Batman: The Animated Series is widely considered a masterpiece, and it’s easy to see why. It shaped how an entire generation views Batman, brought complex and heartfelt stories to superhero cartoons, and created iconic versions of villains like the Joker, Harley Quinn, Two-Face, and Mr. Freeze. Even today, its distinctive look, serious themes, and dark, atmospheric style continue to inspire DC’s animated projects.
First released in 1982, the film Blade Runner was based on Philip K. Dick’s novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? but wasn’t a commercial success. Its 2017 sequel, Blade Runner 2049, directed by Dennis Villeneuve, also struggled financially, earning $276 million despite costing over $180 million to make.
Since its release on November 14, 2025, The Running Man is now available to rent or buy online. The new adaptation of Stephen King’s story has quickly become one of the most popular films on Prime Video, currently ranking as the fourth best-selling title. This isn’t the first time King’s 1982 novel has been brought to the screen; a movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger was released in 1987.
Season 4 of Fire Country has been intense! After the unexpected death of Vince and Gabriela leaving, the show has consistently kept viewers hooked. The mid-season finale was no exception, significantly raising the tension. When the show returns in February as part of the 2026 TV lineup, expect plenty of drama – we spoke with showrunner Tia Napolitano to get the inside scoop.
In Season 5, Will continues to grapple with understanding his sexuality. The show began exploring his feelings of being different in Season 4, and Season 5 follows his ongoing personal journey. Noah Schnapp recently shared on Watch What Happens Live that the storyline will have a satisfying and genuine resolution, offering a “real, authentic representation.”
According to Flix Patrol, the new movie Him, starring Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers, is now the most popular film on Peacock in the U.S. It quickly rose to the top spot, just one day after its release, surpassing other popular titles like How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Bad Guys 2.
Brainiac is finally making his live-action movie debut, and fans are especially excited to see him in James Gunn’s next DC Universe film. The character first appeared in 1958 in Action Comics #242, created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino.
James Gunn announced that Lars Eidinger will play the iconic DC villain Brainiac in the upcoming film, Man of Tomorrow. This will be the first time Brainiac has ever appeared on the big screen. Filming is scheduled to start in April 2026.
The popular AMC series is returning with its original cast, as well as some new actors, including Timothy Welliver. Over the summer, a photo surfaced showing Welliver in a prisoner’s uniform and shackles, hinting at his new role. A recently released video from the set confirms Welliver will play Dominic McNair, a character who appears to be an antagonist.
Despite the wealth of great science fiction available, some truly exceptional shows remain hidden gems. They’ve either been forgotten over time or only have a dedicated, but small, following. Here are nine series that deserve to be discovered by any fan of sci-fi TV.