Horror has to sell dread. One image. One concept. One tone. One trailer beat that makes you feel the movie has an actual nightmare inside it instead of just release-date confidence. That is why the upcoming horror rankings are so fun and so dangerous. 2026 has a weirdly strong spread for that kind of anticipation.

There is a DC body-horror gamble in Clayface, a new Evil Dead, another trip into The Further, Ice Cream Man, and Resident Evil. So this ranking is not about the most important franchise or biggest IP but about which ones, right now, most strongly feel like they know what flavor of fear they want to be.

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‘Passenger’ (2026)

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Passenger is last only because the anticipation feels promising rather than feverish. André Øvredal is a real asset here, and the setup is nasty in a clean, efficient way: a young couple witnesses a horrific crash, then realizes they did not leave the scene alone. Paramount has it set for May 22, 2026, and the released synopsis leans hard into a demonic stalker premise, which is absolutely workable horror fuel.

What keeps it here is not lack of interest but that the movie still feels one trailer beat away from becoming either a brutal little road-horror winner or a solid programmer people half-forget by November. Øvredal’s best work, The Autopsy of Jane Doe, has a way of making the ordinary feel spiritually wrong, and that is why I am in. But among this group, Passenger is the one I want to see without quite feeling possessed by yet. It sounds good. The top six sound a little more dangerous.

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‘Scary Movie’ (2026)

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Scary Movie is a relatively weird entry because it is not horror in the straight sense, it is horror appetite rerouted through parody, but I am still very curious. Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans returning matters. That is the whole hook. The first two Scary Movie films worked because they did not just spoof titles. They understood how horror eras behave, how slashers stage panic, how teen-horror melodrama performs seriousness, how the audience’s familiarity with the beats can become its own joke engine. The 2026 film, due June 5, brings back Anna Faris and Regina Hall too, which gives it a real nostalgic pulse rather than generic reboot smell.

What stops it going higher is simple: parody has a lower anticipation ceiling for me than actual dread unless the marketing proves it has vicious comic aim. Still, the cast return is strong, and the broader target list, modern horror touchstones plus legacy slasher material, gives it a decent chance of feeling alive instead of embalmed. If this thing is mean and fast and stupid in the right ways, it could be one of the year’s most fun crowd movies. I just do not feel the same “I need this now” pull that I do with the top five.

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‘Ice Cream Man’ (2026)

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Ice Cream Man sounds completely deranged, which is a compliment. Eli Roth has said it is one of his most extreme projects, and the basic hook is already poisonous enough to do real damage: an idyllic suburban town starts collapsing into madness when kids eat from a sinister ice cream truck and turn homicidal. It opens August 7, 2026, and the first wave of coverage has leaned into killer-kid chaos, grotesque practical nastiness, and a kind of summer-suburbia corruption that feels very playable if the tone lands.

The premise is instantly legible and instantly upsetting as well. Ice cream trucks are supposed to mean reward, noise, neighborhood childhood ritual. Turning that into a slaughter mechanism is exactly the kind of broad, primal corruption horror thrives on. The only reason it is not higher is that Eli Roth is always a volatility bet. He can go all the way into cartoon excess and lose the deeper sickness. But this setup is so strong that even an over-the-top version of it could still absolutely rip.

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‘Clayface’ (2026)

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This is the one that fascinates me more every time I think about it. A DC movie doing full-on body horror with Matt Hagen, releasing October 23, 2026, is such a gloriously impolite swing. The public framing around the film has emphasized that it is not a camp joke but a stripped-down horror project, and the teaser rollout has leaned directly into melting-face imagery and transformation grotesquerie. That is exactly the correct instinct. If you are making Clayface, it should feel diseased, humiliating, physical, and tragically vain all at once.

The reason Clayface ranks this high for me is that it already feels like it knows its lane. It is not trying to pass as a generic superhero spinoff with horror seasoning. It appears to be leaning into the actual horror of mutability, performance, and bodily collapse. And there is something inherently rich about a movie built around an actor whose body becomes infinitely plastic in the worst possible way. That is monster material, vanity material, and tragedy material at once. If it really goes for the sadness under the slime, this could be one of the weirdest studio horror plays of the year.

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‘Evil Dead Burn’ (2026)

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Evil Dead Burn had to land high. A new Evil Dead movie already starts with house credit if you care about horror. But what pushes Evil Dead Burn into top-three anticipation is that the project sounds like it understands the franchise’s best lesson: take one pressure-cooker family or social space, infect it with Deadite escalation, and do not stop once the body horror starts getting unreasonable. The current setup, a family reunion turning into hell after a mother’s son dies, feels intimate enough to hurt and broad enough to get hideous. It opens July 10, 2026.

And honestly, the title helps. Burn sounds harsher than Rise, less urban-operatic, more punishing, more elemental. I do not need every Evil Dead entry to reinvent the franchise. I need it to find a fresh pressure zone and then commit to the filth. The trailer coverage suggests exactly that: family reunion from hell, severe gore, Deadites doing what Deadites do best, turning people into unrecognizable betrayals of themselves. That is enough to get me highly excited. This franchise, when it is healthy, understands that horror can be disgusting and gleeful and emotionally mean all at once.

