In this day and age, franchise films have overwhelmed the cultural landscape, but one still finds a way to reinvent itself. This IP continues to impress, even decades after it came screaming out of the darkness. Sci-fi horror was in its early days in the ‘70s, but Ridley Scott’s Alien redefined what it meant to be scared.

Starring Sigourney Weaver, the first Alien film was a jarring flip on the script. Instead of slasher films that often victimized women, the pendulum swung the other way. Weaver stars as Ripley, an officer on the spaceship Nostromo who is really the only person concerned when an alien lifeform is found. Instead of adhering to the quarantine protocols, Captain Dallas (Tom Skerritt) brings an infected crew member on board, which allows the Xenomorph to be born — literally and painfully. Alien shows sexual violence pointed at men instead of women, and this first film fueled a sci-fi franchise that continues to impress audiences.

‘Alien’ Is Still Terrorizing Film and Television Audiences

The heart of the Alien films is the “perfect organism” that has been terrorizing viewers since 1979. This concept is what makes the series so addictive — and why the Weyland-Yutani corporation continues to try and capture the ultimate predator for profit. Alien has always been a source of fascination for viewers in the theaters, even with the less-than-popular franchise films. Following Sigourney Weaver’s tenure as Ellen Ripley, the series continued with some unfairly criticized sequels.

Prometheus served as a divisive prequel to the franchise, co-written by Lost co-showrunner Damon Lindelof. Viewers took issue with the Engineers, but the origins of the Xenomorph were still a captivating story. Starring Noomi Rapace, Charlize Theron, and Idris Elba, Prometheus shows the challenges of looking for faith in all the wrong places.

For some, the film was a misfire, but like the Xenomorph, the franchise always returned. Recent additions, such as Alien: Romulus, capitalized on what made the franchise so enduring to begin with. A love letter to the series, Romulus, takes place between Alien and Aliens as a crew imprisoned by Weyland-Yutani gets trapped in another version of Ripley’s story. Horror director Fede Álvarez finds the sweet spot with the film, showing the heartbreaking reality of an android with the character Andy (David Jonsson) and a killer third act – in more ways than one.

It was with FX’s television series, Alien: Earth, that really showed how to do a franchise right. The series elevated the original concept of a victim stuck in a room with a killing machine and broadened the concept even further. Created by Fargo scribe Noah Hawley, the series is set a couple of years before the first Alien film.

At its core, Alien has always been a criticism of capitalism, which Hawley’s series explores. At a time when technology has reached its peak, corporations have been looking for a path to immortality. Humanity has created cyborgs, fully synthetic life, and hybrids. This sets up the main conflict when a research ship crashes into Earth, carrying a deadly secret.

Alien: Earth is just another way to explore the themes set up in Alien with even more specificity. This franchise continues to draw in viewers not just because of the scares, but also because of the social commentary that was always part of the IP’s DNA. Alien defined sci-fi horror and continues to show others in the genre how it’s done.

There are some movies that feel like they should have sparked a much bigger conversation than they actually did. Good Fortune is one of them. A comedy about angels, fate, and a messy clash between ordinary people and heavenly interference already sounds like the kind of thing that should click with streaming audiences, especially with Keanu Reeves in the mix. Now that it’s landed on Prime Video, it looks like the movie is finally getting that chance.

Prime Video’s global chart has shown the film surfacing in multiple territories, even if its exact placement is shifting day to day. That still matters. For a title that didn’t exactly arrive with a huge cultural footprint, just breaking through at all is a strong sign that viewers are finding it now in a much more relaxed streaming setting.

The film stars Reeves as the angel Gabriel, with the story following his attempts to meddle in the lives of a struggling worker and a wealthy capitalist. That premise alone makes the movie feel like a spiritual cousin to Dogma, even if it’s playing a much newer game. It may not have exploded in theaters, but on Prime Video, Good Fortune is finally getting to make its case.

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Is ‘Good Fortune’ Worth Watching?

