America is turning the big 2-5-0, and what better way to do that than by staging a cage match between two sweaty men?

When President Donald Trump announced he would be hosting a UFC event at the White House near America’s birthday, many were skeptical it would actually happen.

Well, the UFC Freedom 250 event is happening, and even a last-minute lawsuit can’t stop it.

If you’re curious about who will be attending and where you can see it, Watch With Us has all the information you need to be informed and stream the event.

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When Is the UFC Freedom 250 Event?

The UFC Freedom 250 event, otherwise known as UFC at the White House, takes place on Sunday, June 14, at 8:00 p.m. EST/5:00 p.m. PST.

Where Can I Watch UFC Freedom 250?

You can watch UFC Freedom 250 on Paramount+.

Is There a Trailer I Can Watch?

Yes! You can stream the trailer above this entry.

Wait, Can I Watch UFC Freedom 250 on CBS or Pay-Per-View?

No. The event is streaming exclusively on Paramount+. Unlike some other UFC matches, it will not air on pay-per-view or any other platform.

I’m Not a Paramount+ Subscriber. How Much Does It Cost?

Paramount+ subscription plans start as low as $8.99 per month. With an extensive library that includes almost every Tom Cruise ever made, it’s worth it. Click here to find out all the subscription tiers and decide for yourself which one works best for you — and your wallet.

Who Else Is at the UFC Freedom 250 Event?

Zac Brown will be playing some of his country music hits during the event. His scheduled appearance has sparked some controversy, with the singer defending his participation by insisting he’s “there for the troops, man.”

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Who Is Fighting at the UFC at the White House Event?

Some of the UFC’s best fighters are participating in the UFC Freedom 250 event. The marquee match is probably between current interim champion Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, who remains undefeated. Read below for a complete list of all the fights and the order in which they will take place:

• Lightweight championship: Ilia Topuira vs. Justin Gaethje
• Interim heavyweight championship: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
• Bantamweight match: Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi
• Heavyweight match: Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis
• Lightweight match: Mauricio Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler
• Middleweight match: Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus
• Featherweight match: Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia

Where Is UFC Freedom 250 Taking Place?

Believe it or not, it’s taking place on the front lawn of the White House. A makeshift arena has been built to host all the matches and guests.

The historical genre is awash with countless films and TV shows centered on World War II. The most tragic and bloody war in human history, unfortunately, provides the inspiration for stories — both true and fictional — that constantly enthrall us. When someone thinks of a classic World War II movie or show, they’ll likely mention Saving Private Ryan, Schindler’s List, Dunkirk, Patton, or recent entries such as Brendan Fraser‘s Pressure. However, one film, Cillian Murphy‘s underrated 2016 thriller Anthropoid, gets left off of many lists.

What Is ‘Anthropoid’ About?

Anthropoid tells the story of Operation Anthropoid, the plot by the British special forces and operatives from the Czechoslovak resistance to assassinate high-ranking German general Reinhard Heydrich. One of the principal architects of the Holocaust and a high-ranking Nazi official, Heydrich was high on the hit list of the Allies and various resistance groups who fought against the German occupation. The film adaptation of the events sees Murphy, alongside Jamie Dornan, portray Jozef Gabčík and Jan Kubiš, respectively. The two men were resistance fighters and former Czechoslovak soldiers sent by their government in exile back to Prague to carry out the assassination. Given that most World War II movies tell stories of Allied men and women, the fact that Anthropoid follows some of the unknown resistance fighters who also helped win the war — and does so in such a thrilling way — makes it worth your attention.

‘Anthropoid’ Tells a WWII Story You May Not Be Familiar With

Anthropoid avoids some of the usual trappings of war films, centering not on larger-than-life heroes undertaking some valiant mission for freedom. While their mission serves the Allies’ goal of freeing Europe from the Nazis, this operation involves assassination and guerrilla tactics. This is a fight over a knife in the mud, and not an epic, large-scale, sweeping battle with clearly defined sides. Additionally, except for Gabčík and Kubiš, many of the people involved in the operation were ordinary people fighting a brutal oppressor and who bravely stood against the tide of fascism. The courage of these people feels authentic because it’s rooted in fear and uncertainty, rather than cinematic invincibility.