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‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ (2026)

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Insidious: Out of the Further is the highest franchise-sequel ranking here because the Insidious movies know something a lot of long-running horror series forget: the dream-space is the hook, but the hook only keeps working if it still feels like a spiritual trespass. Out of the Further is due August 21, 2026, and the trailer coverage has already leaned into a fresh family setup, Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye), and the continued use of that awful astral geography where the films either sing or die. When Insidious works, it gives you a very specific kind of horror, not just jump scares, but the sense that your home, your body, and your child are only thin walls away from another plane’s appetite.

I can already feel the movie’s basic terror mechanism firing again. The dental-exam imagery from the early trailer coverage is exactly the kind of mundane-to-abysmal transition this franchise thrives on. More than that, the series has earned real goodwill by building a recognizably nasty metaphysical zone. The Further is one of modern studio horror’s better recurring spaces because it feels both theatrical and genuinely wrong. If this film gives us one or two great new entries in that nightmare architecture, it could absolutely be one of the year’s best crowd scares.

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‘Resident Evil’ (2026)

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Resident Evil had to be number one. Not because franchise loyalty alone deserves it, but because Zach Cregger taking Resident Evil is exactly the kind of horror-director/IP collision that can generate real electricity. Sony has it dated for September 18, 2026, and the public framing so far has emphasized a story running alongside the Raccoon City outbreak rather than simply retelling the most famous game plots beat-for-beat. That is smart. It gives the reboot room to feel faithful in atmosphere while still finding its own desperate corridor to run down.

What makes this the most exciting upcoming horror film for me is that Cregger already proved he understands how to turn familiar spaces into humiliation chambers of dread. And Resident Evil, at its best, is exactly that, architecture, infection, panic, failed systems, monstrous interruption, people realizing too late that they entered the wrong building on the wrong night in the wrong century of corporate sin. If the movie really honors the games by leaning into trapped-space terror, outbreak escalation, and creature encounters that feel gross before they feel cool, this could be the first live-action Resident Evil movie in a long time that actually feels haunted by the series’ survival-horror DNA instead of just borrowing the names. That possibility alone puts it at number one.

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September 18, 2026

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Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, Miri Yoon, Robert Kulzer, Roy Lee

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History buffs, World War II-era aficionados, and fans of Tom Hanks began the week with a bang. On Memorial Day, the History Channel premiered its epic, 20-episode documentary series World War II with Tom Hanks. Unsurprisingly, the series climbed to the upper tier of the domestic iTunes chart within a day. It now trails only Rick & Morty, while pacing ahead of popular titles such as Jack Ryan, Westworld, and Dutton Ranch. Hanks’ fascination with World War II history is well-known, and he has taken every opportunity to express it via his art. He famously starred in Steven Spielberg‘s groundbreaking movie Saving Private Ryan, and over two decades later, headlined a new kind of WWII blockbuster.

This film, which was released on Apple TV after being offloaded by Sony and denied a theatrical release, has emerged as a streaming sensation. Hanks once expressed his heartbreak about the movie never seeing the inside of a theater, but he seems to have made his peace with the turn of events and is now working on a sequel. Hanks and Spielberg continued their creative partnership following Saving Private Ryan not by making more movies for themselves, but by producing epic shows that are now considered among the best of all time. The streak began with Band of Brothers, which is charting domestically as we speak, even 25 years after its release on HBO. It was followed by The Pacific, which was also released on HBO, and the more recent Masters of the Air, which cost $250 million and premiered on Apple TV.

Tom Hanks’ Streaming Hit Has Passed a Massive Milestone

Which brings us back to Hanks’ streaming super-hit. We’re talking, of course, about Greyhound. Directed by Aaron Schneider, the film follows a tense naval standoff between Allied ships and enemy vessels in a particularly fierce and unprotected part of the Atlantic. The movie cost a reported $50 million to produce, and was picked up by Apple TV for $70 million. The investment appears to have paid off, with Greyhound having now hit a massive milestone. According to FlixPatrol, the movie has spent 700 days on the streamer’s domestic leaderboard, which happens to be more than any film currently charting, besides The Family Plan. Greyhound received better reviews than the Mark Wahlberg-led comedy, and is now sitting at a “Certified Fresh” 78% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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July 9, 2020

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Aaron Schneider

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Gary Goetzman, Nori Chia

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“Euphoria” ended its third season with a finale that leans into the show’s signature intensity, blending emotional turmoil and heightened drama. As the story reached its final chapter, tensions among the characters came to a head, delivering an unsettling farewell that stays true to the show’s tone.

Series creator Sam Levinson has confirmed that “Euphoria” concludes with Season 3 and shared how he brought the characters’ arcs to a purposeful close.

Warning: This article contains spoilers for the “Euphoria” series finale.

On May 31, Season 3, Episode 8 of “Euphoria,” titled “In God We Trust,” premiered, marking the end of the hit series. The show ended with multiple character deaths, including Rue (Zendaya), delivering a devastating final episode.

