Doctor Who

One Of The Guardians of the Galaxy Is Willing To Visit Agents of SHIELD

Rumors abound about the first teaser of Star Wars: The Force Awakens… and the movie’s shocking ending. A new viral website reveals a ton about Jurassic World’s universe and gives us a first look at the return of a familiar face. And we may know who’s staying and who’s leaving in Doctor Who’s Christmas Special.…

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Why Doctor Who Is Less Graphic Today Than It Was In The ’70s

A flip through the last 50 years of Doctor Who’s on-and-off again television reign reveals that the special effects are getting better. But are they also getting less frightening? And, if so, why? After looking through some of the unused concept art for the next iteration of the Doctor’s longstanding enemies, the Cybermen, a discussion…

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These Unused Cybermen Designs Are Utterly Creeptastic

The latest version of the Cybermen on Doctor Who looks sleek and pretty cool… but they could have looked more insectoid and shown more of their former existence as organic humans, if this concept art from Millennium FX had been used. Check out that horrible mouth! (Click to embiggen, it’s worth it.) The above image…

Tech News Charlie Jane Anders

First Clip From Doctor Who Christmas Special Is Full Of Weird Intensity

Here’s your first look at the next Doctor Who Christmas special — and it’s basically proof that Peter Capaldi can bring 1000 percent more razor-sharp menace to anything, even just a conversation with Santa Claus on the rooftop. Even just debating the merits of the tangerine at the bottom of the stocking. Also, you have…

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19 Funniest Nude Scenes In Science Fiction And Fantasy [Work-Safe!]

Some heroes bare their souls in the midst of their epic adventures. And some heroes just bare, well, everything. Science fiction and fantasy is full of hilariously weird moments of naked truth — and here are the 19 funniest nude scenes of all time. It’s work-safe! Note: We didn’t include any actual porn in this,…

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Did The Next James Bond Film Just Score An Absolutely Perfect Villain?

News on an updated Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves recasts the title character as “Allen.” Steven Moffat explains what makes a good companion for the Doctor and whether they’d ever deviate from the current formula. Plus new details on Gotham’s Harvey Dent, and the best-yet look at Lois Lane in Batman v. Superman. Spoilers…

Television Katharine Trendacosta

The Eleventh Doctor’s regeneration is still heartbreaking, even in Lego

Although we’ve only recently finished off a whole series of Peter Capaldi goodness, it feels like just yesterday we were bidding farewell to Matt Smith’s Doctor on Doctor Who – which is probably why I still get a little verklempt watching this CGI-‘d Lego take on his regeneration scene. While the rest of The Time…

Tech News James Whitbrook

Do We Finally Know the Full Suicide Squad Line-Up?

Photos reveal an iconic Batman scene is being filmed for Batman v. Superman. The villains’ romance takes center stage in X-Men: Apocalypse. Jenna Coleman explains the role Santa has in the Doctor Who Christmas special. And new details from Peggy Carter’s appearance in the next Agents of SHIELD. Spoilers now! Top image: Agents of SHIELD…

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These gorgeous Doctor Who posters can be yours soon

One of the consistent highlights of Doctor Who this year has actually been outside of the show itself – for every episode, a shiny new poster from the excellent Stuart Manning. And soon, you’ll be able to have prints of your own! Originally commissioned for the Radio Times, Manning’s posters took a more stylised approach…

Tech News James Whitbrook

Is the time of the Lego Doctor now?

After this round of Lego Ideas, there was much disappointment by Whovians around the planet when they announced The Big Bang Theory and Lego Birds Project were approved for a set design but the two Doctor Who projects, which both reached their 10,000 supporter goal, were not approved…yet. The good news is that there are…

Tech News Michael Schulte

10 TV Episodes That Everybody Pretends Never Happened

Science fiction and fantasy television has produced plenty of bizarre or terrible episodes. But sometimes, an episode isn’t just bad, it’s world-breaking — because it introduces plot holes or character traits that would kill a show. Here are 10 episodes that everybody had to pretend just didn’t happen. (Two of which are really, really good.)…

Television Diana Biller and Charlie Jane Anders

Why Does Fox Keep Fucking Up The Fantastic Four?!

I got so many good questions this week — well, and maybe a few good questions from the week before, which I’d accidentally stuffed in one of my boots for some reason and just found again — that this week’s “Postal Apocalypse” is super-sized! Get comfortable! Get a snack! Say goodbye to your loved ones!…

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The Time Travelers Hidden In Thrift Store Paintings

We’ve mentioned a love for altered thrift store paintings before, and now we have a set that integrates science fiction travelers into the bland pastoral scenes. The only better would be if they were sold back to thrift stores for unsuspecting buyers to come across. These are works by Rochester-based Dave Pollot, whose work can…

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C’mon, Lego, Just Make These Doctor Who Sets

Lego revealed that two concepts for the show were recently under review. They haven;t yet made it out of that process, but let’s hope. Lego Ideas member recently said: This review period featured two Doctor Who concepts, and the LEGO Review Board is evaluating them. We’ll let you know when we decide whether or not…

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Have We Seen The Last Of Michelle Gomez As Missy On Doctor Who?

Steven Moffat answers the question. Also, has Wonder Woman really secured a female director at last? Matt Reeves details what’s next for Caesar in the Planet of the Apes prequels. Check out one last Exodus trailer. Plus, details on what’s next on The Walking Dead, The Flash, Constantine, and Agents of SHIELD. Spoilers now! Top…

Television Katharine Trendacosta

All Of Doctor Who‘s Big Thematic Arcs Pay Off, With Clara’s Final Test

This season of Doctor Who has been pretty tightly structured around a few big themes, and all of them were tied up in the season finale. A lot of them, not surprisingly, had to do with Clara Oswald — and we finally found out why she was chosen as the Doctor’s companion. Spoilers! So all…

Television Charlie Jane Anders

Watch The First Teaser For The Doctor Who Christmas Special!

