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What Do We Know About the upcoming reboot of the classic horror series Buffy the Vampire Slayer? More than you may think. The new take on Joss Whedon’s classic vampire series has been gaining momentum with many announcements related to casting, plot, and more. With news dropping regularly, let’s dive in and look at what is coming up in the Buffy reboot.

Sarah Michelle Gellar will reprise her role as Buffy Summers.

The actress permanently associated with the title role from the long-running WB/CW series that bore her character’s name is a prominent member of the reboot’s cast. In addition to serving as executive producer, Gellar will ensure the legacy of the original series is respected in the new iteration. Gellar took to Instagram and shared a post from the table read for the series, saying, “I have always listened to the fans and heard...

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The Pickup is a heist action comedy film directed by Tim Story from a screenplay co-written by Matt Mider and Kevin Burrows. The 2025 film follows two armored truck drivers with totally different personalities who get ambushed by ruthless criminals and forced to rob a casino. The Pickup stars Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson, Keke Palmer, Eva Longoria, Andrew Dice Clay, and Marshawn Lynch. So, if you loved the wild comedy, thrilling heist, and entertaining characters in The Pickup, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

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‎30 Minutes or Less is an action comedy film directed by Ruben Fleischer from a screenplay by Michael Diliberti. The 2011 film follows Nick Davis, a hapless pizza boy who is strapped with a bomb and told to rob a bank by two idiotic ne’er-do-wells.

South Park’s27th season is now in full swing following a two-year hiatus. The first episode of the season, albeit a controversial one, was the highest-rated season premiere for the raunchy animated series in more than 25 years.

With South Park topping the streaming charts, the series, which debuted on Comedy Central in 1997, is showing no sign of slowing down anytime soon. Per ComicBook.com, the show’s creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, have debunked a long-standing rumor that fans would ever see a fully live-action version of Stan, Cartman, Kyle, Kenny, and the rest of the South Park gang.

Although one would wonder how characters like Towelie, Mr. Hankey, and even Mr. Mackey would translate into live-action versions, Parker and Stone shut down the rumor of any type of full-length live-action version of South Park. At Comedy Central’s panel at San Diego Comic-Con, Parker and Stone were asked...

Although Jesse Metcalfe made his TV heartthrob debut on ABC‘s Desperate Housewives in 2004, he missed a chance to break out that year on HBO.

The actor recently recounted passing up on “auditioning for Adrian Grenier‘s role” as movie star Vincent Chase in the hit 6x Emmy-winning Doug Ellin series Entourage, which ran for eight seasons from 2004 to 2011 before culminating in a 2015 big screen offshoot.

“I had an audition for Entourage, and I read the pilot episode, and I was like, ‘This is stupid,’ and I didn’t go to the audition,” he admitted to People.

“Obviously, I had no idea what I was talking about,” added Metcalfe. “That ended up being an iconic show that I absolutely love, and definitely wish I was a part of.”

Entourage ultimately starred Grenier as Vinny, a newly-minted Hollywood star who migrates west from Queens, NY with his brother Drama (Kevin Dillon...

Original Buffy the Vampire Slayerstar Sarah Michelle Gellar gives fans a sneak peek at her workout routine alongside the next Slayer.

Gellar and incoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Ryan Kiera Armstrong can be seen hitting the gym with their trainer together in a video the former posted to Instagram on August 1. The behind-the-scenes video is accompanied by the simple caption, "We don't sweat... we sparkle," as well as the song "Scandal" by The Warrior (featuring Patty Smyth).

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Gellar portrayed Buffy Summers, aka the Slayer or the Chosen One, throughout the entirety of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's seven-season, 144-episode run. The series, created by Joss Whedon as a reimagining of his 1992 film of the same name, quickly found its footing with audiences upon its release in 1997. Alongside Gellar, Buffy the Vampire Slayer featured an ensemble cast including Alyson Hannigan as Willow Rosenberg,...

Sarah Michelle Gellar is getting ready to slay, and so is the new slayer — Ryan Kiera Armstrong.

The “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” actress, who is set to star in the series reboot, posted a video to her social media of the two training at a gym in preparation to take on the vampire-slaying roles. Gellar wrote, “Warrior 1 and 2 We don’t sweat … we sparkle.”

In the video, Gellar can be seen doing squats on a half exercise ball, doing Trx pulls and much more. And Armstrong is right by her side.

As previously announced, Armstrong was cast in a lead role in the pilot opposite returning star Gellar.

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Nora Zuckerman and Lila Zuckerman are attached to write, showrun, and executive produce. Chloé Zhao is attached to direct and executive produce under her Book of Shadows production banner. Gellar...

Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the iconic '90s-'00s supernatural show beloved of many millennials, is getting a reboot. The show has started casting already, and recently it added a new member to the lineup.

