7 Forgotten Cartoons That Were Based on R-Rated Movies

Back in the 1980s, a new trend emerged where movies originally made for adults—and often rated R—were turned into animated series for kids on Saturday mornings. This wouldn’t have happened in the 1970s; you wouldn’t have seen cartoons based on gritty films like Shaft or Dirty Harry. The huge success of the original Star Wars really fueled this shift, as pop culture became increasingly focused on making money from existing properties. While not every show fits perfectly, these lesser-known animated series all started as adult-oriented movies.

Steam’s New #1 Top Seller is a Long-Awaited Release That Lives Up to the Hype

For years, fans of life simulation games like The Sims have been hoping for a truly great new option. While inZOI tried to fill that gap, many found it demanding on their computers and lacking in content during its early release. Now, Paralives appears to be the game players have been waiting for. It entered Early Access on May 25th and immediately became the best-selling game on Steam. Beyond the reasonable $39.99 price, players seem genuinely pleased with what the game offers.

Major Shonen Jump Anime Confirms Season 2 Release Date With New Trailer

The anime adaptation of Kocha Agasawa’s You and I Are Polar Opposites premiered earlier this year and quickly gained a following. Fans won’t have to wait much longer for more, as Season 2 is set to release on July 5th. A new trailer has just been released, offering the best look yet at the upcoming episodes. You can watch the trailer for You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 below.

30 Years Ago, DC Saved the Justice League by Stealing Their Powers

The team’s luck turned around in 1996 with the release of JLA, which quickly surpassed all other superhero team comics. The series delivered some of the best Justice League stories of the 1990s, and many are considered all-time classics. While most fans remember JLA and its acclaimed creators Grant Morrison and Howard Porter, fewer know the story that paved the way. Justice League: Midsummer’s Nightmare, created by Mark Waid, Fabian Nicieza, Jeff Johnson, and Darick Robertson, marked a creative resurgence for the team. After years of inconsistent stories, it cleverly restored the team’s strength by temporarily removing their powers.

20 Years Ago This Week, A Cult Sci-Fi Horror Quietly Got a Sequel Nobody Ever Remembers

Twenty years ago this week, on May 23, 2006, Hollow Man 2 was released straight to video, hoping to build on the popularity of the first movie, which had gained a cult following. The sequel, directed by Claudio Fäh, centers on Michael Griffin (Christian Slater), a soldier who receives an invisibility serum from the government but isn’t given the means to reverse the effects. As the procedure slowly kills him and drives him mad, Griffin seeks revenge on the scientists responsible. This puts Seattle detective Frank Turner (Peter Facinelli) in charge of protecting biologist Maggie Dalton (Laura Regan) from the invisible killer.

This New DC Super Powers Set Feels Like Stepping Into a 1980s Toy Aisle

This collection features six action figures, each packaged on a classic blister card with updated logos. Designed with a retro feel, each figure is about four inches tall and has seven points of movement. Some figures also include fabric capes for an authentic vintage look. The set costs $80 with free shipping and is expected to arrive in August. Let’s take a look at which characters are included!

The Scrubs Revival Just Complicated My Biggest Theory About J.D’s Story in Season 2

Despite the return of familiar faces like Turk, Carla, and Dr. Cox, the new season of Scrubs still centers on J.D. Many dedicated fans were disappointed to learn right away that J.D. and Elliot didn’t end up together after the original series, and their relationship was clearly over. While some hoped that wouldn’t last, a major guest star in season two confirms that their breakup is permanent.

Star Trek Reveals New Details About Upcoming TV Episode That’s a Wild Franchise First After 60 Years

Okay, so Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is coming back for a fourth season this summer on Paramount+, and things are already getting… interesting. During filming, a picture dropped online of Captain Pike – Anson Mount, looking fantastic as always – but he was a Muppet! Yes, a full-on puppet. Now, we’re finally getting some details on how the show is going to address this wonderfully bizarre development. Trust me, it’s going to be a trip!