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Luke Cage actor Mike Colter reveals his MCU return in Daredevil: Born Again season 3 moments before deleting the spoiler
Mike Colter, who plays Luke Cage, revealed his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Daredevil: Born Again season 3 by posting and then deleting a photo with Charlie Cox and Deborah Ann Woll. The image, preserved by a fan, showed the trio on a prison set, hinting at plot developments for the upcoming season. This appearance follows rumors and leaked set photos of Colter and Finn Jones on set.
First trailer for new Netflix sci-fi series from the Duffer Brothers is like Stranger Things for senior citizens
The first trailer for Netflix's new science fiction series, The Boroughs, has been released. Created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews and produced by The Duffer Brothers, the show follows a group of seniors in a retirement community who discover and must confront an alien threat. The series, which stars Alfred Molina, Jena Malone, and Alfre Woodard, is set to premiere on Netflix on May 21.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more (April 13–April 19)
This guide highlights new shows and movies available on streaming services like HBO Max, Apple TV, Netflix, and Disney Plus for the week of April 13-19. Featured releases include the third season of Euphoria, Keanu Reeves' comedy thriller Outcome, the second season of Beef, and the latest episodes of Daredevil: Born Again.
Game Pass Is Too Expensive And It Will Change, Xbox CEO Says
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma has acknowledged that Xbox Game Pass has become too expensive and stated that changes are coming to improve its value proposition. While no immediate changes are expected, Sharma is exploring a more flexible system and potential bundle offerings with companies like Netflix. These discussions follow a significant price increase for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate in October 2025.
Vincent D'Onofrio says Daredevil was at the "top of its game" when it was canceled at Netflix
Actor Vincent D'Onofrio believes the television series Daredevil was at its peak when it was canceled by Netflix. He shared that he always expected the show to return, unlike his co-star Charlie Cox. The article also mentions the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again series and a planned Punisher special.
Sunday Metaverse
The concept of 'streamflation' could pose significant challenges for major streaming platforms like Netflix and YouTube. This economic trend may impact the sustainability and growth strategies of these services.
Ali Wong dan Amanda Seyfried Main Film Saudara Tiri Cinderella
Netflix is developing a new animated film titled Steps, which reimagines the story of Cinderella's stepsisters with a more human and humorous touch. Ali Wong, Stephanie Hsu, and Amanda Seyfried are set to voice the main characters, with Seyfried portraying Cinderella. The film is directed by Alyce Tzue and is expected to be released in 2026.
Netflix reportedly cancels Kerri Strug Olympic biopic Perfect as Mille Bobby Brown exits the starring role
Netflix has canceled the upcoming Olympic sports drama Perfect, starring Millie Bobby Brown as gymnast Kerri Strug, due to creative differences following Brown's exit from the project. The film was set to be directed by Gia Coppola and was scheduled to begin production this summer.
3 new to Netflix shows you need to check out this weekend (April 10–April 12)
Netflix has added three new horror films to its catalog for the weekend of April 10-12: the disaster shark movie Thrash, the 2022 installment of the Scream franchise, and the sequel A Quiet Place Part II. These films offer a mix of creature features and slasher thrills for viewers.
Netflix has a new shark horror movie starring a former Bridgerton lead, and the reviews are actually pretty good
Netflix's new shark horror movie, Thrash, directed by Tommy Wirkola and starring Phoebe Dynevor, has received positive reviews, holding a 70% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film features Dynevor as a pregnant woman trapped in a town overrun by sharks after a hurricane.
YouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up
YouTube Premium is increasing its subscription prices in the US, with individual plans rising by $2 to $16 per month and family plans increasing by $4 to $27 per month. These changes, which will take effect in June 2026, also affect the Lite and Music Premium tiers. This follows similar price hikes from Spotify and Netflix.
If your Netflix watchlist is looking a little barren there's a good reason – the number of movies released in the first few months of 2026 fell to an 8-year low
Netflix has released fewer original movies in the first quarter of 2026 than in any year since 2017, with only 23 new features added. This marks a significant decrease from 2025, which saw 34 films premiere on the platform. The decline suggests a potential shift in Netflix's content strategy for original films.
Reports of One Piece's demise are greatly exaggerated – and Netflix has the season 2 numbers to prove it
Netflix's live-action One Piece series has seen significant success with its second season, breaking streaming records. Season 2 garnered 1.62 billion minutes of viewership in its opening week, surpassing the performance of season 1 and ranking second only to Zootopia 2 during the same period.
Gunzilla called out, Netflix's surprise app store surge, and indie publishers rise up - Patch Notes #47
Gunzilla Games faces accusations from former employees regarding unpaid wages, while Netflix's new 'Playground' app for children and its virtual game controller app have seen significant success. Additionally, indie developers Black Tabby Games and Landfall have launched new publishing labels, signaling a growing trend in the independent sector.
After Johnny Cage, Karl Urban Wants To Play Another Famous John In A Video Game Movie
Actor Karl Urban, who will play Johnny Cage in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, expressed his desire to portray John Marston in a potential Red Dead Redemption film or TV adaptation. Urban cited Red Dead Redemption as one of his favorite games and mentioned his past role in the Doom movie. The article also touches on Take-Two Interactive's cautious approach to licensing its intellectual properties for adaptations, citing past successes and failures.
3 new to Netflix shows to binge this weekend (April 10–April 12)
This guide highlights three new shows available on Netflix for the weekend of April 10-12: the comedy Big Mistakes starring Dan Levy, the true crime documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet, and the third season of the Portuguese thriller Turn of the Tide. The article also mentions Will Salmon, GamesRadar's Streaming Editor, as the curator of these recommendations.
Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app
Netflix has expanded its gaming offerings by adding three Jackbox Party Essentials titles: Fibbage 4, Quiplash 3, and Drawful 2, to its platform. These games are available for free to subscribers and support up to eight players, aligning with Netflix's strategy to focus on family-friendly and party games.
Chopper Is Among the 4 New Lego One Piece Sets
Lego has announced four new sets based on the live-action One Piece adaptation, including one featuring Tony Tony Chopper. These sets, along with a previously revealed Gum Gum Fruit set, are available for pre-order and will ship on August 1, 2026. The new merchandise coincides with the upcoming Netflix special and the ongoing development of the live-action show's third season.
Marvel TV head says the original version of Daredevil: Born Again played "too fast and loose" with Netflix…
Marvel TV head Brad Winderbaum stated that the initial concept for Daredevil: Born Again strayed too far from the continuity of the Netflix Daredevil series. The show underwent retooling to better align with the previous seasons and incorporate more of the titular character. Winderbaum noted that while Born Again is a new era with a different aesthetic, it acknowledges and builds upon the foundation of the original Netflix show.
The Jackbox Party Essentials Now Available on Netflix
Jackbox Games has launched The Jackbox Party Essentials, a collection of three popular party games including Fibbage 4, Quiplash 3, and Drawful 2, on Netflix. Subscribers can now play these games using their phones as controllers, with no additional purchase required beyond a Netflix subscription.