Spoiler Alert: This list contains spoilers for House of David Season 2.House of David is again one of the most popular TV shows on Prime in the U.S., even before its global debut this week, on March 27. The biblical biopic stars Michael Iskander as David, the shepherd boy and musician destined to be king. David’s road to the throne is anything but conventional, and as he is brought to the palace of the reigning king, Saul (Ali Suliman), the intrigue and tensions are palpable. Returning for a second season, House of David ramps up the romance and drama and delivers on all fronts.

The female characters in House of David are forces to be reckoned with. From Saul’s queen, Ahinoam (Ayelet Zurer), to a servant girl named Kazia (Inbar Saban), the series is full of intelligent and cunning women. Two new characters enter the storyline this season, with Lyna Dubarry playing a healer named Sara and Joy Rieger as the headstrong and tenacious Dina. The women in House of David have never been more prominent than they are in Season 2. These eight moments showcase the strong writing, directing, and acting that make House of David so dynamic to watch.

Mychal Tries To Stop Loving David for Her Family’s Sake

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When a would-be marriage for Saul’s eldest daughter Mirab (Yali Topol Margalith) ends in disaster, the princess feels her opportunity for marital happiness slipping away. Mirab attempts to take her destiny into her own hands and figures that while she does not love David, he is at least a kind, decent, and good man who would make a suitable husband. She tells her father that, to make up for his cancellation of her first proposal, he could give her to David as a bride.

This maneuver drives a dagger into the heart of her younger sister, Mychal (Indy Lewis), who is in love with David. Their father, the king, is a stubborn man, and once he has made his mind up, there is no changing it. So Mychal, heartbroken as she is, realizes that for her family’s peace and unity, she must try to stop loving David. This task may have been easier for her if it were only her heart on the line, but David also loves her, and every time she is with him, the pain is bitter.

Mychal proves that she is a courageous person who tries to put others before herself. Unlike Mirab, who saw an opportunity and seized it, no matter whom she hurt, Mychal is willing to suffer herself so that others can have peace. Luckily, David has something to say and to do about the situation, but Mychal’s actions to put her sister and David’s well-being above her own speak volumes.

Kazia Works Her Way up the Social Ladder

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Audiences were introduced to Kazia (Saban) in Season 1. As a servant in Saul’s palace, she already has a high ranking position in that she personally attends to the royal family, including the king and queen. Similar to Season 1, Kazia remains a clever and ambitious social climber. She has connections both in and outside the palace and knows how to navigate her way through any situation.

When Saul and Ahinoam (Zurer) have marital discord, Saul makes Kazia his concubine. Kazia knows she now has even more influence over the king and uses that influence to make a bold social statement. When Saul holds a feast to honor Jonathan (Ethan Kai) and Sara’s (Dubarry) marriage, Kazia asks to attend the event as a guest, not a servant. This is extremely taboo and brash, but her influence over Saul is so powerful that he allows it.

Furthermore, Kazia chooses to attend the feast, wearing a necklace that used to belong to the queen. These events start a downward spiral for Ahinoam, and ultimately, she is banished and thrown out of the palace. This is a phenomenal victory for Kazia as Saul has clearly chosen her over his wife. It is only left to wonder how far her ambition will take her and what sway she will command in the palace.

Mirab Supports Mychal

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After David beats the odds, he survives an ambush and a suicide mission set for him by the queen. Saul must now grant David permission to marry Mychal, per his word and the details of their arrangement. Mirab is disappointed, to say the least. The one thing she wanted was not to be embarrassed. David publicly demonstrated that he would rather risk his life to marry Mychal than be coerced into marrying her.

Although devastated, Mirab chooses to support Mychal and be present for her sister on her wedding day. This touching scene is even more poignant because their mother has been exiled, and Mychal is sad not to have Ahinoam there. This time, it is Mirab’s turn to put her own feelings aside and support her sister’s happiness. Later in Season 2, when the truth about David is finally revealed to everyone, including Mychal, Mirab is there for her sister again. She comforts and reassures her, even though everything they hoped for and knew about David has collapsed. Mirab is coming into her power in Season 2, and it shows.

Dina Being Unapologetically Dina in Every Scene

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Joy Rieger joins the House of David cast in Season 2 as Dina. When Prince Eshbaal (Sam Otto) is accused of taking advantage of Dina in Season 1, he is exiled when he refuses to marry her. After being kidnapped and tortured, Eshbaal returns a changed man, and though he has ulterior motives, they are yet to be made known in the series.

Part of Eshbaal’s 180 is now being willing to marry Dina. This choice is a brilliant one for the series and for audiences, as Dina becomes an important character for Season 2. Dina, who was raised by her father as if she were the son he had wanted instead, is different from any other woman Eshbaal has ever met. She is a skilled hunter and tracker and likes being outdoors. Dina is also refreshingly blunt and independent. She lets Eshbaal know in no uncertain terms what her expectations are for him as a husband and what she will and will not do for him as a wife.

Rieger is exceptional as Dina, who is a formidable match for Eshbaal. Though she does not love him, she is intrigued by him and is self-possessed enough to know that she can choose to marry him without feeling dependent. Dina speaks her mind no matter what situation she’s in and refuses to let anyone else tell her what she can or cannot do. When the women in the palace use manipulation and underhanded schemes to get their way, Dina is a therapeutic change in that she is up-front, honest, and frank. She is unlike any of the other women in the series and is destined to be a fan favorite character.

Mychal Chooses To Stay Instead of Leave With David

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Chaos shatters through the palace when the truth is revealed that David is the one chosen by God to be the next king of Israel. This monumental secret has been well-kept from everyone, even Mychal. Shortly after they are married, Mychal learns in an instant that David is the person the prophet Samuel (Stephen Lang) anointed, and her father is trying to kill him.

House of David does a terrific job of giving this moment the complicated and nuanced ethos it deserves. Half of Mychal’s instincts are telling her to flee with her husband, and the other is telling her to stay. Mychal’s feelings and thoughts are a swirling mass of confusion, betrayal, and trepidation. She fears for David’s safety, but at the same time has to acknowledge that he has been hiding this from her the whole time. Contrary to what many sweeping romances would write, Mychal does not follow David. She stays in the palace. It could be that loyalty to her father puts her at odds with loyalty to David, or she feels hurt and afraid and chooses to remain in safety. Either way, David leaves without her, and their fate as a newlywed couple hangs in the balance.