Many World War II movies and shows center on battles such as D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, or the Battle of Stalingrad, but the actions of ordinary heroes are too often overlooked. This is not the case with Anthropoid, as it sheds light on those who gave everything for their homes and families. The stakes are enormous in these events, and you can feel that tension in this film.

One of the biggest dilemmas facing the resistance fighters is the idea that if they are successful in their mission and do kill Heydrich, then the Nazis will simply replace him, and the reprisals will be swift and deadly. Known as one of the most sinister men in the Nazi regime and the “Butcher of Prague,” Heydrich ruled the city with an iron fist, with killings and disappearances being commonplace. It is here that the true gravity of their mission is felt on screen, and the tension is at its highest. It is not often that a dilemma arises in which leaving a true monster in place can be seen as the better option, but the discussion in the film gives the viewer something to consider.

Cillian Murphy Completely Steals the Show in ‘Anthropoid’

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It’s no secret how talented of an actor Cillian Murphy is. His work in Oppenheimer was sublime, and his Academy Award-winning performance was more than earned. In Anthropoid, however, Murphy harkens back to his Peaky Blinders character Tommy Shelby, embracing the subterfuge and coldness necessary to play someone like Jozef Gabčík. He adopts the same gravely tone that fans of Peaky Blinders are familiar with, but with the persona of someone who seeks to defeat his enemies for a greater purpose than his own.

Murphy’s ability to convey raw emotion through subtle expressions and quiet intensity is on full display here. He perfectly captures the burden that is placed on someone who leads a mission that could cost him and an entire city everything. Murphy might be known best for his performances in Peaky Blinders, Oppenheimer, and The Dark Knight trilogy, but he is at the very top of his game here.

‘Anthropoid’ Prioritizes Emotion Over Action

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It’s certainly not the first World War II movie to portray events that not many people know about. However, in modern cinema where spectacle is valued over substance, Anthropoid values the humanity behind the actions of those involved rather than lean on the action. This isn’t to say that the film lacks action, but it is never the focus. This movie stands out as a thoughtful, intelligent, and deeply human portrayal of heroism in the face of impossible odds.

Ultimately, the film deserves far more recognition than it has received. While it is not perfect, it is a gripping historical thriller, and a powerful tribute to those who gave all in the service of others. Combining outstanding performances with relentless tension, the movie leaves a genuine emotional impact that lingers long after the credits roll.

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It’s safe to say now that “Disclosure Day” has finally hit theaters that “The Mandalorian and Grogu” has faded from the minds of all but the most devout “Star Wars” fans. The movie followed the show’s third season of “The Mandalorian,” a series that premiered on Disney+ before making the jump to the big screen. However, the standalone story was largely disconnected from the greater galaxy far, far away, and didn’t set up a sequel, a potential fourth season, or tie into the second season of “Ahsoka,” which was delayed until 2027.

Director Steven Spielberg is back in theaters with another movie about aliens and government cover-ups. “Disclosure Day” already has a 80% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes as fans praise Spielberg’s latest sci-fi outing.

By its third week, “The Mandalorian and Grogu” was already eclipsed by “Obsession” and “Backrooms” at the box office. The movie dropped even lower following the release of “Scary Movie” and “Masters of the Universe.” Now that “Disclosure Day” is taking charge of the box office, “The Mandalorian and Grogu” has completely dropped out of the top five, with no chance of rebounding.

‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Has A 62% Score On Rotten Tomatoes

Although approximately 300 critic reviews gave “The Mandalorian and Grogu” a 62% fresh rating, it seems that audiences were a little more generous, giving the film a 87% rating. The last standalone “Star Wars” adventure to hit theaters was “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” which had a 69% critic rating and a 63% audience score. That film focused on the adventures of a young Han Solo, played by Alden Ehrenreich.

 This film featured the titular Mandalorian, Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal), and his sidekick, Grogu, more affectionately known as Baby Yoda, on a mission to free Rotta the Hutt in exchange for information to help them track down the scattered Imperial warlords throughout the Outer Rim. Although Colonel Ward (Sigourney Weaver) is trying to prevent another war, audiences already know how that turns out. The First Order eventually rises to power in 2015’s “The Force Awakens” and is seemingly defeated in 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker.”