Deadline reports that Kingston Vernes will play a character named Carson in the show. He will serve as a love interest for the new Slayer, Ryan Kiera Armstrong's Nova. The outlet says that Carson is "a Junior Olympian and popular student at New Sunnydale Academy who is the object of Nova’s (Armstrong) crush and starts noticing her after a life-changing event."

Sarah Michelle Gellar will reprise her role as Buffy and executive produce the show. Starring alongside her, Armstrong and Vernes will be a variety of actors, both established and up-and-coming, and small snippets have been released about some of their characters as well. Faly Rakotohavana will play Hugo, a privileged but likable...

For our next screening event, Collider is partnering with Netflix for a very special opportunity to see Season 4 of the streamer’s Emmy-winning hit series Love, Death + Robotson the big screen. From creator, director, and executive producer Tim Miller (Deadpool), this critically acclaimed show highlights the breathtaking work of ambitious animators and consistently brings audiences fresh, original stories in bite-size anthology form. Now, in celebration of Season 4’s Emmy nominations for both Outstanding Animated Program and Outstanding Sound Editing for an Animated Program, we’re thrilled to invite our readers to experience six of the 10 shorts in Netflix’s Tudum Theater, where attendees will receive free popcorn and drinks. Following the screening, we’ll invite Miller and Series Supervising Director and “Spider Rose” director Jennifer Yuh Nelson on stage for an exclusive Q&a conversation. Afterwards, both creators will be available to sign posters, so don't leave before stopping by!

One of Family Guy’s biggest stars still regards the show’s resurrection from cancellation as a standout career moment, over 20 years later. Seth Green has voiced Chris Griffin in the cartoon sitcom since it began in 1999, as well as Griffin family neighbor Neil Goldman.

In conversation with ScreenRant’s Ash Crossan at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, the actor has recalled many people not even realizing he was in the show during its early years. Yet, while many of Family Guy’s main characters are voiced by creator Seth MacFarlane, Green’s performance as Chris Griffin has made him one of the sitcom’s most iconic voices.

Family Guy’s 24th season will soon be on the way, but the show was initially cancelled in 2002 after just three seasons. Seth Green remembers trying to get more eyes on the show, and being delighted that it was resurrected by Fox. Here’s...

Hulu comes strong for Halloween grabs each year, and as it turns out, 2025 isn’t going to be any different. Seth MacFarlane’s most provocative and unapologetic creation, Family Guy, is expanding its Hulu-exclusive lineup with two new holiday specials. It starts with a Halloween episode titled “A Little Fight Music,” premiering Monday, October 6 — the title for the second special is not yet unveiled. The specials will be separate from Family Guy Season 24, which will air in 2026.

As per Variety, the news comes after it was announced at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 on July 26. The Halloween episode features Brian and Stewie writing a Halloween hit due to the “shortage of quality Halloween songs,” while Peter and friends face dark consequences from faking trick-or-treating. This continues Hulu’s direct collaboration with 20th Television Animation, separate from the show’s traditional Fox broadcast schedule. It is also not Family Guy’s first exclusive for Hulu.

As Comic-Con 2025 drew to a close, Entertainment Weekly hosted its annual bash at Float, located within San Diego’s Hard Rock Hotel.

This closing night event, presented by Starz with beats by DJ Michelle Pesce, provided a vibrant atmosphere for the cast and crew of numerous film and television projects to relax and celebrate a successful convention.

Guests at the event included Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Rory Alexander, Jaz Sinclair, Graham McTavish, Aisha Tyler, Derek Luh, Reina Hardesty, Maddie Phillips, Tania Raymonde, Nathan Fillion & many more.

Family Guy is heading back into spooky territory this fall, and it’s doing so with a ninth Halloween-themed special that will premiere exclusively on Hulu. Announced during the show’s San Diego Comic-Con panel, the new Halloween episode — titled “A Little Fright Music” — will debut on Monday, October 6, marking the second year in a row the long-running animated series has produced a holiday special just for streaming. In “A Little Fright Music,” Brian and Stewie set out to write a Halloween hit after realizing there’s a severe lack of spooky bangers in the seasonal playlist. Meanwhile, Peter and the guys make the mistake of lying about trick-or-treating, which — in true Family Guy fashion — snowballs into deadly consequences. Whether it’s ghosts, goblins, or just Peter’s bad judgment, someone is definitely going to pay.

This installment follows 2024’s Hulu-exclusive Halloween special, which featured a killer twist: Stewie’s beloved teddy bear,...

“Family Guy” is set to premiere more exclusive specials for Hulu, in addition to the Fox episodes that it continues to stream. Meeting with fans Saturday at the San Diego Comic-Con, the “Family Guy” team revealed that new Halloween and other holiday editions of “Family Guy” were in the works for Hulu.

The new batch kicks off on Monday, Oct. 6, with a new Halloween “Family Guy” special set to run. It’s the first of two new exclusive episodes for Hulu. The news was shared during “Family Guy’s” Comic-Con panel, which featured stars Alex Borstein, Seth Green and Jennifer Tilly along with executive producers Alec Sulkin and Kara Vallow.

