Weekly Rewind: Crowdfunding astronauts, flying cars, self-cleaning toilets
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top tech stories.
Netflix seeks to use Mark Millar’s new comics as previews of new shows and movies
Interested in seeing what Netflix has in store for the future? The works of Mark Millar may hold the keys to the next Stranger Things.
Disney is starting its own streaming service, pulling content from Netflix
CEO Bog Iger announced that some of Disney's most prized properties will leave Netflix to live on the cheaper Disney streaming platform.
Best new shows and movies to stream: ‘Taboo’ season 1, ‘Lego Batman Movie,’ more
Need something to watch this weekend? Check out our list of the best new shows and movies to stream this week.
Ball ’til you fall (asleep) with ESPN Plus, a stand-alone streaming service
Sports buff? Get ready, because ESPN is getting an on-demand streaming service -- ESPN Plus -- which Disney plans on launching in early 2018.
Violent knockoff kids cartoons have YouTube strengthening review process
YouTube Kids is getting stricter policy reviews with a mix of software and human review teams launching in the next few weeks.
Between the Streams: New Star Wars trilogy bonanza, choose-your-own-adventure TV
This week on Between the Streams: Rian Johnson's brandnew Star Wars trilogy. We'll also discuss Universal's monster troubles and much more.
Louis C.K.’s film, Netflix special scrapped after sexual misconduct allegations
Comedian and actor Louis C.K.'s new movie and upcoming comedy special have been scrapped in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations.
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘The Shape of Water’ gets a creepy new trailer
Fox Searchlight has released a new trailer for The Shape of Water, Guillermo del Toro's next dark fantasy film.
Disney preps new Rian Johnson-helmed Star Wars trilogy, new live-action series
Disney has tapped "The Last Jedi" director Rian Johnson to develop a new Star Wars trilogy, and reports are a TV series is on the way, too.
For those long trips, Amazon FreeTime lets you watch videos without Wi-Fi
Amazon FreeTime has a new feature called Offline Mode. You'll now be able to download and watch videos even when disconnected from Wi-Fi.
Hulu gives you the binge-watch option you’ve been needing on the Switch
Hulu is now available on the Nintendo Switch, making it the first streaming service to be available on Nintendo's newest console.
Viewers control how the story unfolds in Steven Soderbergh’s app-based ‘Mosaic’
Steven Soderbergh's new project is the murder-mystery series Mosaic, which gives viewers control of how the story unfolds.
‘Star Trek: Discovery’: Everything we know about the new TV series
The 'Star Trek: Discovery' series has finally launched, and here's everything we know about the new show so far.
He tackled Kong and T. rex, now he’s taking on Metal Gear’s Solid Snake
Jurassic World and Kong: Skull Island writer Derek Connolly has been hired to pen the script for the Metal Gear Solid movie.
Kanye West may take on Spotify, Netflix, and TV with new streaming service
Kanye West representatives filed to trademark a Yeezy Sound service which will stream music, cable television, video, and more.
Ridley Scott reshooting ‘All the Money in the World’ to replace Kevin Spacey
Ridley Scott's film All the Money in the World will reshoot scenes to replace Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer.
We’re all wizards now — ‘Pokémon Go’ developer sets its sights on Harry Potter
Pokémon Go developer Niantic announced its follow-up Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, an AR game set in J.K. Rowling's wizarding world.
Drake and chill — ‘Hotline Bling’ rapper has plans for Netflix and Apple
Drake revealed his plans of working on multiple film and TV projects for Netflix and Apple in a recent interview.
Streep, Hanks take on Nixon’s White House in trailer for Spielberg’s ‘The Post’
Steven Spielberg puts Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep in the heart of The Pentagon Papers drama in the first trailer for The Post.
Universal’s monster-themed Dark Universe might be dead after its architects quit
Universal Pictures' cinematic Dark Universe based on classic monsters might be dead after producers depart the franchise.
‘Perfect Stranger Things’ might be the weirdest ’80s mash-up ever
Jimmy Kimmel's Perfect Stranger Things skit brings together Perfect Strangers and Stranger Things in a weird, wonderful way.
Who makes the best 4K streamer? Apple, Roku, Amazon, and more square off
We compare the Roku Streaming Stick +, Fire TV, Nvidia Shield, Apple TV, and Chromecast Ultra to find the best of the best 4K streamer.
Netflix members, beware: Don’t get tricked by the latest email scam
With more than 100 million users, Netflix is an attractive target for email scammers. Another one has just shown up, so take care.
We couldn’t find Barb, but we did find this ‘Stranger Things’ merchandise
Whether you've been on the bandwagon since the beginning or are just now hopping on, this Stranger Things merchandise will help you geek out.
‘Thor: Ragnarok’ smashes records with huge weekend box office
Marvel continued its streak of success with a $121 million debut to win the weekend box office and set more records.
‘Stranger Things’ season 2 has arrived! Here’s everything we know
'Stranger Things' is back for a second season on Netflix, so here is everything we know about the popular show's return.
Best new shows and movies to stream: ‘Get Out,’ ‘1922,’ ‘Alias Grace,’ and more
Need something to watch this weekend? Check out our list of the best new shows and movies to stream on HBO, Netflix, and more.
Between the Streams: Thor’s epic triumph, Beyoncé the lion, Star Wars trailer
This week: Thor: Ragnarok mini-review, a Superman prequel series from FX, The Lion King live-action reboot (why?), American Vandal season 2.
Escorts, filmmaking, and ‘Stranger Things’ secrets with actress Amy Seimetz
Stranger Things 2 actress Amy Seimetz provides insight into the making of Stranger Things 2, and her Starz drama The Girlfriend Experience.
Weekly Rewind: Humanoid robots, the best ski gloves, our take on the iPhone X
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of this week's top tech stories.
‘Thor: Ragnarok’ finally gives Marvel’s god of thunder the movie he deserves
Director Taika Waititi finally gives Marvel's god of thunder the movie he deserves with the exciting, hilarious Thor: Ragnarok.
Disney’s live-action version of ‘The Lion King’ adds Beyonce to its big-name cast
Disney has announced the cast of its upcoming live-action version of The Lion King, and it will star Beyonce and Donald Glover.
From Hulk to Loki, here’s everything we know about Marvel’s ‘Thor: Ragnarok’
Chris Hemsworth returns as the god of thunder in Thor: Ragnarok, so here's everything we know about the Marvel Studios project so far.
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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.