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Laurie (Martha Kelly), the school teacher-turned-drug lord, found herself trapped as DEA agents raided her compound. Not wanting to face the consequences of her actions, she dies by suicide.

Rue met her end tragically after overdosing on pain pills laced with fentanyl, which was provided by the season’s main antagonist, Alamo Brown (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje).

As a result, Rue’s sponsor, Ali (Colman Domingo), seeks revenge. In a dramatic western-style shootout, Ali shoots Alamo to death at the Silver Stripper strip club. Alamo’s right-hand man, G (Marshawn Lynch), also met his end at the hands of Ali.

‘Euphoria’ Actors Discuss The Finale

Ever since his introduction, Alamo Brown has been a standout character of #Euphoria S3. Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje has played him very well! It’s crazy how Alamo can be charming despite being the villain & how menacing he is pic.twitter.com/LcncWuJnJl

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In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Akinnuoye-Agbaje discussed his character’s actions, saying, “He likes the Chess game. When he identifies that Rue is a snitch and a traitor, he’s already made up his mind that he’s going to deal with her in a way that best serves him productively, but also serves his sadistic nature.”

Akinnuoye-Agbaje noted that while he found Alamo an “amazing character” to portray on screen, he was pleased to say goodbye. “I’m happy to leave him with the voracious fans,” he added.

Kelly, on the other hand, said Laurie’s end affected her when she learned the outcome. While she admitted that it was “disturbing,” she also enjoyed doing a stunt. “I never do anything dangerous. I’m not Tom Cruise, but I love doing stunts,” she said, adding that she will never forget the experience.

Sam Levinson Had A Different End In Mind

In an interview with The New York Times’ podcast “Popcast,” “Euphoria” creator Sam Levinson said he had a different ending in mind when writing Season 3 in 2023. However, he changed the script following the death of Angus Cloud, who portrayed drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill. Cloud died of an accidental overdose in July 2023 at just 25 years old.

“Once he passed away, I had to reconceive the script and I thought, you can’t tell a story about addiction today without the very real consequences. Most people don’t get a second chance,” Levinson explained, adding that while he loved Rue, he also wanted the viewers to feel like they were “in the position of a family member who loses someone that they love.”

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The “Euphoria” showrunner added that the series finale was a way to honor Cloud.

The Showrunner On Glamorizing Addiction

Elsewhere in the podcast interview, Levinson was asked about some “Euphoria” viewers possibly glamorizing drug use and addiction. Admittedly, the showrunner said it’s something he has thought about, and while the show displays the “seduction of these illicit behaviors,” they also expose the consequences.

While many lauded “Euphoria” for depicting the reality of substance abuse, some, including the anti-drug program D.A.R.E., criticized the show for romanticizing drug use and violence.

“I think it’s always a fine line. Have we gotten it right 100 percent of the time? I don’t know. But I think we have shown the psychological, physical, and spiritual consequences of addiction in all of its forms better than almost anything else out there,” Levinson explained, adding that having done so “helps him sleep at night.”

‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Is The Series’ Conclusion

Both HBO and Levinson have confirmed that Season 3 is the end of “Euphoria.” The show debuted its first season in 2019, followed by Season 2 almost two years later. The four-year gap between Season 2 and Season 3 was the result of personal tragedies, industry strikes, and scheduling conflicts for the main cast.

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While Zendaya was already a household name when she joined “Euphoria,” several of her co-stars, including Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, and Hunter Schafer, saw their careers rise significantly after appearing in the series.

As for the show, Levinson said Season 3 wraps up the story. “In terms of the story that we set out to tell, which is a story about addiction and its consequences, this feels like the end to me.”

After Euphoria viewers questioned what exactly happened between Alamo and Maddy, the show’s presumed series finale clarified whether they had a sexual relationship.

During the Sunday, May 31, episode, Maddy (Alexa Demie) visited Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje) at his strip club after striking a deal with him in the past to save Nate’s (Jacob Elordi) life. Cassie’s (Sydney Sweeney) husband died anyway but now Maddy was in debt to Alamo, which he wasn’t in the mood to collect in the finale.

Instead, Alamo contemplated his life choices before making a move on Maddie. More specifically, he propositioned Maddy by asking her to have his kids so he could have a more wholesome family life instead of running drugs and other seedy ventures.

Alamo then started to touch Maddy — who got on his lap — but the scene cut out before the viewer saw what happened next. It was at that point that Ali (Colman Domingo) started to shoot up the club to get Alamo’s attention. Despite the interruption, the audience was meant to assume that Maddy gave in to Alamo’s advances — albeit briefly — in order to keep herself alive.

Related: What Happened Between Euphoria’s Maddy and Alamo? Confusion Explained

Euphoria has caused a lot of confusion for viewers throughout the seasons — and now they are asking what exactly took place between Maddy and Alamo. Ahead of the season 3 finale, Maddy (Alexa Demie) had to ask Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje) for money after Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) found out that Nate (Jacob Elordi) only had […]

The confirmation came after a past episode had viewers confused. In an episode earlier in the season, Alamo made Maddy put on a bathing suit and get in the hot tub. He ultimately agreed to help Maddy get the $1 million needed to save Nate and the scene cut off.

