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I have to say, Max Rockatansky is one of the greatest action heroes ever. He first appeared in Mad Max back in 1979, and that movie really put Mel Gibson on the map – surprisingly, he wasn’t the director’s original pick! It kicked off a huge franchise with five films, plus video games, books, and comics. He even showed up in Space Jam: A New Legacy, which was… unexpected. But for me, it was the second film, The Road Warrior, released today 44 years ago, that really cemented his legendary status.

Hellboy is a 2004 film directed by Guillermo del Toro, based on the Dark Horse Comics series Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. Ron Perlman stars as Hellboy, a demon who was summoned by Nazis during World War II and later saved by Allied troops. Now, he works for the Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense, protecting the U.S. from supernatural threats. If you’re an HBO Max subscriber and want to watch it, you only have until December 31st, as the movie will be leaving the platform.

Manga in 2025 is consistently excellent, with both long-running series and newer titles delivering fantastic stories. Several ongoing series stand out as particularly strong, and we hope they maintain this high quality for many years to come.

Released in 1988, Mega Man 2 was Capcom’s attempt to build Mega Man into a lasting franchise after the initial game on the NES. It refined the gameplay established in the first Mega Man, creating a more enjoyable platforming experience. Mega Man 2 was a huge success, becoming the best-selling game in the series with over 1.51 million copies sold.

Several versions of Nosferatu have been made, and most have been critically acclaimed. The newest remake, released in 2024 and directed by Robert Eggers, follows this trend. This loose adaptation of Dracula reimagines the classic 1922 German horror film, and stars Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, and Bill Skarsgård.

We’re not focusing on typical awards-season movies, as those usually don’t gain much attention until after the Oscars and Golden Globes. Instead, we’re highlighting seven films from 2025 that have strong potential with fans but didn’t quite reach a wider audience.

I’m so excited about the new Avatar Studios movie! From what The Hollywood Reporter is saying, it’s going to center around Aang discovering this incredible ancient power – something that could actually save the Air Nomads from disappearing forever. Apparently, he and his friends will be racing around the world to find it, because if it falls into the wrong hands, everything they fought for could be undone. We don’t know what this power is yet, which is super intriguing, but it definitely gives us a good idea of what an older Aang will be up to when the movie comes out next year!

This one-shot comic doesn’t try to revolutionize the medium, and it delivers pretty much what you’d anticipate, particularly if you read this summer’s Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, Rivals #1. However, it effectively continues the story started in that special, and it’s genuinely enjoyable. It features a sweet story, appearances from popular characters, a few awkward jokes, and lots of fantastic artwork, especially with all the included pin-ups. It’s a fun read and definitely worth your time.

2026 looks like it’s going to be an amazing year for RPG fans. The games coming out aren’t just grander in scope; they’re really emphasizing unique characters, deep immersion, and gameplay systems that truly matter. Developers are clearly focused on what makes RPGs great – things like skillful combat and choices that impact the story. It’s a genuinely thrilling time for anyone who loves role-playing games.

Four months ago, the first big story arc of the series ended. Detective John Jones and his psychic partner, the Martian, had a major fight with the White Martian – the Martian’s complete opposite. They fought the White Martian and the people it had taken over, and John was able to connect with his feelings, which helped the Martian fight back using powerful empathy. However, despite everything, the White Martian survived by secretly taking over the body of John’s son, Tyler.