Robert Downey Jr. embraces his inner Tony Stark to save the world for real
At Amazon’s Re:Mars conference, Avengers star Robert Downey Jr. pulled a move from his old Iron Man playbook and unveiled the Footprint Coalition, a new organization set to launch in 2020 that's devoted to solving climate change and combating pollution using robotics and artificial intelligence.
Apple TV’s first original series is Man in the High Castle meets First Man
Apple gave a peek at its first original series, For All Mankind, during the June 3 keynote presentation for the Worldwide Developer Conference. The series is created by Battlestar Galactica's Ronald D. Moore, and explores an alternate history in which the space race never ended.
Avengers: Endgame directors will create Netflix’s Magic: The Gathering series
Popular collectible card game Magic: The Gathering will be the inspiration for an animated series coming to Netflix, with Avengers: Endgame filmmakers Joe and Anthony Russo overseeing development of the animated adaptation. There's no word on when the series will premiere on the streaming service.
How a former ILM designer now creates in 3D with just a laptop
In what was one of the most riveting demos at Computex this year, we met Colie Hertz, a former ILM designer. He demonstrated just how much his process has changed over the years, which now includes designing in 3D using VR and just a single laptop.
Dragons, fire, and giants: Behind the visual effects of Game of Thrones season 8
Game of Thrones' eighth season brought the hit show's award-winning run to a dramatic end. We spoke to visual effects studio Weta Digital about bringing some of season 8's most memorable moments to the screen, from midair dragon battles to an ill-fated, fiery charge into the night.
How I learned to stop worrying and love Robert Pattinson as Batman
DC Comics' Dark Knight has a new face, with actor Robert Pattinson taking on the mantle of Batman in Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming movie directed by Matt Reeves. Before you get on board the hate train, here's why the idea of the Twilight actor playing Batman isn't all that bad (and could be great).
HBO’s hit comedy Silicon Valley will end after a seven-episode sixth season
Following a production delay on the upcoming season of the award-winning comedy series Silicon Valley — blame HBO's other hit comedy, Barry, for the long wait — executive producers Alec Berg and Mike Judge have announced that the next season of their tech-industry satire will be the show's last.
Between the Streams podcast
Today, on our very last Between the Streams podcast, we'll talk about our new show on Digital Trends Live (every Friday at 10:20 a.m. PT), as well as everything from our first look at Cowboy Rambo and the new Dark Crystal series, to Pattinson Batman and our absolute adoration for What We Do in the Shadows.
Tell Amazon Fire TV Recast which show to record and it does the rest
Amazon's Fire TV Recast, its over-the-air HD receiver and DVR, has been given some new skills: Expanded recording capacity via external hard drives and the option to record your shows on multiple networks, instead of just one -- a handy feature when some channels have clearer reception than others.
Netflix channels Jim Henson’s magic in Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance trailer
Netflix has released the first trailer for The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Set years before the events of 1982's The Dark Crystal, the new series follows a trio of Gelflings who discover a dark secret and attempt to spark a rebellion. The series will debut on the streaming service August 30.
How mushrooms and werewolves shaped Captain Marvel’s coolest visual effects
Marvel Studios brought Captain Marvel to the big screen in a big way in March, and the cosmic hero's first solo adventure was packed with memorable moments brought to life through the magic of visual effects. We spoke to two of the studios that created some of the film's signature effects.
Jessica Jones season 3 teaser puts an end date on Netflix’s Defenders
The third season of Jessica Jones has a release date and a brief teaser trailer, but it's not all good news: After Jessica Jones season 3, Netflix's Marvel shows are finished, as Disney brings its biggest franchises in-house in anticipation of its own streaming service, Disney Plus.
Get schwifty and snag this Rick and Morty-themed pocket synth before it’s gone
Pocket synthesizer manufacture Teenage Engineering announced a special new collaboration with Rick and Morty that allows you to play with custom-made samples from the popular animated series. Called the PO-137, the limited edition device will be available for purchase in July and will likely sell out quickly.
From Ted to John Wick, these are Keanu Reeves’ best roles
From assassins (the John Wick films) to computer hackers (Johnny Mnemonic), football players (The Replacements), and metalhead teens (the Bill & Ted movies), here is a ranking of Keanu Reeves' best film roles throughout his illustrious, decades-long career in Hollywood.
Knights of the Old Republic: Can Star Wars make a watchable video game movie?
Disney is developing a trilogy based on Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, one of the very best Star Wars video games of all time, but even the Jedi and all of their forces are going to have trouble overcoming the long, disappointing history of subpar game-to-movie adaptations.
Here’s how to watch the Stanley Cup finals online
Will the St. Louis Blues win their first-ever game in the Stanley Cup NHL finals? Will the Bruins join their counterparts, the Patriots and the Red Sox, and take another trophy home to Boston? Whether you have cable or not, here's how to watch every fast and furious second of the Stanley Cup online.
Game of Thrones revisited: 7 storylines set in motion in season 1
While the internet has been awash in critics complaining about the odd turns in the final moments of Game of Thrones, for many events, the writing was on the wall. If you paid close attention in the first season, you'll realize that many arcs were seeded all the way from the beginning.
Robert Downey Jr.’s best roles, from Chaplin to Sherlock Holmes
The highlights of A-list actor Robert Downey Jr.'s career include more than just Iron Man and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From Sherlock Holmes to Charlie Chaplin, here's a ranking of the best roles from his illustrious career, including on the big and small screens.
