After a New Milestone, Solo Leveling Is Poised to Overtake a Big One Piece Record

Solo Levelinghas taken the anime world by storm, and its latest achievement proves just how monumental its rise has been. The series has now surpassedDemon Slayerto become the second most-reviewed anime on Crunchyroll, an achievement that speaks volumes about its massive popularity. With 586.2k reviews,Solo Levelingnow sits just behindOne Piece, which remains the platform’s most-reviewed anime with 593.5k reviews. Given the show’s explosive momentum, it may only be a matter of time before it claims the top spot....

June 30, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Michael Clark

After Two Blue Vortex It's Time to Admit I Was Wrong about Boruto as It Becomes One of the Most Exciting Shonen Manga

Quick Links Upon the announcement ofBoruto, the sequel series to one of the best manga I enjoyed in my childhood,Naruto, I was pleased, yet skeptical at first, and understandably so.Naruto, despite dragging near the end and introducing a surprisingfinal villain, Kaguya Otsutsuki, andBoruto: Naruto Next Generationswould expand further on the mysterious clan. While the sequel initially peeled away from the ninja series I knew and loved, part of me knew I would have to acceptBorutocouldn’t be the same, but I was wrong to believe it couldn’t be a quality story....

June 30, 2025 · 6 min · 1243 words · Lee Beltran

Anime Fans Dodged A Bullet That Would’ve Made This Live-Action Adaptation Bomb Even Worse

Summary Knights of the Zodiacdefinitely wasn’t a critical success, but at least the adaptation decided to spare certain characters from the damage. The film, based on the hugely popular anime of the same name, was one ofSony Pictures’ biggest flops in 2023. Despite high expectations and a promising cast, the story ultimately failed to deliver what the fans of the original series were hoping for. However, there were a few glaring omissions from thecast ofKnights of the Zodiacthat meant certain characters escaped unharmed....

June 30, 2025 · 3 min · 536 words · John Tucker

Below Deck Mediterranean: Ellie Dubaich's Villain Status Is Here To Stay (Will The New Stew Send Her Over The Edge?)

Below Deck Mediterraneanseason 9’s Second Stew Ellie Dubaichhas been a villain all season long, but will the new stew Carrie O’Neill joining in send her over the edge? ThroughoutBelow Deck Mediterraneanseason 9, the situation with the interior team hasn’t been the best. Led by Chief Stew Aesha Scott, things have been tough aboard Mustique because of an issue outside Captain Sandy Yawn’s control. When it was noticed that a leak in one of the crew cabins made it impossible to hold three stews, it was already too close to the season’s first charter to fix it....

June 30, 2025 · 3 min · 612 words · Kathleen Adkins

Daredevil: Born Again Rotten Tomatoes Score Is The Lowest Of All 4 Daredevil Seasons But Ties For The Highest Audience Score

Marvel’sDaredevil: Born Againisn’t as well received by critics as Netflix’s previous three seasons ofDaredevil, but theMCUshow is a hit with general audiences.Daredevil: Born Againdirectly continues Netflix’sDaredevilseason 3, with the return of an enraged Bullseye and an even more ambitious Wilson Fisk.Daredevil: Born Againdoesn’t make any canon changes to the story established in the previous series, but it does make some bold decisions that may prove divisive with fans and critics....

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Kerry Moore

Deadpool & Wolverine's 10 Best Cameos, Ranked

Deadpool & Wolverinedelivered plenty of action and humor, but perhaps its most memorable feature was the wealth of cameos fromMarveland beyond. Given Deadpool’s fourth-wall-breaking antics and Wolverine’s long history in theX-Menuniverse, many expected some major surprises, and the movie didn’t disappoint.Deadpool & Wolverinewas filled with Easter eggsand references, including numerous familiar faces. From throwbacks to classic Marvel characters to appearances by actors tied to these two anti-heroes,Deadpool & Wolverinegave audiences numerous memorable cameos that celebrate superhero cinema....

June 30, 2025 · 8 min · 1569 words · William Crosby

Doctor Who Has Already Recast 1 Classic-Era Companion Perfectly Ahead Of Season 15

Other than its Time Lord characters,Doctor Whogenerally doesn’t tend to recast its major players, but one classic companion whose original actor has sadly passed away can now return to the franchise after a suitable replacement has been found. One of the most upsetting andharsh realities about ofDoctorWho’s classic erais that it was so long ago, some of the original stars are incapable of reprising their roles. So, while there may be a demand to see more from certain characters, it becomes a matter of whether recasting the part is necessary and appropriate....

