When the weather hits that sticky ‘I can’t possibly wear jeans today’ phase — which for me is anything over 70 degrees — I become completely dependent on easy-going dresses that require zero thought yet still make me feel cute and pulled together. This smocked maxi dress is the piece I immediately reach for the second the temperature starts creeping into the ‘humid before 9 a.m.’ zone.

What I love most is that this popular maxi somehow manages to feel breezy and comfortable without looking sloppy. It has that effortless throw-on-and-go energy that works for literally everything: coffee runs, beach weekends, backyard dinners, errands and those random plans you forgot about until an hour before.

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The Grace Karin dress is designed with lightweight fabric, which moves beautifully without clinging. Additionally, the relaxed fit makes it ideal for those unbearably hot summer days when anything remotely tight feels offensive.

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The spaghetti straps, milkmaid bodice and cinched waist give this maxi dress that go-with-the-flow energy that keeps me coming back for more. It also provides a flattering fit, thanks to the A-line silhouette. Oh, and another nice surprise was realizing that this sundress has pockets. That’s right — pockets!

The editor-approved find is also incredibly versatile, depending on how you style it. I’ve worn it with flat sandals and a straw tote for the daytime, then swapped in gold jewelry and platform wedges for dinner later that night. It’s one of those magical wardrobe pieces that somehow works, whether or not you’re trying.

Amazon shoppers are just as obsessed with the details as I am. One reviewer pointed out how the “smocked bodice was very flattering and the maxi length was perfect for the beach.” They also love the fabric, calling it “soft and breathable” enough to stay comfortable in the heat.

Another reviewer compared the fabric to a T-shirt material that “drapes beautifully,” adding how it’s versatile to take from hot days to the office without “freezing” in it.

If your wardrobe is missing that one easy summer dress you can throw on repeatedly, snag this Grace Karin number while it’s discounted. It’s breezy, flattering, versatile and exactly the kind of piece that makes getting dressed in a heat wave feel significantly less annoying.

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The fanfare. The running. The steps. Punching big slabs of beef. Chopping wood. Snow. Wind. Rain. You know it all, and you love it, because it’s impossible not to. The most inspirational sports franchise in the history of movies is about to get a new home, so it’s time to take a seat and prepare for 12 rounds.

Netflix is adding a major chunk of the Rocky franchise on June 1, with Rocky, Rocky III, Rocky IV, Rocky V, and Rocky Balboa all joining the streamer. Together, the wider franchise has become one of the most iconic sports sagas in movie history, with the original run and follow-ups through Creed turning Rocky into a billion-dollar franchise. The films tell the story of Rocky Balboa, a scrappy underdog boxer from Philadelphia who ends up fighting the World Heavyweight Champion, Apollo Creed.

The Rocky movies star Sylvester Stallone (First Blood) as Rocky Balboa, the Italian Stallion; Talia Shire (The Godfather) as Adrian, Rocky’s wife; Burt Young (Chinatown) as Paulie, Adrian’s brother; Carl Weathers (Predator) as Apollo Creed, Rocky’s greatest rival and later friend; Burgess Meredith (Grumpy Old Men) as Mickey, Rocky’s trainer; Mr. T (The A-Team) as Clubber Lang, Rocky’s ruthless challenger; Dolph Lundgren (Universal Soldier) as Ivan Drago, the Soviet fighter; and Milo Ventimiglia (This Is Us) as Robert Balboa Jr., Rocky’s son.

How Successful Was the ‘Rocky’ Franchise?

It’s hard to overstate just how successful the films ended up being, from truly humble beginnings. The original Rocky films alone grossed roughly $1.27 billion worldwide across six movies, from Rocky through Rocky Balboa. When you include the Creed trilogy, the wider Rocky/Creed franchise rises to about $1.93 billion worldwide.

The original 1976 Rocky was the real miracle, as it cost about $1 million and grossed around $225 million worldwide, which is ridiculously successful given the fact it was essentially an indie. It also won Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Film Editing at the Oscars, while Sylvester Stallone became only the third person at the time to be nominated for acting and writing in the same year.

Rocky II made about $200 million worldwide, Rocky III made about $270 million, and Rocky IV made about $300 million, making the middle stretch of the franchise especially huge commercially. By that point, Rocky wasn’t just the on-screen underdog, he was almost the face of America as he single-handedly ended the Cold War, or so the film attempted to depict. Rocky V dropped hard with about $120 million, but Rocky Balboa rebounded respectably with about $156 million.

