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When it comes to Yellowjackets, there’s more to be wary of than just the wilderness. As reported by Deadline, Showtime, the network responsible for the critically acclaimed Emmy-nominated series, is currently facing a copyright infringement lawsuit. Filed in a federal court in New York last week, the suit alleges that Yellowjackets has stolen its concept and numerous other elements from the 2015 survival thriller Eden by filmmaker Syam Madiraju. Alongside Showtime, the studio producing the series, Lionsgate, and creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson are also named in the lawsuit. The suit demands unspecified damages and an injunction against the Yellowjackets’ production team.

As a die-hard Ghostbusters fan, I can’t help but feel a pang of disappointment when I say, I don’t think Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray are planning to come back for more Ghostbusters adventures. These gentlemen have been an integral part of the series since the 1984 original, and they brought their iconic characters to life in the latest two installments – 2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife and this year’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. However, it seems like we’ve seen the last of them on the ghost-busting frontier.

Back in 2007, when Grindhouse was initially released, those who attended the theater were treated to some satirical movie previews. One of these trailers, titled Machete, eventually transformed into a real film and even received a sequel, Machete Kills, known for being one of the most absurd movies to grace (and then depart from) cinemas. Similarly, following in Robert Rodriguez’s footsteps, Eli Roth brought his project, Thanksgiving, to life in 2023.

The hit animated show “Bob’s Burgers” is currently navigating its remarkable 15th season, and it seems to be improving with every new episode. It’s a challenge for any long-running television series, but it’s particularly tough for animated ones. Few adult animated shows manage to last long enough to truly discover their unique identity, and even fewer continue to improve with each passing season. Contrary to the usual notion that longevity diminishes a show’s quality, “Bob’s Burgers” is an exceptional case where this rule doesn’t apply.

As a die-hard DC fan and gamer, I’ve got to say James Gunn has been an outstanding representative for our beloved universe. His social media is always buzzing with exciting updates on the upcoming films and top-notch comic book recommendations. Recently, he addressed a rumor about the Creature Commandos series, suggesting a young Lex Luthor might make an appearance in the upcoming animated show – the first installment under DCU’s Chapter One: Gods And Monsters lineup. Sadly for us fans, Gunn had to quash that particular speculation, confirming that Lex Luthor won’t be part of the upcoming series.

It’s hard to envision a common TV series without an episode dedicated to Christmas or Halloween. These storylines are essential components of traditional programs, particularly network shows airing 20-22 episodes annually. Having a standard spooky or festive holiday episode is a convenient method to quickly cover popular storylines for those seasons. Interestingly, however, Thanksgiving isn’t as prevalent on television compared to other year-end holidays. While series like “Friends” and “Bob’s Burgers” have numerous Thanksgiving episodes, many TV shows avoid the holiday altogether. Why is this the case? What factors could explain why Thanksgiving hasn’t become a staple in TV history as other end-of-the-year holidays?