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The Rings of Power showrunner confirms there will be no Harfoots in season 3 of The Lord of the Rings prequel: "It was time for them to take a little bit more of a backseat"
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power co-showrunner J.D. Payne confirmed that the Harfoot characters will have a reduced role in season 3. The upcoming season will focus on the War of the Elves and Sauron's creation of the One Ring, jumping forward five years after the events of season 2. Season 3 is scheduled to premiere on November 11, 2026, on Prime Video.
First reactions to Mike Flanagan's Carrie series call it a "powerful" Stephen King adaptation and "not at all what you are expecting"
Early reactions to Mike Flanagan's upcoming Carrie series adaptation for Prime Video have been overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising its powerful take on Stephen King's novel. The show, which stars Summer H. Howell as Carrie, is noted for its surprising modernization and relevant exploration of teenage anxieties and the cycle of violence, deviating from expectations while remaining reverent to the source material.
Blade Runner 2099 feels more "like a movie," says showrunner, as it's only 8 episodes in total
Showrunner Silka Luisa confirmed that Amazon's Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099 is planned as an eight-episode limited series, designed to tell a complete story akin to a movie. The show is set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, depicting a future where replicants hold power and humans are second-class citizens, with Hunter Schafer and Michelle Yeoh in lead roles. Ridley Scott was involved in shepherding the project.
First trailer for Reacher season 4 teases the biggest and most violent installment of the Prime Video series yet
The first trailer for Reacher season 4 has been released, teasing the most violent installment of the Prime Video series yet. The trailer shows Jack Reacher investigating a suspicious death that leads him into a dangerous criminal conspiracy. The new season adapts Lee Child's thirteenth Jack Reacher novel, Home Tomorrow, and will begin streaming on August 12.
The Rings of Power season 3's 5-year time jump will give the storytelling a "jolt of adrenaline," says…
The Rings of Power season 3 will feature a five-year time jump, which co-showrunner Patrick McKay describes as an "advantage" that gives the storytelling a "jolt of adrenaline." This jump allows for new character relationships and plot developments, with season 3 set to begin on Prime Video on November 11. The trailer also revealed Sauron heading to Mordor to create the One Ring and introduced new characters like Celeborn.
Into the Black
Prime Video released the official teaser trailer for Blade Runner 2099. The article also notes the passing of Chuck Russell, director of 'The Mask', at the age of 74.
Blade Runner 2099 release date, cast and everything else we know about the Prime Video series
The Prime Video television series Blade Runner 2099 is set to premiere on November 25, 2026, with new details revealed at San Diego Comic-Con. Set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, the show explores a future where replicants are in charge and humans are second-class citizens, featuring Hunter Schafer as a human fugitive and Michelle Yeoh as a replicant Blade Runner. Ridley Scott is an executive producer, and the series aims to capture a "sunshine noir" aesthetic.
Prime Video's Blade Runner 2099 now has a trailer and release date of November 25
Prime Video's science fiction television series Blade Runner 2099, starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, has received a release date of November 25. The series will consist of eight episodes.
Simon Pegg's Balrog will share scenes with Sauron in The Rings of Power season 3
The Rings of Power season 3 will feature Simon Pegg's Balrog in scenes with Sauron, portraying the Balrog as an intelligent and strategic adversary. Co-showrunner Patrick McKay revealed that the season will explore new facets of the Balrog's character and its interaction with Sauron, particularly concerning the dark magic involved in forging rings. The new season is set to premiere on Prime Video on November 11.
Sauron crafts the One Ring in The Rings of Power season 3 trailer as Middle-earth burns
The first trailer for The Rings of Power season 3 has been released, showcasing Sauron crafting the One Ring amidst a burning Middle-earth. The season promises epic battles, the reunion of Celeborn and Galadriel, and Gandalf's warnings of impending death. New cast members include Eddie Marsan, Andrew Richardson, and Adam Young, with Simon Pegg voicing the Balrog.
