37 Years On, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Leaves Out Seven Major Characters For No Reason

Although Bowser was the primary villain in the first movie, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie featured an even more unhinged antagonist: Bowser Jr. This young Koopa prince commands a larger Bowser’s Army, setting out to rescue Bowser, who Mario had reduced in size and captured at the end of the previous film. Bowser Jr.’s forces are incredibly frightening to the Mushroom Kingdom, but a different group of characters could have raised the stakes even higher.

Apple TV+’s Best Sci-Fi Series ‘Pluribus Knocked Off Streaming Charts on Apple TV+ Before Season 2

Apple TV+’s new series Pluribus, created by Vince Gilligan and Rhea Seehorn, initially drew a large audience, becoming the platform’s biggest debut since Severance in 2022. However, unlike Severance, which remains popular – currently ranking as the 10th most-watched show globally and 8th in the US – Pluribus quickly lost viewers after its final episode. It’s now no longer featured on either the global or US Top 10 lists. Silo experienced a similar decline earlier this year and is also missing from the charts. This has actually happened to Pluribus twice; it was briefly removed from the US Top 10 in March, though it later returned to briefly reach the 10th spot.

7 Ambitious Movies That Failed Anyway

What’s really interesting is that these flops aren’t just forgettable films. They’re the movies that really tried – the ones that aimed to revolutionize genres, create entirely new worlds, push the boundaries of filmmaking, or tackle adaptations everyone thought were impossible. But when you’re overly ambitious without keeping things grounded, it often leads to extravagance. Here are seven prime examples.

Top 7 Chase Cards from the Pokemon TCG’s Scarlet & Violet Era, Ranked by Resale Value

It’s fascinating to track the value of popular Pokémon cards, whether you’re actively collecting the latest sets like Scarlet & Violet or just interested in resale trends. Here’s a look at the most expensive chase cards from Scarlet & Violet sets – including Prismatic Evolutions and Paldea Evolved – as of 2026, with price data sourced from TCG Player and PriceCharting.

31 Years Ago, Gundam Ended Its Best Series (& It Still Needs a Revival)

Some Gundam anime series are more popular and well-remembered than others, and certain installments haven’t received the attention they deserve. Mobile Fighter G Gundam, which finished airing in Japan on March 31, 1995, hasn’t had any new sequels, revivals, or related projects in 31 years, despite strong fan demand. A proper return for the series now would be a welcome surprise.

Netflix is About to Lose 2 Seasons of an Iconic Nickelodeon Show

The Fairly OddParents is a funny animated show about a boy named Timmy Turner who’s frustrated with everyday problems like school and his babysitter. He gets a magical solution when he wishes for fairy godparents, Cosmo and Wanda. They try to help, but their own silly ideas often lead to wild adventures and wishes that don’t always go as planned.

Hulu’s The X-Files Reboot Will Rewrite Sci-Fi Forever

Ryan Coogler, the Academy Award-winning creator of Sinners, is set to completely reimagine The X-Files for Hulu. A pilot episode was officially greenlit in February. Though specific plot details are still secret, enough has been revealed about Coogler’s plans and his passion for the series to generate excitement among fans.

Stranger Things Fans Are Not Happy About the Removal of Fan-Favorite Characters in New Series

Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 takes place between seasons two and three of Stranger Things. The story follows Eleven and her friends – including some characters we haven’t seen before – as they investigate a strange, supernatural mystery in Hawkins. According to showrunner Eric Robles, this series is a rare chance to revisit these beloved characters and spend more time with them. However, the show notably excludes most of the Byers family, with Will being the only exception.