Viewers then wondered if the scene hinted at Maddy having to sleep with Alamo to secure the deal but that wasn’t clarified.

The HBO series, which premiered in 2019, originally followed troubled high school student Rue as she struggled to remain sober after rehab, and also unpacked the complicated lives of those around her. Euphoria was quickly renewed for a second season after its premiere, but it took nearly three years for the episodes to air.

The wait between season 2 to season 3 was even longer due to scheduling conflicts, industry strikes, a time jump in the plot and other obligations.

Related: Euphoria’s Most Confusing Story Lines: From Angel’s Exit to Alamo and Maddy

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The third season of Euphoria is coming to an end — but viewers are still left confused by several story lines including Alamo and Maddy’s relationship and Angel’s disappearance. Based on the Israeli series of the same name, Euphoria follows troubled high school student Rue (Zendaya) as she struggles to remain sober after rehab. The […]

Creator Sam Levinson’s commitment to his short-lived series The Idol and the dual WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes led to season 3 being dragged out. The show officially returned in 2026 with Rue getting caught up in the world of drug trafficking, Cassie turning to OnlyFans to make money while her husband, Nate, is pushed to the brink over the debt he owes to some dangerous people.

Before Euphoria wrapped up its third season, Levinson wouldn’t directly confirm — or deny — what is to come for the show.

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“[I write] every season like it’s the last season,” he told Variety in April. “[I have] no plans [for season 4].”

He continued: “I want to finish this as strong as I can. I’m cutting [episodes] 7 and 8 still. I’m putting some finishing touches. I just want to deliver a f**king slam dunk season.”

Euphoria is now streaming on HBO Max.

Cindy Crawford is stunning in anything, but her latest look might be her chicest yet — and all it took was the right pair of jeans. The supermodel was seen rocking the same straight-leg denim cut as rich moms in London, Paris and Milan, and I found the mega flattering style for just $34!

For an event in Los Angeles, Crawford paired a laid-back denim top with straight-leg jeans that hit right at the ankle, finishing the look with neutral sandals. Her choice of pants further proved the reason she’s been the blueprint for chic, low-effort glamour for three decades running. Her denim style was the timeless alternative to skinny and baggy, classic and cool without trying too hard.

Get the Upnet Stretchy Straight-Leg Jeans for $34 (was $40) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

These Upnet Stretchy Straight-Leg Jeans nail Crawford’s laid-back yet elevated aesthetic and might even be more flattering, thanks to the high waist that smooths the tummy and creates a long, lean line. The leg doesn’t flare or taper, so this pick pairs beautifully with sneakers, ballet flats and the summer sandals you’ve been dying to wear.

I don’t know what Crawford’s jeans felt like, but this lookalike already seems much comfier. The cotton-blend denim has softness and stretch built in, which matters when you’re sitting through dinner, kids’ soccer practice or a long plane ride.

One happy shopper wrote, “The material is stretchy, but still holds its shape, and the tummy control feature is a total game-changer — super slimming without feeling tight or uncomfortable.”

“These jeans are honestly the most comfortable pair I’ve ever owned,” another five-star fan shared. “The straight leg design is super flattering and gives that classic, effortless look . . . What really surprised me is how soft they feel, almost like a pair of buttery leggings, which makes them so easy to wear all day.”

Crawford’s denim moment was a reminder that straight-leg jeans work wonders on all shapes, sizes and ages, and are especially flattering on those over 40. The fit and shape give you that slim, stylish and pulled-together look in minutes, so you’ll probably reach for them constantly, no matter where you’re headed.

These denim pants even come in petite sizes, so there’s truly a pair for every fashionista. Score your new staple jeans on sale below!

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Not what you’re looking for? Shop other chic jeans, and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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Euphoria shocked viewers by killing off Zendaya‘s beloved character Rue — but how did she die?

On the Sunday, May 31, episode of the show, Rue escaped Laurie’s house and took what she stole from the safe back to Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje). The drug lord offered Alamo some pain pills after seeing how injured she was — and Rue considered taking them.

The show then followed Rue to urgent care where she got treated for her wounds. She returned back to Ali’s (Colman Domingo) house and seemed to consider taking the pills before going to sleep.

Euphoria then showed a sequence where Rue woke up to find out that Fez (Angus Cloud) escaped prison with his parkour skills. She ran to reunite with him, stopped at her house to share a sweet moment with her mother and then the show confirmed it was all a dream.

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The Euphoria cast and crew have mourned the deaths of some of their colleagues over the years. Euphoria, which premiered in 2019, originally followed troubled high school student Rue (Zendaya) as she struggled to remain sober after rehab. The hit HBO series was quickly renewed for a second season after its premiere, but it took […]

Instead, Rue had died from an overdose on Ali’s couch. He discovered the pills, which he tested and found they were positive for fentanyl. This confirmed that Alamo intentionally gave Rue drugs that he knew she would relapse on — and that he planned to have kill her after he previously discovered she was working with the DEA to bring him down.

