This article contains spoilers for The Odyssey. The Odyssey just opened on Thursday night, but that’s already enough time to completely disregard the dumbest criticism heading into the film. Some observers had complained about director Christopher Nolan’s decision to cast Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy, the woman whose coupling with the prince Paris “launched a thousand ships,” in Christopher Marlowe’s words, and started the Trojan War. Obviously, these were always bad faith takes, more about the fact that Christopher Nolan would cast a Black woman as a character they assumed was white (despite the fact that actual scholars show…

There comes a point when most actors begin choosing smaller roles or slowing down altogether. Others go in the opposite direction. Some return to major franchises, some take on physically demanding action movies, and others deliver career-best dramatic performances well into their 70s, 80s, or even 90s. These performances proved that talent, experience, and screen presence don’t disappear with age. Here are 15 actors who showed that age really is just a number. ©IMDb Ian McKellen – Mr. Holmes Playing Sherlock Holmes at 93 required McKellen to carry nearly every scene, shifting between different stages of the detective’s life while…

This article contains Silo season 3 spoilers. Silo season 2 ended with a major shift in narrative. No longer would we be entirely focused on the trials taking place inside the show’s dingy, post-apocalyptic underground silos; we were also granted the chance to go back in time and finally find out how and why pockets of survivors got stuck in them. It was a twist not only faithful to Hugh Howey’s Silo book series, but also a much-needed jolt of energy for the Apple TV show, which had slowed its pace considerably in its second season to focus on character…

This article contains major The Odyssey spoilers. In more than a few ways, The Odyssey feels like a film Christopher Nolan has been working up to his entire career. At least three of his most popular movies are the story of a husband or father trying to reclaim their idea of home after leaving for long stretches in order to do great, terrible things. And what is Batman but a guy unable to find a domestic peace, whether in Gotham or far from it, after his family was stolen? So Homer’s epic poem Odyssey (or Odýsseia in the original Ancient…

Like the people of Gotham City, superhero movie fans look up to the skies searching for some sign that Batman is coming, some sign that the Dark Knight hasn’t forgotten us. It’s been four years since The Batman hit screens, bringing Matt Reeves‘ emo noir take on the Caped Crusader, starring Robert Pattinson as a brooding young Bruce Wayne in his second year in the costume. Despite getting updates and occasional production shots, and even announced release dates of October 2, 2026, and October 1, 2027, the movie seemed far away. Now, things seem even worse. Warner Bros. has announced…

In the early days of Hollywood, movie studios controlled almost every part of an actor’s career. They decided which roles performers accepted, how they looked in public, and sometimes even what they could say in interviews. That level of control was only one chapter in an industry shaped by censorship battles, political investigations, labor disputes, and legal fights that changed filmmaking forever. Here are 15 facts from the troubled history of Hollywood. ©Wikimedia Commons The Hollywood Blacklist During the late 1940s and 1950s, hundreds of writers, directors, and actors found themselves unable to work after being accused of communist sympathies.…

Not every movie that reaches production ends up on the big screen. Some get canceled after cameras start rolling, while others make it surprisingly far before running out of money, losing key cast members, or falling apart behind the scenes. In a few cases, entire films were completed only to be locked away in studio vaults, where audiences never had the chance to see them. Over the years, these unfinished and unreleased projects have become almost as fascinating as the movies that actually made it to theaters. Here are 15 films that, for one reason or another, never got the…

Not every board game needs complicated rules or a three-hour tutorial before anyone can start playing. The ones people keep coming back to are usually much simpler than that. They’ve survived changing trends because they’re easy to share, easy to teach, and just competitive enough to get everyone invested. Some have been around for centuries, while others became household staples much more recently. No matter when they first appeared, these games have something in common: they’re just as enjoyable with grandparents around the table as they are with kids. Here are 15 classics that rarely disappoint. ©Wikimedia Commons Scrabble Every…

Some TV shows become comfort watches because you always know what you’re going to get. The same conflicts, familiar character dynamics, and predictable endings can be part of the appeal. Other times, though, a series leans so heavily on one formula that every episode starts to feel almost interchangeable. That doesn’t necessarily make these shows bad. In fact, several were huge hits that ran for years. Still, once you notice the pattern, it’s hard to stop seeing it. These are 15 TV shows with the most repetitive plots. ©IMDb Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! (1969-1970) The gang arrives somewhere mysterious, investigates…

Tom Holland and SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY spin a web across the cover of Den of Geek’s 10th printed issue coming to San Diego Comic-Con, which includes a deep dive inside look at the superhero epic with the Web-Head himself, plus exclusive interviews with Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, and director Destin Daniel Cretton! Yearly subscriptions to Den of Geek magazine make a triumphant return with two variant cover options featuring Holland as Peter Parker. Den of Geek will be hosting a jam-packed event schedule throughout Comic-Con week, including at its Hilton Bayfront interview studio, a special screening of Apple TV’s Dark…

