Television

Get Your Own Grisly Memorial Of The First Cylon War

Now you too can live like The Old Man, with your own print of the First Cylon War. Take a closer look at the robot-on-human carnage — it’s art, after all. Think Geek is selling prints of this painting of the First Cylon War, for a mere 14.99: This painting was painstakingly scanned in archival…

Television Meredith Woerner Jul 16

Tom Baker Dons His Endless Scarf Once Again

Tom Baker is taking on the role of that mysterious time-traveler, the Doctor, for the first time since 1981. A new series of five linked Doctor Who audio plays brings back Baker’s anarchic portrayal… with a surprising old companion. Of all the companions you’d expect the BBC to pair Tom Baker with, in his new…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 16

Hulu Speaks On PS3 Blocking: It’s the Content Providers

A few weeks ago, Hulu silently blocked access through the PS3’s web browser. Customers who bothered to ask the company what was going on just got a response, which fingers an entirely predictable culprit: Reluctant content providers! https://gizmodo.com/ps3-no-longer-supporting-hulu-5303546 The semi-apology came in the form of an email, in which a Hulu rep told users that…

Television John Herrman Jul 16

Step Into Stargate Universe’s Rickety Steampunk Gate Room

The new Stargate series is taking a page from Steampunk aesthetics for its ancient ship, the Destiny. Check out the new crew’s time-weathered digs, including dial-panel door locks, and rusted ship walls. This ship makes Galactica look new. The new Stargate MGM website lets you board the Destiny, walk down one hallway, and enter the…

io9 Meredith Woerner Jul 15

King’s Cellphone Zombie Porn To Invade TV

The dangers of cellphones have been pronounced many times since their creation, but only one man has claimed that they’ll turn you into a braindead zombie. Luckily for Stephen King, his Cell novel is being made into a TV show. Fangoria has the scoop that the Weinstein Company is reworking Cell – King’s 2006 novel…

io9 Graeme McMillan Jul 15

Celebrate Futurama’s Return To Television By Making Tiny Zapp Branigan Leer At Leela

Like you don’t need a tiny Devil Robot. KidRobot is coming out with this cute line of Futurama dolls. Don’t freak out — there will be a Doctor Zoidberg, although I have no idea why he’s not front and center. These vinyl collectibles are part of a 12-character line, with two yet to be released.…

io9 Meredith Woerner Jul 14

Jesus The First Vampire, And Undead Hotel Amenities

After a week off, this week’s True Blood really delivered. Everybody was sexy dancing, whether in Jason’s mind or revved up on Eric’s v-juice — plus we got to see how the rich vampires roll, in Dallas. This was the first episode this season when we really got to start seeing how the other vampires…

Television Meredith Woerner Jul 13

Characters Who Say What The Audience Is Thinking

There’s nothing better than a character who can take a step back from the wreckage of a convoluted plot and say what we, the viewers, are already thinking. Here’s why we love characters who come out and admit the truth. We’ve all been there. Watching our favorite show when we realize that the situation we…

io9 Alexis Jul 13

Nathan Stark Lives On As A Vampire

Ed Quinn will save us from fey vampire hell, with one fanged smirk on this week’s True Blood. But until Sunday, you’ve got a new Eureka, and a documentary all about JK Rowling’s magical world building, to tide you over. Monday: Spectacular Spider-Man – School’s back from winter break, and so is the Sandman. But…

io9 Meredith Woerner Jul 13

Which Show Would Give SyFy The Space Opera They Deserve?

When Meredith spoke with Syfy president David Howe this week, he revealed that the newly-rebranded network was looking for a new space opera to replace BSG. But considering their love of remakes, why not just use an old one? https://gizmodo.com/syfy-seeks-the-next-big-space-opera-to-replace-bsg-and-5309356 We already know that Syfy is working on reboots for both Alien Nation and Quantum…

Television Graeme McMillan Jul 12

Torchwood: Better Than Ever?

Torchwood: Children Of Earth has just finished its British run with more viewers and critical acclaim than ever. We’re saving our in-depth spoilery reviews for the US showing (starting) June 20th, but here’s an open thread for your spoilery commentary.

io9 Graeme McMillan Jul 12

Torchwood Was Amazing, But What Happens Next?

Torchwood’s five-day miniseries, “Children Of Earth,” is a new classic. By any measure, the five-day “event” format was a triumph. But does that mean Torchwood should have more “event” miniseries? Probably not. Relatively vague spoilers ahead. “Children Of Earth” was a huge experiment, format-wise: instead of doing a regular series of 13 episodes, the show…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 11

Is Britain Too Meek For Sci-Fi TV?

