Amazon Prime Video's fast-paced, thrilling spy series Mr. and Mrs. Smith It was a pleasant surprise in its first season, and now the streamer has chosen to renew it for a 2nd season. Based on the 2005 film of the same name starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, the series follows two secret agents who must pose as a couple to complete dangerous missions for their mysterious employer. Donald Glover and Maya Erskine star as the eponymous couple, and their fascinating relationship grows over the first season's eight episodes. Critics praised the series, and special attention was given to the…
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Building on the success of the first two seasons, the animated superhero series Invincible promises to be even bigger in season 3. Based on the comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman, the show follows ordinary teenager Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun) who lives in the shadow of his superhero father, until he starts developing powers on his 17th birthday. and discovers his father's dark legacy. Offering a subtle and nuanced view of superheroes, Kirkman's Invincible comics were the perfect fodder for an original series as comic book movies and franchises became more introspective. The first season of…
The Prime Video remake of Cruel intentions added a modern twist to the ’90s classic, but will it be renewed for a second season? Created by Phoebe Fisher and Sara Goodman (based on the 1999 film), the series is about two wealthy half-siblings who attend a prestigious private college in Washington DC. Determined to preserve their important social status at school, the duo bets on each other to seduce the vice president’s daughter and help save the school’s fraternities and sororities. Full of social commentary and steamy romance, Cruel intentions tried to surpass the original cult success. When the long-awaited…
Disney’s beloved hero returned in his first sequel, Moana 2at the end of 2024, but the blockbuster series will continue in Moana 3? Starting with the film of the same name in 2016, Disney introduced the world to Moana, an early resident of the island of Motunui in ancient Polynesia. Determined to fix the plague that is affecting her land, Moana embarks on a dangerous sea voyage to return Te Fiti’s heart to its rightful owner. Along the way, she teams up with the playful demigod Maui and learns an important lesson about herself and her people. Unsurprisingly, the musical…
The ambitious spin-off Law and Order: Organized Crime It changed the face of the TV franchise in its first four seasons, and Season 5 is on the way with a big change. Premiering in 2021, the series follows Detective Elliot Stabler as he joins the NYPD’s elite Organized Crime division to take down international criminals operating in the city. Unlike previous series in the franchise Organized crime utilizes a serialized story structure that follows an arc over an entire season and more. Furthermore, the series also focuses exclusively on Detective Stabler and explores his internal struggles. Like every Dick Wolf…
The titular character in Moana has been one of Disney’s most exciting and original princesses since her debut in the 2016 film, but it’s not clear to all viewers how old the character is supposed to be. Released to overwhelming critical praise, the Oscar-nominated film chronicles the adventures of Moana and combines Disney animation with Polynesian culture for a unique cinematic experience. In addition to the beautiful visuals and strong writing, it is the title character that makes the film stand out. Characters have always been Disney’s strong suit, but the addition of Moana as one of its official princesses…
THE Moana The explained ending shows why the success of modern animation helped define the new era of Disney princess films. Debuting in 2016, Moana follows the title character as she leaves her Polynesian island of Motunui to return the magical heart to the goddess Te Fiti to restore balance to nature. As with most Disney animated films, Moana tells an impeccable story that is brilliantly written to appeal to audiences of all ages. In addition to its visuals and narrative, the film also features a memorable soundtrack of instantly recognizable songs. Moana was praised upon its release, enjoyed great…
The Hallmark Channel original series The way home is an interesting departure from the network’s usual fare and was recently picked up for a third season. Starring the award-winning Andie MacDowell, the series is about three generations of women from the Landry family who live together in a small Canadian town. Outside of the usual domestic conflicts found in any family, the Landrys are also time travelers who exist at different points in history across the lake they own. Taking a page from programs like Outlander, The way home introduced unconventional elements without sacrificing its welcoming atmosphere. Mainly anchored by…
Disney+ found unlikely success with 2023 superhero drama, Movingand now the hit Korean series is finally returning for season two. Written by Kang Full (based on his webtoon of the same name), the series is about a trio of high school students who, along with their parents, discover that they have developed superpowers. Complete with the usual trappings of a superhero story, Moving also integrates the political tensions between North and South Korea, adding a unique twist to the genre that literally cannot be found in any other nation’s superhero content. It was clear from the end of Moving season…
Mattel’s beloved franchise Masters of the Universe is returning to the big screen for the first time since 1987, and there are already plenty of exciting updates about the new live-action film. Debuting in 1982 with the eponymous cartoon and best-selling toy line, the sword and sorcery franchise follows Prince Adam (aka He-Man), who defends the planet Eternia from the dastardly Skeletor and his minions. Although the series was designed to sell toys Masters of the Universe grew to become one of the most popular media franchises of the 1980s. In addition to the 130-episode cartoon series that ran from…