Collider’s review by Joe Schmidt stated that Good Fortune is a fun and thoughtful comedy that does not always come together as smoothly as it should. The film clearly pulls from stories like It’s a Wonderful Life, using a familiar idea to explore money, privilege, and the struggle of getting by in a big city. It does not go especially deep with those themes, but it stays earnest enough to keep you invested. The strongest part of the movie is the cast. Ansari and Rogen both do what you expect them to do, and they are funny doing it. But Reeves and Keke Palmer are the real standouts. Reeves brings a goofy charm to Gabriel that makes him a constant highlight, while Palmer gives the movie warmth and heart whenever she is on screen.

“That’s not to say Ansari is consistently nuanced throughout this journey. Your mileage may vary on that. After a gigantic middle finger to capitalism, coupled with each character’s realization of what it takes to be a good person and why it’s worth it, Ansari finally takes something that has been prevalent throughout the entire film and puts it in the spotlight. Good Fortune is about love, redemption, and privilege, but it’s also an indictment of exploitative labor and the forces that enable it, even if it takes many clumsy steps to get there. Its greatest strength is a reminder that being a good person doesn’t get you a reward — being a good person is the reward.”

Good Fortune is streaming now.

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A plan for a “Schitt’s Creek” revival was considered, but it will no longer move forward following Catherine O’Hara‘s death. The series’ co-creator, Dan Levy, who was also the late actress’ co-star, revealed that he was thinking of creating a sequel to the beloved sitcom, but it’s no longer in the cards.

O’Hara’s unforgettable performance as the Rose family matriarch was a defining part of the show, making any continuation without her difficult to imagine.

Dan Levy Shuts Down The Possibility Of A ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Revival

Dan Levy, who co-created “Schitt’s Creek” with his father, Eugene Levy, visited Goodwood, Ontario, with “CBS Sunday Morning.” The town was where the series was shot, and it was Dan’s first time returning since they wrapped up filming in 2020 after six seasons.

“The memories are flooding back, I’ll tell you that,” Dan told CBS’ Anthony Mason. The broadcast journalist then brought up whether there’ll be a sequel, a question that fans have been asking. In a somber voice, Dan answered, “No. Not now.”

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Dan, who played O’Hara’s character’s son, David Rose, continued, “No. You can’t.” He revealed that before O’Hara’s death, he was thinking about making a revival. He became visibly emotional, wiping tears from his eyes as he said, “It’s tough,” adding that he’s holding on to the memories of O’Hara.

On a lighter note, he shared, “For someone who was not on the internet, she knew how to meme.”

The Showrunner Said Catherine O’Hara Death Was A ‘Collective Loss’

On March 31, Dan appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” where he talked about the late actress. He recalled how his first time on the talk show was with his fellow “Schitt’s Creek” stars. “It’s a collective loss, I think. She was the greatest. She’s irreplaceable,” Dan said.

Despite the grief, he said that he finds great comfort in knowing how much the late actress was loved. “You know what I mean? The outpouring. Everyone felt like they kind of knew her,” Dan explained.

Fallon agreed, saying O’Hara was “one of the funniest comedians,” and not only was she talented, but she was also “gorgeous.” “One of the great, great, great, great queens,” Dan added.

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Eugene Levy’s History With The Late Actress

Dan has known O’Hara long before working with her on “Schitt’s Creek.” His father, Eugene Levy, who played O’Hara’s husband Johnny Rose on “Schitt’s Creek,” had a decades-long professional relationship with the actress.

Eugene and O’Hara first met in the ’70s and were both featured on the Canadian sketch comedy series “SCTV,” and they worked on multiple projects together throughout the years. Following her death, he paid tribute to his co-star, saying, “Words seem inadequate to express the loss I feel today. I had the honor of knowing and working with the great Catherine O’Hara for over fifty years.”

Eugene continued to say that more than their working relationship, he also cherished their genuine friendship. “I will miss her,” he noted.

Catherine O’Hara’s Death Will Be Acknowledged In ‘The Studio’

O’Hara starred in Seth Rogen‘s series “The Studio” before her untimely death, playing Patty Leigh, a film producer let go from the fictional studio Continental Pictures. The series is returning for a second season, and according to Rogen, the late actress’ death will be acknowledged.