Then Creed gave the franchise a second life. Creed, Creed II, and Creed III grossed roughly $174 million, $214 million, and $274 million worldwide, respectively, with Creed III becoming one of the highest-grossing entries in the entire franchise.

The Rocky collection comes to Netflix on June 1.

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Amid their continued strained ties with the royal family, sources have suggested that Prince William will take a “much harder line” with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle when he becomes king.

William and his brother haven’t been on speaking terms, particularly after the duke made several damaging accusations against the royal family following his exit from the firm and relocation to the U.S.

Prince Harry and William’s father, King Charles, reportedly wants them to settle and is said to have launched secret plans to bring the quest to fruition.

William will reportedly not take things lightly with his estranged brother, Harry, and his wife, Meghan.

Reports have earlier claimed that the Duke of Sussex has reached out to his elder brother but heard nothing back, meaning they’ve not been able to settle their long-running feud, with sources even suggesting William is “done with the drama.”

Now, royal experts have claimed that the future king will take a “much harder line” against his brother and sister-in-law, who have continued to use their royal titles to make money and promote a “faux royal” lifestyle.

“William will take a much harder line with Harry and Meghan when he’s king,” the insider told the Daily Mail.

Although the nature of such a hardline stance wasn’t discussed, many members of the royal family have reportedly raised eyebrows over how the Montecito-based couple continues to pose as royals despite dropping their working roles since 2020.

The Future King’s Silence Is Said To Be ‘A Strategy’

William has grown famous for his no-nonsense approach to duty, even distancing himself from disgraced uncle Andrew following reports of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

With his brother, things will likely not change even as the duke prepares for a trip to the UK for an Invictus Games event this summer.

In a chat with Fox News Digital, royal expert Helena Chard explained that the Prince of Wales is willfully “ignoring the circus” and is “done with the drama.”

When Harry last visited the UK to check on his father after getting wind of his cancer diagnosis, both brothers still didn’t meet, nor did they talk, as William continues to build a “wall of silence” between them.

“This feels like a permanent royal reset,” Chard shared. “But William’s silence isn’t a mystery. It’s a strategy.”

“William regards his brother as totally untrustworthy,” royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams also told the news outlet.

King Charles Taps Aide To Help Bring The Brothers Back Together

Meanwhile, Charles is reportedly keen to see Harry and Willian reunited and has set a secret plan in motion to actualize this goal.

Reports suggest the monarch is deeply troubled by their rift and has made it “mission number one” for his newest aide, Theo Rycroft, to bring them back together and mend their strained relationship.

Although Rycroft only joined the firm earlier this year, reports claim he has earned the trust of the monarch and is described as a calm operator who’s highly skilled in very sensitive situations.

King Charles’ Aide Plans To Set Up A Meeting Between Prince Harry And William During The Duke’s Invictus Games In The UK

According to the Daily Mail, Rycroft is hoping to kick off actions when Harry lands in the country in July for his Invictus Games event, and would first set up a meeting between him and Charles before encouraging William to join them.

Sources close to Rycroft say he believes the situation is “f-cking ridiculous” and is dead set on “urgently” resolving the issue for Charles’ sake.

“He thinks it’s time to knock their heads together,” the insider said. “Theo’s a very reasonable guy and incredibly nice, and he completely gets that this is a source of great pain to the king and wants to help him resolve it. He sees his job as helping the king resolve it.”

Prince William And King Charles Are Reportedly Clashing Over Harry

It remains to be seen how things will go, as there are still talks of how the king is being careful and doesn’t want to double-cross his eldest son.

Sources told Heat World in April that William remains adamant on not extending an olive branch to Harry, even though his father has taken a much more forgiving outlook on his younger son’s past missteps.

“Charles is at the point where he wants to forgive Harry and find a path forward, but William simply won’t hear of it, no matter what his father says,” an insider said.

“It’s becoming a huge battle because William has a ton of influence behind the scenes, and the fact is that many people within The Firm agree that Harry and Meghan are poison, so Charles doesn’t have a lot of support for bringing them back in,” they continued.

The situation with Harry’s security is said to also be causing some clash between Charles and William, who think the duke is getting “what he deserves.”

