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Another Tiny Slice of Doctor Who‘s Missing History Will Get an Animated Revival

So much of Doctor Who’s early past is lost to time—not in the romantic, time-travel sense, but in that old BBC archival policies meant that the original records of the earliest years of Who in the ‘60s were wiped, leaving nearly 100 episodes seemingly gone forever. But one tiny slice of vintage Who is getting…

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What We Know About the Rise and Fall of Star Wars‘ New Republic

Although it’s now been years since Disney wiped the canonical Star Wars slate clean, one of its most fascinating periods—the time between the events of Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens—is still mostly left uncovered. But one section of it in particular is still fascinating: the New Republic itself as an organization. The…

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I Think I’m Ready for Doctor Who to Stop Proving That It’s Still Doctor Who

Despite being a show about change, there’s always a certain amount of trepidation in Doctor Who when any amount of it happens, whether it’s just a new monster or a whole new Doctor. The latest season has seen more changes than we’ve had in a while—and it still feels like it’s trying assuage that familiar…

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You Can Now Frame Favorite Marvel Movie Moments on Your Wall With These Stills

For a decade now, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has given us a gorgeous world of costumed superheroes—moments and shots we’re still talking about all these years later. Now, you’re going to be able to hang them on your wall and remember them in a far more classy manner. io9 can exclusively reveal that Classic Stills—which…

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Kevin Feige Teases Marvel’s Plans For Disney’s Streaming Service

Mark Wahlberg has an update on his Six Million Dollar Man adaptation. Newt Scamander has sibling issues in a new Crimes of Grindelwald clip. The BBC and Netflix lift the lid on their new Watership Down adaptation. Plus, Doctor Who might not get a Christmas special this year but still air a special episode. Spoilers,…

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Come Have a Nibble on the Spoiler-Filled Doctor Who Discussion Thread

You could say, given that the internet is basically nothing but energy and inorganic matter, that there’s gonna be a lot to chew on. Hahaha. Haha. Ha. Anyway, let’s talk about Doctor Who, shall we? “The Tsuranga Conundrum” is a bit of a weird episode of Doctor Who, in that, it doesn’t really stand out.…

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Someone Has Found One of Castlevania‘s Sneakiest References to the Games

What makes the animated Castlevania show such a delight is how it builds upon decades of source material from across Konami’s classic games. Characters from obscure entries, monsters, and yes, that kickass music all get woven into the show’s bloody, gothic adventures. But an even sneakier nod to the games has been uncovered. Castlevania’s second…

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See the Steps That Led to Jodie Whittaker’s Grand Doctor Who Comic Debut Next Week

Next week, the 13th Doctor’s official comic series finally kicks off. But while it’s the big debut for both the character and her creative team, it’s not the first time we’ve seen her in action in the pages of Titan’s Doctor Who comics—and io9 has got a sneaky look at just how those tidbits tie…

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Updates From the Live-Action Halo Series, Frozen 2, and More

The screenwriter of Wonder Woman 1984 might be heading to a mysterious Marvel project. We’re getting Frozen 2 a little sooner than expected. Finn Wolfhard shares some behind-the-scenes looks at It: Chapter 2. Plus, what’s to come on the DC/CW shows, and great news for the Castlevania show. To me, my spoilers! Untitled Marvel Project…

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Jesse L. Martin Is Taking a Leave of Absence From The Flash

On this season of The Flash, fans have noted something odd with one of the team: Joe West, played by Jesse L. Martin, hasn’t really done much other than be seated at pretty much every available opportunity. Well, there’s a reason for that—and it’s a sad one that means Martin won’t actually be on The…

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Showtime Is Bringing Back Penny Dreadful in a Whole New Time Period

Two years after Showtime shockingly cancelled Penny Dreadful, it’s bringing it back—but it’s going to be very different show than you remember. THR reports that Showtime and Penny Dreadful showrunner/creator John Logan are reuniting for Penny Dreadful: City of Angels, a new series set to begin production in 2019. Described as a “spiritual descendant” to…

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Basically Just Leaked the Trailer for Avengers 4

Well, Marvel did ask the world to name a more ambitious crossover event in history. It’s only fair that Nintendo replies. Nintendo just unveiled a ton of new information about the latest entry in its iconic crossover fighting game series, Super Smash Bros.. New characters, new modes, and a ton of other delights that you…

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Another Familiar Face Is Confirmed for Wonder Woman 1984

David Arquette thinks the world is ready for Scream 5. Spider-Man: Far From Home teases an iconic look for its big villain. Another mysterious figure joins the Game of Thrones prequel. Elseworld pictures reveal The Monitor and the black-suited Superman on the prowl. Plus, what’s to come on American Horror Story. Spoilers, away! Wonder Woman…

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The Flash Finally Gave Us the Reason Behind Nora and Iris’ Drama

Ever since Barry and Iris’ daughter from the future Nora showed up on The Flash, she’s had a very frosty relationship with her mother, for reasons that have mostly been left to linger in the background. That is, until “News Flash” finally brought it to the forefront. “News Flash” is primarily a paper-thin commentary on…

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The io9 Halloween Costume Show Gallery Is Here!