In an interview with The Times published on April 3, Rogen recalled working with the actress, saying, “We just wanted her to think we were funny.” Following her death, Rogen said dealing with the loss was an “unbelievable challenge,” both emotionally and in terms of the series. He said they wrote the series for O’Hara’s character to be present.

“While we try to not dwell too much on heavy themes in this show, they will be there in this second season. We are not ignoring it,” Rogen said, referring to O’Hara’s absence.

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Catherine O’Hara Was Ill Before Her Death

O’Hara’s last public appearance was at the Emmy Awards held in September 2025, where she was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress award for her role in “The Studio.”

She died on January 30, 2026, at 71 years old. As reported by The Blast, the veteran actress’ cause of death was determined to be pulmonary embolism, which occurs when lung arteries get blocked by a blood clot. However, there was also an underlying cause, which was rectal cancer. She is survived by her husband, Bo Welch, and their two sons, Matthew and Luke.

Taylor Frankie Paul is opening up about one of the most chaotic and emotionally draining periods of her life, and she isn’t sugarcoating it. 

The reality TV star, currently entangled in domestic violence allegations, a custody battle, and major career setbacks, shared a deeply personal glimpse into her struggles over the past several weeks. 

In a raw social media post, Paul described enduring panic attacks, physical stress, and spiritual reflection, giving fans a clearer picture of what she’s been facing behind the headlines.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says Last 40 Days Felt Like ‘Hell’ Amid Ongoing Drama

Taylor Frankie Paul didn’t hold back when describing the emotional toll of her recent experiences. 

In a candid Instagram post shared on April 5, she revealed just how intense the past several weeks have been.

“The last 40 days felt like hell on earth,” Paul wrote in the caption, pairing the statement with a video montage capturing unfiltered moments from her daily life. 

The 31-year-old described enduring repeated panic attacks, writing, “Through every panic attack I prayed for strength as I could feel my body breaking down and out from the distress of it all.”

The video itself painted a stark picture, showing her physically unwell, reflecting privately, and leaning on her faith. 

Over the video, she added a text overlay that read, “He has risen and he is real,” signaling how central her beliefs have been during this time. 

She also noted the timing of her realization, writing, “I got chills today when I realized it’s been 40 days exactly today in this frantic state.”

Paul Shares How Faith Became Her Anchor During Crisis

Amid the chaos, Taylor Frankie Paul emphasized how her spirituality has helped her cope. 

Referencing Easter, she described feeling supported through what she viewed as divine intervention.

“He sent just that in various ways along with so many undeniable signs saying ‘I am with you’ which I can’t wait to share that part,” she wrote, expressing a deep sense of connection to her Christian faith.

Paul also reflected on how her approach to prayer has evolved. “I’ve prayed since I was young and never strayed away because I believe he wants us to ask for help especially during our lowest points,” she shared. 

However, instead of only asking for help, she began shifting her mindset. “However, instead of just asking I switched over to thanking him at the end of each day no matter how I felt,” the influencer wrote.

Taylor Frankie Paul Distances Herself From Mormon Church After Scandal

In another emotional update shared the same day, Paul revealed a major personal decision. 

She noted that she’s stepping back from the Mormon church. The move comes in the wake of mounting controversy surrounding her personal life.

In the Instagram story post, the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star explained that she was born and raised Mormon and would always have love and respect toward it.

However, she added that “with that being said, it’s time to detach myself from it.” While Paul noted she may still attend certain events with family, her relationship with organized religion is clearly shifting.

“I strongly believe in Christ, God, the Bible, the divine,” she said, emphasizing that her faith remains intact despite the change. Paul also added, “I believe we are loved whether we are praying in the church building or from a bathroom floor at home.”

The television personality acknowledged that she had received support from people of varying beliefs. 

She described the post as a form of release, hinting at the emotional weight she had been carrying.