Trace Cyrus is calling out his sister Brandi Cyrus for renting him what he claims is a “mold infested” home.

“Alright, story time guys. I’ve tried to be really f***ing nice,” Trace, 37, said in the first of many videos shared via his Instagram Stories on Friday, May 29. “So, I was renting this house from my lovely sister Brandi — happy belated birthday — a mold infested f***ing home. This is just one of the many problems since I moved into this house.”

He continued, “It’s been problem after problem. I just got clean water f***ing recently. I didn’t even have clean f***ing water. I’m sleeping on a f***ing air mattress downstairs. The reason I can’t put out my f***ing album or music this summer like I was planning? I gotta f***ing move again. Brandi doesn’t want to refund me my money. Wow. How many members of my family are just gonna go completely bats*** crazy and be pieces of s***? It just never ceases to amaze me, the way that I’m treated by my own family is absolutely f***ing disgusting. F*** you!”

Trace and his sister Brandi, 39, were adopted by country music star Billy Ray Cyrus and are the biological children of his ex-wife, Tish Cyrus. Billy Ray also shares Miley Cyrus, Braison Cyrus and Noah Cyrus with Tish, as well as son Christopher Cyrus with ex Kristin Luckey.

The Cyrus family is no stranger to public fallouts and online feuds. In January, Trace issued an emotional plea of sorts to his father after the country star made headlines for his messy divorce from Firerose and his political affiliation with President Donald Trump.

“Since my earliest memories all I can remember is being obsessed with you and thinking you were the coolest person ever,” Trace wrote of his adopted father at the time. “I wanted to be just like you. The day you adopted me was the happiest day of my life. Sadly the man that I wanted so desperately to be just like I barely recognize now. It seems this world has beaten you down and it’s become obvious to everyone but you.”

He continued at the time, “You may be upset with me for posting this but I really could care less at this point. Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away. Noah desperately has wanted you to be a part of her life and you haven’t even been there for her. That’s your baby girl. She deserves better.” (Us Weekly reached out to reps for Billy Ray for comment at the time of Trace’s post.)

In follow-up videos on Friday, Trace was able to calm down after issuing another fiery post, calling out his sister for allegedly avoiding any direct lines of communication.

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“Alright, the last video was me at about a level 3. Brandi, don’t hit up anyone else to f***ing do your talking for you. If you want to talk, call my f***ing phone, but I’m not playing nice anymore. I don’t give a f*** who the f*** you are — family, friends, it doesn’t f***ing matter — no one is f***ing me over anymore. Do the f***ing right thing or this is about to get real entertaining just f***ing wait, I promise.”

He added, “OK guys, I’ve chilled out a little bit. I got in the sauna, I meditated, I had to atroproject to the spiritual realm to make sure my mammy up in heaven was looking down in complete disgust at Brandi’s actions — she’s tuned in, she’s well aware, so that marks me happy.”

Us has reached out to Brandi’s rep for comment but did not hear back at the time of publication.

Sitcoms arguably aren’t what they used to be. While there are some great new ones, many sitcoms today rely on inspiration from ones that came before them. Some of them are even outright copies, spinoffs, or sequels. There have been some near-perfect sitcoms that changed the game and inspired others, like Friends and Seinfeld. But there are also forgotten ones that, rather than make a mark, have fallen into obscurity despite being so good, and likely used as references for shows we see today.

Fans have either forgotten about them entirely, forgotten how good they were, or simply stopped talking about them. With many of these shows still available to stream, they’re worth a second look. Whether you’re watching again decades later or for the first time, you might be surprised at how much you love them.

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‘Small Wonder’ (1985–1989)

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If there was ever a sitcom from the ’80s that is ripe for being remade today, it’s Small Wonder. The show was so far ahead of its time that the premise might seem more believable today than it did back then. Ted Lawson (Dick Christie) is a robotics engineer working on a humanoid robot designed to work as a domestic servant in homes with disabled children. Before pushing it to market, however, he brings the Voice Input Child Identicant (V.I.C.I), played by Tiffany Brissette, home with him. He calls her Vicki and integrates her into his family as a testing ground. The idea is to pass her off as a real girl.