The Halloween special is dubbed “A Little Fight Music.” Here’s the logline: “Brian and Stewie realize there is a shortage of quality Halloween songs, so they set out to write a hit, and Peter and the guys discover that...

“Family Guy” Halloween and holiday specials are returning to Hulu, with the former set to premiere on Oct. 6.

The Halloween special, dubbed “A Little Fright Music,” will see Brian and Stewie set out to write a hit after realizing there’s a shortage of quality Halloween songs. Peter and the guys also discover that lying about trick or treating can have deadly consequences.

The latest pair of specials follow “Peter, Peter Pumpkin Cheater” and “Gift of a White Guy,” which premiered in October and November, respectively. Details and a premiere date for the holiday special will be revealed at a later date.

The animated comedy, which first premiered in 1999, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary last year.

Over the course of its run, the show has racked up numerous awards, including becoming the second animated series in television history to score an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series. Most recently,...

If you’ve ever wanted to watch Mr. Bean, a Monty Python legend, Seth Green, Whoopi Goldberg, and Smash Mouth all crash headfirst into a live-action cartoon – Rat Race should be right up your alley. And starting August 1, Jerry Zucker’s 2001 chaos-fueled ensemble comedy is making its way to Paramount+, where a new generation of streamers can marvel at the fact that this movie even exists. Loosely inspired by 1963’s It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, Rat Race opens with eccentric billionaire Donald Sinclair, played with unhinged glee by John Cleese, inviting a group of unsuspecting tourists at a Las Vegas casino to compete in a secret race. The rules are simple: There’s $2 million in a locker 700 miles away in Silver City, New Mexico. Whoever gets there first, keeps it. And as if that weren’t absurd enough, Sinclair’s fellow billionaires are gambling on the outcome.

The Ice Age franchise, worth billions of dollars, is over two decades old, having been in existence since the release of the first movie in 2002. Created by Michael J. Wilson, the franchise has faced its fair share of criticism over the years due to its scientific inaccuracies; however, it remains a favorite among lots of viewers who grew up with it and never miss the chance to revisit the adventures of the Herd. Luckily, a major streaming platform is providing fans with the opportunity to enjoy a few of the franchise’s productions starting next month, which will soon be the highlight of this summer for many, even though it’s unclear how long the icy treat will last.

Five productions in the Ice Age franchise will be available onHulu starting August 1, including the first four consecutive main installments, as well as a TV special. These include 2002's Ice Age,...

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Wednesday is a coming-of-age supernatural mystery thriller dark comedy-drama series co-created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. Based on the characters of the same name by Charles Addams, the Netflix series follows Wednesday Addams as she joins the school for outcasts and monsters and soon finds herself embroiled in a supernatural murder mystery. Wednesday stars Jenna Ortega, Gwendoline Christie, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, Hunter Doohan, Percy Hynes White, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Georgie Farmer, Naomi J. Ogawa, and Christina Ricci. So, if you loved the entertaining supernatural drama, thrilling mysteries, and compelling characters in Netflix’s Wednesday, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a teen supernatural dark fantasy drama series developed by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. Based on the Archie comic book series of...

The highly anticipated Buffy the Vampire Slayerrevival has majorly expanded its cast. The Hulu series has added five new cast members, including fan-favorites from the Frasier revival and CSI: Vegas.

Per Deadline, all five actors have been cast as series regulars in the new Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They join Ryan Kiera Armstrong, who was previously announced as new slayer Nova, and returning star Sarah Michelle Gellar -- reprising her role as Buffy Summers.

Faly Rakotohavana (Unprisoned), Ava Jean (Law & Order: Svu), Sara Bock (Severance), Daniel di Tomasso and Frasier star Jack Cutmore-Scott are all joining the Buffy the Vampire Slayer cast. Rakotohavana will portray Hugo, a likable high-school nerd who is far more privileged than his peers, while Jean will play "chronic do-gooder" Larkin. Bock will be taking on the role of Gracie, the effective leader of a group of devout, church-going high-schoolers.

Di Tomasso -- who recurred...

Seth Green shares a disappointing update about his involvement in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. Airing from 1997-2003, Buffy the Vampire Slayer became one of the most iconic shows of its era. Sarah Michelle Gellar is confirmed to reprise her role in the upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, alongside a new Slayer played by Ryan Kiera Armstrong. Hulu has a pilot order for the show, which will be written by Nora and Lila Zuckerman and directed by Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao.

Green played Daniel "Oz" Osbourne for several years of the series. A recurring guest star in season 2, Green would become a full cast member in season 3. Green left Buffy the Vampire Slayer early in season 4 to pursue other opportunities, and returned for two additional episodes, although one was just for a dream sequence.

In an interview with Comic Book Resources, Green reveals that he has not been contacted about returning as Oz.

Hulu’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot pilot is filling out its cast alongside previously announced stars Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Kiera Armstrong.

