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Soon after his debut inStar Trek: The Next Generation’spremiere, Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner) became one of the show’s most beloved and enduring characters. A highly advanced android created by cyberneticistDr. Noonien Soong (Brent Spiner), Data was an invaluable addition to the USS Enterprise-D crew. Under the command of Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart), Data saved the Enterprise and its crew numerous times throughoutTNG’sseven seasons. Despite all of theandroid abilities that made Data superiorto humans, he wanted nothing more than to be able to experience human emotions....

Deep Blue Sea(1999) is a thrilling25-year-old shark horror moviedirected by Renny Harlin. With a 60% score onRotten Tomatoes,Deep Blue Seais a divisive film that has nonetheless developed a cult following since its release. The B-movie boasts a fantastic cast who play scientists researching a remote island. Their experiments on sharks, designed to cure Alzheimer’s disease, take a terrifying turn when the genetically engineered creatures become intelligent and deadly. The movie’s talented lineup and impressive special effects elevate it above the typical B-movie standard while retaining theso-bad-it’s-good shark movieappeal....

Disneyhas redeemed their dismal 2023 by hitting a major box office milestone in 2024. Across their brands, Disney had a string of unsuccessful releases last year. One of the most notorious was theMarvel Cinematic Universe movieThe Marvels, which grossed $206.1 million against a budget of more than $300 million and became the lowest-grossing movie in the 34-film franchise.Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destinywas similarly unsuccessful, reportedly losing Disney $143 million, whileHaunted Mansionalso severely underperformed, grossing $117....

Disney’s giant blockbuster franchises achieved a near-impossible feat at the worldwide box office in 2016 — and that feat may never be repeated by another studio (or even by Disney itself). The Mouse House has made an impressive recovery at the box office this year with a trio of massive hits culminating inMoana 2.The Disney brand hit an all-time low in 2022 and 2023with bombs likeThe Marvels,Strange World, and theHaunted Mansionreboot, and commercial disappointments likeElemental,The Little Mermaid,Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, andIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny....

Dragon Ballis one of the most popular anime in history, with millions of fans worldwide. Some die-hard fans may be aware of its origins, but others may findDragon Ball’sroots surprising. Before Goku achieved intergalactic combat experience and powerful transformations, his adventures were more Earth-centric andinspired directly by myths. In fact,Dragon Ballcame to be thanks tothe famous 16th-century Chinese folklore,Journey to the West. Understanding the connections between the two offers a deeper understanding of the storyline as it evolves throughout the franchise....

Warning! Spoilers ahead for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 2 finale. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Powerstar Robert Aramayo teases Elrond’s journey to come in a potential season 3. After returning for its sophomore outing in August, Prime Video’sLord of the Ringsshow – created by Patrick McKay and J.D. Payne – just released its action-packed finale, with Elrond once again playing a key role....

Dragon SlayersinFairy Tailwield amazing and destructive power. Whether being trained or gifted with the ability to harness the elemental strength of dragons, these wizards stand apart from everyone else through their rare form of magic. The Dragon Slayers’ strength makes them some of the most formidable fighters in the world of Earth-land, capable of taking down foes that others could never dream of defeating. Among the Dragon Slayers, there is a clear hierarchy in terms of raw power, strength, and experience....

Warning! SPOILERS about Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage episode 5 ahead. One influential absence inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1, episode 5, “Thanksgiving” was always going to be George Sr.’s, affecting Georgie and all the Coopers, but the episode sneakily revealed how his death also greatly impacted others. One ofGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s major topics has been the aftermath of George Sr.’s death, showing how it impacted Georgie in particular, but also Missy and Mary....

Rogue One: A Star Wars Storybrought Grand Moff Tarkin back to theStar Warsscreen despite Tarkin actor Peter Cushing’s death in 1994—and it’s now become a legal matter. Tarkin was introduced as Darth Vader’s right-hand man inA New Hopeand is likely best known for his role in destroying Alderaan with the Death Star. Tarkin has appeared inStar Warsmovies and TV showssince the original trilogy, including a cameo inStar Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sithand multiple appearances inStar Wars: The Clone Wars....

TheAnimal Crossingfranchise has always held an important place in my heart, withWild Worldon the Nintendo DS being my introduction to it. The idea of life sims has always appealed to me, largely because it’s fun to escape from my own life, andAnimal Crossing, up untilStardew Valleydropped, was the poster child for the genre. It absolutely embodies that cozy feeling players have been chasing, that warm welcome that no other game really gives, that peaceful complacency that makes everything feel like if only for a moment, it’ll be okay....

I was initially worried, but the Captain America vs. Red Hulk fight inCaptain America: Brave New Worldjust got a lot more exciting following comments made by theMCUmovie’s director. I knew I wasn’t alone in worrying about how Sam Wilson would fare against one of the most powerful creatures on planet Earth in a straight one-on-one fight afterCaptain America: Brave New World’s two trailersrevealed that the showdown would occur. While it runs therisk of Sam Wilson getting obliterated, it is obviously unlikely that the movie would end with his death....

Those counting down the days toCobra Kai’s epic series finale might want to check outSchool Spirits, Peyton List’s other hit show that just released season 2. Widely known for her role as Tory Nichols, the actress' part in one of Paramount+’s most-awaited titles is a signal of a promising career that is only getting started. ThoughCobra Kaiseason 6 part 3’s early imagesprepare viewers to say goodbye to the beloved band of karate misfits,School Spiritsinvites old and new fans to hop in on an expanding, mysterious, and fun ride through teen purgatory....

TheseTV showswere canceled before even a single episode aired, and it still hurts. While it’s not unusual for someTV shows to be canceled after one season,I’m baffled that these titles aren’t available to watch, with the exception of a few whose pilots leaked online. Not all of these are fortunate enough, however. Many of these TV shows are lost to time now, and all that is left of them is an old network announcement or a few marketing images....