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Can you believe it’s been 35 years?! On December 6th, 1990, The Simpsons gave us the incredible “Bart the Daredevil” episode. As a huge fan, I always think about that Season 2 episode – especially Homer’s attempt to jump the Springfield Gorge! It’s become one of the most memorable moments in the whole series, and it’s actually Matt Groening’s personal favorite too! He told Entertainment Weekly ten years into the show’s run that it was the episode for him, all because of that hilarious, iconic Homer fail.

Christmas movies generally aim to evoke heartwarming feelings, but some are more successful than others. Films like It’s a Wonderful Life are considered classics because their satisfying endings reinforce the joyful spirit of the season long after the movie ends. Certain Christmas films really shine because of how they conclude their stories.

The results of the recent Chainsaw Man popularity poll are in after months of voting! While some placements were predictable, many characters – both old favorites and newcomers – landed in surprising spots. The top 10 characters, in particular, deserve a closer look.

The show Brockmire, featuring Hank Azaria and Amanda Peet, follows Jim Brockmire, a major league baseball announcer whose life falls apart when he learns about his wife’s affairs. This leads to a public on-air breakdown and a ten-year break from his career. Hoping to rebuild his life and reputation, Brockmire returns to announcing, taking a job with the minor league Morristown Frackers in a small, rundown town. His arrival stirs up complex emotions in Julia James, the team’s tough and often-drinking owner, and Charles, the intern who is both intimidated and motivated by Brockmire.

Fans can revisit the world of Trigun with Trigun Stargaze, a new series from Studio ORANGE that sets up the ultimate showdown between Vash the Stampede and his dangerous brother, Millions Knives. The series premieres on Crunchyroll January 10th, and a recent trailer revealed the release date and a glimpse of the intense battles to come. Crunchyroll describes Vash’s return after a three-year absence: he’s a cheerful pacifist with a mysterious $6 million bounty on his head, puzzling reporter Meryl Stryfe and her partner as they investigate. Their search leads them to a shocking discovery: Vash’s evil twin brother, Millions Knives.

In the final season, Eleven takes matters into her own hands and enters the Upside Down to rescue Holly Wheeler, leaving her friends behind. Her timing is unfortunate, as Will Byers—the first victim of Vecna and a key figure in the show’s origins—unleashes a hidden power, destroying two Demogorgons. This display of power suggests there’s more to Will’s abilities than initially understood, and a subtle detail hints at a larger story.

Guy Ritchie’s new film, The Covenant, is now available on Netflix. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Dar Salim and tells the story of a U.S. Army sergeant who risks everything to rescue the interpreter who helped his unit in Afghanistan. The movie has been well-received by critics, earning an 83% ‘Fresh’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes. (Note: this is a different film than the 2006 horror movie also called The Covenant.)

The December 2025 Pokémon Go Community Day is a special two-day event happening Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time each day. All Pokémon previously featured in 2025 Community Days will return, and every one of them will have a chance of being Shiny! This is a great chance to complete your Shiny Pokémon collection if you missed any earlier events. Keep in mind that different Pokémon will be appearing on each day, so pay attention to the spawns if you’re looking for a specific Shiny!

The classic manga and anime series Fist of the North Star is getting a fresh start with a brand new anime to celebrate its 40th anniversary. This revival will look different from previous iterations, utilizing fully CG animation and a new creative team. You can get a first look at the new anime below before it premieres next year.

James Gunn and his team should be pleased with the positive response from fans, but ultimately, box office numbers are what truly matter. Superman earned a respectable $616.7 million with a budget of $225 million – a good result, especially considering the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the biggest superhero franchise, is currently facing challenges attracting audiences. Despite this success, some critics point to the film not reaching $1 billion in revenue as evidence that the new DC Universe isn’t taking off.