The new series regulars include Faly Rakotohavana as Hugo, Ava Jean as Larkin, Sarah Bock as Gracie, Daniel Di Tomasso as Abe and Jack Cutmore-Scott as Mr. Burke.

Rakotohavana previously starred in Unprisoned and Secret Society of Second Born Royals, while Jean has appeared in A Week Away and Law & Order: Svu. Bock is best known for starring in season two of Severance and Di Tomasso has appeared in Witches of East End and Major Crimes. Meanwhile, Cutmore-Scott is known for his roles in Oppenheimer and Frasier.

Rakotohavana is repped by Media Artists Group, The Esi Network and Katz Public Relations and Jean is repped by Thruline Entertainment, Evolve Artists Agency and Yorn Levine Barnes. Bock is repped by Kutalent Agency, Amplified and Hansen Jacobson while...

The “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” revival pilot at Hulu is rounding out its main cast.

Variety has learned that the pilot has added five series regulars to its cast alongside previously announced cast members Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Kiera Armstrong.

The new additions are: Faly Rakotohavana as Hugo, Ava Jean as Larkin, Sarah Bock (“Severance”) as Gracie, Daniel di Tomasso as Abe, and Jack Cutmore-Scott as Mr. Burke.

The pilot was first reported to be in the works back in February. Exact plot details are being kept under wraps, but sources previously said the pilot will focus on a new slayer (Armstrong) with Gellar returning as Buffy.

Rakotohavana is repped by Media Artists Group, The Esi Network, and Katz Public Relations. Jean is repped by Thruline Entertainment, Evolve Artists Agency, and Yorn Levine Barnes. Bock is repped by Kutalent Agency, Amplified, and Hansen Jacobson. Di Tomasso is repped by Authentic Talent & Literary Management.

Burbank, CA Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment invites fans to relive two decades of pop culture mayhem with the release of Robot Chicken: The Complete Series on DVD on October 7, 2025. For the first time ever, 228 episodes of the Emmy® Award-winning Adult Swim series, including iconic specials themed around DC, Star Wars, The Walking Dead, Archie Comics, Christmas, and more, will be available in one definitive collection.

This milestone release celebrates 20 years of the rapid-fire “channel flips” that propelled viewers through Robot Chicken’s twisted takes on nostalgia, pop culture, and everything in between. Fueled by old-school stop-motion animation and a crew of deeply disturbed toys, the quarter-hour show defined a generation of late-night animated sketch comedy.

Robot Chicken: The Complete Series marks the first time the full series will be released on DVD. The fll series is also available on digital now. With 228 episodes, fans can own the entire chaotic journey,...

Sarah Michelle Gellar is the gift that keeps on giving. 22 years after putting down her wooden stake at the end of Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 7's finale, which aired on May 20, 2003, she is almost back to Sunnydale.

Earlier this year, Gellar revealed she is making her return to Buffy, despite years of refusing to do so. She found the best way to bring the story back with her new partners — Nora and Lilla Zuckerman as the writers and showrunners, and Chloé Zhao as director. In a new photo on Instagram, Sarah Michelle Gellar confirmed the Buffy the Vampire Slayer sequel series is in pre-production.

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The post, captioned "Baby steps," shows a table sign with her name, Sarah Michelle Gellar Prinze, as Buffy Summers, confirming her return to her iconic character. The second slide teases a look at the script for the pilot.

As we await to celebrate 20 years of “Robot Chicken” with the upcoming “The Robot Chicken Self-Discovery Special,” TheWrap wants to turn back the clock to remember all the hilarious moments when “Robot Chicken” co-creator Seth Green, who famously voices “Family Guy” character Chris Griffin, took some heat from “Family Guy” creator Seth MacFarlane in the hit Fox series over the years.

A little friendly shade never hurt nobody, and for folks who are fans of both series, we were here for the crossover gags. And as much as “Family Guy” loved to take shots at the beloved Adult Swim series, let’s not act like we weren’t all staying up to watch those hilarious sketches.

From Peter and Chris Griffin’s battle over who had the better “Star Wars” parody to Stewie and Brian visiting the “Robot Chicken” universe, it truly couldn’t get any more meta than these hilarious disses below.

“Robot Chicken” is officially returning for its newest special “Robot Chicken: Self-Discovery Special” to celebrate its 20th anniversary. And of course, we’ve got all the details about when it hits TV screens.

When Seth Green and Matthew Senreich launched “Robot Chicken” on Adult Swim in 2005, it became an instant hit that fans stayed up late to watch. Between jokes targeting pop culture and Hollywood giants like Mario and Luigi and filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan, “Robot Chicken” has stood the test of time as an adult animated classic.

“Robot Chicken” is executive produced by Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, along with co-head writers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root. Green and Senreich also write, voice and direct the award-winning series. Stoopid Buddy Stoodios partners, John Harvatine IV and Eric Towner, also serve as executive producers.

Here’s everything you need to know about how, when and where to watch the new “Robot Chicken” special.