June 30, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Jennifer Little

Does Gemma Know That's Innie Mark In Severance Season 2 Finale? Creator Weighs In The Shocking Ending

Warning: Spoilers for the Severance season 2 finaleSeverancecreator Dan Erickson weighs in on whether Gemma knows that is innie Mark during the shocking season 2 finale. Aired on March 21, the season 2 finale sees Mark finally complete the Cold Harbor file, and head to the testing room floor to reunite with and save his wife, Gemma. However, once they escape back to the severed floor, they revert to their innies....

June 30, 2025 · 4 min · 685 words · Michael Martinez

Dragon Ball Z's Weakest Fighter Isn't Just A Great Character, He's Key To Understanding The Series' Themes

Summary Despite being the world martial arts champion,Mr. Satan(also known as Hercule in the Funimation dub) is mostly known by fans as an annoying and weak character throughoutDragon Ball, since his strength is insignificant compared to that of the Z-Warriors, who possess superhuman powers, can fly, launch energy waves, and defeat enemies that can destroy planets. On the surface,Mr. Satan may be seen as a con artist who serves as comic relief,but his personal development is vital inDragon Balland a key to understanding the true message of the series, self-improvement....

June 30, 2025 · 5 min · 900 words · Christina Martin

Dune Prophecy Episode 1: Jihae Breaks Down Reverend Mother Kasha's Nightmare & Tragic Twist

WARNING: SPOILERS ahead for Dune: Prophecy episode 1. Dune: Prophecy, the HBO prequel series set ten thousand years beforeDenis Villeneuve’sDunemovies, premiered its first episode and already left viewers with plenty of mysteries to consider. Led by Emily Watson and Olivia Williams (who play Valya and Tula Harkonnen respectively), the show follows the origins of the Bene Gesserit and how their rise intermingles with House Corrino’s rule of the Imperium. Episode 1 revealed how Valya wrested control of the Sisterhood (which will eventually become the Bene Gesserit) in flashbacks while her fellow Reverend Mother Kasha (Jihae) foretells the destruction of her carefully laid plans in the present....

June 30, 2025 · 6 min · 1160 words · Lori Lambert

Epic Force Awakens Duel Recreated In Fantastic Rey & Kylo Ren Cosplays

An outstandingStar Warscosplay expertly recreates the climactic duel between Rey and Kylo Ren inStar Wars: The Force Awakens. Lightsaber duels are always a highlight of theStar Warsmovies, andfans had been waiting 10 years for a new live-action duel whenThe Force Awakenscame out in 2015. Even more astounding than the duels themselves is the creative ways so many cosplayers and photographers capture the magic of lightsabers in their own way. TheLegion of CosplayersInstagram page posted a truly incredible recreation of Rey and Kylo Ren’s lightsaber duel back in 2017, just two months before the release ofStar Wars: The Last Jedi:...

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Michael Stevens

Fallout London Includes One Familiar Face With Ties To The Main Games

Summary With the release of theFallout 4conversion modFallout: London, fans of the franchise are getting the opportunity to explore new lands and meet hundreds of new characters. However long-timeFalloutplayers might not realize there is a familiar face to be found in 2237’s London. And those aware of this character’s history in theFalloutuniverse will not be surprised to learn that they’re up to their regular tricks. TheFalloutuniverse has never been afraid to bring back characters from past games to help with the sense of continuity....

June 30, 2025 · 5 min · 862 words · Maria Brown

Fans Recreate Stardew Valley Characters In Sims 4, Showcasing How Two Vastly Different Worlds Can Collide

The Sims 4andStardew Valleyare both titans of the life simulation genre, but crossing the two over with each other is a task that’s exclusively come down to the community over the years. As far as official content goes,the closest thatThe Sims 4offers to theStardew Valleyexperience is theCottage Livingexpansion, which provides a taste of the cozy farming life. Luckily,The Sims 4is all about customization, and taking advantage of those features makes it possible to bring characters fromStardew Valleyto life in a world with an extra dimension....

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 420 words · Vanessa Noble