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Amazon’s new sci-fi thriller is a surprisingly compelling William Gibson adaptation—but not for the reasons you might think. By Chris Cohen October 24, 2022 Chloe Grace Moretz in the The Peripheral. Illustration by Michael Houtz; photograph Courtesy of Sophie Mutevelian for Prime Video William Gibson’s thrilling, grimly-detailed novels have made him a titan within science fiction,

The project is set to drop this Friday. By Frazier Tharpe October 22, 2022 Drake and 21 Savage perform during Wicked (Spelhouse Homecoming Concert) at Forbes Arena at Morehouse College on October 19, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.Courtesy of Prince Williams via WireImage/Getty Drake is, as ever, always a fan of the sharp left, executing a

The late night host has been banned, un-banned and maybe banned again from popular Soho eatery Balthazar for being rude to the staff. By Grant Rindner October 21, 2022 James Corden on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Monday, October 3, 2022.Courtesy of Terence Patrick for CBS via Getty Images Balthazar, a French brasserie

The promotional Cactus Buddy figurines that accompanied the chain’s limited-run “adult Happy Meals,” sold for $10.79 each, are now being listed for six figures. By Eileen Cartter October 21, 2022 Courtesy of McDonald’s Earlier this month, McDonald’s released a new promotional product that it alluringly referred to as an “adult Happy Meal” in collaboration with

Though he’s used to getting typecast as a sinister presence, the actor says his new role in The Banshees of Inisherin is just a taste of the wide range he has to offer. By Esther Zuckerman October 21, 2022 Barry Keoghan in The Banshees of Inisherin.Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures via Everett Collection Barry Keoghan’s sculpted

Now in its third season airing on HBO Max, the series presents a young Alfred as a dapper British spy—and it’s surprisingly very fun. By Tara Ariano October 20, 2022 Courtesy of Colin Hutton for HBO Max. For many years, DC lagged far behind Marvel in the world of comic-book-to-screen adaptations. Marvel attracted bigger names,

Get your pools resurfaced before it hits Netflix. By Grant Rindner October 20, 2022 Adam Sandler, Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie attend the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards on February 08, 2020 in Santa Monica, California.Courtesy of David Crotty and Patrick McMullan via Getty Images Refill your anxiety medication and brew a pot of chamomile

The Peacock series, which is a twisted, murderous take on The Breakfast Club, just released a new season. By Tara Ariano October 20, 2022 Cooper van Grootel in One of Us Is Lying.Courtesy of Matt Grace for Peacock When Gen Xers first watched a nerd, an athlete, a basket case, a princess, and a criminal

The great American writer and avuncular genius offers some wide-ranging advice on how to channel your ambitions, manage your anxieties, decide who to marry, be your best self, and find hope in strange times. By Clay Skipper October 19, 2022 Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte At 63, George Saunders, a one-time geophysical engineer who

The films in David Gordon Green’s divisive Michael Myers trilogy are arguably some of the best and most distinctive slasher sequels of the post-Scream era. By Jesse Hassenger October 19, 2022 Jamie Lee Curtis and James Jude Courtney in Halloween Ends.Courtesy of Ryan Green for Universal Pictures via Everett Collection Back in 2018, David Gordon

Writer Joe Coscarelli discusses his new book Rap Capital, which charts Atlanta’s dominance in hip-hop, the rise of stars like Lil Baby and more. By Rembert Browne October 19, 2022 Lil Baby performs onstage during day 2 of the 2022 ONE MusicFest at Central Park on October 09, 2022 in Atlanta, GeorgiaCourtesy of Aaron J.

She’s collaborated with some of the biggest names in music. Adele is a fan. So is Barack Obama. The world is clamoring for a slice of Nigeria’s biggest music star. But Tems? She’s pretty relaxed about it. By Simran Hans October 18, 2022 Scarf, $235, by Nanushka. Sunglasses, $490, by Balenciaga. Ring, $4,00, by Boodles.

Thanks to the persuasive powers of Dwayne Johnson, there may be a Man of Steel sequel. By Grant Rindner October 18, 2022 Henry Cavill in Zack Snyder’s Justice League, 2021.Courtesy of HBO Max Superman is an all-powerful being with only two known weaknesses: kryptonite, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood dysfunction. But Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel, who

His work defined the medium—Watchmen, V for Vendetta, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen—before he abandoned it in frustration. In a rare interview, the author discusses his new collection of fiction, Illuminations, the fate of his work in Hollywood, and how it feels to be misunderstood. By M.H. Miller Photography by Josh Hight October 18, 2022

From acting opposite his partner, manifesting movie roles, and filming in a prison cell—Paul Dano has lots of stories to tell. By Florence O’Connor October 17, 2022 From playing The Riddler in The Batman to a disaffected dork in Little Miss Sunshine, Paul Dano’s had a long and diverse presence on screen. The actor recently

Get ready to endure a hiatus from now until 2025 from your favorite K-pop group as they comply with South Korea military conscription rules. By Grant Rindner October 17, 2022 BTS perform onstage during the 64th Annual Grammy Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 03, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.Courtesy of Matt Winkelmeyer

Following a cameo in She-Hulk, Daredevil’s MCU introduction is officially underway. By William Goodman October 17, 2022 Charlie Cox and Tatiana Maslany in She-Hulk: Attorney At Law.Courtesy of Chuck Zlotnick for Disney. Spoilers for Marvel’s She-Hulk below He was initially introduced on—and subsequently canceled by—Netflix, but now Daredevil is finally in the MCU. After a

The salvager of long-buried pants risks his life to give relics of the Old West a second shot. By Tom Ward October 17, 2022 Courtesy of Brit Eaton For 25 years, Brit Eaton has been scouring dumpsters, burrowing into abandoned mines, and eviscerating the stuffing in old scarecrows and sofas in his quest to unearth,

As Gunna is denied bond for a third time, Kim is shifting into lawyer mode to bring attention to his case. By Grant Rindner October 14, 2022 TODAY — Pictured: Kim Kardashian on Tuesday June 21, 2022 — (Photo by: Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty Images)Courtesy of Nathan Congleton for NBC via Getty Images Kim Kardashian

From “Minnesota” to “Poland,” Yachty is always at his best when he throws convention to the wind and just has fun. By Insanul Ahmed October 14, 2022 Lil Yachty performs on stage at the 2022 Summer Smash festival at Douglass Park on June 19, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.Courtesy of Timothy Hiatt via Getty Images Lil