As we approach the premiere of Seth Green’s “Robot Chicken: Self-Discovery Special” to honor the animated adult stop-motion sketch comedy series’ 20th anniversary, we wanted to remember some of the show’s most iconic sketches.

When Seth Green launched “Robot Chicken” alongside Matthew Senreich on Adult Swim in 2005, it became an instant hit that fans stayed up late to watch. While some sketches may not hold up today due to some of the crude jokes, let’s just say “Robot Chicken” isn’t afraid to stretch the limits of comedy, no matter how dark the gags become.

Check out the best sketches we chose below.

“Jason Vorhees at Home”

In this quick sketch, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at Jason Voorhees’s life when he’s not out and about murdering people. He’s a normal guy who does his own laundry and enjoys a good puzzle every now and again.

The creators of Adult Swim’s landmark stop-motion comedy series Robot Chicken have revealed that its reality TV special got several writers hooked on the genre they were parodying. Seth Green and Matt Senreich inadvertently sent their show’s scriptwriters down some weird rabbit holes in search of inspiration for the special episode.

Screen Rant’s Grant Hermanns recently caught up with prolific voice actor Green and his creative partner, Senreich, for an exclusive interview, in anticipation of Robot Chicken’s upcoming Self-Discovery Special. The episode will premiere on Adult Swim at 11.30 Pm Et/Pt on Sunday, July 20.

During this interview, the series creators revealed that the episode draws extensively on Discovery Channel programming, including the network’s various survival reality TV shows. When asked how they came up with the list of reality shows they wanted Robot Chicken’s writers to parody, Green and Senreich responded with the following:...

The Family Guy series is no longer owned by Fox, but Disney Entertainment co-chair Dana Walden has indicated that there are no immediate plans to remove the comedy from the network. Still, sometimes plans change. With all of Fox's other animated comedies, could the network be the one to drop Family Guy instead? Will it be cancelled or renewed for season 24 and stay on Fox? Stay tuned.

An animated comedy series, Family Guy stars voice actors Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Mila Kunis, Seth Green, Patrick Warburton, and Arif Zahir. The series follows stereotypical sitcom dad Peter Griffin (MacFarlane). Overweight and kinda dim, Peter is close to his family but is also a heavy drinker. A piano teacher, wife Lois (Borstein) is a stay-at-home mother and usually ends up being the impatient voice of reason. An outcast at school,...

While speaking exclusively to Screen Rant, Seth Green shared an update on his potential involvement with Mass Effect 5. Green previously played Joker in the original Mass Effect trilogy, but details are scarce about the story and setting of the next game, so it's unclear what characters will be returning. We know at least one character is coming back, but according to Green, we will likely have to wait a bit longer to learn about Joker's fate.

The topic of Seth Green's potential Mass Effect return came up during an exclusive interview with Screen Rant. Green made it clear that, while he still has a lot of love for the role of Joker, there are currently no plans to bring him back. However, he did leave the door open for his return, saying that he would be willing to explore the character further if given the opportunity. Green's full comments can...

I Know What You Did Last Summer is back with a new entry. The 1997 original starred Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Ryan Phillippe.

The new legacy sequel brought back Hewitt and Prinze Jr., the only remaining survivors of the two installments. However, although Gellar refused to return, given that her character was killed in the first installment, she attended the new sequel's premiere to support her husband, Prinze Jr. Since Gellar had no interactions with Hewitt, the internet started speculating that the two had a feud, something Gellar clarified on her Instagram immediately.

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The Buffy the Vampire Slayer star shared a series of photos from the premiere, which she attended with a butterfly mini dress from Oscar de la Renta from its pre-fall 2025 collection. She shared pictures of herself and Prinze Jr. posing together,...

On Thursday July 17 2025, Fox broadcasts an episode of the series Family Guy!

Twain’s World Season 23 Episode 18 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Twain’s World,” promises to deliver the show’s signature blend of humor and absurdity. In this episode, Brian, the family’s intellectual dog, seeks to enhance his writing skills. He believes that bringing a literary giant like Mark Twain to the present day could provide him with valuable insights. With this ambitious goal in mind, Brian convinces Stewie, the clever and mischievous baby, to help him travel back in time.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will see Stewie and Brian embark on their time-traveling adventure. However, things take an unexpected turn when Twain arrives in the modern world. Instead of focusing on literature and writing, Twain finds himself distracted by the more risqué aspects of contemporary life. His overindulgence in pornography leads to...

“Twenty years in, and they’re still surprising us. Join a more mature ‘Robot Chicken’ on a journey of introspection.”

That’s how Adult Swim and HBO Max are teasing their upcoming “Robot Chicken” Self-Discovery Special in honor of the animated adult stop-motion sketch comedy series’ 20th anniversary. To celebrate, co-creator and star Seth Green got introspective with TheWrap, discussing everything from the show’s celebrity guest stars to how the formation of Wbd impacted their output.