“The honest ending is that people like Rue don’t make it,” creator Sam Levinson said in a post-finale segment. “People relapse and they f*** up. They’re not ready to get clean. And they weren’t dying like they are now with the influx of fentanyl into this country.”

Levinson recalled his own struggles with addiction.

“I could say with absolute certainty that if I was going through what I went through when I was younger now then I wouldn’t be here either,” he added before referencing Cloud’s death from an accidental overdose. “There’s no reason to sugarcoat it. I wanted to tell the story for Angus and for people who weren’t granted a second chance.”

Levinson called the finale “an honest ending.” He previously mentioned his plan to dedicate the season to Cloud, who died at age 25 before filming on the final episodes started.

“Some people ask why it took so long between seasons 2 and 3. There were obvious factors — the strikes, trying to make a schedule work with our very in-demand cast, but the real time was in trying to figure out how to find a way to pay respect to those who we lost,” Levinson said at the April premiere event for season 3.

He added: “When Angus died, it was tough. I loved him deeply, and I fought hard to keep him clean. The year he died, in 2023, he was one of 73,000 people in America who died of a fentanyl overdose. I learned a whole lot that year, but what I realized more than anything is that death is what gives life meaning. You can’t be arrogant about existence. You’re forced to reckon with the fact that life itself is a wonder, a gift, a profound blessing.”

Related: Angus Cloud‘s Quotes on Mental Health and Addiction Before His Death

Rob Latour/Shutterstock Angus Cloud candidly spoke about his struggles with addiction and mental health before his tragic death. Cloud’s family announced that the actor had died in July 2023 one week after losing his father. He was 25 years old. “It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible […]

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Before his death, Cloud was candid about his struggles with mental health and addiction. Levinson recalled making several attempts to help the actor during his journey to stay sober.

“I looked him in the eye and I knew that he wasn’t doing well,” Levinson told People in September 2023 about helping Angus enter a 30-day in-patient program. “At the same time, I’ve been in these situations before where you’re trying to get someone clean. And I just said to him, ‘I love working with you and we’ve got this amazing season planned and stuff, but I need you to be sober because I got to be able to rely on you.’”

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Levinson was determined to support Cloud, noting, “I could always feel that he didn’t want [sobriety] as much as we all wanted it for him. That’s where it gets tricky because the whole world can want it for you. But he didn’t want it. It’s just the self-destructive side of addiction and it outweighs everything. But you can’t give up on people. I wasn’t going to let anyone give up on him.”

Euphoria is currently streaming on HBO Max.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

It’s hard to pinpoint, but there is something about a murder mystery that seems to prick our interest while warming our hearts. Perhaps the trick lies in the opportunity the story affords us to play detective as we put the puzzle together, or the thrill of finally solving the case. No matter, one thing is certain, and that is, the murder mystery is one of the most beloved genres today. ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder is a particular favorite of many, with the esteemed Viola Davis bringing the character of Criminal Law professor Annalise Keating to life.

Streaming services have also gotten in on the action with Netflix‘s The Thursday Murder Club, a cozy murder mystery for the oldies, and Hulu’s hit series, Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. Some of the best murder mysteries brought to the screen are products of book adaptations, and one of the most popular ones is currently on Netflix. A television series that brings Holly Jackson‘s popular book trilogy to life, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder reminds us all of what draws us to this genre in the first place. Season 1 of the six-episode thriller series premiered in July 2024 and stars Emma Myers in the lead role as Pip Fitz-Amobi.

Season 1 saw Pip, a teenage girl, at the center of her own murder investigation. Five years ago, Andie Bell (India Lillie Davies) was murdered, and the death had plagued both Pip and her town. Andie’s boyfriend Sal Singh (Rahul Pattni) confessed to it, and while everyone thought that was the end, Pip’s investigation proved otherwise. The first season added its own plotlines, and that left diehard book fans with a decision to make. Season 2, which adapts the second installment of Jackson’s trilogy, Good Girl, Bad Blood, has just been released on Netflix, and its glowing reviews make it the perfect weekend binge. The new season debuted with a fresh Rotten Tomatoes score of 83%. Collider’s Jasneet Singh, in her review, rated Season 2 an 8/10, noting a notable improvement on Season 1 and a more faithful adaptation to its source material, which will delight fans.

What Is ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ Season 2 About?

Season 2 sees Pip face the fallout of her investigation into the murder of Andie. Becca (Carla Woodcock) is in prison, and Max (Henry Ashton) is on trial for drugging and assaulting several women. Also, Pip’s friendship with Cara (Asha Banks) is also tense after her investigation exposed Cara’s father’s secrets, which led to his imprisonment. Pip declares that she will never investigate a case again and hopes for a normal life with her boyfriend Ravi (Zain Iqbal), as she anticipates a decisive court victory over Max.