Queen Ahinoam Is Exiled

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Queen Ahinoam is an extremely shrewd person. She is always trying to stay one step ahead of everyone else and find the most advantageous opportunity for her family and herself. Despite all of her conniving and manipulating throughout the series, her house of cards crumbles in Episode 6, “Forged in Fire.”e

Sara Heals More Than Jonathan’s Body

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When Jonathan is wounded, Kazia tells him about a healer of great skill. Jonathan travels to the healer, and while there, the healer’s granddaughter and skilled assistant, Sara, attends to him and saves his life. Jonathan suffers more than just a flesh wound as he is still grieving his first love, Naomi, who died of illness. Pining for his beloved, Jonathan has not been interested in anyone since. That is, until he gets to know Sara.

Like Dina, Sara is unlike any other woman Jonathan has met. Being a healer was rare for a woman, and Sara is very skilled at it. She is also inventive, caring, and kind. As Sara tends to Jonathan, he starts to develop strong feelings for her. Finally working up the courage, Jonathan asks her to marry him. She says no. Sara explains that Jonathan’s heroics in battle inspired her brother so much that he joined the army and was killed as a result. While Sara knows it’s not Jonathan’s direct fault, she can’t help but make the mental connection, especially when she treats Jonathan for an arrow wound, the very same injury that killed her brother.

Jonathan gets some time to brood for a while, but after being encouraged by Samuel to find joy in his life, he realizes that he wants nothing more than to marry Sara. In take two of the proposal, Sara speaks her mind, and unlike other women who have craved riches and power, she does not, and is strongly opposed to the thought of being the next queen. In a shocking moment for Season 2, Jonathan confides in Sara that he knows he will not be king, that God has chosen another.

Trusting Sara with this secret shows how deeply he trusts her and how much he wants to marry her, assuring her that they would never have the pressure of being monarchs. Unlike Ahinoam, who tried to control her husband, Mychal, who doubted her husband, or Mirab, who tried to swindle a husband, Sara proves to be a loyal partner. She states her mind and her thoughts, and meets Jonathan as an equal. As a true partnership, they go forward together in the series, and it is clear why Jonathan could not and would not love any other.

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February 27, 2025

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Prince Harry is reportedly seeking enhanced security to bring Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to the U.K. to visit King Charles.

However, palace sources say they are concerned about the suggestion that the grandchildren could be used as leverage, while the duke’s allies insist the request is about safety, not manipulation.

Any visit, including to Sandringham, appears contingent on security arrangements. At the same time, pressure is growing for Prince Harry and Meghan to be given a “half-in, half-out” royal role out of fear that they may “crash and burn” on their own.

Prince Harry Accused Of Using Children As Leverage While Requesting Enhanced Security For Visit To King Charles

According to The Sunday Times, a source close to Harry says he wants “an enhanced package of security, so he can stay as long as he wants whenever he wants, and see his father with the children.”

The report suggests Harry hopes for an invitation to Sandringham, but any visit would depend on the security arrangements being agreed to.

A source noted, “Would he go? It would depend on who was there. If the king was to say, ‘Come up and spend some time with the family,’ he’d love that.”

But palace insiders have reportedly reacted strongly, saying they would be “horrified by any suggestion of using the king’s grandchildren as a form of bargaining tool.”

The dispute centers on Harry’s insistence that he cannot safely bring his family without increased protection.

Prince Harry And The Palace Reportedly Clashed Over Grandchildren’s Visits And Security

Tensions between Harry and the palace have run high for years. In 2024, friends of the king accused Harry of implying Charles might never see his grandchildren unless security concerns were met.

Harry has argued publicly that Meghan could face serious threats from the press and the public if she returned to the U.K.

According to the Daily Beast, Omid Scobie’s book “Endgame” also recalled Harry telling Charles, “Don’t you want to see your grandchildren again?” after being asked to leave Frogmore Cottage.

At the time, a friend of the king called it “emotional blackmail,” while another noted that denying the children a meaningful relationship with their grandfather could have long-term consequences.

The last time Charles saw Archie and Lilibet in person was during the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, with contact since then largely limited to video calls.

Allies of Harry insist this is about safety, not manipulation, while palace sources have highlighted the potential consequences of mixing private family visits with formal royal security arrangements.

Prince Harry Believes His Father Can Fix His Security Issues

The Sandringham situation adds another layer of complexity. Harry reportedly appears open to visiting on royal grounds, but only if he receives the enhanced security he wants.

The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) has become central to the feud, with both sides blaming the other.

For years, Charles avoided speaking to Harry partly because he was suing the government, and there were fears that private discussions could be misused.

However, according to the Daily Beast, Harry’s camp has argued the dispute isn’t really about security, saying it’s rooted in “power and control” over him rather than real safety concerns.

Sources say the current system works perfectly for the palace: requiring Harry and Meghan to give 28 days’ notice and pre-approve plans “suits the palace down to the ground.”

Harry’s side has asked why Charles doesn’t overrule the committee. Officially, it’s considered “inappropriate,” but sources say the palace doesn’t want them flying in and out freely, showing up unpredictably, or acting like quasi-royals while living outside the institution.

Pressure Mounts For Prince Harry And Meghan Markle To Get ‘Half-In, Half-Out’ Royal Role

Meanwhile, pressure is growing on Charles to offer Harry and Meghan a “half-in, half-out” role within the royal family, allowing them to carry out duties even while living in the U.S.

Tina Brown, former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief, warned that the Sussexes could “crash and burn” financially if such an arrangement isn’t made.

Brown pointed out that Harry and Meghan’s current revenue streams, like their Netflix deal, are “starting to dry up.”

She urged the palace to act before the couple faces serious financial trouble, suggesting they be given a “limited international role” to maintain their royal connections.

Brown made the comments in a recent “Fresh Hell” Substack essay amid reports that Netflix may pivot its royal coverage to Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Book Deal Might Be In Jeopardy

Brown’s claim about Harry and Meghan’s revenue streams drying up comes after a source revealed to NewsNation that Penguin Random House, the publisher behind the duke’s record-breaking memoir “Spare,” is “done” with the couple.

While Harry’s memoir was a global success, selling over 6 million copies, he has yet to write another book, despite signing a multi-book deal worth around $40 million. Instead, he has allegedly been asking for more money after collecting $20 million.

“The executives at Penguin Random House are fielding near weekly calls from Camp Sussex asking for more money,” an industry source said. “They think there are royalties, but there aren’t. Penguin overpaid and, with marketing, printing, and other costs, even with millions of copies sold, they will never earn out or get royalties.”

Another source noted, “Harry has a fundamental disconnect to the concept of money, and certainly that money can, indeed, run out.”

“Penguin Random House is done with (the Sussexes.) It will never publish another book by them. They were (financially) burned,” the source added.