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Critics Question Bringing A TV Show To The Big Screen

Fans and critics alike questioned the need to bring a Disney+ show with three seasons to the big screen, especially considering that the third season was not as positively received as the first two. Adam Nayman of the Toronto Star compared the movie to “reheated leftovers,” claiming that they were “mulched so that they go down easy.”

Wendy Ive of UK’s Observer pointed out another fan complaint: the lack of a clear plot. “The story is thin,” Ive wrote. “Mando zaps around the cosmos bringing imperial fugitives to justice and accruing serious enemies along the way. But the execution is impressive.”

David Fear of Rolling Stone asked, “Ironically, words cannot describe how truly awful the dialogue is that’s been forced on White here — maybe he read the script and then had his contract stipulate the voice change, so as to distance himself from this tripe?”

Jeremy Allen White Voiced Rotta the Hutt

“The Bear” star Jeremy Allen White was the voice of Rotta the Hutt, though many wouldn’t know it, as his voice was heavily edited before it made it into the final cut of the film. Many fans also weren’t happy with Rotta’s voice, as the character is heard speaking Basic instead of Huttese.

Other fans were disappointed to see him at all, as this isn’t Rotta’s first appearance in a galaxy far, far away. In the 2008 animated film “Star Wars: The Clone Wars,” Rotta – the son of Jabba the Hutt – was kidnapped by the Confederacy and rescued by Anakin Skywalker and his padawan, Ahsoka Tano.

After Rotta is rescued from the gladiator pits on Shakari, he begins a new start working for the New Republic, which sets up the possibility that he could run into Ahsoka – or even Princess Leia herself – in a future project.

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The Movie Was Positively Received By Some Critics

Robert Abele of the Los Angeles Times gave a pretty positive review, writing, “One of the movie’s strong points, absent its story deficiencies, is that, across its many wordless scenes, it’s at heart a solidly rousing, delightfully icky creature feature, in the vein of a supercharged Ray Harryhausen-meets-Guillermo del Toro joint.”

William Bibbiani of The Wrap called it a “a deft and enjoyable blockbuster, easily the most purely entertaining ‘Star Wars’ movie since the 1980s, even though it’s hardly the most meaningful or ambitious.

However, many more critics felt like “Star Wars” is just putting out content for the sake of content. As Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter astutely pointed out, “It’s hard to imagine anyone experiencing this as their first Star Wars film and getting hooked for life as those who saw the original trilogy in theaters did. Still, it’s an entertaining, fast-paced space adventure.”

Will ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Get The Franchise Back On Track?

Fans are hopeful that “Star Wars: Starfighter,” the first movie set after the events of 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker” and the fall of the First Order, will have more promise. Although plot details remain under wraps, it boasts an all-star cast of Ryan Gosling, Mia Goth, Amy Adams, Matt Smith, Flynn Gray, Aaron Pierre, and more.

“Star Wars: Starfighter” will hit theaters on May 28, 2027. “The Mandalorian and Grogu” has yet to be given a streaming release date on Disney+.

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The curtain may have come down for President Donald Trump at the Kennedy Center, but the tarp stays up for now. On Saturday (June 13), Matt Floca told a federal court that the institution had complied with an order to remove Trump’s name from the building. Floca is the executive director and chief operating officer of the performing arts venue.

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In a filing, Matt Floca said the board of trustees and the Kennedy Center had removed “all physical signage on the Kennedy Center building and grounds, including the front portico, that purports to rename the Kennedy Center after President Trump.”

Despite the confirmation, it was virtually impossible to see whether the signage had been removed over the past day. A tarp hung over the scaffolding that the workers used to perform that task. It was unclear when the tarp might be removed to reveal the update. The lettering on the building, which had been there for decades, originally said: “The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts.”

Tarp aside. A reporter confirmed the letters for Trump’s name were no longer affixed to the building. They were able to peep through a slight opening in the tightly pulled tarp. 

Kennedy Center Leadership Pushed To Keep Trump In The Name

By the end, the Kennedy Center’s leadership had pushed against a federal judge’s order to erase Donald Trump’s name from the building. However, two courts rejected the institution’s last-minute request to retain Trump’s name pending an appeal. After severe thunderstorms hit Washington on Friday evening, the Kennedy Center sought one more extension. Center leadership argued in their unsuccessful appeal on Friday that the lower court was interfering with needed renovations.