The humor comes in Small Wonder when guests stop by, including the nosy neighbors who always pop in unexpectedly, and Vicki’s robotic nature draws suspicion. She does not express emotion, of course, and takes things literally. Sometimes, she even malfunctions. Small Wonder is one of the greatest ’80s shows nobody remembers. It’s downright hilarious, and a premise that could totally work today with a humanoid AI robot character, if a network were so inclined to bring it back. Even though the show aired 96 episodes across four seasons, Small Wonder has just become a blip in memories.

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‘Raising Hope’ (2010–2014)

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Back in the early 2010s, Raising Hope was a witty sitcom with an unbelievable premise. James “Jimmy” Chance (Lucas Neff) has a one-night stand with a woman who turns out to be a serial killer. When she is later sentenced to death, Jimmy learns that she is pregnant and gave birth to his daughter. Now, he has sole custody of Hope (Bayley and Rylie Cregut). At just 23 years old, Jimmy knows nothing about raising a child, so he seeks the help of his family, including his mother, Virginia (Martha Plimpton), and father, Burt (Garret Dillahunt).

The family is working class, Virginia holding down a job as a maid, and Burt running a lawn care/pool cleaning business. But they do the best they can. Airing for four seasons, Raising Hope leans into absurdist humor that combines laughs with sweetness. It has often been compared to Malcolm in the Middle in its tone. It’s one of those classic 21st-century sitcoms that is worth revisiting, helping define what would become a new generation of the genre.

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‘Don’t Trust the B—- In Apartment 23’ (2012–2014)

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There are still some die-hard fans who continue to express their anger for Don’t Trust the B—- In Apartment 23 ending so soon, naming it among the great sitcoms that were canceled too soon. There was some chatter recently about the show following the death of James Van Der Beek, who plays a fictional version of himself in the series. The story centers around Chloe (Krysten Ritter), an irresponsible young woman who cons others into sharing rent. She takes their money up front, then terrorizes them until they leave, declaring the deposit non-refundable. But when she meets small-town, naïve June (Dreama Walker), she can’t seem to get this woman to leave. June is so dejected about her situation, so starved for meaning in her life, that she’ll put up with just about anything.

So begins an unlikely friendship between two very different ladies, like a gender-swapped odd couple pairing. Praised for the acting and snappy dialogue, even called one of the most exciting new series in the year of its debut, Don’t Trust the B—- In Apartment 23 received rave reviews, but got cut from the primetime lineup before it really had the chance to shine. It’s one of those shows that would probably have done better on a streaming platform.

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‘Get a Life’ (1990–1992)

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You have probably long forgotten about this short-lived Fox sitcom that stars Chris Elliott as Chris Peterson, a 30-year-old man-child who delivers newspapers and lives above his parents’ garage. He gets in lots of trouble, a man of his age shouldn’t, much to the chagrin of his parents. This includes his father, who is played by his real-life father and comedian Bob Elliott.

The show was far more disturbing than your cookie-cutter sitcom, plotlines often involving Chris dying, only to be resurrected in the next episode, much like Kenny in South Park. Elliott has a way about him, his comedic styling absurd and spastic, which was challenging for viewers (and network executives) to wrap their heads around compared to other, more wholesome sitcoms on the air at the time. But some who look back now think Get a Life was one of the most clever, underrated sitcoms made because it completely went against the grain.

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‘Smart Guy’ (1997–1999)

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While Young Sheldon is a prequel series to The Big Bang Theory, there’s no denying that it, and other shows like Malcolm in the Middle, drew at least some inspiration from the success of shows like Smart Guy. In this late ’90s sitcom, Tahj Mowry plays T.J. Henderson, a child prodigy who is pulled from fourth grade and placed into high school because of his genius-level IQ. This doesn’t necessarily sit well with his two older siblings, including his underachieving older brother Marcus (Jason Weaver). T.J. has a rough time adjusting to being among pubescent kids much older than him.

Airing for three seasons, Smart Guy isn’t just about a smart kid; it’s also a story about fitting in when you’re different. With the kids raised by their widowed single father, the sitcom has lots of heart. It was one of the few at the time centered around a middle-class Black family as well.

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‘The New Adventures of Old Christine’ (2006–2010)

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus gets so much attention for her roles in Seinfeld and Veep that her work in The New Adventures of Old Christine is overshadowed by these career-defining roles. But the CBS sitcom aired for five seasons and was arguably just as good in its own charming way. In it, she plays Christine, a single mother trying to balance her career with raising her son. She also has to deal with the complicated, albeit friendly, relationship with her ex-husband Richard (Clark Gregg), who has a new, younger girlfriend also named Christine (Emily Rutherford), hence the name of the show.