When done right, a miniseries has the potential to overshadow both its longer small-screen counterparts and the best of cinema. With a limited number of episodes to convey their story, these shows often attempt to fit maximum creativity and brilliance into each installment, and that approach has led to some of the most celebrated productions of all time. Sure, not every miniseries is automatically a masterpiece, but the truly great ones are all the more enjoyable because of their contained narratives.

Several great miniseries have graced our screens over the years, especially in the past decade, but only a handful have achieved true perfection. With flawless narratives, performances, and productions, these shows easily rank among the best of all time and are more than worth watching for any fan of great television. From immersive period pieces to creative superhero shows, horror gems to tense dramas, read on to discover our handpicked selection of flawless miniseries where every episode is absolutely perfect, including some of the most acclaimed shows of recent years.

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‘Ripley’ (2024)

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Created, written, and directed by Steven Zaillian, Ripley is a period psychological thriller miniseries adapted from Patricia Highsmith’s Tom Ripley novels. Starring Andrew Scott as the title character, New York City con man Tom Ripley, the show explores his descent into darkness after he is hired to go to Italy and convince the prodigal son of a shipping magnate to return to America. The series also boasts an ensemble supporting cast that includes Dakota Fanning, Johnny Flynn, Eliot Sumner, and more.

Released on Netflix in April 2024 to critical and audience acclaim, Ripley was a popular and highly recommended title at the time of its premiere, debuting at number six on Netflix’s list of top 10 English TV shows. Presented in beautiful black and white, the series is an undeniable masterpiece, boasting supremely polished writing, direction, cinematography, and performances. A visually stunning drama that draws inspiration from classic Italian cinema and Renaissance art, the show earned several accolades, including four Emmy Awards out of thirteen nominations, three Golden Globe nominations, and a Peabody Award.

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‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ (2023)

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Created by Mike Flanagan, The Fall of the House of Usher is a Gothic horror drama miniseries inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, primarily his 1840 short story. The series revolves around pharma billionaire siblings Roderick (Bruce Greenwood) and Madeline Usher (Mary McDonnell), exploring their rise to wealth and power in the 1950s and the eerie present-day events that lead to their family’s inevitable doom. The ensemble cast also includes Carla Gugino, Henry Thomas, Kate Siegel, Rahul Kohli, Samantha Sloyan, T’Nia Miller, Zach Gilford, Willa Fitzgerald, Mark Hamill, and more.

The Fall of the House of Usher was quite well-received by critics at the time of its premiere, and even more so by audiences. A haunting Gothic series that looks at the classic themes of greed and moral decay through a contemporary and timely lens, the show is a gorgeously produced masterpiece with amazing performances and visual design that draw viewers into its chilling world. Arguably one of Flanagan’s best shows yet, the series perfectly balances moving character drama with stomach-turning horror, brilliantly adapting some of Poe’s most iconic works, including popular favorites like “The Raven,” “The Tell-Tale Heart,” and “The Masque of the Red Death.”

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‘Watchmen’ (2019)

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Inspired by the eponymous 1986 DC Comics series by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, Watchmen is a superhero mystery drama series developed by Damon Lindelof that serves as a sequel to the legendary graphic novel series. Set 34 years after the original story, the show follows a series of escalating events in Tulsa, Oklahoma, involving costumed police officers, a mysterious corporation, and a white supremacist group inspired by the vigilante Rorschach. While investigating these troubling incidents, Detective Angela Abar (Regina King) uncovers a decades-spanning conspiracy centered on the all-powerful superhuman, Doctor Manhattan. Don Johnson, Tim Blake Nelson, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Andrew Howard, Louis Gossett Jr., Jeremy Irons, Jean Smart, Hong Chau, and more star in key supporting roles.

A brilliant reimagining of the iconic comics that’s both original and faithful to the source material, Watchmen is a masterfully crafted series that’s essentially a sci-fi conspiracy thriller dressed in the tropes of the superhero genre. The show was universally acclaimed during its original run and has been widely hailed as the greatest superhero show of all time. Its complex writing, gorgeous visuals, and mindblowing performances earned the series a massive number of accolades, including 11 Emmy Awards.

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‘Adolescence’ (2025)

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A British crime drama miniseries created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham, Adolescence follows the story of 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), who is arrested for the murder of a girl at his school. As the story unfolds, we learn more about how the child’s actions may have been influenced by severe cyberbullying and exposure to online misogyny. Graham also stars in the series, playing Jamie’s father, Eddie. The ensemble cast includes Ashley Walters, Erin Doherty, Faye Marsay, Christine Tremarco, and more.

Easily one of the biggest hits of 2025, Adolescence is a gripping crime series that has earned near-universal acclaim for its direction, writing, cinematography, and performances, especially that of its young star. Its powerful, timely story is brought to life in four haunting episodes, each filmed in a single long take. A perfect show without a single weak moment, the series has sparked important conversations about how social media exposes children to unprecedented levels of harmful content and garnered several accolades, including acting Emmy wins for Graham, Cooper, and Doherty.

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‘WandaVision’ (2021)

A Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) miniseries inspired by the Marvel Comics characters Vision and Scarlet Witch, WandaVision was created by Jac Schaeffer and stars Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff / The Scarlet Witch and Paul Bettany as Vision. Set shortly after the events of Avengers: Endgame, the show begins with Wanda and Vision enjoying an idyllic, sitcom-like life in the suburb of Westview, New Jersey, but as time passes, darker secrets come to light about the nature of their new reality. Besides Olsen and Bettany, the series also stars Debra Jo Rupp, Fred Melamed, Kathryn Hahn, Teyonah Parris, Randall Park, Kat Dennings, and Evan Peters.

A genre-bending miniseries that follows a complex mystery story while paying tribute to the history of sitcoms, WandaVision is arguably Marvel’s best show to date. A favorite of critics and audiences alike, the show has been praised for its breathtaking visuals, powerful themes, and great acting. Each episode pays tribute to an iconic era of sitcoms, but underneath that seemingly comedic exterior is a dark, emotionally charged story of magic, mystery, and love.

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‘Chernobyl’ (2019)

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A historical drama miniseries created by Craig Mazin and directed by Johan Renck, Chernobyl is a dramatized exploration of true events surrounding the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Over the course of five episodes, the show recounts the events that led to the disaster, the efforts of first responders who worked to clean up the aftermath, and the sinister cover-up that followed. The series stars an ensemble cast that includes Jared Harris, Stellan Skarsgård, Emily Watson, Paul Ritter, and more.

