Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 Showrunner Reveals How They Finally Cracked the Spinoff Code (And It Looks Awesome)

The new animated special, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, is set between seasons 2 and 3 of the show. According to showrunner Eric Robles, fitting the story into that timeframe was tricky, especially because Eleven closed the gate to the Upside Down at the end of season 2. The team needed a way to introduce new monsters without being able to directly access the Upside Down, and Robles found a solution by carefully examining the existing storyline for possibilities. He explained, “I really dug into the show looking for any way to make it work, and I eventually landed on an idea that I thought was perfect.”

Lars Eidinger: 7 Movies & Series The DCU’s New Brainiac Actor Has Starred In (& Where To Watch Them)

The 2024 film Dying centers on the complex and often unhappy lives of the Lunies family. Lissy, Gerd, Tom, and Ellen are each facing their own struggles. Lissy is coping with her husband’s care and her own health problems, while Ellen is involved in an affair. Tom, meanwhile, is composing a piece called ‘Dying’ and raising the child of his ex-girlfriend. When a family member passes away, they are brought back together, but the reunion promises to be difficult.

7 Christmas Movies That You Forgot Were Awesome

We’re not claiming these are the greatest films ever, and honestly, some might not even be considered truly good. But when it comes to holiday movies, sometimes all you need is something fun and entertaining, and that’s what makes them special. Here are seven Christmas movies that fit the bill! This list offers a little bit of everything – romance, animation, and fresh takes on familiar stories. Whether you’re looking to expand your holiday movie traditions or revisit an old favorite, you’ll find something here.

Jump Festa 2026: Every Major Anime Announced

I was already hyped for Jump Festa weekend because so many shows hinted at big reveals! And it’s definitely delivering – we’re getting awesome updates on all the series we love. There’s a ton happening, so I’m sharing a link to ComicBook’s coverage so you can stay up-to-date on everything that’s been announced so far!

8 Years Ago Today, Dwayne Johnson Revived A Classic 1990s Franchise & There’s Finally Another Sequel Coming

It’s clear that Dwayne Johnson genuinely enjoys playing more vulnerable, underdog characters—those who blossom into heroes—more than he does portraying tough agents or villains. He got the chance to play this type of role because he took a risk on a well-known series that was trying to make a comeback after almost 25 years. Fortunately, his gamble paid off, with the first two installments being a huge success, and he’s now preparing for a third film that aims to take the series to new heights.