Here are three original sci-fi movies from Netflix that had all the potential to launch successful franchises, but currently appear to be one-time films. However, there’s still a chance for at least one of them to become more.
The Spider-Armor MK 1 is famous for its bold silver and black design and heavy-duty metal construction. Despite being a fan favorite, Marvel hasn’t featured it much lately, preferring more advanced armors. Those newer suits, while technically superior, sometimes feel too powerful and more suited to Iron Man than to Spider-Man, who typically operates on a more personal, street-level scale. The Spider-Armor MK 1 stands out because its combination of strengths and weaknesses makes it a uniquely memorable and believable suit for Peter Parker.
For the first time in its almost 30-year run, One Piece is changing its production schedule, and this shift is likely to reshape how anime is made. One Piece was one of the last big anime series still releasing episodes weekly, a tradition from the older days of Shonen Jump. Moving to a seasonal release schedule signals a new era, and ultimately, this change will be a positive one for the anime industry.
Okay, so yeah, the Jays lost Game 7 of the World Series to the Dodgers on November 1st, which killed me, honestly. But even though it was heartbreaking, the coolest thing happened. Their pitcher, Alex Vesia, was dealing with something really tough with his family, so he couldn’t be there, and the whole team just… rallied around him. They showed so much support, it wasn’t just about baseball, you know? It was genuinely amazing and I’ll never forget how they handled that – it really showed what kind of team they are!
Okay, fellow movie lovers, get ready! There are five sci-fi flicks hitting screens in the next couple of months that I think are totally worth checking out. I’m already marking my calendar!
Today marks the 28th anniversary of “The Cartridge Family,” a memorable episode of The Simpsons that first aired on FOX on November 2, 1997. The episode centers around Homer buying a gun for protection, and explores different reactions to firearms, from enthusiasts to those who fear them. It became controversial enough that some British channels banned it, and it remains a noteworthy episode decades later.
The 2017 film Life, featuring Ryan Reynolds, Jessica Ferguson, and Jake Gyllenhaal, taps into the popular fascination with alien stories. The movie centers on astronauts stationed on the International Space Station who believe they’ve found proof of life on Mars. However, this life-form turns out to be much smarter – and far more frightening – than they ever imagined, echoing the plot of the classic film Alien.
Production has begun on the main villain of Hazbin Hotel, which will dramatically change the show’s conflict between good and evil. Instead of just Heaven versus Hell, everyone might have to team up against a powerful, ancient evil – revealing the true enemy the series has been building towards.
What made Batman: The Brave and the Bold so special was its perfect blend of playful humor and genuinely good storytelling, exciting action, and a deep appreciation for Batman’s comic book roots. It never made fun of the source material, but instead used humor to highlight the naturally quirky world of superheroes and villains. The show was a clear tribute to DC Comics, filled with inside jokes and references that longtime fans loved, but it was also easy for new viewers to enjoy. It wasn’t just a kids’ cartoon; Batman: The Brave and the Bold was a remarkably creative and touching take on the Dark Knight, resulting in some of the very best stories ever told about the character.
The ending of Pokemon Legends: Z-A is pretty good and feels like a fitting conclusion to the story, even without voice acting. It’s a dramatic and satisfying climax to the battle against the main villain and the threat to Lumiose City – it even made me a little emotional seeing all my Pokemon friends help out! However, after the initial excitement, I realized a few things weren’t fully explained. Hopefully, the Mega Dimensions DLC will address these questions, as this might be the only story expansion for Pokemon Legends: Z-A. I’m really hoping The Pokemon Company will provide some closure on these four unanswered points.