Chernobyl was easily one of the biggest international successes of 2019, closely followed by audiences around the world during its initial run and widely acclaimed by critics. Though fictionalized, the series is largely true to history, a fact that makes it all the more immersive and suspenseful. Praised for its atmosphere, writing, cinematography, music, and performances, the show earned several accolades, including 10 Emmy Awards out of 19 nominations and nine BAFTAs out of 14 nominations.

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‘When They See Us’ (2019)

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Based on the real-life 1989 Central Park jogger case, When They See Us is a crime drama miniseries created, co-written, and directed by Ava DuVernay. The series explores the lives of the five Black and Latino suspects who were falsely accused of rape and assault, leading to decades of imprisonment for a crime they didn’t commit. The show’s ensemble cast includes Jharrel Jerome, Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Jovan Adepo, Michael K. Williams, Logan Marshall-Green, Joshua Jackson, Blair Underwood, Vera Farmiga, and more.

Released in May 2019, When They See Us was a critical and commercial success, reportedly streamed by over 23 million viewers within its first month. A moving story of systemic injustice and a decades-long fight to right wrongs, the series has been praised for its performances, writing, and direction. A heartbreaking true story, the show received numerous accolades, including 11 Emmy nominations and a Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Limited Series. A companion special hosted by Oprah Winfrey was released in June 2019 that features interviews with the creator, cast, and the real Exonerated Five.

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‘Dracula’ (2020)

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A three-part horror drama inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic 1897 novel, Dracula was developed by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat and stars Claes Bang as the iconic vampire. Beginning with the familiar story of Jonathan Harker’s (John Heffernan) doomed visit to Transylvania, the series explores Dracula’s blood-soaked history, the secret depths of his psyche, and his generations-spanning conflict with the Van Helsing family. Dolly Wells, Morfydd Clark, Joanna Scanlan, Jonathan Aris, Sacha Dhawan, Catherine Schell, Lydia West, and more star in supporting roles.

Dracula first aired on BBC One in the UK over three consecutive days, winning favorable reviews from critics and audiences ahead of its Netflix release. An underrated masterpiece, the series is easily one of the most insightful adaptations of the classic Gothic novel, with an entertaining balance of horror and humor that helps bring new life to the source material. Though it hasn’t quite received the attention it deserves, the show is practically perfect in every way, from its story and performances to its art design and cinematography. It’s a deliciously thrilling watch for fans of the vampire genre.

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2020 – 2020-00-00

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Kim and Khloé Kardashian are reminiscing about their recent Tokyo trip.

In a Saturday, March 28, post to Instagram, Kim, 45, shared a series of photos from the pair’s vacation with her three younger kids, Saint, 10, Chicago, 8, and Psalm, 6. (Kim is also mom to daughter North, 12, whom she welcomed with ex-husband Kanye West.)

“JAPAN THINGS 🇯🇵🕹️👾🏁🥋⚔️,” Kim captioned the post, to which Khloé, 41, replied in the comments section, “We had the BEST time!!!!!!! 💘.”

Khloé, for her part, also shared several memories from the trip via Instagram on Saturday, including an image where she was all smiles with daughter True, 7, and son Tatum, 3. (Khloe welcomed her two kids with ex Tristan Thompson.)

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Kim Kardashian’s kids tagged along on mom’s trip to Tokyo with her casual date, Lewis Hamilton. An eyewitness told Us Weekly on Monday, March 23, that three of Kardashian’s children — Saint, 10, Chicago, 9, and Psalm, 8 — were spotted out and about in Tokyo. It is unclear if Kardashian’s eldest daughter, North, also […]

She captioned the upload, “Tokyo 🇯🇵,” and added in the comments section, “💋💋” and “Muah.”

While on the trip, several social media videos showed Kim walking the streets of Tokyo alongside Khloé and Formula 1 racer Lewis Hamilton. The outing comes weeks after news broke that Kim and Hamilton’s longtime friendship had turned romantic earlier this year.

“She has felt ready to put herself back out there recently,” a source exclusively told Us Weekly in February of Kim and Hamilton’s “casual” relationship.

Later that month, Hamilton and Kim stepped out to attend Super Bowl LX, watching the game from a private box. A second insider exclusively told Us that the pair are “going strong and really happy.”

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“Lewis is head over heels and those closest to him believe he has finally met his match,” the separate source shared. “He has waited over a decade for his dream girl and is crazy about her.”

While Hamilton and Kim have busy schedules, the second insider noted that the pair have continued to keep in touch.

“They are both very committed to making things work no matter how long the distance is or how busy they are,” the second source said, noting that the twosome frequently FaceTime while Hamilton is in the paddock between his F1 races. “Because their relationship started with a friendship first, those closest to them believe this could be endgame for them both.”

Earlier this month, Hamilton made headlines when he reacted to Kim’s look from the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.

“GUCCI GIRL,” Kim wrote via Instagram at the time, alongside a series of behind-the-scenes photos, to which Hamilton replied with a single heart-eyes emoji.

The 1980s saw many major changes to the entertainment industry. One of the biggest shakeups was when President Ronald Reagan deregulated advertising in children’s cartoons, resulting in a new wave of cartoons that could best be called half-hour commercials. This helped accelerate the rise of toy-driven franchises such as The Transformers, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, and G.I. Joe.

Among these juggernauts of popular culture were numerous other television shows that have since faded from public knowledge. However, with how varied and imaginative 1980s cartoons could be, there are more than a few that are worth revisiting.

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‘Dino-Riders’ (1988)

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The Valorians are a peaceful, human-like alien species whose homeworld has been conquered by beast-like aliens called Rulons. One Valorian, Questar (Dan Gilvezan), leads a group to escape the Rulons using experimental time-traveling technology, which sends them and a group of Rulons led by Krulos (Frank Welker) back to prehistoric Earth. Thus, the war continues in this new environment, and both sides, through friendship or enslavement, use dinosaurs to augment their forces.

Dino-Riders is simultaneously stupid and badass, which is what makes the cheesy ’80s show so enjoyable. It knows exactly what it is and goes all in on its premise, giving us a good versus evil plot augmented with dinosaurs mounted with giant lasers. Despite a successful toy line, the show sadly only ran for 14 episodes, but in today’s era of binge-watching, that can be cleared pretty quickly.

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‘Blackstar’ (1981)

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John Blackstar (George DiCenzo) is an astronaut who gets sucked into a black hole and, rather than die, is transported to the planet Sagar in another universe. There, he learns that the planet is ruled by a tyrannical Overlord (Alan Oppenheimer) who seeks to combine two magical swords into a powerful weapon called the Powerstar. John acquires one of the weapons, the Starsword, and joins the rebellion to overthrow the Overlord and maybe find a way home.