Paul Faces Legal Battles And Custody Dispute With Ex

At the center of Taylor Frankie Paul’s current struggles are serious legal issues involving her ex, Dakota Mortensen. 

He has accused her of domestic violence stemming from an alleged February incident, claiming she “scratched” him and committed physical assault.

According to Us Weekly, Mortensen later alleged there were “two incidents of physical assault,” prompting authorities to open a second investigation. 

However, no charges have been filed so far. Paul has denied all allegations and countered with claims that Mortensen was the abusive party, which he has also denied.

The situation has extended into a custody dispute over their 2-year-old son, Ever. Court documents confirmed that Mortensen was granted temporary custody, along with a restraining order against Paul. 

She is expected to attend a court hearing on Tuesday regarding her custodial rights.

The fallout has also impacted her career. Filming for “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” season 5 has been paused, and her planned appearance on “The Bachelorette” was scrapped. 

Taylor Frankie Paul’s Past Incident Resurfaces As New Footage Emerges

Complicating matters further, past incidents involving Paul have resurfaced. Body camera footage from her 2023 arrest has reentered public conversation, offering a glimpse into a previous altercation with Mortensen.

In the clip published by TMZ, the pair were seen arguing as police arrived at the scene. 

Mortensen told officers that Paul was “not doing OK” and added, “I can’t even tell you the stuff that’s happened to me,” while showing alleged injuries. 

As tensions escalated, the reality TV star reportedly became emotional, while officers worked to separate them. 

After her arrest, Mortensen even asked officers if he could go to jail instead, saying he wanted her “to get help.” 

The incident ultimately led to Paul pleading guilty to aggravated assault in August 2023, with additional charges dropped as part of a deal. She remains on probation, which is expected to conclude in August 2026.

In the past few years, South Korea has become a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. 2019’s Parasite became the first non-English-language movie to win Best Picture at the Oscars, and Squid Game took the streaming world by storm in 2021, beating Bridgerton as the most-watched Netflix premiere. But Netflix was building its Korean-drama fanbase even before Parasite won at the 2020 Oscars, kicking things off with the zombie series Kingdom.

The 2019 series features Bae Doona, Ju Ji-hoon, and Kim Sang-ho fighting against both a zombie outbreak and a political coup in 17th-century Korea. It’s not the first period piece to include zombies, but it is one of the first out of Korea. More than that, it is an excellent combination of political intrigue and impressively gory zombie violence that deserves its place as one of the best Korean shows on Netflix.

‘Kingdom’ Is Netflix’s First South Korean Series

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K-dramas are huge on Netflix: in 2022, co-CEO Ted Sarandos stated that over 60% of its users have watched at least one. They also saw a staggering sixfold increase in ‘K-content’ viewership since 2018. And everyone is waiting with bated breath for the second season of the mega-hit Squid Game. And all of this has only happened in the last few years. While Netflix previously offered Korean shows and movies, they only started creating their own original Korean content in 2019.

Kingdom was the start of it all, becoming the first Netflix original series from Korea. The horror/political drama mash-up received rave reviews, quickly becoming one of the top hits of the year due to its strong writing, beautiful (and terrifying) visuals, and excellent cast. Kingdom boasts several familiar faces for both dedicated fans of K-drama and fans of Netflix shows in general. One of the major players in Kingdom, Seo Bi, is portrayed by Bae Doona, star of the popular Sense8 series and the recent Rebel Moon films. Kingdom also features Kim Sang-ho, who fans can watch in Sweet Home‘s third and final season.

What Is ‘Kingdom’ About Exactly?

One of the biggest draws of Kingdom is its historical setting and the fact that it’s unusual to see a zombie movie or show not set in contemporary times. That’s not to say it hasn’t been done before; Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is possibly the most famous example, set in Regency-period England. And 2018’s Overlord is a zombie-adjacent movie set in WWII. But Kingdom offers a fresh take on the genre outside a Western point of view. Kingdom takes place 400 years ago and offers a look at Korea that Western viewers rarely see.

