Sometimes a departure from a franchise is temporary – Neve Campbell leaving and then returning to the Scream series is a good example. But usually, when an actor leaves a franchise, it’s for good. Here are some actors who were involved with, committed to, or strongly expected to be in a franchise, but ultimately decided to move on.
Essentially, the show doesn’t have much of a long-term plan for where the story is going.
Genndy Tartakovsky, the creator of Primal, recently spoke with ComicBook about the show’s third season. He admitted he was hesitant about turning Spear into a zombie, especially considering everything the character had already endured. While he liked the idea for the new season, he worried it might be a step too far and alienate fans – what he called a ‘jumping the shark’ moment.
If you enjoyed the docuseries Monster, you’ll likely be captivated by Handsome Devil: The Charming Killer, which premiered on Paramount+ on January 20th. The series explores the case of Wade Wilson, a Florida man found guilty of the 2019 murders of Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz. Wilson, dubbed the “Deadpool Killer” because of his shared name with the Marvel character, unexpectedly gained a large online following after his mugshot – featuring striking tattoos and a smile – went viral, even considering the severity of his crimes.
With a third film in the 28 Years Later series on the way, fans are wondering who will be back. Considering the high death toll across the four movies already released, the number of potential returning characters is quite limited – small enough, in fact, that we can list them all. This raises another question: how many of these characters will actually appear in the new film? Be warned: spoilers for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple are ahead.
The world of tabletop role-playing games is constantly evolving, with new games, updated rules, and expansions appearing all the time. If you and your group are searching for a fresh TTRPG to play in 2026, here are five upcoming releases that could be a great fit.
I’m so excited – Netflix just added a bunch of awesome anime classics this January! Seven titles, actually – some are returning after being unavailable for a while, and others are brand new to the platform. I’ve put together a list of my top picks so you can dive in and enjoy them too!
While most people think of a core group when they hear ‘The Avengers,’ the team actually has a much larger membership. There’s a running joke that nearly every Marvel hero has been an Avenger at some point, and it’s pretty accurate! Among these heroes are some incredibly powerful individuals who don’t always get the recognition they deserve. Today, we’re going to highlight five Avengers who are stronger than they appear and explore the extent of their abilities.
Many popular sidekicks didn’t start out as strong characters. Sometimes this was due to the storytelling standards of the time, and other times it was simply a lack of depth in their original creation. Despite these rough beginnings, they’ve since become beloved by fans.
The enduring popularity of Star Trek is mostly due to its consistently high production values and compelling storytelling. Both critics and fans have always praised the show’s various versions, appreciating the thoughtful ideas and technical skill that create a convincing vision of the future. This success continues today with streaming series like Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, which earned high marks on Rotten Tomatoes by combining a classic coming-of-age story with the established world of the United Federation of Planets. However, even a beloved franchise like Star Trek has faced challenges, and some seasons haven’t received positive reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.