Happy Halloween, everybody! For the last month we’ve been asking you to share with us your devilishly delightful plans for costumed creeps this All Hallow’s Eve, and you’ve been spooking up a treat. Here’s just a few of our favorites from your wonderful entries. We’ve had some lovely entries in this year’s Costume Show so…

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Terry Pratchett’s Discworld City Watch Is Coming to BBC America

Earlier this year, we learned that BBC Studios was planning to bring a slice of Terry Pratchett’s wonderful Discworld novels to TV in the form of a series based around the City Watch of Ankh-Morpork. Now, we know a little more—and that its plans have been expanded ever so slightly. BBC America has now officially…

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Updates From Stranger Things, Birds of Prey, and More

Godzilla vs Kong expands its human cast again. Heather Langenkamp wants Nightmare on Elm Street to get in on the horror revival. Cathy Yan discusses why she wanted to make Birds of Prey. Plus, hints for the Stranger Things season three villain, what’s to come on The Flash, and more. Happy Spoiloween, boils and ghouls!…

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A Familiar Vampire Gets a Delightfully Gothic Origin in This Preview of Edgar Allan Poe’s Snifter of Terror

Dracula, the Count, Lestat, even Angel and Blade—we know the origin stories of these iconic vampires from across the pop culture landscape. But one beloved vampyr has been long overdue in getting a backstory, and this exclusive look at a quirky new horror comic anthology is finally doing it. Edgar Allan Poe’s Snifter of Terror,…

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Naomi Watts Will Headline HBO’s Game of Thrones Prequel

The golden age of heroes in Westeros has found at least one of its heroes in Naomi Watts. The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that Watts will join Jane Goldman and George R.R. Martin’s prequel series—set thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones, in the period of time where a fantastical golden age…

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Spider-Man‘s Intriguing Black Cat Adventure Needs More Felicia Hardy

Marvel’s Spider-Man already gave us one of the most fascinating takes on the world of the webslinger in any medium—and it’s back at it again with the first of three new downloadable story chapters revolving around the legendary thief Felicia Hardy, the Black Cat. But so far, Felicia herself is proving to be almost frustratingly…

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Another Tiny Slice of Doctor Who‘s Missing History Will Get an Animated Revival

What We Know About the Rise and Fall of Star Wars‘ New Republic

I Think I’m Ready for Doctor Who to Stop Proving That It’s Still Doctor Who

You Can Now Frame Favorite Marvel Movie Moments on Your Wall With These Stills

Kevin Feige Teases Marvel’s Plans For Disney’s Streaming Service

Come Have a Nibble on the Spoiler-Filled Doctor Who Discussion Thread

Someone Has Found One of Castlevania‘s Sneakiest References to the Games

See the Steps That Led to Jodie Whittaker’s Grand Doctor Who Comic Debut Next Week

Updates From the Live-Action Halo Series, Frozen 2, and More

Jesse L. Martin Is Taking a Leave of Absence From The Flash

Showtime Is Bringing Back Penny Dreadful in a Whole New Time Period

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Basically Just Leaked the Trailer for Avengers 4

Another Familiar Face Is Confirmed for Wonder Woman 1984

The Flash Finally Gave Us the Reason Behind Nora and Iris’ Drama

The io9 Halloween Costume Show Gallery Is Here!

Terry Pratchett’s Discworld City Watch Is Coming to BBC America

Updates From Stranger Things, Birds of Prey, and More

A Familiar Vampire Gets a Delightfully Gothic Origin in This Preview of Edgar Allan Poe’s Snifter of Terror

Naomi Watts Will Headline HBO’s Game of Thrones Prequel

Spider-Man‘s Intriguing Black Cat Adventure Needs More Felicia Hardy

Deadpool Will Deface ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Classics for a New Secret Lair

Apple’s Siri Isn’t Just Going to Use One Chatbot. It’s Going to Use All of Them

Why ‘For All Mankind’ Season 5 Is the Key to the Rest of the Series

ASUS ZenScreen 15.6-Inch Portable Monitor Is Now Cheaper Than Black Friday in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Early Wildfires Are Surging Across the US—and Trump’s New Fire Agency Isn’t Ready

INIU Brings Another Power Bank to the Spring Sale as SnapGo Keychain Portable Charger Drops to Its Lowest Price

Attorney Hit With Historic Fine for Citing AI-Generated Cases

Travelers Experiencing the Longest Security Lines in TSA History

Could There Be a ‘Project Hail Mary’ Sequel?

Meta Has More Smart Glasses Coming Whether You Want Them or Not

Sonos Play Review: Call It a Comeback

Sonos Era 100 SL Review: The Cheapest Way Into Wired Sonos Sound

Asus ROG’s Massive Swift OLED Gaming Monitor Epitomizes Excess in the Best Way

The Ikea Varmblixt Smart Lamp Fills a Donut Hole in My Life

Nothing Headphone A vs. Headphone 1: Which Pair of ANC Wireless Headphones Wins?

Asus ROG’s Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Might Be Better Than Wearing a Headset

Nintendo’s Talking Flower Is Annoying as Hell. I Love It

Level Lock Pro Review: As Good as a Secret Smart Lock Gets

Apple Studio Display XDR Review: It Looks So Good, I Wish It Were an iMac

RayNeo Air 4 Pro Review: My Eyes Love These Video Glasses, but My Nose Disagrees