Game of Thrones’ failure shows why Avengers: Endgame was so magnificent
In the span of just a few weeks, we saw two of the most adored franchises of our time reach a concluding chapter. But while Avengers: Endgame was a triumph, Game of Thrones’ final days was dissatisfying. There’s good reason why these two beloved stories came to such utterly different conclusions.
Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: Everything we know so far
Quentin Tarantino's ninth feature film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, uses the infamous 1969 Manson Family murders as a backdrop for a story set in bohemian Los Angeles.The film has some big names attached, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie. Here's everything we know so far.
Vizio’s new TVs and soundbars go on sale today. Here’s where and for how much
Vizio announced pricing and specs for all of its latest TV and soundbar models, offering a wide range of awesome choices for your home theater upgrade, especially with upcoming support for Apple Airplay 2 and HomeKit coming to its SmartCast 3.0 smart TV platform.
Coffee cups and plot holes: Game of Thrones got lazy as it raced to the finish
In its final seasons, Game of Thrones was afflicted by pacing issues, nonsensical character developments, and a few out-of-place beverage containers. As the show raced to hit all its important moments in a sparse 13 episodes, it felt like a student forced to attend a class they're already set to pass.
PlayStation Productions is taking inspiration from Disney’s Marvel films
The PlayStation gaming division is teaming with Sony Pictures for PlayStation Productions, a studio dedicated to bringing the gaming properties to film and television. The new studio has been in the works for at least two years and is aiming to model things after Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Now that Game of Thrones is over, which fan theories came true?
We finally know who won the Game of Thrones, but fans had all kinds of predictions going into the finale, many of which were more interesting than what actually happened. Here's our list of the fan theories that came true, the ones that didn't, and the ones we're still not sure about.
The Iron Throne deserved better: Who should have been ruler of Westeros
A look at some of the people who could have been the best King or Queen to sit on the Iron Throne in Game of Thrones, and what they would have brought — and in one case, will bring — to their kingdom, given the opportunity.
Now that Game of Thrones is over, here’s what GoT fans should watch next
Now that HBO brought its hit series Game of Thrones to a conclusion, audiences are going to have a Westeros-sized space open up in their regular viewing schedule. These series -- some available now, some upcoming -- will go a long way toward filling that void in your television world.
That Game of Thrones re-do petition is more embarrassing than any coffee cup
A Game of Thrones fan petition to remake the show's eighth and final season with just one episode to go is not just silly -- it's a misunderstanding of the relationship between shows and their audience, and a nearly impossible demand to make of the network and the series' cast.
Digital Trends Live: Huawei takes a hit, Disney’s dominance, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories of the day, including the US declaring a national emergency that effectively bans Huawei, Comcast sells its Hulu shares to Disney, the new Playstation’s $500 price tag prediction, flying taxis, and more.
Dorne, Bran, and more: The loose ends we’d like to see Game of Thrones tie up
As Game of Thrones approaches its finale, there are more than a few characters and stories that seem to have fallen by the wayside. With the anticipation building, we look at some of the loose ends we really hope the show will tie up, even if the chances are slim. Who is the new Dornish prince, anyway?
The Mad Queen rules over ashes in Game of Thrones’ final episode photos
The final chapter in the Game of Thrones saga airs this weekend, and HBO released a trailer and photos for the record-breaking, award-winning series' sixth and final episode. With a new ruler on the Iron Throne and a city in ashes, what does the final episode have in store for fans?
The Black Mirror season 5 trailer plays things a little too safe
Black Mirror returns to Netflix for a three-episode fifth season this June with a trio of stories starring A-listers like Miley Cyrus and Anthony Mackie, but longtime fans of Charlie Brooker's sci-fi dystopian anthology might find its tales of technology gone bad a little too familiar.
Amazon offers Prime members hottest deals ever on Fire TV Stick, Stick 4K, Cube
Amazon's Fire TV line of streaming media devices are some of the best around, and are also among the company's most popular products. Right now, Amazon Prime members can enjoy exclusive offers for the lowest prices ever on the Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, and Fire TV Cube.
4K movies get downgraded to regular HD on iTunes — and no one knows why
Harry Potter, The Matrix, X-Men, and a number of other blockbuster films that normally stream at 4K resolutions on iTunes are currently playing in 1080p HD only. There are still ways to watch your favorite movies in Ultra HD on the Apple TV 4K -- if you know where to look.
These unlocked ROKit smartphones offer 3D video on the go for under $200
Stereoscopic 3D displays have finally come to smartphones: The ROKit Io Android phones, now available from Walmart, are unique mobile devices that offer full 3D video capabilities. They're surprisingly affordable, too, at just $200 to $300.
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Jason is a writer, editor, and pop culture enthusiast whose love for cinema, television, and cheap comic books has led him to work in the entertainment industry. A proud graduate of both Whitman College (Adam West’s alma mater!) and Syracuse University, he has worked at Marvel Entertainment, DC Comics, Warner Bros., and Screen Rant. At Digital Trends, he covers all things film and television, from ranking Alfred Hitchcock’s best films to examining the everlasting neuroses of Larry David. When he’s not obsessing over the latest Marvel Studios trailer, you can find him either working or surfing the web looking for the perfect fudge brownie recipe.