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The Best and Worst Television Moments of 2011

What are the most amazing moments this new golden era of television gave us? We’ve rounded up the very best bits from a whole year of TV watching — and some of the very worst. Check out our list of the greatest and most horrendous scenes from science fiction and fantasy television. Plus our video…

Television Meredith Woerner

Peter Jackson reveals why The Hobbit is nothing like Lord of the Rings!

Roberto Orci is layering subtle clues for the Star Trek sequel into the tie-in comic. Matt Smith once again addresses his Doctor Who future. And do we already know where the next season of American Horror Story will be set? Spoilers from here on out! Top image from The Hobbit. Star Trek Co-writer Roberto Orci…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

Doctor Who “The Christmas Invasion”: The Doctor Is In

It’s Boxing Day, a British holiday you probably know nothing about. Perfect time to check in on another mysterious UK tradition: Doctor Who. Whether you’ve been a Whovian since the 1960s or you’ve never even heard of Gallifrey, the first Doctor Who Christmas Special to follow the 2005 series revival is dope. What’s it about?…

Tech News Michael J Kennelly

This Week’s TV: 8 Marathons that Could Make the Week Fly Past

This week’s television includes the season finales of two beloved shows, Sanctuary and Beavis and Butthead. Plus new episodes of Chuck, Generator Rex and a few other shows. But mostly, this week belongs to marathons. Including two straight days of Twilight Zone episodes, a ton of classic television… and an unusual look at Doctor Who’s…

Television Charlie Jane Anders

The Mother of Doctor Who Episodes

Steven Moffat’s first proper Doctor Who script involved a little boy who goes around asking “Are you my mummy?” And motherhood has been a major theme in Moffat’s Who stories ever since. Now, with Moffat’s second Doctor Who Christmas special, I feel like we’re getting to the heart of Moffat’s obsession with moms. Spoilers ahead……

Television Charlie Jane Anders

Fiction’s favorite doctors get their heads stuck in Futurama‘s jars

When you call for a doctor in the 31st century, you have a wide choice of physicians. Hell, you can call up multiple versions of Neil Patrick Harris depending on whether you need a high school MD or a PhD in horribleness. Hopefully, you just want them for their minds. These disembodied doctors come from…

io9 Lauren Davis

Walls of Wonder: Amazing Science Fiction and Fantasy-Themed Murals

Our love for science fiction and fantasy knows no boundaries — so it’s only fitting that we cover our walls with it. Some of the coolest fan art in the universe has been painted or stenciled on walls in public spaces, as well as bedrooms. Here are just a few of the most fantastic science…

io9 Natalie Baaklini and Charlie Jane Anders

Why I am obsessed with old school Doctor Who

Nine years ago, I watched Doctor Who for the first time. I was instantly hooked. To this day, if I watch a classic Doctor Who story, I will love it unconditionally. I just wish I had the slightest idea why. My first brush with Doctor Who actually came in 1996, when Fox gave me as…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

Harrison Ford and Abigail Breslin lead the parade of Ender’s Game casting updates!

David Fincher explains the appeal of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea… and why he won’t film it in IMAX. Doctor Who could have multiple fiftieth anniversary specials. Plus check out new images from The Dark Knight Rises, Prometheus, and The Hobbit! Spoilers from here on out! Top image from The Hobbit. The Avengers Stellan Skarsgård,…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

Last Minute Holiday Gifts You Can Buy Or Make

Right now the stores are flooded with shoppers trying to squeeze in some last-minute gift shopping. So what’s a discerning science fiction fan to do? Don’t settle for the final scraps at the stores — we’ve compiled a list of presents you can make or purchase online, without any threat of “out of stock” signs.…

Movies Meredith Woerner

Joss Whedon reveals the insanity of directing The Avengers. And will the Star Trek sequel be in 3D?

The Rise of the Planet of the Apes sequel might feature some talking apes. Ridley Scott drops more Prometheus hints. Bruce Campbell will be in Oz, the Great and Powerful. Plus what’s next on Doctor Who and American Horror Story! Spoilers from here on out! Top image from Prometheus. The Avengers When asked how he…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

What’s the relationship between Black Widow and Hawkeye in The Avengers?

The ultimate Dark Knight Rises rumor resurfaces. Weta Digital head Joe Letteri explains how Man of Steel will (literally) take flight. Hear five unexpected candidates for the villain of the Star Trek sequel. Plus a casting update on Ender’s Game! Spoilers from this point forward! Top image from The Dark Knight Rises. The Avengers Scarlett…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

This Week’s TV: Doctor Who does Christmas and Narnia!

