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Part of the movie poster from the science fantasy movie Krull (1983). From left to right: a beautiful princess with curly red hair, a prince with floppy blond hair beard and moustache wearing black gloves and holding up two small knives in an X, and on the far right is the prince and princess running away from a giant dome with lots of oval windows. Each image is separated by an arm of a giant glaive – a 5-pointed star-shaped weapon with curved blades at each point.

'Krull': the science fantasy of 'Star Wars' without the magic

By Richard Edwards published

Forty years on, "Krull" remains a flawed – but intriguing – effort to cash in on George Lucas's galaxy far, far away.

Still from a Terminator movie. A close up of a metal skull with piercing red eyes and teeth. In the background you can see a horde of metal skeletons firing big guns.

The Terminator franchise should take a break from the big screen in order to evolve

By Fran Ruiz published

The Terminator will surely be back soon, but maybe the long-running sci-fi franchise should avoid cinemas for a while and evolve somewhere else.

A man in gray work coveralls embellished with a 'Helios' logo is pushing a metal cart down an industrial-looking corridor.

'For All Mankind' season 4 episode 3 review: A Cold War thriller set in the 21st century

By Richard Edwards published

Communism and capitalism collide, as Margo is trapped in the midst of a Soviet coup and Miles finds a lucrative new side hustle.

Still from the movie ' Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' (2024). A chimpanzee with a falcon perched on his arm.

Everything we know about 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'

By Fran Ruiz published

Caesar is gone, but ape civilizations are emerging in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.' Here's everything we know about this new start for the movie series.

a man in grey work coveralls stares forlornly into the distance

'For All Mankind' season 4 episode 2 review: A brilliant exploration of the haves and have-nots on Mars

By Richard Edwards published

Season 4 finds its groove with a story about divisions on the Happy Valley base — and the importance of a fast internet connection.

Masters of the Universe: Revolution

Netflix's 'Masters of the Universe' becomes a cartoon space opera in 2024 with William Shatner and Mark Hamill (video)

By Jeff Spry published

Watch this epic new trailer for Netflix's animated space opera "Masters of the Universe: Revolution" coming in January 2024.

a group of people in futuristic clothing pose menacingly for a portrait

Watch the epic new trailer for Netflix's upcoming sci-fi film 'Rebel Moon' (video)

By Jeff Spry published

Netflix releases a new trailer and poster for Zack Snyder's highly anticipated sci-fi film "Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child of Fire."

Close up image of Predator, a terrifying hunter humanoid-like alien with dark dreadlocks and sharp claws. They are holding a long spear and wearing armor, spikey shoulder pads and a helmet. They are standing on a street lined with tall buildings.

The Predator franchise is due for a big comeback following the success of 'Prey'

By Fran Ruiz published

The last Predator movie, Prey, was a hit last year on Hulu and Disney Plus. However, the legendary sci-fi IP isn't getting the same attention as Alien.

Still from the T.V. show For All Mankind (season 4, episode 1). Silhouette of an astronaut miner holding a pick axe whilst standing on a large rock. Above them is the show title "For All Mankind" with a teaser line above that which reads "A new gold rush begins." At the very top is the Apple TV+ logo.

'For All Mankind' season 4 episode 1 review: Lots of moving parts but light on plot

By Richard Edwards published

Apple TV Plus's alternative history of the space race blasts off for the 21st century and an audacious mission to capture an asteroid.

Image from the Marvel T.V. show Loki, season 2 episode 6. Close up of a man with dark slicked back hair who looks sad but determinedly into the distance. He is wearing a dark jacket, light shirt and black tie.

'Loki' season 2 episode 6 review: Finding a glorious purpose

By Fran Ruiz published

The sixth and final episode of Loki season 2 wraps up a fantastic character arc and literally gives the Marvel Cinematic Universe a second chance.

Still from The Marvels (2023) movie. All The Marvels all standing together looking upwards in the same direction. From left to right: Ms. Marvel (teen with long dark hair wearing a red, white and blue supersuit), Captain Marvel (long blonde hair wearing a blue and red supersuit with a giant gold star-like emblem on the front) and Monica Rambeau (dark tightly curled hair down to her shoulders and wearing a black and white supersuit with a smaller silver teardrop-shaped emblem on her chest).

'The Marvels' review: A chaotic cosmic headache

By Fran Ruiz published

Marvel Studios' latest movie, The Marvels, exhibits all the symptoms of a rusty creative process. Despite some sparse bursts of charm, it lacks quality control.

1950s-style cartoon illustration of a one-eyed woman in a space helmet carrying an unconscious man on another planet while firing a laser gun.

Good news, everyone! Hulu renews 'Futurama' for 2 more seasons

By Jeff Spry published

Hulu just approved two more seasons of 'Futurama,' taking the beloved animated series through season 14.

two people star out of a window in a space station, bathed in right light

'Beacon 23' explores an interstellar mystery on a deep-space lighthouse (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

An interview with "Beacon 23" showrunner Glen Mazzara on MGM+'s new sci-fi thriller set on a remote cosmic lighthouse for intergalactic travelers.

James Burke inside a tv with the works connections with James Burke written below.

James Burke discusses revival of famous 'Connections' docuseries: Exclusive Q&A

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

We discuss the revival of the 'Connections' docuseries on Curiosity Stream with science historian James Burke. Brace yourselves for a mind-blowing look at our past, and our future.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Smart simians stare at the stars in 1st 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' teaser (video)

By Jeff Spry published

20th Century Studios just unveiled the first trailer for 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,' as well as the film's release date — May 24, 2024.

a man in a suit looks up, forlorn

'Loki' season 2 episode 5 review: An unexpected solution

By Fran Ruiz published

The fifth episode of Loki season 2 charts a surprising path forward that might rewrite the God of Mischief's role in the larger Multiverse Saga.

a man in a blue suit stands in front of a copper-colored wall.

Watch new trailer for 'Doctor Who' 60th-anniversary specials coming to Disney+ (video)

By Jeff Spry published

This trio of original 'Doctor Who' 60th birthday salutes starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate will start rolling out on Nov. 25.

"Star Wars" is only the beginning when it comes to space and sci-fi stuff to watch on Disney Plus.

The best sci-fi movies and TV shows to stream on Disney Plus in November

By Elizabeth Howell last updated

Here are the best space and science fiction movies and TV shows to watch on Disney Plus in November.

Image from the Marvel T.V. show Loki, season 2 episode 4. In front of a wooden desk are two men wearing suits. The man on the left has dark slicked back hair. The man on the right has thick dark hair, round, gold glasses and is holding opening an orange notebook on the desk. Behind the desk we can see the side of another man who is wearing black glasses and a jumpsuit.

Loki season 2 episode 4 review: Fixing the system

By Fran Ruiz published

The fourth episode of Loki season 2 subverts expectations and sends the show (and maybe the entire MCU) into the unknown again.

a box containing a toy spaceship resembling a dragonfly

Lego's epic 'Dune' Ornithopter building set is now open for pre-orders

By Jeff Spry published

Lego has revealed the first details and new images for its new "Dune" Royal Atreides Ornithopter that will be available in 2024 and is now open for pre-orders.