“The District Court is not allowing us to close in order to properly fix up and repair the Building, including potentially life-threatening structural damage like beams and parking garage ceilings that are rusted, and in serious danger of falling onto people below,” according to the appeal. “Indeed, total collapse!”

Ultimately, though, Kennedy Center leadership complied with the removal deadline, which was noon Saturday (June 13). With the name reverted, many questions remain about the Kennedy Center’s future. The same May court decision that ordered Trump’s name to be removed from the building also blocked a planned two-year closure for renovations. Those renovations were set to begin next month.

The institution also suggested that the president’s name could be reinstated on the building if the Kennedy Center later wins its appeal. If the court denied the venue’s request for a pause, the Kennedy Center argued it would “be forced to squander time and money — by both removing the signage and then potentially returning it after appeal.”

Is Trump Doing Too Much In The DMV Landscape? 

The removal of Donald Trump’s name marks the end of one of the more unusual chapters in the Kennedy Center’s history. Construction of the building began in 1964. It was dedicated to the memory of the slain president, Democrat John F. Kennedy and seen as one of the few relatively nonpartisan spaces in Washington, D.C. However, Donald Trump has wielded tremendous influence over the venue during his second term.

He rarely discussed the Kennedy Center during his 2024 campaign. Still, Trump moved quickly to oust the institution’s leadership upon returning to office in January 2025. He then replaced it with a board of trustees that named him chairman. Afterward, his name was quickly added to the building.

The removal of his name marks a setback for Trump. However, he is moving forward with plans to reshape the physical landscape of the nation’s capital in ways not really seen before. For example, the South Lawn of the White House has been transformed into a venue for a UFC match. The match is intended to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, but also coincides with Trump’s 80th birthday on Sunday.

Let’s also not forget the demolition of the East Wing of the White House. In its place, he’s building a controversial ballroom in its place. Also, he remodeled the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. And he plans extensive renovations of a golf course in East Potomac Park. Both moves could significantly reduce the public’s access to running and biking paths. Additionally, Donald Trump is also moving forward with a triumphal arch that will sit near Arlington National Cemetery across the Potomac River in Virginia.

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Associated Press journalists Steven Sloan and Emily Wang contributed to this report via AP Newsroom. 

The Valley’s Jasmine Goode is officially off the market after exchanging vows with Melissa Marie.

Us Weekly can exclusively confirm the couple got married on Saturday, June 13, during a romantic ceremony executed by The Wedding Plan and Company at the Crossed Keys Estate in New Jersey.

“My vision was simple: I wanted the day to feel like us. We wanted something elegant, timeless and filled with love, but most importantly, we wanted our family and friends to feel the joy that Melissa and I share every day,” Jasmine, who wore a Valentini dress, shared with Us. “This wasn’t about putting on a show. It was about celebrating our love story and the life we’re building together.”

Melissa added, “I always envisioned a wedding that felt warm, intentional and personal. Every detail was chosen with meaning behind it. We wanted our guests to feel like they were stepping into our love story and experiencing the journey that brought us here. Seeing all of our favorite people together in one place was everything I dreamed of.”

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The wedding venue was adorned in gorgeous candlelight and took place outside in the gorgeous landscape where friends and family gathered to witness their love. There was not a dry eye in the house when both of the brides’ fathers gave their speeches.

Guests included Bachelor Nation stars Alexis Waters , Jaimi King, Danielle Lombard, Brittany Paige and Rachel Lindsay. Several Bravo friends, including Scheana Shay and Brock Davies, were also in attendance for the special day.

The Valley costars Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick, Janet and Jason Caperna, Nia Sanchez and Danny Booko, Zack Wickham and Benji Quach, Tom Schwartz and Kiana Carroll, Jesse Lalley and Brittany Cartwright also made the trip from Southern California to New Jersey.

“Seeing Melissa walking down the aisle to me [was my favorite part],” Jasmine shared. “There are so many moving parts during a wedding weekend, but that moment was always what mattered most. Everything else faded away, and it became about the two of us making a commitment to each other.”