Blackstar was one of Filmation’s earliest shows, and in many ways can be looked at as a precursor to He-Man. Still, there’s plenty to enjoy in its 13 episodes, such as its pulp sci-fi plot and the various creatures and magic that bring Sagar to life. The main cast are also pretty well-rounded: John is a good combination of physical and mental abilities, while his allies include a dragon-horse mount named Warlock, a shapeshifter named Klone (Patrick Pinney), and Mara (Linda Gary), an enchantress.

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‘SilverHawks’ (1986)

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Mon*Star (Earl Hammond) is the leader of a galaxy-spanning crime syndicate that terrorizes the Limbo galaxy. To stop him, a team of specialized police officers is assembled and given cybernetic enhancements to become “part metal, part real.” Named the SilverHawks, and led by the officer who originally apprehended Mon*Star, Commander Stargazer (Bob McFadden), the team travel from planet to planet, restoring order and working to bring down Mon*Star’s criminal empire.

SilverHawks was produced by Rankin/Bass, known for their holiday specials and the popular Thundercats cartoon, and while not as iconic as those other accomplishments, there’s plenty to enjoy about the show. The idea of superhero galactic police officers is one that lends itself to a lot of ideas, from galaxy-destroying superweapons to evil clones of the SilverHawks and mundane apprehension and transportation of criminals. It also helps that the characters are fun and memorable in their own ways, such as Bluegrass (Larry Kenney), the only flightless member of the team, who makes up for this with his piloting skills and cowboy persona.

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‘Bravestarr’ (1987–1988)

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The planet of New Texas is rich in a mineral called Kerium, which can be used for interstellar travel. This results in an influx of settlers who come to mine the valuable mineral, but they are plagued by outlaws like the Broncosaur Stampede (Alan Oppenheimer) and his Carrion Bunch gang, led by the wicked Tex Hex (Charlie Adler). Fortunately, New Texas has a hero in the form of Marshal Bravestarr (Pat Fraley), who can call upon spirit animals to give him the strength of a bear, the speed of a puma, the eyes of a hawk, and the ears of a wolf.

Bravestarr was the final show released by Filmation, and what a way to send off such an influential legacy. This show is a good one for them to go out on because it highlights their strengths as a company: the characters have cool designs, and the world is a good mix of science-fiction concepts with cheesy cartoon writing. The best example is Bravestarr’s horse and partner, Thirty/Thirty (Ed Gilbert), who can stand upright and fight the bad guys with his Kerium-powered gun, which he affectionately calls Sara Jane.

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‘Bionic Six’ (1987)

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Jack Bennett (John Stephenson) is a test pilot who is given bionic enhancements by genius roboticist Professor Amadeus Sharp (Alan Oppenheimer), allowing him to fight against the plans of the evil Doctor Scarab (Jim MacGeorge). One day, while vacationing in the Himalayas, Jack and his family are caught in an avalanche that exposes them to radiation, and though Jack is fine, the others fall into comas. Sharp theorizes that Jack’s bionic enhancements protected him from the radiation, so he augments the rest of the family, who join Jack in his heroism.

Bionic Six is what you get when you combine the superhero family dynamic of The Fantastic Four with the sci-fi premise of The Six Million Dollar Man. Each member of the Bennett family is given their own unique enhancement, ensuring that they can work together as an effective team that complements each other, while their varied personalities also lead to realistic conversations when hanging out as a family. The show was animated by TMS Entertainment, the same company behind Akira, so it goes without saying that the animation is gorgeous and highly detailed.

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‘Thundarr the Barbarian’ (1980–1981)

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In the year 1994, a passing celestial object shatters the moon and sets off a chain of events that destroys human civilization. 2000 years later, the survivors now live in a post-apocalyptic world, inhabited by mutants and ruled over by wizards who combine science and sorcery. Amidst this chaos travels three heroes; Thundarr the Barbarian (Robert Ridgely), the wheeler of the Sunsword; Ookla the Mok (Henry Corden), a powerful feline-like mutant; and Princess Ariel (Nellie Bellflower), a powerful sorceress.

Thundarr the Barbarian can best be described as Conan the Barbarian meets Star Wars, and is as glorious as it sounds. Along with playing into beloved sci-fi and sword and sorcery tropes, the show had pretty strong writing that led to engaging episodes, solid action sequences, and inventive character designs courtesy of comic book legends Jack Kirby and Alex Toth. Sadly, the show was prematurely canceled, so the network could push the less violent Laverne & Shirley in the Army, but what we got is sure to entertain anyone looking for a good sword and sorcery adventure.

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‘The Mysterious Cities of Gold’ (1982–1983)

Esteban (Masako Nozawa/Shiraz Adam) is an orphaned Spanish boy who possesses a moon-shaped amulet and the ability to summon the sun. He joins a morally dubious navigator named Mendoza (Isao Sasaki/Howard Ryshpan) on an expedition to the New World to seek out the Seven Cities of Gold, though Esteban hopes to find his missing father. Along the way, they are joined by Zia (Rei Sakuma/Janice Chaikelson), an Inca girl who was kidnapped and taken back to Spain, and Tao (Juko Hori/Adrian Knight), the last member of an ancient civilization.

The Mysterious Cities of Gold combines South American history with intriguing mystery and science fiction elements, resulting in a one-of-a-kind adventure show. You feel like you’re exploring new lands alongside the characters, and get a sense of accomplishment when more and more pieces of the puzzle are revealed. Each episode also had a short segment that went into more detail about some of the topics explored, which ensures that the kids get their mandatory bit of educational value in this essential animated show.

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‘The World of David the Gnome’ (1985)

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David (José María Cordero/Tom Bosley) is a 399-year-old forest gnome doctor who has made it his life’s mission to help any animal, gnome, or human in need. Aided by his loving wife Lisa (Matilde Conesa/Jane Woods), and his fox friend, Swift (Ramón Langa/Vlasta Vrána), he travels the world to help the sick and injured, solve personal problems where he can, and thwart the plans of Hollar (Paco Hernández/A.J. Henderson), a wicked troll. In between his adventures, David loves to educate humans about the secret lives of gnomes.

The World of David the Gnome is one of those shows that managed to combine mandatory educational material with clever writing and inventive scenarios. David’s lessons about gnome culture foster a relationship between him and the viewer and make gnomes feel like a living, breathing culture in a fantastical world, while the adventures draw from mythology and fairy tales to make challenging but lighthearted obstacles for our heroes to overcome. The show also never talked down to kids and knew when to take itself seriously, as best seen in its finale, one of the saddest episodes of any children’s cartoon.