“The special came about because Discovery Media bought Warner Bros. and all its subsidiaries, which trickled all the way down to Adult Swim. So there was a shift — not just in the volume of global workforce that were employed, but also the priorities of any of these smaller subsidiaries at the behest of these much larger companies,” Green told TheWrap. “All that to say, no one was green-lighting a new season of 20 quarter-hours.

The very concept of a parasite, an organism that feeds off of its host, provides fertile ground for horror. Parasite-based horror movies amplify the inherent revulsion of parasites, frequently exploiting our worst fears through skin-crawling body horror.

Whether it’s a reality-based organism like ticks or imagined nightmare fuel, parasites in horror movies find unnerving ways to distort and destroy the human body.

This week’s streaming picks are dedicated to some of horror’s most memorable movie parasites and the carnage they induce. Here’s where you can stream them this week.

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The Bay – Tubi

This nightmarish found footage movie sees a seaside town under siege from an unknown virulent threat. First comes a gnarly rash, then vomiting, then a violent, disturbing death. Eventually, researchers discover it’s a parasitic ocean isopod that’s mutated to an abnormally large size...

Adult Swim is gearing up for a major return to San Diego Comic-Con (Sdcc) 2025, bringing fans a treasure trove of live events, sneak peeks, and immersive experiences. Anchoring the festivities is an outdoor fan activation dubbed the “Pirate Purrrty on the Green”—a feline-forward twist on last year’s pirate-themed installation outside the San Diego Convention Center.

“Continuing our long tradition of being on the green at Sdcc, last year we introduced a pirate ship motif because we’ve always viewed ourselves as media pirates,” said Adult Swim President Michael Ouweleen. “We’ve also always used cats in our iconography… so this year, it’s cats and pirates. Expect owls next year.”

Outdoor Fan Activation: Pirate Purrrty on the Green

Open Thursday through Saturday (1–7 p.m.), the activation promises an all-out sensory experience for fans—no badge required. Located at 5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, this year’s themed event includes photo ops,...

Walton Goggins and Ron Funches have signed on to the animated film Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture.The 53-year-old actor and the Inside Out 2 star, 42, have boarded director Michael Skolnick’s upcoming sci-fi comedy alongside Chris Parnell and Shondrella Avery.Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture - which is currently in production - takes place in 1962, where fallout from atomic weapons testing has brought an unexpected new lifeform into the world - mutant mid-century furniture.At the heart of the story is Harry, a 10-year-old boy struggling with loss, who finds unlikely allies in a wise old recliner and a spirited ottoman. Together, they must protect their fellow furniture creatures from the ruthless ambitions of General Frank Holtzman, a military leader determined to wipe them out.Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture will also star Stephanie Beatriz, Tim Meadows, Andy Richter, Matt Walsh, Seth Green, Pamela Adlon, Lou Ferrigno and Clare Grant.

On Thursday July 10 2025, Fox broadcasts an episode of the series Family Guy!

Karenheit 451 Season 23 Episode 17 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Karenheit 451,” promises to be a thought-provoking and humorous take on a controversial topic. Set to air on Fox, this episode centers around Lois Griffin as she steps into the role of a leader for a group of mothers who are determined to ban certain books from schools. The title itself is a clever nod to the classic novel “Fahrenheit 451,” which dealt with themes of censorship and the importance of literature.

In this episode, Lois finds herself caught in a whirlwind of opinions and emotions as she navigates the challenges of leading the group. The other mothers, each with their own reasons for wanting to remove specific books, bring a mix of comedy and conflict to the storyline. This dynamic creates an interesting backdrop for Lois...

Family Guy fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 23 Episode 18 episode titled Twain’s World!

Find out everything you need to know about the Twain’s World episode of Family Guy, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Family Guy Twain’s World Season 23 Episode 18 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Twain’s World,” promises to deliver the show’s signature blend of humor and absurdity. Set to air on Fox at 9:00 Pm on July 17, 2025, this episode finds Brian in a creative slump and desperate for inspiration. In a bid to enhance his writing skills, he persuades Stewie to embark on an ambitious time-travel mission to bring the legendary author Mark Twain into the modern world.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will witness the comedic chaos that ensues when Twain, portrayed with his characteristic wit and charm,...

Walton Goggins has a radioactive new role to look forward to, and it's not Fallout Season 2. According to Deadline, the beloved actor is one of several new additions to the upcoming animated film, Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture, which is currently in production from director, co-writer, and producer Michael Skolnick. He's joined on the bizarre nuclear sci-fi comedy by fellow newcomers Ron Funches, Chris Parnell, and Shondrella Avery, all of whom will unite with the previously announced star-studded ensemble of Stephanie Beatriz, Tim Meadows, Andy Richter, Matt Walsh, Seth Green, Pamela Adlon, Lou Ferrigno, and Clare Grant.

Set in an alternate history 1962, Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture takes place in a world where, instead of Radroaches and Deathclaws, atomic weapons testing has led to the accidental creation of living, breathing, mid-century furniture. Caught in the middle of this world is Harry, a grieving 10-year-old boy who believes his...

