. 2024 saw the transition from X-Men’s 2019-2024 Krakoan Era to itsnew ‘From the Ashes’ relaunch, with a host of new series setting up the status quo that will apply to Marvel’s mutant going forward....

July 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1151 words · Brandy Blanchard

2025 Action Thriller Cracks Netflix's All-Time Top 10 International Movies Chart In Less Than One Month

For many,Netflixremains the go-to streaming service. Boasting a massive library of originals and licensed content alike, the streamer seemingly has something for everyone, including those looking for action movies. Netflix has invested heavily in the genre, putting out a variety of films over the past five years, often with big stars.Extractionstarring Chris Hemsworth, for example, was a massive hit in 2020, andExtraction 2was even bigger in 2023, earning more positive reviews than its predecessor....

July 26, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Matthew Franklin