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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator has noticed the tide is turning against season 1 vs. "superior" season 2
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator Bartosz Sztybor has observed a shift in fan opinion, with more viewers now considering season 2 superior to season 1. While season 1 holds a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, season 2 has an 80% score. Sztybor emphasizes that both seasons are interconnected and contribute to the overall narrative.
Roman's footage in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners has been spliced together, and it changes how you watch season 2
A fan-created "Roman Cut" video splices together all of Roman's camera footage from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, offering a new perspective on the narrative. This fan edit highlights how Roman's perspective shifts from a hopeful view of Night City to a nightmarish one and back again, mirroring D.'s journey. The article also notes the series' success on Netflix and confirms season 2 is set in 2078, acting as a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 Mirrors The First Season, But With One Major Difference
Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor discusses Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, stating that it mirrors the first season's themes of love and sacrifice but focuses on a new cast of characters and explores the parent-child relationship from the parent's perspective. The season features four main characters, including Talia, a heavily modified Maelstrom gang member, and hints at potential future seasons and connections to the Cyberpunk 2077 universe and its comics.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 review: "Another nova Night City story"
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 offers a compelling new narrative with an ambitious ensemble story and stunning animation, serving as a worthy follow-up to the first season. While it doesn't quite reach the heights of the original's impact, the new season successfully expands the world of Cyberpunk 2077 with distinct character arcs and impressive visual flair.
The 5 best Halloween Horror movies to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more (October 16-22)
This article highlights five horror movie remakes available to stream on platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and Hulu for Halloween. It compares original films such as Suspiria, The Thing, and Nosferatu with their modern counterparts, discussing their unique strengths and thematic differences.
Narnia: The Magician's Nephew first trailer shows Greta Gerwig's take on the Wood Between the Worlds
The first trailer for Greta Gerwig's Narnia: The Magician's Nephew has been released, showcasing her interpretation of C.S. Lewis's novel. The film, starring Meryl Streep as Aslan, will receive a wide theatrical release including IMAX before arriving on Netflix on April 2. The trailer features a controversial choice of Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven" and a starry cast including Emma Mackey and Daniel Craig.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, and more (September 25-27)
This week's streaming recommendations highlight new movies and shows available from September 25-27. Highlights include "Toy Story 5" on Disney+, the mockumentary comedy "Brothers" on Apple TV+, the rom-com "The Love Hypothesis" on Prime Video, Sharon Horgan's new dating series "Youth" on HBO Max, and the true crime film "Unabomber" on Netflix.
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.
Superman is leaving HBO Max in several countries, and DC fans are thoroughly confused
The movie "Superman" is being removed from HBO Max in several countries, including Australia and Spain, with an expected departure date around September 18 or 19. This move has confused and upset DC fans, particularly as the new DC Universe gains momentum. Some fans are concerned about needing multiple subscriptions to watch content, while others see potential for Netflix to introduce the film to a wider audience.
SEGA: New Sonic animated series, Crazy Taxi movie, and Stranger Than Heaven film coming to Netflix
SEGA has announced multiple new media projects coming to Netflix, including a new Sonic the Hedgehog animated series, a Crazy Taxi movie, and a Stranger Than Heaven film. The Sonic animated series is being masterminded by Carlos Stevens and Toru Nakahara.
Live-Action Crazy Taxi Movie, New Sonic Animated Series, and Stranger Than Heaven Adaptation Heading to Netflix
Netflix has announced three new adaptations of Sega video game properties. These include a live-action comedy movie based on Crazy Taxi, a new animated series featuring Sonic, and an adaptation of RGG Studio's upcoming game Stranger Than Heaven.
Miami agrees to advertise GTA 6 in exchange for fixing their football field
Miami Beach has approved a deal allowing Rockstar Games to advertise Grand Theft Auto 6 through discreet marketing on beach chairs and umbrellas. The agreement, which generated nearly $4 million, will fund renovations for the Flamingo football field, though some commissioners expressed concerns about associating the city with the game's violent themes. The campaign is set to run from October 15 to the end of the year.
The Legend of Zelda film is just called "The Legend of Zelda", apparently, and there's a good reason it doesn't have a subtitle
Nintendo and Columbia Pictures have released the first trailer for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, which is simply titled "The Legend of Zelda." Directed by Wes Ball, the film stars Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda. The movie, which draws inspiration from the series' 40-year history without adapting a single game, is set to release theatrically on April 30, 2027, and will later stream on Netflix.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more (September 4-6)
This week's streaming highlights include new releases on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more from September 4-6. Featured titles include the Star Wars film The Mandalorian and Grogu, the latest installment of the Scary Movie franchise, the crime drama comedy The Gentlemen season 2, the Apple TV comedy Mayday, and Glen Powell's sports comedy Chad Powers season 2.
GTA 6 extended look reaches 31.1m views on Netflix in four days, making it the most-viewed title last week
An extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 garnered 31.1 million views on Netflix within four days, topping the platform's English-language film charts in most tracked countries. The preview's popularity caused a temporary surge in web traffic and mobile viewership for Netflix.
GTA 6 Netflix Reveal Draws 1.8 Million Viewers and Knocks Twitch Offline
Rockstar Games' 26-minute Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal, distributed via Netflix, attracted 1.8 million viewers and caused significant strain on Twitch, leading to over 17,000 outage reports. The footage showcased new mechanics and environments on PlayStation 5, while the game has already secured 4.5 million preorders.
Grand Theft Auto 6’s First Gameplay Showcases a Routine Pick-up Gone Wrong
Rockstar Games has released the first gameplay trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, showcasing a mission involving protagonists Jason and Lucia picking up illegal substances. The extended look, presented via Netflix, features intense gunplay, realistic character reactions to damage, and a narrow escape from a police shootout in Vice City.
GTA 6 Extended Look Reveals Gorgeous Visuals, Robberies, Chases, and 6 Star Wanted System
Rockstar Games provided an extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay, showcasing characters Lucia and Jason engaging in robberies, car chases, and combat within Vice City. The footage also highlighted a return of the six-star Wanted system and featured the series' signature tone with a slick soundtrack.
'Mind-Blowingly Good': The Internet Reacts to Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6: Extended Look Reveal
Rockstar Games has released an extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6, which debuted via Netflix. The reveal has been met with widespread positive reactions online, with many describing the footage as 'mind-blowingly good'.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, and more (August 28-30)
This article highlights new shows and movies available for streaming from August 28-30 on platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Prime Video. Featured titles include the thriller 'The Whisper Man,' the sci-fi series 'Dark Matter' season 2, the comedy 'Adults' season 2, the romantic drama 'The Last Sunrise,' and the superhero series 'Lanterns.'