Doctor Who returns this weekend with an extra-long holiday special — and we’ve got three brand new clips! Also, Terra Nova and American Horror Story are both having their season finales. Which do you think will be more demented? But there’s also something called Viking Apocalypse, and a TV show about superhero-themed “man caves.” Check…

Television Charlie Jane Anders

Marc Webb reveals why the Lizard is the perfect villain for The Amazing Spider-Man!

Director Marc Webb says The Amazing Spider-Man is all about creating a new, more realistic universe. That means practical effects instead of CGI, but it also means choosing the right villain. And he explains why the Lizard was the only possible choice. Plus Ridley Scott gives the clearest explanation yet as to how his new…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

New Posters for The Avengers, John Carter and Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter! Plus Tons of American Horror Story Spoilers!

The next Adventures of Tintin movie will introduce a beloved character from the comics. There are tons of new posters for The Avengers, John Carter, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, Chronicle, and more. Ryan Murphy previews the ultimate insanity in the American Horror Story season finale. It’s spoilers all the way down! Top image from The…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

More Huge Changes Coming to Doctor Who Next Year

Doctor Who will be a very different show next year. We already told you about showrunner Steven Moffat’s promise of a year of just stand-alone episodes in 2012 — and now Moffat and star Matt Smith have unveiled more changes to come. Spoilers ahead… At a press screening for the show’s Christmas special, Moffat revealed…

Television Charlie Jane Anders

Steven Moffat reveals the bold new direction of Doctor Who‘s next season!

Christopher Nolan explains the reason for The Dark Knight Rises’ surprising timeframe. A new Amazing Spider-Man set video seems to reimagine one of Spidey’s darkest moments. And has Thor 2 found its director? Spoilers from here on out! Top image from Doctor Who. The Dark Knight Rises Christopher Nolan reveals the eight year time jump…

Television Alasdair Wilkins

The 10 Greatest MacGyvers of Science Fiction

The greatest science fiction heroes are resourceful, building high-tech devices out of whatever crap they find laying around. In the right hands, a paperclip and some bubblegum can become an interstellar wave modulator. The more ridiculous those moments of gadget improvisation are, the more they make you feel as if you could create your own…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders

Christopher Nolan explains why his Dark Knight Rises villain Bane is like a classic movie monster!

Emma Stone breaks down Gwen Stacy, The Amazing Spider-Man’s love interest. The gritty Paradise Lost movie hits a snag. Robert Kirkman promises more death on The Walking Dead. Plus Andy Serkis talks the next Planet of the Apes movie! Spoilers from here on out! The Dark Knight Rises Christopher Nolan talks about how he came…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins

Why the beginning of the Star Trek sequel will remind you of The Empire Strikes Back!

The latest batch of probably fake Dark Knight Rises spoilers sets a new bar for lunacy. Tons new details about Doctor Who’s Christmas special. Scarlett Johansson talks her Marvel movie future. Plus Man of Steel and Amazing Spider-Man set photos! Spoilers from here on out! Top image from The Amazing Spider-Man. The Dark Knight Rises…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins

The Best and Worst Television Moments of 2011

Peter Jackson reveals why The Hobbit is nothing like Lord of the Rings!

Doctor Who “The Christmas Invasion”: The Doctor Is In

This Week’s TV: 8 Marathons that Could Make the Week Fly Past

The Mother of Doctor Who Episodes

Fiction’s favorite doctors get their heads stuck in Futurama‘s jars

Walls of Wonder: Amazing Science Fiction and Fantasy-Themed Murals

Why I am obsessed with old school Doctor Who

Harrison Ford and Abigail Breslin lead the parade of Ender’s Game casting updates!

Last Minute Holiday Gifts You Can Buy Or Make

Joss Whedon reveals the insanity of directing The Avengers. And will the Star Trek sequel be in 3D?

What’s the relationship between Black Widow and Hawkeye in The Avengers?

This Week’s TV: Doctor Who does Christmas and Narnia!

Marc Webb reveals why the Lizard is the perfect villain for The Amazing Spider-Man!

New Posters for The Avengers, John Carter and Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter! Plus Tons of American Horror Story Spoilers!

More Huge Changes Coming to Doctor Who Next Year

Steven Moffat reveals the bold new direction of Doctor Who‘s next season!

The 10 Greatest MacGyvers of Science Fiction

Christopher Nolan explains why his Dark Knight Rises villain Bane is like a classic movie monster!

Why the beginning of the Star Trek sequel will remind you of The Empire Strikes Back!

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