Exclusive: Walton Goggins (The White Lotus), Ron Funches (Inside Out 2), Chris Parnell (Rick and Morty), and Shondrella Avery (Napoleon Dynamite) have joined Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture, a new animated feature from director, co-writer and producer Michael Skolnick (The Gilksmans).

Currently in production, the sci-fi comedy takes us back to 1962, in a world where radiation from atomic weapons testing has awakened an unlikely new species: mid-century furniture. Harry, a grieving 10-year-old boy, must join forces with a wise old recliner and a feisty ottoman to save their furniture friends from the destructive plans of a power-hungry Army General Frank Holtzman.

As previously announced, the cast also will include Stephanie Beatriz, Tim Meadows, Andy Richter, Matt Walsh, Seth Green, Pamela Adlon, Lou Ferrigno and Clare Grant. Co-written and produced by Skolnick, Keegan Cotton, Jordan Lewandowski and Seth Morton, the film was cast by Riley Hamilton. Worldwide distribution rights are available.

Coming off of The Righteous Gemstones and a much-discussed turn on The White Lotus — both series for HBO — Goggins stars as Cooper Howard aka The Ghoul in Prime Video’s Fallout and is repped by Darris Hatch Management and CAA.

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An actor and comedian who’s worked on projects including Loot and Inside Out 2, Funches is repped by Truhett Management, CAA, and Cohen & Gardner.

Parnell is an SNL alum who stars in the adult animated series Rick and Morty and is repped by Rise Management and Buchwald.

Known for turns in the likes of Napoleon Dynamite, The Secret Life of Bees and Thelma the Unicorn, Avery is repped by Arlene Thornton & Associates.

The original It television miniseries is taking over the global streaming charts ahead of the release of It: Welcome to Derry.

Per FlixPatrol, 1990's It has reached the number five spot on the top streaming series chart for HBO Max for July 9. The classic horror miniseries has blown past other hit shows such as the recently released Duster or Bahar, while quickly gaining momentum from stiffer competition, including The Gilded Age and Rick and Morty, the latter two of which currently hold the number three and number one spots respectively.

Released on ABC back on November 18 and 20 of 1990, the two-part It television miniseries was based on original author Stephen King's iconic 1986 novel of the same name. The series starred Richard Thomas, Annette O'Toole, Harry Anderson, Dennis Christopher, Tim Reid, Richard Masur, and John Ritter as the adult members of the film's Losers Club, who take it upon themselves to...

In the upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Twain’s World,” fans can expect a wild ride through time and humor. The episode, airing at 9:00 Pm on Thursday, July 17, 2025, promises to blend classic literature with the show’s signature irreverent style. Brian, always looking for ways to enhance his writing, hatches a plan to bring the legendary author Mark Twain into the modern world.

Stewie, ever the eager accomplice, agrees to help Brian with this ambitious time-traveling scheme. However, things take a hilarious turn when Twain’s visit goes off the rails. Instead of focusing on his literary genius, Twain finds himself distracted by the more scandalous aspects of modern life, particularly pornography. The comedic chaos that ensues is sure to entertain, as the characters navigate the clash between Twain’s 19th-century morals and today’s more liberated views.

With the unique blend of historical figures and contemporary humor,...

Mark Wahlberg's Flight Risk recently began streaming on Starz, but another of his iconic action flicks has returned to streaming glory alongside the recent Mel Gibson-directed thriller. Wahlberg stars alongside Michael Peña in Shooter, a 2007 conspiracy thriller that follows an expert marksman living in exile who is called back into his old life after being double-crossed. Shooter is currently streaming on Paramount+, the service it has called home for several years now, and it’s clawed back into the top 10 nearly 20 years later, sitting at #10 at the time of writing. The film grossed only $95 million at the box office, against a $61 million budget, failing to reach its break-even point. It also earned divisive scores of 47% from critics but 80% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.

During a 2013 interview with Hollywood.com, Wahlberg spoke about the political overtones in Shooter, even expressing hope that it will "inspire people to want to go...

On Friday July 4 2025, Fox broadcasts an episode of the series Family Guy!

Row v. Wade Season 23 Episode 16 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Row v. Wade,” promises to deliver a mix of humor and social commentary. In this episode, Brian finds himself in a surprising situation after winning a boat on the classic game show “The Price is Right.” Excited about his new prize, he decides to embark on an adventure that takes him all the way to Texas.

Brian’s journey is not just about sailing. He aims to help women seeking legal abortions in a state where access to these services has become a contentious issue. This storyline is likely to spark conversations, as “Family Guy” often tackles current events with its signature satirical approach. Viewers can expect a blend of comedy and serious themes, as Brian navigates the challenges of his mission.

As the episode unfolds,...

