As a lifelong movie fan, I’ve followed the Avengers for over six decades, and honestly, it can be a bit daunting to jump in! But these seven stories are fantastic – they give you everything you need to know without requiring a PhD in Marvel history. They’re perfect for anyone new to the team, acting as a great introduction to the best bits of their incredible past.
You can play it now on PlayStation 5, and the demo is a surprisingly cool team-up with the world of Metal Gear Solid.
Super7 is launching a new line of collectible Shrek figures! The “FUN! FUN! Mini Blind Box Set” features adorable 2.5-inch vinyl figures of beloved characters like Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and Puss in Boots. Collectors can look forward to finding special variations, including clear, flocked, and armored versions, later this year.
Marvel has consistently avoided choosing between Gwen Stacy and Mary Jane Watson as Peter Parker’s true love. While Gwen’s death has haunted Peter for years, deeply affecting him—second only to the loss of Uncle Ben—he’s also always been drawn to MJ, even when their relationship is complicated. Many writers have treated both as Peter’s primary love interest, but the latest issue of Spider-Man: Torn #5 finally reveals who Spider-Man has truly chosen.
The Pugilist is a powerful character class designed to let players experience the feel of being a boxer, no matter the game world. A companion guide from Sterling Vermin Adventuring Co. adds depth with six different Pugilist specializations, plus new weapons and magical items tailored to this fighting style. You’ll also find four pre-made Pugilist characters that can inspire your own creations or serve as allies or rivals in your adventures, each with a distinct way of battling.
Edward Berger’s thriller, Conclave, is now available to stream on Peacock. The film stars Ralph Fiennes as a cardinal tasked with choosing the next pope, but he soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous conspiracy. It began streaming on February 13th, though it’s unknown how long it will remain on the platform. Conclave first premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and went on to win British Academy and Golden Globe awards, earning eight Academy Award nominations. Critics love the film, giving it a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and earning it a “Certified Fresh” designation. Audiences also give it high marks, with an 86% approval rating.
The action movie series has ventured into video games before, like with John Wick Hex, but its next game aims to be much more ambitious and closely resemble the experience of watching the films.
Since its debut in 2021, The Elusive Samurai has become a popular series in the shonen manga world. The anime adaptation, produced by Studio CloverWorks in 2024, was so successful that a second season is already scheduled for release this summer. This week in Japan, chapter 238 was released, marking the end of Yusei Matsui’s series. The chapter focuses on the characters and shows them moving forward with positive outcomes, though details are being kept under wraps. While not yet available in North America, Viz Media plans to release the final chapter to Western audiences later this week.
Pokemon Center Japan has released a new line of merchandise based on the game Pokemon Pokopia. While pre-order bonuses for the game itself don’t include anything unique, fans who enjoy the game’s relaxing style will have lots of options for collectibles. Currently, plush toys and other Pokopia merchandise are only available at Pokemon Centers in Japan. However, since Pokopia is being released worldwide, we can hope these items will become available in other locations soon.
We’re not just talking about typical action movies – these are truly exceptional films, the ones that are consistently great and even changed what action movies could be. So, which films are we highlighting? Here are 5 fantastic action movies you might be surprised to learn were originally based on books.