Jenna Ortega recently shared on Kid Cudi’s podcast, Big Bro, that she auditioned for the horror film Hereditary. She tried out for the part of Charlie, the young girl whose death is a particularly shocking scene in the movie. While Milly Shapiro ultimately landed the role, Ortega said she completely respected the casting decision. Even from the small part of the script she read for her audition, she felt the film was going to be something special.
Many heroes from the Final Fantasy series don’t get the spotlight they deserve. Some of the strongest characters are often forgotten due to uneven storylines or complicated abilities. We’ve highlighted 10 of the most underrated party members to show just how powerful they are – check out our picks below!
When HBO’s adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones debuted in April 2011, it revolutionized television. It successfully brought a popular fantasy book series to the screen, appealing to viewers who weren’t typically fans of the genre. Now, many other large-scale fantasy stories are ripe for adaptation, and several have the potential to become even more successful than Game of Thrones.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is packed with Easter eggs – hidden references and nods – to many different Super Mario games, from classic titles to recent releases. The filmmakers did a fantastic job weaving in familiar elements from games like Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island, Super Mario Bros. 3, and Super Mario Wonder.
Keanu Reeves first became famous in 1989 with the comedy Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, and has since starred in many blockbuster films. While he made two Bill & Ted movies, he went on to launch the hugely successful The Matrix and John Wick franchises. He’s also appeared in popular ongoing series like Sonic the Hedgehog and Toy Story. His films have earned over $7 billion worldwide, and his latest movie shows he’s also a hit on streaming platforms.
After achieving critical and popular success with her latest movie – earning a 74% rating on Rotten Tomatoes – Newton is now getting the recognition she deserves for her talent in leading genre films. Her role in The Society particularly showcased her acting range, offering a nuanced and emotionally resonant performance that has helped define the darker, more confident direction of her career.
Despite the original actors being open to coming back, the new season will introduce two fresh lead characters. David Duchovny has revealed he and Ryan Coogler have talked about a possible return, though it’s not confirmed.
Even though The Pitt has received good reviews and ratings, the show will likely have some changes when it returns in 2027. Season 3 will feature a significant change in the cast, and the show’s unique real-time format might not center around a holiday like it did in previous seasons with Labor Day and the Fourth of July. However, Season 3 is still expected to premiere around the same time of year as the first two seasons. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect from the next phase of The Pitt.
Illumination’s follow-up to The Super Mario Bros. Movie premiered on April 1st, just like the first film, releasing mid-week before the Easter holiday. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie brings back many of the original voice actors, including Chris Pratt as Mario, Jack Black as Bowser, Charlie Day as Luigi, and Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach. Joining them are new cast members like Brie Larson as Princess Rosalina, Donald Glover as Yoshi, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., and Glen Powell as Fox McCloud.
The new romantic comedy You, Me & Tuscany, released in theaters on April 10, 2026, features Halle Bailey as a woman who pretends to be engaged to the owner of an Italian villa after being discovered trespassing. This leads to a romance with the owner’s cousin, played by Regé-Jean Page (known from Bridgerton). It’s one of the first major theatrical rom-com releases since the 2023 hit Anyone But You – a modern take on Much Ado About Nothing starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, which earned $220 million on a $25 million budget.