Kingdom also treats its historical setting with gravitas, incorporating it intrinsically into the zombie story it wants to tell, instead of using it as a source of humor or satire. Ju Ji-hoon plays Lee Chang, the only son of the King of Joseon (what would become modern-day Korea), through a concubine. Although Lee Chang has many supporters, the Queen Consort is pregnant with a child who, if a boy, would have a more legitimate claim to the throne. She and her supporters will stop at nothing to ensure her child becomes king instead of Lee Chang.

‘Kingdom’ Balances Politics and Zombies in a Medieval-Inspired Korea

The political plot of Kingdom is well-crafted and nuanced, deserving as much praise for its storytelling as this year’s awards darling, Shōgun, in terms of strong characters and political chess games. But don’t worry, zombie fans — in addition to the social commentary, detailed costumes, and beautiful scenery, there’s plenty of terror and gore in Kingdom. In fact, the zombie outbreak stems directly from the political machinations of the Queen Consort’s clan.

The zombies themselves are the fast-moving, 28 Days Later variety, leading to plenty of tense chase sequences throughout the series. And when the protagonists have to fend off the zombies face-to-face, Kingdom doesn’t shy away from putting all the gore on screen. Whether a zombie horde rips apart a helpless victim or an attacking zombie gets an arrow through the neck, the series makes sure to keep the horror on equal footing with the politics.

In short, Kingdom has something for everyone. For K-drama devotees, there are recognizable faces and familiar story beats to enjoy. For political drama enthusiasts, the social commentary in the show is on point. And, of course, for those who love a good zombie thriller, Kingdom can ratchet up the tension and terror as well as any classic Romero flick.

Kingdom is available to stream in the U.S. on Netflix.

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Marshals dedicated a memorial for Monica one year after her death, which also served as a ceremony to Yellowstone star Mo Brings Plenty‘s late nephew Cole.

During the Sunday, April 5, episode of the CBS series, Monica (Kelsey Asbille) was honored in a traditional remembrance ceremony on the Broken Rock reservation with son Tate (Brecken Merrill), husband Kayce (Luke Grimes) and grandfather (Rudy Ramos) paying tribute.

Star Arielle Kebbel later revealed that the fictional event was also a real memorial for Cole Brings Plenty, who appeared on Yellowstone spinoff 1923. His uncle, Mo Brings Plenty, currently plays Mo in Marshals.

Kebbel told People that Mo’s attended the event after Cole’s death. In March 2024, a warrant was issued for Cole’s arrest in relation to a domestic violence incident. According to a press release, authorities were called to the scene after reports of a screaming woman, but Cole had fled in his vehicle before they arrived. Mo and his Yellowstone costar Cole Hauser asked for the public’s assistance in finding his nephew.

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Days later, Cole was found dead at age 27. A cause of death was not released. Mo, however, recently questioned how the investigation into Cole’s disappearance — and death — was handled.

“He was my nephew, but he was like a son to me. And for his murder to go uninvestigated, and for it to be written off as ‘no foul play,’ because they didn’t want to invest anything into it? It’s heartbreaking,” Mo claimed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in March. “Because we’re taxpaying people as well. So for them to not work for us, no different than how they work for anyone else is pretty sad.”

Mo accused authorities of not putting “much effort into” investigating the circumstances of Cole’s disappearance and subsequent death.

“In fact, they weren’t even really looking for him. They were hunting him,” he told the outlet.“They weren’t searching for him.”

Mo encouraged others to “spread the message” as Cole’s family is “not letting it go.”

“There are a lot of families such as mine that are going through this right now, and we still have a lot of unanswered questions,” he continued. “Because I saw his body, I saw the evidence that is there, that someone caught him. So for them to say that there was nothing, I can’t believe that. I still can’t.”

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He added: “It was a hard loss for us because this was an individual who was speaking our language, singing our songs and carrying on our traditions. He was the future for us. We want more and more of our young people to be inspired to pick up who we are from a cultural perspective.”

