AnAvengershero is only as good as their greatest villain, and many foes in theMarvel Cinematic Universehave been given excellent characterizations through the years. From Killmonger to Vulture, thestrongest MCU villainshave tended to be the ones with most sympathetic motivations. However, even with that in mind,there is one villain that stands above as having one of the most complex and emotional backstories.I can’t wait to see these explored further when they next appear later in 2025....

Vikings andVikings: Valhallahave been among the most popular historical action shows of the past decade, and surprisingly historically accurate in parts, with manyVikingscharacters based on real people. I was hooked from the beginning to the end.Theending ofVikingsseason 6disappointed some fans who would have preferred a last dramatic vision of the characters together in Valhalla, though I disagree. I thoughtVikingschose the perfect note to end on. Ubbe and Floki could have changed America for Leif, in aVikings: Valhallasequel....

Metal Gear Solidis returning to consoles this year thanks to the revampedMetal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, but I’m pretty sure that most fans don’t kniw that Snake and the otherMetal Gearcharacters have a whole other life on the comic book page. If you’re looking for something to get you pumped for the new game, you could do a lot worse than checking out theMetal Gearcomics from IDW Publishing. Despite its unique character designs and high-stakes scenarios, theMetal Gear Solidfranchise has only produced two comic series to date: adaptations of the originalMetal Gear Solidand its sequel,Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty....

Deborah Ann Woll’s Karen Page returns alongside Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock inDaredevil: Born Againseason 2, as confirmed byMCUset photos that reveal a new look for Page. Deborah Ann Woll’s Karen Page only appeared briefly inDaredevil: Born Againepisodes 1 and 2, where she witnessedFoggy Nelson’s tragic deathand attended Bullseye’s trial before parting ways with Matt Murdock. While her absence is felt throughoutDaredevil: Born Againseason 1, the wait for her return won’t be as long as it may have seemed at first....

Michael B. Jordan’s return to theMarvel Cinematic Universedoes not have to be as Killmonger, all thanks toCaptain America: Brave New Worldhaving set up a way for him to play his dream Marvel role. Jordan was part of two of theMCU’s best movies, playing a major role in 2018’sBlack Pantheras Killmonger, the film’s main villain, and returning as the character for a cameo in 2022’sBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever.Jordan made Erik Killmonger one of the franchise’s most nuanced villains, bringing his compelling backstory and motivations to life effectively....

Monkwas one of the best TV shows of its time, yet it was strangely missing something that would have made it even better. One of many TV detectives based on Sherlock Holmes,Tony Shalhoub’s Adrian Monkcharmed audiences for eight seasons as a private consultant struggling with OCD and guilt over having never caught his wife’s killer. Despite its bleak premise,Monkwas a heartwarming show with hilarious moments and fun characters. Thebest episodes ofMonkwere the ones where both the case and whatever Adrian was going through that week were connected, thus delivering character development and a fun whodunit at the same time....

Nosferatuviewers have the chance to spend a night in the vampire’s sarcophagus for a high price tag. The 2024 gothic horror feature directed by Robert Eggers is a remake of F.W. Murnau’s groundbreaking but unauthorized 1922 silent film adaptation of Bram Stoker’sDracula. Focusing on a vampire setting his sights on a fearful town,Nosferatustars Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Willem Dafoe, and Ralph Ineson. Audiences can now try out the coffin used byNosferatu’s leading vampire for themselves in a surprising piece of merchandise....

Ok, so I’m finally starting to see how Sam Wilson’s Captain America can stand a chance against Red Hulk inCaptain America: Brave New World. I’ve been pretty skeptical for a while now regarding how Wilson will actually be able to fight a full-on Hulk in theMCUwithout getting absolutely pummeled from the get-go. However, a new reveal from Marvel Studios does make me more confident about their imminent showdown. Captain America: Brave New Worldis the next MCU movie which is set to release on February 14th, 2025....

Gilmore Girlsis truly a seasonal classic for the holidays, and there is oneGilmore GirlsChristmas episode that features the perfect Lorelai and Luke moment. Over the course of their slow will-they-won’t-they relationship, Luke and Lorelai snuck in cute moments that signified the care they had for each other. With the show’s holiday episodes being filled with a sense of whimsy and tradition, it might be why some of their most romantic moments happened inGilmore Girls' Christmas episodes....

Poppy Playtimeis a colorful but creepy place where fun childhood memories mix with fear. While characters like Huggy Wuggy and Mommy Long Legs are well-known scary figures,Poppy Playtime Chapter 4: Safe Havenintroduced a new character that made a big impact: Pianosaurus. This character is a strange combination of a dinosaur and a piano, showcasing the odd imagination of Playtime Co. Although Pianosaurus only appears for about 22 seconds in the game, he has quickly become very popular....

Love stories are some of the ones that viewers are most connected to. Whether they resonate with the longing of an unrequited crush or find an outlet for their broken hearts,a TVRomancecan help viewers through the various stages of relationships. If done well, the story will draw the audience in and have them rooting for their favorite couples. From the first encounter, the first kiss, and the first declaration of love, their stories become as important as any romantic entanglements that may happen in real life....

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Silo season 2 and Hugh Howey’s Silo books. AfterSiloseason 2’s ambiguous ending, many viewers would want to know what happens next in the story. Given how theApple TV+ sci-fi showis based on Hugh Howey’s book trilogy, the source material can give a fair idea of how the show will unfold in future seasons. It must be noted, however, thatSiloseason 2 significantly drifts away from the original books....

Sister Wivesstar Kody Brown seemed to wanta monogamous marriage with Robyn Brown, but lately, as the war over Coyote Pass rages, I believe that he wishes Janelle Brownwould come back and try again. Recently, Kody raised eyebrows when he referenced his enduring"karmic connection"with Janelle onscreen. His longing for Janelle is surprising on the surface - she’s not really his type, but he talks about her all the time. Maybe he loved her more than he thought....