A life behind bars where everyday is the same sounds like it would make for a boring movie, but not when it’s done well! Prison is an environment rife with tension and compelling drama—as long as the characters are interesting. Scary inmates? Even scarier guards? What could be better when you’re looking for thrills? And when everything is subverted, prison life can lead to some of the funniest situations you’ve seen in cinema....

Relationships in anime aren’t limited to friendships, rivalries, romances, and family. They can also be supernatural, with one form sharing their body with another, as if they were a vessel or host. Human vessels and host bodies are basically the same trope, and it’s a trope that can lend a lot to an anime’s sense of worldbuilding, plot progression, and character development. When done right, it can make any series that much more interesting and engaging....

Addiction is a tough battle that thousands of people struggle with every day. Although it’s certainly not the defining trait of the following TV characters, it does play a big part in their chaotic and/or violent behavior. From hidden gems to cartoons, from sitcoms to teen dramas, here are my picks for the best junkie TV characters who never fail to stir up all kinds of antics and emotions as we watch!...

Sometimes TV show title sequences can be even cooler than the shows they introduce! But even if not, a great intro is usually a sign that what you’re about to watch is worth giving a chance. Here are some of the best TV show intros we’ve ever seen. We’re covering a wide variety of TV shows, but they all have visually striking intros that look absolutely fantastic. Related: The best Steven Spielberg TV shows, ranked...

Well-animated fight scenes get fans fired up. Not only does next-level animation bring life to a story, but it also makes us feel like those walls of fire and shattering towers are real . Like we’re in the scene itself. Fight scenes with excellent animations are one of the hardest to pull off, and when it’s done well, it’s proof of how talented the animation team is. Different animation studios showcase their unique techniques and innovations, and we win because we get to see those fight scenes....

True crime documentaries are even scarier than horror movies. The events actually happened—there aren’t any ghosts, demons, or witches involved. What makes true crime so interesting is that some twisted person perpetrated an act of horror. That said, these true crime shows and movies on Hulu will leave you feeling very unsettled. 8.Cold Case Hammarskjöld Dag Hammarskjöld was a prominent Swedish diplomat who was the former Secretary-General of the United Nations....

Predator (1987) spawned an iconic movie franchise—plus an entire crossover universe with the Alien franchise—that explores the lore of the extraterrestrial Yautja race (initially known as “Hunters”). From their hunting season customs to the hierarchy of their homelands, there’s a lot more to them than we see at first glance. The Predator films might have their ups and downs, with many written off by critics for poorly crafted narratives. Yet, even so, the Yautja remain fascinating from a lore perspective, and they never fail to inject thrilling tension into action-packed scenes....

The Last of Us represented a shift in gaming—one that had such an impact that it shaped other game developers in producing stories that feel more akin to visceral movies than they do traditional video games. Joel and Ellie’s combined tale through the “zombie”-infected United States is regarded as one of the single greatest video games ever made and swept awards season when it arrived in 2013. Its sequel in 2020— The Last of Us Part 2 —met with similar critical reaction from reviewers; however, unlike the first game, many criticized the narrative of the follow-up, feeling that it betrayed the original’s message and turned some characters inconsistent....

When it comes to the masters of the arcane, no one can truly touch the Wizard in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition . Every edition of D&D has offered its own take on these spellcasters, each emphasizing the unbridled power that Wizards have at their disposal. No other class has such a large list of potential spells, and it’s normal for new players to feel somewhat overwhelmed as they try to navigate their options and build their Wizard as well as they can....

After Naruto and Naruto Shippuden ended, the story moved on with the sequel series, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations . If you’ve never seen Naruto / Naruto Shippuden and dove straight into Boruto , you might think it’s pretty standard fare for a shonen anime series—but in truth, there’s a lot of depth that you’re missing out on about the Fourth Great Ninja War, the Seventh Hokage, the Sharingan eyes, and so much more....

Monopoly is one of the most polarizing board games in the world. It’s the kind of game that can make your day (when you win) or make you feel like a bitter anti-capitalist ready to revolt and change the world (when you lose). Related: The actual Monopoly rules for jail, free parking, and more While many people have fond memories of their times playing Monopoly with friends and family, more often than not, Monopoly is hated—because people don’t quite understand how to win at it....

And I get it. These are big marketplaces that have minimal risk of delivering fake game codes or other types of digital fraud. But you should definitely add Humble Store to your collection of trusted game retailers. I was skeptical for a while when I first heard about it back in 2010, but I eventually bit the bullet and started buying Humble Bundles and other games on the Humble Store in 2012:...

While Norse mythology may be centuries old, more people are discovering the depths of this fascinating subject with every passing day—and maybe you’re one of them. Norse mythology has a lot of representation in fictional works like movies, TV shows, and novels. However, it’s really interesting even apart from those adaptations and retellings, and there’s so much historical goodness to explore in Norse traditions. Whether you’re new and want to dip into mythological tales or you’re already a knowledgeable enthusiast who wants to know more, this list of books on Norse culture was crafted for you!...

There’s no better time than now to enjoy hundreds of free-to-watch TV shows that are available to stream online—without breaking the law. Of course, you’ll also have to slog through hundreds of not-as-interesting TV shows to find the good ones. And you’ll have to dig through those to find the good geeky ones. Or just look below, since we’ve done the hard work for you! Here are some of the best free-to-watch TV shows you can stream online right now, that are tailored to geeky tastes....

I’ve previously written about how I really do pay for Hulu and don’t regret it , and one of the main reasons for that is that Hulu actually has a lot of nerdy and geeky material in its library… …including some of the better anime series like Naruto , My Hero Academia , Attack on Titan , and One-Punch Man ! 10.Star Trek: The Next Generation An oldie but a goodie....

For some people, there’s nothing in the world more horrifying than clowns. Even friendly clowns can be nightmare-inducing. Which is why horror movies that feature clowns are some of the scariest in the entire genre. They can crank things up to new levels. When you combine the overall creepiness of clowns with psychopathic behaviors and murderous mindsets, you get a terrifying mix that’ll make even the most hardened horror veterans cower in fear....

Mountains are inherently thrilling. Between the heights, the conditions, the mortal danger present in every move, it’s hard not to feel at least a little scared when you’re scaling a summit. And that’s why mountains are a great subject for cinema. Not only does the act of climbing pose a physical challenge, but mountains are one of the most classic metaphors known to man. Here are my picks for the best movies that capture the majesty of mountains, the bravery of those who climb them, and their death-defying stories....

I’m a huge fan of movies that have a single location, especially if the film’s premise is confined to one specific room. It really forces the writers and director to exercise their creativity to wring the most drama and tension out of every scene, and the result is usually more interesting than big set pieces and done-to-death action scenes. Here are some of the best one-room movies I’ve seen over the years that really push their individual concepts to the limit....

Sequels and prequels are one way for filmmakers and producers to milk a successful franchise. But there are also spin-offs, which can explore other areas that may not directly tie into a franchise’s main narrative. Most of the time, producers look to spin-offs when they want to expand a franchise beyond its original limits. Other times, spin-offs are pursued as a possible way to recover a nosediving property—or even just a property that’s stagnating and losing its appeal....

Whenever the word “cyberpunk” gets thrown around, there are certain expectations to be met: futuristic cities, advanced technologies, class warfare, moral decay, rampant crime and poverty. Cyberpunk represents the best and worst qualities of science fiction stories in predicting the future, and cyberpunk movies often serve as cautionary tales of the dark sides of humanity and technology. Fortunately, cyberpunk has been creatively interpreted by Hollywood in various ways over the years....