Here’s our first peek at the upcoming Doctor Who Christmas Special – including a good look at Nick Frost in his surprising new role! Spoilers below… Yup, Nick Frost is playing Saint Nick. Also, there’s a glimpse of whatever the hell this thing is: [BBC]

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Peter Capaldi Recorded This Message In Character To Help A Grieving Boy

It’s always immensely sweet when actors who play iconic characters understand the power those characters have and wield them for good. Peter Capaldi recorded this video as the Twelfth Doctor to help a nine-year-old boy with autism cope with the death of his grandmother. Ross Goodall said this video arrived the day before the funeral…

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Who Wrote Women Better, Davies Or Moffat? Neither, Says One Professor

The great debate in Doctor Who fandom these days is between fans of “original” showrunner Russell T. Davies and his replacement, Steven Moffat.* And one of the focal points of that debate comes down to the notion that Davies was better at writing female characters. Not so fast, says one college professor. Piers Britton tried…

Tech News Charlie Jane Anders

Which Lord Of The Rings Star Won’t Be Showing Up In The Final Hobbit?

Find out where Prometheus 2 could be headed. Plus a fan theory makes a good guess at where American Horror Story’s fifth season might be set. Guillermo del Toro updates us on Crimson Peak and the Pacific Rim sequels. And another classic Disney character is coming to Once Upon a Time. Spoilers now! Top image:…

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One Of The Guardians of the Galaxy Is Willing To Visit Agents of SHIELD

Why Doctor Who Is Less Graphic Today Than It Was In The ’70s

These Unused Cybermen Designs Are Utterly Creeptastic

First Clip From Doctor Who Christmas Special Is Full Of Weird Intensity

19 Funniest Nude Scenes In Science Fiction And Fantasy [Work-Safe!]

Did The Next James Bond Film Just Score An Absolutely Perfect Villain?

The Eleventh Doctor’s regeneration is still heartbreaking, even in Lego

Do We Finally Know the Full Suicide Squad Line-Up?

These gorgeous Doctor Who posters can be yours soon

Is the time of the Lego Doctor now?

10 TV Episodes That Everybody Pretends Never Happened

Why Does Fox Keep Fucking Up The Fantastic Four?!

The Time Travelers Hidden In Thrift Store Paintings

C’mon, Lego, Just Make These Doctor Who Sets

Have We Seen The Last Of Michelle Gomez As Missy On Doctor Who?

All Of Doctor Who‘s Big Thematic Arcs Pay Off, With Clara’s Final Test

Watch The First Teaser For The Doctor Who Christmas Special!

Peter Capaldi Recorded This Message In Character To Help A Grieving Boy

Who Wrote Women Better, Davies Or Moffat? Neither, Says One Professor

Which Lord Of The Rings Star Won’t Be Showing Up In The Final Hobbit?

Don’t Get Too Attached to Any AI App

‘Paradise’ Writer Teases What’s Coming in Season 3 After That Huge Twist

Trump’s New White House App Is Mildly Concerning and Weird for a Lot of Reasons

Bloodsucking Ticks Can Survive Inside Your Home Longer Than You Might Think

The Best New Toys of March 2026

Judge Denies Liking LinkedIn Post Critical of Elon Musk But Reassigns His Cases Anyway

Amazon Slashes 50% Off Keurig K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Now a Budget Alternative to Breville and Nespresso Espresso Machines

Sun’s Latest Outburst Complicates Planned Launch of Artemis 2

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

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

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Doctor Who

One Of The Guardians of the Galaxy Is Willing To Visit Agents of SHIELD

Why Doctor Who Is Less Graphic Today Than It Was In The ’70s

These Unused Cybermen Designs Are Utterly Creeptastic

First Clip From Doctor Who Christmas Special Is Full Of Weird Intensity

19 Funniest Nude Scenes In Science Fiction And Fantasy [Work-Safe!]

Did The Next James Bond Film Just Score An Absolutely Perfect Villain?

The Eleventh Doctor’s regeneration is still heartbreaking, even in Lego

Do We Finally Know the Full Suicide Squad Line-Up?

These gorgeous Doctor Who posters can be yours soon

Is the time of the Lego Doctor now?

10 TV Episodes That Everybody Pretends Never Happened

​Why Does Fox Keep Fucking Up The Fantastic Four?!

The Time Travelers Hidden In Thrift Store Paintings

C’mon, Lego, Just Make These Doctor Who Sets

Have We Seen The Last Of Michelle Gomez As Missy On Doctor Who?

All Of Doctor Who‘s Big Thematic Arcs Pay Off, With Clara’s Final Test

Watch The First Teaser For The Doctor Who Christmas Special!

Peter Capaldi Recorded This Message In Character To Help A Grieving Boy

Who Wrote Women Better, Davies Or Moffat? Neither, Says One Professor

Which Lord Of The Rings Star Won’t Be Showing Up In The Final Hobbit?

Don’t Get Too Attached to Any AI App

‘Paradise’ Writer Teases What’s Coming in Season 3 After That Huge Twist

Trump’s New White House App Is Mildly Concerning and Weird for a Lot of Reasons

Bloodsucking Ticks Can Survive Inside Your Home Longer Than You Might Think

The Best New Toys of March 2026

Judge Denies Liking LinkedIn Post Critical of Elon Musk But Reassigns His Cases Anyway

Amazon Slashes 50% Off Keurig K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Now a Budget Alternative to Breville and Nespresso Espresso Machines

Sun’s Latest Outburst Complicates Planned Launch of Artemis 2

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

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

Let us help find what you are looking for...

Why Does Fox Keep Fucking Up The Fantastic Four?!