Predicting who will win Best Actor at the 2026 Oscars is already causing a lot of discussion. As people revisit performances from the year, some less-publicized roles are gaining attention, and everyone seems to have a favorite they think deserves an award.
According to FlixPatrol, the Kurt Russell film The Christmas Chronicles is now the second most popular movie on Netflix. The holiday season has also boosted interest in its sequel, The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two, which is currently number seven. Both films are leading the way with young viewers, holding the top two spots in the Top 10 Kids movies category.
In an interview with Variety to promote his work voicing Davy Jones in The Spongebob Movie, Mark Hamill was asked about the unsettling AI-generated videos circulating online – specifically, a video showing Luke Skywalker talking with Obi-Wan Kenobi’s ghost. Here’s what he said in response:
Recently, the stage production of Gachiakuta released a statement addressing concerns about racism. The production team explained that some characters – including Corvus, Semiu, and Jabber – were portrayed by actors of different races. In a statement released on December 26th, they clarified that the production has no intention of discrimination and aims to respect the original manga’s story. They confirmed they checked with the original author to see if the characters’ nationalities or racial backgrounds were specifically defined in the source material.
In early 2025, GSC prioritized fixing bugs and improving the overall quality of STALKER 2. While the game is already quite large and runs well, the team wanted to make it even better. They focused on things like how enemies and characters act, how loot is distributed, and other details to enhance the core gameplay experience.
When Nintendo first released the Nintendo Entertainment System, they offered several packages. One of the most appealing included R.O.B., or Robotic Operating Buddy – a real robot meant to help players in games. While R.O.B. seemed like a smart idea and was certainly eye-catching, it didn’t actually work very well. It only functioned with two games, and even then, it was often unreliable. Though gamers were ultimately disappointed with R.O.B., it was a huge success for Nintendo’s marketing, effectively encouraging people to buy the NES.
Over time, opinions on the film have become increasingly divided, much like opinions on everything related to Star Wars. Its flaws have become more noticeable with repeated viewings – it’s often criticized for being too similar to the original film. This, combined with the strong disagreements surrounding the sequel trilogy, the controversy over The Last Jedi, and the disappointing conclusion of The Rise of Skywalker, ultimately casts a negative light on the entire work.
2026 is no exception, so here are just 10 horror games players should look forward to next year.
After a six-year wait, expectations for the new season of One-Punch Man were fairly low – fans just wanted a good adaptation. The director’s communication with fans beforehand suggested it would be an improvement over the second season, but as episodes released, it became clear the quality was actually worse. With only one episode left, fans are worried about the anime’s future. Netflix has indicated the series will continue with the same studio, J.C. Staff, despite the negative reception.
Despite the Joker’s enduring popularity, his character has become surprisingly bleak and over-the-top. This is especially evident in his fight with Red Hood, as depicted in the DC K.O.: Red Hood vs. The Joker comic. Part of the DC K.O. event, the story features a brutal, three-round battle to the death, which the Joker ultimately wins – and in a particularly disturbing manner. This victory feels unearned and unfortunately highlights the problems with how the Joker is portrayed today.