The Lawrence Police Department publicly addressed Mo’s comments, telling Us Weekly in a statement, “We understand this was a very difficult loss for the family and our condolences go out to them today just as they did at the time. We provided a complete, in-person, presentation of the evidence to the family which included videos, witness statements, and photographs. The family chose not to release the facts. Out of compassion we complied with their wishes.”

The statement continued: “Once the case concluded, the family petitioned the court to seal the autopsy report, medical examiner’s case file, law enforcement case files of the Lawrence, Kansas Police Department and the Johnson County, Kansas Sheriff’s Department, and the Death Certificate of Cole Brings Plenty. A judge signed it. The entire case contains clear evidence that there was no foul play involved in Cole’s death and that Cole acted alone. Any confusion and speculation are a result of the family’s messaging. With the family’s permission, we are willing to release a full report of our investigative efforts and results.”

While Kevin Costner‘s love for Americana and the Old West precedes that of Taylor Sheridan, the Oscar-winner has found himself playing catch-up to the streaming maven following their fallout. The two worked together on the widely loved neo-Western series Yellowstone, which has spawned several spin-offs and significantly extended Costner’s career as a leading man. However, Costner and Sheridan famously didn’t see eye to eye during the show’s final stages, which eventually led to its abrupt end in 2024. Since then, Costner has devoted himself to producing, directing, and acting in his magnum opus project, a five-film Western franchise titled Horizon: An American Saga. Now viewed as a rival project to Sheridan’s work, the franchise debuted with its first installment in the same year as Yellowstone‘s final season. A second installment has been shot, while the third film is also in development.

Even before he began working on Horizon, however, Costner tried to capitalize on Yellowstone‘s success by targeting its audience with a crime movie that dealt with similar themes. The movie in question was released in 2020, around the time Yellowstone became one of the biggest shows in the country. Directed by Thomas Bezucha, the neo-Western film followed Costner’s character and his wife as they try to protect their grandson from a gang. The movie also featured Diane Lane and Lesley Manville, and was set, like Yellowstone, in Montana.

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We’re talking about Let Him Go, which grossed $11 million at the box office in 2020 against a reported budget of more than $20 million. The movie received positive reviews and now holds a “Certified Fresh” 85% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics’ consensus reads, “Let Him Go‘s uneven blend of adult drama and revenge thriller is smoothed over by strong work from a solid veteran cast.” Despite the feud with Costner bringing Yellowstone to an end, Sheridan has gone on to produce a string of offshoots — the prequels 1883 and 1923, and the sequels Marshals and Dutton Ranch. A third prequel series, tentatively titled 1944, is also in the works. Meanwhile, Let Him Go is staging a resurgence on home video, according to FlixPatrol. It’s currently among the most-watched movies globally on Netflix.

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Daredevil: Born Again is undeniably one of the best superhero shows on Disney+. Fans’ love for the devil of Hell’s Kitchen dates back to his Netflix days, when the streamer was developing a TV universe of Marvel heroes. The slick one-takes, action choreography, grey characters, and Matt Murdock’s (Charlie Cox) mortal dilemma kept the fans glued to their seats. The love for Daredevil (Cox) and admiration for Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) were at their peak in those times.

But times do change; eventually, the series was cancelled by Netflix, and fans appealed to Marvel Studios to save the character, to which the studio finally obliged. The series was planned with 18 episodes and Cox and D’Onofrio returning, but after a creative overhaul, it was set to debut with a 9-episode season featuring almost all of the original cast. The series almost saved the studio, which was creatively challenged at the time, as the movies underperformed and fans’ interest waned. The first season of Daredevil: Born Again wooed the audiences with a healthy dose of nostalgia, character chemistry, and a timely storyline.

Now, the first season of Daredevil: Born Again is available to stream on Hulu for a limited time. The news comes at the heels of a strong start to Born Again season 2, which earned a solid 95 percent Rotten Tomatoes score from the critics and 92 percent from audiences. Sending a show to Hulu isn’t a new thing for Marvel, which has used a similar strategy with Echo, Secret Invasion, and, most recently, with Wonder Man.