Jasmine and Melissa’s makeup was perfected by celebrity makeup artist Hendra Nasril using color fuse blush by Haus Labs. When it was time to dance, Jasmine wore Sneex as she danced the night away with her wife and closest friends. Fans can look forward to more content creation by Day of Bestie and photos by Sammy Jo Del Priore to be released in the coming days.

In November 2024, Us exclusively confirmed that Jasmine, 38, and Melissa, 33, both proposed to each other during a romantic getaway in Italy.

“It was really crazy because we both have been thinking about getting engaged and looking at rings for a while now. We were just trying to find the right time and place to do it,” Jasmine told Us at the time. “Before I could even propose to her, she surprised me, which I was blown away [by].”

Since getting engaged, Jasmine and Melissa have chronicled their road to the altar both on social media and on Bravo.

During season 3 of The Valley cameras have rolled as the couple navigated wedding planning and celebrations with their closest friends.

The pair have even had discussions about expanding their family once they get married.

“We both honestly want to start a family really soon. That’s our main goal,” Jasmine previously told Us. “We both want to be moms and for us, we do want to make sure we’re married first. That’s something that means a lot to our family.”

For now, both Jasmine and Melissa are grateful that life brought them together for a special love story they are happy to celebrate in front of their nearest and dearest.

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“I’m grateful for Melissa’s heart. She loves fiercely, supports the people she cares about and always shows up with kindness and grace,” Jasmine gushed to Us. “She has been my biggest cheerleader and my safe place. I truly feel lucky to call her my wife.”

Melissa added, “I’m grateful for Jasmine’s strength, optimism and ability to light up every room she walks into. She inspires me every day to be a better person. She makes life fun, fills our home with love and reminds me not to take the little moments for granted. I’m endlessly grateful that I get to share this life with her.”

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Even HBO is not immune to bad shows or seasons declining in quality. The network is easily one of the most celebrated for its storytelling, with bold and imaginative series like The Wire, The Sopranos, and Game of Thrones. The aforementioned shows are hailed as some of the best HBO has ever produced, but they also attracted criticism with seasons varying in quality or an ending that was unsatisfactory. Still, the network has managed to release shows that have maintained their quality throughout, and one of them is a 2018 drama series that played all its cards right.

Right from the word go, this show had its own identity with a unique filming technique, dialogue, and recognizable score. It introduced its endgame early and never extended the story to milk the success. That show ended in 2023 with one of the most satisfying, albeit controversial, finales. Titled Succession, the drama series did not overstay its welcome, with all its seasons rated highly on Rotten Tomatoes by critics. The Brian Cox-led family dramedy gave viewers what they love the most: rich people dealing with rich people’s problems. And to this day, the Roy Family Saga remains entertaining even when the show ended three years ago. Streaming data from FlixPatrol shows a renewed interest in Succession over the past week, with viewers seeking out the entire show on Apple’s PVOD service, iTunes. It consistently stayed in the top ten, peaking at number seven.

Succession was created by Jesse Armstrong and follows the Roys, a wealthy American family fighting for control of their media empire. Cox stars as Logan Roy, the family’s patriarch, whose declining health causes ripples not just within the family but also in the larger corporate world, as the company’s future grows precarious. His children fight to impress him so that he could name them successor, a fight that led to some of the most memeable moments when the show was originally on the air. Succession made many of its cast members recognizable names in Hollywood and cemented others as generational talents.

What Is the Cast of ‘Succession’ Up To Currently?

Since the show ended, Succession‘s cast has moved on to other projects. Cox is expected to appear in the second season of Dexter: Resurrection as the season’s main villain, The New York Reaper. Meanwhile, Jeremy Strong is Mark Zuckerberg in Aaron Sorkin‘s follow-up to The Social Network, The Social Reckoning. After playing the youngest Roy sibling, Kieran Culkin is now in Panem for the 50th annual games in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Sarah Snook recently starred in Peacock‘s thriller All Her Fault, while Matthew McFayden starred in The Miniature Wife for the same streamer. McFayden will be seen next in A Legacy of Spies for MGM+ and the BBC.

All seasons of Succession are available to stream on HBO Max in the U.S. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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Steven Spielberg doesn’t just make sci-fi; he makes sci-fi in a way only he can. His stories feature a human element amid the alien and supernatural occurrences, which makes his work resonate with many audiences. Recent shows like The Boroughs have been lauded for their magical, Spielbergian feeling. And while Spielberg is known for movies, he has occasionally dipped his toes into television, bringing his grand visions to the small screen.

