Michael Pennington, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Actor, Dies at 82

While well-known in England, Michael Pennington wasn’t as famous in the United States. He was a highly regarded actor who established the English Shakespeare Company (ESC) in 1986 and led it as Joint Artistic Director for six years. Beyond acting, he was a prolific author, publishing ten books, and directed theater productions in the UK, the US, Romania, and Japan. He gained recognition for his stage performances, including roles in plays like Hamlet, The Judge, and The Henrys, and notably played Antony in a 2012 production of Antony and Cleopatra.

5 Years Later, Netflix’s Canceled Crime Show with A Near-Perfect Score Gets Surprising Return Tease

Netflix knew they needed a big splash to announce the continuation of Money Heist. They delivered with a spectacular event on the Guadalquivir River: a boat filled with people in the show’s famous red jumpsuits and Dalí masks sailed past crowds while playing the iconic song “Bella Ciao.” Netflix then revealed that the new season of Berlin isn’t the end of the Money Heist universe, hinting at more to come.

7 Years Ago, Netflix Debuted an Amazing New Mystery Series (And the Frustrating Cliffhanger Still Haunts Us)

This show was truly exceptional, tackling a compelling idea that resonated particularly well with its young audience. It allowed viewers to easily connect with the characters and their circumstances, all while delivering a suspenseful and surprisingly sophisticated mystery. You could enjoy it simply as entertainment, but it also offered deeper themes about fear, ambition, and the complexities of right and wrong. It was a remarkably ambitious project.

New Shonen Jump Anime Confirms English Dub Cast Ahead of Netflix Release

The anime Akane-banashi, created by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Moue, was highly anticipated as a Spring 2026 release. However, it hasn’t received much attention lately because it’s been exclusively available on YouTube. Now, as it prepares to premiere on Netflix on May 17th, the English dub cast has been announced. Details about who’s voicing the characters are listed below.

All of Batman’s Children, Ranked by Skill

Although Batman is known for working alone, he’s actually been preparing the next generation of heroes for a long time. These allies have become incredibly skilled, often matching Batman’s abilities, which begs the question: who is his most capable protégé? We’re going to evaluate all of Batman’s trained partners – his ‘Bat-family’ – ranking them based on their overall heroic skills, including detective work, combat, and everything in between. Let’s take a look at these heroes and see how they stack up.

Hades 2 Mod Reverts the Game Back to Hades 1

The full release of Hades 2 includes several updates that build on the original gameplay, giving players more choices during each playthrough. This approach is similar to how the first Hades was improved over time while in early access. A recent fan-made modification for Hades 2 is so well-made and integrates so seamlessly with the game’s updates that some players thought it was official content.

10 Years After Spider-Man’s MCU Debut, Marvel Has Officially Completed His “Iron Man Jr.” Arc

Ten years after Tom Holland first appeared as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, things seem to be shifting. A key feature of the new Spider-Man: Brand New Day storyline is its focus on smaller, more personal stories, offering a break from the large-scale, universe-hopping adventures and alien threats Peter Parker has faced previously. Beyond simply reducing the story’s scope, the series is also developing Peter’s character in a way that finally fulfills the potential of the “Iron Man Jr.” storyline, which should please fans.