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The latest installment of Daredevil: Born Again brings us back to New York under Fisk’s strict anti-vigilante laws as Matt, Karen, and others try to protect the weak. It has teased a major role for Bullseye (Wilson Bethel) and a promise of characters like Krysten Ritter’s Jessica Jones, adding a punch to the storyline. Collider’s Therese Lacson called the second season “a far, far better showing than Season 1.” Further noting,

“Despite all of that, it’s hard to deny that when Daredevil: Born Again is good, it’s very good. In the moments when the action hits, the writing is solid, and the performances shine, it’s firing on all cylinders. The problem is consistency, and it doesn’t feel like the Disney+ show has a full grasp on that just yet.”

Check out Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 on Hulu, and Season 2 is streaming on Disney+, and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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The resurgence of DC Comics in film is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting things to happen in superhero cinema in recent years. With the success of Superman, the upcoming release of Supergirl, and their streaming release of Lanterns, it’s safe to say that James Gunn‘s new DCU is about to take over Hollywood. The future of DC is very bright, with endless possibilities on the horizon.

Something that Marvel Studios has never really invested in, is the concept of intercompany crossovers in film. Now, while the reasoning is very much because of legality and film rights, it’s still fun to dream that there’s a world where intercompany crossovers are more possible than they really are. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been around for a while, so there are a lot of things established already, but the DCU is brand spankin’ new and, for all the world knows, Gunn could have fun allowing these crossovers to come to fruition.

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The Terminator

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The Terminator franchise is one of the oldest, most legendary, and impactful franchises in science fiction cinema. Created by the iconic James Cameron, people absolutely adore this franchise, and its more timely now than ever. With the major significance of artificial intelligence in the modern world, the entire concept feels more resonant than it has ever been, making it the perfect era for the reappearance of The Terminator in film.

Rather than a new film, though, imagine a world in which fans get to see the one and only robot himself cross over with the likes of the DC universe. In the past, the two franchises have come together in the comics through the likes of the four-part series, Superman vs. The Terminator: Death to the Future (1999). Superman (David Corenswet) has already defined himself as the centerpiece of the DCU, so it would only make sense to bring this story to fruition.

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Alien

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Another franchise that James Cameron has had a hand in—though, not to mistake anyone, Ridley Scott created the franchise and Cameron only made the iconic sequel—is none other than that of Alien. DC has joined up with the world of Alien multiple times, actually, through their comics titled Superman/Aliens (1995), Batman/Aliens (1997), WildC.A.T.s./Aliens (1998), Green Lantern vs. Aliens (2000), and Superman and Batman vs. Aliens and Predator (2007).

With all of these stories at their disposal (and some having two volumes worth), there are many ways that the DCU could come across the menacing Xenomorphs. A big DCU x Alien crossover could make for a genuinely huge event film unlike anything that superhero cinema has ever seen before. Feels like a no-brainer, doesn’t it?

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Power Rangers

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Justice League/Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (2017) was one of the more well-received intercompany crossovers for DC Comics in recent years. People really enjoyed seeing the two legendary teams come together, as the writer, Tom Taylor, did a wonderful job blending the tones of the two series and characters’ traits. Not to mention, artist Stephen Bryne, did something similar via the visuals.

With a new Power Rangers reboot coming, if Disney and Warner Bros. Entertainment could come together, audiences could get an adaptation of Justice League/Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (2017). An event like this could be so much fun, whether it happens on Disney+ (where the reboot will take place), or in theaters (the home of the DCU).

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Kick-Ass

If there’s anything DC is good at, it’s being able to tell both extremely hopeful and lighthearted stories, and dark and gritty ones, as well—Superman and Batman existing side-by-side being perfect examples. You know what franchise does a great job melding both of those together? None other than Kick-Ass.

It’s been many years since Kick-Ass (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) was on the big screen, but what better time than the present to bring him back? (There could also be a world where they reboot the series.) He would make a perfect crossover companion with either Batman or Superman, since he’s brutal and tough, while also being comedic and lighthearted, at times. He could be a parallel, or a contrast, to either character. Regardless, Kick-Ass could be a perfect crossover.

