After 27 Years, Star Wars Finally Shows How Palpatine Trained Darth Maul

In episodes 7 and 8 of Shadow Lord, Maul and his crew are unexpectedly attacked by the Empire, putting him in a dangerous situation. He’s forced to fight two Inquisitors, Marrok and the one known as “Crow,” and nearly loses the battle. Though he manages to escape into some caves, Maul is wounded and confused, and begins to experience disturbing mental flashbacks. As he struggles to find his way out of a sandy tunnel, the lingering effects of his near-death experience in The Phantom Menace intensify, causing painful memories and fears about his former master to reappear as vivid, sand-filled visions.

Everything Coming to HBO Max in May 2026

HBO Max is adding a lot of great content in May, including classic films like Wuthering Heights and the new release Saltburn, directed by Emerald Fennell. Action fans can look forward to Greenland 2: Migration, starring Gerard Butler. On the TV side, Euphoria Season 3 will continue, and there’s also a variety of reality shows. Keep reading for a complete list of everything coming to HBO Max next month.

10 Iconic DC Comics That Have Aged Poorly

Certain classic stories remain timeless and are cherished by fans, almost like sacred texts. But not every classic holds up well over time – some lose their appeal. These ten famous DC stories, once loved, now serve as examples of how things can go wrong.

Every KPop Demon Hunters Animated Short for McDonald’s, Ranked

I was so excited when McDonald’s teamed up with KPop Demon Hunters earlier this spring! They released two awesome meals based on the movie – one inspired by HUNTR/X and the other by the Saja Boys. It was like a fun competition, a “Battle for the Fans,” to see which meal people loved more. And leading up to it, they dropped some really entertaining KPop Demon Hunters shorts, which I’ve collected below, ranked from most to least fun!