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‘Ulysses 31’ (1981)

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Having successfully negotiated peace on the planet Troy, Ulysses (Osamu Kobayashi/Claude Giraud/Matt Birman) is ready to get back to his home on Earth. However, he accidentally offends the Gods of the Olympus galaxy when he saves his son, Telemachus (Yū Mizushima/Séverine Morisot/Anick Faris), and two blue-skinned aliens, from being sacrificed to a robotic cyclops. Now trapped in the Olympus galaxy, and with his crew frozen in suspended animation, Ulysses must pilot his ship, The Odysseus, from planet to planet until he can find the Kingdom of Hades, where he can hopefully save his crew and get back to Earth.

Ulysses 31 is a stellar example of how to take a famous mythological tale and give it a new spin. Each episode features a creative blending of mythology and sci-fi concepts, brought to life with gorgeous animation courtesy of French and Japanese studios. The writing is where the show really shines, capturing the atmosphere and pathos of a Greek tragedy, which makes you empathize more with the characters and admire how, no matter how much the gods torment him, Ulysses remains committed to his quest to get home.

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‘The Raccoons’ (1985–1992)

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Burt Racoon (Len Carlson) is an impulsive yet big-hearted raccoon living with other anthropomorphic animals in the Evergreen Forest. Most days, he can be found going on adventures with his friends: married couple Ralph (Bob Dermer) and Melissa Raccoon (Linda Feige and Susan Roman), level-headed sheepdog Schaeffer (Carl Banas), and neurotic aardvark Cedric Sneer (Marvin Goldhar). However, the forest is often threatened by Cedric’s father, Cyril Sneer (Michael Magee), a millionaire who is always looking for ways to make a buck and won’t hesitate to exploit the land and people around him to do so.

The Raccoons is one of those shows that is surprisingly more mature and nuanced than it initially seems. The stories covered a wide range of topics, from standard messages for kids like protecting the environment and not smoking, to more complex ones like gambling addictions and adoptions. The characters all grew and changed over the course of the show, with the best example being Cyril, who goes from being a standard greedy villain to a complex antihero shaped by his upbringing.

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Nancy Guthrie has been missing for almost two months, and due to the lack of substantial leads in the investigation, many have used the stagnant developments to push their own conspiracy theories.

One recent rumor has prompted local authorities to directly address it, as the discovery of a woman’s dead body has sparked online speculation it could be the missing 84-year-old.

Police Address Rumors That Woman’s Dead Body Found Is Nancy Guthrie

On Friday, March 28, the Scottsdale Police Department shared a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, regarding the discovery of an unidentified woman’s body in an Arizona canal about 100 miles from Nancy Guthrie’s Tucson home.

“A death investigation is underway after an adult woman’s body was recovered from a canal near Indian Bend and Hayden Roads on March 28th,” the statement began. “Police and fire personnel were first called to the area around 8 a.m. after someone walking along the canal saw the body in the water.”

“Scottsdale detectives and crime scene specialists responded to the scene to collect evidence and thoroughly document the scene,” the statement continued. 

Authorities also shared the condition of the body and confirmed they are working to determine the identity of the dead woman.

“Due to the condition of the body, investigators are initially unable to confirm if there are traumatic injuries present. The investigation is still in the early stages as detectives work to confirm the identity of the person and how they ended up in the canal,” the statement read.

When an X user asked if the unidentified body was connected to Guthrie’s disappearance, the Scottsdale Police Department responded that it was “not related” to Guthrie’s disappearance, which is being led by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.

Retired FBI Agent Shared That Guthrie Investigation Is ‘Much Harder’ As Case Lingers On

On March 17, CBS News spoke with retired FBI supervisory special agent Lance Leising, who told the outlet that it will be difficult to keep the investigation going without any new leads.

“The lack of meaningful leads. That’s the initial thing it says to me,” Leising said of the investigation seemingly being at a standstill. “It becomes much harder to keep the investigation going, keep it current, and fight for new leads.”

However, he did note that the lack of leads doesn’t mean that all hope is lost in finding Guthrie because the process “takes a while.” 

“Maybe you’ve got multiple people within the same DNA family that could potentially be suspects. You have to investigate each one of those independently,” he said. 

“I’d like to be hopeful that — and I’m sure the family is incredibly hopeful — that the silence is because they’re on to something,” Leising continued. “They just need to investigate harder.”

Dates Of Two Surveillance Videos Have Taken Guthrie Investigation In New Direction

According to PEOPLE, investigators are now paying close attention to video footage from the weeks before Guthrie disappeared, specifically on January 11 and January 24. 

Neighbors in her Tucson community say authorities have recently asked about surveillance footage tied to those dates, suggesting they could be the key to determining what led up to Guthrie’s disappearance. 

The January 11 footage was previously requested by authorities, specifically between 9 p.m. and midnight, pointing to a precise window they believe could contain relevant activity.

Additionally, footage from January 31 between 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. was also requested, which was the day before Guthrie was last seen. 

The renewed attention follows previously released footage showing a masked individual at Guthrie’s front door in the early hours of February 1, who was described as having an average build, carrying a backpack, and appearing to be armed.

Pima County Sheriff Reveals Authorities ‘Know Why’ Nancy Guthrie Was Abducted

Sheriff Chris Nanos of the Pima County Sheriff’s Department shared in an interview with NBC News that he and other members of the sheriff’s department believe they “know why” Guthrie was kidnapped from her home.

“We believe we know why [the kidnapper] did this and we believe that it was targeted, but we’re not 100% sure of that,” Nanos said on March 12. “So it’d be silly to tell people, ‘Don’t worry about it. You’re not his target.’ You could be. Don’t think for a minute that because it happened to the Guthrie family, you’re safe. No. Keep your wits about you.”

Speaking about the details of a possible motive, Sheriff Nanos stopped short of sharing them publicly.

“I think it’s come out from day one,” he told NBC News. “I think day one, we had some strong beliefs about what happened, and those beliefs haven’t diminished. I’m not going to get into those theories. We have our beliefs. Everybody else has theirs.”

Savannah Guthrie Announced Her Official Return To The ‘Today’ Show

On Friday, March 27, Hoda Kotb, who conducted Savannah Guthrie’s first sit-down interview since her mother’s disappearance, shared on the “Today” show that she would officially make her return to the show on Monday, April 6.

In the third part of the interview, Savannah explained her decision to return to the show as her mother, who disappeared on February 1, remains missing.

“It’s hard to imagine doing it because it’s such a place of joy and lightness and I can’t come back and try to be something that I’m not,” she said of returning to her co-anchor spot. “But I can’t not come back because it’s my family. I think it’s part of my purpose right now. I want to smile.”