The sitcom also stars Hamish Linklater as Christine’s brother Matthew and Wanda Sykes as her best friend Barb. It’s a relatable story of a single mother trying to keep up with it all, from the seemingly perfect other moms at her son’s private school to her ex’s younger girlfriend. Adding to the humor, however, is Christine’s self-absorbed nature and insecurities. Funny, witty, and beautifully written and acted, given the high-profile talent at the center of the show, it’s a wonder why The New Adventures of Old Christine was canceled.

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‘My Wife and Kids’ (2001–2005)

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Damon Wayans and Tisha Campbell-Martin star in this sitcom about a wealthy Black family led by Michael (Wayans). But his wife Janet (Campbell-Martin), son Michael Jr. (George O. Gore II), and daughters Claire (Jazz Raycole, Jennifer Nicole Freeman) and Kady (Parker McKenna Posey) really rule the roost over him. That dynamic leads to much of the comedy on the show.

The ABC sitcom, which aired for five seasons and came after Wayans’ forgotten ’90s sitcom Damon, is wholesome, comedic fun. While the show got a lot of attention when it was on the air, in the two-plus decades since it ended, it has been largely forgotten. Wayans has tried his hand at sitcoms again, including in Poppa’s House, in which he starred with his real-life son Damon Wayans Jr. But My Wife and Kids is the sitcom that really put him on the map in the genre, and showed how he could translate his sketch comedy experience from shows like Saturday Night Live and In Living Color into a 30-minute weekly comedy.

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‘Better Off Ted’ (2009–2010)

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This short-lived satirical sitcom features Ted (Jay Harrington), a head of research and development at a fictional company, often breaking the fourth wall to address the audience about the ridiculous things going on at his work. A workplace comedy like no other, Better Off Ted stars Portia de Rossi as Ted’s supervisor and Andrea Anders as his co-worker and love interest, Linda.

Despite being praised for its witty and satirical humor and being counted among the best 2000s sitcoms, Better Off Ted only lasted two seasons, after which it completely fell off the map. The victim of low ratings, it’s the type of sitcom that might have done better on a streaming service. Aside from the daily antics, it’s also a powerful message about evil corporations, how they can do things like sway politics, and the lengths they’ll go to manipulate people and make money.

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‘Head of the Class’ (1986–1991)

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Head of the Class is about history teacher Charlie Moore (Howard Hesseman) and his class of gifted high school students. The show changed for its final two seasons with Billy Connolly taking on the role following Hesseman’s departure. Revived for HBO Max in 2021, the new version only lasted a single season before it was canceled and outright removed from the streamer.

That short-lived revival was the last time anyone heard about Head of the Class beyond mention is the Investigation Discovery docuseries Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. That’s because Dan Schneider, who went to create and produce several Nickelodeon kids’ shows, starred in the series. Beyond that, however, Head of the Class is worth remembering as a lovely glimpse into high school life for students who aren’t exposed to the mainstream curriculum and have their own unique experience.

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‘Herman’s Head’ (1991–1994)

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Often credited with being a precursor to the animated movie Inside Out, Herman’s Head is a hilarious sitcom about Herman Brooks (William Ragsdale), a research assistant working for a magazine publisher. Viewers get to see what’s going on in Herman’s thought process through actors who represent his most dominant personality traits: sensitivity, lust and hunger, anxiety, and intellect and logic. They are constantly at odds with one another while Herman tries to make pivotal decisions. A few others pop up when the situation calls for them, like jealousy and even once God, played by the late Leslie Nielsen.

A clever way to show how much processing goes on in our brains before we do or say anything, Herman’s Head was cancelled due to low ratings. But it deserved more attention and remains one of the best ’90s shows you probably haven’t seen. The show did come up in recent pop culture when an episode of Only Murders in the Building opens with a character watching an episode of the show.

