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Many shows have playfully imitated or borrowed from Star Trek, like The Orville and Black Mirror. The most successful ones celebrate the original series rather than trying to tear it apart. It’s funny, because some longtime Star Trek fans have criticized newer shows for not being respectful enough! If you want to see a perfect example of getting that balance right, look no further than Galaxy Quest, a wonderfully clever sci-fi film that first came out 26 years ago today – on December 25, 1999 – and quickly became a beloved classic.

Here are 7 fantastic science fiction movies that don’t get nearly enough attention – many people have even forgotten about them! This list is perfect for dedicated sci-fi lovers looking for hidden gems and a deeper dive into the genre.

The popular Netflix series Emily in Paris returned to the streaming charts after its fifth season premiered on December 18th. The show was the second most-watched English-language series on Netflix for the week of December 15th-21st, racking up 13.5 million views and a total of 78 million hours watched. It was only surpassed by the miniseries Man Vs. Baby, starring Rowan Atkinson. Surprisingly, Emily in Paris even outperformed all seasons of Stranger Things, which currently holds five spots in the Top 10, ahead of its final season.

The 2007 release of Alien vs Predator: Requiem significantly impacted both the Alien and Predator franchises. The film not only continued the crossover between the two series, but also showed what a Xenomorph offspring of a Predator would look like. It expanded on Predator lore while also making some subtle changes to the established Alien universe. Key developments included the Predators’ response to the events of the first film and the Weyland-Yutani Corporation obtaining Predator technology, both of which had lasting consequences for their respective storylines.

Films like Prisoners, Gone Girl, The Hateful Eight, and Knives Out all fit this trend. However, many other mystery films, even those that were initially popular, haven’t stood the test of time and are largely forgotten. It would be wonderful if they received renewed attention.

A new trailer released in theaters over Christmas features Chris Hemsworth reprising his role as Thor, shown seemingly praying to the memory of his father, Odin, before facing off against Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. The trailer also confirms India Rose Hemsworth will return as Love, Thor’s adopted daughter (previously Gorr’s child), last seen in Thor: Love & Thunder. Through a few powerful scenes, Thor hints at just how dangerous Doom will be for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

I just finished watching Neighborhood Watch, which landed on Hulu on December 12th, and it’s a surprisingly engaging little mystery. The script, by Sean Farley, and direction by Duncan Skiles, centers around an odd couple: Dennis Quaid plays Simon, a man with a mental disability who thinks he’s seen a kidnapping, and Morgan plays Ed, his skeptical but ultimately helpful retired security guard neighbor. When the police dismiss Simon’s concerns, these two team up to find the missing woman. It’s a solid story with support from Cecile Cubiló, Jim Klock, and Malin Akerman, and definitely worth a watch if you’re looking for something a bit different.

Bender from Futurama is famous for his hilarious and often shockingly honest lines. Many of his best quotes have become iconic, going beyond just the show itself. A well-placed Bender one-liner is guaranteed to make you laugh hysterically – some fans even need to pause the episode to catch their breath! Here are seven of his most savage and memorable lines, still popular with fans today.

Here are five MMOs that deserved more love.

At their core, everyone shared a commitment to protecting Earth, and that’s what allowed them to succeed. They weren’t always in agreement, but they could always rely on each other to do the right thing when it mattered most.