“And when I do, it will be real. And my joy will be my protest. My joy will be my answer,” she continued. “And being there is joyful. And when it’s not, I’ll say so. I have been so grateful to have this family. I consider this my family, my greater family, and when times are hard, you want to be with your family. And I want to be with my family.”

Savannah admitted how difficult it will be to return to airwaves in the midst of such an extreme personal tragedy.

“I don’t know if I can do it. I don’t know if I’ll belong anymore, but I would like to try. I would like to try. I’m not gonna be the same, but maybe it’s like that old poem, more beautiful in the broken places,” she told Kotb.

Fantasy shows have changed a lot in the modern TV era because television now gives storytellers the time to build detailed worlds and follow characters through long journeys. Instead of focusing only on magic or battles, many of these series explore how power, loyalty, and belief influence the choices people make.

Kings fight to keep control, ordinary individuals discover abilities that place them at the center of conflict, and entire societies struggle with forces they barely understand. Therefore, these fantasy shows that I have zeroed in on below balance imagination with meaningful storytelling, and create worlds that are complex and somehow still feel realistic. Lock in.

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‘His Dark Materials’ (2019–2022)

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The story of His Dark Materials begins with Lyra Belacqua (Dafne Keen), a young girl raised within the academic environment of Jordan College in Oxford. Her childhood appears protected by traditions, yet her uncle Lord Asriel (James McAvoy) introduces a discovery that is concerned with a mysterious substance known as Dust. His research suggests that multiple worlds may exist beyond the one Lyra understands.

As Lyra begins traveling beyond the college, she encounters Mrs. Coulter (Ruth Wilson), who gradually reveals his connections to institutions that are determined to regulate knowledge. Lyra’s journey eventually leads her to Will Parry (Amir Wilson), a boy from another world who carries questions similar to her own. Their partnership becomes necessary because each of them holds fragments of a larger truth.

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‘Carnival Row’ (2019–2023)

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Carnival Row takes place in the Burgue, a city attempting to absorb refugees from magical lands destroyed during imperial war. Among these displaced beings is Vignette Stonemoss (Cara Delevingne), a faerie who once fought against human forces before escaping to the city in search of safety. At the same time, detective Rycroft Philostrate (Orlando Bloom) investigates murders connected to rising tension between humans and magical immigrants. His investigation slowly reveals that fear has begun to shape everyday life in the Burgue, placing magical creatures under suspicion. Through this setting, the narrative presents prejudice shaping social order.

As Philo continues his investigation, he uncovers evidence that influential figures benefit from maintaining hostility between communities. Meanwhile, Vignette joins groups resisting the restrictions imposed on magical refugees. These responses reveal two different approaches to injustice: reform within the system and rebellion against it.

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‘Britannia’ (2018–2021)

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Britannia begins during the Roman invasion of the British Isles, where competing tribal groups struggle to defend their land against the organized power of Rome. One of the central figures is Cait (Eleanor Worthington-Cox), a young girl chosen by the Druids to undergo training that separates her from ordinary tribal life. Her journey gradually reveals the influence that spiritual leaders maintain over the region’s political decisions. At the same time, Roman commander Aulus Plautius (David Morrissey) attempts to conquer the territory through strategy and psychological manipulation. These parallel forces introduce belief guiding political authority.

As the invasion continues, Roman discipline clashes with the spiritual traditions that guide the tribal communities. Cait’s training forces her to confront difficult choices about loyalty and sacrifice, while Aulus seeks control through calculated displays of power. These opposing methods gradually reveal how leadership can emerge from both faith and ambition. Through this tension, the series presents power shaped by belief systems and shows how societies organize themselves around different ideas of authority.

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‘The Witcher’ (2019– )

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The story of The Witcher follows Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill), a monster hunter who travels across kingdoms offering protection from supernatural threats. His work places him on the edges of society, since many people fear the very abilities that allow him to protect them. During his journeys, he encounters Yennefer of Vengerberg (Anya Chalotra), a sorceress whose search for control over her own destiny leads her into complex political alliances. Their lives gradually intersect with Princess Ciri (Freya Allan), whose lineage places her at the center of competing powers. Together, their stories reveal destiny influencing individual choices.

With time, the political structure of the Continent becomes increasingly unstable. Kings, sorcerers, and secret organizations all attempt to control Ciri because her future may reshape the balance of power. Geralt, who initially tries to avoid political involvement, discovers that neutrality becomes impossible when destiny binds individuals together.

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‘Shadow and Bone’ (2021–2023)

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Shadow and Bone takes place in Ravka, a kingdom divided by a dangerous region of darkness known as the Shadow Fold. Within this unstable landscape lives Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li), a soldier whose hidden power suddenly reveals itself during a military mission. Her ability to summon light attracts the attention of General Kirigan (Ben Barnes), a powerful leader who claims to protect the kingdom from supernatural threats. Through Alina’s discovery, the narrative introduces power awakening within ordinary lives.

As Alina begins training among Ravka’s magical elite, she learns that her abilities place her within a political struggle far larger than her personal history. Kirigan presents himself as a guardian of the realm, yet his ambitions gradually reveal a desire to reshape the kingdom through control of the Fold. While Alina struggles to understand her role, criminals such as Kaz Brekker (Freddy Carter) pursue their own plans within the same world.

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‘American Gods’ (2017–2021)

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The narrative of American Gods begins when Shadow Moon (Ricky Whittle) leaves prison and accepts employment from a mysterious traveler named Mr. Wednesday (Ian McShane). As they move across the United States, Wednesday reveals that ancient gods brought by immigrants now struggle to survive in a society that has forgotten them. These forgotten deities face competition from modern forces representing technology, media, and surveillance. Through this premise, the series presents a belief sustaining divine existence.

As Shadow travels with Wednesday, he gradually discovers that the conflict between old and new gods extends beyond mythology into the structure of modern life. Each deity survives only as long as people continue to believe in the ideas it represents. Meanwhile, Wednesday prepares for a larger confrontation intended to restore influence to the older powers.

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‘The Magicians’ (2015–2020)

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The Magicians begins with Quentin Coldwater (Jason Ralph), a young man whose fascination with fantasy literature leads him to discover that magic exists within a hidden academic institution known as Brakebills University. Once admitted, Quentin learns that magical ability requires discipline rather than imagination alone. Alongside classmates such as Alice Quinn (Olivia Taylor Dudley), he studies complex spellcraft that gradually reveals the risks associated with manipulating reality. These lessons introduce knowledge requiring discipline.