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Nicolas Winding Refn is a filmmaker who has attracted as much criticism as he has praise, but nothing he’s ever been involved with could be accused of being dull. Refn’s polarizing style of highly mannered, methodical neo-noir storytelling might not be for everyone, but it’s hard to argue that he doesn’t have an eye for craftsmanship and can make visually arresting sequences. The prestige era of television has seen more movie directors dip their toes into the medium, and Refn first attempted to make that transition with his divisive Prime Video neo-Western Too Old To Die Young. Although that show had production values as excellent as one might expect from Refn, it felt closer to a collection of experimental movies than a cohesive series. However, Refn’s now-forgotten Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy is a wonderful modern noir with striking narrative and aesthetic choices.

Despite the fact that he has often worked with English-language actors on films that are set in America or the United Kingdom, Refn is a Danish filmmaker, and Copenhagen Cowboy is his first Danish-language project since the Pusher trilogy starring Mads Mikkelsen, a spiritual, supernatural neo-noir set in Denmark’s criminal underworld and follows the young psychic Miu (Angela Bundalovic) as she avoids shady powerbrokers who attempt to utilize her abilities for evil. While it might be hard to determine how much of Copenhagen Cowboy is literal and how much is metaphorical, the fact that the series encourages such thoughtful discourse is proof of its value. Rarely does a show feel like it has both created its own language and refuses to tone down its excess.

Netflix’s ‘Copenhagen Cowboy’ Is Unlike Any Other Revenge Show

Copenhagen Cowboy is a refreshing take on the neo-noir genre because the series is unapologetic in its supernatural qualities and offers commentary about how fairy tales have obscured reality. Miu is considered to be a “good luck” charm, but that isn’t necessarily a virtue when criminal enterprises desire her powers for the sake of their own goals; ironically, being someone who has the ability to improve someone’s fortune has made her life even more dangerous. While Refn very much takes the mythology of curses, ancient rituals, and transformations seriously, there is also a metaphorical message about the way that the world preys upon young women; Miu is desired by characters like Rosella (Dragana Milutinović) and her husband Sven (Per Thiim Thim) because of her youth, which is itself a novelty within the dangerous world of drug dealing and money laundering. It’s a dynamic depiction of the terror felt by young women, but Copenhagen Cowboy turns the tables by giving Miu the power to lead the story and make her own decisions.

Although he became known for getting great performances from established movie stars like Elle Fanning and Ryan Gosling, Refn pulled off an amazing feat in assembling his cast for Copenhagen Cowboy, as it consists primarily of unknowns. There’s little time spent on exposition because of the mystical way in which the show’s logic operates, but Refn found actors who are able to bring history and humanity to his characters. Andreas Lykke Jørgensen gives a striking breakout performance because his character, Nicklas, is essentially the counterpoint of Miu; he shares her powers, but has become selfish and narcissistic because he grew up with privilege and has never had to learn to be independent. The legendary Croatian character actor Zlatko Burić, who just recently gave a great performance in Wonder Man, is perfectly cast as the shady lawyer Miroslav, who is willing to serve anyone in the underworld if it is for the right price; the eccentricity Burić brings to a truly strange performance indicates that Refn is self-aware of how inherently silly the world of Copenhagen Cowboy is, and is willing to lampoon its aura of self-seriousness.

‘Copenhagen Cowboy’ Is Auteur Television at Its Finest

It’s depressing to hear how many modern shows are created for viewers who only watch them passively, which makes it exciting that Copenhagen Cowboy is a visual masterpiece that is surprisingly beautiful, despite its ugly subject material. Given that Miu is a character in search of lightness when the world feels obscured by darkness, it makes sense that Refn’s directorial style would adhere to her perspective. Although it’s possible to enjoy Copenhagen Cowboy as a nearly silent experience, it’s made even more enthralling thanks to the amazing score by Cliff Martinez, who has worked with Refn on films like Drive and Only God Forgives.

Copenhagen Cowboy is a show that proves the virtue of streaming services like Netflix because it is a niche project aimed at a very specific section of arthouse cinephiles and doesn’t attempt to “soften” itself for the sake of appeasing the average viewer. At the same time, those who hadn’t previously been engaged with Refn’s work might find that Copenhagen Cowboy is a “gateway” experience that encourages them to look into his cinematic output. Refn has been rather open about the struggles he’s faced in finding funding for his work, especially given how much backlash he earned for something as divisive (albeit brilliant) as Only God Forgives. If anything, Copenhagen Cowboy indicates that he might have found his calling on television, as it’s a medium that best suits his priorities as a storyteller.