That’s why Apple TV enlisted him back when the streaming service was launching as Apple TV+. Among the streamer’s earliest shows was a 5-part sci-fi series that never got the attention it deserved and was canceled after one season. The series was a remake of Spielberg’s 1985 award-winning series Amazing Stories. The 2020 version had a longer runtime than its predecessor, which was only 25 minutes per episode. The season followed an anthology format, with each episode telling a distinct story featuring entirely different characters, settings, and eras. It enlisted episodic guest stars such as Dylan O’Brien (Teen Wolf), Victoria Pedretti (You), Josh Holloway (Duster), and Austin Stowell (NCIS: Origins).

Six years later, Amazing Stories is seeing renewed interest, especially in America. The series has been among the most-watched in the past week, according to data from FlixPatrol, with viewers seeking it out on Apple’s PVOD service iTunes. Shows cultivating a new audience years after they ended are not uncommon, but are usually catalyzed by a recent development, and for Amazing Stories, it could be Spielberg’s new sci-fi movie, Disclosure Day. The film opened in theaters on June 12 and has been lauded as a masterpiece with an 84% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Why Was ‘Amazing Stories’ Cancelled?

Shows getting canceled is rarely about one thing or another; it’s a combination of many factors, and for Amazing Stories, those problems started early when the original showrunner, Bryan Fuller, left the series because of creative differences. Apple TV — still in its infancy stage — halved the original ten-episode order, and when the show premiered, it didn’t make a huge impression on viewers or critics. It failed to capture a wide audience due to low ratings, and the anthology format did it no favors, as there was no cast appeal. Ultimately, Apple TV opted not to order more episodes, effectively ending the show’s short run. Still, Amazing Stories is a decent, heartfelt watch that’ll keep you guessing throughout.

Stream all episodes on Apple TV in the U.S., and catch Disclosure Day in theaters now. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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Since the early 2010s, fantasy television has been getting more and more popular, and has become a rising trend in the world of media. Networks are more willing now to dump more and more of their budgets into large-scale fantasy productions, which is why there are so many of them nowadays. Admittedly, it can be kind of hard to keep up with it all in this new wave of television, especially at the frequent rate in which new TV series are coming out.

Every so often, a fantasy series comes out that knocks it out of the park, but only a select few each year really get this chance. Even in the last year or two, there have been some real diamonds in the rough, some of which deserve more attention. The following lists the best fantasy TV shows from 2025 and 2026 that are absolutely perfect, even if they only have one or two seasons so far.

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‘Widow’s Bay’ (2026-Present)

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Widow’s Bay is sort of a mishmash of several different genres. It’s primarily a horror/comedy at its heart, but it can also be considered a supernatural drama of sorts. And yes, it can also be considered a fantasy series, especially in the way that it features mythical creatures, many of them from folklore and legend. Premiering just this April, the series is set in the fictional town of Widow’s Bay, New England, which is afflicted with a terrible curse. This curse brings nightmares to life, awakening the dead and bringing some of the most horrific monsters from local legend to life. As if that wasn’t bad enough, the mayor of the town believes the curse to be a bunch of humbug, much to the dismay of the townsfolk.

This series is so much fun to watch because it doesn’t take itself too seriously. Sure, there are some high stakes, but the juxtaposition of a skeptical mayor faced with undeniably supernatural phenomena is often hilarious. It’s a quirky, eccentric story that feels truly singular in the world of television, which is why so many viewers have spoken so highly of it. Even though it’s far from the most fantastical series on this list, it’s an absolute riot and a masterpiece in the making.

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‘The Mighty Nein’ (2025–Present)

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The Mighty Nein is an animated Amazon Prime Video series based on a custom campaign in the popular tabletop role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons. More specifically, the show is based on a campaign played in the second season of the Critical Role podcast, and was released following the success of Critical Role‘s other animated series, The Legend of Vox Machina. Vox Machina and The Mighty Nein take place in the same immersive, lore-rich world, albeit on two completely different continents.

