36 Years Ago, Star Trek Delivered a Surprising Character Return (And Gave Birth to an Iconic Meme)

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On February 5, 1990, Star Trek: The Next Generation brought back the mischievous character Q, played by John de Lancie, in the episode “Deja Q.” However, this time Q wasn’t all-powerful or immortal. The episode is also famous for a now-iconic reaction shot of Captain Jean-Luc Picard, played by Sir Patrick Stewart, which has become a memorable moment not just in Star Trek, but in pop culture – it’s known as the Picard Facepalm.

A Superman Star’s Overlooked Sci-Fi Movie Just Landed on Free Streaming

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The 2015 film Equals features Nicholas Hoult as Silas, a man living in a future world where emotions are suppressed and considered an illness. His life changes when he meets Nia (Kristen Stewart), another resident who, like him, begins to experience feelings. Also starring Guy Pearce and Jacki Weaver, the movie didn’t receive rave reviews, but it’s still enjoyable thanks to its unique visual style and Hoult’s acting. You can now watch it for free on Tubi as of February 1st.

Pirates of the Caribbean 6 Plan Reportedly Revealed: Jack Sparrow’s Son, Margot Robbie, & What About Johnny Depp?

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Jeff Sneider, a well-connected industry source, revealed some details about Pirates of the Caribbean 6 in his latest newsletter. The script is being written by Krysty Wilson-Cairns, who has received an Oscar nomination. The story will reportedly focus on Jack Sparrow’s son and a new character played by Margot Robbie, who was previously considered for a separate Pirates film. The goal is to create a movie that feels like the original Pirates films, but with a fresh, updated feel and a more controlled budget. Disney’s new CEO, Josh D’Amaro, and the company’s president and Chief Creative Officer, Dana Walden, are reportedly making this film a high priority.

Elio: Pixar’s Underrated Sci-Fi Gem Gaining Recognition On Streaming

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Pixar has faced challenges since the release of Onward, which didn’t perform well in theaters because of the pandemic. While they’ve made some good films since then, none have reached the same level of success as their earlier hits, with Inside Out 2 being the exception. Elio, Pixar’s sole release for 2025, is now gaining appreciation on streaming services after a disappointing run in cinemas.

David Ellison Warns of “Monopolistic” Netflix in Open U.K. Letter as Paramount Pushes WBD Bid

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As a huge movie fan, I just read an interesting open letter from the head of Paramount Global. He basically shared his thoughts on where the film industry is headed, and he’s a little worried about how much power Netflix is gaining. He was writing to people in the UK creative scene, urging both regulators and filmmakers to be aware of this shift and think about the future.