From classic series like The Wire and The Sopranos to recent hits such as Game of Thrones and The Last of Us, HBO consistently delivers some of the greatest television ever made. While platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video offer plenty of content, HBO is particularly renowned for creating truly exceptional shows.
Despite receiving positive reviews from critics, the second season of The Last of Us sharply divided viewers. Changes made from the original game upset many fans, and issues with the show’s speed, obvious writing, and straightforward plot weakened the story for those watching it for the first time. Whatever happens in season three, it’s likely to generate a lot of strong opinions.
Prime Video has a lot to look forward to in the coming year! With many new shows already filmed or in production, there’s something for every viewer. From a variety of genres to popular actors and a growing fanbase, the future of Prime Video is looking very promising.
The 1996 film Twister will soon be available to stream on HBO Max. It’s joining a growing list of popular genre movies already on the platform, including The Mummy and Aliens.
For a while now, Marvel Studios has been laying the groundwork for a bigger return of its street-level heroes, first with Wilson Fisk in Hawkeye and Matt Murdock in Spider-Man: No Way Home. The second season of Daredevil: Born Again marks an even more significant comeback, bringing Krysten Ritter back as Jessica Jones and officially adding a second member of The Defenders to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Interestingly, the series is also shifting the timeline, aiming for a period when the movies and shows weren’t as interconnected – a time many fans consider to have been more successful. After a few years, it looks like Marvel Television is finally heading in the right direction.
Absolutely, ER is widely considered the greatest medical drama ever made. If you enjoyed The Pitt, you’ll likely love it too, as both shows are set in similar locations, star Noah Wyle, and deal with the serious realities of life and death faced by doctors. You’ll quickly get invested in characters like Dana Evans (Katherine LaNasa) and find yourself wanting more of Dr. Jack Abbot (Shawn Hatosy), while also rooting for Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle). While The Pitt Season 2 has its flaws, ER stands out as the better show overall, primarily for one key reason.
Disney has experienced both huge successes, like The Lion King, and significant failures, such as the live-action Snow White. While it appears they’re making fewer live-action remakes, they’ve actually just become more careful about which ones they produce. The positive reception to the recent Lilo & Stitch remake shows that this approach can still work.
I have to say, when adaptations get it right, they really get it right. These fantasy films prove why taking a beloved book to the big screen can be so magical. They don’t get lost in all the world-building and special effects; instead, they manage to create a truly spectacular experience while still keeping the characters relatable and engaging. This movie absolutely nails that balance.
The 2000s version of Battlestar Galactica is considered a landmark science fiction series. It reimagined the original 1978 show with a grittier, more continuous storyline and tackled important themes. By exploring topics like war, religion, and what it means to be human, it deeply connected with viewers after the events of 9/11 and went beyond typical space adventures.
Before its official release on April 17th, the film Normal has received positive reviews, earning an 85% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This is a slightly higher score than the first Nobody film (83%) and better than Nobody 2 (76%). While critics seem to like Normal, it’s worth noting that both Nobody movies were also very popular with audiences, receiving scores of 94% and 88% respectively. We’ll have to wait until Normal is released in theaters to see what audiences think of it.