However, Pip’s plans fall apart when her friend Connor (Jude Morgan-Collie) approaches her after his brother Jamie (Eden H. Davies) disappears. Heightening the stakes, Jamie is a key witness in Max’s trial and is also linked to another anonymous witness dubbed “Woman A,” which means for Pip to ensure justice is served, she must investigate once more.

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

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July 10, 2024

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Rumer Willis’ bitter custody fight with ex Derek Richard Thomas has already exposed painful details about their fractured relationship, but the situation escalated even further once Demi Moore stepped into the legal battle herself. 

The actress shocked many after filing court documents supporting her daughter and describing troubling incidents surrounding the birth of little Louetta. 

Now, insiders are revealing how deeply Moore has become invested in protecting both her daughter and granddaughter as the family’s emotional court war continues unfolding behind the scenes.

Rumer Willis and Derek Richard Thomas have been locked in a contentious custody dispute over their three-year-old daughter, Louetta, for nearly a year. 

While the legal fight had already become heated, Moore’s recent court filing has intensified public attention after she accused Thomas of displaying “aggressive” behavior during Louetta’s home birth.

According to an insider who spoke with the Daily Mail, Moore has become increasingly uncomfortable around Thomas and has no desire to build any relationship with him moving forward. 

The source explained that the 63-year-old’s primary concern remains supporting her daughter and granddaughter while keeping family matters as stable as possible.

“Demi is comfortable with people knowing how she feels about Derek, because she is uncomfortable with him and the less he is around, the better,” the insider said.

The source added that Moore wants everything centered around family rather than ongoing conflict. “Her main focus has always been supporting her daughter Rumer and her granddaughter Louetta, and she stands firmly by them,” the insider shared.

Rumer’s family Bond Stands In Contrast To Derek Thomas Drama

The insider also pointed to the close relationship Moore still shares with ex-husband Bruce Willis despite their divorce over two decades ago. 

Moore and Bruce have remained united while navigating the actor’s devastating dementia diagnosis alongside his wife Emma Heming and their blended family.

The source suggested that the “Margin Call” actress’s successful co-parenting experience with Bruce has heavily influenced how she views Thomas.

“It’s clear that Demi knows when a relationship works or not being with Bruce,” the source said before adding, “But to compare Bruce and Derek is like comparing a million dollars to a clogged toilet.”

Another insider explained that Rumer Willis remains extremely close with her mother and relies heavily on her family for support while raising Louetta. 

Moore reportedly helps care for the child whenever possible, while sisters Scout and Tallulah also remain actively involved.

“Demi helps with the baby whenever she can,” the source said. “Her family is very close and her sisters are also helpful.”

The insider added that Rumer’s life has become completely centered around her daughter as she attempts to navigate the complicated legal situation.

Rumer Willis Alleged Thomas Created Stress During Pregnancy And Birth

Court filings submitted by Moore painted a disturbing picture of the former couple’s relationship before and after Louetta’s birth. 

The actress claimed she witnessed her daughter in “a constant state of stress” throughout the pregnancy and alleged that Thomas frequently prioritized himself over Rumer.

Moore described one alarming moment during the home birth, claiming the musician suddenly entered the birthing tub without warning while Rumer was in labor.

“Everyone was shocked,” Moore alleged in the filing, adding that Rumer immediately told him to leave the tub.

According to the producer, Thomas then spent the remainder of the labor “acting angry and pouting, and making it all about him.” 

She further alleged that he later became upset when Moore and Scout returned to help clean the home after the birth.

According to her, Thomas angrily complained about their presence and pressured Rumer to distance herself from family support. 

More also alleged that her grandchild’s father demanded “skin to skin contact” with Louetta immediately after birth while the baby was cold and needed to be bundled.

The actress further claimed Thomas attempted to isolate Rumer from her support system and made little effort to contribute financially or physically to parenting responsibilities.

Rumer Claimed She Felt Afraid During Relationship

Rumer Willis’ own court filings contained additional allegations about the relationship’s breakdown. She accused her ex-boyfriend of engaging in “incessant domestic violence in the form of coercive control,” claims he has denied.

The 37-year-old alleged she became fearful shortly after Louetta’s birth as Thomas’ behavior allegedly became increasingly “erratic and bizarre.”

“I was in a fragile postpartum state, and he was causing me a lot of stress,” Rumer wrote. “I also became afraid for myself and our baby, so I was constantly trying to keep the peace and walk on eggshells.”

She further accused Thomas of attempting to isolate her from loved ones while repeatedly criticizing her. According to the mom of one, Thomas became paranoid and believed she and Moore were trying to take Louetta away from him.

The actress additionally claimed the singer refused to contribute financially toward their daughter’s expenses despite expecting her and her “wealthy family” to handle everything. 

Court documents stated Rumer earns income through her production company and rental property while paying between $15,000 and $21,000 monthly for childcare, groceries, and other expenses.

Rumer Willis’ Ex Strongly Denies All Abuse Allegations

Thomas has firmly denied all accusations made against him in court documents filed earlier this year. He acknowledged that the relationship with Rumer was unhealthy but insisted there was never any abuse or coercive control involved.