It’s an oft quoted line that the best sports movies, and particularly boxing movies, are the ones that aren’t actually about the sport itself. Obviously, we’re thrilled when we watch the fighting scenes, the training montages, the highs and the lows and the inevitable triumph, but ultimately, they only really work if we buy into the characters. This is a key example of that particular trope, and it understands it completely. It’s a sports drama, sure, but it’s also a Depression-era survival story about a man trying to keep his family together when, quite literally, all hope appears to be lost.

Cinderella Man comes to Netflix on June 1, bringing Ron Howard‘s $108 million boxing drama back to streaming. The film tells the true story of James J. Braddock, who was a former heavyweight contender, and whose career seemed over and done with before he staged one of the most unlikely comebacks in sports history. During the Great Depression, Braddock returned to the ring because he and his family desperately needed the money, with glory a secondary thought to survival.

Cinderella Man stars Russell Crowe (Gladiator) as James J. Braddock, the struggling boxer fighting for a second chance; Renée Zellweger (Chicago) as Mae Braddock, his wife; Paul Giamatti (Sideways) as Joe Gould, Braddock’s manager; Craig Bierko (The Thirteenth Floor) as Max Baer, the heavyweight champion; Paddy Considine (Hot Fuzz) as Mike Wilson, Braddock’s friend; Bruce McGill (Collateral) as Jimmy Johnston, the boxing promoter; and David Huband (Cube Zero) as Ford Bond, the fight announcer.

How Successful Was ‘Cinderella Man’?

Unfortunately, for such a well-crafted and intimate sports drama, the film wasn’t a success commercially by any means. It grossed around $108.5 million worldwide against an estimated $88 million budget, which means it likely struggled once marketing costs and theater splits were factored in. So, box office-wise, sadly, it wasn’t a hit. That’s not to say the film didn’t get any love at all, though.

Critically, it fared a lot better. It has an 80% Rotten Tomatoes score, a 69 Metascore, and earned three Oscar nominations, including Best Supporting Actor for Paul Giamatti. All in all, it’s one of those familiar tales of a prestige movie that wows the critics but fails to find an audience until it lands on streaming.

Cinderella Man comes to Netflix on June 1.

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Release Date

June 2, 2005

Runtime

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144 minutes

Writers

Akiva Goldsman, Cliff Hollingsworth

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Netflix has had a big year in 2026 with new releases like The Rip (starring Matt Damon) and War Machine (starring Alan Ritchson). The former was the biggest movie of the year for the streamer until the premiere of the latter, which has added over 130 million views since its debut back in March. Netflix also aired the third season of The Night Agent a few months ago, and while the streamer quickly renewed the show for Season 4, it has since been announced that the next season will be the last. The success for Netflix in 2026 all started with Stranger Things, though — the show may have kicked off its final season at the end of 2025, but it aired the final episode on New Year’s Day, even putting the series finale in theaters around the world.

Stranger Things was written and created for TV by the Duffer brothers, Ross and Matt, and the show exploded to the level it has turned the duo into one of the most sought-after TV producers in Hollywood. The Duffers didn’t take long to come back to Netflix for a new sci-fi series, The Boroughs, which arrived on the platform last weekend. It’s now been over a full week since The Boroughs began streaming, but the show has still yet to concede the #1 spot on Netflix streaming charts — the streamer may have the next version of Stranger Things on its hand. The Duffer brothers did not write The Boroughs — that job fell to Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, but they did produce the show and were involved in the creative direction.

What Is ‘The Boroughs’ About?

Netflix has released an official synopsis for The Boroughs, which reads as follows:

“In a seemingly picturesque retirement community, a group of unlikely heroes must band together to stop an otherworldly threat from stealing the one thing they don’t have: time.”

Alfred Molina, famed for his role as Doc Ock in Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man: No Way Home, stars in the lead role of Sam Cooper in The Boroughs. Additional cast members include Alfre Woodard (12 Years a Slave), Denis O’Hare (Dallas Buyers Club), and Clarke Peters (The Wire). Euphoria director Augustine Frizzell helmed four episodes of The Boroughs, more than any other director. The show holds scores of 95% from critics and 85% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.

Check out all episodes of The Boroughs on Netflix and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of all the most popular projects on streaming.