As Quentin and his friends advance in their training, they discover that magical education exposes them to threats from both supernatural entities and their own mistakes. The group eventually encounters a dangerous figure known as the Beast, whose power shows what happens when magical ability operates without restraint. Through these experiences, the students realize that their education carries consequences beyond personal achievement. The series, therefore, presents power demanding accountability.

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‘House of the Dragon’ (2022– )

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House of the Dragon centers on the ruling family of Westeros during a period when the Targaryen dynasty commands both political authority and dragon power. King Viserys I (Paddy Considine) attempts to maintain stability by naming his daughter Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) as heir to the Iron Throne. However, this decision introduces tension among nobles who question whether a woman should inherit such authority. Through this succession dispute, the narrative establishes inheritance shaping political conflict.

As Viserys grows older, rival factions within the royal court begin preparing for the moment when the throne becomes vacant. Queen Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) promotes the claim of her own son, while Rhaenyra attempts to protect her position as the chosen heir. Dragons remain powerful symbols of Targaryen authority, yet their political alliances ultimately determine who may command them.

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‘Stranger Things’ (2016–2025)

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Stranger Things begins in the town of Hawkins when a young boy named Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) disappears under mysterious circumstances. His disappearance leads his friends, including Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard), to encounter Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), a girl with unusual psychic abilities who has escaped from a secret government laboratory. As they search for Will, the group discovers the existence of the Upside Down, a parallel dimension connected to dangerous creatures. This discovery introduces hidden worlds affecting ordinary life.

As the series progresses, government experiments and supernatural forces repeatedly threaten Hawkins. The children grow older and continue to confront dangers originating from the Upside Down. Their friendships become essential for survival, since each character contributes different abilities and perspectives. Through their cooperation, the narrative demonstrates the community resisting external threats, showing how loyalty and trust can allow individuals to confront forces beyond their control.

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‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

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Game of Thrones begins with the noble Stark family of the North, particularly Eddard Stark (Sean Bean), who accepts the position of Hand of the King in the capital city of King’s Landing. His arrival exposes him to a political system where alliances shift quickly, and personal ambition often overrides loyalty. At the same time, Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke) begins her own journey across the eastern continent after losing her family’s throne. These parallel narratives introduce power pursued through rival claims.

As the story expands, multiple houses compete for control of the Iron Throne while ancient threats emerge beyond the northern wall. Characters such as Jon Snow (Kit Harington) confront dangers that challenge the political struggles dominating the southern kingdoms. Through shifting alliances and unexpected betrayals, the series gradually reveals how the pursuit of authority often leads to instability.

The last few years have been great for the horror genre, not only movies like Weapons, Bring Her Back, MaXXXine, and more entertained audiences in theaters and later at home, but features like The Substance, Frankenstein, and Sinners have made a mark during the Oscars as well. Horror fans around the world are having a great time with numerous original ideas making it to the big screen as well as franchises like Scream, Terrifier, 28 Years Later, and more bringing out fresh installments.

Further, Michael B. Jordan and director Ryan Coogler made history at this year’s Oscars with their supernatural horror, Sinners. The movie went on to bag 18 nominations and won four, including Best Actor for Jordan, who played dual roles, and Best Original Screenplay for Coogler. It’s brilliant to see that a movie is not only loved by the critics but is appreciated by fans as well, which is reflected in its Rotten Tomatoes scores – 97% from critics and 96% from audiences. As for its earnings, it made $370 million worldwide against a $100 million budget.

Now, the movie has added another feather to its cap. Sinners has maintained its top spot on HBO Max for more than 55 days and on Amazon Prime for more than 60 days, as per FlixPatrol. This is a testament to fans’ love for the movie and its themes. Sinners beautifully blends historical realism, blues music, and supernatural elements. It’s visually stunning as Coogler decides to continuously play with the aspect ratio and deeper themes of cultural appropriation, resilience, and cultural erasure. However, the musical elements in the feature are a clear standout. It has a brilliant cast consisting of strong performers, including Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, and Delroy Lindo.

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Fans are eager to see what Coogler has in store for them next, and the answer is simple: The X-Files reboot. The series is currently getting many interesting updates. Gillian Anderson recently spoke to Collider about Coogler’s vision:

“I think he’s incredibly talented, and I think he’s one of the only people who can do something unique and do it justice, and he’s completely obsessed with the series. He’s one of the most talented filmmakers who’s out there. The fact that Chris [Carter] has him as the person who’s going to be involved in the franchise is awesome, and a huge gift. You guys will see what he has in mind, and I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.”

Sinners is available to stream on HBO Max and Prime Video. Stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.

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Bethenny Frankel doesn’t need caffeine to energetically show off a product she loves, but in this case, it came in handy. The entrepreneur and Real Housewives of New York City alum highlighted an espresso machine that’s affordable and mighty. The beginner-friendly gadget will have you creating lattes, cappuccinos and other concoctions like a pro in no time.

“I love all my coffee makers, but I was just like, ‘she’s got something,’” Frankel said in a TikTok video. “She’s tiny and tough.”

The Hamilton Beach Slide & Lock Espresso Maker is “no-nonsense, affordable perfection,” according to Frankel’s website. We can see why she thinks so, starting with the fact that it’s currently on sale for $155 on Amazon.

Get the Hamilton Beach Slide & Lock Espresso Maker for $155 (originally $188) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

This coffee shop-quality machine features a 15-bar Italian pump to get the most flavor out of your favorite espresso. It has a patented portafilter (where the espresso goes) that locks to the side, so it’s easier to access. Plus, it has two of those portafilters, so you can brew two at once.

You won’t need a separate milk frother to create barista-quality cappuccinos, either. The Hamilton Beach machine comes with a built-in swiveling frothing wand, complete with an adjustable steam dial. Whether you want to make thick foam or simply steam milk, the wand is necessary for standout sips.

In her video, Frankel made a latte and approved of the outcome. If you take your coffee seriously, too, you’ll appreciate how this espresso maker provides all the dials and buttons you need, conveniently located at the front of the machine.

Frankel isn’t the only who agrees that this Hamilton Beach gadget makes an impressive espresso. Amazon shoppers are giving it their thumbs up.

“Love this espresso machine! It matches our kitchen great with a cute little retro touch. It also makes great espresso at home, in my opinion,” a verified purchaser shared. “I would buy this again when mine stops working.”

“I am making perfect cappuccinos with this machine two to three times a day,” one five-star reviewer wrote. “If it holds up to this usage load, it will be one of the great purchases of my life.”

If there’s one thing Frankel won’t do, it’s sugarcoat her opinion. So, we know that this “no-nonsense” espresso machine is worth trying out!

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