Sauron will create some "complications" for Celeborn and Galadriel in The Rings of Power season 3
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 3 will introduce Celeborn and Galadriel's reunion, which actor Jamie Campbell Bower suggests will be complicated by Sauron's manipulation. Sauron is also expected to forge the One Ring in this season. Gandalf, played by Daniel Weyman, will also be a more prominent figure. The new season premieres on November 11 on Prime Video.
Simon Pegg joins the cast of The Rings of Power season 3 as an iconic Lord of the Rings character
At SDCC 2026, it was announced that Simon Pegg will voice the Balrog in The Rings of Power season 3, which also revealed a new trailer and additional cast members. Eddie Marsan, Andrew Richardson, and Adam Young are joining the Prime Video series, with new episodes set to premiere in November 2026.
Blade Runner 2099 will have "connective tissue" to the Ridley Scott and Denis Villeneuve movies, but will also…
The upcoming Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099, set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, will feature "connective tissue" to the original films while introducing a "sunshine noir" aesthetic. Showrunner Silka Luisa stated the series explores the rebirth of a city and its characters, with replicants as the new power brokers after humans lost a war. Producer Andrew Kosove assured that the series is designed for both existing fans and newcomers, with a release date set for November 25, 2026.
First Blade Runner 2099 trailer flips the iconic sci-fi franchise on its head as 2026 release confirmed
The first teaser trailer for the upcoming Prime Video television series Blade Runner 2099 has been released, confirming a 2026 debut. Set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, the show features Hunter Schafer as Cora and Michelle Yeoh as a replicant, exploring a future where humans have lost control to replicants. The series aims for an aesthetic closer to the original Blade Runner film.
Blade Runner 2099 showrunner says Ridley Scott "shepherded" her through making new Prime Video show, reveals post-war plot with Replicant uprising
Showrunner Silk Luisa revealed plot details for the upcoming Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099, which is set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049 and features a replicant uprising where humans are now second-class citizens. Ridley Scott was heavily involved in the development process, providing insight into the franchise's mythological canon. The series, starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, is set to premiere in 2027.
Prime Video Is Reviving RoboCop as an Eight-Episode Series — and It’s Dodging One Key Question
Prime Video is reviving RoboCop as an eight-episode television series produced by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, with Peter Ocko serving as creator. The series will explore themes of technology, identity, and corporate power, preserving the spirit of the original 1987 film. Key details such as the cast and release window remain unconfirmed, and the official synopsis notably omits the character's name, Alex Murphy, and the corporation Omni Consumer Products.
The Rings of Power season 3 is tackling Lord of the Rings' biggest moment, and it was extremely…
The third season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will focus on the pivotal moment of Sauron forging the One Ring. Showrunners Patrick McKay and J.D. Payne described the sequence as the most ambitious and technically challenging ever undertaken for the series. Actor Charlie Vickers, who plays Sauron, expressed his emotional connection to portraying this significant event.
SDCC wishlist: These are the 6 announcements we're hoping to see at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
This article outlines a wishlist of desired announcements for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, focusing on potential reveals for upcoming movies and TV shows. Hopes include casting news for The Rings of Power season 3, a trailer and timeline details for Blade Runner 2099, a new trailer for Lanterns, a trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, a Silo spin-off announcement, and a trailer for Mike Flanagan's adaptation of Carrie.
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 schedule: Times, dates, streams, and panels at SDCC 2026
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 is scheduled to take place from July 22-26, with panels featuring major studios like Marvel, DC, Prime Video, and Paramount. Key events include panels for 'Avengers: Doomsday', 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power', 'Blade Runner 2099', and 'Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender'. While panels will not be live-streamed, GamesRadar+ will provide on-the-ground coverage.
37 years after the original manga, Prime Video's new Ghost in the Shell anime might be the perfect adaptation of a…
Prime Video's new Ghost in the Shell anime, produced by Studio Saru, is discussed as a potentially perfect adaptation of the original manga. This new series leans into the humor and lighthearted tone of Masamune Shirow's work, a departure from the more philosophical and somber tone of previous adaptations like Mamoru Oshii's 1995 film.
