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As a long-time viewer, I’ve always appreciated the core rule of Starfleet – the Prime Directive. It’s there to protect developing civilizations, to let them grow without outside interference. But let’s be honest, Captain Kirk? He had a habit of bending, and sometimes outright breaking, that rule. It’s part of what made him so compelling! I’ve been compiling a list of every instance where Kirk decided to go his own way and disregard orders, and honestly, it’s a pretty extensive record. Here’s a rundown of all the times Captain Kirk broke the Prime Directive.

The popular character Captain Underpants first appeared in a book series in 1997 with The Adventures of Captain Underpants. Author and creator Dav Pilkey wrote twelve books featuring the superhero, and later found even more success with the Dog Man and Cat Kid series. It’s no surprise that Captain Underpants eventually became an animated series, The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants, which ran for three seasons on DreamWorks and Netflix. However, many fans may be surprised to learn that the series, along with its spin-offs The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants in Space and Captain Underpants Mega Blissmas, will be removed from Netflix on January 9th.

Date Earned: 9th May 2017

In a scene inside the car, Stewart reveals he feels prepared for the role, but Jordan challenges him, stating he won’t be ready to face the class until the ring deems him so. Jordan then places the ring on the dashboard and abruptly exits the vehicle, immediately putting Stewart under immense pressure. This single scene perfectly demonstrates why Chandler was such a fantastic casting choice for the character of Hal Jordan.

Today marks the end of a significant anime series, one that represents a shift in modern shonen storytelling. Unlike older shows, recent shonen anime rely less on predictable formulas, focusing more on a fast-moving plot and less on drawn-out fights or unnecessary filler. These new series also feature more complex characters, creating more believable worlds and making the stories more relevant to viewers by tackling real-world issues. After nine years and eight seasons, saying goodbye is tough, but this anime feels like a key moment in the evolution of the shonen genre.

Today, December 13, 2025, marks the 29th anniversary of Mars Attacks!, a movie inspired by the popular Topps trading cards. The film is incredibly charming, which has helped it become a beloved cult classic. Let’s take a look at what makes it so special.