“I have committed no acts of domestic violence in any form, including any active ‘coercive control,’” Thomas stated in his filing.

He also disputed claims regarding neglect or mistreatment of Louetta and insisted their daughter had “never been injured in any way” while in his care. 

He claimed he only used marijuana legally and denied it ever interfered with his parenting responsibilities. Through attorney Michael J. Kretzmer, Thomas also criticized Rumer for attempting to litigate the case publicly rather than strictly through the courts.

“Mr. Thomas intends to try this matter in Court and not in the press,” the lawyer told the Daily Mail. The attorney added that Thomas is “a caring devoted and loving father to Louetta” and claimed Rumer has attempted to obstruct his relationship with their daughter “without justification of any kind whatsoever.”

Despite the escalating accusations on both sides, insiders say Moore remains focused on one thing above all else, which is “the priority is Louetta’s wellbeing and making sure she’s protected and surrounded by stability.”

Anime has become one of the most popular media in the world thanks to its creativity and animation. Shows like One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen continue to innovate and attract new viewers. While there is a deeper layer to anime, the first thing people see is the art and animation, making it crucial for the series to be visually stunning.

Film and TV have two different budgets, but while one focuses all its time, effort, and money into around an hour, the other spreads it out over at least 12 episodes. Despite it being harder for anime to be as attractive as movies, they still deliver their unique appeal with every episode. This list will rank the ten most visually stunning anime series based on animation, style, use of color, art style, imagery, aesthetic, and other striking techniques.

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‘Pluto’ (2023)

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Naoki Urasawa is a prolific manga author, and while his magnum opus is Monster, he has an even more beautiful series, Pluto. After a string of murders claims some of the most advanced robots, Gesicht must investigate the cause, only to realize it may involve his own dark past.

Displaying some of the most gorgeous backgrounds in anime, Pluto is an unexpectedly beautiful series thematically, narratively, and visually. It became one of the best cyberpunk anime shows ever because of its themes and worldbuilding, and the anime reflects this in its stunning art and set pieces with dazzling landscape shots of the city.

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‘Demon Slayer’ (2019–Present)

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The most popular anime of modern times is arguably Demon Slayer, and it achieved this success through its visual prowess. Tanjiro must hunt the infamous demon known as Muzan after he turned Tanjiro’s sister into a demon. This will take him on an adventure of strength and pain.

Simply put, Demon Slayer has the best animation in anime, and this also creates a visual style that is unmatched by most. Not to mention, this anime has a beautiful and authentic art style that puts viewers into the time period. With fluid animation and a spectacle of moments and art, Demon Slayer is a visual masterclass.

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‘City The Animation’ (2025)

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Kyoto Animation is known for delivering some of the best animation and visual styles in the medium, and one of their most recent works is City The Animation. The fictional town is full of bright and colorful individuals who make living there fun, chaotic, and surreal, with each episode bringing something new and wacky to the table.

Its comedy, characters, and charm are all reasons why it was one of the best anime of 2025, but City The Animation is widely renowned because of its masterful directing and editing. These unique techniques created a visual collage of beauty, uniqueness, and imagination. With popping colors, a charming art style, and bold choices, City The Animation is a visual feast for the eyes.

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‘Akebi’s Sailor Uniform’ (2022)

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Akebi’s Sailor Uniform is an underrated anime gem that came out not too long ago, but instantly hooked fans with its glamorous style. The titular protagonist has always adored sailor uniforms, but when she is selected to a prestigious school that no longer uses this uniform, she is given special permission to wear the attire and live out her high school dream.

Sometimes, simple is better, and Akebi’s Sailor Uniform proves this by using its fairly standard style with some charming and beautiful changes to really stand out. Its animation is drop-dead gorgeous and excels at using its lighting and detailed line complexity that really puts together a stunning picture.

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‘The Tatami Galaxy’ (2010)

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Masaaki Yuasa is a legendary anime director with some of the greatest avant-garde series and movies under his belt, including The Tatami Galaxy. The protagonist wants a rose-colored university life, and to do this, he tries to get the girl of his dreams. Each episode is set in a parallel world where he joins a new club looking for his one true love.

Avant-garde series in particular usually have stunning visuals because they can experiment with everything, and The Tatami Galaxy does exactly that. The art style is glamorous, and the colors range from warm and cozy to vibrant and exhilarating, which perfectly fits the tone. The Tatami Galaxy is relentless in its pace and acclaimed in its daring style.

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‘March Comes in Like a Lion’ (2016–2018)

This popular phrase usually describes the weather for the month, but March Comes in Like a Lion is also the title of a popular and profound anime drama. Introverted by nature, Rei is a pro shogi player who rarely finds time to take care of himself or get out of the house. However, when a new family moves next to him, they show him the kindness he needs to improve himself.

Most visually striking anime are fantasy series that take viewers into a new world with dazzling oddities. However, March Comes in Like a Lion delivers a quaint and moving story through its gorgeous animation and style. Through its vibrant color palette and watercolor style, this anime creates a stunning visual style made better by its expressive animation. This is also one of the best-written anime series, making it perfect on more levels than one.

