The 4 Best Franchise TV Shows of the Past Year Show What the Future Needs To Look Like (but There’s a Catch)

We’re living in an era dominated by streaming services, and also one heavily influenced by nostalgia. This often means studios focus on familiar stories to appeal to audiences. Luckily, shows like Alien: Earth, Wonder Man, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Star Wars: Andor provided some of the best television in 2025 and early 2026. Now, the key question is: how did viewers actually react to these shows?

10 Best Dune Franchise Characters, Ranked (So Far)

Considering that, here’s a ranking of the 10 best characters from the Dune franchise, from least to most compelling. This list only includes characters who have appeared in the films so far, as the larger story features many more.

7 Things That Make No Sense About Yu-Gi-Oh!

While enjoyable, this approach isn’t what usually keeps competitive games thriving. The success of Yu-Gi-Oh! lies in prioritizing exciting moments over perfectly balanced gameplay. Players and viewers understand that the most important part isn’t following the rules, but the emotional investment – the pride, personal connection, and the thrill of an unexpected, game-changing play that feels destined to happen.

New Supergirl Footage Features Baby Krypto (And It’s Everything We Wanted) – Watch The Trailer

New footage featuring Krypto the Super Dog was shown during The Puppy Bowl and later shared online by James Gunn. The clip starts with Kara among the people of Argo City, and a small puppy spots her in the crowd. That puppy is, of course, Krypto! The moment Kara picks him up is one of the sweetest and most heartwarming scenes from the film we’ve seen so far. You can watch the full trailer below, and if you’re a Krypto fan, you’ll love it!

4 Years on, Sam Raimi Admits 1 Problem With Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

I was reading The Hollywood Reporter on X today, and apparently Sam Raimi has some regrets about Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. He feels like they didn’t give enough to do to poor Rachel McAdams! Her character, Christine Palmer, was important to the story, but he wishes they’d expanded her role even further. It’s a shame, because I always like seeing more of her on screen.

30 Years Ago, an Iconic Seinfeld Episode Gave George His Best Subplot (And Fans Believed It Would Influence the MCU)

One of the most memorable storylines from George’s engagement unfolded in the episode “The Cadillac,” which first aired on February 8, 1996. While the episode centers around Jerry buying his father a new Cadillac, it’s best known for what happens with George. This is the episode where Academy Award-winning actress Marisa Tomei made her only appearance on Seinfeld, playing a fictionalized version of herself. She wasn’t just making a quick appearance – she played a key role in a surprising romance that even inspired fan theories about the Marvel universe years later.

The 10 Greatest Heroes of Crisis on Infinite Earths

Almost every DC character made an appearance in the book, but some played much bigger roles than others. A select group of heroes were truly responsible for saving the universe, facing incredibly dangerous threats. These ten heroes stood out during Crisis on Infinite Earths, ultimately ensuring victory.