The Rings of Power
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Lord of the Rings fans are divided as The Hunt for Gollum introduces another non-canon character to be played by Dune…Anya Taylor-Joy has been cast as Seren, an original character in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, sparking divided reactions among fans. While Taylor-Joy's acting talent is praised, many are concerned about the introduction of non-canon characters and names, drawing parallels to perceived missteps in The Hobbit and The Rings of Power. The film is set for a December 17, 2027 release.
23 years later, Lord of the Rings fans think they've spotted a big Return of the King plot holeFans are discussing a potential plot hole in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King concerning Frodo's Mithril shirt and Shelob's stinger. While the movie depicts Shelob stabbing Frodo through the stomach, bypassing the armor, the book details the encounter differently. Theories suggest it was a filming oversight or that Shelob's unique nature allowed her stinger to penetrate the Mithril.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsThis article discusses various crossovers and collaborations in gaming and media. It mentions a For Honor and Assassin's Creed crossover trailer, suggests that Shigeru Miyamoto believes Super Mario Galaxy movie backstory is now video game canon, and notes that The Rings of Power Season 3 will premiere in late 2026.
Amazon says its Fallout series has now been watched by 100 million people, 'with season two now joining season one as two of our top four biggest seasons we've ever launched'Amazon announced that its Fallout series has been watched by 100 million people across its first two seasons. Season two has reportedly been viewed by 83 million people, making it one of Amazon's top four most-watched seasons ever on Prime Video.
New Lord of the Rings movie takes place after Frodo's death and could feature Tom BombadilA new Lord of the Rings movie is in development, co-written by Stephen Colbert and his son Peter, and will be directed by Peter Jackson. The film is set after Frodo's death and will explore events involving Sam's daughter Elanor, potentially featuring Tom Bombadil. The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis, is also confirmed for a December 17, 2027 release.
10 Fan-Favorite Shows That Got Canceled in 2025The year 2025 has seen a surprising number of fan-favorite television shows canceled across various networks and streaming platforms, including "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "Kaos," "The Wheel of Time," and "The Sandman." This trend highlights the precarious nature of show renewals in the current media landscape, where even critically acclaimed or popular series are not immune to cancellation due to factors like production costs or shifting viewer numbers.- Fan Favorites Gone: 10 Surprising TV Cancellations of 2025Numerous popular television shows, including "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "Kaos," "The Wheel of Time," and "The Boys," have been surprisingly canceled in 2025, leaving fans disappointed. Factors such as high production costs, fluctuating viewership, and shifting industry trends are cited as reasons for these cancellations across platforms like Prime Video, Netflix, CBS, and Paramount+.