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If you can't get enough of record-breaking Emmy winner Matthew Rhys, his newest TV series is based on an '80s…
Matthew Rhys stars in the new animated comedy series Golden Axe, based on Sega's 1989 video game. The show, which features voice actors Danny Pudi and Liam McIntyre, follows warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they battle the evil Death Adder. All 10 episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, and more (September 18-20)
This week's streaming highlights include the animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 2 on Netflix, the season finale of Reacher and the new spin-off Neagley on Prime Video, and the latest season of Slow Horses on Apple TV. Hulu adds Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, while Paramount Plus features the new Golden Axe animated series.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, and more (September 11-13)
This week's streaming highlights include the superhero movie Supergirl on HBO Max, the second season of the Australian comedy The Paper on Peacock, and the thriller Last Seen on Apple TV. Netflix adds the movie sequel Call My Agent!, while Paramount Plus features the third season of Colin From Accounts.
Peacock’s Dungeon Crawler Carl Adaptation Hands the Reins to Chris Yost and Eric Heisserer
Chris Yost and Eric Heisserer have been named co-showrunners for Peacock's adaptation of Matt Dinniman's LitRPG series, Dungeon Crawler Carl. Jeff Hays will reprise his role as the voice of Princess Donut, and Seth MacFarlane's Fuzzy Door is producing. The announcement comes as Peacock confirms its fourth price increase in four years.
Golden Axe animated series gets September release date on Paramount+
Sega's Golden Axe series is being adapted into an animated series, which will begin streaming on Paramount+ on September 16, 2026. The show will follow Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they battle Death Adder and save Yuria, introducing new characters along the way. The series is executive produced and written by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler.
First Golden Axe trailer is a bloody romp through medieval times that pays homage to the classic Sega game
The first trailer for the animated series Golden Axe has been released, showcasing a medieval adventure with characters Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead battling the villain Death Adder. The series, created by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler, is set to premiere on Paramount+ on September 16 and pays homage to the classic 1989 Sega game.
Richard Madden’s Paramount+ Series Trauma Drops Die Hard Into an ER — and It Might Work
The new Paramount+ series "Trauma" stars Richard Madden as an ex-Royal Marine turned emergency medicine doctor who must defend a London hospital from terrorists. The show blends the high-stakes premise of "Die Hard" with the intense medical setting of "ER" and "The Pitt," aiming for a stressful, real-time viewing experience. The article suggests this unique combination, coupled with a writer from "Slow Horses," could make "Trauma" a compelling and effective action thriller.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (July 31 -…
This week's streaming highlights include "The Drama" on HBO Max, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and the animated "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" on Peacock. Prime Video features the new season of "Batman: Caped Crusader," while Disney Plus adds "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Paramount+ debuts "Lioness" season 3, and Netflix offers "The Bombing of Pan AM 103."
Avatar Aang director says unprecedented leaks won't affect The Last Airbender movie's legacy: "The movie is going to live much longer than that"
Director Lauren Montgomery addressed the leaks of the upcoming animated movie "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender," stating that while bittersweet, the film's quality will ensure its legacy. The movie's release date was moved up to July 25 on Paramount Plus due to the leaks. Montgomery expressed confidence in the film's longevity, comparing the current situation to a "short moment in time."
The world needs a new Avatar in dreamy first trailer for The Last Airbender spin-off Seven Havens
The first trailer for Avatar: Seven Havens, a spin-off of Avatar: The Last Airbender, was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The series centers on a young Earthbender who discovers she is the new Avatar after Korra, in a world shattered by a cataclysm. The trailer sets a colorful and beautiful tone for the upcoming show, which will consist of two books with 13 episodes each.
Hollywood still has time to avoid the gaming industry's disastrous consolidation endgame
The article draws parallels between Hollywood's historical consolidation and the current state of the gaming industry, highlighting the risks of fewer companies controlling more assets. It discusses the potential negative impacts of mergers, such as layoffs and reduced creative diversity, using examples like Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard and the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal. California's lawsuit to block the latter merger is presented as a potential regulatory intervention.
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender is officially arriving 3 months early after the animated movie was leaked online in full
The animated movie Avatar: The Last Airbender, a sequel to the Nickelodeon series, will now premiere on Paramount Plus on July 25, three months earlier than its original October 9 theatrical release. This change follows the film's leak online in April, which led to an arrest. The movie follows Avatar Aang on a quest to find an ancient power.
The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender movie is seemingly getting shadow dropped last minute after full movie leak
The live-action movie 'The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender' may receive a surprise release on July 25th, potentially coinciding with SDCC, despite its original October 9th date. This follows a significant leak of the full movie earlier this year. The article also briefly mentions the Netflix live-action series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and its recent season 2 viewership drop.
Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action Netflix actor is disappointed by the recent animated leaks but is still…
Dallas Liu, the actor playing Zuko in Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender, expressed disappointment over the recent leak of the animated sequel Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. Despite the leak, Liu remains enthusiastic about the project and the character of Zuko, praising other actors who have portrayed him. The animated film, directed by Lauren Montgomery, is now set for a Paramount Plus release, though Montgomery believes it deserves a theatrical debut.
Among Us Animated Pilot Shows a Capitalist Nightmare
The animated pilot for Among Us, helmed by Owen Dennis of Infinity Train, offers a sharp critique of capitalism by portraying a corporation that treats employees as expendable resources. The show successfully translates the game's core mechanics into a compelling murder mystery narrative that highlights systemic distrust rather than interpersonal betrayal.
Elijah Wood says upcoming Lord of the Rings movie The Hunt for Gollum feels like "a family reunion," although…
Elijah Wood described returning to play Frodo Baggins in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum as a "family reunion" with original cast and crew. The film, set to release on December 17, 2027, will focus on Gollum's search for the One Ring after losing it. Wood will have a smaller role, but is excited to reunite with friends and spend time in New Zealand.
Among Us TV show creator says his love of sci-fi is what attracted him to the new video game adaptation, as it reminded him of The Thing and Alien
Owen Dennis, creator of the new Among Us animated series, was drawn to the project due to his love for science fiction and murder mysteries, citing influences like The Thing and Alien. He explains that the game's premise of crewmates completing tasks while imposters attempt to kill them mirrors these classic sci-fi horror films. Dennis also discussed how the lack of a clear narrative in the game led him to draw inspiration from various sci-fi franchises to build the show's world and characters.
SGF 2026: Things Get Suss as Among Us Gets New Game and TV Series
During Summer Game Fest 2026, Innersloth announced a new narrative game, Among Us Story: On Guard, for PC and Nintendo platforms, featuring investigation and identifying imposters. Additionally, a trailer for the Among Us TV series was revealed, set to debut on Paramount+ and described as a workplace comedy parodying The Thing. The original Among Us game was also surprise-released.
Among Us TV show creator explains why Paramount decided to shadow drop the new video game adaptation: "People like…
The creator of the new Among Us animated TV adaptation, Owen Dennis, explained that Paramount Plus decided to "shadow drop" the series to align with the show's surprise-filled nature. The series, based on the popular video game, features a cast including Yvette Nicole Brown and Liv Hewson, and all 10 episodes are available to stream at once.
You can watch the Among Us animated series right now
The animated series based on the popular game Among Us is now available to watch. All ten episodes can be streamed on Paramount+.