As Torchwood finishes its acclaimed Children of Earth miniseries, one British critic declares that its success is an aberration for a country that has consistently failed to produce any good science fiction television whatsoever. And yes, he’s including Doctor Who. Admittedly, Patrick West may shoot himself and/or his argument in the foot with his first…

io9 Graeme McMillan Jul 11

Zero-G Sex In New “Defying Gravity” Trailer

The first trailer for ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy in space” show Defying Gravity is out, and it includes startlingly gorgeous visuals, intense emotions… and some tantalizing glimpses of people making whoopie in zero-G.

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 10

Dollhouse’s Missing Episode Is Insane But Logical, Says Whedon

Joss Whedon understands why “Epitaph One” wasn’t aired by Fox, but still thinks that it’s an important signpost for where the show’s going in its second season. Spoilers aplenty ahead. Entertainment Weekly spoke to Dollhouse’s creator about the first season’s final episode, which will make its official debut at San Diego Comic-Con before appearing on…

io9 Graeme McMillan Jul 10

Grab Your Titanium Umbrella: Eureka Is Back!

Mad science is getting quirky and lovable once again on the Syfy Channel, as Eureka returns for the long-delayed second half of its third season. We’ve seen the next two episodes of this crazy-town show. Spoilers ahead. Faithful Eureka viewers will remember that at the end of the most recent episode, Jack Carter got fired…

Television Charlie Jane Anders Jul 10

Warehouse 13’s Debut Is A Ratings Win, But Can It Beat Eureka?

The first episode of storehouse-of-weirdness show Warehouse 13 was the top-rated cable show of the night, with 3.5 million viewers. That doesn’t beat Eureka’s 4.1 million debut. It’s also not clear whether Warehouse can beat Eureka’s third-season average of 3 million viewers per week. Meanwhile, how will Eureka do in its new doghouse slot of…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 9

Your First Horrifying Look At Doctor Who’s Next Monster

A new clip from Doctor Who‘s next special episode, “The Waters Of Mars,” showcases the bizarre alien threat the Doctor faces this time around. What, you thought “Waters” was metaphorical? [Thanks, Bluehinter!]

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 9

The Middleman’s Romance With Lacey Almost Didn’t Happen

One of our favorite parts of superhero-adventure The Middleman is the on-again, off-again romance between the mysterious hero and Lacey, his sidekick’s roommate. But Javier Grillo-Marxuach tells io9 he fought that storyline tooth and nail. So what happened? Spoilers ahead. For those of you coming to this late, The Middleman was a graphic novel that…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jul 9

TV Tricklesaver Makes Sure Standby Consoles Don’t Cost You Money

The Tricklesaver does two things: detect when your TV is off, and cuts off power to whatever console is plugged in so it doesn’t waste power when “off”. This is good, in theory. In theory, a standby PS3 uses about $250 a year when in the off standby position. An Xbox 360 uses a little…

Television Jason Chen Jul 8

Get Your Own Grisly Memorial Of The First Cylon War

Tom Baker Dons His Endless Scarf Once Again

Hulu Speaks On PS3 Blocking: It’s the Content Providers

Step Into Stargate Universe’s Rickety Steampunk Gate Room

King’s Cellphone Zombie Porn To Invade TV

Celebrate Futurama’s Return To Television By Making Tiny Zapp Branigan Leer At Leela

Jesus The First Vampire, And Undead Hotel Amenities

Characters Who Say What The Audience Is Thinking

Nathan Stark Lives On As A Vampire

Which Show Would Give SyFy The Space Opera They Deserve?

Torchwood: Better Than Ever?

Torchwood Was Amazing, But What Happens Next?

Is Britain Too Meek For Sci-Fi TV?

Zero-G Sex In New “Defying Gravity” Trailer

Dollhouse’s Missing Episode Is Insane But Logical, Says Whedon

Grab Your Titanium Umbrella: Eureka Is Back!

Warehouse 13’s Debut Is A Ratings Win, But Can It Beat Eureka?

Your First Horrifying Look At Doctor Who’s Next Monster

The Middleman’s Romance With Lacey Almost Didn’t Happen

TV Tricklesaver Makes Sure Standby Consoles Don’t Cost You Money

‘She-Hulk’ Was Apparently One of Marvel’s Most Successful Shows

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Noah Hawley Is Remaking ‘Terrified,’ Which Shouldn’t Happen

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