According to FlixPatrol, the top two movies on HBO Max globally are War for the Planet of the Apes and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, in that order. War for the Planet of the Apes is currently the most popular movie in several countries, including Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic.
Recognizing parallels to his own situation, Collymore discovers a disturbing online game called “Jitters,” hosted by a bizarre, clown-like figure – not the usual presenter, Amanda Holden. This character, with a frightening appearance, uses artificial intelligence to exploit players’ deepest fears, often with devastating consequences. Collymore quickly becomes immersed in the game, and even more worryingly, realizes his own daughter is also in danger.
Many people probably think this refers to the 2003 movie Freddy vs. Jason, where Jason Voorhees fought Freddy Krueger. But dedicated horror fans might recall a lesser-known connection between the Friday the 13th films and The Evil Dead.
Last week, Ebaster highlighted some great shows to watch on Prime Video, including the popular crime comedy Deadloch before its new season arrives, and well-loved classics like The Practice and The Expanse. This week, Ebaster’s picked the top 3 most talked-about series currently on Prime Video – they’re definitely worth checking out!
Okay, so everyone’s freaking out about whether this character is really gone, but honestly, it’s a superhero story, right? People come back from the dead all the time in these things. Plus, Cobie Smulders herself just talked about it and honestly seemed totally chill about whatever happens. It makes you think, doesn’t it?
Sometimes, a really good TV show fails because it competes with a similar, more popular show airing at the same time. Other times, a lack of effective marketing keeps a show from reaching viewers. And occasionally, a show simply launches when the audience isn’t ready for it, meaning it doesn’t get the recognition it deserves right away.
That’s where the most exciting films are being made. The last decade has been incredible for science fiction, particularly for R-rated movies. Freed from the need to appeal to everyone or continue existing franchises, these films have offered some of the most daring and creative stories in cinema. They’re often unsettling and stay with you long after you’ve seen them – some build tension slowly, others are intensely shocking, and a few are truly mind-bending. These ten films are definitely worth watching.
Released initially as Hello Mary Lou, this film offered a unique take on the classic high school horror story. It centers around a deceased teenager who returns to her high school for revenge on the ex-boyfriend who contributed to her death. In just 97 minutes, Hello Mary Lou confidently blended supernatural horror, dark humor, and unsettling surrealism, surprising viewers with its originality. By avoiding common clichés, Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II stands out as a genuinely fresh film – something even acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino appreciates.
Paramount+ and BET+ are combining into a single streaming service. BET+, created by Tyler Perry six years ago, was previously owned by Paramount Skydance after they bought Viacom. Now, both services will be offered together under the Paramount+ brand.
Fans have been consistently surprised by how much a key character from Project Hail Mary is featured in the marketing. Rocky, a somewhat unexpected little spider-like alien, is central to the story, and many believe this reveal should have been kept a secret until the movie came out.