Before we ever meet him, the Odysseus of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has already been subsumed by myth. He is in the first scene, technically, bravely concealed within the wooden contours of a monumental horse left along the shores of Troy. Yet that is not the Odysseus Matt Damon actually plays in the even more monumental film from the mind of a filmmaker obsessed with obsessives. The heroic figure we see springs from a tale, a story, a song sung to revelers in Ithaca about their wily and absent Greek king. These diners listen while feasting on Odysseus’ meat, drinking…

It’s been five years since the original Aliens: Fireteam Elite brought the iconic sci-fi franchise into the realm of squad-based third-person shooter action. The game has a sequel coming this year, with Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 poised to double down on all things that made the first game so enjoyable while significantly adding to the overall action-packed experience. At Summer Game Fest 2026, we got a chance to play an early build of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 and here our first impressions of the upcoming sci-fi shooter sequel. The first major noticeable change in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 compared to…

In partnership with Penguin Random House The halls of Arcana Academy are opening once again, and if you’re ready for more tarot magic, dangerous romance, and high-stakes fantasy, we’ve got quite the opportunity for you. Thanks to our friends at Penguin Random House, we’re giving away five copies of Prince of Swords, the second novel in bestselling author Elise Kova’s Arcana Academy series. If the first book left you desperate to know what happens next, this is your chance to continue Clara Graysword’s journey. Simply head over to Den of Geek’s Instagram page and find the post about the giveaway…

Superbad has been making people laugh since it hit theaters in 2007, and its mix of awkward friendships, terrible decisions, and unforgettable one-liners has helped it become one of the defining teen comedies of its generation. Much of that comes from the chemistry between its cast, but the movie is also packed with visual jokes, running gags, and situations that somehow keep getting more ridiculous. Whether you’ve watched it once or can quote half the script from memory, there are plenty of moments that still land years later. Here are 15 of the funniest gags from Superbad. ©IMDb Seth’s childhood…

Get ready to swap convention crowds for a nice pint, a writing prompt, and a room full of fellow fans ready to create something truly unforgettable. Wattpad and Den of Geek are inviting geeks of all writing experience levels to an evening of chat and creativity at The Fandom Writing Club. Taking place at Mission Brewing in San Diego on Friday, July 24, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., this event will offer Comic-Con attendees a chance to connect with fellow storytellers while turning inspiration into fiction. Whether you’ve been outlining a sprawling alternate universe for months, have a canon-divergence…

Historical movies and TV shows have a way of making the past feel vivid, whether they’re telling the story of a famous ruler, a legendary battle, or a real-life icon. But even the most celebrated productions don’t always stick to the facts. To keep the story moving, filmmakers often combine timelines, invent conversations, or change historical details altogether. While those creative choices can make for compelling entertainment, they also mean that some memorable scenes aren’t nearly as accurate as they seem. Here’s a look at 15 historical dramas that got some major details wrong. ©IMDb Braveheart (1995) Mel Gibson’s epic…

Hollywood has always had its glamorous side, but not everything behind the movies and red carpets is as polished as it looks. Over the years, plenty of stories have surfaced about difficult film sets, strict studio rules, behind-the-scenes feuds, and moments that changed the industry in unexpected ways. While audiences usually remember the finished movies, the road to getting them on screen wasn’t always smooth. Some productions became famous for what happened off camera, while others revealed a side of old Hollywood that studios would have rather kept out of the spotlight. Here are 15 darker facts from Hollywood’s troubled…

Years go by, but there are still a handful of classic movies your uncle can’t believe you haven’t seen yet. Whether he’s quoting his favorite scenes, insisting they ‘don’t make them like this anymore,’ or casually dropping spoilers like it’s no big deal, these ’80s films have earned a permanent spot on his must-watch list. Some of them he probably saw in theaters, others he’s rewatched so many times he knows every line. Either way, they tend to come up in conversation more often than you’d expect. Here’s a look at 15 movies from the 1980s your uncle still tries…

In October of 2022, A24 announced plans to make a Friday the 13th prequel with Bryan Fuller at the helm. Individually, we love most of those words. A24 continues to produce and distribute some of our favorite movies, including Marty Supreme, Backrooms, and The Invite. Ever since he got his start writing for Star Trek: Voyager and Deep Space Nine, Bryan Fuller has been one of our favorite creatives, thanks to shows such as Pushing Daisies and Hannibal. Yet, wonderful as they are, A24 and Fuller initially seemed like bad fits for Friday the 13th, perhaps the most crassly simplistic…

New Zealand actor Sam Neill has died at the age of 78, leaving behind an impressive filmography of memorable television and film performances. In addition to blockbusters like Jurassic Park and dramas such as The Piano, fans will surely point out his excellent work in horror movies, naming Event Horizon or Possession. But Neill’s greatest horror performance came in an oft-overlooked movie, one that everyone recognizes as great, but rarely gets the cult appreciation even afforded The Omen III. The third part of his loose “Apocalypse Trilogy,” which also includes The Thing and Prince of Darkness, the 1994 John Carpenter…