Remake of Tom Hanks 1980s Cult Classic Breaks Streaming Record, Nears 1 Billion Views Milestone

Viewership numbers from Nielsen and the streaming platform itself show that The ‘Burbs was watched for 712 million minutes between February 9th and 16th, 2026. Including views from its premiere on February 8th and the days following the 16th, the show is quickly approaching a total of one billion minutes watched. Considering each of the eight episodes in the first season averages 40 minutes long, approximately 2.22 million viewers watched the entire season during its first week. While these numbers are impressive, The Best Man: The Final Chapters still holds the record for the most-watched Peacock original premiere week, with 762 million minutes viewed in December 2022.

27 Years Ago, an Iconic Buffy Episode Changed One Character Forever (And For the Better)

This moment was the first indication that Willow would reveal she was a lesbian later in the show. It also reintroduced characters from the earlier episode, “The Wish.” In that episode, also from Season 3, Cordelia wished Buffy hadn’t moved to Sunnydale, resulting in a terrifying, vampire-ruled version of the town – including vampire versions of Willow and Xander.

Every Major Spider-Man Game, Ranked

If you’re familiar with notoriously bad video games from the 80s and 90s, you’ve likely heard of LJN. The company had a reputation for making disappointing games, and The Amazing Spider-Man for the Game Boy was a prime example. The story revolves around Spider-Man trying to protect his secret identity from villains while rescuing Mary Jane after she’s been kidnapped. While the game attempts to capture the feel of the Spider-Man comics, it doesn’t quite succeed, and many players were left disappointed with their purchase.

24 Years Ago Vertigo Unleashed Grant Morrison’s Most Twisted Release

The early 2000s brought significant changes, and Grant Morrison’s optimistic visions didn’t quite come to fruition. This period inspired one of his lesser-known but most compelling works: The Filth. This 12-issue series, illustrated by Chris Weston (who previously collaborated with Morrison on The Invisibles), took a starkly different turn, showcasing Morrison’s most daring and provocative ideas. It fearlessly explored shocking themes, perfectly illustrating the shift from a hopeful future to a grim and unsettling dystopia.

Remake of 1996 Sega Saturn Exclusive Game Gets Unexpected Free Release

The Panzer Dragoon series, consisting of Panzer Dragoon, Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei, and Panzer Dragoon Saga, was originally released exclusively for the Sega Saturn. While Panzer Dragoon Saga remains only playable on the original console, Panzer Dragoon received a remake in 2021. A remake of Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei was planned for 2021, but it was delayed and never released in 2022, 2023, or 2024. Recently, in 2025, news surfaced that it’s coming to Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. A release date hasn’t been announced, but a free demo is now available on PC through Steam. This demo is likely the same one shown at last year’s Tokyo Game Show, though this hasn’t been officially confirmed.

BBC Boss Offers Promising Doctor Who Update, But There’s A Catch

According to Deadline, Lindsay Salt, the BBC’s Director of Drama, recently reassured fans that Doctor Who is secure. She stated it’s “one of the BBC’s most treasured brands” and has “no plans to go anywhere.” While other BBC executives have already committed to future seasons, Salt added that they haven’t yet started discussing how to fund the show. She explained they’re carefully considering the best approach and want to take the necessary time to ensure it’s done right.