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Release Date

May 21, 2026

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Netflix

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Jeffrey Addiss, Will Matthews

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Augustine Frizzell, Kyle Patrick Alvarez, Ben Taylor

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Roomies, a new family photo has social media deep in their feelings after a rare moment between Nipsey Hussle’s daughter, Emani Asghedom, and Blacc Sam surfaced online. The picture quickly caught fans’ attention as they reflected on how much time has passed and how grown Emani looks these days. While many were focused on the heartfelt family connection, the occasion behind the celebration prompted supporters to flood the comments with congratulations.

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Emani Asghedom Marks Major Milestone In Style

Emani Asghedom has officially graduated from high school. The 17-year-old celebrated the milestone alongside her uncle, Blacc Sam, in photos shared to Instagram by her mother, Tanisha Foster, on Friday, who proudly captioned the post, “Congratulations to my baby.” The achievement marks a significant new chapter for Emani, whose father, the late Nipsey Hussle, often spoke about the importance of instilling values like leadership, confidence, and integrity in his daughter.

Just days before celebrating her latest milestone, Emani Asghedom had social media showing major love after a video of her fresh hairstyle started making rounds online. Celebrity hairstylist Curt Cobain shared a clip of Emani on Instagram, and fans couldn’t stop talking about how grown she looked as she showed off her voluminous curls and effortless glam. While it wasn’t immediately clear whether she was getting ready for graduation festivities or another special event, the comments section quickly filled with heart-eye emojis and messages from supporters who have watched Nipsey Hussle’s daughter grow up over the years.

Fans Say Nipsey Would Be Proud

Fans quickly flooded The Shade Room’s comment section, with many pointing out how much Blacc Sam resembles his late brother, Nipsey Hussle. Several users called the siblings “twins,” saying the family resemblance was especially striking in the graduation photos. Others focused on congratulating Emani on her accomplishment, while many shared heartfelt messages expressing that they know her father would be proud of the young woman she has become.

This Instagram user @shantelledominica93 added, “The brother the daddy“

And, Instagram user @devika_renade shared, “Why I thought this was Nipsey hussle for second….“

Meanwhile, Instagram user @hey.mrs.tre wrote, “I love how Blacc Sam is standing in for Nipsey 😢💙🏁”

While Instagram user @ebonyisthatdiva said, “Congratulations, Emani. On this great accomplishment, your father would be extremely proud of his babygirl 👏🥳.”

Finally, Instagram user @philly__freckles added, “She’s so beautiful! I know her Dad is smiling down 🏁💙”

Emani’s Graduation Echoes Nipsey’s Lasting Values

Before his passing in 2019, Hussle revealed that he used their daily rides to school to teach Emani about leadership, confidence, and integrity. “That’s our script every morning,” he shared at the time. Fans may also remember Emani accompanying her father to the 2019 Grammy Awards when his debut album, ‘Victory Lap,’ was nominated for Best Rap Album. Hussle is also the father of 9-year-old Kross, whom he shares with Lauren London. London additionally shares son Kameron with her ex-fiancé, Lil Wayne.

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Jennifer Lopez seriously soaked up the sun this past Memorial Day, and took to Instagram to share some behind-the-scene snaps. She looked gorgeous (as always), hanging by the pool in a stunning white bikini style that totally feels like a summer classic. We’re ready to channel the same look for pool days and beach hangs, and luckily, we spotted an almost identical bathing suit on Amazon for just $26.

A white bikini always looks good, but you shouldn’t have to stress about it being see-through, especially when you go swimming. This triangle bikini is double-lined, so you don’t have to worry about any wardrobe mishaps. It’s made with a stretchy, smooth fabric blend, and is ultra comfy. Shoppers say it “fits comfortably, as you can tie it to adjust it.” They love it so much, some buy it in other colors, too!

Get the Tainehs Halter Bikini Set for $26 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

If you’re looking for a bikini with plenty of support on top, this one delivers. It features removable push-up padding and a flattering halter neckline that looks incredible on every body type, whether you’re bustier or smaller-chested. One reviewer wrote, “I’m a size 34DD and a medium holds my girls perfectly.”

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The bottoms are cheeky and a touch sexy, while still feeling comfortable, which make them perfect for your next tropical getaway. They feature a self-tie on each side to give you the perfect fit on the bottom, too.

If you’re looking for a sexy-but-wearable bikini for your next pool day, look no further. This style nicely captures Lopez’s glam summer look, but for under $30.

Get the Tainehs Halter Bikini Set for $26 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

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