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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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Cowabunga, dude! There are two sequels to the Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2016), which alone proves that it was a great story/idea and, at the very least, sold extremely well. It was so well-received/grossing that it was adapted into a direct-to-DVD animated film, Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Batman may not be revealed in the DCU yet (however, he was teased in Creature Commandos), but when he comes around, who’s to say the TMNT can’t get in on the action? There’s an all-new TMNT team recently introduced in cinema—found in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem—and there’s a decent chance that exact team could simply be adapted to live-action.

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Masters of the Universe

If anyone’s been to the theater as of late, they’ve seen that there’s a brand-new adaptation of He-Man (Nicholas Galitzine) and his fellow Masters of the Universe coming this year in, accurately titled, Masters of the Universe. Now that they’re returning to film—hopefully with a high-grossing outcome—this is genuinely the perfect time to get a crossover. Two newly birthed universes, one crossover, wholly epic.

How fun would it be to see He-Man and Superman team-up and face the likes of Skeletor (Jared Leto) and someone like Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) together? While it may not be the first team-up that people think of when ideating potentials, it surprisingly works very well once one begins to think about it harder.

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Spawn

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Spawn is one of the most famous, important, and classic independent comic book characters ever created. Because of this, every comic book company has wanted to get in on the action, crossing their characters over with this dark hero. DC Comics has been the luckiest, having brought together Spawn and Batman three different times—even the WildC.A.T.s. once, too.

This character’s career in cinema has been bumpy, to say the least. Spawn just can’t seem to catch a break, and people are patiently waiting for him to get another go in cinema. So, why not give the world a dark, gritty, and enthralling adaptation of one of his crossovers with Batman? The world would love to see these two on screen together, so make it happen, guys!

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Ben 10

Benjamin Tennyson works in pretty much any team-up scenario. With around 1,000,914 samples of DNA to use to turn into alien heroes, there’s an alien for seemingly every occasion. With how many people theorize about whether Ben could turn Kryptonian or not, it’s hard to deny that this would be an extremely fun crossover—not to mention the plenty of other alien races in the DC universe.The young hero works in space, on Earth—everywhere. He’d make for a perfect team-up with the Justice League, and would add an amazing dynamic to the group. His snarky, immature attitude, mixed with his simultaneous ability to get serious and lock in when needed, allows Ben to fit in anywhere, in any dynamic. Whether it’s 10-year-old Ben (Tara Strong) or teenage Ben (Yuri Lowenthal), this hero makes the perfect battle partner. Not to mention, with an attitude like his, he’d probably get along great with Supergirl (Milly Alcock).

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The Transformers

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Fun fact: there was once going to potentially be a “Justice League/Transformers” comic book series, however it was never picked up by either DC Comics or IDW. Originally pitched by Phil Jimenez, this was going to be a crossover that brought both universes together, and even had concept art of Optimus Prime wearing none other than the Green Lantern ring.

The status of the Transformers franchise in film is pretty up in the air at the moment. With no one quite sure whether or not the G.I. Joe crossover movie is happening, and Michael Bay returning to the franchise, it seems like there’s room for some flexibility right now. So the big question is: why don’t they take the canceled comic book story and make it into a movie, making a trillion dollars in the process?

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Sonic the Hedgehog

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The most recent massive intercompany crossover to hit DC Comics is none other than their team-up with the fabled Blue Blur himself, Sonic the Hedgehog, and his friends. DC X Sonic the Hedgehog (2025) was so successful that it garnered an upcoming sequel, DC X Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion (2026). With how big the Sonic the Hedgehog movie franchise has become, it may be time to follow up on this comic book with a movie.

Sonic racing The Flash, Superman and Knuckles the Echidna showing off their strength, Shadow the Hedgehog and Batman brooding—all iconic moments that could truly shine on screen, if DC Studios and Paramount locked in. Everyone wants more Sonic and DC, so why not give the world what they want, but in one, single, legendary event film?