Not long after it premiered, the 1990 ABC miniseries It became a cultural touchstone. Some discovered the property when it aired, while others came across it later via home video. The two-part presentation chilled us to our core, leaving many of us terrified of clowns for years to come. When a presentation resonates like that, it’s particularly compelling to get the chance to take a deep dive into the creative process and the cultural impact. As it happens, there is a documentary called Pennywise: The Story of It that offers viewers the chance to go behind the scenes of the production and learn about the project from those who lived it. Oh, and did we mention that the film, which is a Screambox original presentation, is available to stream on Tubi?

John Campopiano and Christopher Griffiths co-directed this project, and each also takes a producer credit. The film features interviews...

Family Guy fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 23 Episode 17 episode titled Karenheit 451!

Find out everything you need to know about the Karenheit 451 episode of Family Guy, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Family Guy Karenheit 451 Season 23 Episode 17 Preview

“Family Guy” is gearing up for a provocative new episode titled “Karenheit 451,” set to air on Fox at 9:00 Pm on July 10, 2025. This episode promises to deliver the show’s signature blend of humor and social commentary as it dives into the controversial topic of book banning in schools.

In “Karenheit 451,” Lois Griffin finds herself at the forefront of a movement led by a group of mothers determined to remove certain books from school curriculums. As Lois embraces her role as a leader, viewers can expect to see her navigate the complexities of parental influence, censorship, and...

In the upcoming episode of “Family Guy,” titled “Karenheit 451,” viewers can expect a wild ride filled with the show’s signature humor and social commentary. This episode, airing at 9:00 Pm on Thursday, July 10, 2025, on Fox, dives into the world of censorship and parental control in schools. Lois Griffin takes center stage as she steps into the role of a leader for a group of mothers determined to ban certain books from the school curriculum.

As Lois rallies her fellow moms, the episode promises plenty of comedic moments and absurd situations. The challenges of balancing education and parental concerns will be explored, showcasing the lengths some will go to protect their children from ideas they find troubling. Fans of the show can look forward to classic “Family Guy” antics, including cutaway gags and unexpected twists that keep the laughter coming.

With its sharp wit and clever storytelling, “Karenheit 451” is sure...

Howard the Duck made his MCU debut in 2014's Guardians of the Galaxy, making a surprise appearance in the movie's post-credits scene. Seth Green lent his voice to the fan favourite fowl and reprised his role in the sequels and Marvel Animation's What If...?.

Eagle-eyed fans also spotted Howard on the battlefield during the final stand against Thanos in Avengers: Endgame. Despite that, Green isn't counting his eggs before they hatch when it comes to a possible Avengers: Doomsday role.

Talking to The Direct, the Family Guy star confirmed he hasn't heard anything about a possible return as Howard in live-action. "No, nothing of any substance," he said. "I love [playing the character]. It's one of my greatest privileges. You don't even know, man, how much this means to have done it in all the ways that I have. It's awesome."

Pushed on whether an Avengers: Doomsday cameo is a possibility, Green replied,...

When it comes to maligned Marvel characters, there are few that have had as rough a ride as Howard the Duck. Although his first on-screen appearance in 1986 has grown to be a true cult classic – and rightly so – the movie starring Ed Gale, Lea Thompson, Tim Robbins and Jeffrey Jones almost killed off the idea of anyone making another superhero movie on its release. However, the character has found a little redemption by way of several fleeting appearances in James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies and Marvel’s What If…?, but will he be back for a stint in Avengers: Doomsday?

In a new interview with The Direct, current Howard voice actor Seth Green revealed whether he will be lending his vocal cords to the iconic fowl again soon. However, for fans of Howard, it doesn’t sound like a very positive update. Green said of a possible...

Avengers: Doomsdayhas a stacked cast full of returning Marvel Cinematic Universe favorites. But one Guardians of the Galaxy actor won't be popping up among the X-Men and the Fantastic Four.

Seth Green, who played Howard the Duck in the first two Guardians of the Galaxy movies, has denied rumors he will appear in the MCU again. Asked by The Direct if he'd heard anything about returning as Howard, Green replied, "No, nothing of any substance...I love [playing the character]. It's one of my greatest privileges. You don't even know, man, how much this means to have done it in all the ways that I have. It's awesome."

When asked directly about reprising his role as Howard the Duck in Avengers: Doomsday, Green answered, "I'm pretty sure I would have heard earlier that that was gonna happen. Nobody gave me a tip sheet or teed me up with talking points... So no, I...

One Guardians of the Galaxy voice actor, isn't counting on returning for Marvel's next big crossover event. Marvel Studios has revealed almost 30 characters returning for Avengers Doomsday, but has yet to show off any of James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy returning for the next Avengers outing. 

While promoting his new film, The Floaters, Seth Green shut down talks of his Marvel character, Howard the Duck, appearing in Avengers: Doomsday. With James Gunn running DC Studios now as well, the Howard The Duck's future in the MCU seems bleak. 

In an exclusive interview with The Direct, Guardians of the Galaxy star Seth Green admitted they have "no confidence" in being included in Avengers: Doomsday.

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