Like Vox Machina, the cast of Critical Role actually voice their in-game characters, making it familiar and nostalgic for fans of the original podcast. It also makes the characters feel more authentic, since the creators have already poured so much of themselves into them. The story of The Mighty Nein is about a group of misfit criminals who carry the fate of the world in their hands when an arcane artifact is rediscovered. What results is plenty of humor, action, and some genuinely moving drama. Like Vox Machina, this show is absolutely stellar, and received rave, near-perfect reviews all around.

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‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ (2025–Present)

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Outlander has been a pretty popular fantasy series that has been running since 2014. Based on the novels by Diana Gabaldon, the series is primarily a historical fantasy, following a British nurse in World War II named Claire (Caitríona Balfe) as she is magically transported through time to various important eras. She falls in love with a Scottish Highland warrior in 1743, who is one of the key characters in the entire series. Not only does the show feature major historical events, but heartwarming romance, as well.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood serves as a prequel series, focusing on the parents of the nurse’s love interest, Jamie (Sam Heughan), in 18th-Century Scotland. The series also flips to World War I, following Claire’s parents. So, there’s still plenty of romance to be had in this one, even if time travel isn’t quite as common. Still, for only having two seasons so far, Blood of My Blood has been met with A-plus reviews from critics and audiences alike, with some fans even calling it better than the original show.

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‘Devil May Cry’ (2025–Present)

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Devil May Cry is an animated series based on the video game series of the same name. Historically, video game adaptations have been seen as cheap cash grabs with little to no substance, and very little quality put into them; however, many adaptations of late have been breaking that curse. Make no mistake, Devil May Cry is absolutely one of those. Based on a video game or not, the show is truly excellent, featuring all the gritty visuals, gruesome violence, and hideous monsters that made people love the original games.

The story follows Dante (Johnny Yong Bosch), a red-clad, white-haired demon hunter who himself is actually half-human, half-demon. He is called into battle when a new demonic entity threatens to open the gates of Hell, unleashing the demonic horde upon humanity, which means it’s time for Dante to earn his paycheck. Even though the show is being scrapped following Devik May Cry‘s third season, the one that has been released so far is top-tier television, and is a really special treat for fans of the original video game series, or for those who like fantasy in general. It’ll resonate especially well with fantasy fans from the 2000s, as low fantasy shows involving demons were super popular at the time.

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‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ (2026–Present)

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Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord is the newest Star Wars animated series from Dave Filoni, who also created all of the other animated series in canon. This show stars Maul (Sam Witwer), formerly Darth Maul, as he builds a new criminal syndicate in the shadow of the Galactic Empire. Set between the third and fourth films, this show introduced some new characters, brought some familiar faces back, and came with pulse-pounding action and a surprising grittiness to it.

Whether fans agree or not, franchise creator George Lucas has stated that Star Wars is absolutely fantasy, and not sci-fi, because he felt it was more in line with mythology rather than typical sci-fi tropes. Regardless, Maul – Shadow Lord has been one of the greatest Star Wars series to date, with some intense lightsaber duels and a new plotline that has fueled fan speculation online. It will be interesting to see what happens next. Even though it’s only got one season thus far, it’s still perfect in all regards, and has been met with universal acclaim, especially from the fanbase.

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‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ (2026–Present)

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is the newest TV show set in the world of Westeros, originally penned by George R. R. Martin. As many already know, Martin’s fantasy novel series eventually became the cultural phenomenon that is Game of Thrones, which later spawned two spin-off series. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is one of these series, set decades prior to Game of Thrones. It is based on a series of novellas written by Martin, which tell a more intimate, smaller tale than presented in the main series.

The primary characters of this series are Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey) and Aegon “Egg” Targaryen (Dexter Sol Ansell), a knight and his squire who spend their time wandering Westeros, encountering enemies, and forming an unlikely friendship. The novellas were known for their chemistry and comedy, which the show has emulated perfectly. Like the other series set in the same universe, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has been an absolute masterpiece, even though it’s only got one season so far. Fans can’t wait to see what misadventures their heroes will get up to next.

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A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms

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Release Date

January 18, 2026

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Network

HBO

Showrunner

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Ira Parker

Directors

Owen Harris

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  Peter Claffey

  Ser Duncan ‘Dunk’ the Tall

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