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‘Made in Abyss’ (2017–2022)

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Even with the dullest of stories, anime can suck viewers in with its captivating world, and while Made in Abyss does that, it also has a phenomenal story to boot. Known for its worldbuilding, music, villains, and dark content, this anime follows two young explorers who dive into the titular abyss to discover its secrets and learn some personal questions.

Most anime are visually stunning because of their animation or unique style, but Made in Abyss offers fans a world ripe with stellar backgrounds and mystical settings. While it can be a bit horrific at times, as an anime with wholesome art but disturbing content, the visual appeal is still there and doesn’t get tiresome, no matter how many times fans rewatch it.

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‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ (1995–1996)

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Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most well-known anime of all time. Its influence and legacy have impacted the anime community in many ways that fans can still feel today. Shinji is a mild-mannered boy who must pilot a mech to fight against angel-like aliens. However, he must first battle his own inner demons if he wants to do what’s right for the world.

Many fans consider Neon Genesis Evangelion a masterpiece, and for good reason. However, one of the many excellent aspects of this anime is its animation and style, highlighted by the classic ’90s hand-drawn style with a bit of sci-fi and urban flair. The iconic animation and visual style do a lot to separate Neon Genesis Evangelion from any other 1990s anime, cementing it as a staple anime.

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‘Space Dandy’ (2014)

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Most fans know Shinichirō Watanabe for Cowboy Bebop and may be watching his new series, Lazarus. However, his most stunning work is undoubtedly Space Dandy, which follows the titular protagonist on multiple sci-fi misadventures. Dandy and his robot and cat alien friends travel the cosmos looking for unregistered aliens to make a living, but spend most of their time messing about and running from the Gogol Empire.

Space Dandy may not have fluid motion and great fight scenes like all of Watanabe’s other projects, but the wondrous and imaginative cosmos and planets bring new life to his style. The gorgeous colors and absorbing backgrounds will have viewers in awe, delivering standout visuals and settings. Space Dandy has one of the most visually stunning anime worlds, and it is on the list because of it.

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‘Kill la Kill’ (2013–2014)

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Love it or hate it, the ecchi genre is a staple of anime that has brought in countless viewers for its fan service. However, not every ecchi anime is mindless slop; Kill la Kill, for example, is a highly regarded anime with great style. Looking for her father’s killer, Ryuuko’s only clue is the other half of his missing invention, which she tracks down to be in a prestigious school.

Trigger is a renowned studio and will have other anime on this list, proving their eye for visual spectacle. Kill la Kill uses its inventive animation and popping art style to deliver a punk-like feeling to its gorgeous anime. The animation itself is also spectacular, with great fluidity and spectacle to keep viewers invested. Kill la Kill is one of the best original anime series.

As one 97%‑rated series ends, Apple TV is enjoying the success of another. The new show couldn’t be more different from the first, even though both have identical scores on the aggregator website and are fundamentally comedies. The first of these two new shows is Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and together with the second, they’re proving that Apple’s slate of excellent content isn’t limited to the sci-fi genre. Over the years, Apple has become somewhat synonymous with shows such as Severance, Foundation, Silo, and more recently, Pluribus. The streak continued on May 29 with Star City, a companion piece to the streamer’s first-ever sci-fi series, For All Mankind.

But Apple is just as well known for shows such as Ted Lasso and Platonic. With Margo’s Got Money Troubles, the platform’s library continues to expand in exciting ways. Which brings us to the horror comedy that has gradually become a word-of-mouth hit on the service. The show premiered to stellar reviews last month, and according to FlixPatrol, remained in the middle of the rankings table for some time before starting to spike with every new episode. For a brief moment, the series was the number-one title on Apple worldwide before jumping back to #2 thanks tothe Jon Hamm-led dramedy Your Friends and Neighbors. With just three more episodes to go, the horror comedy series is primed to become an even bigger hit.

A Rewarding Binge Is Awaiting You With ‘Widow’s Bay’

We’re talking, of course, about Widow’s Bay. The show is created by Katie Dippold, a Parks and Recreation alum who appears to have combined that hit sitcom’s absurdity with her love for indie horror. Widow’s Bay stars television veteran Matthew Rhys as a mayor who discovers that his small town believes in the supernatural. The show has a “Certified Fresh” 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes, where the consensus reads, “Katie Dippold successfully continues to invest in eccentricity with this outlandish horror-comedy that stokes the genre’s well-worn tropes to winning effect, bringing scares, laughs, and a game cast.” In her review, Collider’s Emily Bernard hailed Widow’s Bay as “Apple’s boldest show yet.” Stay tuned to Collider for more updates, and catch up with Widow’s Bay before the finale on June 17.

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April 28, 2026

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Apple TV

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Katie Dippold

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Sam Donovan, Andrew DeYoung, Hiro Murai, Ti West

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Alberto Roldán, Neil Casey, Kelly Galuska, Colton Dunn, Dave Harris, Katie Dippold, Mackenzie Dohr

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