10 Anime Characters Who Deserve Their Own Spin-Off

Sometimes a character feels more significant in backstory than in the main story itself – like a legendary figure we only hear about, but never fully see. A spin-off series is perfect for these characters because it allows for a different style of storytelling and can delve into their past. Spin-offs also offer a chance to expand on the world and show that a character previously considered secondary was actually central to the larger universe.

21 Years On, American Dad Is Returning to Fox Without Fear of Cancellation This Time

Premiering on Fox on February 6, 2005, American Dad! was created by Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barker, and Matt Weitzman. After a successful run with Fox, the show was initially cancelled but found a new home on TBS for over a decade. American Dad! has now been rescued from cancellation twice and is returning to its original network, Fox, for four more seasons, solidifying its place as a significant animated series.

47 Years Ago Today, This Incredible Cult Action Movie Released – and Its Video Game Might Be Even Better

Walter Hill directed several exciting action films, including lesser-known gems like Extreme Prejudice starring Nick Nolte, Red Heat with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and the stylish Streets of Fire. He also made the tense, single-location thriller Trespass, and the popular 48 Hrs., featuring Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy. However, many consider his best film to be The Warriors. Interestingly, some even prefer the 2005 video game adaptation made by Rockstar Games, finding it even more fun.

10 Best New DC Villains of the Last 10 Years

Creating a compelling hero is tough, but crafting a truly memorable villain is even harder. Fortunately, since the DC Rebirth era began, several DC villains have stood out as more than just temporary threats. Characters like Godspeed, a speedster who genuinely pushed Barry Allen to his limits, and Olgrun, an ancient evil lurking beyond our world, have proven to be exceptional. Here are 10 of the best villains DC Comics has created over the past ten years.

One of Gaming’s Best Anti-Villains Is Still Waiting for a Comeback 16 Years Later

The Big Sisters were terrifying enemies in combat, but also deeply tragic characters within the game’s story. They were a fantastic improvement on the original enemy design, though understandably left out when BioShock Infinite moved to a different storyline. Even now, 16 years after BioShock 2’s release on February 9, 2010, their graceful yet deadly presence remains memorable. With another BioShock game currently in development, many fans would be thrilled to see these characters make a return.